Letter to the NRHA Membership from the Executive Board
NRHA members are encouraged to read a letter from the Executive Board. It addresses several issues they feel is imperative to the continued future success of the NRHA. Click here for the complete letter.
New NRHA Futurity Plan – Fewer Payments & Benefits for Years
Here are some of the exciting condition changes to the 2008 NRHA Futurity. (The 2009 Derby payment structure or due dates did not change.)
The main points to consider concerning the 2008 NRHA Futurity are:
Positive Changes for the Future of the NRHA Futurity & Derby
With an eye toward the future, the NRHA Board of Directors adopted changes to the NRHA Futurity and Derby conditions. These changes create a permanent, solid foundation for the continuation and growth of the NRHA Futurity and Derby. The association cannot continue to rely on sponsorship money alone to enhance our own events.
The basis of the formula and structure of the entry process came from proven foal nomination programs within the horse industry including such successful programs as the Breeder’s Cup for Thoroughbreds, All American Futurity for racing Quarter Horses, AQHA Incentive Fund and National Reining Breeders Classic. The formula projects income of $1 to $1.2 million dollars to support the NRHA Futurity and Derby.
Among the positives born out of this plan:
There will be NO increase in Futurity nomination/entry fees.
The plan does not rely on soft dollars, those monies that can fluctuate significantly, such as large sponsorships.
There will be lower late nomination fees for 2008.
There will be fewer payments.
A significant amount of money will roll into the NRHA Derby and result in larger payouts and a surge of new vitality for the event.
There will be significantly higher Futurity and Derby purses in the future, enabling larger and deeper payout in the Intermediate and Limited Open divisions.
The NRHA Sire & Dam Program remains unchanged.
Look for 2008 Futurity Conditions on the NRHA website on September 24. Complete conditions will also be included in the November edition of the NRHA Reiner . All past Futurity owners and riders from the last five years will receive all information in the mail as well. Complete conditions will be available at the NRHA Futurity & Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show in OKC, November 22 – December 1, 2007.
Arabian Reiners Featured on “Wide World of Horsespresents NRHA Inside Reining” September 17
See how Arabians are becoming more popular in the reining world on the next “Wide World of Horsespresents NRHA Inside Reining” on RFD-TV. On Monday, September 17, NRHA Inside Reining host Sam Houston takes you to the beautiful Diamond B Training Stables in Newberg, Oregon.
You’ll see The Inside Hand Training Tip from Arabian trainers Russ and Mary Jane Brown. Russ is an NRHA Professional and Mary Jane is an expert in western pleasure as well as an Arabian judge. Together, the Browns demonstrate how fundamental reining techniques can be applied to other disciplines like western pleasure.
On Your Horse’s Health Inside and Out sponsored by Adequan, Dr. Joe Carter explains what options are available for the treatment of joint problems in horses.
You’ll also go behind the scenes at Proven Performance Reining and Western Horses, a breeding operation co-owned by the Browns and NRHA members Robb and Katie Walther, and learn how they’re breeding Half-Arabians to become great reiners.
Be sure to tune in for this latest edition of “NRHA Inside Reining”. It airs Monday, September 17 at 4:30 pm ET, 10:30 pm ET and then on Tuesday, September 18 at 8:30 am ET.
2007 NRHA North American Regional Affiliate Finals Now Underway
It’s the road to the Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show. The top ten qualifying affiliate riders in each division are now competing in the 2007 NRHA North American Regional Affiliate Finals.
At the Regional Affiliate Finals, the top 4 placings in each division will advance to the Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show held during the NRHA Futurity, November 22-December 1, 2007. The NRHA congratulates all of the affiliate qualifiers. We’ll see you in Oklahoma City!
Upcoming Regional Affiliate Finals Events:
Southeastern US Region
September 20-23
Clemson, SC
Hosted by the Dixie Reining Horse Association
Southwestern US Region
October 4-11
Scottsdale, AZ
Hosted by the Desert Reining Horse Association
Mountain Region
October 17-21
Denver, CO
Hosted by the Rocky Mountain Reining Horse Association
North Central US Region
October 19-21
Winona, MN
Hosted by the North Central Reining Horse Association
Eastern Canada Region
October 27-28
Hannon, Ont, CA
Hosted by the Ontario Reining Horse Association
Go for a New Saddle in the Pard’s Saddle Series
While you’re at the Regional Affiliate Finals, don’t forget to enter the 2007 NRHA Pard’s Regional Affiliate Saddle Series class. The top ten qualified riders from the Open and Non Pro Saddle Series standings from each affiliate may compete in the clean slate class. Points have been awarded on a one rider/multiple horse basis. Riders may compete on up to three horses that they’ve ridden in the qualification.
The top Open and Non Pro rider entered in the Saddle Series class at each Regional Affiliate Finals will be awarded a beautiful saddle from Pard’s Western Shop, the official and exclusive saddle provider of the NRHA.
Click here to check your standing in the 2007 NRHA Pard’s Regional Affiliate Saddle Series. If you qualify, you must enter the Saddle Series class at your Regional Affiliate Finals to be eligible to win! Thanks to Pard’s Western Shop for their support of NRHA’s grassroots reiners.
Cast Your Vote and Let Your Voice be Heard
The ballots and bios for the candidates running for NRHA Vice President and NRHA Board of Directors are now available on the “Member’s Only” section of the website. You can also view the proposed bylaw changes.
The Fall Membership Meeting will be held during the All-American Quarter Horse Congress in Columbus, Ohio, on Thursday, October 11, from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. If you can’t make it to the Fall Membership Meeting, you can cast your absentee ballot before September 26. Just go to the “Member’s Only” section at www.nrha.com for more details.
2007 NRHA Futurity & Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show
The schedule for the biggest reining event of the year is out! The 2007 NRHA Futurity & Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show is set for November 22-December 1 at the Oklahoma State Fair Park in Oklahoma City, OK.
Futurity Schedule Released
The NRHA is preparing for the world-class event with something special planned just about every night! Click here to take a look at the latest schedule and plan your trip!
As well as the world’s best reining, other Futurity highlights include Americana Day, a Thanksgiving Dinner benefiting the Reining Horse Sports Foundation, a Celebrity Reining event benefiting the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the $100,000 Added FEI World Reining Masters Finals, an Invitational Freestyle competition, the North American Freestyle Championship presented by Century Investment Group, a $10,000 added Open class presented by Rhodes River Ranch, a special clinic with Stacy Westfall presented by Horse & Rider magazine, the Champagne Brunch with Legends, and three exceptional horse sales featuring futurity prospects, yearlings and other prospects and producers including the NRHA/Markel Insurance Breeders Select Showcase, NRHA/Markel Insurance Marketplace, and NRHA/Markel Insurance Futurity Prospect sales.
Make plans to join us in Oklahoma City for the 2007 NRHA Futurity & Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show.
Enjoy Thanksgiving Day Feast with your NRHA Family
Reiners, their families and friends don’t have to miss a traditional Thanksgiving just because they’re in Oklahoma City for the NRHA Futurity & Adequan North American Affiliate Championship Show. The 1st Annual Thanksgiving Day Feast, hosted by the Reining Horse Sports Foundation (RHSF), will take place Nov. 22 in the new Sale Arena in Barn 3. The meal will feature roasted turkey, cornbread dressing and all the trimmings, plus a variety of desserts for $25/adult and $10/children 10 and under. Children under 2 are free. Tickets at the door are $40 for adults and $15 for children. Proceeds benefit the RHSF and reservations are requested. The meal will take place between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. For more info, call 405-946-7400 ext. 137, email rhsf@nrha.com or visit www.reininghorsesportsfoundation.org.
NRHA/Markel Insurance Marketplace Sale Full
Due to an overwhelming response, consignments to the NRHA/Markel Insurance Marketplace Sale are closed. Consignments for the NRHA/Markel Insurance Futurity Prospect Sale and the NRHA/Markel Insurance Breeders Showcase Sale closed on August 15 and consignments were screened and selected. Please watch for the list of consignments on the NRHA website later this week. For more information, contact Debbie Drinko, 405-946-7400, extension 119, or ddrinko@nrha.com.
SIX Elite Trailers to be Given Away at the Same Time!
The Elite Trailer Sweepstakes is moving to the Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show. Elite will be giving away one year’s use of six brand new 4-horse Mustang trailers to SIX lucky winners.
Here’s how it works: At the conclusion of the Affiliate Championship classes the champions will have the chance to draw for one of the SIX Elite Trailers! The champions will draw for the order in which they will draw for the trailers. The first six to draw the winning ball will win a trailer! The NRHA thanks Elite Trailers for its generous donation to the NRHA Affiliate Program.
Win a Yearling Colt for $10
Be sure to buy your tickets to win the 2007 Raffle horse given away during the NRHA Futurity. Tim and Colleen McQuay, of Tioga, Texas, have generously donated a yearling colt, Cashin’ Out, to be raffled off during the Futurity. Tickets are $10 and can be purchased from NRHyA members at all of the Regional Affiliate Finals. The drawing will be held Saturday, December 1 and you don’t have to be present to win. All proceeds will benefit the NRHyA.
Futurity Prospect to be Auctioned for NRHyA
The NRHyA would like to thank Carol Rose, of Gainesville, Texas, for her donation of a yearling filly to be sold at the NRHA/Markel Insurance Futurity Prospect Sale. Lenas Summer Fun is By Shiners Lena Doc and out of Zans Summer Sun. All proceeds from the sale of this horse will also benefit the NRHyA.
First Futurity Show Program
For the first time, the NRHA Futurity & Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show will have an Official Show Program. For information, please click here. If you’re interested in promoting your ranch, horse, stallion or product please contact Sharon Barr to reserve your space.
The NRHA Reiner department will be producing the program. It will be unlike any other show program and will include statistics, advertising, feature articles, lots of color, entries and qualifiers, event information and more. The Score … will be back but will have a new look. Covers and back covers are available for purchase but inside will be show results and other event related information. The Finals Draw Sheets will also be different. You’ll find the same horse and rider bios and information included, but no advertising. For more information contact Advertising Manager Sharon Barr at advertising@nrha.com or reiner@bright.net, (phone) 419-628-3711 or (fax) 419-628-2518.
The NRHA is proud to have Smith Brothers as one of its Affiliate Corporate Partners. Smith Brothers, the “Premier Catalog for the Western Horseman” offers a wide selection of Reining products through their mail order and internet catalog service. Smith Brothers provides awards at each of the nine NRHA Regional Affiliate Finals. From the weekend competitor to the professionals, Smith Brothers has all that a reiner needs to ride and slide. To see their entire line of equine tack and supplies, western décor and clothing, log on to their website at www.smithbrothers.com.
This newsletter is provided by the National Reining Horse Association as a service to its members and anyone interested in the sport of Reining. NRHA does not assume any liability for errors and/or omissions. To learn more about NRHA and Reining go to NRHA.com or call the NRHA office at 405.946.7400.
Arabian Reiners Featured on “Wide World of Horsespresents NRHA Inside Reining” September 17 
Go for a New Saddle in the Pard’s Saddle Series 
2007 NRHA Futurity & Adequan® North American Affiliate Championship Show
Enjoy Thanksgiving Day Feast with your NRHA Family
SIX Elite Trailers to be Given Away at the Same Time!
