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Texas A&M University’s equestrian team members were
Contributed by Laura Cannon Texas A&M University announced No-
vember 16 that it had signed 11 student athletes to National Letters of Intent for 2017-2018. Four Texans signed to ride horsemanship, including Evelyn Beesaw (Bryan), Kamiah McGrath (Schulenburg), Ana Potts (San Marcos), and Kenleigh Wells (Valley View).
Oklahoma Foundation QH Registry
year-end champions are final, with high-point (HP) division champs being Addy Trimmell (Chicas Little Scooby/Jr-Y), Jubilee Stringfel- low (Shesa Blue Diva/Sr-Y), Tammy Burgard (WR Classic Whiskey/Novice), Debbie Dunsworth (War Chip Joewood/Amateur), and Yankeegambler (Open/Bran- don Smith/Robert Hunter). Versatility Champions are Addie Trimmell (Chicas Little Scooby/Jr-Y), Jubilee Stringfellow (Shesa Blue Diva/Sr-Y), John Maeder (Luv U Starlight/Am- ateur), and Yankeegambler (Open/Brandon Smith/ Robert Hunter). Results at
www.okfqhr.com.
The Texas A&M equestrian teamwas welcomed at the
White House November 17 by President Donald Trump, to celebrate their 2017 NCEA National Championship last April. The Aggies were the first equestrian national champions to be recognized at the White House, and were congratulated by the President. Head Coach Tana McKay presented Trump with custom Texas A&M cowboy boots.
Christoval Cowboy Church, Christoval, hosted its final
playday November 19. Winning the day’s championship buckles were Brazos Kirkwood (Pee-Wee-led-on-foot), Ken- ndee Millican (Elem.), Maggie Raney (High-School), Au- tumn Porras (Jr-High), and Joy Dutton (Adult). Afterwards, Top Hand buckles were recognized overall champions from March-November, and recipients included Brazos Kirkwood (Pee-Wee-led-on-foot), Cheyanne Garvin (Pee-Wee-led-by- horse), and Most Improved Riders Kenndee Milican (Elem), Cody Jane Melancon (Jr-High), and Kayle Damron (High- School).
Wildfire Ranch Arena, Salado, was overrun by ropers
November 24-26, and winners went home with fat wallets. Open champs Tyler Magnus and Truman Magnus turned 4 in 28.69. World Series of Team Roping (WSTR) Qualifying di- vision winners and times on 4 head included Cornelius Sid- ney/Dakota Brown (#8/40.69), Jeff Strnadel/Bubba Fritsch (#9/49.29), Brad Henderson/Isaac Serna (#10/38.34), Billy
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honored by President Trump at the White House.
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Breed Shows
JANUARY 12-3 FWSSR Paint Horse Sh, Ft Worth, Lauren Lovelace, 817-877-2400
12-3 FWSSR Quarter Horse Sh, Fort Worth, Show Entry Office, 817-877-2400
12-14 BCQHA Mini Circuit, Waco, Don Moore, 719-468-9546
Reagan/Stormy Wolf (#11/32.57), Phillip Shurden/Jerod An- drews (#12/30.84), Tommy Kocian/Sergio Gonzales (#13/32.71), and Garett Chick/Seth Smithson (#15/29.21).
Louisiana Stock Horse Association recently awarded
scholarships to Hailey Brantley, Danae Cowart, Katlyn Humphreys, and Michelle Planchard.
banquetwas held December 1 at West Baton Rouge Sheriff’s Posse Shack in Port Allen. There were many great prizes given. High-money rated riders recognized were Jacob Daw- son (#1), Klaire Kraemer (#2), Chris Brian (E3), Brad Alexan- der (#4), Clancy Cleveland (#5), and Joseph Zito (#6). All competition takes place at Port Allen Arena, with the 2018 season kicking off January 6 and the next competition Febru- ary 3. fmi,
www.sltsa.com.
Arkansas Dressage Society presented Melonie
Dressler’s symposium On The Levels: What You Need and What You Need to Move Up December 2-3. Held at Jacob Fletcher’s 501 Sport Horses facility in Cabot, AR, the event was well-organized and Dressler shared lots of insight.
The Dressage in the Hill Country Holiday Classic was
held December 2 and 3 at Dripping Springs Ranch Park, with 72 rides Saturday and 75 Sunday. Saturday’s show champions were Olivia Miller (Jr/Hatch Pepper), Jennifer Holme (Adult/Juan The Heart Breaker), and Ashley Hammill (Open/Geno), while Sunday’s champions included Jewel New (Jr/Slidin By The Bay), Cheri Walls (Adult/Fergie), and Martin Arnold (Open/Gran Tango). Overall series champions were Mary Grace Allen (Jr/Ruby), Jennifer Holme (Adult/Juan The Heartbreaker), and Danielle Meyers (Open/My Little Pony).
Texas Pony of the Americas Club’s year-end banquet
13-14 SWQHA January Sh, Las Cruces, NM, Evelyn Ann Huff, 575-551-2245
18-19 FWSSR Miniature Horse Sh, Ft Worth, Lauren Lovelace, 817-877-2400
19-21 San Angelo SSR QH Sh, San An- gelo, Macy Schwartz, 325-653-7785
23-24 FWSSR TX POA TX Promo Sh, Ft Worth, Show Entry Office, 817-877-2400
South Louisiana Team Sorting Association’s awards Combined Trg/Evt Cutting
JANUARY 2-3 NCHA Abilene Spect Cutting, Abi- lene, Coleta Manahan, 325-583-2785
3-11 NCHA Abilene Spect Cutting, Abi- lene, Coleta Manahan, 325-583-2785
6-7 USCHA Event, Brenham, USCHA, 903-440-4122
6-7 ASWTXA Belton, Cary Sims, 979- 525-9700
12-14 Bluebonnet CHA, Brenham, Cary Sims 979-525-9700
12 WCTCHA, Hamilton, Dana Parker, 254-485-3077
13 SOCHA Evet, Ada, OK, Jan Seago, 918-344-0500
13 USCHA Cutting / Ranch Cutting, DeKalb, Kamber Ulmer, 605-890-2188
18-21 3 Amigos January, Gonzales, Marcy Blanchard, 210-379-0450
19-20 MCHA TX Star Bank Aged Evt, Ardmore, Gail Dittmeier, 214-794-3108
19-21 PK Cutters, Decatur, Jessica McLauchlin, 940-550-8012
20-21 Panhandle CHA, Amarillo, Caren Birdwell, 940-229-2636
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JANUARY 14 GHCTA Schooling Horse Trial, Bel- lville, Pine Hill, 979-865-5591
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