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Deadline Extended On Horse World People's Choice Of The Decade

We have had some inquiries about the Horse World People’s Choice Horse Of The Decade (2010-2019) voting. The paper ballots were in the February (ASB) and March (Morgan) editions of Horse World. We were planning to start the online balloting on April...
5/28/2020

ASHA Statement on KY State Fair Proposal

“Due to the effects of COVID 19, the Kentucky State Fair Board is tasked with presenting to the Governor for approval social distancing and safety options as it pertains to the Fair and the horse show. However, no final decisions have been made. ASHA and the JLC are working with the State Fair Board to develop a viable plan based on the guidelines offered by the USEF.” 
5/28/2020

Ten Years Ago - Devon

We miss all of the traditions of the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair. While we can’t be there this year, let’s take a look back at some of the memories we have from Devon 2010.
5/28/2020

From the Desk of Marty Schaffel: An Inside Perspective

I am very fortunate. I have met so many wonderful people in our industry. One of the sincerest horsemen I have had the pleasure of becoming friends with is John Brand from Houston, Texas. We have shown our road horses in the ring together numerous times...
5/27/2020

Foals N Focus – Week Eight

Wow! Lots of love for the babies again this week. These photos continue to be a bright spot throughout this uncertainty.
5/27/2020

Monarch National Championship Adds Youth Sportsman of the Year Competition

The Monarch National Youth Sportsman of the Year competition is a new program in which competitors complete various equine educational, artistic and competitive tasks to compile points to win scholarships and other prizes. The educational portion of the competition centers around the American Saddlebred International Youth Program (ASIYP) and the AMHA Horsemastership Program. 
5/26/2020

Ten Years Ago - Indianapolis Charity

We are missing our trip to Indy this week, but hope to see our friends soon. Let’s take a look back at some of the highlights of the 2010 Indianapolis Charity.
5/26/2020

New England Morgan Horse Cancelled

It is with very heavy hearts that the New England Show Committee along with the New England Morgan Horse Association decided to cancel the New England Morgan Horse Show July 20 – 25, 2020. Much of the decision making was taken out of our hands by the state of Massachusetts and the Department of Agriculture...
5/22/2020

Capital City Classic Coming to Raleigh

The American Saddlebred Association of the Carolinas (ASAC) has sanctioned a new show on the 2020 calendar. The Capital City Classic will be held June 4-6th at the Governor James B. Hunt Horse Complex in Raleigh, North Carolina...
5/21/2020

Ten Years Ago - Greater Boston

Greater Boston has become a Memorial Day tradition in New England. We miss being there this weekend, so let’s take a look back at some of our fond memories from 2010.
5/21/2020

Ten Years Ago - Michigan All-Morgan

We wish our friends in Michigan well this Memorial Day weekend. While we won’t be able to spend our weekend with them, let’s take a look back at some of the highlights from the 2010 Michigan All-Morgan.
5/21/2020

Foals N Focus – Week 7

Thank you to all who again submitted heart-warming shots of their 2020 foals for consideration in our ongoing #foalsNfocus contest. This week featured a photo of our first Half-Saddlebred winner, a colt sired by the Dutch Harness Horse, Graaf Kelly out of the American Saddlebred mare, WV Sinfully Irresistible...
5/20/2020

Ten Years Ago – Madison Classic

We won’t have a chance to visit with our friends and enjoy Brat Fest this year in Madison. Let’s take a look back at happier times from the 2010 Madison Classic.
5/20/2020

Joint Leadership Council Shares Second Industry Re-Opening Horse Show Survey Results

As the processes of “re-opening” are happening across the country, the Joint Leadership Council, Arabian Horse Association, and horse show professionals re-surveyed membership in a continued effort to assist competition organizers and participants in managing risk, procedures and safety protocols. 
5/20/2020

Ten Years Ago - Southern States

Memorial Day Weekend won’t be the same without enjoying the horses and hospitality at Southern States. Let’s take a look back at some of the memorable moments from the 2010 Southern States Regional...
5/19/2020