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12/16/2025
๐ฝ๐ง๐ค๐ ๐๐ฃ ๐ฝ๐ค๐ฃ๐๐จ, ๐ฝ๐ง๐๐๐๐ฉ ๐๐ฅ๐๐ง๐๐ฉ, written by Allison Armstrong Rehnborg, tells the powerful story of an accident that left Jessi Lueth with shattered ribs and a broken pelvis, and the unwavering community that helped carry her through recovery.
Read this story and other heartfelt journeys in the Winter 2025 Paint Horse Journal.
American Paint Horse Association has launched "๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐ฅ๐ถ๐ด๐ต๐ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐ฑ," a new leadership development series kicking off at the 2026 APHA Leadership Gathering in Fort Worth, Texas, where members will build essential leadership skills inspired by horsemanship and connect with other passionate Paint Horse advocates.
Donโt miss this chance to grow, learn and help shape the future of the American Paint Horse Assocation.
A show-stopping 231.5 on NRHA - National Reining Horse Association biggest stage secured the win for Belissimo and Deary Performance Horses ๐ช
Registered with APHA as ๐๐ฎ๐ป๐ฑ ๐ข๐ณ ๐ง๐ต๐ฒ ๐๐ฟ๐ฒ๐ฒ, Belissimo entered the Level 4 Championship arena in Oklahoma City alongside Deary Performance Horses and delivered when it mattered most.
Belissimo is a 2022 solid sorrel stallion by Magnum Chic Dream (QH) and out of Americasnextgunmodel. He is bred and owned by Arcese Quarter Horses USA.
๐ธ Photos provided by Waltenberry courtesy NRHA - National Reining Horse Association
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12/09/2025
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12/01/2025
The ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ก๐ซ๐จ๐ฆ๐ ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐จ๐๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐๐ก brought four finalists together for an experience far bigger than a title; it delivered two unforgettable days they'll carry for a lifetime.
From stepping confidently in front of the camera to sharing laughs with the Chrome photo-shoot team, each finalist immersed themselves in the heart of the APHA community, taking those memories back home with them.
Applications to ride for Team USA at the ๐๐๐๐ ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ฅ๐ ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ฌ are now open! ๐บ๐ธ
Donโt miss your chance to be part of this global Paint Horse experience during the European Paint Horse Championship in Kreuth, Germany, August 20โ30.
Apply by ๐๐๐๐๐ฆ๐๐๐ซ ๐๐, ๐๐๐๐, to be considered.
Outside of the USA? Contact ๐ฉ [email protected] for details about how to apply to ride for your country.
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11/14/2025
APHA is pleased to announce that Kurt Crawford has been named interim chief executive officer of the APHA family of brands, effective November 17, 2025.
Kurt brings more than 20 years of industry experience and eight years of dedicated leadership within APHA, where he has strengthened partnerships, expanded sponsorship opportunities and helped grow Marked For Greatness Propertiesโ flagship events.
โIโm truly honored to step into the role of interim chief executive officer at APHA,โ Kurt said. โI have been heavily involved in the horse industry for over 20 years, and my time at APHA has been some of the most enjoyable years of my career. The team at APHA is one of the most creative and forward thinking of any organization with which I have ever been involved. I look forward to helping lead this team and expanding on our successful foundation. Iโm deeply grateful to the Board of Directors for their confidence in me, and I want to extend my sincere appreciation to Dave for his mentorship and guidance throughout my time here.โ
We are grateful for David Dellinโs leadership during his tenure as CEO and wish him the very best as he transitions to his new role with the American Quarter Horse Association. His vision and commitment have helped launch key initiatives, including horseIQ and the Paynt Points incentive program, that will continue shaping APHAโs future.
Join us in congratulating Kurt as he steps into this role and helps guide APHA, our partners and our members into an exciting new chapter.
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