• Preliminary Open Competition Crowns First 6666 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel Champions

    The final section of the Open Derby preliminary competition delivered drama and high stakes as the last contenders chased their spots in the finals. Awards capped off a thrilling day, recognizing champions in the Prime Time Open, American Paint Horse Association Chrome Cash, Novice Horse Open, and Tamarack Ranch 4-Year-Old Stakes divisions. APHA Chrome Cash […]

  • 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel: Level 4 Open Derby and APHA Chrome Cash Leaders: Casey Deary and Custom Dreams

    Toward the end of the second day of competition, NRHA $5 Million Rider Casey Deary and Custom Dreams (Magnum Chic Dream x Gunna Be Custom) took over the top spot after earning a 229.5. The score also placed them at the lead of the APHA Chrome Cash incentive. The 5-year-old stallion, owned by Custom Dreams […]

  • Kole Price and Golden Coins Make History in Inaugural Run of the OG&E Coliseum at the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel

    The gates officially opened to competition inside the state-of-the-art OG&E Coliseum as the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel launched its first full day of Open Derby action. In a history-making moment, riders and reiners christened the new arena with slides, spins, and show-stopping performances that set the tone for an unforgettable week in […]

  • Smart Spook Reaches NRHA Nine Million Sire Milestone

    The National Reining Horse Association recognizes Smart Spook as its newest $9 Million Sire, adding another accolade to the stallion’s already legendary resume. The milestone was officially crossed at the 2025 National Reining Breeders Classic, reinforcing Smart Spook’s enduring impact on the sport of reining. Bred and owned by NRHA Hall of Famer Rosanne Sternberg, […]

  • The Ultimate Western Showdown — Official Draw Announced for The American Performance Horseman 2025

    Get ready for the most electrifying night in Western performance sports. The American Performance Horseman returns to Dickies Arena in Fort Worth, and the official draw is in. This is where legends are made. For one night only, 24 of the world’s top athletes in Cutting, Reining, and Reined Cow Horse will go head-to-head in […]

  • Hollywoodstinseltown Announced as NRHA $4 Million Sire

    The National Reining Horse Association recognizes Hollywoodstinseltown as its newest $4 Million Sire, marking another impressive milestone for the 2004 palomino stallion whose legacy continues to shape the reining industry. Bred and owned by David Silva, Sr. of Long Grove, Illinois, Hollywoodstinseltown is the product of reining royalty. He is by NRHA Hall of Famer […]