Matt Koch Becomes NRCHA Newest Million Dollar Rider

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Photo by NRCHA Press Release by Carolyn Simancik

The National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) is proud to welcome NRCHA Professional Matt Koch of Elizabeth, Colorado, as NRCHA’s newest Million Dollar Rider.
Koch crossed the million-dollar mark following his run aboard XIT Ranch’s Smart Ladies Sparkle at The Run For A Million in Las Vegas. The pair secured a check for $3,500, well surpassing the amount needed for Koch to pass the milestone.

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XIT Ranch Acquires Renowned Stallion Kit Kat Sugar

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Photo by NCHA Press Release by Carolyn Simancik

CHANNING, TEXAS – The historic XIT Ranch has acquired 2008 stallion Kit Kat Sugar. The ranch, based in Channing, Texas, with equine operations in La Veta, Colorado, once relegated to the history pages, has had a rebirth in recent years, led by third great grandson of original ranch founder and owner John V. Farwell, Drew Knowles, who is focused on breeding the highest quality cattle and Quarter Horses.

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Teton Ridge Launches Innovative Western Equine Sports Event to Debut During the American Rodeo 2023

The American Performance Horseman, a first of its kind competition, to be held in Arlington, Tex. on March 10, 2023
Arlington, Tex. (August 22, 2022) – Expanding upon its commitment to elevate and positively impact the western industry, Teton Ridge unveiled an unprecedented new event – The American Performance Horseman that will make its debut on Friday, March 10, 2023 in Arlington, Tex. during The American Rodeo.

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APHA Teams With Teton Ridge to Launch the American Performance Horseman Competition

Expanding upon its commitment to elevate and positively impact the Western horse world, Teton Ridge unveiled an unprecedented new event: The American Performance Horseman. The innovative working Western sporting event—which will feature cutting, reining and reined cow horse—will debut on March 10, 2023, in Arlington, Texas, at The American rodeo Western Weekend.

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National Reined Cow Horse Association Announces 2022 Seminar Series

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Photo by NRCHA Press Release

The National Reined Cow Horse Association (NRCHA) announced the upcoming 2022 NRCHA Seminar Series slated for December 15-18, 2022, at the South Point Casino and Hotel in Las Vegas. The series will consist of three seminars; show management and secretary, introduction to judging and scribing, and the annual judge seminar. These seminars will also offer a webinar option for members who cannot be in person.

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