Register for the Webinar Sign up here to watch Horse&Rider editor Nichole Chirico and Legendary Stakes’ Shane Plummer discuss how Legendary Stakes reshaping the Western Performance Industry. During the webinar (airing live Sep. 10 at 6:00 PM CST), Shane will explain what Legendary Stakes is, why stallion owners, horse owners, and breeders should get involved,…
Taryn Sippel, a breakaway roper from South Dakota, recently won the $10,000 Bonus at the Legendary Stakes event during the North Dakota Winter Show and Rodeo in Valley City. “Legendary Stakes definitely impacts my [event] choices. The potential for bonuses and incentives makes me plan my schedule around their events.” Taryn’s passion for roping started…
Understanding Cutting Horses Cutting horses are a specialized breed known for their agility, intelligence, and cow sense, making them ideal for cutting competitions. These events showcase the horse’s ability to separate a single cow from a herd and keep it away for a specified period. This unique skill requires extensive training and a deep bond…
On August 3, 2024, the Ride For The Brand Championship Ranch Rodeo took place at the Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs, Colorado. As the largest ranch rodeo sanctioned by the Working Ranch Cowboys Association, it celebrates the skills of real working cowboys. Proceeds support local ranchers through the WRCA Foundation’s Scholarship Fund, Cowboy…
On August 2nd, 2024 the Dry Creek Ranch Rodeo was held at the Baca County Fair Ground in Springfield, Colorado. The event featured various ranch rodeo disciplines, providing a platform for competitors to showcase their skills. The 2024 Baca County Fair, which ran from July 27th to August 3rd, included numerous 4-H events, a parade,…
From July 22nd to 28th, 2024, the NRCHA Hackamore Classic took place at the Tulsa Expo Square in Tulsa, Oklahoma. This event, designed to showcase the traditional cow horse evolution, provides 4 and 5 year old hackamore horses the opportunity to participate in a three-event derby consisting of herd, rein, and cow work. Congratulations to…
The Stratford Ranch Rodeo geared up for an exhilarating event on July 26, 2024, at the Stratford Ranch Rodeo grounds in Stratford, Texas. This highly anticipated rodeo promised a day filled with excitement, competition, and community spirit. Spectators enjoyed thrilling performances from top-notch competitors competing in various ranch rodeo divisions. In the ranch rodeo discipline,…
From July 18th-21st, 2024, the 5-State Breeders Futurity took center stage at the Jim Kjerstad Event Center in Rapid City, South Dakota. This long-standing event offered a variety of divisions with something for everyone. The fast-paced event spanned four days and wrapped up in the awarding of saddles to the respective winners. In the breakaway…
The Non-Pro plus The Open took place from June 7-16, 2024, at the Hardy Murphy Coliseum in Ardmore, Oklahoma. This event featured multiple classes, providing a platform for various levels of expertise and age groups. The Hardy Murphy Coliseum, a historic landmark and event venue, hosts events 48 weeks a year, attracting over 100,000 visitors…
Congratulations to Slash Bar Four Inc and Third Cattylac! Winning the $10,000 Ranch Rodeo Bonus in Legendary Stakes is a fantastic achievement. Congratulations to Laken Alley for his performance, scoring 59 in the open division at the Colorado Championship Ranch Rodeo and placing 14th. As the first competitor in the Ranch Rodeo Division, Slash Bar…
From July 11-14, 2024, the Texas CHA Weekend Show was held at the Jared Lesh Arena in Whitesboro, Texas. This event brought together top cutting horse competitors from across the region, showcasing their skills. Riders and their horses demonstrated remarkable skill. The Jared Lesh Arena’s excellent facilities and supportive environment, provided an optimal setting for…
This year’s ARHFA Cowtown Classic Rope Horse Futurity took place from July 5th to 7th at the renowned Will Rogers Memorial Center in Fort Worth, Texas. The ARHFA was established in 2007 by Jay and Lindsay Wadhams to honor ropers who train and compete with young rope horses. ARHFA events combine the American Quarter Horse…
On July 6th and 7th, 2024, the CoVRHA Mid Summer Rendezvous took place at the Latigo Trails Equestrian Center in Elbert, Colorado. The Colorado Kickoff featured a variety of shows designed to test the versatility and athleticism of ranch horses. Competitions included Ranch Cutting, Ranch Trail, Working Ranch, Ranch Riding, and Conformation. These events provided…
From June 14th to 15th, the Adrian Newtown Rodeo Days took place at the Mountrail Rodeo Grounds in Newtown, North Dakota. Spectators were treated to thrilling performances in bareback riding, steer wrestling, team roping, saddle bronc riding, tie-down roping, barrel racing, and bull riding, showcasing the impressive skills and dedication of the participants. Big money…
Since our Beta Launch in March of this year, we have seen exciting accomplishments from our Stallion owners and competitors, promising a bright future for Legendary Stakes and everyone involved. An exciting benchmark for some competitors is the $10,000 discipline bonus, awarded to horse owners who are the first to win Best of the Best…
On June 7th and June 8th, 2024, the HPRBA Futurity & Derby took place at the Amarillo National Center in Amarillo, Texas. This event, hosted by the High Plains Ranchers and Breeders Association (HPRBA), drew participants together to showcase their top-tier ranch horses. Running through June 8, the event gathered competitors from various regions to…
The Redbud Spectacular took place from May 30 – June 9, 2024, in Oklahoma City, OK. Held at the Oklahoma State Fair Park, the event was approved by the American Quarter Horse Association, the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Association, and the National Snaffle Bit Association. The Redbud Spectacular featured a variety of competitions, including halter, showmanship,…
On June 5th, the Chase The Ace Tour took place at the New Underwood Arena in New Underwood, South Dakota. This event showcased top-tier talent in barrel racing and breakaway roping. Competitors gathered to demonstrate their skills, culminating in a display of precision and athleticism. June 5th marked the first stop for the Chase The…
The Royal Crown Guthrie took place from May 21-30, 2024, in Guthrie, OK. Hosted at the Lazy E Arena, just southeast of Guthrie and northeast of Edmond/Oklahoma City, this event featured a variety of competitions including barrel racing and roping, with significant prize money up for grabs. Participants competed in the Royal Crown Futurity, Derby,…
Held in Tulsa, OK, the 2024 Breeder’s Invitational ran from May 11 to 25. The Breeder’s Invitational, a non-profit corporation, aims to promote and enhance the Cutting Horse industry by hosting major events with significant prize money. In its first twelve shows, the Breeder’s Invitational has paid out nearly $20 million, establishing itself as a…