Amidst the horse show classes and vast array of other activities scheduled during the annual Youth World Championship Paint Horse Show, the AjPHA (American Junior Paint Horse Association) makes use of the gathering of its constituents to vote on and elect representatives to its leadership board.
The AjPHA and its parent organization, the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) formally announce and welcome the young people who have been elected to the 2010-2011 American Junior Paint Horse Association’s Executive Committee. These positions were voted on by the Youth Directors throughout the course of the Summer World Show after the AjPHA National Convention.
AjPHA National Directors represent their state, province, or country. They are responsible for directing association business, including voting on by-law changes and electing the AjPHA Executive Committee. National Directors meet annually at the AjPHA National Convention, and are asked for input on association activities throughout the year.
Zone Representatives:
Zone 1 C.J. Fisher from Oregon
Zone 2 Cassandra Stambuk from California
Zone 3 Bailey Johnston from Colorado
Zone 4 Kelsay Singleton from Texas
Zone 5 Colt Cumpton from Missouri
Zone 6 Helena Hattendorf from Tennessee
Zone 7 Taylor Dixon from Delaware
Zone 8 Sarah York from Indiana
Zone 9 Carlee McDuffie from North Carolina
2010-2011 AjPHA Executive Committee:
President Garrett Skinner of Conroe, Texas
President Elect Kate Peterson of Chico, California
Vice President Danielle Kemper of Gilbert, Arizona
Secretary Madison Malsch of Castle Rock, Colorado
Treasurer Kaitlyn McCulley of Kenney, Texas
“We wish this group of young leaders congratulations and success in leading the youth of the AjPHA in the coming year,” said APHA Director of Youth Activities Shelly deBarbanson.
More about AjPHA
The American Junior Paint Horse Association is the youth association of the American Paint Horse Association. Anyone aged 18 & under (as of January 1st) with an interest in Paint Horses is invited to join the “j.”
AjPHA members enjoy the same membership benefits as adult APHA members, and can participate in APHA approved shows and programs. In addition, the AjPHA offers activities geared toward youth, including a youth leadership conference, art contest, photography contest, short story contest, and horse judging contest.
AjPHA members are part of a huge family of friends sharing a common bond- a love for the American Paint Horse. AjPHA offers something for everyone, no matter how long you have been riding, where you live, or the discipline you enjoy. AjPHA has members who show on a regular basis, members who ride for fun, and even members who don’t own a horse.
To join AjPHA or learn more information about all of the opportunities and activities available to its members, visit www.ajpha.com or call (817) 834-2742.