Laura Gilmer

3961 POSTS

Young APHA Trainers Lang and Veldman Taking Industry By Storm

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - April 3, 2011

Up and coming APHA all-around trainers Erica Lang of Pilot Point, Texas and Carly Veldman of Colbert, Georgia have quickly made a name for themselves in the industry as professional horsewomen. These young ladies in their twenties already have developed outstanding training programs with powerhouse clientele.

World and Congress Champion One Lazy Investment Sells

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 24, 2011

Tanya Sue Relander of Aledo, Illinois knows she was lucky to have the privilege to raise and show a once-in-a-lifetime western pleasure horse, One Lazy Investment (Lazy). GoHorseShow.com reports that the 2010 Amateur Western Pleasure World Champion has been purchased by Peek Owen for his daughter, Virginia and will be under the guidance of Rusty Green Quarter Horses.

Leading Trainer Adopts Boy From Russia

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 23, 2011

NRHA million dollar rider Dell Hendricks of Tioga, Texas never thought his trip to Russia would change his live forever. The Hendricks, Dell and his wife Terri of 18 years, had been working on adopting a child for almost two years when they decided to adopt internationally. The Hendrick's said that they were given very little information about the little boy--just one picture, his measurements. birth weight, and that he was 10 months old.

UPDATE: You May Need A Commercial Driver’s License

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 19, 2011

ATTENTION ALL HORSE TRAINERS AND INDIVIDUALS MAKING A LIVING IN THE HORSE BUSINESS. You need to read this article--there may be some unforeseen costs coming your way. Due to an increase in horse trailer accidents in the past five years, the Department of Transportation (DOT) has decided to start enforcing rules regarding trucks and trailers of a certain weight. Check out the article to see if you may need to get your Commercial Driver's License (CDL).

Where Are They Now: Jack Atwell

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 17, 2011

When Facebook became popular and I realized that I was able to track down old horse show friends and individuals from my past, it became an exciting tool to use to find past horse show exhibitors and trainers who have gone on to do other things outside of horses. One person that I always wondered what happened to was former horse trainer Jack Atwell. When he popped up as a suggested friend on Facebook, I was beside myself with excitement.

Blazinmytroublesaway Named NSBA Horse of the Year

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 15, 2011

Blazinmytroublesaway, affectionately known as "Buttercup" was just recently voted as NSBA Horse of the Year for 2010. Her honor was richly deserved with over $68,000 in futurity winnings last year, three NSBA World Champions, and three Congress wins.

Top Horseman Pete Kyle Jumps for Charity

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 15, 2011

AQHA judge and respected professional horseman, Pete Kyle traded in his cowboy boots for a jumping saddle during a Make-A-Wish Equine Challenge at the Ocala, Florida Equestrian Complex.

German Girl Wins Big In America

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 9, 2011

After just a three and a half month stint in America, 20-Year-Old AQHA European Champion, Leonie Behrens of Fintel, Germany quickly made an impression in the show ring. This talented amateur rider decided to take a break between high school and college and contacted a couple of leading All-Around trainers in the states. Behrens arrived in the states right before the AQHA World Championship Show in November and left after the Arizona Sun Circuit Circuit in February.

MORE UPDATES: GoHorseShow.com Reports from AQHA Convention

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 8, 2011

Reporting live from the AQHA Convention in Grapevine, Texas, GoHorseShow.com is excited to report on the festivities, parties, general membership meeting and committee meetings held on Saturday and Sunday at the Gaylord Texan Resort and Convention Center. With a gorgeous backdrop of this one-of-a-kind Texan themed convention center, we saw and met with some of the major industry leaders from the American Quarter Horse Association.

Peter J. Cofrancesco, III: Every Man’s President

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - March 2, 2011

When, Peter J. Cofrancesco, III, of Sparta, New Jersey is sworn in as the new AQHA President this weekend at the AQHA Convention in Grapevine, Texas, it will be a culmination of years of hard work and dedication. At the young age of 39, this loyal and highly respected showman, politician, and business owner has filled his late father's shoes quite admirably.

Elizabeth “Spike” Roberts Brewer: On Love and Loss

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - February 26, 2011

Sometimes life just doesn't go as planned. Multiple World Champion APHA exhibitor Elizabeth "Spike" Roberts Brewer of Cable, Ohio had a bittersweet year in 2010. Her father, Don Roberts, suffered a stroke on New Years Eve, 2009 at the age of 67. Nearly ten months later, Brewer had the happiest day in her life when she married her soul mate, Jody Brewer. GoHorseShow.com talked to Brewer about the mixed emotions of the past several months.

Jamie Mangum: An Inspiration to All

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - February 23, 2011

18 Year-old AQHA youth exhibitor Jamie Mangum of Merigold, Mississippi has two favorite loves: halter horses and pretty girls. Just this past week, this young man and his new horse, Passion On Q received three firsts and three Grand Champion Youth Mares titles at the Dixie Nationals Quarter Horse Show. From all accounts, there wasn't a dry eye on the show grounds.

Halter Matriarch Debby Brehm Rides to a New Challenge

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - February 21, 2011

Multiple World and Congress Champion Halter exhibitor Debby Brehm of Lincoln, Nebraska has decided to take on a new challenge this year--showing in riding classes. Find out how she did in her debut at the Arizona Sun Country Circuit after so many years out of the saddle.

Five Year Old “Scooter” Augsburger: A New Force in the Show Pen

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - February 17, 2011

When you hear the saying, "May the Force Be With You"--Darth Vader from Star Wars probably comes to mind. However, for five year-old Cheyenne "Scooter" Augsburger, her only thoughts are about her lovable and kind equine partner, The Black Force. Cheyenne's mother, Lori Collier Augsburger, says that the 21 year-old, black gelding is a perfect match for her daughter.

We Ask Breeders: Is the Industry Poised for a Comeback?

Laura Kathryn Gilmer - February 16, 2011

Of course, it depends on who you talk to about whether the breeding industry is starting to recover, but there is no doubt that the struggling economy has greatly effected all aspects of the horse industry. GoHorseShow.com talked to five major breeders in the horse industry and asked them their thoughts about the current state of the industry. See what they had to say and let us know your opinion.

1...261262263...265 Page 262 of 265