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Dakota Diamond Griffith

Dakota’s Favorite Restaurants and More While at the Congress

Dakota Diamond Griffith - October 8, 2010

As the hometown girl, I would like to welcome each and every one of you to the 44th Annual All American Quarter Horse Congress! This year, I wanted to start early by helping ya’ll out with a Columbus A-Z list of businesses, entertainment, shopping and restaurants that may be useful and make your visit more enjoyable.

Dakota Rubs Shoulders With Equine Royalty

GoHorseShow.com - September 27, 2010

As the World Equestrian Games kick-off in Lexington, Kentucky, I had the unique opportunity to attend a major horse event which hosted many of the top WEG bound international and Olympic show jumping riders this past weekend. Held right in my own backyard in a northeast suburb of Columbus, Ohio, The New Albany Classic has become an important date on the Grand Prix circuit.

Dakota Knows Every Girl’s Crazy ‘Bout A Sharp Dressed Man

Dakota Diamond Griffith - September 6, 2010

“Cuz every girl’s crazy ‘bout a sharp dressed man.” Young or old, who doesn’t love that ZZ Top song circa 1983, and let’s face it the lyrics are soooo true. People talk about loving a man in uniform, and the horse industry is no different. Nothing sexier than a crisply pressed pair of jeans and a great shirt on a hot cowboy!

Dakota Learns The True Meaning of “You Can Do It!”

Dakota Diamond Griffith - August 8, 2010

At first glance, 19-year-old Cassidy Miller is a beautiful California girl, and I knew she and I would be fast friends at “hello”. Sparkling from head to toe in “bling” this girl had it “goin’ on” and I couldn’t wait to learn where she had purchased her fabulous accessories. After a few minutes of friendly “girl talk”, I sat down with Cassidy and her equally beautiful mother, Kellie, to learn about their story of perseverance, determination, love and HOPE.

All That With Dakota; Must Haves from The AQHYA World Show

Dakota Diamond Griffith - August 6, 2010

Between my duties as AQHYA President, awards presenter, lunger, halter and hunter under saddle competitor, and cheerleader (long story!) one might think this girl doesn’t have any time to shop while at the World Show. Wrong! How could I possibly resist a trip across the street from the stalls for a little retail therapy?

Dakota and Tammy Schuster-Benes Have ‘All That’ Going On

Dakota Diamond Griffith - June 15, 2010

Synchronicity is a term sometimes referred to in riding; but in this case, it has nothing to do with getting together with your horse. Have you ever had a series of coincidences and occurrences with another person which make you wonder if it is déjà vu, or you were simply separated at birth? I recently have experienced this odd phenomenon and it’s with All That Show Clothing’s owner, Tammy Schuster-Benes.

HOO Candids From Harlansburg Memorial Day Celebration

Dakota Diamond Griffith - June 2, 2010

Western Pennsylvania Quarter Horse Association (WPQHA) has enjoyed extraordinary growth at their AQHA shows and GoHorseShow.com was there to bring you candids presented by Hot Ones Only. Based out of their home facility in Harlansburg, PA, the 2010 Memorial Day circuit boasted over 500 stalls sold for the 4 show event. I liken this show to the little engine that could. With strong local support, the numbers seem to be improving even in this difficult economy.

Dakota Interviews Roy Halladay the Day After His Perfect Game

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Major League Baseball - May 31, 2010

For those of you who haven’t heard, Roy Halladay pitched a perfect game on Saturday, May 29 for the Philadelphia Phillies, only the twentieth in Major League Baseball history. After having the honor of interviewing Roy and his wife Brandy Halladay at the Congress last year for GoHorseShow.com, all of us at GHS are huge fans! Ironically, I was attending a show in Harlansburg, Pennsylvania with a bunch of ecstatic Phillies fans Saturday night when he made history.

Dakota Updates Ohio Family’s Status

Dakota Diamond Griffith - May 27, 2010

I spoke directly with Trey’s sister, Tena Collier today who is well known to many for the wonderful work that she does to help horses, animals, and people in need in our industry through her large network of friends and industry notables. Tena could not believe how promptly the horse show "family" and community have responded to this tragedy. She is very grateful for the support. I have also received emails of love and support for the family. This is truly heartwarming and overwhelming.

Dakota Asks Us To Help Ohio Family After Tragedy

Dakota Diamond Griffith - May 25, 2010

Recently, I had the great pleasure of interviewing an outstanding youth rider and fellow competitor from my state organization, Paul “Trey” Schwab of Hamilton, Ohio. Sadly, Trey, four members of his family, two horses and family dog all suffered injury in a terrible truck and trailer accident. Trey and his mother sustained critical trauma and are hospitalized in Cincinnati area hospitals.

Dakota Turns to Others for Advice on How to Let Go

Dakota Diamond Griffith - May 8, 2010

"ALL GOOD THINGS MUST COME TO AN END - There is an end to everything, to good things as well.” This proverb which dates back to Chaucer has been weighing heavily on my mind. As I approach the fifth anniversary of the purchase of my beloved mare, Hopeful Assets has become as much a part of my personal identity as my own name. Who knew on that fateful day in 2005 when we loaded her on the trailer for the first time, that she would become my once-in-a-lifetime horse.

Dakota Checks in from Gordyville with Candids, Results and Full Report

Dakota Diamond Griffith - March 29, 2010

All I can say is those girls at Gordyville, USA sure do know how to take care of their exhibitors! The Hannagan sister trio of Patty, Mary and Jody were all on hand for their three day show this past weekend in Gifford, Illinois, and provided a great time to what appeared to be a sell-out event. Can I just say, “Thank you for cranking up the heat!"

Dakota Has Candids and a Recap From Springfield

Dakota Diamond Griffith - March 22, 2010

It might be called “The Winter Circuit,” but temperatures in the high 60’s sure brought out the “Spring” in everyone’s step as exhibitors flocked to the Champions Center in Springfield, Ohio for a premiere horse show event. Dakota Diamond Griffith took great candid pictures during the four day show.

Dakota Lays Her Clinician Skepticism to Rest

Dakota Diamond Griffith - March 4, 2010

Ten years ago, I witnessed one of the most un-horseman-like antics from someone who claimed to a be a "certified trainer" of a popular clinician to the masses. If his confusing actions were any part of a credible teaching process, I made the decision that this girl would never need “one of those” clinicians. I hadn’t forgotten my experience, but my curiosity was peaked when two friends suggested that I might consider talking to the darling of RFD-TV, Clinton Anderson. Although my fellow horse show junkies may be in disbelief that I’d miss a day in the show ring, it was simple. The guy is hot!

Olympic Skier Lindsey Vonn’s Horse Ties and Recipe For Success

Dakota Diamond Griffith - February 10, 2010

The 21st Winter Olympics begin Friday in Vancouver. Leave it to our Dakota Diamond Griffith to bridge the gap between our horse show world and the Olympics. With Dakota style, she does this with none other than Lindsey Vonn, the best downhill skier in the world right now. Lindsey has won the past two World Cup Championships and by the end of these Olympics, there's a reasonable chance she will become one of the most decorated American Winter Olympians of all time. As Dakota explains, Lindsey just happens to be the “Vonn-derful” Olympic bound niece of AQHA/NSBA judge, Lisa Krohn!

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