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Ady Kallay Crowned 2025 AQHYA World Show 14–18 All-Around

2025 AQHYA World Show Titles – Ady Kallay & The Batchelor:
  • 🥇 World Champion – L3  & L2 Hunt Seat Equitation (14–18)

  • 🥇 World Champion – L3 & L2 Western Riding (14–18)

  • 🥇 World Champion – L3 Western Horsemanship (14–18)

  • 🥈 Reserve Champion – L3 Performance Halter Geldings

  • 🥈 Reserve Champion – L3 Showmanship (14–18)

  • 🥈 Reserve Champion – L2 Youth Trail (14-18)
  • 🥉 Bronze Champion – L2 Youth Performance Halter Geldings

The Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) is proud to congratulate Ady Kallay of Drayton Valley, Alberta, on being named the 2025 American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA) 14–18 All-Around Champion — the highest overall youth title awarded at the AQHYA World Championship Show, held August 1–10 in Oklahoma City.

Riding The Batchelor (“Scout”), a 2017 sorrel gelding by How Bout This Cowboy and out of Shes Blazing Cool by Blazing Hot, Ady earned a staggering 100 points toward the All-Around — becoming the first exhibitor in AQHYA history to earn all All-Around points through top-three finishes in every Level 3 class entered.

Her final class of the show, a win in L3 Western Horsemanship (14–18), sealed her gold-medal streak and confirmed a week of domination in the biggest American Quarter Horse Association youth competition of the year.

Ady and Scout earned a total of $21,500 from the Kimes Ranch Competition Award Fund, $3,350.50 in jackpot earnings, and took home an All-Around prize package valued at over $2,500 including a custom-logoed leather jacket and commemorative awards.

Signed to ride for Texas A&M University  home to one of the most prestigious NCAA Division I equestrian programs in the United States, this fall – Ady’s world show performance not only secured her place in AQHYA history, but also positioned her as one of Canada’s most accomplished young equestrians on the international stage.

“Ady’s historic performance at the AQHYA World Show is a shining example of what Canadian youth can accomplish on the world stage. Her ability to remain composed and competitive across such a wide variety of disciplines is a testament not only to her talent, but to her heart. We are immensely proud of Ady and wish her continued success both in and out of the show arena.” – Laurie Haughton CQHA 1st Vice President

A Remarkable Partnership in Just 8 Months

Ady purchased The Batchelor in January 2025 and quickly formed a connection that led to an unforgettable season. With composure, polish, and remarkable versatility, the pair made their presence known in every arena — from rail work to intricate patterns — with consistency, class, and quiet confidence.

The Batchelor was bred by Starland Ranch LLC of El Reno, Oklahoma. While not Canadian-bred, his career is now deeply rooted in Canadian pride.

Ady’s accomplishments are a powerful reflection of the excellence, work ethic, and world-class talent found across Canada’s youth. Her story is one of determination, connection, and quiet leadership — and a reminder that Canadian riders belong at the highest levels of global competition.

To view the full list of Team Canada’s incredible achievements at the 2025 AQHYA World Show — including 12 World Champions, 11 Reserve Champions, and dozens of top placings across multiple events — visit:
👉 https://cqha.ca/news/canadian-results-from-the-2025-aqhya-world-championships/

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Canadian Results from the 2025 NSBA World Championships

Congratulations to all the Canadian owners, breeders, and exhibitors on their success at the 20th anniversary National Snaffle Bit Association’s World Championship show, hosted in Tulsa, Ok, August 7th to 17th. 

Please Note:
The NSBA does not list the breeder’s information on their posted results.

The horses denoted as Canadian Bred, are flagged by name recognition and verified through the AQHA database.

If you know of a Canadian bred horse who has placed in the top ten, please advise us by sending an email to admin@CQHA.ca, with the name of the horse and the class that they placed in. We will verify the results and confirm with the AQHA database and get that achievement added to the list ASAP. 

If you are a Canadian who is now living in the USA, we welcome you to have your results included in the Canadian tabulations as well. 
Please advise us by sending an email to admin@CQHA.ca, with the name of the class that you placed in.

Champion – NSBA Green Senior Western Riding – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou breeder: William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Exhibitor: Sara B Simons – Aubrey, TX. Owner: Stacy E Chaput – Rodney, MI.

Champion – NSBA Amateur Walk Trot Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred Made Like J bred by Cory Seebach/Candice Hall, of Black Creek, BC. Shown by: Loura Johnson and owned by Robert Johnson – Hernando, MS.

Champion – NSBA Maturity Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred The Canadian Club, breeder: Kami Irwin Tymchuk, of Aldergrove, BC. Owned & shown by: Courtney Rebecca Suthoff Of Collinsville, IL.

Champion – NSBA 947300 NSBA Youth Western Riding – The Batchelor. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Champion – NSBA Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18- The Batchelor. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Champion – NSBA Senior Western Pleasure – Canadian BredAir Ryde, bred by Brent & Kate Bamford, Foothills, AB. Owned by Anita Wiescamp – Quitman, TX, shown by Aaron Moses – Pilot Point, TX.

Champion – NSBA BCF 2 Year Old Limited Non Pro Western Pleasure – Whoos The Boss, owned & shown by: Brittany D’Anna – Toronto, ON.

Champion – NSBA Senior Western Pleasure – Canadian BredAir Ryde, bred by bred by Cory Seebach/Candice Hall, of Black Creek, BC. Owned by Anita Wiescamp – Quitman, TX, shown by Aaron Moses – Pilot Point, TX.

Champion – NSBA Senior Ranch Rail – Canadian Bred Sumac Gunnabeflashy, breeder Donald Sobey,  Trenton, NS. Owned by: Leslie Vagneur Lange – Greeley, CO. Shown by: Bud Lyon – Whitesboro , TX.

Champion – NSBA 2 Year Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Let The Rumors Fly, bred, owned & shown by: Amy Walls – Yarmouth, NS.

Champion – NSBA Three NSBA Color BCF 3 Year Old Open Trail – A Tini Bit Tipsy, owned by Ellie Marie Schommer – Isanti, MN, shown by Canadian Jessica Spilman – Fredericton, NB/ Warren, PA.

Champion – NSBA Three Year Old Limited Open Trail – A Tini Bit Tipsy, owned by Ellie Marie Schommer – Isanti, MN, shown by Canadian Jessica Spilman – Fredericton, NB/ Warren, PA.

Champion – NSBA Three Year Old Limited Open Trail – A Tini Bit Tipsy, owned by Ellie Marie Schommer – Isanti, MN, shown by Canadian Jessica Spilman – Fredericton, NB/ Warren, PA.

Champion – NSBA Amateur 50 & Over Hunt Seat Equitation – Lopin Makes Me Lazy, owned & shown by Sharon J Forbes-Hanks – Ponoka, AB.

Champion – NSBA 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred Candy Kool, breeders: Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owner & Exhibitor: Ty Paris Dougherty – Adrian, MI.

Champion – NSBA BCF 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred Candy Kool, breeders: Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owner & Exhibitor: Ty Paris Dougherty – Adrian, MI.

Champion – NSBA Youth Western Horsemanship 14-18 – The Batchelor. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Reserve Champion – NSBA BCF Western Open Yearling Longe Line – Canadian Bred – Shez Made Four Play. Breeder / Owner: Rod Jeffries – Shannonville, ON. Exhibitor: Anthony Leier – Gordonville, TX.

Reserve Champion – NSBA Western Open Yearling Longe Line – Canadian Bred – Shez Made Four Play. Breeder / Owner: Rod Jeffries – Shannonville, ON. Exhibitor: Anthony Leier – Gordonville, TX.

Reserve Champion – NSBA 424300 NSBA BCF 4-6 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle – Saddle – Canadian Bred The Canadian Club, breeder: Kami Irwin Tymchuk, of Aldergrove, BC. Owned & shown by: Courtney Rebecca Suthoff Of Collinsville, IL.

Reserve Champion – NSBA Senior Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred The Whoo, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owned by Jeffrey & Linda Sargent and shown by Shane Dowdy.

Reserve World Champion – NSBA Youth Hunter Under Saddle 14-18, Im The Greater Good owned and shown owned & shown by Erin Nicole Duquette – Glencoe, ON.

Reserve Champion – NSBA Green Junior Western Riding – Limited Rider – Lex Talk More Action, owned by Pickford Ranching – Lloydmister, AB, shown by Laura E Begg-McAllister – Kitscoty, AB.

Reserve Champion – NSBA Youth Western Pleasure 14-18 – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou breeder: William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Exhibitor: Myah Jane Chaput – Rodney, MI Owner: Stacy E Chaput – Rodney, MI

Reserve Champion – NSBA Novice Youth Trail – League Of Her Own, owned by Amy Walls – Yarmouth, NS. Shown by Morgan G Corkum – Yarmouth, NS.

Reserve Champion – Reserve Champion – 2-Year-Old Limited Open Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Let The Rumors Fly, bred, & owned by: Amy Walls – Yarmouth, NS. Shown by: Shannon Watters.

Reserve  Champion – $5,000 Limited Horse/$5,000 Limited Rider Open Western Pleasure Canadian bred Scandal Maker, bred by: Linda Petrie, Mitchell, ON. Owned by: Annika Rear – Ripley, ON. Shown by: Amber Hanson Pickard – Brenham, TX

Reserve Champion – NSBA Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Non Pro Western Pleasure = Canadian bred Scandal Maker, bred by: Linda Petrie, Mitchell, ON. Owned and shown by: Annika Rear – Ripley, ON.

Reserve Champion – NSBA Senior Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred – The Whoo, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owned by Jeffrey & Linda Sargent and shown by Shane Dowdy.

Reserve Champion – NSBA 2 Year Old Limited OpenWestern Pleasure – Canadian Bred Candy Kool, breeders: Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owner & Exhibitor: Ty Paris Dougherty – Adrian, MI.

Reserve Champion – NSBA BCF 2 Year Old Limited Open Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred Candy Kool, breeders: Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owner & Exhibitor: Ty Paris Dougherty – Adrian, MI.

Bronze – NSBA Maturity Open Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred The Whoo, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owned by Jeffrey & Linda Sargent and shown by Linda Sargent.

Bronze – Canadian Bred Yur Cheatin Heart bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owned by Benjamin Schoepf and shown by Brian Ale.

Bronze – NSBA Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Canadian Bred The Whoo, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owned by Jeffrey & Linda Sargent and shown by Linda Sargent.

Bronze – NSBA Amateur Walk Trot Hunter Under Saddle Canadian Bred Be Better N Best, Breeder & owner: Wayne A Burwash DVM – Calgary, AB. Exhibitor: Tammy Lee Ruth Still – Charlie Lake, BC.

Bronze – NSBA BCF 4-6 Year Old Limited Open Western Pleasure – Gotta Go Viral, owned by: Patricia J Abbott – Greensboro, GA. Shown by: Noah MacAskill – Millville, NS. 

Bronze – NSBA Maturity Open Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred The Whoo, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owned by Jeffrey & Linda Sargent and shown by Shane Dowdy.

Bronze – NSBA Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure Canadian Bred The Whoo, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owned by Jeffrey & Linda Sargent and shown by Linda Sargent.

Bronze – NSBA Color Green Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian bred Eat Your Heart Out, bred by: Greg Dubiel/Danielle Gauthier Cambridge, ON. Owned by: Larry Dale Russell – Addison, TX. Shown by: Lisa F Ligon – Krum, TX.

Bronze – NSBA 2 Year Old Limited Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Let The Rumors Fly, bred, owned & showb by: Amy Walls – Yarmouth, NS.

Bronze – NSBA BCF 2 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure – Whoos The Boss, owned & shown by: Brittany D’Anna – Toronto, ON.

4th – NSBA Novice Amateur Western Pleasure – Canadian bred Scandal Maker, bred by: Linda Petrie, Mitchell, ON. Owned and shown by: Annika Rear – Ripley, ON.

4th – NSBA Maturity Open Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred The Whoo, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick, Clarence Creek, ON. Owned by Jeffrey & Linda Sargent and shown by Shane Dowdy.

4th – NSBA Youth Showmanship At Halter 14-18 – The Batchelor. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

4th – NSBA Amateur 50 & Over Western Horsemanship – Limited Rider – Lopin Makes Me Lazy, owned & shown by Sharon J Forbes-Hanks – Ponoka, AB.

4th – NSBA Novice Youth Ranch Riding – Hez Hollywood Trash, owned & shown by: Stella Taylor – Tusket, NS.

4th – NSBA Open Ranch Conformation – Canadian Bred Sumac Gunnabeflashy, breeder Donald Sobey,  Trenton, NS. Owned & shown by: Leslie Vagneur Lange – Greeley, CO.

5th – NSBA BCF 3 Year Old Limited Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Makinn Me Famous – bred by Karine Bisaillon, Saint-Valere, QC. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

5th – NSBA Amateur 50 & Over Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred Deja Whoo, owned & bred by Scott/Linda Berwick – Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by: Linda Berwick – Clarence Creek, ON.

5th – NSBA Junior Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred The Canadian Club, breeder: Kami Irwin Tymchuk, of Aldergrove, BC. Owned by: Courtney Rebecca Suthoff Of Collinsville, IL. Shown by Katy Jo Zuidema – Micanopy , FL.

5th – NSBA Amateur 50 & Over Showmanship At Halter – Limited Rider – Lopin Makes Me Lazy, owned & shown by Sharon J Forbes-Hanks – Ponoka, AB.

5th – NSBA Amateur Walk Trot Hunt Seat Equitation – Canadian Bred Be Better N Best, Breeder & owner Wayne A Burwash DVM – Calgary, AB. Exhibitor: Tammy Lee Ruth Still – Charlie Lake, BC.

5thNSBA Color BCF 3 Year Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Heartnsole – owned by: Mildred McKenzie – Garibaldi Highlands, BC. Shown by Genelle Mckenzie – Garibaldi Highlands, BC.

5th – NSBA Maturity $10,000 Limited Horse Open Western Pleasure – Canadian bred Scandal Maker, bred by: Linda Petrie, Mitchell, ON. Owned by: Annika Rear – Ripley, ON. Shown by: Taft Dickerson – Enola, PA.

5th – NSBA 3 Year Old Open Ranch Riding – Smart Bella Boon, owned by: Sharon J Forbes-Hanks – Ponoka, AB. Shown by: John Briggs – Pilot Point, TX.

5th – NSBA Novice Amateur Trail – Maybeline, owned & showb by Annika I Rear – Ripley, ON.

6th – NSBA Novice Amateur 50 & Over Showmanship At Halter – Canadian Bred She Will Be Somebody, bred by : Rod Jeffries – Shannonville, ON, owned & shown by: Tracy L Hritz – Washington, PA.

6th – NSBA Open Performance Halter Mares – Canadian Bred She Will Be Somebody, bred by : Rod Jeffries – Shannonville, ON, owned & shown by: Tracy L Hritz – Washington, PA.

6th – NSBA BCF 4-6 Year Old Limited Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Kruzin For Calgirlz, Owned by Mildred Mckenzie – Garibaldi Highlands, BC. Shown by: Claire Marcell – Collinsville, TX.

6th – NSBA BCF 2 Year Old Limited Open Western Pleasure – Whoos The Boss, owned by: Brittany D’Anna – Toronto, ON. Shown by: Jennifer Stein – Ocala, FL.

6th – NSBA 2 Year Old Limited Open Western Pleasure – Whoos The Boss, owned by: Brittany D’Anna – Toronto, ON. Shown by: Jennifer Stein – Ocala, FL.

6th – NSBA 3 Year Old Limited Open Western Pleasure – D O Dubble G, owned by Cory Seebach/Candice Hall – Black Creek, BC, shown by: Katie Cochran – Pilot Point, TX.

7th – NSBA Maturity Non Pro Western Pleasure – Canadian Bred Deja Whoo, owned & bred by Scott/Linda Berwick – Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by: Linda Berwick – Clarence Creek, ON.

7th – NSBA Amateur 50 & Over Western Horsemanship – Lopin Makes Me Lazy, owned & shown by Sharon J Forbes-Hanks – Ponoka, AB.

7th – NSBA Color Three Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian bred Eat Your Heart Out, bred by: Greg Dubiel/Danielle Gauthier Cambridge, ON. Owned by: Larry Dale Russell – Addison, TX. Shown by: Lisa F Ligon – Krum, TX.

7th – NSBA BCF 2 Year Old Limited Open Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Elite N Elegant, breeder/ owner: Wayne A Burwash DVM – Calgary, AB, shown by, Lindsay L Soderberg-Geiger – Reddeer, AB.

7th – NSBA Green Junior Western Riding – Lex Talk More Action, owned by Pickford Ranching – Lloydmister, AB, shown by Laura E Begg-McAllister – Kitscoty, AB.

7thNSBA Senior Western Riding – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou breeder: William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Exhibitor Sara B Simons – Aubrey, TX. Owner: Stacy E Chaput – Rodney, MI.

7th – NSBA Junior Ranch Riding – Smart Bella Boon – Owned by: Sharon J Forbes-Hanks – Ponoka, AB. Shown by: John Briggs – Pilot Point, TX.

7th – NSBA Color BCF 3 Year Old Limited Open Western Pleasure – Canadian bred Yur Cheatin Heart, breeders: Scott/Linda Berwick – Clarence Creek, ON. Owner: Benjamin G Schoepf – Aitkin, MN. Exhibitor: Eli Robert Wolfe – Wellington, OH.

8th – NSBA Green Senior Trail – Limited Rider – Only One More Drink. Owner: Lynn M McLean – Ellershouse, NS. Exhibitor: Jocelyn S D’Entremont – Tusket, NS.

8th – NSBA Maturity Limited Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Better Have An Alibi, owned & shown by Erin Nicole Duquette – Glencoe, ON.

8th – NSBA Amateur 50 & Over Showmanship At Halter – Lopin Makes Me Lazy, owned & shown by Sharon J Forbes-Hanks – Ponoka, AB.

8th – NSBA Non Pro Performance Halter Mares – Canadian Bred She Will Be Somebody, bred by : Rod Jeffries – Shannonville, ON, owned & shown by: Tracy L Hritz – Washington, PA.

8th – NSBA Senior Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian bred Fixntobeunforgetable, owned & bred by Adrianna MacLean – Napanee, ON. Shown by: Lindsay L Soderberg-Geiger – Reddeer, AB.

8th – NSBA Novice Amateur 50 & Over Western Pleasure – Shes So Southern, owned & shown by: Steven Corkum – Yarmouth, NS.

8th – NSBA Color BCF 3 Year Old Non Pro Western Pleasure – Canadian bred Yur Cheatin Heart, breeders: Scott/Linda Berwick – Clarence Creek, ON. Owned & shown by: Benjamin G Schoepf – Aitkin, MN.

8th – NSBA Color Junior Western Pleasure – Canadian bred Yur Cheatin Heart, breeders: Scott/Linda Berwick – Clarence Creek, ON. Owner: Benjamin G Schoepf – Aitkin, MN. Exhibitor: Brian Ale – Bridgeton, NJ.

8th – NSBA BCF 3 Year Old Open Hunter Under Saddle – Makinn Me Famous , owned by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin – Tusket, NS. Shown by: Scott Allen Jones – Ann Arbor, MI.

8th – NSBA Youth Ranch Riding – Hez Hollywood Trash, owned & shown by: Stella Taylor – Tusket, NS.

9th – NSBA Youth Trail 14-18 – The Batchelor. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

10th – NSBA BCF 3 Year Old Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred  Makinn Me Famous – bred by Karine Bisaillon, Saint-Valere, QC. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

10th – NSBA 2 Year Old Limited Open Hunter Under Saddle – Canadian Bred Elite N Elegant, breeder/ owner: Wayne A Burwash DVM – Calgary, AB, shown by, Lindsay L Soderberg-Geiger – Reddeer, AB.

10th – NSBA BCF 4-6 Year Old Limited Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Im The Greater Good owned and shown owned & shown by Erin Nicole Duquette – Glencoe, ON.

10th – NSBA BCF 4-6 Year Old Limited Non Pro Hunter Under Saddle – Better Have An Alibi, shown by Suzanne Duquette, Glencoe, ON. Owned by Erin Nicole Duquette – Glencoe, ON.

10th – NSBA Youth Western Horsemanship 14-18 – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou breeder: William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Exhibitor: Myah Jane Chaput – Rodney, MI Owner: Stacy E Chaput – Rodney, MI

10th – NSBA Youth Ranch Rail – Hez Hollywood Trash, owned & shown by: Stella Taylor – Tusket, NS.

10th – NSBA Novice Youth Hunt Seat Equitation – Only One More Drink, shown by: Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin – Tusket, NS. Owned by: Lynn M McLean – Ellershouse, NS.

10th – NSBA Junior Ranch Trail – Smart Bella Boon, owned by: Sharon J Forbes-Hanks – Ponoka, AB. Shown by: John Briggs – Pilot Point, TX.

10th – NSBA BCF 3 Year Old Limited Open Hunter Under Saddle – Heartnsole – owned by: Mildred McKenzie – Garibaldi Highlands, BC. Shown by Claire Marcell – Collinsville, TX.

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2024 Shannon Burwash Scholarship Award Recipients

Congratulations to the 2024 Shannon Burwash Memorial Award winners!

Your remarkable dedication to equine and agricultural studies—and to the love of horses that inspired this meaningful scholarship—shines brightly. As you embark on your educational journeys and continue to pursue leadership within the equine industry, know that your passion and achievements are making a real difference. This prestigious award honors both Shannon Burwash’s legacy and the bright futures you are building—congratulations to each of you on this well-deserved recognition!

Georgia Lefaivre

Georgia Lefaivre - Burwash

Georgia grew up in Cochrane, Alberta playing competitive soccer and competing in hunter jumper. She completed a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology at the University of Victoria where she was recruited to play for the Vikes Women’s soccer program. She is currently completing her fourth year in the Doctor of Veterinary Medicine program at the University of Calgary.

In her final year at UCVM, Georgia is finishing a research project which aims to validate a portable Computer-Assisted
Semen Analysis (CASA) system for use in bull and stallion sperm analysis the field. In the future, she intends to complete an equine internship and is hoping to pursue a residency in Theriogenology.

As part of her extra curricular activities, Georgia has been dedicated to participating in educational opportunities such as the OEPS 2023 conference, round tables, and UCVM club events. She is particularly involved with the SCAAEP Equine Club at UCVM and has held several positions including 2022-2023 Vice President and 2023-2024 President. As President, she revitalized and organized Horse Health Day at UCVM, an event designed to bring equine education to aspiring youth and their parents while sparking an interest in equine veterinary medicine.

In addition to club involvement, Georgia has worked as an on-call surgery assistant at a local specialty hospital, held
two summer student positions at equine veterinary practices, and volunteered at VETPD events, the Equine Symposium, and AIWC during her time as a student at UCVM.

Kaitlyn Lomsnes

Kaitlyn Lomsnes - Burwash

Kaitlyn Lomsnes is in her final year of veterinary school at the University of Calgary. Upon graduation, she will be moving to New Jersey to complete a one year rotating equine internship in medicine, surgery, anaesthesia, imaging and sports medicine. Following this, Kaitlyn plans to pursue a residency in equine internal medicine, where she will further explore her passion for equine neonatal intensive care with a specific interest in advancing diagnostic techniques for
congenital equine diseases.

Kaitlyn’s passion for equine medicine extends beyond her studies. Kaitlyn has gained extensive clinical experience working at Moore Equine Veterinary Center for the past three years. She has also taken on numerous leadership roles at school including; Event’s Coordinator for the Equine Club, Senior Alberta Veterinary Medical Association Representative and President of the Equine Stream in the Specialty Club.

Beyond her formal roles, Kaitlyn is a mentor and riding coach for children with disabilities, highlighting her dedication to fostering growth and confidence in others. Currently she is conducting a research project focusing on equine placental morphology and its impact on reproductive health. Through this research, she aims to develop diagnostic strategies that will enhance equine care.
Kaitlyn’s dedication to equine health, combined with her leadership in both the academic and veterinary communities, positions her as a future leader in the equine industry. Her goal is to continue advancing equine medicine while inspiring and supporting the next generation of veterinary professionals.

Abigail Pepper

Abby Pepper - Burwash

Abigail (Abby) was born and raised in a small farming community in Merlin, Ontario. She was raised by her mother and spent most of her time when younger working on her grandparents’ cash crop operation.

Abby considers herself lucky to born into a family that had horses. This is where she developed a passion for horses. She started riding at a young age and volunteering at a local equine facility. She has 2 horses currently, which they use to participate on the Olds College Rodeo team and compete
in the IPRA (International Pro Rodeo)
She has a love for sports and played volleyball and basketball all through high school and started playing slo pitch this summer.

Abby is currently in final year of agriculture management with a Major in Production at Olds College, Alberta. When completed she plans to move back to the farm in Merlin and continue studies at the University of Guelph part time. This will allow her to work and
earn money as well as continue to compete with horses.

Sarah Beierbach

Sarah Beierbach - Burwash

Sarah grew up near the small town of Consul, Saskatchewan on her family’s sixth generation cattle and horse ranch. She enjoys the ranching way of life, working and training horses as well as competing in rodeos. Sarah started riding horses at the very young age of 3 helping on the family ranch and competing in rodeos at the age of 9.

A huge passion of hers is rodeo. She competed in the Alberta High School Rodeo Association for 3 years in all events as well as competing in amateur rodeo associations in the Breakaway Roping and Barrel Racing. Being a member of Reno Multiple 4-H Club for 8 years, her involvement in rodeo and being at home on the ranch, she has grown to really love working with animals. Last year as part of a work experience program at school, she did a work experience at Creekside Veterinary Services which helped her to decide what she wanted to do in the future.

This fall, Sarah is enrolled in the Veterinary Technology at Lakeland College in Vermillion, AB. After completing the Veterinary Technology program, she is considering continuing her education on a path of either Equine Reproduction or Equine Osteopathy.

She will continue to raise and train Quarter horses and is excited to continue her passion in the equine industry.

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Two Iconic Canadian Brands to Sponsor the 2025 CQHA Canadian National Amateur Virtual Championship

he Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) is proud to welcome two industry-recognized sponsors to the 2025 Canadian National Amateur Virtual Championship (CNAVC): Canada West Boots Factory Outlet and Greenhawk Equestrian Sport.

Based in Winnipeg and handmade since 1978, Canada West Boots Factory Outlet has earned a national reputation for quality craftsmanship and durable Western footwear. Home to both the Canada West and Brahma Boot lines, this factory outlet offers Canadian-made boots that blend tradition, functionality, and unmistakable style — trusted by ranchers, riders, and everyday Canadians alike. Visit canadawestbootsfactoryoutlet.com to browse their product lines and learn more.

Joining them is Greenhawk Equestrian Sport, the largest equestrian retailer in Canada. With storefronts across the country and a thriving international e-commerce presence, Greenhawk is deeply embedded in the Canadian horse world. Their longstanding commitment to supporting grassroots and A-circuit events alike underscores their dedication to the sport at every level — from weekend riders to international competitors. Explore their offerings at greenhawk.com.

“We’re thrilled to welcome two powerhouse Canadian brands as class sponsors,” said Wanda McFadyen, CQHA Director and CNAVC committee member. “Canada West and Greenhawk are names that riders across the country know and trust. Their support brings both authenticity and reach to this growing national event — and we’re proud to have them on board.”

Running from August 15 to September 15, 2025, the CNAVC offers amateur and select amateur riders across Canada the opportunity to compete in twelve AQHA-structured pattern classes from home. Judged by official AQHA professionals and priced at just $50 per class, the CNAVC remains one of the most accessible national competitions in the country.

Sponsorships are still available for businesses, breeders, and equine supporters who wish to align with a national stage dedicated to showcasing Canadian talent.

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CQHA Launches National Task Force to Shape the Future of Engagement in Canada

The Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) is proud to announce the formation of the CQHA Provincial AQHA Affiliate Engagement & Transition Task Force. This national working group will bring together regional voices and sector stakeholders to co-create recommendations for a sustainable, future-facing affiliate engagement model that reflects the unique needs of the Canadian Quarter Horse industry.

This initiative reflects CQHA’s commitment to proactive leadership in a time of transition. While Canada’s unique affiliate classification within the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) remains unchanged, the upcoming launch of AQHA’s grant-based Business Plan Funding (BPF) model in October 2026 presents an opportunity. Rather than wait for external changes, CQHA is moving forward with a collaborative and future-focused process to ensure Canada—and each of the provincial AQHA affiliates—is aligned, engaged, and ready to maximize the potential of this new model.

The mandate of the task force is simple but significant: evaluate, engage, and evolve.
Over the next six months, this group will explore what a stronger, more aligned system of support and representation could look like across Canada, with a focus on readiness, communication, funding access, and shared opportunity.

Stakeholder Representation

This is not a top-down review. The task force is designed to include a wide range of perspectives from across the country, including:

  • Representatives from each AQHA-recognized provincial affiliate
  • Youth, Amateur, and Professional participants
  • Canadian AQHA judges, show managers, and secretaries
  • Canadian branches of AQHA’s Alliance partners (NRHA, NCHA, NRCHA, etc.)
  • CQHA board members
  • Optional legal or policy advisors

Four dedicated subgroups will focus on key strategic areas:

  1. Show Managers, Judges & Secretaries Subgroup – Exploring the lived realities of delivering AQHA-sanctioned shows in Canada.
  2. Canadian AQHA Directors Subgroup – Reflecting on the evolving role, challenges, and strengths of provincial AQHA directors.
  3. Funding Innovation & Transition Subgroup – Identifying tools and solutions to help affiliates and individuals navigate AQHA’s new funding model with confidence.
  4. Youth & Young Adult Subgroup – recognizes the unique perspectives of youth as both beneficiaries and builders of equine programming, and aims to surface what matters most to them through peer-led dialogue, digital storytelling, and creative collaboration.

Additional subgroups are also being formed to reflect areas of growing importance and ensure sector-specific voices are heard:

  • Trainers & Breeders Subgroup – Focused on the needs, opportunities, and barriers experienced by those producing and developing Quarter Horses in Canada.
  • Membership Subgroup (Youth & Amateur) – Exploring how national programming, communication, and value delivery can better support Canadian riders and members at various stages of involvement.
  • Sport Organization & Alliance Partners Subgroup – Engaging representatives from Canadian provincial and territorial sport organizations as well as AQHA alliance partners to foster coordination, collaboration, and shared growth.

Each subgroup will play a key role in shaping practical recommendations and tools that reflect the diverse realities of the Canadian Quarter Horse landscape.

A Design Thinking Approach

The task force will be grounded in a design thinking model—prioritizing listening, collaborative problem-solving, and prototyping over pre-determined conclusions. The work will follow five key phases:

  1. Empathize – Gather lived experience and diverse input
  2. Define – Clarify core issues and patterns
  3. Ideate – Co-create practical solutions
  4. Prototype – Develop and test draft models
  5. Implement – Deliver recommendations and toolkits

The process will be transparent and highly participatory, with member surveys, affiliate interviews, and public consultations planned between now and fall.

Why This Matters

This task force is not just about governance—it’s about creating a stronger foundation for Quarter Horse activity in Canada. From regional shows and educational programming to national alignment and access to funding, the outcomes of this process will shape how CQHA serves its members for years to come.

The task force is being coordinated by Laurie Haughton, a longtime CQHA volunteer with a deep background in systems design, stakeholder engagement, and equine sector advocacy. Laurie holds certifications in both Change Management (Prosci) and Design Thinking (MIT Sloan School of Management) and brings over two decades of experience leading complex projects across industry and nonprofit environments. Her role is to facilitate dialogue, not direct outcomes—ensuring the process remains grounded in lived experience, diverse perspectives, and practical solutions.

As a member of the Canadian Quarter Horse community you are invited to click the button above to download a copy of the  CQHA Provincial AQHA Affiliate Engagement & Transition Task Force: Full Framework & Backgrounder Document.

This document outlines the complete framework, objectives, methodology, stakeholder structure, subgroups, and project milestones for the CQHA-led Affiliate Engagement & Transition Task Force. It includes detailed governance information, communication strategy, and the design thinking approach being used to shape the future of affiliate engagement in Canada.

Please note: This is a long and comprehensive planning document intended for those who want a deep dive into how the task force is structured, why it was created, and how the work will unfold. We’re sharing it in full to ensure transparency and invite meaningful input from the broader community.

Task Force Timeline

  • July 15, 2025 – Affiliate representatives confirmed
  • August 2025 – Public Announcement and launch of National survey
  • August – October  2025 – Stakeholder input phase (surveys, interviews, virtual town hall & feedback sessions)
  • November 15, 2025 – Draft recommendations shared for review
  • January 31, 2026 – Final report delivered to the CQHA Board
  • March 2026 – Presentation to AQHA as information

Call to Action: Share Your Voice

Whether you’re a breeder, competitor, trainer, volunteer, show steward, or recreational rider—we want to hear from you.

We’re asking all members of the Canadian Quarter Horse community to take 3 minutes to complete a short questionnaire available at:
👉https://www.cognitoforms.com/CanadianQuarterHorseAssociation/CQHANationalMembershipFeedbackSurvey

You can share your ideas, flag challenges, or simply let us know what matters most to you. If you’re interested in joining one of our upcoming virtual brainstorming sessions, you’ll have a chance to indicate that too.

As a thank you, all participants will be entered into a draw for CQHA-branded prizes!

This is your opportunity to help shape a stronger, more connected future for Quarter Horse activity in Canada.

Questions or comments? Contact: admin@CQHA.ca

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Canadian Results from the 2025 AQHYA World Championships

Congratulations to our Canadian riders and breeders who have achieved top 15 placings at the 2025 American Quarter Horse Youth Association World Championship Show!

AQHYA & NSBA World Champions = TWELEVE
AQHYA & NSBA Reserve World Champions = ELEVEN
AQHYA & NSBA Bronze Champions = NINE
AQHYA & NSBA Top 5s = FOURTEEN
AQHYA & NSBA Top 10s = SIXTEEN
AQHYA & NSBA Top 15s = THIRTEEN

World Champion – L2 Youth Western Riding The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

World Champion – NSBA L2 Youth Western Riding The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

World Champion – L2 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18 – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

 World Champion – NSBA L2 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18 – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

World Champion – L3 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18 – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

World Champion – NSBA L3 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18 – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

World Champion – L2 Youth Working Cow Horse Boxing  – Canadian Bred Im Everychics Dream, a 2017 Gelding sired by Smart Chic Olena, out of  Didit N Dunit bred by Anderson Performance Horses, Hagersville, ON. Shown by Addisyn Grilli, of Erie, CO and owned by Amanda Grilli, Erie, CO.

World Champion – L3 Youth Western Riding – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

World Champion – NSBA L3 Youth Western Riding – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

World Champion – NSBA L3 Youth Ranch Riding (14-18) – Canadian Bred  Whizenboonsmal, a 2012 Gelding sired by Peptoleap,  out of She Whiz A Star, bred by David Dorland, Sudbury, ON. Owned & shown by Madison Hayden Rafacz, Citra, FL.

World Champion – L3 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

 

World Champion – NSBA L3 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Reserve Champion – L3 Youth Performance Halter Geldings The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Reserve Champion – NSBA L3 Youth Performance Halter Geldings The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Reserve Champion – Youth Box Drive – Canadian Bred Im Everychics Dream, a 2017 Gelding sired by Smart Chic Olena, out of  Didit N Dunit bred by Anderson Performance Horses, Hagersville, ON. Shown by Addisyn Grilli, of Erie, CO and owned by Amanda Grilli, Erie, CO.

Reserve Champion – Drive L3 Youth Working Cow Horse Boxing – Canadian Bred Im Everychics Dream, a 2017 Gelding sired by Smart Chic Olena, out of  Didit N Dunit bred by Anderson Performance Horses, Hagersville, ON. Shown by Addisyn Grilli, of Erie, CO and owned by Amanda Grilli, Erie, CO.

Reserve Champion – L2 Youth Trail (14-18) – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Reserve Champion – NSBA L2 Youth Trail (14-18) – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Reserve Champion – L3 Youth Showmanship (14 – 18) – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Reserve Champion – NSBA L3 Youth Showmanship (14 – 18) – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Reserve Champion – L3 Youth Trail (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Guess Whoo, a 2018 Gelding sired by Only In The Moonlite, out of Whos Cheating Who, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Kaylee Grace Olds of Lebanon, OH and owned by Jennifer Kay Olds, Lebanon, OH.

Reserve Champion – NSBA L3 Youth Western Pleasure (14-18) – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou, a 2018 Gelding, sired by LL Cool Bay, out of Shez Lopin Lazy, bred by William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Shown by Myah Jane Chaput, Rodney, MI. Owned by Stacy E Chaput, Rodney, MI.

Reserve Champion – L3 Youth Ranch Riding (14-18) – Canadian Bred  Whizenboonsmal, a 2012 Gelding sired by Peptoleap,  out of She Whiz A Star, bred by David Dorland, Sudbury, ON. Owned & shown by Madison Hayden Rafacz, Citra, FL.

Bronze – L2 Youth Performance Halter Geldings The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Bronze – NSBA L2 Youth Performance Halter Geldings The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Bronze – NSBA L2 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (14-18) – Im The Greater Good, a 2021 Mare sired by Good I Will Be, out of Detailed Coat. Owned & shown by Erin Nicole Duquette, of Glencoe, ON.

Bronze – NSBA L2 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18 – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou, a 2018 Gelding, sired by LL Cool Bay, out of Shez Lopin Lazy, bred by William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Shown by Myah Jane Chaput, Rodney, MI. Owned by Stacy E Chaput, Rodney, MI.

Bronze – L1 Youth  Hunt Seat Equitation 14 – 18 – Only One More Drink, a 2018 Gelding sired by The Best Martini, and out of Willys Red Chip. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, of Tusket, NS.

Bronze – NSBA L1 Youth  Hunt Seat Equitation 14 – 18 – Only One More Drink, a 2018 Gelding sired by The Best Martini, and out of Willys Red Chip. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, of Tusket, NS.

Bronze – L3 Youth Trail (14-18) – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Bronze – NSBA L3 Youth Trail (14-18) – The Batchelor, a 2017 Gelding sired by How Bout This Cowboy, out of  Shes Blazing Cool. Shown by Ady Kallay, of Drayton Valley, AB. Owned by AK Performance Horses, Drayton Valley, AB.

Bronze – L3 Youth Western Pleasure (14-18) – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou, a 2018 Gelding, sired by LL Cool Bay, out of Shez Lopin Lazy, bred by William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Shown by Myah Jane Chaput, Rodney, MI. Owned by Stacy E Chaput, Rodney, MI.

4th – NSBA L1 Youth Western Pleasure (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Sleepy N I Know It, a 2011 Gelding sired by Too Sleepy To Zip, out of Spice Machine, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Gracelyn Mae Mcclure, of Chickasha, OK and owned by Mcclure Land & Cattle LLC, Chickasha, OK.

4th – L2 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18 – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou, a 2018 Gelding, sired by LL Cool Bay, out of Shez Lopin Lazy, bred by William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Shown by Myah Jane Chaput, Rodney, MI. Owned by Stacy E Chaput, Rodney, MI.

4th – NSBA L3 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (14-18) – Better Have An Alibi, a 2019 Gelding sired by Good Better Best, out of Al Be Your Al. Owned and shown by Erin Nicole Duquette, of Glencoe, ON.

4th – NSBA L3 Youth Western Pleasure (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred J LOWW, a 2020 Mare sired by Sloww Motion, out of Made By J, bred by Cory Seebach/Candice Hall, Blackcreek, BC. Shown by Ella Kate Herman of Jenks, OK. Owned by Superior Care Management LLC, Jenks, OK.

4thNSBA Youth Working Western Rail – Canadian Bred  Whizenboonsmal, a 2012 Gelding sired by Peptoleap,  out of She Whiz A Star, bred by David Dorland, Sudbury, ON. Owned & shown by Madison Hayden Rafacz, Citra, FL.

5th – L1 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Only One More Drink, a 2018 Gelding sired by The Best Martini, and out of Willys Red Chip. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, of Tusket, NS.

5th -NSBA  L1 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Only One More Drink, a 2018 Gelding sired by The Best Martini, and out of Willys Red Chip. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, of Tusket, NS.

5th – L1 Youth Western Pleasure (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Sleepy N I Know It, a 2011 Gelding sired by Too Sleepy To Zip, out of Spice Machine, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Gracelyn Mae Mcclure, of Chickasha, OK and owned by Mcclure Land & Cattle LLC, Chickasha, OK.

5th – L2 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (14-18) – Im The Greater Good, a 2021 Mare sired by Good I Will Be, out of Detailed Coat. Owned & shown by Erin Nicole Duquette, of Glencoe, ON.

5th – L2 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (14-18) – Canadian Bred Makinn Me Famous, a 2022 Gelding sired by Makin Me Willy Wild, out of Lady Goes A Huntin, bred by Karine Bisaillon, Saint-Valere, QC. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

5th – L3 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (14-18) – Better Have An Alibi, a 2019 Gelding sired by Good Better Best, out of Al Be Your Al. Owned and shown by Erin Nicole Duquette, of Glencoe, ON.

5th – L2 Youth Cutting – Canadian Bred Im Everychics Dream, a 2017 Gelding sired by Smart Chic Olena, out of  Didit N Dunit bred by Anderson Performance Horses, Hagersville, ON. Shown by Addisyn Grilli, of Erie, CO and owned by Amanda Grilli, Erie, CO.

5th – L3 Youth Reining (13 & Under)-  Canadian Bred Im Everychics Dream, a 2017 Gelding sired by Smart Chic Olena, out of  Didit N Dunit bred by Anderson Performance Horses, Hagersville, ON. Shown by Addisyn Grilli, of Erie, CO and owned by Amanda Grilli, Erie, CO.

5thYouth Working Western Rail – Canadian Bred  Whizenboonsmal, a 2012 Gelding sired by Peptoleap,  out of She Whiz A Star, bred by David Dorland, Sudbury, ON. Owned & shown by Madison Hayden Rafacz, Citra, FL.

6th – NSBA L1 Youth Trail (14-18) – Only One More Drink, a 2018 Gelding sired by The Best Martini, and out of Willys Red Chip. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, of Tusket, NS.

6th – L3 Youth Western Pleasure (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred J LOWW, a 2020 Mare sired by Sloww Motion, out of Made By J, bred by Cory Seebach/Candice Hall, Blackcreek, BC. Shown by Ella Kate Herman of Jenks, OK. Owned by Superior Care Management LLC, Jenks, OK.

7th – L1 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Canadian Bred The Ok Corral, a 2013 Gelding sired by Ok I Am Invited, out of Three D Western, bred by Susan Walsh, Reddeer, AB. Owned & shown by Maya Dias, Sacramento, CA.

7th – L3 Youth Cutting – Canadian Bred Im Everychics Dream, a 2017 Gelding sired by Smart Chic Olena, out of  Didit N Dunit bred by Anderson Performance Horses, Hagersville, ON. Shown by Addisyn Grilli, of Erie, CO and owned by Amanda Grilli, Erie, CO.

7th – L1 Youth Performance Halter Mares – Canadian Bred Sleepinwithpotential, a 2021, Mare sired by Too Sleepy To Zip, out of RR Im For Certain, bred by Dale Cunningham, of Nipissing, ON. Owned & shown by Natalee G Degroot, of Kinnelon, NJ.

7th – L3 Youth Western Horsemanship 13 & Under – Canadian Bred One Tuff Red Head, a 2013 Mare sired by VS Code Red, out of Grace By Invitation, bred by Suzanne Glaab, Shakespeare, ON. Shown by Mackenzie E Landry of Paris, ON, and owned by  Jenna Woodley of Paris, ON.

8th – NSBA L3 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Guess Whoo, a 2018 Gelding sired by Only In The Moonlite, out of Whos Cheating Who, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Kaylee Grace Olds of Lebanon, OH and owned by Jennifer Kay Olds, Lebanon, OH.

8th – L3 Youth Western Horsemanship 13 & Under – Canadian Bred Guess Whoo, a 2018 Gelding sired by Only In The Moonlite out of Whos Cheating Who, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Kaylee Grace Olds of Lebanon, OH and owned by Jennifer Kay Olds, Lebanon, OH.

9th – L3 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Guess Whoo, a 2018 Gelding sired by Only In The Moonlite, out of Whos Cheating Who, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Kaylee Grace Olds of Lebanon, OH and owned by Jennifer Kay Olds, Lebanon, OH.

9th – L3 Youth Hunter Under Saddle 13 & Under – Canadian Bred Sleepinwithpotential, a 2021, Mare sired by Too Sleepy To Zip, out of RR Im For Certain, bred by Dale Cunningham, of Nipissing, ON. Owned & shown by Natalee G Degroot, of Kinnelon, NJ.

9th– L3 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Guess Whoo, a 2018 Gelding sired by Only In The Moonlite, out of Whos Cheating Who, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Kaylee Grace Olds of Lebanon, OH and owned by Jennifer Kay Olds, Lebanon, OH.

9thL2 Youth Trail (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred One Tuff Red Head, a 2013 Mare sired by VS Code Red, out of Grace By Invitation, bred by Suzanne Glaab, Shakespeare, ON. Shown by Mackenzie E Landry of Paris, ON, and owned by  Jenna Woodley of Paris, ON.

10th – L2 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (14-18) – Canadian Bred Makinn Me Famous, a 2022 Gelding sired by Makin Me Willy Wild, out of Lady Goes A Huntin, bred by Karine Bisaillon, Saint-Valere, QC. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, Tusket, NS.

10th – L1 Youth Trail (14-18) – Only One More Drink, a 2018 Gelding sired by The Best Martini, and out of Willys Red Chip. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, of Tusket, NS.

10th – L2 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Sleepinwithpotential, a 2021, Mare sired by Too Sleepy To Zip, out of RR Im For Certain, bred by Dale Cunningham, of Nipissing, ON. Owned & shown by Natalee G Degroot, of Kinnelon, NJ.

10th – NSBA L2 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou, a 2018 Gelding, sired by LL Cool Bay, out of Shez Lopin Lazy, bred by William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Shown by Myah Jane Chaput, Rodney, MI. Owned by Stacy E Chaput, Rodney, MI.

11th – L1 Youth Hunt Seat Equitation (14-18) – Canadian Bred The Ok Corral, a 2013 Gelding sired by Ok I Am Invited, out of Three D Western, bred by Susan Walsh, Reddeer, AB. Owned & shown by Maya Dias, Sacramento, CA.

11th – L3 Youth Western Pleasure (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Guess Whoo, a 2018 Gelding sired by Only In The Moonlite out of Whos Cheating Who, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Kaylee Grace Olds of Lebanon, OH and owned by Jennifer Kay Olds, Lebanon, OH.

11thL3 Youth Trail (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred One Tuff Red Head, a 2013 Mare sired by VS Code Red, out of Grace By Invitation, bred by Suzanne Glaab, Shakespeare, ON. Shown by Mackenzie E Landry of Paris, ON, and owned by  Jenna Woodley of Paris, ON.

11 th – NSBA L2 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Only One More Drink, a 2018 Gelding sired by The Best Martini, and out of Willys Red Chip. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, of Tusket, NS.

12th – L2 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Canadian Bred Isthatcoolwithyou, a 2018 Gelding, sired by LL Cool Bay, out of Shez Lopin Lazy, bred by William W Cox, Brantford, ON. Shown by Myah Jane Chaput, Rodney, MI. Owned by Stacy E Chaput, Rodney, MI.

13th – L3 Youth Western Pleasure (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred One Tuff Red Head, a 2013 Mare sired by VS Code Red, out of Grace By Invitation, bred by Suzanne Glaab, Shakespeare, ON. Shown by Mackenzie E Landry of Paris, ON, and owned by  Jenna Woodley of Paris, ON.

12 th – L3 Youth Reining (13 & Under)-  Canadian Bred Pro Mis Q Ous, a 2017 Mare sired by Pale Face Dunnit, out of Wallas Finest Tafy, bred by Daryla R Friesen, of Wildwood, AB. Shown by Stella Dorsey, of  Powell, Oh and owned by Liberty Ranch LLC, Powell, OH.

13 th – L2 Youth Western Horsemanship 14 – 18 – Only One More Drink, a 2018 Gelding sired by The Best Martini, and out of Willys Red Chip. Owned & shown by Kaidyn Sandi Goodwin, of Tusket, NS.

14th – L1 Youth Hunter Under Saddle (14-18) – Canadian Bred The Ok Corral, a 2013 Gelding sired by Ok I Am Invited, out of Three D Western, bred by Susan Walsh, Reddeer, AB. Owned & shown by Maya Dias, Sacramento, CA.

14th – L2 Youth Reining – Canadian Bred Im Everychics Dream, a 2017 Gelding sired by Smart Chic Olena, out of  Didit N Dunit bred by Anderson Performance Horses, Hagersville, ON. Shown by Addisyn Grilli, of Erie, CO and owned by Amanda Grilli, Erie, CO.

15th – L2 Youth Western Riding – Canadian Bred One Tuff Red Head, a 2013 Mare sired by VS Code Red, out of Grace By Invitation, bred by Suzanne Glaab, Shakespeare, ON. Shown by Mackenzie E Landry of Paris, ON, and owned by  Jenna Woodley of Paris, ON.

15thL3 Youth Showmanship (13 & Under) – Canadian Bred Guess Whoo, a 2018 Gelding sired by Only In The Moonlite out of Whos Cheating Who, bred by Scott & Linda Berwick of Clarence Creek, ON. Shown by Kaylee Grace Olds of Lebanon, OH and owned by Jennifer Kay Olds, Lebanon, OH.

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Canadian Youth Riders Set to Compete at 2025 AQHYA World Championship Show

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Today marks the exciting start of competition at the 2025 AQHYA World Championship Show, held August 1–10 at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City. Representing Team Canada are some of the country’s most talented and dedicated youth riders, ready to showcase their skills on the world stage.

The AQHYA World Show features more than 5,050 entries across 37 U.S. states and four countries, including Canada, China, Brazil, and the United States. With over $1 million in prize money and an estimated economic impact of $5.9 million, the event stands as one of the largest and most prestigious youth competitions in the equine industry.

The Canadian Quarter Horse Association would like to thank Equestrian Canada for their generous sponsorship of cooling units to help ensure the wellbeing of our horses in the intense Oklahoma summer heat. Their support allows Team Canada to compete at their best while keeping equine welfare a top priority.

We wish all our youth competitors the very best of luck as they begin this exciting journey. May it be a week filled with new friendships, proud moments, and lasting memories.

📖 View the official show program: AQHYA Online Program 2025
📺 Watch the show live: https://www.aqha.com/youth-world-livestream

For more information about the AQHYA World Show, visit: https://www.aqha.com/youth-world/about-the-show

The Canadian Quarter Horse Association (CQHA) is proud to introduce this year’s youth athletes, who have worked tirelessly to prepare for the show:

 

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK — Aujourd’hui marque le début tant attendu des compétitions du Championnat mondial jeunesse de l’AQHYA 2025, qui se déroulent du 1er au 10 août au OKC Fairgrounds à Oklahoma City.

Représentant l’Équipe Canada, certains des jeunes cavaliers et cavalières les plus talentueux et dévoués du pays sont prêts à démontrer l’étendue de leurs compétences sur la scène internationale.

Le Championnat mondial jeunesse de l’AQHYA accueille plus de 5 050 inscriptions provenant de 37 États américains et de quatre pays, incluant le Canada, la Chine, le Brésil et les États-Unis. Avec plus d’un million de dollars en bourses et une retombée économique estimée à 5,9 millions de dollars, l’événement figure parmi les compétitions jeunesse les plus prestigieuses de l’industrie équestre.

L’Association canadienne du Quarter Horse tient à remercier chaleureusement Canada Équestre pour leur généreuse contribution, qui a permis de fournir des unités de refroidissement afin d’assurer le bien-être de nos chevaux sous la chaleur accablante de l’été en Oklahoma. Grâce à leur soutien, l’Équipe Canada peut offrir le meilleur d’elle-même tout en gardant la santé et le confort des chevaux au premier plan.

Nous souhaitons à tous nos jeunes compétiteurs et compétitrices la meilleure des chances dans cette aventure exceptionnelle. Que cette semaine soit remplie de nouvelles amitiés, de fierté et de souvenirs inoubliables.

📖 Consultez le programme officiel du championnat : Programme numérique AQHYA 2025
📺 Suivez les compétitions en direct : https://www.aqha.com/youth-world-livestream

Pour en savoir plus sur le Championnat mondial jeunesse de l’AQHYA, visitez :
🔗 https://www.aqha.com/youth-world/about-the-show

L’Association canadienne du Quarter Horse (CQHA) est fière de vous présenter les athlètes jeunesse de cette année, qui ont travaillé sans relâche pour se préparer à cet événement d’envergure.

Mackenzie Davidson & VS Tacks Jacket (Jack)

Hometown: Orangeville, ON
Catch Mackenzie and “Jack” in Level 2 and 3 Youth Western Pleasure 14–18. This team has achieved high-point titles and were finalists at the 2024 Congress.

“I am most looking forward to gaining experience and doing what I love with Jack.” – Mackenzie

Erin Duquette with Im The Greater Good (Boujee) & Better Have An Alibi (Rags)

Hometown: Glencoe, ON
Erin will show “Boujee” in Level 2 Hunter Under Saddle and “Rags” in Level 3 Hunter Under Saddle. This is Erin’s first trip to the AQHYA World Show, and she’s grateful for everything these horses have taught her.

“I can’t wait to be around so many people who have the same passion as me.” – Erin

Emily Firth & Not Too Lazy to Top (Frank)

Hometown: Langley, BC
Watch Emily and “Frank” compete in the Level 1 Championship of Champions for Showmanship, Equitation, and Horsemanship. Frank, a 2013 gelding by Lazy Loper, has become Emily’s most trusted partner.

Emily is also a proud member of the 2025 signing class to Delaware State University and will join their Division I Equestrian Team this fall.

“What excites me most is getting the chance to showcase everything Frank and I have worked on this past year on such a prestigious stage. I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity.” – Emily

Kaidyn Goodwin with Only One More Drink (Wesley) & Makinn Me Famous (Jake)

Hometown: Tusket, NS
Kaidyn will be showing “Wesley” in all-around events and “Jake” in Level 2 and 3 Hunter Under Saddle. She is closing out her youth career on a high note, having competed successfully at major shows across North America.

“I’m most excited for the amazing atmosphere of the Youth World Show—it’s truly unmatched. 2025 Youth World, here we come!” – Kaidyn

Ady Kallay & The Batchelor

Hometown: Drayton Valley, AB
Ady will be competing in Showmanship, Horsemanship, Equitation, Trail, and Western Riding across multiple divisions. With an exceptional track record that includes 21 APHA World Championships, 3 NSBA World titles, and top-10 Congress finishes,

Ady has signed with Texas A&M University and will join their prestigious NCAA Equestrian Team in Fall 2025.

Mackenzie Landry & One Tuff Red Head (Reba)

Hometown: Paris, ON
Catch this team in Level 3 13 & Under events for Horsemanship, Showmanship, Equitation, Western Pleasure, Trail, and Western Riding, as well as Level 2 13 & Under Trail and Western Riding. Mackenzie and “Reba “have been showing together since 2021 and were recently named Non-Pro Provincial Champions in Horsemanship and Bronze Champions at the Congress.

“I’m most looking forward to hanging out with friends and showing our horses!” – Mackenzie

Stella Taylor & Who Whiz Hot Chocolat (a.k.a. Whooie)

Hometown: Tusket, NS
Watch Stella and “Whooie” in Level 2 and Level 3 Horsemanship. This marks their first season together as a team, and Stella is incredibly grateful for the opportunity to compete at the AQHYA Youth World Show.

“The aspect I’m looking forward to the most about the AQHYA Youth World Show is showing with and meeting people from all over the world.” – Stella

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