More than 1,800 awards issued based on points earned at APHA-approved shows in 2011<\/p>\n
Fort Worth, TX\u2014For hundreds of enthusiastic Paint Horse owners who are passionate about showing, the culmination of their monumental efforts is recognized annually by the American Paint Horse Association (APHA) in the way of Year-End Awards. With equal enthusiasm, the Association looks forward to bestowing these honors to our most dedicated competitors.<\/p>\n
Over time, the APHA awards program has evolved to laud multiple cross-sections, allowing additional opportunities for time in the spotlight. At final count, the Association issued a total of 1,862 individual awards to top Paint Horses for the 2011-point year for Open, Amateur, Novice Amateur, Amateur Walk-Trot, Youth and Paint Alternative Competition (PAC), with estimated value of more than $135,000.<\/p>\n
The Honor Roll recognizes the Top 10 in each class earning the most points during the calendar year (total number of recipients for 2011 listed in parentheses). Every Honor Roll Champion receives a customized Gist Silversmiths buckle; Reserve Champions receive a discipline-specific award ranging from leather spur straps, rope bags, English saddle cases, buckle displays or lasered stirrups; 3rd-10th receive a certificate commemorating their achievement.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Open All Ages (239)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Open Solid Paint-Bred (46)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Classic Amateur (115) <\/p>\n
\u00b7 Masters Amateur (96)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Novice Amateur (78)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Amateur Halter (31)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Amateur Solid Paint-Bred (14)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Amateur Walk-Trot (28)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth 13 & Under (97)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth 14-18 (141)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth Halter (20)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth Solid Paint-Bred (13)<\/p>\n
Zone Awards recognize the top five in each of the 14 regional zones, based on total points earned within their respective zone (total number of recipients for 2011 listed in parentheses). The Zone Champion in each Zone and division receives an embroidered jacket, while second through fifth place each receive a Cowboy Bronze trophy.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Open All Ages (65)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Open Solid Paint-Bred (23)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Classic Amateur (59)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Masters Amateur (58)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Novice Amateur (55)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Amateur Solid Paint-Bred (12)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth 13 & Under (53)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth 14-18 (55)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth Solid Paint-Bred (8)<\/p>\n
The Top 20 recognizes the top placing individuals based on their Top 20 shows of the year (counted individually by judge). APHA presents customized Gist Silversmiths buckles to each of the Top 20 competitors (and Top 10 in Solid-Paint Bred divisions). The champion in each division also receives a custom Blue Ribbon Saddle plus an embroidered jacket courtesy of Hart Trailers. Number Two and Three in each list receive the embroidered jacket courtesy of Hart Trailers and trophy saddle pad with their buckles.<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Open All Ages (20)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Open Solid Paint-Bred (10)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Classic Amateur (20)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Masters Amateur (20)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Novice Amateur (20)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Amateur Solid Paint-Bred (10)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth 13 & Under (20)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth 14-18 (20)<\/p>\n
\u00b7 Youth Solid Paint-Bred (9)<\/p>\n
Rookie of the Year honors are presented in the Amateur and Novice Youth divisions. Each Rookie of the Year receives a customized Gist Silversmiths buckle and an embroidered horse blanket of their choosing.<\/p>\n
APHA also awards year-end prizes to Paint Horse owners who compete with their horses in competition that\u2019s outside of APHA-approved shows. The PAC program recognizes PAC Category Leaders, Six PAC Top 5 and International PAC Zone Top 5 with awards ranging from Gist Silversmiths buckles to embroidered trophy jackets and certificates.<\/p>\n
Get started<\/p>\n
Now is a perfect time to start showing your registered American Paint Horse in APHA competitions, which are held throughout the year worldwide. All points earned at APHA-approved shows are automatically included in your horse\u2019s permanent record and can help earn not only year-end awards, but Perpetual Awards like Register of Merit and Superior as well. Find a show near you by visiting aphaonline.org and clicking on Calendar Of Events under the Public Access section.
\nOr if alternative competition outlets are more your style, get enrolled in PAC today and start planning your showing for credits. Get all of the forms and see the approved calendar of events at apha.com\/pac.<\/p>\n
About the American Paint Horse Association<\/p>\n
The American Paint Horse Association (APHA), the international breed registry for the American Paint Horse headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2012. In fulfillment of its mission to collect, record and preserve pedigrees of the breed, APHA recognizes and supports 111 regional and international clubs, produces championship shows, sponsors trail rides and creates and maintains programs that increase the value of American Paint Horses and enriches members’ experiences with their horses. APHA has registered more than a million horses in 59 nations and territories since it was founded, and now serves over 64,000 active youth and adult members around the world.<\/p>\n
For more information about APHA and how to get involved, visit apha.com or call (817) 834-2742.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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