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Cowboy Office ShowEp 26: 2023 NRHA Futurity ReviewIn today’s episode, we take a look at the 2023 NRHA Futurity. We talk about the tie for Open Level 4 Champion, scores, spreads, and use of the judging scale. We don’t forget about the Non Pro Futurity and address the industry buzz around Lane Colston and Adam Donahue’s finals runs.
Congratulations to the Winners!
-- Level 4 Futurity Champions Brian Bell, Crystalized Whizkey owned by Wallace Wood
-- Level 4 Reserve Champions Andrea Fappani and Inferno Thirty Five owned by Stephen Archer
-- Level 4 Non Pro Champions Lane Colston and Gunna Be Pai...2023-12-121h 22
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniBig Money Horse Shows! Nick Dowers and Andrea discuss the changes in the horse show industry.Big Money Horse Shows! Nick Dowers and Andrea discuss the changes in the horse show industry with high dollar purses and additional show dates. An open discussion on the possible changes required to pursue the Big Money Shows, training, care, strategies, logistics and communication with the owners. Andrea and Nick review Andrea’s first trip to the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity including training ideas and how Cow Horse and Reiners differ as athletes. 100X Shows sponsored the podcast, Andrea Stillo came on to explain their 2024 events.2023-11-261h 48
The Converse CowboyLuca Fappani | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version)Luca Fappani, professional Reining Horse Trainer, $625K LTE, has a bright future ahead of him. With some of the best to ever play the game in his corner, we discuss the role that his father and NRHA legend, Andrea Fappani, ($8 Million LTE) has played in shaping his mindset in the show pen. We discuss what shows like 'The Run For A Million' and Teton Ridge's 'American Performance Horse' are doing for the performance horse industry. Enjoy the show!! The Converse Cowboy2023-11-2118 minThe Converse CowboyLuca Fappani | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version)Luca Fappani, professional Reining Horse Trainer, $625K LTE, has a bright future ahead of him. With some of the best to ever play the game in his corner, we discuss the role that his father and NRHA legend, Andrea Fappani, ($8 Million LTE) has played in shaping his mindset in the show pen. We discuss what shows like 'The Run For A Million' and Teton Ridge's 'American Performance Horse' are doing for the performance horse industry. Enjoy the show!! The Converse Cowboy2023-11-2118 min
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniTy Murray - Nine-time World Champion professional rodeo cowboy talks Horsemanship and the need to respect the horse.Ty Murray - Nine-time World Champion professional rodeo cowboy. He was one of the top rodeo contestants in the world from the late 1980s to early 2000s. He is an inductee of the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in the all-around category. He is one of the co-founders and a board adviser of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR). From 2005 to 2020, he was also a regular color commentator for several televised PBR events.2023-03-061h 37
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniSarah Dawson NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, 2022 Leading NRCHA professionalSarah Dawson NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, 2022 Leading NRCHA professional with $376,819. 2020 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Champion. Sarah’s husband Chris is also a NRCHA Million Dollar Rider making Dawson Performance Horses a real powerhouse in the cow horse industry. Sarah is the daughter of Richard & Cheryl Winters, Richard is a well known clinician and horseman. 2023-02-191h 08
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniAnna Buffini: FEI Grand Prix Dressage Rider/Trainer. A rising star in USA DressageAnna Buffini: FEI Grand Prix Dressage Rider/Trainer. A rising star in USA Dressage, earned several top results early in the 2021 season with her Hanoverian mare, FRH Davinia La Douce, placing third in the FEI Grand Prix and FEI Grand Prix Special CDI3* at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival and third in the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle. Andrea and Anna discuss the similarities and differences between Reining & Dressage. A great conversation about horsemanship and the love of horse.2023-02-011h 23
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniWes Ashlock NCHA Western Bloodstock 2 Year Old High Seller $1.5MWes Ashlock from Abilene, TX. NCHA 2YO trainer with numerous NCHA Western Bloodstock high selling 2 year old prospects. 2022 High seller Hot Twice selling for a record $1,500,000.00 Wes has a NCHA LTE in excess of $500,000. His wife Lindy is also a very talented Non Pro with 2 Futurity finalist in 2023 and over $2M LTE with NCHA 2023-01-201h 26
Along For The Ride with Andrea Fappani2022 “The Run For A Million” Rider & Horse Review with Casey Deary, Corey Cushing, Shawn Flarida & Kain Emmons odds, predictions, rumors and background on the elite 16 rider/horse fieldListen in on a conversation with Andrea and fellow professionals Casey Deary NRHA 3M Rider, Corey Cushing NRCHA 3M Rider, Shawn Flarida NRHA 6M Rider And Kain Emmons NRHA Professional/Judge discuss the 2022 The Run For A Million event. They share the horses they will ride and how they prepare. Kain provides a fans prospective on ‘his picks”, rumors and background on the 16 Elite NRHA riders and horses in this years event. 2022-08-131h 28
Along For The Ride with Andrea Fappani2022 “The Run For A Million” Rider & Horse Review with Casey Deary, Corey Cushing, Shawn Flarida & Kain Emmons odds, predictions, rumors and background on the elite 16 rider/horse fieldListen in on a conversation with Andrea and fellow professionals Casey Deary NRHA 3M Rider, Corey Cushing NRCHA 3M Rider, Shawn Flarida NRHA 6M Rider And Kain Emmons NRHA Professional/Judge discuss the 2022 The Run For A Million event. They share the horses they will ride and how they prepare. Kain provides a fans prospective on ‘his picks”, rumors and background on the 16 Elite NRHA riders and horses in this years event. 2022-08-121h 29
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniTim McQuay, NRHA Hall Of Fame Member, 11 years as NRHA’s All-Time Leading Money Earner, First $3 Million Dollar Rider in the NRHA, Breeder, innovator and influencer in the Reining Horse Industry.Tim McQuay, NRHA Hall Of Fame, 11 years as NRHA’s All-Time Leading Money Earner, First $3 Million Dollar Rider in the NRHA, along with playing a fundamental role in the Reining breeding industry He has devoted his time to educating numerous professionals and serving on committees in the NRHA as a judge, professional, owner & rider. Tim has developed a reputation as an innovative clinician and works closely with aspiring professionals and amateurs to foster the next generation of horsemen.2022-07-241h 31
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniDon Murphy, NRCHA Hall Of Fame Member, “The Trainers Trainer”, Great conversation with Andrea the day after his first time showing a cow horse at the NRCHA Derby.Don Murphy, NRCHA Hall Of Fame Member. Born and raised on a ranch in California, Don shadowed and learned from many of the great West Coast horsemen. As Don continued to build his reputation as a showman and trainer, other professionals took notice of his gift for “teaching” his sport. He is know as “The Trainers Trainer”. From Non Pros to many of the top trainers in the NRCHA, Don is the trusted eyes to those looking for improvement and understanding the cow horse and horsemanship.2022-06-251h 39
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniShawn Flarida & Andrea Fappani talk about the finer points of Horsemanship.Shawn Flarida & Andrea Fappani talk about the finer points of Horsemanship. With 14+ Million in NRHA earnings between the two of them this conversation gets into how these two riders communicate/understand their horses at the highest level of performance. Enjoy this unique conversation about the importance of horsemanship and how the very best learn and train their horses. This topic will get into greater detail with demonstration at the Teton Ridge "Along For The Ride™" Symposium in Las Vegas Feb. 25, 26 & 27. More info at www.alongfortheride.pro2022-01-251h 10
Canada Horse PodcastAlong for the Ride with Andrea FappaniIn this episode Nadine and Nikki are thrilled to speak with the NRHA ALL TIME leading rider, Andrea Fappani, after discussing their intentions for 2022. Andrea speaks about his Along for the Ride Event & Symposium that is being held Feb 25-27 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Take a listen to hear all about why every level horse owner is being invited to the Along for the Ride Symposium and if you decide to go, don’t forget to use the Hotel Discount Code: AQH0307 to book your room for the event!Links Mentioned:https://alongfortheride.prohttps://be.synxis.co...2022-01-1335 min
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniNick and Andrea talk about “Performance With Purpose” and how they understand the importance of horsemanship in training horses from trail riding to Futurity Champions.Nick and Andrea get into horsemanship and its benefits for all disciplines at all levels. This conversation is a sample of how Nick Dowers, Shawn Flarida and Andrea will share decades of high level experiences in communicating and understanding the ways horses learn and perform in the upcoming Las Vegas Symposium in February 2022. Nick is a two time Road To The Horse and NRCHA Snaffle Bit Open Futurity Champion. Listen as Nick and Andrea discuss “Performance With Purpose”. Las Vegas Along For The Ride™ "The Event & Symposium 2022" Feb 25,26,27 Info www.alongfortheride.pro Sponsors Cinc...2021-11-301h 21
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniBillie Bray - CMO Equibrand, A gritty determined business woman in the Western Industry. Mother of two boys Wyatt & Paden Bray both up and coming ropers. Billie shares how to raise kids to be cowboys or cowgirls, to be leaders and not followers.Billie Bray - Chief Marketing Officer and co-owner of the well know equine company Equibrand from Granbury TX. Equibrand represents Classic Equine, Classic Ropes, Rattler Ropes and Martin Saddlery. Bray is well-positioned to grow the Western industry while simultaneously Billie hopes to have an influence on other families to support the cowboy way of life. “I hope I have encouraged parents to raise their kids to be cowboys or cowgirls, to be leaders and not followers Cinch cinchjeans.com. Discount Code 20% off. FAPPANI20 2021-10-251h 46
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniJanet VanBebber AQHA Chief Racing Officer, gives an overview of the Race Horse industry and her former career as one of the sports leading horse trainers.Janet VanBebber is the Chief Racing Officer for the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). VanBebber is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the racing department, Racing Challenge and related programs. Janet plays a key role in developing and implementing programs and objectives to promote the advancement of Quarter Horse racing across the globe. VanBebber’s resume boasts a long and successful career training and racing American Quarter Horses. The former owner of VanBebber Racing Stables of Ledbetter, Texas, she has a long history of involvement with American Quarter Horses and Quarter Horse racing and is well known as being...2021-08-101h 30
Along For The Ride with Andrea Fappani2021 Run For A Million with Taylor Sheridan, Guest Interview with Gina Maria SchumacherTaylor is a screenwriter, director, actor, 5 time nominee for Academy Award, co-creator of Yellowstone and creator/producer of Run For A Million, as well as extremely passionate about horses. Taylor sits down to update us on developments on his many Film/TV projects (Yellowstone & Last Cowboy) and plans for the up and coming RFTM in August. Gina Maria does a quick interview as the only Non Pro & female qualifying for 2021 RFAM.2021-07-221h 19
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniLloyd Cox NCHA 10 Million Dollar Rider Cutting Horse TrainerLloyd Cox has proven himself to be one of the cutting industry's top horse trainers. An unassuming cowboy from Marietta, Oklahoma– he earned himself the honor of being the first 10 Million Dollar Rider in Western performance horse history in 2021. Lloyd is an NCHA Rider Hall of Fame inductee and was the NCHA leading money earning rider in 2003, with earnings of $714,583. Lloyd will share his thoughts on how he became a leading horseman and a leading NCHA money earner. Sponsors Cinch 20% Discount Code FAPPANI20 at cinchjeans.com tombalding.com Equimax equimaxhorse.com...2021-07-151h 26
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniReview NRHA Reining events slated for summer and fall 2021Take a listen as Andrea and Steve Ross (NRHA Judge, NRHA Professional, Horse Broker, Event/TV Commentator) review and discuss the NRHA Reining events slated for summer and fall 2021, the influx of larger purses and the major events. The conversation gets into the "trickle down effect" and how and why it has increased the value and scarcity of quality show horses. With an expanding event schedule they discuss the logistics and strategy in training and preparing for all these big events from the East Coast to West Coast of USA.2021-06-251h 07
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniNick Dowers - Master Horseman, NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Champion, 2-Time Road To The Horse ChampionMaster horseman Nick Dowers stands in a league of his own when it comes to understanding and developing the mind of a horse. His track record for starting colts for the best in the business is unparalleled, and his performance record is equally matched in the show arena. His million dollar rider NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity, Derby and Road To The Horse wins are proof of his extraordinary commitment to his hand crafted education system that he has designed and built in Dyer, Nevada. Come Along For The Ride™ nick dowers.com Sponsors Cinch 20% discount co...2021-03-291h 56
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniJason Martin & Charlie Cole - Highpoint Performance Horses All Round Horse Trainers with over 100 AQHA World Champions & 200 Congress ChampionsJason Martin & Charlie Cole own Highpoint Performance Horses in Pilot Point, Texas. Highpoint Performance Horses specializes in training all around horses. They trail and compete in many events from western pleasure and trail to jumping and even barrel racing. At High Point they keep approximately 45 - 50 horses in training and travel between Florida and California, showing at the major shows each year. They have trained over 100 World AQHA Champions and 200 Congress Champions. Charlie Cole has been involved with horses for over 35 years and has trained more than 50 AQHA world champions. Jason Martin has won 34 AQHA W...2021-03-151h 58
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniBen Roethlisberger,"Big Ben", NFL quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers Winning QB in two out of three Super Bowls. A candid conversation with the man behind the football and how he achieved excellence on the field and as a husband, father & friend.Benjamin Roethlisberger, nicknamed "Big Ben", NFL quarterback for the Pittsburgh Steelers Winning QB in two out of three Super Bowls. Drafted in 2004 by the Steelers in the first round, he has played his entire career as a Steeler. Ben shares his interest and love for animals and how he uses his horses to relax and clear his mind. A candid conversation with the man behind the football and how he achieved excellence on the field and as a husband, father and friend. Come Along For The Ride™ with Big Ben www.cinchjeans.com Discount code FAPP...2021-03-031h 16
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniTroy Heikes– NRHA Professional Trainer/Coach - Troy's journey of becoming a well respected horse trainer and proud owner of the 4M AQHA Stallion "Jacs Electric Spark" is quite complexTroy Heikes– NRHA Professional Trainer/Coach - Troy's journey of becoming a well respected horse trainer and proud owner of the 4M AQHA Stallion "Jacs Electric Spark" is quite complex. His openness and discovery regarding his own personal challenges which included a rather abnormal introduction to becoming a trainer, to battles with mental health, and lack of confidence became a roadway to many successes. Troy's first hand experiences are brutally honest with the intention of helping others to find their way through treatment to living a happy and full life. Accomplishments include being an Open Finalist of NRHA Futurity, De...2021-02-162h 02
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniAaron Moses 29 is located in Pilot Point, Texas and specializes in Western Pleasure Futurity Horses. Aaron, is a 13x All American Quarter Horse Congress Champion, 5 Time AQHA World Champion and NSBA World ChampionAaron Moses 29 is located in Pilot Point, Texas and specializes in Western Pleasure Futurity Horses. Aaron, is a 13x All American Quarter Horse Congress Champion, 5 Time AQHA World Champion and NSBA World Champion 2021-01-231h 45
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniBrett Stone Along For The RideBrett Stone is one of a handful of trainers most accredited for introducing a soft, more collected and body broke style of training reining horses which has led to the "modern look" of today's reining athletes. The 1992 NRHA Open Futurity Champion aboard Boomernic, Brett’s love for horses took him on a journey that allowed him the opportunity to ride and learn from many of the greatest horsemen in our performance horse industry. Andrea and longtime friend Brett share their journey in learning from each other and how Brett continues to be instrumental in Andrea’s current success today.2020-12-072h 06
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniVaughn Zimmerman - NRHA Million Dollar Owner, Winner of NRHA & NRCHA Open Futurity's. Owner of “Not Ruf At All” NRHA Triple Crown Winner. Vaughn is involved in horse disciplines including reining, cow horse & Thoroughbred race horses NRHA Million Dollar Owner Zimmerman, of Rogersville, Missouri, served on the initial board of the Reining Horse Foundation (RHF) from 2001 through 2004 and is an RHF Gold Donor. He served several years as an NRHA Board member (2005-2009) and was a member of the NRHA Finance, Sale, Hall of Fame, and Sire & Dam Committees. An NRHA Corporate Partner and National Reining Breeders Classic (NRBC) Gold Sponsor, Zimmerman has provided sponsorships at many regional and major events such as the Tulsa Reining Classic and the High Roller Reining Classic. He has provided support to NRHA Affiliates through donations of stallion breedings t...2020-11-191h 18
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniDr John Newcomb DVM is the practicing vet at Fappani Performance and many other performance horse, jumping and dressage horse barns.Dr John Newcomb, DVM is very passionate about the health and well being of horses that compete at the highest level and will share in this podcast what it takes to keep and maintain top-level equestrian athletes. He is the practicing veterinarian at Fappani Performance and many other performance horse, jumping and dressage horse barns. John has been the FEI certified vet as well as the USEF reining team veterinarian in past FEI World Equestrian Games. He has also served on the AQHA Research Committee and was a graduate of University of Califorina Davis.2020-10-121h 50
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniSandy Collier- NRCHA Snaffel Bit Futurity Champion, NRCHA Hall Of Fame, Cowgirl Hall Of Fame, Educator, Life CoachSandy’s highly respected training methods are the result of a lifetime of success, her positive mental attitude and her personal style as a perfectionist. She has a wealth of advice for riders of every discipline and shares 30+ years of professional experience through her hands-on horse training clinics and training videos. Her rare talent as an educator and speaker may even exceed her exceptional talents as a horse trainer. NRCHA Hall Of Fame, Open Snaffel Bit Futurity Champion, Cowgirl Hall Of Fame, AQHA World Champ2020-09-031h 20
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniTeddy Robinson, First NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, Current earnings exceeding $2 million. He is one of the winningest riders in the history of the reined cow horse, with 7 NRCHA Open Snaffle Bit Futurity Championships and 2 World’s Greatest Horseman titlTeddy Robinson, First NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, Current earnings exceeding $2 million. He is one of the winningest riders in the history of the reined cow horse, with seven NRCHA Open Snaffle Bit Futurity Championships and two World’s Greatest Horseman titles to his name. With over $100K in NCHA and Over $100K in NRHA earnings Teddy is a well rounded horseman.Ted is known for even more than his success and his obvious talent. His energetic attitude and jovial personality have made him a fan and industry favorite.2020-07-191h 41
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniKatie Tims - Former Editor Quarter Horse News, Freelance Writer, Author, Story teller in the Performance horse IndustryOur ALONG FOR THE RIDE™, Episode #23 is with Katie Tims. Many of you followed every word she wrote during her career as the Editor for Quarter Horse News. Katie was born and raised in Surprise Valley, an extremely "rural" northeastern corner of California– growing up on a cattle ranch which now spans five generations. She started riding horses with her dad before she could walk. Working for Performance Horse Magazine, then Quarter Horses News from 2001- 2012, Katie continues to be an influencer today as freelance author and writer. Most significantly, her stories created a platform for "Open Discussion"– always bringi...2020-07-042h 47
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniNews Flash - Patty Tiberg Publisher & Vice President of Morris Equine Group, discuss the digital future of Quarter Horse News and the decision to suspend the print version of Quarter Horse News.News Flash - Patty Tiberg Publisher & Vice President of Morris Equine Group, including Quarter Horse News, Western Horseman, Barrel Horse News, Equi-Stat, Horse City, NBHA, Road To The Horse, Western LifeStyle Retailer. Patty discuss the digital future of Quarter horse news and the decision to suspend the print version of Quarter Horse News. 2020-06-2727 min
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniArek Boulding- Performance Horse Farrier, Conversation on setting your horse up for a healthy performance careerArek Boulding - Arek has been providing Fappani Performance’s farrier work since 2002. Arek is at the top of his trade and has setup and shoed many champions in multiple disciplines. Rarely will one find the combination of skill, knowledge and commitment in understanding the movement and mechanics of performance horses at the highest level. Andrea and Arek discuss how they help and setup their horses for success. Arek’s passion for hard work and a job well done is contagious and refreshing. 2020-06-211h 24
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniTraining the Open NRHA Futurity Horse– Andrea FappaniTraining the Open NRHA Futurity Horse– Andrea takes you through the entire process of what it takes to own, train, manage and show a Futurity horse. The importance and emphasis of the two year old foundation, the equipment, care/feeding, costs, work week and exceptions. He will also explain his strategy and the process of choosing his final three for the futurity. It's a great podcast for the fan, trainer, owner and non pro. Sponsored by EquineTrader & Tom Balding Bits & Spurs2020-06-042h 30
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniAmberley Snyder is a barrel racer and inspirational speaker who has fought her way back from tragedyAmberley’s story of triumph over tragedy. This is a story of a cowgirl whose love for horses overpowered all challenges put in her path. Her rodeo career began at a young age and her future was destined for success. A truck accident changed Amberley’s life at age eighteen, leaving her paralyzed. She has let the challenges she faces refine her, not define her. Andrea and her discuss how she has adopted her training techniques to remain competitive without the uses of her legs with the mind of a champion. 2020-05-091h 17
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniInstaGram Live Question & Answer With Andrea Fappani April 2020Take a listen...We've grabbed a few questions and answers from our first LIVE Along For The Ride™ Instagram Q & A... It was an great opportunity to interact with some of our listeners and discuss a variety of subjects– all very good questions and it's just the beginning of what we plan to do more of in the future. "ASK, LEARN, LISTEN" more to come!2020-04-231h 38
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniCasey Deary Along For The Ride™Casey Deary NRHA 1.9 Million Rider and one of the big, big personalities of the reining industry. Andrea and Casey exchange training techniques and philosophy on their show horses and find they have much in common. Casey is always fun and entertaining to speak with while providing an overview into how top level trainers understand and care for their amazing athletes. A great conversation, and you must hear Casey’s story of entering the toughest event in the Performance Horse industry– the NRCHA's "Worlds Greatest Horseman". Casey grew up in Texas riding horses, taking low-budget colts, training them and...2020-04-181h 40
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniBob Avila Along For The Ride™With over 37 AQHA World and Reserve World Champion titles in multiple events combined with multiple NRHA & NRCHA Open titles Bob Avila is acknowledged by his peers as one of the most versatile and accomplished horsemen. NRCHA Million Dollar Rider and Hall Of Fame Member Bob is a 3 time Snaffle Bit Futurity Champion. In addition, he is a NRHA Open Futurity Champion. Bob has trained, mentored and influenced many NRCHA & NRHA champions over his lifelong career. From being the first recipient of the AQHA Professional Horseman to capturing the prestigious title of World's Greatest Horseman twice, Bob has won in...2020-04-061h 41
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniDr. Jim Morgan DVM, Million Dollar Rider, Finalist 40 NRHA Futurity FinalsForty years, forty horses, forty NRHA Futurity finals! Dr. Jim Morgan, DVM reached an ultra impressive milestone in his reining career during the 2019 NRHA Futurity. At 74 years old, he’s still showing three year olds at the biggest event of the year. Dr. Morgan is the oldest NRHA million-dollar rider in history of Reining and still extremely competitive against people who are at least 50 years younger than him. He has an unstoppable thirst to learn and compete which one can attribute his success too. Our conversation is with a man who has dedicated his life to horses; as a ve...2020-03-201h 32
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniColleen McQuay- Great Horsewoman known as a driving force in the equine world of Hunters & Jumpers and Reining. Colleen McQuay, along with her husband Tim, own and operate McQuay Stables, Inc. in Tioga, Texas. The business consists of three divisions: Breeding, Reining training and sales, and Hunter-Jumper training and sales. 25+ years Colleen with help of her husband and other mentors in the hunter business, she has trained both horses and riders to many wins and championships. She served on the board NRHA -Show Standard Committee and initiated the NRHA show rating system, Executive Board and chaired Event Production Committee for NRHA Futurity & Derby.. Chaired the Aged Event Committee, Eligibility Committee and the USEF Hi...2020-02-291h 52
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniTodd Bergen 4 Million Plus Rider NRHA, NRCHA- Along For The Ride™Todd Bergen, the 4 Million Dollar rider from Eagle Point, Oregon is recognized as one of the most versatile horsemen in the world. Whether its Reining, Cow Horse or Cutting– he makes riding look easy when it isn’t. Todd is the only Million Dollar rider in two disciplines–NRHA & NRCHA, as well as a money earner in NCHA. Todd's extraordinary skills as a horseman are a direct reflection of his focus, hard work, integrity, risk and commitment. He was also Andrea’s mentor/teacher and where Andrea apprenticed for over 6 years before starting his business. Come Along For The R...2020-02-152h 22
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniFRANK MERRILL's conversation explores the amazingly versatile American Quarter HorseFrank Merrill (born 1948)Purcell, Oklahoma.[1] During his 50+ year career as a Quarter Horse breeder and exhibitor, Merrill accumulated numerous championship titles in several different disciplines, including halter horse competition, horse racing, reining, cutting, working cow horse, and calf roping.In 2013, he was inducted into the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Hall of Fame,[2] and is a past president of the AQHA. He is an AQHA director at large, a director of the National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA), a trustee of the United States Equine Foundation, and a director of the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum. He established and...2020-02-041h 33
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniLuca Fappani NRHA Futurity, 2019 Futurity Recap With AndreaAlong For The Ride, #11: Luca Fappani shares his super eventful first NRHA Non Pro Futurity with his dad, Andrea– together Andrea and Luca take you through the process of goal setting, preparing and training top level non pro futurity horses for OKC. Luca also lays out his personal roadmap to becoming the 2019 NRHA #1 Money Earning Non Pro. And lastly, Andrea breakdowns one of his best pre futurity seasons and concludes with what he deems as one of his worst NRHA Futurity performances ever. We also get a great perspective and takeaway from Andrea on how the young riders of to...2019-12-271h 02
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniCarol Rose & Andrea FappaniIn the world of Western Performance Horses, no man or woman is more accredited in breeding and showing than Carol Rose. From the age of 6, Carol has devoted her life to Quarter Horses as a top level competitor, breeder and as a leader in the development of the modern western show horse. Carol has been recognized for her contributions by being inducted into 6 of the most prestigious Hall of Fame's* in the Western Horse Culture. This conversation with Carol will share her lifelong pursuit of the perfect horse and the people who influenced her unstoppable dream. She will address h...2019-12-081h 37
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniNRHA 2019 Futurity Preview With 7 Open ProfessionalsAndrea talk’s to six of the NRHA’s top open futurity trainers to get their take on the horses they selected to make a run at the 2019 NRHA Futurity Championship. They will share training, strategy and the planning it takes to succeed in reining greatest prize. NRHA Professionals; Casey Deary 14:01 Jason Vanlandingham 24:51 Cade McCutcheon 34:37 Franco Bertolani :34:37 Craig Schmersal 1:07:00 Shawn Flarida 1:17:34 Andrea Fappani 1:38:262019-11-261h 56
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniCorey Cushing & Andrea FappaniCorey Cushing, 2 Million Dollar NRCHA rider sits down with Andrea to talk about his career as a leading trainer in the National Reining Cow Horse Association and what it takes to prepare for the biggest show of the year Snaffel Bit Futurity. Corey is one of the few riders to have success in both the NRHA & NRCHA Futurities, he and Andrea compare notes on what it take to set these top level horses up physically and mentally for the futurities and their show careers. A rare opportunity to listen to two of the top horseman in the performance horse...2019-10-181h 34
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniWilliam Shatner With Andrea FappaniWilliam Shatner OC (born March 22, 1931) is a Canadian actor, author, producer, director, and singer. In his seven decades of television, Shatner became a cultural icon for his portrayal of Captain James T. Kirk of the USS Enterprise in the Star Trek franchise, T.J. Hooker, 3rd Rock from the Sun, Boston Legal and many more. NRHA Hall Of Fame and an active non pro competitor in NRHA Reining and Saddlebred and Standardbred horses produces the Hollywood Charity Horse Show raising money for children and Veterans. “Bill” will explain his attraction and importance of raising and owning horses and d...2019-10-111h 02
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniClinton Anderson & Andrea FappaniClinton takes us on his amazing journey from a young unknown and broke Australian horse trainer to one of the worlds most renowned clinicians. He shares all the highs and lows of building his horse training empire that reach an annual gross of over 14 million and being millions of dollars in debt to coming full circle, creating his current training program for NRHA Reining and NRCH Cow Horses which was the plan/reason in coming to the USA 25 years ago. You won’t be disappointed, Clinton helped thousands of horses and riders, and Clinton is committed more than ever to...2019-09-251h 36
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniBob Loomis With Andrea FappaniCome Along For The Ride - NRHA’s Legion Bob Loomis. Bob will take you on a journey of the development and refinement of what is now the current NRHA reining horse. Stories of riding his great show horses and how that led to his unmatched breeding program. Fun to hear Andrea and Bob exchange notes on how they rode and trained some of the top horses in NRHA history. With six championships, Bob Loomis has more NRHA Open Futurity victories than any other rider in the industry. Bob Loomis has been training reining horses sinc...2019-09-101h 23
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniPhil Rapp & Andrea FappaniPhil Rapp of Weatherford, TX is a cutting horse trainer, inductee in both the NCHA Rider Hall of Fame[1] and NCHA Non-Pro Hall of Fame,[2] and the leading NCHA money earner with lifetime earnings totaling $9,733,216.88 as of Sept 2019.[3] He was elected vice-president of the National Cutting Horse Association in 2016,[4] and became president in June 2018. Phil & Mary Anne are Breeders of over $8,079,413.34. Mary Anne LTE $4,819,752.77 as a Non Pro, Ryan Rapp LTE $288,031.78 as Non Pro2019-09-031h 44
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniTaylor Sheridan & Andrea discuss his career in Hollywood and interest in horses and the western way of life.Taylor Sheridan tells his story about growing up in a small West Texas town outside of Waco to the hustle of being a successful Hollywood actor, director, producer and Academy Award Nominated screenwriter. The bright lights of Hollywood never dimmed his passion and interest in horses, rural values and the western lifestyle. His conversation with Andrea will take you along the journey of why Taylor needed horses to bring balance in his busy life and how his interest in the western way led him to write and produce Paramount Networks hit TV series Yellowstone staring Kevin Costner. He will...2019-08-211h 28
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniSteve Ross & Andrea Fappani discusses NRHA Judging, the trends/future of Reining and what it takes to be a NRHA Judge“Multitalented” is the best description of Steve Ross and his experience in the Reining industry. Steve has been a NRHA Judge for 16 years and work all the major events. He also operates “Steve Ross Reining & Performance Horses” in Scottsdale AZ In addition to judging, coaching and training horses, Steve is also an experienced radio and broadcasting personality and can often been seen interviewing competitors and commentating from the biggest reining competitions in the world.2019-08-161h 05
Along For The Ride with Andrea FappaniAlong For The Ride With Andrea Fappani & Shawn FlaridaAlong For The Ride With Andrea Fappani are conversations in excellence. Andrea Fappani - National Reining Horse Association “NRHA” 5.7 Million Dollar Rider was born and raised in Italy and followed his dream of moving to the USA and becoming one of the all-time leading trainers in the Performance Horse industry. His focus, drive and passion for excellence not only made him the youngest NRHA million Dollar Rider, along the way he has been recognized for his ability to teach and advocate exceptional horsemanship. Andrea has understood from a young age the excellence comes from hard work, focus and a plan...2019-08-161h 19