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Welcome to the National Cutting Horse Association's E-Chatter newsletter. We'll be bringing the latest NCHA news direct to your inbox every other week.
Champions Crowned at Millennium NCHA Eastern Nationals
Seven titles have already been decided at the Millennium Industries/NCHA Eastern National Championships which runs through Saturday in Jackson, Mississippi.
Here's a look at the winners so far:
The latest scores are posted on the web, as well as frequent updates in the popular Daily Chatter newsletter.
North Mississippi Leads AQHA/NCHA Affiliate Challenge
The North Mississippi CHA has racked up more than 900 points to lead the AQHA/NCHA Affiliate Challenge at the Millennium Trailers NCHA Eastern National Championships. The AQHA will pay $54,000 to NCHA Affiliates again this spring under the exciting program at the Millennium Trailers Eastern and Western National Championships at Jackson, Mississippi, and Ogden, Utah, respectively.
Western National Championships Approaching
The deadline for entries to the Millennium Industries / NCHA Western National Championships is April 2. The show runs from May 1-9 in Ogden, Utah.
2004 Western Horseman Cup Standings
EE Ranches' Cat Ichi, ridden by Guy Woods, remains in first place in the Open standings of this year's Western Horseman Cup race with 235 points. Miss Woody Two Shoes, ridden by Lloyd Cox for Lannie Louise Mecom, has moved into second with 175 points.
In Non-Pro competition, Wesley Galyean of Ardmore, Oklahoma, has jumped to the front with 265 points earned on Merada Quick Peppier and Hi Kitty Kitty. Scott Ferguson is next with 210 points.
Membership Renewals Overdue
The grace period for 2004 membership renewals ended March 1. Earnings will be pulled on all owners and/or riders whose membership is not current when they show. If you have not renewed your membership, you will not receive the April Cutting Horse Chatter. Renew now.
Super Stakes Draw on Friday
The draw for the NCHA Super Stakes will be held Friday, March 19. Working orders will be posted on the internet
by Saturday, March 20.
Watch the NCHA Super Stakes Live!
DISH Network will offer a live, pay-per-view telecast of the NCHA Super Stakes on April 18. The $19.95 show will feature live coverage of the Open finals, plus highlights of Non-Pro competition.
Super Stakes Sale on the Calendar
There's still time to consign a horse to Western Bloodstock's NCHA Super Stakes Sale to be held at Will Rogers Equestrian Center in Fort Worth, Texas, on April 17 and 18. The deadline for consignments is March 15. Call (817) 594-9210 for more information.
Everybody is welcome to the Stallion Owners Appreciation Breakfast, sponsored by NCHA on Saturday morning, April 17 in Watt Arena.
Big Payout at Millionheir and Suncoast Winter Championship
Following his win in the NCHA Futurity in December, Craig Morris captured the inaugural MillionHeir Derby held in conjunction with the Suncoast Winter Championship in Las Vegas. Morris rode Bobby and Franci Butler's Movin Downtown to a 221.5-point win worth $300,000.
Mark Pearson scored 221 in the MillionHeir Non-Pro event to earn $150,000 with MH Touch Of Ultimo.
Bonanza Cutting
Woody Be Lucky, ridden by Don Crumpler won the 4-year-old Open event at the Bonanza Cutting in Abilene, Texas, which concluded Sunday. Cindy Smith captured the 4-year-old Non-Pro on Macho Little Lena.
Gist Provides Gift Certificates at Aged Events
All NCHA-approved limited age events with added money in excess of $10,000 will receive a Gist Silversmiths gift certificate to be used to purchase trophy awards for their event.
For more information on this promotion please contact Megan Darnell or Clay Murray at the NCHA office.
Futurity, Summer Spectacular Payments Due
The third payment for the NCHA Futurity needs to be postmarked no later than March 25, ($100). The second payment for the NCHA Summer Cutting Spectacular is due April 1.
The Race Is on in 2004
Georgia and David Husby's Flickacat, ridden by Chubby Turner is sitting in first place with $13,827 in the 2004 Open standings. But 2003 World Champion Hollywood Nus Bar, ridden by Robert Rust for David Plummer, is a close second.
In the Non-Pro standings, six-time World Champion Mary Jo Milner holds the lead over Wade Rust.
Sean Ryon continues his ride with NCHA
Continued relationship with Sean Ryon will provide trophy saddles to NCHA participants
Sean Ryon Western Store and Saddle Shop of Fort Worth will continue its commitment to National Cutting Horse Association members in the next three years under an agreement announced this week. Sean Ryon’s will provide trophy saddles to the NCHA Super Stakes, NCHA Summer Cutting Spectacular and NCHA Summer Youth Scholarship Cutting champions.
The agreement includes a total of 12 trophy saddles to be awarded by Sean Ryon during the NCHA Super Stakes and Summer Cutting Spectacular. The agreement also includes two saddles to be awarded to the champions of the National Youth Cutting Horse Association’s Scholarship Cutting held during the Summer Cutting Spectacular.
“The NYCHA program is a great youth program,” said Sean Ryon. “This is a great way to stay involved with that program. In the past, the association has had to pay for the scholarship cutting saddles, and now they will be awarding some of the best saddles on the market.”
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Affiliate Spotlight
The Iowa Cutting Horse Association has nine shows scheduled this year from March 20-21 at through November 6-7. Tom Swab of Marshalltown is the Iowa CHA's president; Dave Borness of Decorah is vice president; Sharon Kirchner of Clarinda is secretary and Jim Randall of Mondamin is treasurer, while Diane Borness handles the newsletter.
Get a Break on Breeding Fees with NYCHA Stallion Service Program
Why spend more for breeding fees if you don’t have to? We’ve moved into the second phase of the NYCHA Stallion Service Program, and all remaining breedings can be purchased on a first-come, first-served basis for 60% of the advertised breeding fees. We have many great breedings still available including stallions by Doc's Hickory, Peppy San Badger and Gray's Starlight. Here’s a look at some of the breedings we have available for purchase – Allmytroublesareover, Bill The Cutter, Its Just About Me, Lucky Little Lena, Kodo, Paid By Chic, Peppy Plays For Cash. To purchase any of the remaining breedings, contact Danette McGuire, NCHA Youth Coordinator, at (817) 244-6188 ext 125. All proceeds benefit the National Youth Cutting Horse Association.
For more information, contact Danette McGuire.
Youth events scheduled for Western National Championships
The ever popular, youth team cutting will once again be held at the Western National Championships in Ogden, Utah on Saturday, May 1, 2004 (following the youth go-rounds and the finals). The contest requires a team of four youth cutters to dress up in their most creative costumes. All four team members’ scores are combined for a team score; prizes are awarded to the highest team score and best-dressed team. Lots of fun and prizes for everyone but we’ll only accept 8 teams so get your entry in early. We also need youth members to serve as announcer, secretary, herd settlers and turnback help. Call or email Danette McGuire to sign up.
Trainer Directory Deadline
The deadline for inclusion in the Trainer Directory is April 1. Trainers should ensure that their address and telephone number is current and that the $10 trainer fee is paid for the trainer's directory.
Need a Guide?
If you're an NCHA member who needs another copy of the popular Guide to Cutting that mailed with the January issue of Cutting Horse Chatter, or if you're not a member and you want to find out more about cutting, help is just a click away. The 64-page magazine is packed with information for cutters of all levels of ability.
Advertising Deadlines
The deadline for advertising in the May issue of Cutting Horse Chatter is April 1. The deadline for advertising in the Western National Championships Program is March 26. Contact Shawn McCoy (817) 244-6188, ext. 160 to reserve your space.
Now you can get special full color business card-size ads in NCHA's Show Programs at a special, affordable rate. Contact Aleasha Dugan (817) 244-6188, ext. 107, for details.
"T" Time
With summer just around the corner, it's time to update your t-shirt wardrobe at Tioga Territory. This ladies scoop neck shirt features a center front nailhead and rhinestone NCHA cutter with calf. Available Sizes: Small through X-Large.
Earnings and Eligibility
Beginning with the 2005 point year, horse and rider earnings gained in non-NCHA competition will be considered in determining eligibility for restricted classes.
"In the past, it has been possible for a horse to show extensively outside of NCHA and still be eligible for our novice classes," said NCHA Executive Director Jeff Hooper. "We are working with Equi-Stat and other organizations, such as the American Cutting Horse Association and the Australian Cutting Horse Association, to recognize non-NCHA earnings for eligibility purposes beginning with the 2005 point year."
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