FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August
30, 2005 Contact: Kristina
Gardner (817) 244-6188 x 121
Renewed contract keeps members in mind with top quality
awards
(Fort Worth, TX) — For more than two decades, Gist Silversmiths of Placerville, California, has worked closely with the National Cutting Horse Association. Millions of dollars worth of unique, handcrafted buckles and merchandise has proudly been awarded to NCHA members during this time. The recently announced three-year extension of Gist’s sponsorship with the NCHA contract ensures that the association’s members will continue to receive the top-notch awards they deserve for their continued effort and hard work.
“Gist is known for their quality workmanship and unique style,” said Jeff Hooper, Executive Director of NCHA. “With Gist’s continued support we will be able to keep on rewarding our members with handcrafted trophy buckles that they will be proud to display for years to come.”
The history of Gist Silversmiths includes more than 30 years experience creating custom, handcrafted buckles and jewelry to suit all types of tastes and preferences. Products include buckles and jewelry, as well as other custom accessories including bits, spurs and saddle plaques. Customers include world champion cutters, entertainment celebrities, political dignitaries, major sporting events, as well as discriminating individuals seeking a one of a kind gift.
According to the new contract, Gist Silversmiths will sponsor the following NCHA Events:
NCHA
World Finals – Amarillo, TX – February
Wayne
Hodges / Outlaw Conversions * NCHA Eastern National Championships – Jackson, MS
– March
Super
Stakes and Super Stakes Classic – Ft. Worth, TX – March/April
Wayne
Hodges / Outlaw Conversions * NCHA Western National Championships – Ogden, UT –
April
Summer
Cutting Spectacular – Ft. Worth, TX – July
World
Championship Futurity – Ft. Worth, TX – December
In addition to the 6 major events, Gist will also sponsor the annual Lucchese / NCHA Weekend Shows by donating a $200 gift certificate to each of the (25) weekend cutting locations
Gist’s quality merchandise can be found at fine western stores throughout the country. The complete line of Gist Silversmiths’ buckles, jewelry and accessories are located online at the company’s website: www.gistsilversmiths.com.
The National Cutting Horse Association is made up of 16,000 members across the United States with a wide range of backgrounds. The sport of cutting has roots in Western ranching traditions, where good horses were a necessity for everyday ranch work and cattle handling. From cowgirls to CEOs, from firefighters to professional football players, the common ground is often in the cutting arena. Each year more than 2,200 NCHA-approved events are held throughout the country with more than $35 million in prize money awarded.
For more information about the NCHA or the sport of cutting, please call 817-244-6188 or logon to www.nchacutting.com.
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