Meet the Board: Mark Reisinger
Mark Reisinger is carrying on the Paint Horse breeding legacy established by his father while making an impact as a member of the APHA board.
The Rundown: Delena Doyle
Delena Doyle of Stephenville, Texas, has been an APHA judge since 1987. Get to know this expert official and what makes her tick.
Markel/APHA Professional Horsemen foster success at the 2026 World Show
Serving as positive role models for the rest of the APHA community, Markel/APHA Professional Horsemen help foster a welcoming and competitive environment at events like the APHA World Show.
Congratulations to Paint World 2026 all-around champions
Top exhibitors made their mark as 2026 All-Around Champions at the APHA World Show June 19–July 4, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas.
Clara Smith’s “Confidant” wins PHJ 60th Anniversary Cover Art Contest
A beautiful tovero mare and her cowgirl partner—painted by artist Clara Smith—rose to the top of the Paint Horse Journal’s 60th Anniversary Cover Art Contest. As the winning artist Clara Smith’s “Confidant” will grace the Winter issue of the Paint Horse Journal as the storied APHA flagship publication embarks on its sixth decade dedicated to showcasing the stories and spirit of the American Paint Horse and the people who love them.
2027 European Show Seminar set for Sitges, Spain
The 2027 European Show Seminar takes place January 22–24 at the Hotel Sunway Playa Golf & Spa in Sitges, just south of Barcelona.
‘A dream come true’ for Stetson Schmutz
Stetson Schmutz has dreamed about competing at the APHA World Show since childhood—and now that it’s a reality, he’s not letting go.
Golden opportunities for Maeva Tridon & Jackie Daniels
Armed with big dreams and an even bigger support system, 16-year-old Maeva Tridon of France embarked on a golden opportunity at the 2026 APHA World Championship Show.
Gloria Maillard Haid: A World Show 24 years in the making
With childhood dreams that remained undeterred, Gloria Maillard Haid finally made her World Show debut aboard Mr Cool Zippo.
Five inducted into APHA Hall of Fame
Five distinguished horsemen and Paint Horses were inducted into the APHA Hall of Fame on June 25, 2026, in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments and contributions to the American Paint Horse Association.