Meet the BOD: Kevin Smith
When Kevin Smith’s daughter asked for a horse of her own three decades ago, Kevin had no idea his life was about to change.
30 rule change proposals passed following 2026 APHA Leadership Gathering
State directors passed 30 rule change proposals following the 2026 APHA Leadership Gathering; most will go into effect January 1, 2027.
Steve Meadows wins 2026 Markel/APHA Professional Horseman of the Year
A Markel/APHA Professional Horseman since 2020, Steve Meadows is a committed trainer, coach, clinician and judge.
Four round out 2026 APHA Board of Directors
Rachel Kooiker, Meredith Landy, Mark Reisinger & Adam Wainscott were elected to 2026 APHA Board of Directors positions on March 1.
Former Distinguished Service Award winner Peggy Gilbert passes
Lifetime APHA member and former Distinguished Service Award winner Peggy Gilbert died February 20, 2026. She was 89. A horsewoman since age 13, Peggy’s first horse was a gaited Pinto. The mare’s colorful markings helped spark Peggy’s interest in the fledgling American Paint Horse Association in the early 1960s. Daughter Beth French says Peggy was […]
2027 European Show Seminar heads to Spain
Join us in Spain for the 2027 European Show Seminar, January 22–24, 2027, presented by APHA, AQHA, NRHA, NRCHA and NSBA.
Paul Garrett tapped for 2026 APHA Distinguished Service Award
As the 2026 APHA Distinguished Service Award winner, Paul Garrett will be honored June 25 at the APHA Hall of Fame & Awards Ceremony.
Six tapped as 2026 new international APHA judges
Congratulations to 2026 new international APHA judges Dora Gocze, Francois Guyot, Barbara Hengge, Elodie Mangeot-Reeb, Andrea Momesso and Anna-Alisa Samse.
2026 Paul Harber Racing Distinguished Service Award goes to Jamie Howard
The award is presented February 28 in appreciation for Jamie’ Howards outstanding contributions to the Paint racing industry.
Meet the Board: Karen Banister
Elected to the APHA Board of Directors in 2024, Karen is a Swiss Army knife, offering varied perspectives that help shape decision making.