Kurt Crawford tapped as CEO for APHA’s family of brands
Kurt Crawford will guide APHA’s family of brands with a blend of leadership, industry insight and collaboration to deliver meaningful value to members worldwide.
Partyn Overtime named MVP at 2026 IEA Dressage National Finals
Talented performer Partyn Overtime earned “Most Valuable Paint” honors at the 2026 IEA Dressage National Finals. The award is presented by APHA to honor top Paint Horses performing at Intercollegiate Equestrian Association national championships.
Mike Hachtel joins NSBA Quarter Million Dollar Club
Markel/APHA Professional Horseman Mike Hachtel reached the milestone of winning more than $250,000 in lifetime NSBA earnings in May 2026.
APHA welcomes Chewy Equine as a new corporate partner
A leader in pet food supplies and healthcare, Chewy, Inc. joined forces with APHA as the association’s newest corporate partner.
High customer ratings continue in 2026 MemberCare Satisfaction Survey
The 2026 MemberCare Satisfaction Survey demonstrated strong ongoing satisfaction, with ratings landing in the 70th-80th percentiles.
2026 NRBC sees 140 vie for nearly $40,000 Chrome Cash
The 2026 NRBC Chrome Cash paid nearly $40,000 to Paints, including Golden Coins, Custom Dreams, Ruf Jewels & Stoppingforstarbucks.
Ready, Aim, Fire: 2026 APHF Aim For Impact
Benefitting the American Paint Horse Foundation, the Aim For Impact Clay Shoot took place April 25, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas.
APHA & NCHA debut new horseIQ cutting horse education & judging module
APHA and NCHA have new educational content for cutting enthusiasts on horseIQ, showcasing what judges consider in the sport of cutting.
Over $18,000 Chrome Cash paid at 2026 NRCHA Stallion Stakes
Paints cashed in at the 2026 NRCHA Stallion Stakes, where $18,320 was paid to top-scoring APHA horses through Chrome Cash incentives.
Chrome Cash pays nearly $300,000 at 2026 NCHA Super Stakes
Chrome Cash payouts grew by 17% at the 2026 NCHA Super Stakes, rewarding Paint Horses for top scores at the March 18–April 13 cutting event.