2025 APHA Western National Show goes big in Vegas
Almost 1,800 total entries and 229 horses descended on Las Vegas Oct. 30–Nov. 2 for the 2025 APHA Western National Championship Show.
PBRIP partners with NBHA to add $14,000 for Paints to 2026 barrel racing events
The PBRIP-NBHA deal brings multiple $5,000- and $500-added sidepots for Paints to barrel racing world championships and other events.
Chrome Cash sets records at the 2025 NRHA European Derby
With over 100 entries at the 2025 NRHA European Futurity, 12-year-old Emanuel Gebert stole the show with Spooksgottacoolstep.
Paints add chrome to 2025 USDF All-Breeds Awards
APHA honored Custom League Investd, Dakotas Runing Bear & Tru Perfect Blend as part of the 2025 USDF All-Breed Awards.
Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering wins 2025 Best of Western Horseman Runner-Up
The Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering was honored for its exceptional efforts to make a lasting impact on the Western industry.
Kurt Crawford appointed interim CEO for APHA’s family of brands
Kurt Crawford will lead APHA as the association’s interim chief executive officer, effective November 17, 2025.
Color Bonus & Open payouts coming to Paynt Points in 2026
Color Bonus & Open payouts coming to Paynt Points in 2026 APHA’s Paynt Points incentive program is expanding in 2026 to include payouts for Open points and a Color Bonus for eligible, obviously marked Paint Horses. Beginning January 1, 2026, all points earned in APHA-approved competitions—Open, Amateur, Youth, Novice and Walk-Trot—will generate twice-a-year Paynt Points […]
Allyson Pennington leads APHA’s MemberCare team
Allyson Pennington leads APHA’s MemberCare team Article & photo by Kinley Humphries Veteran APHA staff member Allyson Pennington is taking the reins of APHA’s MemberCare team. As MemberCare director and show approval/show results manager, Allyson will coordinate the association’s team that processes most APHA business transactions while continuing to coordinate show processing, results and approvals. […]
Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering named Best Cowboy Music Gathering by True West magazine
Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering named Best Cowboy Music Gathering by True West magazine With roots rich in Western swing and cowboy music, the Red Steagall Cowboy Gathering was named “Best Cowboy Music Gathering for 2026” by True West magazine. The “Best of the West” award announcement comes on the heels of the 34th annual Red […]
Achievements unlocked at the 6th Annual PAC World Championship E-Show
Achievements unlocked at 2025 PAC World Championship E-Show This fall, APHA’s Paint Alternative Competition Program hosted its 6th Annual PAC World Championship E-Show, utilizing the innovative APHA E-Shows platform. The event opened August 1 and concluded October 20, 2025. Exhibitors practiced and filmed their patterns throughout August, September and October, recording their performances and sharing […]