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Joins the NRHA Corporate Partner Family YOUTHRHF Extends Merit Scholarship Deadline to July 1 SHOWSMany Ways to Win at the 6666 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel Posts Posted on May 13, 2024 2024 CINCH NRHyA Speaking Contest CINCH and the National Reining Horse Youth Association are proud to again offer the CINCH Speaking Contest at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel. Not only is CINCH continuing to offer increased scholarship opportunities for youth members, but each participant will also receive products. CINCH is proud to once again support the NRHyA Speaking Contest in its initiative to offer opportunities to some outstanding young individuals,” said Cassi Nichols, CINCH Marketing Coordinator. CINCH appreciates the efforts of NRHA staff to offer industry-driven opportunities and rewards for the next generation.” This annual event serves as an opportunity for NRHyA members, regardless of age, to increase their skills and earn scholarship dollars. NRHyA is a program funded through the Reining Horse Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. RHF scholarships offered across several NRHyA programs will exceed $70,000 in 2024. Participants will be divided into two age groups, 13 & Under and 14-18. The three categories will be Delivering A: General, Prepared Public Speaking, and Community Service Presentation. In the Delivering A: General, contestants recite A: General, a guide to judging reining horses and a hallmark of the NRHA Handbook. Prepared Public Speaking involves contestants delivering a five-to-eight-minute speech on either a leadership or equestrian topic. Lastly, the Community Service Presentation allows participants to create an eight-to-10-minute presentation showcasing a completed community service project. To enter, participants must fill out this form by June 1 Scholarships for the 2024 NRHyA CINCH Speaking Contest: Age 14-18 Delivering A: General 1st place: $700 2nd place: $200 Prepared Public Speaking 1st place: $700 2nd place: $200 Community Service Presentation 1st place: $700 2nd place: $200 Age 13 & Under Delivering A: General 1st place: $700 2nd place: $200 Prepared Public Speaking 1st place: $700 2nd place: $200 Community Service Presentation 1st place: $700 2nd place: $200 2023 NRHyA CINCH Speaking Contest Winners: Age 14-18 Delivering A: General 1st place, Isabelle Hildebrandt: $700 2nd place, Lilian Roush: $200 Prepared Public Speaking 1st place, Lilian Roush: $700 2nd place, Emma Klug: $200 Community Service Presentation 1st place, Adrianna Runzo: $700 2nd place, Chloe Hansen: $200 Age 13 & Under Delivering A: General 1st place, John ‘JG’ Codell: $700 2nd place, Millie Jean Piper: $200 Prepared Public Speaking 1st place, Wade Kiser: $700 2nd place, Presley Timmerman: $200 Community Service Presentation 1st place, Cavannah Hansen: $700 Posted on May 13, 2024 Elections Nominations Due June 1 Are you interested in: Giving back to the sport of reining Influencing decisions made at the board level Growing your network Building your reputation as a leader If so, you may wish to consider pursuing a nomination to be added to this year’s ballot or supporting another member to become a candidate. NOMINATIONS ARE DUE JUNE 1, 2024 (Received in the office by Monday, June 3) SEATS UP FOR ELECTION (All are two-year terms starting in 2025) Vice President: Followed by a two-year term as President Director-At-Large on the Executive Committee Director (One seat for each North American region listed below): Mountain (currently Drake Johnson, has reached term limit) Southeast (currently Karen Shedlauskas) Southwest (currently Ginger Schmersal, has reached term limit) Canada (Currently Andre De Bellefeuille) HOW TO NOMINATE: Affiliates in North American Regions may nominate candidates for the respective open seats. Any eligible member may become a candidate through a write-in process for any open seat. More information on this process and official elections contacts can be found at nrha.com/elections . Posted on May 3, 2024 Morton Buildings, Inc. Joins the National Reining Horse Association Corporate Partner Family The National Reining Horse Association is proud to welcome Morton Buildings, Inc., to its Corporate Partner family. Morton Buildings will be present at the NRHA 6666 Derby presented by Markel and the NRHA Futurity and Adequan® North American Affiliate Championships. They will also sponsor the NRHA Top 20 Owners and contribute a prize package for the leading owner of 2024. Morton Buildings is a nationwide leader in post-frame manufacturing and construction with over 120 years in business. Morton Buildings has grown to over 100 construction centers throughout the United States and provides buildings for a broad range of industries and usages – equestrian stall barns & indoor and covered riding arenas, hay and machinery storage, garages & hobby shops, and commercial buildings such as office warehouses, personal storage units, and more. One thing has been at the core of the business throughout these years – to provide a better-quality, better-looking building. I was thrilled to hear of the partnership with Morton,” says NRHA Assistant Commissioner Christa Morris-Stone. I grew up knowing the Morton name and when my husband and I were looking for someone to build a barn for us a few years ago, they were who we chose. We knew they would stand behind their materials and construction for the long haul. Our barn went up so quickly and smoothly, and their staff were wonderful! I love that NRHA is partnering with them, and I suggest talking with them on your next building project.” Our team at Morton Buildings is excited about this partnership,” states Dennis Lee, Equestrian Product Line Manager. Morton and NRHA both have long and rich histories of serving those in the equine and ranching industries. We are committed to top-quality craftsmanship and providing the best-in-class product for those striving to be top of their class. We look forward to partnering with NRHA as the premier builder of equine structures focused on safety, functionality, and style for the care of their members’ equine companions.” Keeping horses safe is a number one priority when constructing a new equestrian barn, riding arena, or run-in shelter,” states Lee. Equine owners also need a functional building that is durable and can withstand the demands of their equine companions.” Morton buildings are custom designed for each customer’s unique needs and are built to keep horses safe, be functional for daily use, and be stylish for the owner’s property. Morton Buildings is a vertically integrated company – they design, manufacture, deliver, construct, and service the warranty on the building. All the employees are...