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A beautiful day and gorgeous weather set the stage for participants to trade their boots for golf shoes and Battle for the Buckle at the 6th annual  Congress Cup  charity golf outing. Organized by the  Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation and hosted at Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club , the event delivered a first-class experience while raising funds to support the Foundation's annual scholarship program. The Congress Cup is made possible through the generous sponsorship of the Martz Family. With its stunning scenery and outstanding amenities, the private Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club provided the perfect setting for a memorable day on the course. The Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation was also honored to welcome Ohio Department

It may have been a chilly day by Ohio summer standards, but that didn’t stop OQHA members from gathering for the association’s annual picnic, generously hosted once again by J.L. and Penny Robinson of Bellefontaine!   A longtime favorite tradition, the OQHA picnic welcomed nearly 100 members, families, and friends for an evening filled with great food, fellowship, and fun. Guests enjoyed a delicious meal from Boo’s Kitchen of Delaware, making for the perfect setting to catch up and celebrate another busy season. Following dinner, members of the Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association met to discuss plans for the remainder of the summer, including their upcoming trip to Oklahoma City for the AQHYA World Show.

California native Casey Dallas Devitt, 66 of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, husband of April “Claus” Devitt, passed away suddenly on Friday, December 5, 2025 in Oklahoma City. He was born in Riverside, California on April 12, 1959, to the late Dallas Royce Clark and Marilyn Carruthers Devitt.   Casey was a respected judge (AQHA, APHA, NSBA, and WCHA) who officiated at many of the nation's premier horse shows, including the AQHA Open and Amateur World Championship Show, the AQHA Select Amateur World Championship Show, the NSBA World Championship Show, the APHA World Championship Show and the All-American Quarter Horse Congress.   Beyond judging, Casey served the industry as a Show Steward, Show Manager, Show

The Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association took on Oklahoma City for the 2025 AQHYA World Championship Show, and definitely brought some hardware back to the Buckeye State! Ohio youth brought home a total of:            9   CHAMPION  Titles            9   RESERVE CHAMPION  Titles            5   BRONZE CHAMPION  Titles         17   Top Five  Placings         25  Top Ten  Placings         28   Finalist  Placings Ohio Quarter Horse also took home FIRST PLACE in the Scrapbook Contest, SECOND PLACE in the Justin Boots Contest and OVERALL WINNER of the Team Spirit Award! Here’s the breakdown:   Emily Craft and GOOD MISS CADILLAC CHAMPION: Level 1 Trail 14-18 Kylie Davis and UNDRESSED N RADICAL WORLD CHAMPION: Level 3 Working Hunter WORLD

What started with rain quickly turned into a beautiful day for participants to Battle for the Buckle at the 5th annual  Congress Cup charity golf outing. Organized by the  Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation  and held at  Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club , the event not only provided a world-class experience, but also served as a means to generate funds for the annual Foundation scholarships. The Congress Cup event is generously sponsored by the Martz Family. Rattlesnake Ridge provided the ideal backdrop for the day; a private course, renowned for its gorgeous landscapes and exceptional amenities. The outing saw a total of 24 registered teams and generous sponsorship support, both setting new records for the Congress

It was another incredible year for OQHA members and their families at the 2025 OQHA Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet. Held at the Hilton Downtown Columbus on Saturday, February 8, the attendance numbers shattered association records with over 530 people in attendance to celebrate the accomplishments of exhibitors! The Ohio Quarter Horse Association Board of Directors began the day with their annual meeting, reviewing 2024 and recognizing the service of the board members, past presidents, and honorary directors. The AQHA Most Valuable Professional award, an achievement voted on by Ohio directors, was awarded to Lynne Puthoff of West Milton, Ohio. Closing the meeting, the new board of directors and leadership

With perfect weather, a beautiful course, and a worthy cause, the 4th annual  Congress Cup charity golf outing was one for the books as participants "Battled for the Buckle." Organized by the Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation and held at  Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club in Sunbury, Ohio, the event not only provided a world-class experience, but also served as a means to generate funds for the annual Foundation scholarships. Rattlesnake Ridge provided the ideal backdrop for the day; a private course, renowned for its gorgeous landscapes and exceptional amenities. The outing saw a total of 20 registered teams and generous sponsorship support, both setting new records for the Congress Cup.  OQHF also welcomed special

OQHA members escaped the heat last week at IronGate Equestrian Center for the annual summer picnic. Held Monday, June 17, the picnic was once again a favorite event for members and their families, with well over 100 guests in attendance. Sharing good food and fellowship, the summer event provided an opportunity for folks to get out of the summer heat but still enjoy time with friends. After dinner, the Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association met and discussed their plans for the rest of the summer, including their upcoming trips to the YES Conference in Amarillo, Texas, and the AQHYA World Show in Oklahoma City, Okla. Youth members also held the drawing for their annual fundraiser; this year they held a raffle and raised

The 17th annual Ohio Quarter Horse Association Trail Ride took place on Saturday, June 15, at Creek Side Horse Park in Waynesburg, Ohio. This year’s event was a success, drawing over 1,000 entries and setting a new attendance record. Participants enjoyed a combination of trail ride and Mt Trail Challenge, exploring Ohio woodlands through guided and self-guided rides. Following the day’s activities, attendees gathered for meals, live music, and both silent and live auctions. OQHA CEO Justin Billings, OQHA Director Todd Salome, and OQHA Queen Sidney Hawk were present to support the event and assist with the awards ceremony. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to this unforgettable

Thank you to the OQHA Family for an unforgettable 2024 Banquet! Held at the Hilton Downtown Columbus on Saturday, February 3, the OQHA Annual Meetings and Awards Banquet was the most well-attended in association history. The Ohio Quarter Horse Association Board of Directors started the day with their annual meeting to review 2023 and plan for the new year, as well as install the newly elected and appointed directors. The AQHA Most Valuable Professional award was presented to Art O'Brien, voted on by his OQHA peers. The Ohio Amateur Quarter Horse Association and the Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association also met and discussed their year, as well as installed their new directors and officers. Following the conclusion