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OQHA Past President Skip Salome Passes
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OQHA Past President Skip Salome Passes

It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we share the passing of a true legend, OQHA Past President and AAQHC Hall of Fame member Skip Salome Albert “Skip” Salome, of Newark, passed away on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. Skip was not just a familiar face at the Quarter Horse Congress; he was an integral part of its success for countless years. Having been involved with the Congress since its inception in 1967, Skip served on every OQHA committee and held every position possible, including Association President from 1993-1994, 2005-2006, and 2009-2010. Skip was also a Congress Tri-Chairman for many years, and was inducted into the Congress Hall of Fame in 2008. Skip’s presence at the Congress and within OQHA was
MOST WELL ATTENDED BANQUET IN ASSOCIATION HISTORY
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MOST WELL ATTENDED BANQUET IN ASSOCIATION HISTORY

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
OQHA HONORARY DIRECTOR WAYNE ERWIN PASSES
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OQHA HONORARY DIRECTOR WAYNE ERWIN PASSES

It is with great sorrow that we share the passing of OQHA Honorary Director Wayne Erwin. Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family during this challenging time. Wayne's legacy is marked by his positive impact on our organization and his unwavering love for his family. Wayne was a mainstay at the Congress and enjoyed sharing countless stories.  Wayne M. Erwin, 86, of Bucyrus passed away on Saturday January 20, 2024 at Altercare of Bucyrus.  Wayne was born October 19, 1937 in Bucyrus to the late Dallas and Margaret (Painter) Erwin.  He was married January 17, 1997 to Lisa (Will) Erwin who survives.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by nephew Brett Erwin. Wayne is also survived by children
OQHA Official Handbook
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OQHA Official Handbook

The Ohio Quarter Horse Association Official Handbook of By-Laws, Rules, and Regulations is updated yearly. To download the 2024 OQHA Official Handbook, please click here .    
OQHA PAST PRESIDENT AND CONGRESS HALL OF FAME MEMBER ALAN POTTS PASSES
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OQHA PAST PRESIDENT AND CONGRESS HALL OF FAME MEMBER ALAN POTTS PASSES

It is with heavy hearts that the Ohio Quarter Horse Association announces the passing of Alan R. Potts of Coschocton, on Sunday, December 10, 2023. Alan was born in Morgan County, Ohio on November 11, 1934 to the late Charles Elmer and Jessie (Fitch) Potts. He was a 1952 graduate of Pennsville High School and worked at Malta Manufacturing in Malta, Ohio before moving to Coschocton. He was employed at General Electric for 39 years and retired from there in 1995. Alan was a very accomplished horseman, beginning in his childhood. His first horse, Vicky, was a paint horse in the 1940s and the first 4-H horse project in Morgan County. He learned to rope from his brother, which led to him competing and eventually training
OQHA News Magazine
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OQHA News Magazine

Ohio Quarter Horse News is the official publication of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association and the number one resource for Ohio Quarter Horse owners, breeders, trainers, and enthusiasts.  View Ohio Quarter Horse News archives here . 2023 OHIO QUARTER HORSE WINTER MAGAZINE   2023 OHIO QUARTER HORSE FALL NEWSLETTER   2023 OHIO QUARTER HORSE SUMMER NEWSLETTER   2023 OHIO QUARTER HORSE SPRING NEWSLETTER      
Quarter Horse Congress Visits Capitol Square
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Quarter Horse Congress Visits Capitol Square

On Wednesday, October 4, Capitol Square got a taste of western culture when the All American Quarter Horse Congress paid a visit to the Ohio Statehouse, bringing four American Quarter Horses to the steps of the President William McKinley monument.  A press conference was held, featuring remarks from Lt. Governor Jon Husted, Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik, Department of Agriculture Director Brian Baldridge, and Ohio Quarter Horse Association (OQHA) CEO Dr. Scott Myers. Also in attendance were NBC4 anchor Monica Day, Ohio Expo Center General Manager Virgil Strickler and Assistant General Manager Alicia Shoults, OQHA Executive Vice President of Operations Justin Billings, OQHA President
2023 AQHYA World Show: Our Time Is Now!
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2023 AQHYA World Show: Our Time Is Now!

The Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association finished strong in Oklahoma City at this year’s AQHYA World Championship show! It was a big year for Ohio, and OQHYA sent 44 youth exhibitors and 61 horses. Ohio youth brought home a total of:             11  CHAMPION Titles             9 RESERVE CHAMPION Titles             8 BRONZE CHAMPION Titles             11 Top Five  Placings             37 Top Ten  Placings             57 Finalist Placings Here’s the breakdown:   Isabella D’Onofrio and IF IT AINT SOUTHERN:             WORLD CHAMPION: L3 Performance Geldings     Isabella D’Onofrio and WHATA MOONLITE RIDE:              RESERVE 14-18 ALL AROUND             WORLD CHAMPION: L3 Hunt Seat Equitation 14-18             RESERVE
2023 Congress Cup: A Resounding Success
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2023 Congress Cup: A Resounding Success

Under clear skies and amidst the picturesque landscapes of Sunbury, Ohio, the 3rd annual Congress Cup charity golf outing unfolded at the esteemed Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club. Organized by the Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation, this event not only provided an exceptional golfing experience but also served as a means to generate funds for Foundation scholarships. Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club set the stage for a memorable day of golf. This private course, renowned for its stunning landscapes and exceptional facilities, welcomed 19 teams for a total of 76 golfers, making it the largest and most successful golf outing to date. The team of Greg Tordoff, Chad Kaiser, Eric Wyers, and Tim Gargasz took home first place