OQHA News

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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

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

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

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

The members of the Ohio Quarter Horse Association (OQHA) have wasted no time in making the most of the summer of 2023! With a multitude of shows organized by OQHA affiliates, the association has already hosted several successful events, setting the tone for an action-packed season. One highlight was the annual picnic, held at the picturesque IronGate Equestrian Center in Hartford, Ohio, on Monday, June 19. The event drew an impressive turnout of over 100 guests who enjoyed a tasty spread of hamburgers, hot dogs, and bratwursts prepared by the IronGate team. OQHA members contributed to the feast with a wide variety of delicious side dishes and desserts. While the picnic was in full swing, the Ohio Quarter Horse

The Congress Cup is an annual golf outing hosted by the Ohio Quarter Horse Foundation to benefit the scholarship fund for OQHA youth members. Held at Rattlesnake Ridge Golf Club, 1 Rattlesnake Drive, Sunbury, Ohio, the Congress Cup is scheduled for Thursday, July 13 with a shotgun start at 9:00am. How do I register? Registration is simple and online. Pay $200 for a single player or $600 for a team of 4. Visit the Congress Cup website today to get signed up!   Become a Sponsor Become a sponsor to make an even greater impact for OQHA youth. Options include Event Sponsorships, Exclusive Hole Sponsorships, and much more. Or just make a general donation. Visit the Congress Cup store today to see how you can make a difference

In February, the OQHA Annual Meetings and Awards Banquet was held at the newly renovated Hilton Downtown Columbus, now the largest hotel in Ohio.   The Ohio Quarter Horse Association Board of Directors and members met for their annual meeting to recap the 2022 year and install the newly elected and appointed directors. During the meeting, Missy Thyfault was presented with the AQHA Most Valuable Professional award, voted on by her OQHA peers. The Ohio Quarter Horse Youth Association and the Ohio Amateur Quarter Horse Association also met and presented their plans for the 2023 year.   Following the conclusion of the annual meetings, the Ohio affiliates sponsored a hospitality room to present awards and provide

The Ohio Quarter Horse Association is saddened to announce the passing of long-time member Dr. Kathleen Lennon on Monday, March 13th. Kathleen was an intricate part of the Quarter Horse industry throughout her horse show career, as well as an advocate for equine welfare as a veterinarian.    Kathleen grew up in Amston, Connecticut, where she began her involvement in the quarter horse industry. She then attended Purdue University, earning first a Bachelor of Applied Science in Animal Science before attending veterinary school at Purdue as well. Upon graduation, Kathleen worked for many top veterinarians around the country, including Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital, Hassinger Equine Sports Medicine,