The MFTHBA congratulates Southern Sunrises Hotshot on being named a Top 5 MFTHBA Breeding Sire. Owned by Larry Stevens of Marshfield, Missouri, Southern Sunrises Hotshot is named a Top 5 Breeding Sire for the second year in a row. Bred by Larry Stevens of Marshfield, Missouri, Southern Sunrises Hotshot is making Read more
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The MFTHBA congratulates Hollywood Playboy on being named a Top 5 MFTHBA Breeding sire. Owned by Kenneth and Carol Terry of Gainesville, Missouri, Hollywood Playboy was named a Top 5 Breeding Sire in 2014, 2016, and 2017. Bred by Lee Hackler of Alma, Arkansas, the Terry’s have owned Hollywood Playboy since Read more
Good sportsmanship is part of the tradition of equine events. Whether it is following rules and playing fair at a horses show, lending a hand to a fellow trail rider, or treating fellow equestrians with respect and courtesy, MFTHBA members exhibit good sportsmanship on a daily basis. The MFTHBA Sportsmanship Read more
To all MFTHBA members, We have had several inquiries about how the current Covid19 pandemic will affect the Three Year Old Futurity in June. As of now, we have not made any decision on any changes to the Show. Our next Board of Directors meeting is scheduled for April 14. We have asked the show […]Read more
At the March Board of Directors meeting, slight fees were approved for the upcoming year. Camper spot reservations for both MFTHBA sponsored shows will increase by $20 for the week. Golf Cart permits will increase $5. Exhibitors can expect entry fees will increase by $10 for classes with championship classes. Read more
Following the recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding the control of COVID-19, the MFTHBA Judges Committee, in conjunction with Mark Mackie, MFTHBA President, have decided to postpone the Judges Clinic scheduled for March 28, 2020, at Windwood Farms, Karen Graddy’s farm, Read more
Individuals interested in becoming an MFTHBA carded judge will have an opportunity to start the process later this month. Hosted by the MFTHBA Judges Committee, the clinic planned for March 28 in Rogersville, Missouri will assist interested individuals in starting the certification process. In addition to new Read more
Late in 2019, the MFTHBA hired a consultant to assist in the development of an improved education program for MFTHBA judges. This past weekend, the first step in that process was implemented. Anna Johnson was hired to assist the MFTHBA Judges Committee in developing the program with a focus on providing more Read more
Who will be the 2019 MFTHBA Matthew Keeter Sportsmanship Award Winner? It is time to nominate MFTHBA for this prestigious award. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines sportsmanship as “conduct (as fairness, respect for one’s opponent, and graciousness in winning or losing) becoming to one participating in a Read more
As advocates for the Missouri Fox Trotting Horse in their local area, MFTHBA affiliates are an essential part of promoting and growing the breed. In 2019, the MFTHBA Affiliate Committee undertook investigating ways to update the existing affiliate structure. Sam Gerhardt, 2019 MFTHBA Affiliate Committee Chairman Read more