The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association (MFTHBA) is pleased to announce the 2024 Fox Trot America regional winners!

Fox Trot America celebrates the versatility of the Missouri Fox Trotter by recognizing horses for hours spent under saddle, whether on trails, in parades, working cattle, or simply enjoying a ride around the pasture. Open to all registered Missouri Fox Trotters, the program encourages riders of all experience levels to log their hours and earn recognition for their efforts.

Participation in Fox Trot America is simple and rewarding. After submitting a nomination form, riders record their hours throughout the year and submit them to the MFTHBA. At the end of the year, the top five riders in each region are honored for their dedication to enjoying and promoting the Missouri Fox Trotter, and the top hour earner in each region receives a gift from the MFTHBA. Beyond the awards, participants benefit from setting personal riding goals, strengthening the bond with their horses, and becoming part of a supportive community of Fox Trotter enthusiasts.

The MFTHBA congratulates this year’s Fox Trot America regional winners:

Region 1

1. Fancy Blue Angel – Sandra Lange
2. Danney Joe’s Dual Command – Cathy Olson
3. Sinatra’s Mocha – Camille Wood
4. Jubalation’s Santa Fe Sundance – Kristi Thompson
5. Jubalations Santa Fe Six Gun – Rod Thompson

Region 2

1. Tri-Mi Memphis Blues – Michael Huntsman
2. The Midnight Cajun Queen – Leslie Lingle
3. Casseys Kiss Me Faithfully – Deja Schweitzer
4. Buck N My Way FFR – Michael Huntsman
5. My T Sophie FFR – Michael Huntsman

Region 3

1. Stryker’s She Daisy RLF – Cynthia Natzke
2. Pirate’s Royal Gold VS – Kenneth Natzke
3. American Justice 3DR – James Hinderman
4. Luck Be A Lady – Pam Lynn
5. Copper’s Comet – Cathy Cumberworth

Region 4

1. MSG Tinker’s Southern Belle – Margaret St. Germain
2. Lady’s Bailey Brown – Sharon Bailey
3. Legend’s Back In Black – Patricia Potts
4. Vision’s Enduring Freedom – Jakob Benson
5. Cecil SM – Carole Sharp

Region 5

1. Fifty Shades of Dun – Michelle Rager
2. Dawns Sunrise – Lori Caldwell
3. I’ll Do It Again – Jessica Johnson
4. Patriot’s Rusty Nail – Laura Hudson
5. Pride of Paula – Cherilyn Lang

Region 6

1. Shimmers Ebony Bones D – David Giardina
2. Romeo’s Dream of Juliet GB – Tony Giardina
3. Cardinal’s Red Rooster – Sherri Beasley
4. Legend’s Blazie – Dawn Toler
5. Hollywood’s Pistol Annie – Charles Ramsey

Region 7

1. Missouri Gold Traveler-SS – Karen Jackson
2. Cam’s Red Lady – Carol Kitchen
3. Comanche’s Sweet Willow – Carol Kitchen
4. Reinbow’s Chief Color Maker – Belinda Sands
5. Classy Southern Perfection AP – Karen Jackson

Region 8

1. Missouri’s Mojo – Mary L. Smith
2. Echo’s Gold Caesar C – Lisa Wood
3. CC’s Touch Of Smoke – Robin Martensen
4. CCs Blaze N Boots – Robin Martensen
5. Rader Little Willow – Kathy Kruch

Region 9

1. Playboy’s Rambler Shadow – Lynn McCabe
2. Fox’s Butterscotch Susie – Mary Verzwyvelt
3. Heavens to Betsy Z – Donna Goodman
4. One Hot Momma – Wayne Goodman
5. Johnson’s Snowflake – Therese Duval

Region 10

1. Undercover – James Fitzpatrick
2. Elinor’s Southern Rhythm – Allen Smith
3. Me And My Shadow – Carol Smith
4. Outta Tyme – Carolyn Fitzpatrick
5. Phantom’s Golden Opportunity – Mary W. Smith

Get Involved in Fox Trot America!

If you love riding your Missouri Fox Trotter, Fox Trot America is a great way to set goals, track your progress, and earn recognition for the time you spend in the saddle. Whether you ride for leisure, competition, or work, every hour counts toward your total.

Interested in joining next year’s competition? Visit mfthba.com/forms-and-downloads/trail-ride-forms/ for more details on participating and logging your hours today!