High Point Program
MFTHBA Show Recognition Programs
Partner With Us to Promote the Missouri Fox Trotter
The Missouri Fox Trotting Horse Breed Association offers multiple programs that celebrate the versatility and accomplishments of our horses and the people who show them. One of the most exciting opportunities is participation in the Horse Show National High Point Program, which recognizes members who promote the Missouri Fox Trotter in the show ring across many disciplines.
Whether your event is large or small, local or regional, the MFTHBA offers two ways your show can participate and connect with our members: Recognized Shows and Point Shows.
These programs are designed to support event organizers, grow participation, and ensure Missouri Fox Trotting Horses receive the recognition they deserve.
Links to the application packets are provided below.
Why Participate?
When your show partners with the MFTHBA, you receive promotion and support while helping document the achievements of Missouri Fox Trotting Horses.
Participating shows receive:
- Listing on the MFTHBA event calendar
- Promotion through social media, email, and text messages
- Opportunity to share show announcements and post-show highlights
- Official recording of results in horse records
- Automatic Medal Program credit for participating horses
Most importantly, you help create more opportunities for people to show and enjoy the Missouri Fox Trotter.
Recognized Shows
A Flexible Way to Welcome Missouri Fox Trotters
A Recognized Show is the perfect option for events that welcome Missouri Fox Trotting Horses but need flexibility in judging and class structure.
Recognized Shows:
- May be hosted by an organization or individual
- Must use a licensed judge (not required to be MFTHBA carded)
- Must offer at least 8 classes open to Missouri Fox Trotting Horses
- Provide results for all participating Missouri Fox Trotters within 21 days
This option allows your show to welcome MFT participation while maintaining your existing format and rules.
Fees
- MFTHBA Affiliates: $10 per day
- Non-Affiliates: $25 per day
Benefits
Recognized Shows receive promotion through MFTHBA communication channels, and results are added to each horse’s official record. Horses in the Medal Program automatically receive credit without submitting additional paperwork.
This is an excellent starting point for shows that want to grow Missouri Fox Trotter participation.
Point Shows
Earn Points Toward National Awards
A Point Show is designed for events that want to offer classes that count toward MFTHBA year-end awards.
Because these results impact national recognition programs, Point Shows follow MFTHBA rules for designated point classes.
Point Shows must:
- Use MFTHBA carded judges
- Follow MFTHBA class descriptions and rule book
- Offer at least 8 designated point classes
- Require owners and exhibitors to be MFTHBA members
- Require exhibitors to hold a current Exhibitor Card
- Submit complete results for point classes within 21 days
Fees
- MFTHBA Affiliates: $25 per day
- Non-Affiliates: $50 per day
Additional Benefits
Point Shows receive all Recognized Show promotional benefits plus:
Results count toward:
- National High Point Awards
- Trainer of the Year
- Stallion of the Year
- Additional year-end recognition programs
Point Shows play an essential role in recognizing the achievements of Missouri Fox Trotting Horses and the people who show them.
Which Program Is Right for Your Show?
| Recognized Show | Point Show |
| Flexible format | Follows MFTHBA rules |
| Licensed judge required | MFTHBA carded judge required |
| Results added to horse records | Results count toward national awards |
| Ideal entry level participation | Ideal for shows offering MFT point classes |
Both programs help grow opportunities for Missouri Fox Trotting Horses and connect your event with our membership.
Join the Program
We encourage show managers, affiliates, and event organizers to participate. Every recognized or point show helps strengthen our community and expand opportunities for the Missouri Fox Trotter.