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By Brandy VonHolten
American Horsemen’s Challenge Association is a
national organization that combines obstacles and
horsemanship.
Their National Championship is in October at the
Missouri State Fair Grounds in Sedalia, MO.
Below are the 2017 MO State Champions and a
few words about the state championship being held
at Von Holten Ranch located just 14 miles SE of
Sedalia, MO.
Rider: Kiley Gibson
Equine: Sweety
Division(s): Wrangler & Youth
Words from Kiley:
“I like the competition because
it helps me improve. I like the people in MO AHCA
because they are nice and friendly. I was happy that
Von Holten Ranch has a covered arena so I didn’t
get rained on. My haflinger made me happy by be-
coming a competition horse. I like that the AHCA is
about horsemanship and I like riding the great trails
between competitions.”
Rider: Andrea Caponetto
Equine: QTS Dunnit Royal aka “Sage”
Division(s): Novice & In Hand 2
Words from Andrea:
“My favorite thing about
AHCA has been meeting amazing new friends,
challenging myself to reach new goals, and be-
ing able to accomplish those goals and grow as a
team.”
Rider: Sherri Cale
Equine: Dawn’s Jayhawk aka “Pete”
Division(s): Limited Amateur & Legends