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Ella Rhind and her horse Hope
Quick Fire Fun Early mornings or late night events? Late night events Favourite tack brand? Ariat Dream horse( past or present)? Roan quarter horse Go to a pump-up song before you compete? Ribs, Beautiful crazy, vienna One word that describes you in the saddle? focused
FINAL THOUGHTS What advice would you give to younger members just starting out? Even though it may seem scary at first showing and competing, it ' s such an amazing opportunity and you will make some of the best memories showing. When showing talk to those around you whether you ' re waiting in line up or the marshalling area, there are some kids in the same situation as you starting off your not alone and there is always someone around to help you. Being able to look up to the older youth and being able to come to them who have been showing for a while, don ' t be afraid to talk to us, ask questions about patterns or classes or if you need a helping hand we will always help out.
What would you say to someone considering joining AQHA? Joining AQHA will change your life so much, creating memories that will last a lifetime, and joining a community of people with the same passion as you. AQHA is the place where you meet people and those friendships can last a lifetime.
Who would you like to thank for supporting your journey? I would like to thank HHT training stables dave caleo for always pushing me to train hard and for supporting me throughout my riding journey from my first show to now I couldn ' t be the rider I am without you. To my Grandparents Lwr rhind holdings performance horses for your support in my riding and for making it possible for me to ride and for giving me my beautiful girls Hope and Sweety.
For my mum for organising classes, entries and stables and for travelling to all the shows and organising everything to make it possible. Jassie and Dani are my biggest supporters, my cheerleaders and my show mums. Thank you for always motivating and supporting me at shows being the loudest ones cheering me on all the work u do for both me and hope behind the scenes I am forever grateful.
2026 AQHA MARCH / APRIL ISSUE