Celebrating Excellence: 2026 AQHA High Point Awards
Congratulations to all AQHA Members
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2026 ANNUAL HIGH POINT AWARDS PRESENTATIONS
Celebrating Excellence: 2026 AQHA High Point Awards
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fabulous weekend celebrating the people, passion and achievements that make the Australian Quarter Horse community so special.
The Australian Quarter Horse Association( AQHA) brought its members together for a memorable weekend of celebration at the 2026 AQHA High Point Awards, recognising the outstanding dedication, talent and achievements of competitors and enthusiasts across all disciplines.
The prestigious event was an opportunity to reflect on another remarkable year for the Australian Quarter Horse community, celebrating the hard work, commitment and passion that continue to drive the breed and industry forward.
More than simply an awards presentation, the occasion represented a significant milestone in the Association’ s history, as AQHA approaches almost 60 years of supporting and promoting the Australian Quarter Horse. It was a fitting tribute to the generations of members, breeders, owners, trainers and competitors who have contributed to the breed’ s enduring success and growing reputation nationwide.
Across the many disciplines in which Quarter Horses excel, the High Point Awards recognised the determination, sportsmanship and dedication required to reach the top. Each award represented countless hours of preparation, training and competition, alongside the unwavering support of families, fellow competitors and the wider equine community.
The weekend also provided a valuable opportunity for members to reconnect, share their experiences and celebrate the friendships and shared passion that make the AQHA community so unique. Congratulations to all 2026 High Point winners and award recipients. Your achievements are a testament to your commitment to the Quarter Horse and the continued strength of the Australian equine industry.
As the Association looks towards its 60 year milestone, the enthusiasm and unity of its members provide a strong foundation for the future, ensuring the Quarter Horse legacy continues to thrive for generations to come.
It was, without doubt, a fabulous weekend celebrating the people behind the breed and the achievements that make the Australian Quarter Horse community so extraordinary.
AQHA BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President, Stud Book & International Director: Deputy President & Investigative Officer: Vice President & Judging Director: Treasurer, Show & Performance Director: Youth Director: Marketing Director: |
Kim Johnson John Steel Lee Ann Hall Trish Wettenhall Liz Keating Chloe Bishop |
Hall of Fame and Cattle & Timed Events Director: Pro Horseman & Amateur Director: Affiliates Director: Versatility Ranch & Traditional Director: National Show: The AQHA welcomes New Board Member: |
Ricky Glen Dave Caleo Kane Skopp Leanne Bartlett Kyle Mobberley Amanda Nicholson |
Congratulations to all AQHA Members
AQHA 2026 NOVEMBER / DECEMBER ISSUE