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2019 ASHA WCHS First Timer Features

The Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show, along with the American Saddlebred Horse Association is pleased to present the First Time Exhibitor and Trainer presentation in Freedom Hall again this year on Tuesday, August 20 at 5:30 p.m. The ASHA First Time Exhibitor and Trainer presentation was created in 2012 as a way to honor and recognize those making their first trip to the green shavings in Louisville.

This year we are working on expanding the impact and engagement of the ASHA with this program and our First Timers WCHS experience. This year we are expanding our #SharetheSaddlebred efforts with adding First Timer Features! The ASHA, whose mission centers on promoting the American Saddlebred, is excited to have these first-time competitors share their passion about the breed.

We would love to hear your unique Saddlebred Stories and learn about the paths that brought you here, to Freedom Hall. If you are interested in participating please see the questions below and submit your responses and either a

1)      A favorite photo or two of you and your American Saddlebred

2)      A video response of yourself answering the questions with or without your American Saddlebred partner!

WCHS First Time Exhibitor &/or Trainer Questions

    What are you most excited about having the opportunity to show on the green shavings? What does being an equestrian mean to you? How did you start your involvement with the American Saddlebred breed? What do you love most about your American Saddlebred?

You can email the responses, pictures &/or video to  [email protected], and contact her at 859-259-3887 with any questions. Please submit your responses by August 15th! We look forward to hearing your love for the American Saddlebred and learn more about how you have gotten to this exciting time in your #asbdreams journey!

First Timer Features Downloadable PDF HERE

If you are a WCHS First Time Exhibitor &/or Trainer and have NOT yet registered please follow the link provided HERE to signup today! 

First Time Exhibitor and Trainer presentation will be in Freedom Hall on Tuesday, August 20 at 5:30 p.m. First time exhibitors and trainers will be welcomed to center ring to receive their First Time ribbons and pose for a group photo.

Any questions about registration can be sent to Alexandra Harper at [email protected]