Since 2007, the National Reining Breeders Classic (NRBC) has annually awarded scholarships to top riders competing in both slates of NRHA Youth Classes. Since the first scholarships were awarded, the NRBC has committed nearly $60,000 in financial assistance to young reiners for post-secondary education.

NRBC Secretary-Treasurer Cheryl Cody stated, “The Board of the NRBC has long been dedicated to supporting young reiners who are pursuing higher education. This scholarship program is particularly rewarding because it directly benefits the young individuals who are passionate about reining.

“All of the members of the NRBC Board of Directors – Tom McCutcheon, Tim McQuay, Dell Hendricks, and Pete Kyle – feel strongly about easing the burden of educational expenses and encouraging these young men and women to achieve their academic and professional goals. We are incredibly proud of this year’s scholarship recipients and congratulate the winners for 2024.”

The Champions receive $1,000 scholarships, while Reserve Champions earn $500 scholarships. This year, the recipients are:

• 13 & Under Champion: Lilly Walters
  • Co-Reserve Champion: Addisyn Grilli
  • Co-Reserve Champion: Lily Forzani
• 14-18 Champion: Ava Bush
  • Reserve Champion: Bella Beck

Past scholarship recipients include:

• 2007: Emily Winegar, Jordan Donnelly, Bryan Luark, Christy McElreath
• 2008: Jordan Donnelly, Cade McCutcheon, Courtney Kile, Christy McElreath
• 2009: Jose Gonzales, Genevieve Shifrin, Emily Winegar, Devin Spencer
• 2010: Cade McCutcheon (Champion & Reserve), Devin Spencer, Katherine Berg
• 2011: Jayli Garrison, Shelby Reine, Daniele Cohen, Emily Winegar
• 2012: Shelby Reine, Kristi Wiggins, Brooke Kaiser, Jordan Donnelly
• 2013: Taylor Masson, Sidney Perdue, Kaylan Marks, Shelby Reine
• 2014: Stacia Brugger, Amanda Hurt, Skyler Deshotels, Claire Dittrich
• 2015: Analise Granger, Roeanna Thayn, Clair Dittrich, Shelby Reine, Amanda Hurd, Cade McCutcheon
• 2016: Skyler Deshotels, McKinnon Larcombe (won both slates), Bo Van Duys
• 2017: Luca Fappani, Raeanna Thayn, McKinnon Larcombe, Savannah Ostner, Madison Gustin, Emilia Reutimann, Blair Thompson, Quincee Clark (tie)
• 2018: Emma Lane, Emilia Reutimann, Faith Horner, Laina Hanaghan
• 2019: Emma Lane, Lisa Pirtle
• 2020: Carlee McCutcheon, Bo Van Duys, Rita Clausen, Becca Schaffhauser
• 2021: Raeanna Thayn, Lisa Pirtle, Juliana Gonzales, Becca Schaffhauser
• 2022: Bella Beck, Trinity Bell, Faith Horner, Kennedy Buchanan
• 2023: Anna Harris, Mazie Patalski, Allie Jones, Abigail Dooley

For more information on the NRBC, visit www.nrbc.com or call 580-759-3939.