With the Short Stirrup and Youth divisions kicking off today in Wheless Arena, it’s only fitting to recognize PS Mega Shine Chic, affectionately known as “Crush,” and owners Brad and Amanda Kelly at Adh Mor Ranch for instituting a program to benefit the next generation or reiners by “Crushing the Fees.” No entry fees are charge to any of our NRBC youth riders because Adh Mor Ranch and Crush pay them all!
Crush, a 6-year-old stallion by Shine Chic Shine and out of Megas Sugar Baby, was the 2017 and 2019 NRBC Level 3 Open Champion and 2017 Level 4 Open Co-Reserve Champion.
14 & Under – Lisa Pirtle & Neon Pepto Sign
Riding her 8-year-old mare Neon Pepto Sign, 17-year-old homeschool student Lisa Pirtle claimed the win in Friday’s Youth 14 & Under and Unrestricted Youth with a score of 72.5.
Pirtle has traveled from her home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, for the past several years to compete at the NRBC. Neon Pepto Sign, sired by Peptoleap and out of Neon Cola Sign, has been teamed with Pirtle for the past three years as well. Pirtle said their run today was smooth and solid, as is characteristic of her mare. “It was really good, she did everything perfect for me, her rundowns and her circles. She slowed down really nice for me.
“I thank my trainers, Dave [Moore] and Nikki [Tyndall], and my family for supporting me and also the team members at Dave Moore Barn.”
13 & Under – Juliana Gonzales & SS Frankie Blue Eyes
Juliana Gonzales and her 8-year-old gelding SS Frankie Blue Eyes, aka “Frankie,” scored the Youth 13&Under win today with a 71.5. SS Frankie Blue Eyes is by NRHA $2 Million Sire Spooks Gotta Gun and out of the mare Tuckachic.
“I’m from Houston, Texas, and I’ve been showing my horse Frankie for about the past two months,” Gonzales said. “I love his stops. I love his blue eyes too.”
Gonzales is 13 years old and enrolled in homeschool, which allows for more time to enjoy her favorite activity, which she says is riding. Gonzales thanked her parents and trainers for their guidance and support. “I want to thank my parents, Tracey and Steven, and my trainers, Thiago Sobral, and Emily.
10 & Under Short Stirrup – Joy Deary & Chicsdundreamin
Winning Friday’s popular 10 & Under Short Stirrup class was Joy Deary, age 9, of Weatherford, Texas, riding Chicsdundreamin. Joy said her favorite part of her crowd-pleasing, class-winning 74-point performance was “The stops. He’s very sweet and he does really big stops,” she said.
Chicsdundreamin is a horse that is beloved by the entire Deary family and everyone at Casey and Nicole Deary’s ranch. The 2007 golden palomino belongs to Nancy Stillwell, who is Nicole’s mother. “I thank my grandma for letting me show him,” Joy said.
The future clearly looks bright for the next generation of reiners coming out of Deary Ranch. “She’s very driven to do well and excited for the opportunity to get to show,” echoed Nancy. “She loves to prepare; she studies the patterns and she’s so excited to get to do this. This is going to be a fun journey.” Chicsdundreamin is by NRHA $6 Million Sire Magnum Chic Dream and out of the mare Goody Goody Gum Drop.