The American Paint Horse Association and the NRBC are continuing their partnership for the sixth consecutive year! Custom Gist Silversmith buckles will be awarded to the highest-scoring Paints in Non Pro Classic and the Open Classic and the high-composite in the two slates of Youth, Rookie and Non Pro classes.

“We are glad to have the American Paint Horse Association returning as part of the NRBC,” said NRBC President Tom McCutcheon. “These Gist buckles are a great award for the winners. This provides an additional opportunity for our exhibitors, thanks to them.”

 Freddie Alexander, American Paint Horse Association Member Care Representative, will be in attendance at the show. He said, “Our involvement with the NRBC gives us an opportunity to meet and get to know our members in the reining community. Being able to participate with the NRBC, allows us to be a part of a wonderful and exciting sport and form a true partnership with many of the breeders, trainers and contestants which helps us learn how we can serve our members more efficiently and effectively. Through this incentive program, we have provided the competitors extra opportunities to win awards showing their Registered Paint Horses. We are continually working on ways to improve these programs and appreciate hearing the feedback from the exhibitors.”

Besides being on hand with the High Point awards, Freddie and on-site staff will process memberships, transfers, registrations, and other paperwork that you may need to complete. Entering the APHA High-Point Incentive Award classes is FREE and easy! – Email falexander@apha.com or sign up at the APHA booth on site. Be prepared to provide your horse’s registered name and registration number, your exhibitor name and APHA ID number, and the classes in which you’re competing and your back number.

To enter the incentive classes, or for more information, contact Freddie by email or (817) 834-2742 x309. Freddie added, “We look forward to seeing you, and good luck to all the competitors!”