Arizona Sun Circuit 2020 Quarter Horse Show and Event at WestWorld of Scottsdale/
PERFORMANCE HORSE EVENTS AT THE 2020 SUN CIRCUIT
Performance horse enthusiasts had plenty to love about the 2020 Sun Circuit which roared into Scottsdale’s WestWorld February 29-March 8, 2020. There is a full slate of Reining, Roping, Cutting and Cow Horse classes along with special events with sizable added money. One can even find their next prospect at the Hershberger Performance Horse Sale.
Jason and Nikki Hershberger held their 15th Annual Sale on Friday February 28th, 2020 in the Equidome at WestWorld. Sun Circuit was thrilled to have this prestigious sale kicking off 10 days of equestrian excitement.
The Sun Circuit ARHFA Rope Horse Futurity got underway on the 29th with $15,000 added to the Open Futurity for 4, 5 and 6 year olds. A Limited division in the Open offered $5,000 added. That competition was followed by a Maturity for 7, 8 or 9 Year Olds. On March 3rd, the Cinch Non-Pro Heading and Heeling had $5,000 added to the pot.
Eric and Wendy Dunn are once again sponsored the $20,000 added Smart Boons Fence Challenge on Friday March 6.The best Cow Horses in the nation showed off their athletic skills in an exciting matchup of superlative fence work. 100% of $300 entry fee was combined with added money and paid back. This formula has produced some hefty payouts in years past. Additionally, $5,000 was paid to the highest placing NRCHA limited open rider in the open division.
Got Cow? You can prove it at Sun Circuit. Farnam is the proud sponsor of the Farnam Golden Cowboy award this year and added $5,000 to the payout, plus the $250 entry fee is 100% jackpotted. This award recognizes the top hand after scores from 4 judges in 4 cattle classes are tallied. Horse and rider must enter the Farnam Golden Cowboy Herd Work on Saturday, Muley Steer Stopping on Tuesday, Jr. or Sr. Cow Horse on Wednesday and ultimately the Smart Boons Fence Challenge on Friday.
Amateur Cow Horse exhibitors had a shot at some cash in the $1,000 Added Parkinson Performance Horses Amateur Spectacular and the Anchor Cross Ranch Amateur Boxing Spectacular with $1,000 added. Champions in each Spectacular also received a Buckle and the reserve took home a bronc halter.
All new for 2020 Ranch Horse competitors was the L1 Open Ranch Horse Award, Sponsored by Oraz Holdings, which awarded $500 and a trophy buckle to the Champion with the Reserve place receiving a saddle pad and $250.
Other performance class awards included Best of Show - Ranch and Cattle Division for Open, Amateur or Select and Youth. Champions received a pair of Rod Patrich Ostrich boots. A Caliente Saddle Shop saddle was awarded to the High Point All-Ages Team Roper. There was also All Breed VRH high point awards for both Open and Amateur, with each receiving a Superior Saddlery Saddle.
Sun Circuit is know for its diversity of classes with awesome awards. From performance to versatility to ranch to rail, there is something for every AQHA exhibitor. Check out the complete class schedule along with all the awards at SunCircuit.com.
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