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Non Pros Bring the Heat in OKC
June 20, 2025: The competition was gritty tonight in the Non Pro finals of the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel. Taylor Zimmerman came from the next-to-last draw aboard Spooks Deville to tie…
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The Heat Was On in the Adequan® Arena on Friday at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel
June 20, 2025: The Rookie division got their chance to shine under the lights of the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel with the first slate of Rookie Level 1 and 2, and…
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Behind the Slide — Randy Snodgrass With Arena Werks
June 20, 2025: Nothing quite embodies the sport of reining like that sliding stop, and the photo that accompanies it, showcasing the sand cascading in waves under the horse’s feet. It’s Randy Snodgrass’…
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Para Reiners Shine
June 19, 2025: Pale Face Whiz and Beth Kelley showed off their skills this evening to top the $2,500 Para Reining Championship, sponsored by Dechra, at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel.…
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Dancing in the Moonlite
June 19, 2025: The music met the maneuvers in the new OG&E Coliseum as Moonlite Tonite and Jessicah Keller were named champions of the $20,000 NRHA Invitational Freestyle Reining, presented by Visit OKC.…
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Novice Horse Non Pro Stars Shine in Slate Two in the Adequan® Arena at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel
June 19, 2025: Thursday wrapped up the Novice Horse Non Pro division in the Adequan® Arena at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel. Culminating scores from Tuesday’s slate 1 and Thursday’s slate…
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Behind the Slide — Selena Bradshaw
June 19, 2025: Most people attending a National Reining Horse Association event are there to compete, but Selena Bradshaw doesn’t bring her horse to the show. Instead, she’s there to wrangle the competitors…
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Champions Crowned and Finalists Named Following the Third Day of Non Pro Reining at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel
June 18, 2025: The final section of the Non Pro Derby Go-Round concluded today, rounding out a competitive field. Riders in every level left it all in the arena, setting the stage for…
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Clean Sweep Wraps the Day in the Adequan® Arena at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel
June 18, 2025: On Wednesday, the Novice Horse Open competitors ruled the Adequan® Arena at the World’s Hottest Reining in Oklahoma City. Competitors vied for trophies and bragging rights in the Novice Horse…
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Put Your Reining IQ to the Test—Run Guess Returns!
June 18, 2025: The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is excited to bring fans back into the action with Run Guess, an interactive game that puts you in the judge’s seat at the…
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Behind the Slide — Yoshichika Ando
June 18, 2025: 60-year-old Yoshichika Ando stepped into the OG&E Coliseum at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel aboard his mare, Flinns Hollywoodbabe. While his 202.5 score didn’t set him up for…
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Non Pro Competitors Aim High at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel
June 17, 2025: Section 2 of the Non Pro Derby brought the heat as competitors continued their pursuit of finalist positions for the $212,500-added division of the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby, presented by…
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Slate 1 Super Stars Soar in the Adequan® Arena at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel
June 17, 2025: On Tuesday, the Novice Horse Non Pro competitors ruled the Adequan® Arena at the World’s Hottest Reining in Oklahoma City. Competitors vied for trophies and bragging rights in the $1,000…
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The Adequan® Arena Saw Top Runs Pay Off to Start The Second Week of the World’s Hottest Reining
June 16, 2025: More than $24,000 was up for grabs on Monday in the Adequan® Arena at the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel as the ancillary classes heated up. The purses…
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Sizzling Scores Set a High Bar in Section 2 of the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel
June 16, 2025: The World’s Hottest Reining heated up when the Non Pro competitors took their shot at top spots in six divisions during the 2025 event on Monday, June 16. From past…
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Preliminary Open Competition Concludes at the 6666 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel
June 15, 2025: The final section of the Open Derby preliminary competition delivered drama and high stakes as the last contenders chased their spots in the finals. Awards capped off a thrilling day,…
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Entry-Level Riders Shine in the Adequan® Arena
June 15, 2025: Sunday’s slate in the Adequan® Arena showcased the rising talent in Classic Equine Green Reiner and Rookie divisions. These classes provide a welcoming and competitive environment for those new to…
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The World’s Hottest Reining’s Scores Continue to Heat Up
June 14, 2025: The energy inside the new OG&E Coliseum continues to build as the second section of the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel delivered more heat and horsepower. As the…
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Champions Crowned in Open Classes at the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel
June 14, 2025: A full day of action in the Adequan® Arena set the tone for a thrilling week ahead at the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel. With standout performances across…
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Kole Price and Golden Coins Make History in Inaugural Run of the OG&E Coliseum at the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel
June 13, 2025: The gates officially opened to competition inside the state-of-the-art OG&E Coliseum as the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel launched its first full day of Open Derby action. In…
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Non Pro & Green Reiner Champions Shine Bright in the Adequan® Arena at the 6666 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel
June 13, 2025: The 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel continued its momentum in the Adequan® Arena with a full slate of Non Pro ancillary action that celebrated riders across generations and…
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World’s Hottest Reining Set to Begin
June 10, 2025: The anticipation is building in Oklahoma City as the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel—The World’s Hottest Reining—kicks off at the OKC Fairgrounds. The National Reining Horse Association proudly welcomes…
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6666 NRHA Derby Presented by Markel to Proceed as Planned at the New OG&E Coliseum
May 30, 2025: Oklahoma City, OK — The National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) is pleased to confirm that the 2025 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel is set to take place (June 11–22) in the newly constructed…
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Experience Ranch Reining at the 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel!
May 9, 2025: Non Pro & Youth Pilot Classes Debut Saturday, June 14 We’re excited to welcome you to Oklahoma City for something new this year—Ranch Reining pilot classes for Non Pro and Youth riders,…