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News

 

2026 Associate Championship Horse Show Prize List

We are pleased to announce that the 2026 Associate Championship Horse Show Prize List is now available!

ACHS Prize List

 

The 2026 VHSA Associate Championship Horse Show returns to the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Virginia, from November 5–8, 2026.

Exciting Changes for 2026

We are thrilled to introduce several updates and new divisions to this year's schedule:

• Open Schooling Hunter Division (2'0" / 2'6")

• Two Adult Amateur Hunter Divisions (Split into 2'6" and 2'9" & 3'0")

• $500 Adult Amateur Hunter Classic (2'6" / 2'9" / 3'0")

• Two Children's Hunter Divisions (Split into 2'6" and 2'9" & 3'0")

• $500 Children’s Hunter Classic (2'6" / 2'9" / 3'0")

• New Heights for Green Hunter, Open Hunter, as well as Adult Amateur & Children’s Hunter

• Short Stirrup Equitation Over Fences (Ages 9 & under)

• Short Stirrup Equitation Over Fences (Ages 10–12)

• Expanded Schedule: The Short Stirrup Hunter division will now run over two days.

• Special Events: Hospitality events are officially making a comeback!


Plan Your Trip

We expect a large turnout for this premier event. Please book your hotel reservations in Lexington, Virginia, as soon as possible to secure your lodging.

The Best Western at Hunt Ridge in Lexington is currently holding a Block of Rooms for exhibitors. Please contact them directly to make your room reservation:  (540) 464-1500

 

We look forward to seeing you in November!

 

2026 VHSA Yearbook 

The 2026 Virginia Horse Shows Association's Yearbook is Dedicated In Memory of the Great Diana Dodge.

The 2026 VHSA Yearbook "Online Version is now ready!  Click on the following link to view the VHSA Yearbook:  2026 VHSA Yearbook

Anyone who would like to purchase the "Full Version" of the 2026 VHSA Yearbook with full photos and Membership Directory, please contact the VHSA Office at (540)349-0910.  The cost is $50 per Yearbook (if picked up from the VHSA Office) or $60 per Yearbook to mail a Yearbook directly to you. This charge is to cover the printing expenses, plus postage, if applicable.

We have a limited amount of printed Yearbooks.

 

VHSA Apparel

 

VHSA EIS Long Sleeve Shirt 

 

                                         

The VHSA is now carrying EIS COOL Sun Shirts for Ladies & Children.  Each Shirt features Virginia Horse Shows Association on one sleeve.  These shirts are $70.00 each for pick-up at The Tack and Habit Shoppe in Toano, VA, or if product needs to be shipped, add an additional $10 for Shipping & Handling.  For ALL Orders, please call the VHSA office at (540) 349-0910 to arrange for payment and pick-up/shipping.  Please see the following link for the size charts for Ladies and Children:

SIZES

VHSA C4 Belts  The VHSA C4 Belts are for all sizes and can be adjusted.  These belts are $42.00 each for pick-up at The Tack and Habit Shoppe in Toano, VA, or if product needs to be shipped, add an additional $10 for Shipping & Handling.  Please see close up of belt below: 

 

 

For ALL Orders, please call the VHSA office at (540) 349-0910 to arrange for payment and pick-up/shipping.

 

Heritage Horse Shows Continue

The Heritage point system continues for the 2026 Show Year.   Heritage Horse Shows receive a bonus of 5 points per placement and 10 bonus points for Champion and Reserve than their current rating with the VHSA.

There are Ten (10) VHSA Sanctioned Horse Shows that are considered "Heritage" Shows:

Blowing Rock Charity I & II Horse Show

Capital Challenge Horse Show

Deep Run Horse Show

Jump for the Children Benefit 1 Show

Keswick Horse Show

Tryon Spring 6 Horse Show

Upperville Colt & Horse Show

Warrenton Horse Show

Warrenton Pony Show


 Please support these historical horse shows!

VHSA Facebook Page

The Virginia Horse Shows Association now has an "Official" Facebook Page.  

Please visit our FB Page, which we will update with important information and upcoming events!
 
  
 Wreaths Across America

We are pleased to announce that the Virginia Horse Shows Association is able to continue the tradition of donating to Wreaths Across America at Arlington National Cemetery again this year. We are very honored to play a small part in honoring our Veterans and their families who have sacrificed so much for all of us. Thank a Veteran and their families for the Freedoms we all get to enjoy. www.wreathsacrossamerica.org 

 
 

MEMBERS NOT IN GOOD STANDING

The following individuals are unable to accrue VHSA points, ineligible to compete at the VHSA Associate Summer Show, VHSA Associate Championship Horse Show and unable to attend the VHSA Convention:

Fae Cordova (Savannah Cordova) - NSF Check
Donald Davis/Kelly Ann Valko (Gabriella Valko) - NSF Check
Sophie Deel - Outstanding Debt
Alyssa George - NSF Check
Beth Jones - NSF Check
Samantha Lamb (Allison Scott) - NSF Check
Paul Logan, Pachanga Farms - NSF Check & Rule Violation
Susie Mansell (Show Place Farm, LLC) - NSF Check
Veronica Lorraine Martin (Kelly Davenport) - NSF Check
Andrew Kenneth Milne (Anna Milne) - NSF Check
Erin Mitchell - Outstanding Debt & Rule Violation
Margaret Elizabeth Morris - NSF Check
Shannon Simmons - Outstanding Debt
Amanda Smith - NSF Check
Isabella Waller - Outstanding Debt
Jesica Warthen (Alexis Warthen) - NSF Check  

 
2026 VHSA Membership Renewals
All memberships, horse recordings and voting can be done online. Please click on PAY DUES in order to renew your membership or record a horse and/or changes to a horse.    The Order is Complete when you see "TRANSACTION COMPLETE" at the top of your screen.  The Membership Cards and Horse Recording Certificates will still be mailed after the application is submitted to the VHSA office.  ALL ANNUAL MEMBERSHIPS EXPIRE NOVEMBER 30TH OF EACH YEAR.
  
VHSA Division Sponsorship
The 2026 Division Sponsorship Opportunities are available.  Sponsorships cost $150 per Division/$200 per Grand Champion and the Sponsors are listed on our website, in our VHSA Convention Booklet and the VHSA Yearbook.  

Click HERE for the complete list of Divisions that are available for sponsorship!

Equine Nutrition Basics    by Kayla Wolfe

At the Lexington Spring Welcome Horse Show at the Virginia Horse Center, the VHSA’s Special Events Committee presented a lecture led by Emory and Henry’s Jessica Denniston on Equine Nutrition Basics. Highlights of the lesson included the functions of the foregut and hindgut, essential nutrients, and how to choose a diet for a specific horse. The equine has one stomach that is composed of a foregut and hindgut. The foregut of the horse digests fats, proteins, and sugars through enzymes while the hindgut breaks down fiber. Horses need certain nutrients such as carbohydrates, proteins, and fat to fulfill their diet. Water, being the most vital nutrient for the horse, is used for transportation of nutrients and between eight to twelve gallons of it is consumed each day. When deciding on a diet for a horse, the age, workload, weight, and ability to consume grass should be evaluated. A horse that is doing a lot of exercise may need higher quantities of a certain nutrient to maintain a good balance. The weight, or body condition score should be considered when deciding both the type and quantity of food given to the horse. Access to hay or grass is necessary and must be recognized while choosing a diet for a horse. Roughage should be the primary source of food for the equine, followed by grain to assure that all the nutrients are given. Jessica Denniston explained and showed us the affects of a bad diet on a horse. 

For further information, please see the Equine Nutrition Basics Handbook which can be downloaded HERE!

VHSA Handbook For Horse Showing
The VHSA Junior Members Committee created a wonderful guide for horse showing.  This is a wonderful reference guide for all horsemen, regardless of age.  The Handbook can be downloaded by following this link:   VHSA HANDBOOK FOR HORSE SHOWING


2026 VHSA Board of Directors 

Officers:

  
Mr. Walter J. Lee, President (Zone 4 Rep) Mrs. Wendy Mathews Treasurer (At Large) 
Mr. Oliver Brown, Vice President (Hunter/Pony Breeding Rep) Ms. Nancy Peterson, Secretary (Owner Rep)
Ms. Dede Bache-Shumate (At Large) Mr. Clyde Poarch (Associate Rep)
Ms. Tara Best (Zone 7 Rep) Mrs. Carol Reedy (Saddlebred Rep)
Mrs. Ada Cosby (At Large) Mr. Gordon Reistrup (At Large)
Ms. Jane Gaston (Zone 1) Ms. Meg Rhodes (At Large)
Ms. Jenny Graham (Equitation Rep) Ms. Sandra Ruiz (Jumper Rep)
Mrs. Sue T. Grossmann (At Large) Mrs. Sulu Rose Reed (Zone 5 Rep)
Mr. Paul Mathews (Licensed Officials Rep) Ms. Elise Roschen (Zone 6 Rep
Ms. Molly Trimble Moore (Zone 3 Rep) Ms. Peg Seals (At Large)
 Ms. Jonelle Mullen  (Zone 2 Rep) Mrs. Maria Bishop Shannon (At Large_
Mrs. Betty R. Oare (Hunter Rep) Ms. Jan Simpson (Trainer Rep)
Mr. Ernest M. Oare (At Large)  Mr. Chris Wynne (At Large)
   


~ OFFICIAL SPONSORS OF THE VIRGINIA HORSE SHOWS ASSOCIATION ~ 

Antares Sellier - The Official Sadler of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that Antares Sellier France is the Official Provider of Animal Health Products and Supplies of the VHSA.   Please visit their website at www.antares-sellier.com  

Blue Ridge Trailer - The Official Trailer Dealer of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that Blue Ridge Trailer Sales is the Official Trailer Sales of the VHSA.   Please visit their website at www.BLUERIDGETRAILER.com 

The Clothes Horse - The Official Equine Custom Tailoring Company of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that The Clothes Horse is the Offical Equine Custom Tailoring Company of the VHSA.   Please visit their website at www.theclotheshorse.com    

EquiJet - The Official International Horse Transportation Company of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that EquiJet is the Official International Horse Transportation Company of the VHSA.   Please visit their website at EquiJet

LM Boots - The Official Custom Boot Maker of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that LM Boots is the Official Custom Boot Maker of the VHSA.   Please visit their website at www.lmboots.com

MRJ Horse Transportation - The Official Equine Transportation Company of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that MJR Horse Transportation of Keswick, Virginia, is the Official Equine Transportation Company of the VHSA.   Please visit their website at www.mjrhorsetransportation.com

The Marshall + Sterling Equine Insurance Agency - The Official Sponsor of the VHSA Medals
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that The Marshall + Sterling Equine Insurance Agency, is the Offical Sponsor of all of the VHSA/EMO Medal Qualifying Classes as well as the VHSA/EMO Medal Finals.  Please visit their Website at  www.marshallsterling.com/equine-insurance

Virginia Maryland Tractor - The Official Farm Equipment Dealer of the VHSA
The Virginia Horse Shows Association is very pleased to announce that Virginia Maryland Tractor is the Official Farm Equipment Dealer of the VHSA.  Please visit their website at vatractor.com

 Ralph E. Main, Jr. - Legal Counsel of the VHSA
Mr. Ralph E. Main, Jr. of Dygert, Wright, Hobbs & Heilberg, PLC of Charlottesville, Virginia, is the official legal counsel for the Virginia Horse Shows Association.