Archive for May, 2026

Western Dressage – Come Try Something New!!!

Western Dressage – Come Try Something New!!!

Calling all adventurous folks! It’s always more fun to try new things with friends, so we would like to invite you to join us at the Double Edge Dressage Show June 13th and 14th to try out Western Dressage (or even classic dressage if you’re feeling really crazy!). We show […]

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A Message from VQHA President Matt Gouthro

A Message from VQHA President Matt Gouthro

I’m truly honored to serve as your president of the Virginia Quarter Horse Association. This organization has meant a great deal to me, and I’m excited about where we’re headed. We have a strong foundation, great people, and plenty of opportunity in front of us to continue growing and improving […]

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Letter from the VQHA Queen Emily Barlas

Letter from the VQHA Queen Emily Barlas

Hi all! I’m Emily, this year’s VQHA Queen. I am currently earning my Associates degree at Germanna Community College with plans to transfer to Virginia Tech to complete my Bachelors degree. Getting crowned a week before my first official Queening event at The Virginia Maiden/March to Virginia was a whirlwind […]

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Youth Activities Update

Youth Activities Update

The 2026 show season has officially taken off, and we are excited to share some updates and new changes without VQHYA members! First, we would like to welcome our newly elected officers: ● President: Brody Marshall ● Vice Presidents: Josephine Helton & Darcy McNail ● Secretaries: Claire Assur & Kaily […]

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Banquet Recap and Awards

Banquet Recap and Awards

I would like to thank everyone who came out to the banquet this year. With a totalof 154 tickets sold and this year’s banquet was the biggest that this has been insome time, this was truly a night to remember. Congratulations to recipients of VQHA special awards: Professional of the […]

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