This year marked the 10th Annual Smart Boons Fence Challenge at Arizona Sun Circuit, and an impressive lineup of 20 cow horses were on hand to thrill the crowd on March 5th at Scottsdale’s WestWorld Arena. Corey Cushing was the last to go on One Fine Vintage, owned by Bradley and Mary Roberts. It had […]
It was apparent from any vantage point that the 2020 Arizona Sun Circuit was even bigger than last year: more trailers, more stalls, more horses in the arenas. The 9 day equine extravaganza was held February 29 through March 8th at the expansive WestWorld facilities in Scottsdale Arizona. The show’s reputation for providing a tremendous […]
Who Made the Cut? View the Lists Here: Adequan National Championship Showmanship Rankings Equine Chronicle National Championship Equitation Rankings Fanram National Championship Horsemanship Rankings Sun Circuit will once again hold the wildly popular tournament style competitions in Horsemanship, Equitation and Showmanship. Prizes are awarded after each round to the Sensational 16, Exceptional 8 and ultimately […]
Performance horse enthusiasts have plenty to love about the 2020 Sun Circuit which roars 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. […]
The 2019 Pattern Book is available as a digital download! Get it now and get a jump on what to expect in Scottsdale Proceeds from the sales of the Pattern Book support the AZ Quarter Horse Youth Association. Patterns for Ranch Trail, Showmanship, Equitation and Horsemanship, including the National Championship Semi Finals and Championship rounds. […]
Sun Circuit is well know for keeping it fun and entertaining all week. We are excited to bring you 3 Exhibitor Parties where you have a chance to enjoy some great food and catch up with your friends. March 4 Monday Exhibitors lunch party hosted by AQHA stallions Indefinate, Definitely All That and Tigers by […]
With a winning combination of predictably great weather, exceptional facilities and a schedule that offers something for everyone, the 2019 Sun Circuit is poised for another record bashing run March 2-10 at WestWorld in Scottsdale, Arizona. The show features many returning favorites along with an exciting debut event. Sun Circuit offers a full slate of […]
The Arizona Quarter Horse Association is excited to announce the mid-year rankings for Showmanship, Horsemanship and Equitation exhibitors in the lead up to the National Championship Tournament being held at Sun Circuit 2019. Each division lists the individuals who were scored by the committee, as well as those currently leading the pack at this mid point of […]
When Sun Circuit debuted on its March dates last year, the show was the largest it had ever been. Now that record has been smashed once again. The 2018 Sun Circuit celebrated its 45th Anniversary surpassing last year’s stellar numbers by 10%. Over 19,000 class entries encompassed everything from jumping to roping and included a […]
The Smart Boons Fence Challenge is always a crowd pleasing spectacle of equine athleticism. Smart Boons owners, Eric and Wendy Dunn added $20,000 to the pot and 100% of the entry fees were added back. Twenty of the top cow horses in the nation and their riders put on a fantastic show for the enthusiastic […]
