The 2006 NRHA Derby, for four-, five- and six-year-old reining horses will take place May 15^th – 20^th at the Oklahoma State Fair Park in Oklahoma City.  And, it is sure to uphold the Derby tradition of a good time while competing for big bucks! 

There will be an $80,000 added Open Division (the winner is guaranteed $50,000), a $50,000 added Intermediate Open Division, a $5,000 added Limited Open and $5,000 added Prime Time Open Division.  And of course that’s only half of it.  The 2006 NRHA Derby will host a $15,000 added Non Pro Derby with a $7,500 added Intermediate, $5,000 added Limited Non Pro and $5,000 added Prime Time Non Pro Division. 

       
There will also be a full slate of NRHA ancillary classes, the ever-amazing NRHA Collegiate Reining Championships (billed as the “ultimate catch-ride” class), the Celebration of Champions, an expansive trade show and six days of fun activities planned for your enjoyment.

There is also a “business opportunity” for interested reining enthusiasts.  Banner space and live feed advertising is now available for purchase.  Space is limited and deadlines are fast approaching, so make your reservations now by contacting the Marketing Department at the NRHA office.

The NRHA Derby Spotlight Sale, slated for May 20^th, will undoubtedly be a highlight of this event.  Last year, Jim Dunn’s consignment, Grandeur Of Chic (Paid By Chic x Victoria Greyhound), was the High Seller and High Selling Stallion at $26,000. The High Selling Mare was an extremely flashy Paint filly consigned by Mary Cartier, EBR Fire N Ice (Like A Diamond x Lost Quixote) and sold for $22,500.  Yearlings, broodmares, two and three-year-old prospects, as well as fully-trained show horses will be paraded through the sale ring for your inspection and consideration. 

There is no video required for the Derby Spotlight Sale and the consignment deadline for the 2006 event is March 15^th.  For contracts, catalogs or consignment information, visit the NRHA website: www.nrha.com or call the NRHA office: 405-946-7400.

NRHA cordially invites you to attend the NRHA Derby, May 15 – 20, at the Oklahoma State Fair Park in Oklahoma City. You’ll see great competition – and have a good time to boot!

Incorporated in 1966, the National Reining Horse Association is the governing body of the sport of Reining. NRHA, with their International Headquarters in Oklahoma City, is responsible for promoting the sport of Reining and working to ensure the highest standards of competition.  NRHA receives corporate support from Cinch, Rockies and Cruel Girl; Markel Insurance; Oklahoma City Convention & Visitors Bureau; Quarter Horse News; Kiser Arena Specialists; Houston Ranch Embryo Transfer Center; Classic Equine; John Vance Auto Group; LaQuinta Inns & Suites; The Rider’s Edge; Land O’ Lakes / Purina Mills LLC (the official United States feed sponsor of the NRHA); Anderson Bean Boot Co.; Elite Trailer Mfg.; Platinum Performance; EQ Solutions; MD Barns; Adequan^®; American Horseman Alliance; CR Morrison Specialties and Pard’s Western Shop.  The NRHA continues to educate its members and the public about Reining.  For more information, on the NRHA or the sport of Reining, please visit www.nrha.com or call 405-946-7400.