As the depth of reining competition skyrockets, the systems in place must work to keep up. The ground is there and purses are rising to meet the challenge. Are the NRHA leveling structures and judging systems keeping pace? The numbers will tell in the analysis of the NRHA Open Derby Finals.
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The NRHA Derby
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A compelling year of reining concluded in Oklahoma City at the 2023 NRHA Futurity with a tie for Champion. In an epic scoring analysis, Brian and Jody break down whether there should have been a tie to begin with.
Bart Corrington on IHSA and reining’s history and future. Reining History 101 FB page is a valuable resource and wealth of information from over 15K members.
Brian and Jody explore the analytics of the 2023 NRHA Futurity and address industry hot topics surrounding this pinnacle reining event.
Brian, Jody, and John Snobelen reflect on lessons learned from 1985. Innovative mindsets created the NRHA judging system to change the reining industry.
Reining judges analyze competition, covering NRHA Rules, judging systems, variable scores, and the acceptable range of score spreads and variances, emphasizing the importance of managing mistakes for a fair judging assessment.
The 2022 Open NRHA Reining Futurity episode unfolds as Andiamoe, ridden by Shawn Flarida, claims victory with a 0.5-point edge over Customize My Dream, analyzed through a comprehensive officiating breakdown by the Cowboy Office.
