Daren Wright
Judging cards: AQHA · APHA · NSBA · ApHC · PtHA · PHBA · ABRA · IBHA · NASMA
Daren has judged the All American Quarter Horse Congress and World Championship Shows for AQHA, APHA, NSBA, ApHC, PtHA, PHBA and ABRA.
EquiPartner Virtual Show
Scored by a carded judge. Ribbons mailed 1st–6th.
$3,250 in cash prize drawings — $1,500 grand prize, $1,000 first-place, $500 second, $250 third. Drawn live Dec 20.
Your scorecard shows your scores by category and your placing.
EquiPartner Virtual Show · Entries close Nov 30 · $30 first class, $25 second, $20 each after
- Carded judge · scorecard and placing
- Ribbons mailed 1st–6th
- 49 classes across age divisions and Open
Classes & total → rider & horse → payment. Film and upload after registration.
Meet your judge
How it works
Pick your classes, add rider and horse details, then pay securely. Your entry placard is ready after payment; set up your login afterward.
Film on your phone in your arena: one continuous video per class with your placard visible at the start. Upload by Nov 30.
Your scorecard shows your scores by category and your placing. Ribbons mailed 1st–6th.
Ribbons and your scorecard
Ribbon illustrationRibbons mailed 1st–6th
A ribbon for your class placing, delivered to you.
Scorecard
SAMPLEWestern Pleasure
The real scorecard template with illustrative scores by category, a total and a placing. Sample data only; this is not an entrant’s result.
View sample scorecard · 8 criteria
| Criterion | Score |
|---|---|
| Quality of Gaits Smooth, cadenced walk/jog/lope with proper leads Weight 1.3 | |
| Manners & Disposition Calm, willing, pleasant expression and attitude Weight 1.2 | |
| Responsiveness Light, invisible cues from rider, immediate response Weight 1 | |
| Head & Neck Carriage Level or slightly below withers, relaxed poll Weight 1 | |
| Cadence & Rhythm Consistent beat at each gait, unhurried Weight 0.8 | |
| Consistency Same quality of gait throughout the class Weight 0.7 | |
| Rider Position Balanced seat, correct hand/leg position, quiet aids Weight 0.5 | |
| Overall Impression A pleasure to watch: smooth, attractive pair Weight 0.5 |
Questions about entering? Read the FAQ.
Before your first class
Do I need a pattern?
Check your class guide for its assigned pattern and video requirements. Pattern classes use the printed sequence; rail classes have their own gait and timing instructions. View patterns and class sheets.
I've never shown — can I enter?
You can take part from home. Eligibility is set by the event and class, so check your age division and the show’s Youth or Amateur requirements before entering. Read the eligibility rules.
What tack and attire do I need?
Discipline-appropriate tack is required; discipline-appropriate attire is recommended. Hunt coats, chaps, braiding and banding are optional. See tack and attire.
How long should the video be?
Follow your class instructions and film one continuous, unedited take. Rail walk-trot videos are 90–180 seconds; rail walk-trot-canter videos are 150–300 seconds. For patterns, record the complete printed sequence through the finish. Read the filming guide.
When do I film?
Register before filming, with your entry placard visible at the start of the video. Upload anytime after you register, until November 30, 2026, 11:59 PM ET. Read the video rules.
Classes & divisions
Choose an age division or Open, then open a category to see its classes. Each class guide includes its video requirements and any assigned pattern.
Cash prize drawings
Every eligible paid class you enter earns tickets in the $1,500 grand prize drawing.
Win your class and you're also in the $1,000 first-place drawing; seconds draw for $500, thirds for $250.
Drawn live Dec 20, 8 PM ET.
No purchase necessary — see the Official Rules for the free referral entry, ticket amounts and full terms.
Who can enter
Most classes use 18 & Under, 19–49 or 50 & Over; adult Halter classes use 19 & Over. Western Country Pleasure and Saddle Seat Pleasure each have one Open division. No breed-association membership is listed as an entry requirement. The show's published eligibility requires exhibitors to qualify for Youth or Amateur divisions under AQHA, APHA or NSBA rules, with NRHA eligibility rules for Reining; professionals who do not meet those requirements may not enter. Read the eligibility rules and check your class guide before entering.
Judging
Every class is scored and placed by a carded judge using the discipline's rubric. Your scorecard shows your scores by category and your placing.
Results
Results posted after judging (Dec 12).
What you'll submit
- One continuous, unedited video for each class you enter. Register before you film.
- At the start, show your entry placard or clearly announce your name, filming date, horse's name and class. Keep the introduction and performance in the same recording.
- Film at home or your barn. Upload from your phone, tablet or computer before Nov 30, 11:59 PM ET.
Schedule
Entries open now
Registration is open.
Patterns posted
Pattern PDFs for all pattern classes published.
Oct 1, 2026, 9:00 AM EDT
Upload your video: anytime after you register, until Nov 30, 11:59 PM ET
Entries close
Registration and video submissions close. Complete paid class entries and eligible referral signups with verified email before the deadline. One no-purchase ticket goes to the referrer per eligible new referral signup.
Nov 30, 2026, 11:59 PM EST
Judging & results weekend
Judges score all entries; results finalized.
Dec 5, 2026, 9:00 AM EST – Dec 12, 2026, 6:00 PM EST
Prize drawing details posted
Dec 11, 2026, 12:00 PM EST
Live results + Prize Drawing broadcast
Results show and the provably fair Prize Drawing, live on stream.
Dec 20, 2026, 8:00 PM EST
$30first$25second$20after