What a weekend in Murfreesboro! The 2025 TQHA September Circuit brought out incredible horses and a whole lot of Tennessee hospitality. With 1,805 entries, the show had full classes and lots of fun! Here’s a quick lap around the best moments and results.
A Tailgate to Remember
Saturday night’s TQHA Amateur Association Fall Tailgate turned the Miller Club into the best seat in the house. Guests enjoyed a full BBQ spread while cheering on the action in the pen—proof that good food and great friends make every class more fun.
Inaugural TQHA Trail Challenge
Brought to you by Ryan Cottinghim Show Horses and Harris Leather & Silverworks, our first-ever Trail Challenge delivered precision, style, and serious fan energy.
Winners: Shawn Hayes & Rachel Trebesh — they took home custom Harris spurs for their win.
English Versatility Champions
Open: Miranda Rogers
Non Pro: Sarah Chabot
These riders showed exactly what English Versatility is all about—forward, balanced trips with polish. Thanks to TQHA for the Show pad awards and to Zach Moore Horse Shoeing for the Prize Horse Shoe Coasters!
“An Exhibitor’s Perspective” Showmanship Clinic with Joe Whitt
AQHA Select Amateur World Champion Joe Whitt led a hands-on clinic focused on ring craft, confidence, and the details that separate good from great. In total, 26 hands-on participants and 15 auditors benefited from the clinic, making it one of the weekend’s most engaging learning opportunities.
Hospitality Highlights
The September Circuit wouldn’t be complete without the generous support of our hospitality sponsors.
Tennessee Equine provided a delicious sandwich lunch on Friday that kept exhibitors energized between classes.
Tricia Summers and Kristen Roberts Realty of Luxury Homes International treated exhibitors to morning breakfast bites and coffee, making sure everyone started the day on the right note.
Special Thanks for Show Prizes
A huge thank you to Ferguson’s Tack Store and Hold It Magnetic Numbers for providing outstanding circuit award and horse show prizes that made the victories even sweeter.
Official Show Photography
The moments of the September Circuit were beautifully captured by Miranda Taylor Photography, the official show photographer. Exhibitors and families can view and purchase proofs directly on her website: Miranda Taylor Photography.
2025 September Circuit All-Around Winners
Small Fry – Michaela Gardner, It’s Blazing Men
L1 Youth Walk/Trot – Harper Finley, Everyone Likes Pie
L1 Amateur Walk/Trot – Amanda Cadrecha, Lazy To The Roan
L1 Youth – Ruthie Hall, Blackies Good Bar
L1 Amateur – Noreen Hornsby, Quick Lil Whiz
Youth 13 & Under – Maycee Watt, Wrap Up The Money
Youth 14–18 – Mary Cate Kerr, Suddenly Remembered
Amateur – Hayley Kittler, Certified Technician
Amateur Select – Katherine Haynes, Trading Secrets
Open – Kim Burritt, Do You Have A Winner
Youth Ranch – Abigail Lewis, Buck Roo
Amateur Ranch – Ashley Jindrich, The Best Pickup Line
Open Ranch – Abigail Lewis, Buck Roo
Full class results and circuit award winners can be found at TQHA.org/events.
Shipping Your Award
If you won an All-Around, please email tnquaterhorse@gmail.com so we can get your award shipped.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
That wraps up our TQHA Horse Shows for the 2025 Year-End Awards season. We couldn’t do it without the generous support of our sponsors:
Gold Level Sponsors
Cathy Herrin Performance Horses
Scot Kyle Show Horses
Delaney Rostad Performance Horses
Lone Star Ranch Services
Custom Collars Boutique
Smith Insurance Service
B+L Stables
Silver Sponsor
Tyrell Quarter Horses
Congrats to every exhibitor, owner, trainer, sponsor, and volunteer who made the TQHA September Circuit—with 1,805 entries—such a standout success. We look forward to celebrating together at the 2025 TQHA Year-End Awards Banquet and Convention!
