AjPHA November Member Spotlight

Name: Courtney Hall
Age: 16
Grade: 10th
School: Sherwood High School
Hometown: Creighton, MO

Club (if involved in one): Missouri Paint Horse Club and Missouri Junior Paint Horse club

Favorite Activities (outside of horses): Volleyball, basketball, church youth group, 4-h, and having fun with my friends.

Horses name (Barn and Registered)?
My Perfect Zippo AKA- Flash

What are your favorite events/activities with your horse?
Hunter Under Saddle, Hunt Seat Equitation, and showmanship because they require a lot of patience and lots of practice!

What do you like most about paint horses?
I like their personalities, and how no two are exactly alike.

What do you like most about AjPHA?
I like that everyone can be a part of it, and everyone that you meet are so nice and informative.|

 What has owning a horse taught you?
It has taught me patience, responsibility, intelligence, and love for animals. They are a lot of work, but having them love you back is the best reward ever.

What would you say to someone who might be interested in owning a paint horse?
I would tell them they should definitely own a paint horse! They will have a new best friend and a ton of great experiences and memories!

What would you say to someone that is thinking about starting to compete in APHA shows?
Go for it! You may not always win but the friendships, experiences, and lessons that you learn from it will be with you forever!