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August 29th through September 2nd. 

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Ariat International is the proud title sponsor of the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic and is the leading performance footwear and apparel brand for equestrian athletes around the world.  Find information on Ariat products today at the official website:  www.Ariat.com or look for Ariat products, which can be found worldwide through a network of retail partners.  To find a retailer near you, click here.


2012 Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic
Bigger and Better Than Ever!
Nearly a Quarter of a Million Dollars in Added Money
Thousands of Competitors & Attendees
Large Western Trade Show
Hollywoodstinseltown Open Futurity

Turnabout Farm Non Pro Futurity
Darling Ranch Open Derby
Spooks Gotta Whiz Developing Horse Futurity
Enhanced Youth Programs and Special Spooks Gotta Whiz Youth Night
South-Central Regional Affiliate Finals
Three Slates of Ancillary Classes
Focus on Exhibitor Experience & Hospitality 
The Final Event in the OKRHA Buckle Series 
Proud Participating Event in the 2012 Reining Super Series
Green Reiner Classes


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The Global Reining Sport Group (GRSG) is pleased to announce the return of the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic, August 29-September 2, 2012 at the renowned Expo Square, Tulsa, OK.

The Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic will once again be held at the beautiful Expo Square in Tulsa, OK. Early move-in dates and exclusive paid warm-up slots will be available to patrons and sponsors of the event starting as early as Saturday, August 25th, pending demand.

Building from the overwhelming success of the 2011 event, the GRSG has set goals of continued growth and a strong focus on exhibitor and sponsor experience for 2012.

New to the schedule at last year's Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic were a few pioneering concepts, like the Developing Horse Futurity.  GRSG is excited to present the Spooks Gotta Whiz Developing Horse Futurity once again.  Intended for horses and riders who may not want to compete at the highest level, the Spooks Gotta Whiz Developing Horse Futurity offers riders a chance to develop their young horses in a competitive setting.

Also new is an enhanced focus on youth activities at the event.  Watch for exciting announcements for special events as we approach the show.

Please join us at the 2012 Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic.  A stop not-to-be-missed in the 2012 show season, the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic is THE place to be!

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Much of what Reiners from around the world have come to love about the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic will continue in 2012.  The event will still hold big-money aged event classes for futurity and derby horses, will still have multiple slates of ancillary classes and will once again be the host to the South Central Regional Affiliate Final, thanks to a firm partnership with OKRHA and plenty of hospitality and fun at this AA-rated Reining event.

Expo Square in Tulsa, OK will once again play host to the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic, and through several steps of improvements, riders will notice new stalls, enhancements to the facility and other developments that will benefit all attendees at the show.

Sponsorship, Patronship and participant information is available by clicking here and the Global Reining Sport Group looks forward to welcoming supporting individuals and corporations for this very important and widely-celebrated event.

The Global Reining Sport Group is an all-inclusive production and sport-venture group comprised of industry leaders, all with the common goal of helping to advance the sport of Reining and all western horse sport.  With projects like ShowNet Mobile – an innovative iPhone and Droid app to help you enjoy, track, watch and archive runs and Reining events, Global Reining Sport Group is always looking for new and innovative ways to apply its efforts to the benefit of western horse sport.

Breaking News!

Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic Announces Renewed Support from Historical Title Sponsor, Ariat International 

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The Global Reining Sport Group, owners and producers of the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic, is thrilled to announce today the continued support from Ariat International as the title sponsor of this prestigious event.  Title sponsors since nearly the inception, Ariat International has been instrumental in the Tulsa community’s support of this annual top-five Reining event.

Scheduled from August 29 to September 2, the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic will once again be held at the beautiful Expo Square in Tulsa, OK. Early move-in dates and exclusive paid warm-up slots will be available to patrons and sponsors of the event, along with a multitude of other elite benefits.

For 2012, Ariat has maintained their support to show continued partnership with the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic, as one of the cornerstones in the annual show season.   “We are proud to have always been the title sponsor of the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic and look forward to yet another successful year in Tulsa,” said Susan Alcala Vice President, Partnership Marketing at Ariat International, “We are excited about the new and innovative components to the show schedule and we know it will continue to be an incredible event for Ariat and will carry on as one of the most high-impact Reining events in the world.”

Prior to 2011, the Oklahoma Reining Horse Association crafted and grew the event into a major showcase for the sport.  Beginning last year, the event was acquired by the Global Reining Sport Group (GRSG) and major renovations were made in order to continue OKRHA’s hard work and upward growth pattern.

“For past exhibitors and new friends alike, the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic is a special and dynamic event in our industry, and one with a bright future.  Building from our momentum in 2011, we are very excited to show the world what is in store at the 2012 Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic, and beyond,” said Colleen McQuay, president of the Global Reining Sport Group.

GRSG is excited to also announce that it will continue its wildly successful Developing Horse Futurity at the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic.  Intended for horses and riders who may not want to compete at the highest level, the Developing Horse Futurity offers riders a chance to develop their young horses in a competitive setting.

In 2012, much of what Reiners from around the world have come to love about the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic will be familiar.  The event will still hold big-money aged event classes, will still have multiple slates of ancillary classes and will once again be the host to the South Central Regional Affiliate Final, thanks to a firm partnership with OKRHA as well as plenty of hospitality and fun at this AA rated Reining event.

Sponsorship, Patronship and participant information will be available in the coming two weeks and the Global Reining Sport Group looks forward to welcoming supporting individuals and corporations for this very important and widely-celebrated event.

An updated 2012 event website will be launched soon, giving all stakeholders a chance to gather information.  Until then, be sure to bookmark the website at:  TulsaReining.com as well as mark your schedules for August 29-Spetember 2 for the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic!

David and Bonnie Silva Secure Title Sponsorship of the Hollywoodstinseltown Open Futurity

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Long-time Reining supporters and widely recognized owners of top-level reining stallions Bonnie and David Silva of Silva Reining Horses have lent their support to the 2012 Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic by securing the title sponsor rights of the Hollywoodstinseltown Open Futurity.

The Hollywoodstinseltown Open Futurity offers $60,000 in added money for Open competitors in a showcase of exceptional three-year-old horses going for some of the industry’s most lucrative purses.

2010 FEI World Equestrian Games Gold Medalist with Tim McQuay, Hollywoodstinseltown was also the 2009 Derby Reserve Champion, 2009 Intermediate Open Derby Champion with Marco Ricotta, and was an Open Futurity finalist. Hollywoodstinseltown, by Hollywood Dun It and out of the great mare Miss Tinseltown, was also Res. Open Champion and Intermediate Open Champion at the prestigious National Reining Breeders Classic.  Hollywoodstinseltown is currently standing at McQuay Stables and is available in the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic Stallion Service Auction.  A top-quality breeding operation based in Pilot Point, Texas, Silva Reining Horses is one of the industry’s leading breeding farms with exceptional broodmare and stallion options.  Visit Silva Reining Horses online at: www.SilvaReining.com  Hollywoodstinseltown and other Silva Reining Horses breeding options can be acquired through McQuay Stables.

“My husband David and I, along with the entire team at Silva Reining Horses are thrilled to be the title sponsor of this influential futurity.  The Hollywoodstinseltown Open Futurity will be one of the most thrilling components of the 2012 Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic and we’re delighted to be supporting this important event,” said Bonnie Silva of Silva Reining Horses.

Veteran Reining professional and long-time rider of the stallion, Tim McQuay had this to say, “Hollywoodstinseltown is a terrific horse and a very dynamic stallion.  He is one of the most widely known young studs because of his high-profile accomplishments and it’s very fitting that this exciting futurity be named in his honor.  Hollywoodstinseltown is a very special son of Hollywood Dun It.”  Hollywood Dun It was named to the AQHA Hall of Fame earlier this year and is arguably the most recognized stallion in the Reining horse industry.

Whether you’re a futurity competitor or a fan of Reining, ATRC’s Hollywoodstinseltown Open Futurity should not be missed! 

The Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic Proudly Announces the Return of the Developing Horse Futurity, Brought to You By Michell Anne Kimball and Spooks Gotta Whiz

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The Global Reining Sport Group is proud to announce Michell Anne Kimball and her outstanding stallion Spooks Gotta Whiz have renewed their support of the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic.  As title sponsor of the Spooks Gotta Whiz Developing Horse Futurity, Michell is proud to carry on her strong belief in the development of young horses for success many years in the show pen.

The Spooks Gotta Whiz Developing Horse Futurity offers all four levels of Open competition for horses not competing in the Open Futurity with the same Open rider.  The Spooks Gotta Whiz Developing Horse Futurity was a dynamic new addition in 2011 that was met with overwhelming success.  The goal of the program is to ensure all horses get the opportunity to showcase their talents and charisma as they work to mature through the futurity season.

Plus, in 2012, Michell Anne Kimball has contributed even more support to the show, with resources ear-marked for youth activities.  Showing her continued support of the future of our industry, what better way to bring “Baby Spooks” together with the young riders in our sport?  Look for enhanced and entertaining youth events in the 2012 show, brought to you by Michell Anne Kimball and Spooks Gotta Whiz.

2010 Futurity Champion with Jordan Larson riding, Michell Anne Kimball's Spooks Gotta Whiz swept the 2010 Futurity with style, causing a major sensation in the Reining horse industry.  Check out Michell and "Baby Spooks" story and look into breeding opportunities by clicking on:  www.SpooksGottaWhiz.com 

Congratulations Michell Anne Kimball and Spooks Gotta Whiz - the Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic's renewed partner and the title sponsor of the Spooks Gotta Whiz Developing Horse Futurity! 


Ariat Tulsa Reining Classic:  August 29th through September 2nd.
Expo Square, Tulsa, OK, USA