NCHJA

05/21/2026

The future stars of the hunter ring take center stage at the NCHJA Annual Horse Show! 🌟

Join us bright and early in the Reynolds Family Grand Hunter Ring on Wednesday, June 24 for our Hunter Breeding classes, where young horses and ponies showcase their potential for future success in the sport.

Entries and schedule are available through ShowGrounds Live!

05/21/2026

NCHJA is excited to welcome Tull MD as an award sponsor!🌟

Tull MD will be awarding $100 gift certificates to the Champions of the following divisions and finals at the 44th NCHJA Annual Horse Show:
🏆 Adult Amateur Hunter Divisions
🏆 Amateur Owner Hunter Divisions
🏆 Low Adult Hunters
🏆 Junior/Amateur Jumpers
🏆 Bryan Jones Medal Final Winner

We are incredibly grateful for sponsors like Tull MD who support our exhibitors and help make the NCHJA Annual Show... more than a horse show! Thank you for investing in our equestrian community!

Learn more about Tull MD at https://tullmd.com

05/04/2026

NCHJA Annual at Tryon is officially open for entries and we can’t wait to welcome you for an unforgettable week.

👉 Enter now: https://tryon.showgroundslive.com

This is more than a horse show... it’s where our NCHJA community comes together. It’s early mornings at the barn, cheering at the in-gate, southern hospitality,, and supporting one another every step of the way. It’s top-level competition, meaningful connections, and memories that last.

🏆 Join us for premier classes, medal moments, and the tradition that makes NCHJA special.

📸Kirsten Hannah Photography

04/22/2026

Last Call to Qualify for NCHJA Medal Finals at Annual! ⏰

The qualifying period for the NCHJA Medal Finals ends May 31st, it's approaching quickly, but there’s still time to earn those final points! 🏅

The top 15 riders in each division will receive an invitation to compete at the NCHJA Medal Finals held this year in Tryon. Medal Finals winners receive $1,000!

Keep an eye on your standings and make these last weeks count!

More Than a Horse Show—It’s NCHJA Medal Finals.

📸 Kirsten Hannah Photography

04/18/2026

The NCHJA Annual at Tryon is more than a horse show. It’s a championship experience built on exceptional hospitality, meaningful education, and a strong commitment to junior riders. Anchored by our prestigious NCHJA Medal Finals and supported through initiatives like the Norah Morris Scholarship, the show celebrates competition, community, and giving back.

We’re thrilled to bring our signature competition to one of the premier equestrian destinations in the country for an exciting new chapter.

Stay tuned for details, and everything you need to plan your trip.

03/08/2026

Exciting news!

The NCHJA Annual Show is coming to Tryon International for 2026! 💫 This event, hosted June 24–28, marks the first time the NCHJA’s premier annual competition will be held in the North Carolina Foothills.

Competition highlights for the week include:
🔹 NCHJA Medal Finals (with each finals winner receiving a $1,000 educational grant!)
🔹 $10,000 USHJA Green Hunter Incentive South Regional Championship
🔹 $5,000 USHJA National Open Hunter Derby
🔹 $5,000 USHJA National Junior/Amateur Hunter Derby
🔹 $2,500 USHJA Pony Hunter Derby

Plus, the NCHJA Annual Show is a designated World Champion Hunter Rider (WCHR) Show for 2026! 🥇

Visit resort.tryon.com/press to learn more about this exciting addition to our 2026 Hunter/Jumper schedule.

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01/24/2026

🏅 NCHJA Hall of Fame Honors 🏅

We are proud to recognize two truly legendary inductees into the NCHJA Hall of Fame:
⭐ NCHJA Hall of Fame
• Jack Towell

⭐ NCHJA Hall of Fame Horse
• Toltec

These honors celebrate a lasting legacy of excellence, influence, and contribution to the sport. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition—your impact on the hunter/jumper community will be remembered for generations.

01/24/2026

🏆 2025 NCHJA Special Awards 🏆
Please join us in recognizing the outstanding individuals honored with our 2025 NCHJA Special Awards—each celebrated for their dedication, leadership, and positive impact on our equestrian community:
✨ Tully Fletcher Best Horse Show Parent
• Beth Smith
✨ John Dailey Horseman of the Year
• Steve Wall
✨ Patricia May Memorial Horsewoman of the Year
• Alexandra Dow Ray (Fun Fact: Alex is one of THREE in her family to win this award!)
✨ Jim Breedlove Sportsmanship Award
• Alan Parker



These awards reflect the commitment, integrity, and support that help make NCHJA such a strong and respected association. Congratulations to all of our honorees!

01/24/2026

🏆 2025 NCHJA Year Awards – Special Junior Rider Honors 🏆
Please join us in celebrating our 2025 NCHJA Special Award recipients, recognizing outstanding junior riders across both the “A” and “C” circuits. These riders exemplify dedication, talent, and sportsmanship throughout the show year:

✨ My Favorite Bowtie “C” Show Best Junior Rider on a Pony
• Evie Baker
✨ Wedgewood Surprise “C” Show Best Junior Rider on a Horse
• Kolbie Watson
✨ “A” Show Best Junior Rider on a Pony
• Emily Norman
✨ “A” Show Best Junior Rider on a Horse
• Eden Sharp
Congratulations to each of these riders on a well-earned achievement! We’re proud to recognize your hard work and success in the ring 👏

01/19/2026

Introducing the 2026 NCHJA Executive Committee & Board of Directors! 🐴✨

We’re excited to announce the dedicated leaders guiding NCHJA into the new year. Thank you to everyone who participated in the voting process and to our incredible members who serve to support our equestrian community.