NCHJA

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.

01/17/2026

Get your vote in now for 2025 Special Awards!

We encourage all current members to vote for the 2025 Special Awards. Voting will close at the conclusion of the general meeting that is in session right now!

https://us18.list-manage.com/survey?u=70a2ce982453e2b7486020dac&id=4c65695fe2&attribution=false

01/14/2026

Whoops!🥹 Our banquet registration form had a typo on the dates, please review this schedule of events to be sure you’re part of all the fun. We can’t wait to see everyone this weekend! For more info, visit NCHJA.com

01/06/2026

🌟 Calling all juniors! 🌟

Are you ready to make a difference in our equestrian community? Join us as a NCHJA Junior Board Representative! 🐴✨

If you're interested, reach out today to complete your interest form. Elections are happening at the junior luncheon during the Annual Meeting and Awards Banquet on January 17, 2026. 📅

Complete your Interest Form:

https://us18.list-manage.com/survey?u=70a2ce982453e2b7486020dac&id=580f7c0be4&attribution=false

This is an amazing opportunity to help shape the junior program and assist with events like the Annual Horse Show and C Medal Finals Horse Show. Don’t miss your chance to be a voice for your peers! 💪💙

12/15/2025

12/11/2025

Big things are on the horizon for NCHJA! 🌟 Make note of these dates and mark your calendars and get ready for some exciting events ahead! ✨📅

12/05/2025

🌟🐴✨ December 1 marks the start of a new year for NCHJA, USHJA, and USEF! Don't forget to update your memberships and horse recordings, and check your SafeSport status! 📝🏇 Year-end points with NCHJA are final on December 15, so make sure you're all set!

11/17/2025

Congratulations Monica! 🌟