ASR Diplomat of the Breed

11/06/2020

Meet Our New ASR Diplomat of the Breed- Love Me A Latte
We are pleased to announce our next ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness is Love Me A Latte (138553). She is a seventeen-year-old American Saddlebred mare that has endeared herself to her community through her versatility, approachability, and good nature. Our ASR Diplomat of the Breed will receive a custom halter from Freedman Harness to promote the impact she has had on the American Saddlebred community.
Read her full ambassador story: https://asha.net/newsItem?id=53009

10/15/2020

Behold the beauty...🐴🌾💙
There is no better place to discover the possibilities of finding partnership, peace, perspective & more than through the ears of the American Saddlebred. Learn more at www.saddlebred.com
SHARE what you FIND through the ears of the American Saddlebred in the comments ⬇!

Thank you to Missy Hughes Smith and Ever Glades Farm, Inc for sharing this amazing view from ASR Diplomat of the Breed CH Callaway's Winning Number with us!

10/08/2020

Nominate Your ASR Diplomat of the Breed Today!
Do you know a registered American Saddlebred that has changed a life, influenced a family, impacted a community, or promoted the breed nominate that breed ambassador today! The ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness is an honor of a lifetime for the amazing American Saddlebreds that help and make come true!
Learn more➡https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/

10/07/2020

We are pleased to announce our next ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness is Callaway's Captain Bacardi (119740). He is a thirteen-year-old American Saddlebred gelding that fosters a love for the breed in his barn family and breed demonstrations in the Midwest. Our ASR Diplomat of the Breed will receive a custom halter from Freedman Harness to promote the impact he has on the American Saddlebred community.
Read full story ➡https://asha.net/newsItem?id=52896

10/07/2020

We are pleased to announce the July 2020 ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness is Last Day At Sea (116748). He is a fifteen-year-old American Saddlebred gelding that has shared the unique nature of the American Saddlebred with different areas of the equine and local community. Our ASR Diplomat of the Breed will receive a custom halter from Freedman Harness to promote the impact he has on the American Saddlebred community.
Read more ➡ https://asha.net/newsItem?id=52510

07/13/2020

Congratulations to ASR Diplomat of the Breed Royal Crest's Granite Permission and Lily Callahan for their victory at Training Level during the Champagne Run Horse Trials. This breed ambassador team continues to be great representatives for the American Saddlebred and youth exhibitors in the eventing world!

Learn more about making your horse an ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness today: https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/

07/13/2020

As seen in US Equestrian Magazine, ASR Diplomat of the Breed Rocky Mountain Memories aka Reggie from Blue Willow Farm! Reggie and his friends from Blue Willow Farm traveled around to senior centers and rehab facilities all through Lexington, KY to spread Saddlebred Smiles during those left isolated and lonely because of the COVID pandemic. They made national television in April and are now about to in the summer 2020 edition of US Equestrian magazine that is available to the over 180,000+ members of USEF!
Learn more about making your horse an ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness today: https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/

06/16/2020

We are pleased to announce the June 2020 ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness is Eveready (115335G*)1 . He was an eighteen-year-old American Saddlebred gelding that has brought the power of to every level of the equine community. Our ASR Diplomat of the Breed will receive a custom halter from Freedman Harness to honor his memory and the impact he has had on the American Saddlebred community.

We are pleased to announce the June 2020 ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman’s is Eveready (115335G*) 1 . He was an eighteen-year-old American Saddlebred gelding that has brought the ...

04/28/2020

Spotlight 🐴💪❤ ASR Diplomat of the Breed Good Night Sweet Dreams and Vantage Point Farm, LLC our spreading Saddlebred Smiles at Harvest Home & Inwood Crossing senior center. Proud to have the Horse America Made and our community members always there to lend a helping hoof and hand to those in need. Nothing like a visit from an American Saddlebred and friends to spread positivity during these trying times!
If you are helping bring Saddlebred Smiles to your community during these days of social distancing tag us in your posts!

04/18/2020

Stars from Blue Willow Farm to be featured TOMORROW on Fox & Friends. The show airs Sunday, April 19, 6-10am ET. Tune-in to catch Julie Kaufman share her passion for spreading smiles in the senior community in Lexington, KY with "horse power"🐴❤🐴
Thank you to Julie, Andrea, ASR Diplomat of the Breed Rocky Mountain Memories and the other amazing horses from BWF that make this act of kindness possible!
Thank you to our sponsors Freedman Harness for helping us honor these great ambassadors of the American Saddlebred!

01/02/2020

Happy New Year‼🎉🐴 We want to wish all of our ASR Diplomat of the Breed ambassadors a happy birthday 🎂 and thank our sponsors Freedman Harness for helping us honor these special American Saddlebreds in 2019! We look forward to distinguishing more worthy breed ambassadors in 2020!
Nominate your horse today ➡ https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/

01/02/2020

November 2019 ASR Diplomat of the Breed Sponsored by Freedman Harness is Royal Crest’s Granite Permission (113232G). Affectionately known as “Moose,” this 16-year-old gelding by Red Hot Lovin’ and out of Royal Crest Stone that has been taking the eventing scene by storm with his trusted partner Lily Callahan!
"Above all the titles, changed public perspective and breed ambassador work Moose has fulfilled the highest calling one can ever ask of a horse he has changed his owner’s life for the better. Lily herself shares, “Moose was simply a blank piece that fit into the puzzle of my heart. [Initially], Moose temporarily took my mind off all of the bad things in my life, but, over time, he became the missing piece I needed so desperately. "
To read his full story 📰➡ https://asha.net/newsItem?id=50622
To nominate your own Diplomat of the Breed ➡ https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/

United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA)

08/30/2019

We are pleased to announce the August 2019 ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness is CH Harlem’s Sweet Success (116593G). He is a fourteen-year-old gelding that has brought the power of to every level of the equine community.

"Danny", is a champion in the ring and in the hearts of all who know him. He has brought great success and service to his people, allowing all levels of riders to be a winner! From 4-H to Therapeutic Riding to the World's Championship Horse Show, Danny and his people are helping to . His long-time Amateur, Owner, Trainer team of Phyllis Boucheck Brannon & Caitlin Brannon have worked very hard share this wonderful ambassador of our breed with all types of equine enthusiasts!

Our ASR Diplomat of the Breed will receive a custom halter from Freedman Harness to show the world the impact he has had on the American Saddlebred.

07/27/2019

We are pleased to announce the July 2019 ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness is Red-Shirt Freshman (117526G). He is a thirteen-year-old gelding that has given back as much as he has received to bring hope and healing to those who have been there for him.
"We have both returned to the show ring to promote the versatility of the American Saddlebred while saluting our country with our flag presentation. Red-Shirt Freshman loves to carry the flag, and especially likes to pick it up on the run. In addition, I hope our ride will inspire others to pair up with an American Saddlebred as a method to journey past life’s unexpected struggles." shares his owner Lisa Whittle

For his impact on the breed and those that love them, he will receive a custom halter from Freedman's Harness to show the world his is a diplomat of the great American Saddlebred breed!

06/28/2019

Proud to have 2️⃣ of our ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness participating in BreyerFest 2019!
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Thank you Paddyngton's Mark of Distinction & Blue Willow Farm Reggie for volunteering to !

Saddlebred Stars for BreyerFest 2019 Announced, Saddlebred Strong Series, ASR FAQs+ More!

06/04/2019

Our May 2019 ASR Diplomat of the Breed sponsored by Freedman Harness
Sultry Eve (133828)!
Affectionately known as “Eve”, this 22-year-old mare by After The Fire and out of Dazzle Time that has been impacting the future of the American Saddlebred industry for over 15 years! An adorable bay mare that was bred by Euchee Matthews, she has been loved and the devoted partner of Julie Kaufman of Blue Willow Farm and their riding program since the spring of 2004. From the show ring to the cover of equestrian magazines, Eve defines the dependability and nurturing nature of the breed!

Full 📰: https://asha.net/newsItem?id=48497

06/04/2019

Our April 2019 ASR Diplomat of the Breed Sponsored by Freedman Harness
CH Highpoint’s Supreme Thunder (101778G)! “Scooby” as he is affectionately known, is an American Saddlebred that exemplifies how life is about living, loving and finding your joy!

Raymond Manahan shares, “To say people are drawn to his stall is an understatement - in fact, to try to let him rest for 30 minutes (between his performances and “petting” time) we placed the show cart in front of his stall with “wet paint” signs on it and roped it off…. well that didn’t stop the crowd from climbing over ropes and then the cart to reach into his stall and pet him.”
Full 📰: https://asha.net/newsItem?id=48300

03/29/2019

Our March 2019 Diplomat of the Breed is R Haitian Legacy (117931G)!
“Olaf” as he is affectionately known, is an American Saddlebred that teaches, promotes and most importantly positively impacts everyone around him.

“No price can be placed on what this American Saddlebred has done for our family. He has brought us closer together and has helped us grow in more ways than I can count. For my children, he represents a shining light, a teacher and most importantly a best friend that captures all their concerns and worries. As a new parent, he was the answer to hope, completion, fulfillment, a family!”

Thank you to Olaf, the Masnica Family and Harris Riding Academy for all they do to

Full article⬇: https://asha.net/newsItem?id=48145

Sponsored by Freedman Harness

03/14/2019

Check out our September 2018 ASR Diplomat of the Breed Good Night Sweet Dreams back at the RODEOHOUSTON promoting the !

Vantage Point Farm, LLC thank you for getting this great horse back there to !

Do you have a registered American Saddlebred that should be the next Diplomat of the Breed?!?!
SUBMIT THEM TODAY ➡https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/

03/06/2019

Our February 2019 Diplomat of the Breed is Stylin' (104664G)!

He is an with a big heart and a dynamite demeanor. Whether in the show ring or in the community he has an exceptional talent for making the most of first impressions. Introducing the breed to many through Kentucky 4-H and local elementary school visits!

“He is the little engine that could and is ready for anything you put in front of him. While the minute you sit down in the saddle he is 100% show horse, he immediately takes the stage as a diplomat with a calm and focused manner that is needed to meet the needs of his audience”

Thank you to Stylin' and his mom Alexandra Harper for all they do to

Full article⬇: https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/dob-stylin/

Sponsored by Freedman Harness
4-H

02/01/2019

Our January 2019 Diplomat of the Breed is Very Scary (148109M)!

"Buffy" is an that takes every opportunity to participate! From weddings to clinics she is there with her owner/rider Jillian Tsiplakis to show can happen anywhere!

"Whether it is through introducing children from community outreach programs to a horse for the first time or as a viral sensation as a Brides-Neighed in her owner’s wedding, Buffy is a poster child for breed promotion."

Thank you to Buffy and her mom Jillian for all they do to

Full article⬇: https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/dob-veryscarry/

Sponsored by Freedman Harness

12/21/2018

Our December 2018 Diplomat of the Breed Paddyngton's Mark of Distinction!

We can't thank this month's honoree enough for all the presentations and events he and his Owner, Trainer, Rider Holly Armstrong go to represent the !

“Marcus” is a true Ambassador of the American Saddlebred and has introduced our wonderful breed to thousands through expos, demonstrations, meet and greets, parades, TV, and newspapers. Through his beautiful exhibitions and his superb personality, he leaves every new fan he meets with a love for the American Saddlebred horse.

Full article link ⬇
📰: https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/dob-paddyngtonsmarkofdistinction/
Sponsored by Freedman Harness

11/23/2018

November's Diplomat of the Breed- Millennium’s Breakfast At Tiffany’s (136631M)

“Tiffany” is an American Saddlebred that defines and exceeds the expectations we could ever have for an applicant. She serves a far higher purpose than she was ever expected to when she was originally brought to Lenux Stables. Tiffany has become a best friend, physical therapist, counselor, and a lifesaver for the Smith family that is blessed to call her theirs.

Smiths are forever grateful to Tiffany, “We trust her with our most precious gift, Ava, every day” Jenifer Smith

Full article in link ⬇
📰 : https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/dob-millenniumsbreakfastattiffanys/

Sponsored by Freedman Harness

11/22/2018

Happy Thanksgiving! We are appreciative for all our great that are Diplomat of the Breed!

11/14/2018

Tis’ the season 🍁🦃🍂
If you have an American Saddlebred you are thankful for share them with American Saddlebred Horse Association today!

10/31/2018

10/27/2018

October's Diplomat of the Breed-CH Callaway’s Winning Number (110956)

A once in a lifetime horse for the Rowland Family of Ever Glades Farm, Inc and trainer Missy Hughes Smith that is the epitome of the American Saddlebred!

"His greatness is not just measured in his accomplishments, but in his willingness"

Full article in link ⬇
📰 :https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/dob-callawayswinningnumber/

Sponsored by Freedman Harness

09/21/2018

September's Diplomat of the Breed- Good Night Sweet Dreams (117664)

Shining for Vantage Point Farm and May Chadick in the ring, community and at the rodeo!

" In addition to his success in the show ring, he made an unequivocal impression on the other exhibitors, judges and spectators. This horse of a “different breed” gained countless fans at the rodeo with his personality, elegance and intelligence. He won more hearts with every spectator who made a visit to his stall door during the event. Truly an amazing contribution and true diplomat!”

Full article in link ⬇
📰 : https://asha.net/newsItem?id=47028

Sponsored by Freedman Harness

09/21/2018

August's Diplomat of the Breed- Rocky Mountain Memories (110917)

"There aren’t enough words to express how much joy the amiable, versatile and multi-talented Reggie has brought to those in our industry as well as to those meeting a Saddlebred for the first time. Reggie is most deserving of his new title, ASR Diplomat of the Breed!"

Full article in link ⬇

📰:https://asha.net/registry/asrdiplomatofthebreed/dob-rockymountain/

Sponsored by Freedman Harness