Iowa Quarter Horse Racing Association

The Official Representative For Quarter Horse Racing in Iowa

The Quarter Horse Wire

August 2011
A horse! A horse! My kingdom for a horse! Shakespeare
Top Qualifiers For The Iowa Double Gold Futurity & The Iowa Double Gold Derby

Prairie Meadows 2011 Quarter Horse Stakes Schedule

August 19
Iowa Double Gold Futurity IQHRA Sale Futurity

August 20
Iowa Double Gold Derby Keokuk

September 2
J. Garvan Kellys Shanachee (Country Chicks Man) was the fastest of 24 hopefuls for the Iowa Double Gold Futurity, winning her trial August 1 by covering 350 yards in a time of 17.729.

PrM Starter Allowance Challenge PrM Distance Challenge PrM Derby Challenge

September 3
PrM Distaff Challenge PrM Juvenile Challenge PrM Championship Challenge

Alonzo Orozcos Naturally Talented (Prime Talent) posted the best time of 16 hopefuls for the Iowa Double Gold Derby. He ran 400 yards in a time of 19.671 in winning his trial August 2.

Complete Schedule On Page 6!

Editor-In-Chief John Hernandez, Executive Secretary, IQHRA Questions or comments? Email john.hernandez@iqhra.com or call (760) 801-6103

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The Quarter Horse Wire
August 2011

Presidents Message
With this years Double Gold Futurity and Derby trials completed, we are officially off and running in our second stand-alone Quarter Horse meet at Prairie Meadows. Congratulations to those of you who made the finals and good luck on August 19th and 20th. A few quick reminders on some of our early Quarter Horse racing events. On opening night, August 19th, Iowa wrestling coaches Tom and Terry Brands and their staff will be on hand to meet and greet everyone. Saturday, August 20 th is Ball Park Franks Night at the Races. Friday, August 26 th, Iowa Basketball coach Fran McCaffery and his staff will be on hand to meet and greet everyone. Saturday, August 27 th, from 8:00-10:00 A.M., the IQHRA and Prairie Meadows will host Morning at the Meadows. That evening Ben Hudson, owner of Track Magazine, will be on hand to meet everyone. As you can see, our live racing events schedule is full of excitement so please plan to attend and offer support to our fabulous industry. This years Awards Banquet is quickly approaching. It is set for Sunday, August 28 at the Ramada Tropics Resort and Conference Center. We are very excited to have Ben Hudson of Track Magazine as our Master of Ceremonies and also jockey Tadd Leggett will be on hand as a guest speaker. To make reservations call Brenda Onstot at 515-238-4524 or email her at bonstot@aol.com. This is going to be a wonderful event.
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Also, dont forget this years IQHRA Fall Mixed Sale on September 11 th at the Iowa State Fairgrounds. Sale catalogs will be mailed out to all members very soon. A reminder that all yearlings passing through the sale ring will be eligible for the 2012 IQHRA Fall Sale Futurity ($37,500 added). I want to wish everyone the best of luck this racing season at Prairie Meadows. I look forward to seeing you all in the Winners Circle!

Tom Lepic President, IQHRA

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2011 OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS
President
Tom Lepic 6 Lake Pointe Rd Iowa City, IA 52240 (319) 331-2306 / tlepic@hotmail.com

OFFICERS Vice President

Butch Bain 6355 NE14th Street Des Moines, IA 50313 (515) 289-2070 / butchbainranch@aol.com

Treasurer/Special Projects
Janet Rinehart 3535 East Court Des Moines, IA 50317 (515) 262-2342 / jrinehart@iqhra.com

Secretary
Chris Hovey 25327 Sportsman Club Road Adel, IA 50003 (515) 993-5150 / chovey@wildblue.net

Immediate Past President

Butch Hammer 411 5th Street West Des Moines, IA 50265 (515) 255-4223 / butchhammercarpet@msn.com

Executive Secretary
John Hernandez 103 East 6th Avenue Slater, IA 50244 (760) 801-6103 / john.hernandez@iqhra.com

DIRECTORS 2011
Wyetta Hammer 1135 W North Avenue, Norwalk, IA 52011 (515) 981-4399 / wyettahammer@gmail.com Butch Wessels 730 Albert Street, Lamont, IA 50650 (563) 924-2578 Dick Tobin 29697 Imperial Road, Maryville, MO 64468 (660) 927-3758 / dianemaryville@aol.com Dave Spieker 5002 Delaware Street, Norwalk, IA 50211 (515) 981-0123 / dspeiker@aol.com

2012
Bob Urich 4211 NE 38th Street, Des Moines, IA 59317 (515) 262-4307 Larry Henry 2600 Robin, New Virginia, IA 50210 (641) 342-2600 / qtrhorse@iowatelecom.net Jim Harvey 2632 160th Street, Van Meter, IA 50261 (515) 266-6904 / jharvey@iowastatefair.org John Lawless 26345 220th Street, Eldora, IA 50627 (641) 858-2578 / lawjoh@hotmail.com

2013
Don Rayner 5919 Sand Road SE, Lone Treet, IA 52755 (319) 331-5969 Brenda Onstot 8010 155th Avenue, Indianola, IA 50125 (515) 238-4524 / bonstot@aol.com Robert Moore 5617 33rd Avenue, Center Point, IA 52213 (319) 350-3240 / robertmoorefamfun@aol.com Leonard Reed 5465 88th Avenue, Norwalk, IA 50211 (515) 981-0823 / (515) 321-9579 Terry Thorson 4737 West 58th Street N, Newton, IA 50208 (641) 831-3362 / terry_thorson@yahoo.com

ALTERNATES
Richard Reed 6220 50th Avenue, Norwalk, IA 50211 (515) 981-5528 / plumbingreeds@aol.com

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2011 Quarter Horse Stakes Schedule

Date Run 8/19/2011 8/19/2011 8/20/2011 8/20/2011 9/2/2011 9/2/2011 9/2/2011 9/3/2011 9/3/2011 9/3/2011 9/17/2011 9/24/2011 9/30/2011 9/30/2011 9/30/2011 10/1/2011 10/1/2011 10/1/2011 10/1/2011 10/1/2011 10/1/2011 Race Iowa Double Gold Futurity (RGIII) IQHRA Sale Futurity (RGIII) Iowa Double Gold Derby Keokuk (GIII) PRM Starter Allowance Challenge* PRM Distance Challenge* PRM Derby Challenge (GIII)* PRM Distaff Challenge* PRM Juvenile Challenge* Sex/Age Two Year Olds Two Year Olds Three Year Olds Three Years Old & Up Three Years Old & Up Three Years Old & Up Three Year Olds Fillies & Mares, 3 & Up Two Year Olds Purse $50,000 A (Est. $100,000) $37,500 A $45,000 A (Est. $70,000) $45,000 A $15,000 A $22,500 A $27,500 A $22,500 A $30,000 A $70,000 A $20,000 A $25,000 A $45,000 A $50,000 A (Est. $100,000) $80,000 A (Est. $200,000) $100,000 A (Est. $125,000) $80,000 A (Est. $100,000) $50,000 A $40,000 A $35,000 A $25,000 A Distance 350 Yards 350 Yards 400 Yards 400 Yards 350 Yards 870 Yards 400 Yards 400 Yards 350 Yards 440 Yards 350 Yards 870 Yards 440 Yards 400 Yards 350 Yards 350 Yards 400 Yards 400 Yards 350 Yards 350 Yards 400 Yards 9/17/2011 9/17/2011 9/16/2011 9/16/2011 9/17/2011 9/17/2011 8/19/2011 8/19/2011 8/19/2011 8/20/2011 8/20/2011 8/20/2011 Trial Date 8/1/2011 8/2/2011 8/2/2011

PRM Championship Challenge (GII)* Three Years Old & Up PRM John Deere Bonus Challenge* Covered Bridges Two Rivers (GIII) Altoona Derby (GIII) Valley Junction Futurity (GIII) Jim Bader Futurity (IA) Polk County Derby (IA) Terrace Hill (RGIII) (IA) Future of Iowa (IA) Iowa Stallion Futurity Iowa Stallion Derby Three Years Old & Up Three Years Old & Up Three Years Old & Up Three Year Olds Two Year Olds Two Year Olds Three Year Olds Three Year Olds & Up Fillies & Mares, 3&Up Two Year Olds Three Year Olds

* Subject to change pending AQHA Racing Challenge approval. September 2 & 3 - Prairie Meadows Bank of America Challenge Championships Weekend* September 30 - Prairie Meadows Quarter Horse Champions Night October 1 - Iowa Quarter Horse Champions Night For information on stakes, nominations, condition books and stall applications please visit our website at www.prairiemeadows.com. If you have questions, contact Chad Keller in the racing office at 515-957-3027 or 800-325-9015 Ext. 1205 or chad.keller@prairiemeadows.com. Prairie Meadows Racetrack and Casino 1 Prairie Meadows Drive Altoona, IA 50009-0901

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The official representative for Quarter Horse Racing in the State of Iowa

OUR MISSION STATEMENT

It is the mission of the Iowa Quarter Horse Racing Association to support and enhance the ownership, breeding, and racing experience of our members. The IQHRA accomplishes its mission by promoting its goals and objectives, in a mutually cooperative and beneficial manner, with race track officials, owners, breeders, horse racing industry related groups, businesses, and the general public. Join The IQHRA Today! Your Annual Membership Includes: Voting Rights IQHRA Newsletter Invitation To All Associations Functions Eligibility For Year-end Iowa Bred Racing Awards Complimentary One-Year Subscription To TRACK Magazine

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IQHRA ANNUAL LABOR DAY PICNIC

Prairie Meadows Pavilion Monday September 5, 2011 Lunch 2 P.M.
Fun For The Kids Door Prizes All-American Futurity Handicapping Contest Live Quarter Horse Racing @ 4 P.M. Simulcasting From Ruidoso Downs featuring the All American Futurity
All IQHRA members and their families, quarter horse jockeys, quarter horse trainers, their families, and employees are welcome!

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The Official Representative For Quarter Horse Racing In Iowa

2011 FALL MIXED SALE

Iowa State Fairgrounds Des Moines, IA Sunday September 11, 2011 12:00 Noon
CONSIGNMENT DEADLINE JULY 15, 2011
Consigned yearlings that pass through the sale ring will be eligible for the $37,500 added 2012 Fall Sale Futurity! The 2011 Fall Mixed Sale is also open to ...
Horses Of All Ages Broodmares (Registered Performance Horses Also Welcome) Quarter Horse Racing Returns To Prairie Meadows August 19, 2011 26 Days Of Racing 8 Races Per Day Estimated $120,000 Average Daily Purses 1350 Backside Stalls CONDITION BOOKS NOW AVAILABLE!
For Sale Information Contact: Terry Thorson (641) 831-3362 or terry_thorson@yahoo.com
For IQHRA Information Contact: John Hernandez (760) 801-6103 or john.hernandez@iqhra.com

IQHRA BOARD MEETING MINUTES JUNE 11, 2011 Members absent: Butch Hammer, Don Rayner, Dave Spieker Meeting was called to order by President Tom Lepic APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The May minutes were reviewed. Motion to approve made by Terry Thorson, seconded by Dick Tobin. Motion carried APPROVAL OF TREASURERS REPORT: The Treasurers report was reviewed. Motion to approve made by John Lawless, seconded by Butch Bain. Motion carried. Janet Rinehart reported that the Stallion Service auction officially closed with 66 stallions sold for a total of $20,143. IA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE: Jill Paxton congratulated the 3 breed groups on the passage of the Horse Legislation and the signing into law by Governor Branstad. She distributed to the Board the current regulations pertaining to Iowa Certified Stallions, Iowa certified broodmares, and Iowa certified foals. There are numerous guidelines which must be met in all 3 categories. The State of Iowa does not recognize any lease agreements. Jack Peters stated with the ever changing medical breakthroughs in breeding techniques, frozen semen and embryo transferring, he recommended looking at the current regulations for possible updating. Jill encouraged dialog between us and the Department of Agriculture to clarify and amend needed changes. Members should be aware of the current regulations, requirements, and necessary dates in order to have an Ia. certified foal. EXECUTIVE SECRETARY: John Hernandez reported that artwork for our logo is currently being designed by Prairie Meadows. The June newsletter is progressing and should be out soon. John and Tom have been meeting with Prairie Meadows simulcasting department about implementing changes in the signal markets. He proposed 12 target areas which would improve off track betting opportunities. John has been in contact with 2 web designers concerning implementation of our new website. He has received 2 bids and will be happy to e-mail those bids to members of the board wishing a copy. LOBBYIST: Sandra reported that the Horse Legislation was signed by the Governor and will go into effect for the 2012 racing season. The only item to negotiate with Prairie Meadows and the HBPA is the dates the individual meets will begin and end. SALE COMMITTEE: The Sale committee met before the board meeting. Chairman Terry Thorson reported that the consignment deadline will be July 15 th. After the deadline the fee rises to $200 with a supplement sheet provided. Consignments will be accepted the day of the Sale for $250 and no advertising will be provided. Consignment forms will be available soon. Motion made by Larry Henry to send a letter to everyone who consigned or purchased a horse in last years sale, thanking them for their

participation and encouraging them to participate this year. Seconded by Leonard Reed. Motion carried. YOUTH DAYS: Brenda Onstot reported that there has been 1 application received so far. She is waiting for responses from local 4-H groups. Application forms are on the website for interested youth. The deadline for applications is July 1st. BANQUET: Our annual awards banquet is August 28 th at the Ramada Resort in Des Moines. Our guest speaker will be Ben Hudson from TRACK magazine. There will be a Silent Auction also. Donation items are being accepted now till the evening of the banquet. Contact Kay Denning or Polly Lepic for further information. STAKES: Janet reported the latest number of entries for each stakes race. These are also posted on our website. Double Gold Fut. 27 Double Gold Derby 19 Sale Fut. 13. Ia. Stallion Fut. 16. Ia. Stallion Derby 9. Bader fut. 20. Polk Co. Derby 13. MARKETING: Tom and John have been meeting with Prairie Meadows department to finalize the special events for our meet. Dates for special events at Prairie Meadows are as follows: AUGUST 19th University of Iowa Wrestling coach Tom Brands 26th University of Iowa Basketball coach Fran McCaffery 27th Morning at the Meadows Ben Hudson evening at races SEPTEMBER 2nd-3rd Challenge weekend 5th IQHRA Picnic and All American race 9-10th Youth Days 10th Tuff Enough to Wear Pink 16th Fiesta on the Prairie 24th Bass Pro Shop 29th-1st Championship weekend OLD BUSINESS: None NEW BUSINESS: AQHA has extended the deadline to enter the Challenge races at Prairie Meadows. The new deadline is July 1 for nominations and August 1 for sustaining payments. We are looking into the possibility of having a radar gun at the finish line in order to clock the speed of the horses. Motion to adjourn made by Butch Wessels. Seconded by Leonard Reed. Meeting adjourned. Chris Hovey, Secretary

Iowa Double Gold Futurity RGIII

August 5, 2011 The following 24 horses competed in three trial races August 1, 2011 to determine the 10 runners for the Iowa Double Gold Futurity (RGIII), to be run at Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino in Altoona, IA on Friday August 19, 2011. Horse Shanachee Katillac Man Eufala Me Pannette Count The Menace Strut With Ease Cosmic Shindig Courtney Kansas Eye Slip By Easy Win For Me King Kajun Cayenne Mighty Quick Shake SS Flyer Armed And Fabulous Sweet Strut Whiz Happens Crowns Temptation Bitter Chocolate Miss Kara Kit And Caboodle Shakem Skyy Ridin High On Life Queenies Corona Dash Flippin Fantasy Time 17.729 17.781 17.801 17.858 17.934 17.992 18.038 18.057 18.069 18.100 18.168 18.201 18.292 18.296 18.327 18.389 18.424 18.443 18.547 18.552 18.665 18.673 18.976 19.071 Owner J. Garvan Kelly Gregory Cullum John Lawless Pat Sharp &Annette Moberly Ryan Bachman Hazen Partnership J. Garvan Kelly & Nancy Yearsley Barley & Sharp Farm Manny Silva Richard McGehee Bill & Julie Pilgrim LMR Amigos Irene Velasquez Julie Pilgrim Starlet Hunt Tracy Black Flying H Farms J. & B. Barley and S. Kirby Eric P. Johnson JK Running Horses LLC Jim R. Harvey Webb Ranch LLC Butch Webb David C. & Tammy Lewis

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Iowa Double Gold Derby RGIII

August 5, 2011 The following 16 horses competed in two trial races August 2, 2011 to determine the 10 runners for the Iowa Double Gold Derby (RGIII), to be run at Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino in Altoona, IA on Saturday August 20, 2011. Horse Naturally Talented I Am That Hero Sweet Lindsey Lu Holland Aces Missourian Jess Katiebug Blue RK Lady Prospect A Rapid Rooster I Get It Now Dashin Strutt Freda Blue Menace Bar Lil Red Runaway Okey Born Runnin Prime Time Talent RK Rollin Cartel Time 19.671 19.712 19.810 19.859 20.019 20.022 20.025 20.049 20.091 20.106 20.207 20.247 20.290 20.318 20.458 20.673 Owner Alonso Orozco Brent & Karen Clay Duane Murphy Bain Ranch LLC Barley & Sharp Farm JK Running Horses LLC Kathleen Stumpf Dick Tobin Michael Stigge Jack Bannon & Starlet Hunt LMR 2010 Ryan Bachman Eddie Johns D. & C. Tobin and T. Williams Tom Tarwater Kathleen Stumpf

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Iowa Stallion Futurity

August 1, 2011 The following 17 horses remain eligible for the 2011 Iowa Stallion Futurity (for Quarter Horse foals of 2009 that are offspring of a Stallion that stood the 2008 breeding season in Iowa) after the payment on August 1st. All owners of participating horses must be 2011 members of the IQHRA. The race will be run at Prairie Meadows, Altoona, IA, with trials on September 17, 2011 and finals on October 1, 2011. Horse 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. Alibi My Eye Chasin Ettas Alibi Common Talk Habanero Estella Hey Bubba Mya Mia Corona Pistolpaknprincess Skirt Shaker Stormin Gogo TRS Bootscootin Skirt TRS Double Dashin TRS Hot Shot Abby TRS Hot Shot Coins WRS Kool Feature Youbgottobekiddinme Hot Shot Junior You Betcha Talkalot Sire Skirt Chasin Alibi Skrit Chasin Alibi Talkalota Bull Hot Shot Dash Special Legend Talkalota Bull Rare King Skirt Chasin Alibi Maze Craze TB Skirt Chasin Alibi Hot Shot Dash Hot Shot Dash Hot Shot Dash Kool Quick Kid Hot Shot Dash Hot Shot Dash Talkalota Bull $ 13,800 $ 35,000 $ 48,800 Owner Ron Bear Gary Miller Glenda Sapp Clarinda Rohweder Bob Urich Joseph Murrillo Humberto Rivera Lewis Horn Barbara McClelland Vernon Hammes Vernon Hammes Vernon Hammes Vernon Hammes Williams Racing Stables Tony Jones Refugio Dominguez Leonard Reed

FINANCIAL: TOTAL PAYMENTS TO DATE Added Money NET PURSE

Iowa Stallion Derby

August 1, 2011 The following 9 horses remain eligible for the 2011 Iowa Stallion Futurity (for Quarter Horse Foals of 2008 that are offspring of a Stallion that stood the 2007 breeding season in Iowa) after the payment on August 1st. All owners of participating horses must be 2011 members of the IQHRA. The race will be run at Prairie Meadows, Altoona, IA, with trials on September 17, 2011 and finals being on October 1, 2011. Horse Gunpowder Kid Iris Beduinos Legend RU A Quick Cat Streakin King TRS A Classy Dash TRS He Be A Skirt TRS Hot Shot Alley WRS Kool Jess Sire Kool Quick Kid Special Legend Kool Quick Kid Rare King Hot Shot Dash Skirt Chasin Alibi Hot Shot Dash Kool Quick Kid Owner Dennis Sonberg Warren Garrels Robert Moore Larry Bain Vernon Hammes Vernon Hammes Jerry Miller Williams Racing Stables

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FINANCIAL: 8 Payments @ $150 Previous Payments TOTAL PAYMENTS TO DATE Added Money NET PURSE

$ 1,200 $ 5,700 $ 6,900 $ 25,000 $ 31,900

The Polk County Derby (IA)

August 1, 2011 The following 13 horses remain eligible to the 2011 Polk County Derby (IA) --Restricted to Iowa Registered and Foaled-- after the payment on August 1st. The race will be run at Prairie Meadows Racetrack & Casino in Altoona, IA, with trials on September 17, 2011 and finals on October 1, 2011. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. Horse A Pizoli Dash Of Paint Diamond Cruzer Hadleybestoned Holland Aces Jess Shine LC James Meance Bar MLS Royal Derecho Struttin Your Stuff Wheres Your Wagon WRS Shesa Miracle Zooma Sire Stoli PYC Paint Your Wagon Struttin To Beduino SC Chiseled In Stone Royal Shake Em Sixes Jess Sixes Royal Executive Meance Sixes Royal Struttin To Beduino PYC Paint Your Wagon Look Forward Azoom $ 3,600 $ 12,300 $ 15,900 $ 80,000 $ 95,900 Owner Ken Denning Chris Hovey Kirk Wessels Tony Jones Larry Bain Kevin Heims Dick Tobin Ryan Bachman Mark & Lynnette Schnittjer Bob Urich Kay Sage Williams Racing Stables Sheri Andrew

FINANCIAL: 13 payments @ $ 300 Previous Payments TOTAL PAYMENTS TO DATE Added Money NET PURSE TO DATE

Jim Bader Futurity RG3

August 1, 2011 The following 16 horses remain eligible for the 2011 Jim Bader Futurity (for Iowa Bred Quarter Horse Foals of 2009) after the payment on August 1st. All owners of participating horses must be 2011 members of the IQHRA. The race will be run at Prairie Meadows, Altoona, IA, with trials on September 17, 2011 and finals on October 1, 2011. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. Horse Alota Dreams Bobee Jo Brimmin Count The Menace Drivin Ms Daisy Eufaula Me Gol Rush Jess Alil Twisted PT Feature Dash PYC Biscuit Rock Bass Separte Sue Shakem Skyy Special Miss Iowa Sixes Jess Dash Velvet Streakin Jess Sire Talkalota Bull Brimmerton Brimmerton Executive Menace Get Down Perry Okey DokeyDale Gol Jess Louisiana Blue Feature Me Jess PYC Paint Your Wagon SC Chiseled In Stone Separtist Royal Shake Em Fly Jess Fly Sixes Jess Fly Jess Fly $ 5,400 $ 20,100 $ 30,000 $100,000 $130,000 Owner Leonard Reed Larry Bain Craig Kirby Ryan Bachman Larry Bain John Lawless Jim Harvey Sheri Andrew Tom Lepic Kirk Wessels Dennis Sonberg Paul Tonderum Jim Harvey Butch Wessels Kevin Heims Mark Guy

FINANCIAL: 18 payments @ $300 Previous Payments TOTAL PAYMENTS Added Money (Includes Iowa Bred Supplement) NET PURSE