OQHRA announces the champion honorees to be presented at their 2025 Hall of Fame & Awards Banquet on Saturday, February 22, at the Grand Casino & Resort in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

OKLAHOMA CITY, OK–FEBRUARY 11, 2025–The Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association announces the champions for 2024, who will be recognized at the Hall of Fame & Awards Banquet on Saturday, February 22, at the Grand Casino & Resort in Shawnee, Oklahoma.

Dinner will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed by the induction of the OQHRA Hall of Fame inductees and the celebration of the champion honorees, ending with a special performance by Gyth Rigdon.

OQHRA will once again recognize those in the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Industry who have made a significant impact. The inductees include Randy Wilson, Ronald Mason, Dashin Follies, DM Shicago & Pevehouse Quarter Horses LLC into the OQHRA Racing Hall of Fame, along with the recipient of the Debbie Schauf Spirit Award, Jeff Tebow.

They will also celebrate the Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission award winners, AQHA Regional Champions, American Paint Horse Association Champions and Appaloosa Horse Club.

OQHRA is thrilled to welcome GYTH RIGDON as our special musical guest for the 2025 Hall of Fame & Awards Banquet on February 22! You may remember Gyth from Season 16 of The Voice—but did you know he’s also part of the horse racing family? Coming from a long line of Louisiana horsemen, Gyth grew up in the barns with his dad, a racehorse trainer, and even owns a few of his own!

This incredible night of celebration will wrap up with an unforgettable performance you won’t want to miss! Tickets are selling fast—get yours before they’re gone!

New this year, tickets will be required. They are $20 for an individual or $180 for a table of 10. They can be purchased online at oqhra.com or CLICK HERE to register. Tickets will be available until February 12, 2025, at 9 p.m.

2024 Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission

2024 AQHA Regional Awards – Oklahoma

2024 APHA Champion Racing Awards

Champion Racing Regular Registry

Champion Racing Solid Paint Bred Registry    

2024 Appaloosa Running Champions

2024 Appaloosa Regional Champions

South-Central Region (Ok, Tx)
• Linda Cartel – Two-Year-Old Mare
  (Coronado Cartel AQHA X Lady Joy) - Owner/Breeder: Gary Vaughan
• Chief Iron Eagle – Two-Year-Old Gelding
  (Gray Chief X Feature Lauren AQHA) - Owner/Breeder: Jose Robles
• Chicks Dig Tate – Three-Year-Old Gelding
  (Tf Im That Guy  AQHA X Cash An Flash) - Owner: Gary Walker • Breeder: John White Jr
• Cash Queen – Three-Year-Old Mare
  (Hes Relentless AQHA X Ivory Queen) - Owner/Breeder: Gary Vaughan
• Game Winner – Four & Older Gelding
  (Hes Relentless AQHA X Paint This Kitty) - Owner/Breeder: Jeff Adams
• Queen For Cash – Four & Older Mare
  (Hes Relentless AQHA X Ivory Queen) - Owner/Breeder: Gary Vaughan

Northwest Region (Mt, Or, Id, Wa)
• Bg Vroom Vroom Broom – Two-Year-Old Mare
  (The Louisiana Cartel AQHA X Brooms Cash) - Owner/Breeder: Becky and Bryan Grant
• Bg Winning Legacy – Two-Year-Old Gelding
  (Winners Version AQHA X Cmb A Final Legacy) - Owner/Breeder: Becky And Bryan Grant
• Bays Chick Magnet - Three-Year-Old Gelding
  (Chicks Dig It X Little Bay De Noc) - Owner/Breeder: Ralph Hartline
• Blue Gunner – Three-Year-Old Stallion
  (Blue Oyster Cult X Smooth Shay AQHA) - Owner/Breeder: Bruce Hillman

2024 OQHRA Track Award Winners

Fair Meadows in Tulsa
• 2024 OQHRA Fair Meadows Leading Quarter Horse
  Champion Jockey - Cordarelton Benn
• 2024 OQHRA Fair Meadows Leading Quarter Horse Owner
  by Money Earned - Terry Dale or Shania R Cox
• 2024 OQHRA Fair Meadows Leading Quarter Horse Owner
  by Races Won - Double A Ranch
• 2024 OQHRA Fair Meadows Leading Quarter Horse
  Champion Trainer - Rhonda Valdivia  

2024 OQHRA Awards Banquet & Hall of Fame

Randy Wilson: Celebrated for his outstanding contributions as a jockey, trainer, and horseman.

Ronald Mason: A trailblazer who not only can be credited for the foundation of Quarter Horses of the past, but he was also influential in the formation of the American Quarter Horse Association and an avid member during the early years of Oklahoma racing.

PV Quarter Horse Farms: Renowned for its exceptional breeding program, producing champions that have defined the sport.

Dashing Follies: An extraordinary mare whose lineage and racing legacy have set benchmarks in the industry.

DM Shicago: A remarkable competitor whose achievements have captivated fans and set records on the track.

Jeff Tebow: The prestigious Debbie Schauf Spirit Award recognizes an individual who embodies the spirit of generosity, commitment, and passion that Debbie Schauf exemplified throughout her life. Jeff Tebow’s unwavering dedication to the Quarter Horse racing community and his exemplary leadership make him deserving of this honor.

Join the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association as they celebrate the 2025 OQHRA Hall of Fame recipients, as well as the 2024 OQHRA track award recipients, AQHA regional awards, APHA, ApHC, and OHRC year-end award winners. CLICK HERE for the schedule of events, hotel reservations, ticket booking, and more.

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