International Grand Championship Thanks Thorson Family for Versatility Cup Support
Tuesday, June 16, 2026

The 48th Annual International Grand Championship Walking Horse Show would like to thank the Thorson Family for providing the Thorsport Versatility Cup at the upcoming TWHBEA World Versatility Show, WHOA International Walking Horse Show and NWHA National Show.

The International is pleased to announce that class 32.a will be Western Riding, Youth 17 & Under and class 33.a will be Basic Reining, Youth 17 & Under.

This gives the Youth in our industry a chance to compete in Western Riding & Reining for Youth riders only.

For the International Grand Championship class schedule, Rules & Regulations, please visit the WHOA website at www.walkinghorseowners.com.

Stall reservations for the International Grand Championship can be made with Tommy Hall; email [email protected], phone 615-494-8822 or Tommy’s cell 615-319-7062.

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International Grand Championship Thanks Thorson Family for Versatility Cup Support Tuesday, June 16, 2026

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