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TQHA $100,000 INCENTIVE ANNOUNCED FOR NCHA SUPER STAKES PRESENTED BY ICON GLOBAL

Mar 10, 2026, 11:22 AM by National Cutting Horse Association

This incentive will be awarded to the three highest-placing eligible Texas-foaled horses in the Super Stakes Classic in each of the Open, Non-Pro, and Amateur divisions.

FORT WORTH –The National Cutting Horse Association (NCHA) is pleased to announce our partnership with the Texas Quarter Horse Association (TQHA) as the $100,000 incentive returns.

This incentive will be awarded to the three highest-placing eligible Texas-foaled horses in the Super Stakes Classic in each of the Open, Non-Pro, and Amateur divisions. The 2026 Super Stakes presented by Icon Global will take place at the Will Rogers Coliseum in Fort Worth, Texas, from March 18 through April 13.

The Incentive provided by TQHA will continue to offer benefits for the Super Stakes Classic event, which is specifically for horses aged 5 to 6 years. To be eligible for this Incentive, a horse must be registered with the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA), born in Texas, and have "Texas" listed in the State/Country field on their AQHA registration paperwork. Additionally, both the owner and the rider must be current TQHA members by 5:00 PM CST on the day before the division finals to qualify for this Incentive.

The $100,000 Incentive will be allocated to the top three highest-placing eligible horses in their respective divisions as follows:

Classic Open: $50,000

Highest Placing: $25,000
Second Highest Placing: $15,000
Third Highest Placing: $10,000

Classic Non-Pro: $25,000

Highest Placing: $12,500
Second Highest Placing: $7,500
Third Highest Placing: $5,000

Classic Amateur: $25,000

Highest Placing: $12,500
Second Highest Placing: $7,500
Third Highest Placing: $5,000

"The NCHA is thrilled to once again support the TQHA as they present this incredible incentive to our native Texas bred horses. As the largest AQHA affiliate, the TQHA promotes and encourages the same dedication and prestige in horses that our industry strives for. We look forward to seeing this year’s TQHA incentive winners,” said Jay Winborn, NCHA Executive Director.

To become a member of the TQHA or to learn more about the association, please check out www.tqha.com.

For more information on the NCHA or upcoming events and schedules, please check out our website at www.nchacutting.com.

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