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The History of Reining Legends, Horses, Riders, Trainers, and Hall of Fame Greatness — Presented by Bridle & Bit
Three people and two horses selected for NRHA’s highest honor. Formal recognition: December 2, 2026.
NRHA Hall of Fame, Class of 2026.
NRHA Hall of Fame, Class of 2026.
NRHA Hall of Fame, Class of 2026.
NRHA Hall of Fame, Class of 2026.
NRHA Hall of Fame, Class of 2026.
Explore influential horses on NRHA’s official Hall of Fame roster.
Horsemen, horsewomen and contributors whose achievements helped build reining.
Class of 1986. Explore this honoree’s official recognition record.
HOF 1986Class of 2011. Explore this honoree’s official recognition record.
HOF 2011Class of 2024. Explore this honoree’s official recognition record.
HOF 2024Class of 1992. Explore this honoree’s official recognition record.
HOF 1992Class of 2025. Explore this honoree’s official recognition record.
HOF 2025Class of 2026. Explore this honoree’s official recognition record.
HOF 2026Class of 2026. Explore this honoree’s official recognition record.
HOF 2026Class of 2026. Explore this honoree’s official recognition record.
HOF 2026Milestones checked against NRHA’s published history.
The National Reining Horse Association is formed and incorporated.
Dale Wilkinson and Pocorochie Bo win the first Futurity in Columbus, Ohio.
The Futurity moves from Columbus to Oklahoma City.
Dale Wilkinson becomes the first NRHA Hall of Fame inductee.
The association and its Futurity celebrate their 60th anniversaries.
Current classes and recognition records, checked October 28, 2026.
Read the official accounts behind reining’s latest honors.
Roster checked October 28, 2026. Official NRHA Hall of Fame roster. Lifetime Achievement is recorded separately.
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