
The Future of the Hunter Ring Takes Center Stage at NHS
Mill Spring, NC – October 28, 2026 – The future of the hunter sport was on display at the 143rd National Horse Show as talented young horses took center stage in the $10,000 Young / Green Hunter Championship on Tuesday evening, kicking off Week II of competition at Tryon International. Designed to support the development of the sport’s next generation of equine athletes, the championship welcomed five-, six-, and seven-year-old horses for an opportunity to showcase their talent and gain valuable experience in the ring and on a national stage.



