Arabian Rider HonoredBy Kentucky Equine Research Staff · January 20, 2011
The Arabian Horse Association (AHA) has named Kelsey Kimbler of Aberdeen, S.D. the 2010 AHA Youth of the Year. Kimbler competes with her Arabians in 4-H and endurance. In 2006 and 2007 Kimbler was the recipient of the American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) Junior National Hundred Mile Award, given to the junior who completes the most 100-mile races in a year. In 2007 Kimbler attempted seven 100-mile races, completing five and winning one, making her the only junior rider to have five 100-mile rides in one year. She has also finished the Tevis Cup twice. Kimbler's volunteer experience includes attending Youth Nationals, participating in the Parade of Regions and the Stick Horse Contest, and representing Region 6 as a voting delegate at the AHYA Convention. Kimbler was a member of several winning Youth Team Tournament teams and attended U.S. Nationals as a member of a judging team in 2005.
