10/17/2026
Better late than never. The Kansas Keuring was amazing, as always! The continuous rain forced us inside, but the day was still filled with the fun and excitement it always is. Huge thank you to Pam and Matt Gish, and the Signature Friesian crew, for hosting and for pulling together another great event. Thank you so much to the judges, Ester Reen and Willem Sonnema, we appreciate your knowledge and support of the friesian horse. And to runners, Martinus Hoekstra and Tristan Hoekstra, who presented the horses wonderfully. An indoor arena can pose some challenges for really great pictures, but the amazing Lori Ann Thwing rocked it, as always, and turned out some phenomenal images.
Our home bred c**t Gethsemane Genesis Black Gold earned a 1st Premium and Champion C**t! He scored an outstanding 8 for frame, 7.5 for racial type, as well as 7.5 for feet and legs. He is owned and loved by Kabyllene E-Saucedo and Pedro Saucedo.
Sterbaby fan Stershire was such a rockstar! With only a short time under saddle and taking a break to be bred, she pulled off an outstanding ride, earning her Kroon and Champion IBOP! Comments from the judges included "A good walk with long strides and good rhythm. We hardly see horses that walk so good, like this horse" "A lot of potential".
Babygirl scored a rarely seen 8.5 in the walk! She scored 7.5 in the Trot, Suppleness, and Impulsion! This girl gives her very best every single time. It has been an honor to train and ride her, but beyond that we have become each other's best friend! I can't imagine not having her in my life.
Both our champions are by Bene 476. He is a favorite. We have never met a Bene offspring we have not loved! Both, Bene 476 and
Norbert 444, were presented. What an honor to be in the presence of such greatness!
