09/30/2025
Every great horse has a first chapter, and sometimes it doesn’t go as planned.
About a month ago in Tulsa, Casey showed Bellissimo, a very talented 3-year-old making his very first trip to the show pen. When the lights, judges, and atmosphere became overwhelming, Casey stopped, petted him, stepped off and quietly walked out. He knew the horse was special, but he also knew that forcing the moment wouldn’t build the confidence Bellissimo needed. (Picture from that moment)
Instead, they went home, hauled him around a few places, and worked with him.
Fast forward to today: Bellissimo just walked into the All American Quarter Horse Congress Open Futurity and marked a 221 — currently leading the Open Prelims for Arcese Quarter Horses. 🙌
That’s horsemanship. Believing in the horse, giving them patience, and knowing that the right foundation today will build champions tomorrow.
Video of today’s run coming soon! 🎥
