Oklahoma City, Oklahoma – June 24, 2002 – The National Reining Horse Association has announced that the NRHA Convention will be held in 2003 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

According to NRHA Convention Committee Chairman Jon Rath, the convention, which will take place February 6-8, 2003, will be held at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino. “The theme of the event is Education, Communication and Entertainment,” stated Rath. “The NRHA Awards Banquet, formerly held during the NRHA Derby, will become a part of the convention, as will seminars and demonstrations and some special ‘fun’ activities.” Rath added that the schedule for the convention activities will be finalized in coming months.

The National Reining Horse Association is the worldwide governing body of reining, responsible for promoting the sport, working to insure the highest standards of competition. With corporate support from Cinch, Sundowner, Saddlesmith, Land O’Lakes, Horse & Rider magazine, Markel Insurance, Pfizer Animal Health, Quarter Horse News, Kiser Arena Specialists, State Line Tack, nrha.reiningnet.com and Classic Equine the NRHA continues to educate its members and the public about reining. For information on the NRHA visit the web site at www.nrha.com or call 405-946-7400.