SJ Ranch

09/06/2026

Kimes Western Derby dump 🤠✨

What a week it was! We are so proud of every horse, rider, owner, and trainer who represented SJ Ranch at the 2026 Kimes Western Derby. From early mornings to finals night, this crew showed up and gave it their all, and we couldn’t be more grateful to be part of the journey.

A huge congratulations to everyone who stepped into the show pen and achieved their goals, big and small. Success looks different for every team, and we’re proud of each one.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, cheered from the stands, supported our riders, and helped make the week so special. We appreciate our SJ Ranch family more than you know.

Until next time, Derby. ❤️🐴

07/06/2026

🏆 Champions crowned and finals wrapped up at the 2026 Kimes Western Derby! 🏆

What a week for the team at SJ Ranch. We couldn’t be prouder of the horses, riders, trainers, and owners who represented us so well throughout the show.

✨ Champions & Top Placings ✨

• Nic Howard & Royal Stunner — Limited Open Bridle Champions
• Nic Howard & Royal Stunner — Reserve Intermediate Open Bridle Champions
• Eva Rittner & Bet Hesa Dualin — L1 Open Bridle Champions
• Hadley Aebly & Kwic As A Cat — L1 Open Hackamore Champions
• Jayne Vatcher & Royal Stunner — Select Non Pro Boxing Champions
• Anita Lacher & Boot Skootin — Select Non Pro Boxing Derby Champions
• Nic Howard & GunnaCatYa — 3rd in the Limited Open Derby Finals
• Stephanie Bjorkman & Jorge Jonez — Reserve Intermediate Non Pro Boxing
• Anita Lacher & Boot Skootin — 3rd in the Select Non Pro Boxing
• Becky Stockett & Red Lines — 5th in the Select Non Pro Boxing Derby
• Ricky J. Nicolazzi & Sippin Boons Farm - Youth Boxing Champions
• Ricky J. Nicolazzi & Sippin Boons Farm - Youth Boxing 13 & Under Champion
• Jared Jones & DT Cash Angel - Open Derby finalist

Thank you to all of the owners, riders, and supporters who make these moments possible. Watching these teams succeed is what it’s all about, and we’re proud to celebrate every run, every milestone, and every accomplishment. Congratulations to everyone involved on an incredible Kimes Western Derby!

06/06/2026

Julie & Fancy showed at their first major event. This duo did great!! They ended up top 10! Way to go!

05/06/2026

🔥 Good luck to Hadley Aebly & Kwic as a Kat this Friday in the NRCHA Open Hackamore! 🔥

😸 We may have finally discovered Hadley and Kwic’s spirit animal… do you see it?

🌳 Go Team Palo Verde! 🌳

05/06/2026

04/06/2026

04/06/2026

OPEN FINALS BOUND AT THE 2026 NRCHA KIMES RANCH DERBY!

Howard Equine Company LTD / Weiser Quarter Horses
NIC HOWARD
GUNNACATYA
(OWNER: CHARMAIN WEISER)

04/06/2026

Finals Bound in Scottsdale! 🔥

A huge congratulations to Nic Howard and GunnaCatYa on advancing to the Limited Open Derby Finals at the 2026 NRCHA Kimes Western Derby!

This talented mare has continued to show up at every stage of the competition, and we’re proud to see her earn another trip to the finals. The hard work from everyone involved continues to pay off, and we can’t wait to watch this team make their finals run.

Best of luck to Nic, owner Charmain Weiser, and the entire team as they head into finals week here in Scottsdale, Arizona!