Brad Barkemeyer
W.F. Young Sponsors Brad Barkemeyer
East Longmeadow, MA – Brad Barkemeyer has become a presence inside the show arena and out bringing horses to their full potential in a variety of western disciplines. He has been training colts, ranch horses, and performance horses since 1988and has brought many to success in American Quarter Horse, National Cutting Horse, National Reined Cowhorse Horse, and Team Roping Championship events. Recognizing his dedication to the well-being of his horses and commitment to excellence in horsemanship, Absorbine® is pleased to bring Brad Barkemeyer on as a sponsored rider.
Since starting his first colt at the age of 12, Brad Barkemeyer has earned consistent success in the competition arena and has brought many students to local and national championship placements as well. Some of his accolades include the 2016 World Series Finale Top 5, 2016 Open NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity finalist, 2011 NRCHA Hackamore Classic Open, Intermediate Open, Limited Open and Novice Horse, Voted 2011 Arizona Quarter Horse Association most valuable Professional, and the 2010 National Stock Horse Association Futurity Limited Open Hackamore Championships.
Today, Barkemeyer and his family own and operate Barkemeyer Performance Horses, LLC out of his ranch in Scottsdale, Arizona. Here, he rides and trains in a variety of disciplines including cutting, reining, roping, and working cowhorse. He competes around the country, instructs a full barn of clients, judges events, conducts clinics, and has served on the board of directors for multiple state associations including the National Reined Cowhorse Association.
Winning is always a priority for Barkemeyer, but nothing comes before keeping his horses healthy and happy. He’ll only trust top-quality products to help him achieve that and has long depended on Absorbine® brands as a result. “We’re constantly striving to build champions,” says Barkemeyer. “We’re going to try and win anytime we can, but we’ll never sacrifice the well-being of the horse to get there. Absorbine® products help me stay true to those values and keep the horses looking and feeling their best in and out of the show pen. I can remember playing in a can of Hooflex® at our barn before I was even old enough to go to school.”
Absorbine® is equally pleased to have Barkemeyer join their team as his strong work ethic, conduct towards excellence, and family values align perfectly with the company’s standards. “We’ve seen Brad Barkemeyer emerge as a top competitor and trainer in a variety of disciplines excelling at all he does. We admire the integrity and true horsemanship that has brought him there,” says Chris Jacobi, President of Absorbine®. “There is a foundation of quality horse care and a genuine interest in the well-being of the animal in all that he does making him an excellent brand ambassador. We are pleased that Brad trusts Absorbine® products and are excited to welcome him to Team Absorbine®.”
About W. F. Young , Inc.Founded in 1892 by Wilbur Fenelon Young and his wife, Mary Ida, W. F. Young, Inc. has manufactured and distributed quality health care products for over 125 years. The company is recognized as a worldwide leader in innovative, specialized animal health care brands – including Absorbine® Veterinary Liniment, UltraShield® fly control, ShowSheen® grooming products, Leather Therapy® leather care, Hooflex® hoof care, as well as Absorbine® and The Missing Link® supplements – that improve wellness and enhance the quality and enjoyment of life for people and their animals. For more information, visit www.absorbine.com.
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