super sires Stakes purse classes
What are Stakes Purse Classes?
Stakes Purse classes are open‑entry performance opportunities for horses nominated to the Super Sires program, regardless of the breeding year of their sire. Designed to broaden competition and reward excellence across disciplines, Stakes Purse classes offer meaningful payouts funded by sponsor support, nomination fees, and proceeds from our annual Stallion Service Sale.
nominate a foal
Have a foal by a Super Sires stallion? Nominate them here to unlock eligibility for Breeders Purse and Stakes Purse classes and start building their earning potential in the show pen.
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See where Super Sires is headed next. Browse our upcoming events to find shows offering Super Sires classes, purse opportunities, and some of the most prestigious venues on the calendar.
See all eligible stallions
Not sure if a stallion qualifies? Explore our complete list of eligible Super Sires stallions, past and present, and learn which sires can make your foal eligible to compete.
Who is eligible?
Any horse that has been nominated to Super Sires and is by a stallion enrolled in the program — past or present — is eligible for Stakes Purse classes. This means even horses sired before their stallion’s enrollment year can compete, giving owners and exhibitors more chances to earn money and recognition.
Super Sires Stakes Purse by the Numbers
Included classes
Stakes Purse classes are available at selected shows throughout the year and typically include popular performance divisions such as:
- Western Pleasure
- Hunter Under Saddle
- Trail
- Longe Line (Western & English)
- Western Riding
How payout works
Stakes Purse payouts come from multiple sources that support broader competition. These combined funds create significant, real payouts across Stakes Purse classes every year.
- Annual Stallion Service Sale proceeds
- Nomination fees
- Sponsor contributions & event partner support
Upcoming Events Featuring stakes Purse Classes
frequently asked questions
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What’s the difference between Stakes Purse and Breeders Purse?
Breeders Purse is limited to foals by sires enrolled in the breeding year and funded strictly by stallion enrollment fees. Stakes Purse is open to all nominated horses by enrolled sires and funded through nomination fees, sponsor dollars, and the annual Stallion Service Sale.
Do Stakes Purse classes pay as much as Breeders Purse?
Yes! As long as the stallion was enrolled in the correct breeding year, you can nominate your foal at any time before class entry deadlines.
Can a horse compete in both Stakes and Breeders Purse classes?
Yes! As long as the stallion was enrolled in the correct breeding year, you can nominate your foal at any time before class entry deadlines.