The Best Principles

overview

The Best Principles is a 2017 AQHA/APHA chestnut overo stallion combining proven Western Pleasure bloodlines with show-ring accomplishment of his own. Sired by RL Best Of Sudden and out of Graceful Principles, he earned the distinction of AQHA Honor Roll Stallion in Level 1 Western Pleasure. Owned by Jane Backes and standing at The Breeding Barn in Whitesboro, Texas, The Best Principles brings together an influential pedigree, eye-catching presence, and demonstrated ability in the Western Pleasure arena.

Genetics / testing

• 7 Panel Negative: HYPP (N/N), PSSM (N/N), HERDA (N/N), GBED (N/GBED), OLWS (N/N), MYHM (N/N), MH (N/N), EJSCA (N/N)

Career Highlights

• 3X Top 10 Congress Sire from First Crop
• NSBA Bronze 2X Top Ten AQHA World Show
• AQHA Honor Roll Stallion L1 Western Pleasure (3rd)

sire Highlights

• 3X Top 10 Congress Sire from First Crop
• NSBA Bronze 2X Top Ten AQHA World Show

other incentives

• APHA Breeders' Trust
• NSBA Stallion Incentive Fund
• NSBA Breeders' Championship Futurity
• NSBA Color Breeders' Championship Futurity
• Premier Sires
• Southern Belle Breeders' Futurity
• IQHA Breeders' Incentive Futurity Program
• Michigan Quarter Horse Association Stallion Service Sale

eligibility

Foals sired by The Best Principles and properly nominated to Super Sires are eligible for:

• Eligible for Breeders Purse classes: 2024, 2027
• Stakes Purse classes