December 6, 2011
Calyn Halvorson, Oklahoma
Name: Calyn HalvorsonAge: 11State: OklahomaRegion: Region 8Favorite Color: Blue Do you own a horse? Yes, I have two halter horses, one that I showed last year named “Snip” and a new mare I call “Play To Win”. I also have a couple of horses that I use for rodeos. I have a speed event horse named “J” that me, my brother Austin and my sister, Lauren all have competed on in barrels and poles. I also have a roping horse that me and my brother, Austin learned to rope on named JR. Do you compete? Yes, mainly in halter because sports are taking up a lot of time right now but I have also competed in rodeos in the speed events and breakaway roping. What activities are you involved in? I show in the halter classes and play baseball, basketball, and football What do you want to be? I want to play professional sports and I will always have horses What’s your favorite part of AQHYA? I love competing and meeting lots of new friends at every show What’s your proudest accomplishment? Being Top Ten at the AQHYA World Show in 2010 and winning the 2011 State Championship in baseball!!!!!!!!! AQHA Staff Words of Wisdom
Calyn, I can’t believe you are 11. I remember when you were born! It’s wonderful to see you grow up in an industry that your entire family is so involved in.
Top ten at the 2010 AQHYA World Show and on a state championship baseball team in 2011, that’s amazing success at such a young age. I hope you continue to push yourself towards accomplishing your goals. Becoming a professional athlete takes a lot of hard work, but from the sounds of it, with your great attitude and perseverance, you have the personality it takes to make it.
I like that you have that competitive edge, it really is a gift and that’s something no one can take away from you! We will continue to expect great things from you Calyn Halvorson, keep up the good work!
-Shelly Spears, Senior Manager at AQHA