The Southern Equine Expo is suspending the Colt Starting Challenge beginning in 2027.
The Southern Equine Expo Colt Starting Challenge was originally created to showcase and teach how solid, foundational horsemanship builds a functional, lasting partnership between horse and trainer. Over time, it became clear that the accelerated nature of a competition format did not provide young horses the full time and gradual progression essential for their long‑term development.
For that reason, we will not be continuing the Colt Starting Challenge. The Southern Equine Expo remains committed to offering educational experiences that prioritize the well‑being of the horse and support thoughtful, progressive training practices.
Thank you to Lost Creek Cattle Company for providing the horses over the past decade.
The Lost Creek Cattle Company horses are raised outside in the pasture, in a group setting the way the Good Lord intended. The horses have a ton of color, good bone, great minds, and come from using bloodlines. The goal of Lost Creek Cattle Company is the production of high-quality ranch type working horses.
Their foundation breeding began with the grand ole bloodlines that were proven for generations such as Blue Valentine, High Rolling Roany, Pete Oswald and King Fritz. Current bloodlines being infused into the herd include Playgun, Paddy’s Irish Whiskey, and Josephs Gold. Great conformation and a polite disposition are demanded; while Dr. Kinslow prefers roan colored horses.
