Rein In Cancer Raffles Shortys Dream

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma -- More than 1.4 million Americans are diagnosed with cancer each year. To help with the battle against this disease, the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) has teamed up with Rein In Cancer to raise funds for this worthwhile cause. Raffle tickets for the 2007 AQHA filly Shortys Dream, donated by Bill Masterson, are now being offered for sale online from NRHA's web site. The drawing is scheduled for June 26 during the NRHA Derby in Oklahoma City, Okla. All proceeds from the $10 ticket will go to Rein In Cancer.

"Rein In Cancer helps honor those in our Reining family that have fought or are still fighting cancer. NRHA is glad to assist with this fundraiser, and help those individuals and families that have been challenged by this disease," said Dan Wall NRHA Executive Director.

Two-year-old Shortys Dream was sired by Dunnits Latigo (by Hollywood Dun It) and was bred by the Jack Kyle Estate of Yukon, Okla. Dunnits Latigo, an AQHA Ranch Horse Versatility point earner, is a full brother to NRHA Futurity Champion Dunits Rawhide. Bill Masterson of the Masterson Ranch in Guthrie, Texas bred Shortys Dream, as well as her sire and dam. Masterson Ranch currently stands and owns Dunnits Latigo. ABC Halters will provide a beautiful custom designed halter with pink ostrich accents to the raffle winner. In addition, the raffle will feature a bonus drawing for a 100x hat from Shorty's Caboy Hattery.

The Rafter T Ranch of Stephenville, Texas and its entire family supported this cause by providing 90 days training for Shortys Dream. The family owned and operated ranch was established by cutting horse trainer Troy Davis, his wife Barbara and children Rebecca and Ron, who was recently named NCHA Reserve World Champion.

The Oklahoma-based Rein In Cancer is an equine industry group created to recognize the willingness of the horse community to help with this cause. Cheryl Magoteaux, Tracie Anderson, Shorty Koger, owner of Shorty's Caboy Hattery in Oklahoma City, have helped organize dozens of fundraisers at events across the country from local barrel races and horse shows to the National Reining Horse Association Futurity and American Quarter Horse Association World Championship Show. Since its inception in 2007, Rein In Cancer has raised tens of thousands of dollars for cancer research and for supporting people with cancer. For information on Rein in Cancer, visit the web site at www.reinincancer.com. Raffle tickets can be purchased from www.NRHA.com.

Incorporated in 1966, the National Reining Horse Association is the governing body of the sport of Reining. NRHA, with their International Headquarters in Oklahoma City, is responsible for promoting the sport of Reining and working to ensure the highest standards of competition.

To learn more about the NRHA, its programs and family of corporate partners, visit www.NRHA.com.