With the NRCHA Derby boasting a payoff that is expected to exceed half a million dollars, Finals Day at the event in Paso Robles, California, is full of tension and excitement for owners and riders.
Against the backdrop of the beautifully landscaped Paso Robles Events Center, preparation starts before daylight, as dedicated riders school and prepare their horses for the competition ahead.
But, since 2005, those hard-working horsemen have had a fine Finals Day wake-up as the San Juan Ranch has provided all exhibitors, owners, and sponsors with a free breakfast. John and Brenda Stephenson, owners of San Juan Ranch, will be on hand to greet everyone when the breakfast begins at 6:30 am on Sunday, June 17.
As members of the local community, the Stephensons are proud that Paso Robles is the site of the NRCHA’s largest event for 4 & 5-year-old horses. Brenda noted, “John and I hope to see everyone Sunday morning for breakfast prior to what will undoubtedly be another exciting finals!”
The San Juan Ranch, a division of Santa Cruz Biotechnologies, located just East of Paso Robles, is the home of the Stephenson’s Performance horses and registered pure bred Gelbvieh beef cattle www.san-juan-ranch.com.
Santa Cruz Biotechnology Animal Health is an NRCHA Corporate Partner. They are actively involved in the development and distribution of high quality Animal Health Products www.scbt.com.
