PRESS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 17th, 2023

CVB Contact: Scott Bruscato
Phone: 318.387.5691
E-mail: sbruscato@monroe-westmonroe.org

Louisiana Classic August 17th – 20th

West Monroe, LA – The Southern Reined Cow Horse Alliance (SRCHA) presents their first annual Louisiana Classic August 17th-20th at the Ike Hamilton Expo Center.

This event has an estimated economic impact of over $172,180 for Ouachita Parish.

Reining is a competitive style of western riding where riders guide horses through a series of patterns. Classes include futurity, derby, spectaculars and club. Shows will begin Thursday and Friday at 8 AM, Saturday at 7 AM and 6:30 PM, and Sunday at 8 AM.

“We are excited to host the Louisiana Classic Reined Cow Horse Show and bring competitors from across the south to the premier equine facility in the south. The Ike Hamilton Expo offers 6 acres under one roof with a climate-controlled arena. We can’t wait to show them our brand of southern hospitality,” said Scott Bruscato, Executive Vice President of Sales.

Click here to view a schedule.

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Discover Monroe-West Monroe promotes Ouachita Parish as a destination for leisure travel, conventions, meetings, and sporting events creating a positive economic impact for our local community through increased visitor spending and sales tax collections. For more information about Discover Monroe-West Monroe, visit www.monroe-westmonroe.org.