Rider Overview

About Shadd Parkinson

Shadd Parkinson is an accomplished cow horse professional with strong NRCHA open division credentials. Known for producing versatile horses capable of competing across all three phases of cow horse competition at the elite level.

Career Highlights

General Overview
  • Accomplished NRCHA open division cow horse competitor
  • Known for versatile horse production across all three competition phases
  • Strong competitive record at major NRCHA events
  • A skilled trainer and exhibitor in the cow horse discipline

Major Event Appearances

Competes at major NRCHA open division events across North America.

Discipline Specialization

Parkinson's approach to cow horse training emphasizes all-around versatility — the key differentiator in a discipline that requires excellence across reined work, fence work, and cow work. His horses are prepared for the composite demands of high-level open cow horse.

Fantasy Value Overview

A strong fantasy pick for cow horse. Parkinson's versatility across all three phases and NRCHA credentials make him a reliable composite scorer — exactly the profile that translates to consistent fantasy points in cow horse competition.