BENJAMIN BUFORD BLYE

Registered Name: Benjamin Buford Blye

Barn Name: Josie

Breed: American Quarter Horse

Age: 2021

Sex: Gelding

Trainer / Rider Highlights: Shown by Penley Horsemanship team

Josie is a versatile, gentle, and trustworthy all-around  with a performance foundation. He combines show ring presence with amateur-friendly disposition, making him a rare find for buyers seeking both performance and rideability for a broad range of riders.

Josie has been campaigned in futurity competition and consistently shown he belongs with the competitive set — finishing among the top ranks in his classes and earning praise from professionals involved in his development and fellow competitors in the pen.

Josie's Personality & Trainability

• Gentle and Kind: Calm demeanor that makes him easy to handle at home and in the show environment.

• Easy to Ride: Smooth gaits and responsive cues — suitable for youth and amateur riders.

• Cuddly and Trusting: A horse that forms bonds easily and carries confidence for new riders.

• Trainable & Willing: Shows a solid work ethic and eagerness to learn.

Josie's Performance & Competitive Credentials

Josie has already been shown in futurity competition, where he was placed among the top 5 competitors for the Genesis Series his futurity class — a significant achievement for a young prospects. He also earned his first Reserve Cowgirl with Cara Penley this past summer. He can perform under pressure and be competitive against strong fields.

Why Josie Stands Out

All-Around Potential:Josie isn’t just a performance horse — he’s the kind of mount that can excel in multiple disciplines:

• Ranch versatility

• Trail riding

• Futurity and show classes

• Youth and amateur competition

Amateur & Youth Friendly: His gentle, kind, and patient personality makes him a great fit for riders who want confidence and consistency, whether preparing for shows or enjoying casual rides.

Marketable Show Record: His competitive results — especially a top 5 finishes among Genesis futurity horses — adds to his legitimacy and desirability in the eyes of those value performance credentials.

Josie is for the discerning horse owner looking for their next all-around mount. Youth or amateur rider wanting a confidence-boosting partner. A competior seeking a horse with both personality and performance. Josie is for someone who wants to have fun at home and have presence and performance in the show pen.

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