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Cade McCutcheon: The NRHA $3M Rider and Summit Ambassador

NRHA $3 Million Rider • Youngest NRHA Open Futurity Champion • WEG Gold & Bronze Medalist

Cade McCutcheon: The NRHA $3M Rider and Summit Ambassador
Summit has made a huge difference in all of my futurity horses. It helps them stay happy and healthy during those long shows.

Cade McCutcheon is one of the most accomplished young athletes in professional reining today. As the youngest NRHA $3 Million Rider, Cade has built a reputation for elite performance, discipline, and consistency at the highest levels of competition. Raised in a legendary reining family, Cade McCutcheon began competing at an early age and quickly developed into a world-class rider and trainer. As a Summit Animal Health ambassador, Cade relies on targeted joint and mobility support to keep his futurity horses performing through demanding training schedules and major events. His results reflect a program built on preparation, longevity, and soundness.

Who Is Cade McCutcheon?

Cade McCutcheon is a professional reining rider, trainer, and NRHA $3 Million Rider known for success at premier events like the NRHA Derby and Run for a Million. He comes from one of the most respected families in the sport and continues that legacy through consistent high-level finishes. Cade’s program focuses on precision, horse care, and long-term performance, making him a standout among the next generation of elite reining competitors.

Cade McCutcheon’s Background and Early Career

Cade made history as the youngest NRHA Open Futurity Champion, winning aboard Super Marioo. That same season he surpassed $1 million in NRHA earnings at only 19 years old. By 2024, he crossed the $3 million milestone, with major wins at the NRHA Derby and as co-champion of the inaugural Run for a Million in 2019.

Cade is the son of Tom and Mandy McCutcheon and the grandson of Tim and Colleen McQuay, all NRHA Hall of Famers or Million Dollar Riders. Raised at Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses in Texas, Cade earned his first competition check at age seven and has continued the family legacy of excellence with remarkable consistency.

As a professional rider and trainer, "Summit is a non-negotiable in my program," says Cade. "From the long hauls to the pressure of the show pen, these products ensure my horses stay mobile and ready to work." By integrating Summit’s advanced mobility formulas, Cade maintains the competitive edge required for the Run For A Million and the NRHA Derby. When preparing for major events like the NRHA Futurity, many professionals look for the best horse joint injections to support recovery. Cade chooses Summit’s IM formula for its ability to support the synovial fluid and reduce the wear-and-tear of a heavy show season.

Shop Cade's Reining Essentials

To win at the highest level, Cade focuses on two key areas: recovery and structural integrity.

Maintaining mobility in top-tier reining horses requires more than just training; it demands high-quality equine joint supplements. By utilizing Summit Joint Performance, Cade ensures his horses stay sound through the grueling sliding stops and rapid-fire spins that define the sport.

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