Ken Krebsbach: Accomplishments
A lifetime of hard work, dedication, and success.
Based in New Prague, Minnesota, Ken has competed at major AQHA and USTPA events across North America. He’s never lost his love for the sport or his drive to do his best, from small-town jackpots to national stages. What sets him apart is consistency, work ethic, and how he treats people in and out of the arena.
“Every buckle and win has a story behind it, but what matters most are the friendships and life lessons along the way.”
Four AQHA World Championships, two USTPA World Championships, Calgary Stampede titles including a record time, 30+ Top-10 AQHA World placings, and 25+ consecutive years as a top-level finalist,
Ken puts this same energy into coaching riders at home.
Career Highlights
- 4-time AQHA World Champion Team Penner
- 2-time AQHA Reserve World Champion Team Penner
- 2-time USTPA World Champion Team Penner
- 2-time Calgary Stampede Champion and arena record holder for fastest Team Penning time
- Calgary Stampede Reserve Champion
- 30+ Top-10 AQHA World placings
- Multiple RSNC National Championship placings
- Consistent top-level finisher in Team Penning and Ranch Sorting for 25+ years
Ken brings the same experience and focus to his
lessons, helping riders build the skills that win in the arena.
By the Numbers
Here’s a snapshot of what decades of consistency and care look like.
- 30+ years competing, training, and coaching across the U.S. and Canada
- 4-time AQHA World Champion in Team Penning
- 2-time USTPA World Champion in Team Penning
- 2-time AQHA Reserve World Champion in Team Penning
- Calgary Stampede record holder for fastest Team Penning time
- 25+ consecutive years as a top-level national finalist in Team Penning and Ranch Sorting
- 30+ Top-10 AQHA World placings across multiple classes
- 2-time Calgary Stampede Team Penning Champion; Calgary Stampede Reserve Team Penning Champion
Looking Ahead
Ken continues to compete, coach, and share his knowledge with riders who want to learn the finer points of teamwork between horse, rider, and cow. You can experience that same hands-on teaching through our
Lessons.
“Every run is a new challenge and that’s what keeps it fun.”
Full Competitive Record
2024
- NCSA Finals – High Point Cowboy Money Earner
- Sioux Falls Showdown – Reserve Champion Open Sorter
2023
- Lazy J U.S. Shootout – Chance Karnes Memorial High Point 3 Man 2 Gate Rider
- Sioux Falls Showdown – Champion Open HC Penning
2022
- Lazy J U.S. Shootout – 3rd Place “The Big Gambler” Sorting
2020
- USTPA World Championship – 2nd Place All Pro Team Penning
- 4th Masters Team Penning
- 7th Open HC Ranch Sorting
2019
- USTPA World Championship – 2nd & 4th Open HC Team Penning
- 4th #9 Class Team Penning
- 4th Open HC Ranch Sorting
2017
- RSNC National Championships – 5th & 6th All Levels HC Class
- 2nd #11 Ranch Hand Class
- 9th Masters Class
- Year End Masters Class – 8th Overall
- Year End Open Class – 3rd Overall
- USTPA World Championship – 2nd #11 Masters Class Team Penning
- 2nd #7 Class Team Penning
2016
- MRSA High Money/Year End Open Champion
- RSNC National Championships – 2nd Masters Class
- RSNC National Championships – 3rd & 4th #13 Class
- RSNC National Championships – 7th #14 Ranch Hand Class
- RSNC National Championships – 3rd Top 5 National Points Race
2015
- USTPA World Championship – 3rd & 5th Quick Draw Team Penning
- 3rd #13 Team Penning
- AQHA World Show – 6th & 13th Open Ranch Sorting
- AQHA World Show – 12th & 13th Open Team Penning
- MNSCHA High Money/Year End Open Champion
2014
- USTPA World Champion #11 Class Team Penning
- USTPA World Champion #11 Masters Class Team Penning
- AQHA World Show – 6th & 7th Open Team Penning
2013
- Denver Stock Show Champion Open Team Penning
2012
- AQHA World Show – 5th Open Ranch Sorting
2011
- AQHA World Show – 6th & 11th Open Team Penning
2010
- Calgary Stampede Reserve Champion Open Team Penning
2009
- AQHA World Show Champion Open Team Penning
- AQHA World Show – 8th & 14th Open Ranch Sorting
2008
- AQHA World Show – 3rd, 9th & 11th Open Team Penning
- Calgary Stampede Champion Open Team Penning
- Calgary Stampede Champion #10 Class Team Penning
2007
- AQHA World Show Champion Open Team Penning
- AQHA World Show – 6th Open Ranch Sorting
2006
- AQHA World Show Reserve Champion Open Team Penning
2005
- AQHA World Show Champion Open Team Penning
- AQHA World Show Reserve Champion Open Team Penning
2000
- AQHA World Show Champion Amateur Team Penning
- AQHA World Show – 8th Amateur Team Penning
- AQHA World Show – 3rd Open Team Penning
1998
- AQHA World Show Top 15 Finalist Team Penning
1995
- AQHA World Show Top 15 Finalist Team Penning
Questions? Call (612) 202-9357 or email [email protected].
