Fan Favorite is officially underway... and we've got our first leaderboard!

Every dollar donated equals one vote for your favorite Dakota Showdown team, and together you've already raised enough to cover the cost of renting the arena for the event. Thank you for helping make the Showdown possible while cheering on your favorite horse and trainer!

 

Current Top 5

Team Luke – $270

Team Lucy – $200

Team Dove – $170

Team Alex – $150

Team Twister, Team Forrest & Team Charlie – tied at $100

 

Meanwhile, several teams are just getting started, and a few are still waiting for that very first vote.

 

That's the fun part about Fan Favorite—everything can change with a single post, a few friends, or one generous supporter.

 

Remember, every dollar you give:

Counts as one vote for your favorite team

Helps support the horses and trainers of the 2026 Dakota Showdown

Earns you a raffle ticket for our Fan Favorite prize drawings

 

So... who are you cheering for?

Cast your vote here: https://givebutter.com/2026fanfavorite

And trainers... now might be a good time to remind your fans that bragging rights are on the line.