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# [Fan Favorite is officially underway... and we've got our first leaderboard!](https://www.dakotashowdown.com/news/fan-favorite-is-officially-underway...-and-weve-got-our-first-leaderboard)

 Written by [Gentle Spirit Horses Rescue](https://www.dakotashowdown.com/news/author/gentle-spirit-horses-rescue) | Jul 25, 2026 12:57:59 PM

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](https://givebutter.com/2026fanfavorite?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFtdlU0ODZnOGN0djNjb1Mwc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHsQydSCB8gcsHvVsdspbAZljhTOfgHok7BeqgU5gNVIlLAGNEz52mxswJxYQ_aem_lADkPXPtz2N1HwBq9gDPJQ)

 

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

 

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