We’re excited to introduce another 2026 Dakota Showdown Showcase team—and this is one to watch. Meet Marlee Stortroen and Vincent!

We’re excited to introduce another 2026 Dakota Showdown Showcase team—and this is one to watch. Meet Marlee Stortroen and Vincent!

 

Marlee joins the Showcase Division after two years as a Rising Star, and we’re excited to see her step into this next level of the challenge. She’s a talented, up-and-coming trainer with the kind of patience and feel that makes a difference, especially with horses like Vincent.

 

Vincent is a 10-year-old gelding who came to us through auction, but we were able to connect with his previous owner—an older gentleman who had kept him more as a companion and felt he deserved more attention and opportunity. That background shows. Vincent genuinely enjoys people and being part of things.

 

He can be a little pushy at times, but he’s also curious, willing, and enjoys learning—qualities that should make for a really productive summer with Marlee.

 

Vincent also has a bit of a signature look—he lost the tips of his ears to frostbite, giving him a teddy bear appearance that matches his personality.

 

We’re looking forward to watching this team grow together over the next few months.

 

Follow their journey here:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588700220919

Vincent will be available for adoption at the Finale on August 23, 2026 in Lennox, SD.

 

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