CAYTON CREEK FARMS
Continuing Foundation Excellence in Quarter Horses
Cayton Creek Farms is dedicated to preserving and advancing true foundation Quarter Horse bloodlines through thoughtful breeding, careful selection, and hands-on horsemanship. Our program is built on producing sound, athletic, and willing horses that excel in both performance and everyday work, while maintaining the strong minds and durability that define great Quarter Horses.
We are proud participants in the Heritage Ranch Program from Wagon Wheel Ranch, carrying forward generations of proven foundation breeding with an emphasis on real-world usability, versatility, and long-term soundness.
Standing at Cayton Creek Farms is WWR Rowdy Man Romeo, a 95% foundation AQHA stallion that blends the best of performance and heritage bloodlines. In 2024, Romeo earned recognition as the 3rd Place AQHA Mounted Shooting Stallion, adding to a growing list of accomplishments across multiple disciplines. He is admired for his correct conformation, strong hip, expressive eye, and steady, willing temperament.
As a sire, Romeo is already proving himself, consistently passing on his athleticism, calm disposition, and natural trainability. His foals show the heart, mind, and versatility to succeed in competition, ranch work, and all-around performance. At Cayton Creek Farms, we believe foundation matters—and we are committed to building the future of Quarter Horses the right way.
Circle S Training Center
Colton Stegall - Ridgeway, VA
We’re proud to spotlight Colton Stegall, owner and head trainer of Circle S Training Center, an active western performance training facility producing talented, confident, and competitive horses across multiple disciplines — including Cowboy Mounted Shooting.
Colton brings dedication, experience, and a thoughtful training approach focused on speed, rate, responsiveness, and a solid mental foundation. His program continues to turn out horses prepared to succeed at the highest levels of competition.
Rusted Star Ranch
Rob Johnston and Jessica Flores Johnston - Berlin, MC
GENESIS SERIES TRAINER SPOTLIGHT
Rusted Star Ranch | Berlin, MD
At Rusted Star Ranch, Jessie Flores continues to turn riders and horses into winning teams, with consistent success across both cowboy mounted shooting and rodeo arenas.
Located near the beach on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, RSR’s established program reflects a reputation for excellence, consistency, and strong mental game resulting in wins in all classes and divisions.
They emphasize a strong foundation in horsemanship including skill in the saddle in addition to horse care, nutrition, encompassed by knowledge of building the equine athlete for long term performance. AAA Eliminator wins, Multiple National Futurity & Derby Top 10 Non-Pro and Open Divisions. Top 3 Finish Derby Open Division.
Rob and Jessie have both stood as top 10 competitors at the majors! Rob Johnston currently serves as Vice President of the CMSA Futurity Board and as a MidAtlantic Region National Advisory Board member.
Looking ahead, the 2026 CMSA Futurity prospects this season currently training with RSR include:
TNT Golden Cowboy
Owner/Rider: Hannah Renshaw
Silver N Silent Girl
Owner:Brooke Warren
Trainer: Jessie Flores
BS Streakin Doc
Owner: Rebecca Smith
Trainer: Rebecca Smith & Jessie Flores
Mare Mar Aww (name pending)
Owner/Trainer: Jessie Flores
www.rustedstarranch.org
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