July 22, 2025 –Team USA Makes History on the International Stage
The summer of 2025 will be remembered as a defining moment for AKC agility on the global stage—thanks to a series of historic results achieved by Team USA at two of the world’s most prestigious international events: the European Open (EO) and the Senior Open Agility World Championship (SOAWC).
At the 2025 European Open in Portugal, Team USA accomplished something unprecedented: a U.S. team claimed the first-ever European Open Team Finals gold medal at any height category. The Intermediate team Forever in Flight delivered a standout performance in the finals to take home the win—a hard-earned and well-deserved victory that has already been recognized as a major breakthrough for the United States in international agility.
In the Large Individual competition, Perry DeWitt and Genuine represented Team USA with distinction, finishing 2nd overall in one of the most competitive divisions in the event’s history. Their result ranks among the highest-ever placements for an American team at the European Open and underscores the growing competitiveness of U.S. agility abroad.
At the same time, the U.S. Senior Team dominated at the 2025 Senior Open Agility World Championship, finishing atop the overall medal table with five golds, one silver, and three bronzes. Their performance solidified the United States’ position as a world leader across age divisions and height classes.
Team and Individual Medalists – 2025 SOAWC
Gold Medals
Team Gold – Small
• Laura Dolan & Coos/Pre
• Jen Pinder & Wicca
• Powers & Chibi
Team Gold – Medium:
• Deb Schulman & Trek
• Cynthia Hornor & Nimbl
• Tammie Gigstad & Maui
• Lisa Suttner & Rigby
Individual Golds:
• Laura Dolan & Pre – O55 Small Individual Combined
• Deb Schulman & Trek – O65 Medium Individual Combined
• Lisa Suttner & Rigby – O55 Medium Individual Combined
Silver Medal
• Debbie McLean & Gem – O65 Medium Individual Combined
Bronze Medals
• Susan Bintliff & Minute – O55 Medium Individual Combined
• Laura Dolan & Pre – O55 Small Individual Combined
• Sally Connell & Kit – O55 Large Individual Combined
Team USA’s Junior delegation also made an impressive showing at EO, with multiple finalists and strong runs that reflect the deepening bench of young U.S. talent being nurtured through domestic programs.
The AKC ISC program has provided a crucial bridge between domestic competition and FCI-style international agility, allowing American competitors to train and prepare at the highest level without having to leave U.S. soil. Team USA has proven yet again it can stand atop the podium—and thanks to the foundation built through AKC ISC, the future has never looked more promising.
7/22/2025 – Manage Class Function
This is to announce an enhancement to Agility online plans that makes it easier for clubs to manage their events. The new Manage Classes function found on the Online Event Management page can be found on the home page (https://www.apps.akc.org/apps/eventplans/index.cfmas) as seen below:
The new function will allow clubs to add and remove classes such as Time2Beat, FAST, Premier, etc. to previously corresponding events instead of having to email/contact the Agility department. Instructions on how this function works can be found where it says ‘View Help Guide’ once you click on the Manage Classes page:
If you are having any problems please email at AgilityOnlineApp@akc.org.
June 5, 2025 – MACH to PACH Program Update
The launch of the MACH to PACH program has been delayed until January 1, 2026 due to unforeseen programming challenges currently being addressed by the IT department. We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure a smooth and accurate implementation.
May 23, 2025 – The AKC Agility Department is excited to announce the following new provisional judges to the program:
Christie Bowers – TX
Peyton Green – OR
Sandra Kistler – OH
Darci Wagner Kvam – MN
Scott Reichinger – NY
Barbara Standiford – OR
Amanda Leigh Stipe – NC
Danielle Wagner – MN
Jordan York – IN
This group of provisional judges are available to judge beginning October 1, 2025
The following revisions in our program are designed to help meet the growing need for judges. This proposal will allow provisional judges more latitude in accepting judging assignments. All assignments are subject to scheduling for Field Rep supervision/attendance. Please be reminded that schedules are established well in advance, void of holidays, and those adjacent to/during AKC events.
AKC Provisional Agility Judge Progression
LEVEL 1 – FIRST TWO (2) ASSIGNMENTS
- May accept Novice/Open, FAST and T2B as a sole judge
- Eligible to judge ALL levels through Ex/M & Premier (exception ISC) when splitting an assignment with another fully approved judge (if all levels are included).
- 350 run max per day total between two judges, if one ring
- TWO-day maximum assignment
- One judging assignment in a 30-day period
LEVEL 2 – OTHER ASSIGNMENTS
- May accept all levels – individual or joint (no ISC until full status)
- Eligible for 3-day assignment (could be solo or multiple judges)
- One assignment in a 30-day period for each