A Tradition of Excellence in the Field

         Celebrating German Shorthaired Pointers, championship competition,
         and the sporting traditions that bring us together.
Championship Calendar
National Championships

CLASSICS

Regional 30-minute Classics introduce competitors to NGSPA field trials and provide a pathway to the National Championships.

CHAMPIONSHIPS

Premier stakes featuring 1 hour competition for top German Shorthaired Pointers.

NATIONALS

The pinnacle of national competition, where the country's finest GSPs compete for national championship and futurity honors.

INVITATIONALS

Prestigious competition where only one winner is announced out of the top 12 invited GSPs in the country.

FUTURITY

Promote the development of national caliber GSPs and give breeders an opportunity to compare the results of their breeding to others.

POINTS & STANDINGS

Current Purina HOY, DOY, and Invitational standings, points and awards.

EVENTS CALENDAR

Upcoming NGSPA events coming to your region.

HALL OF FAME

Recognition for worthy dogs and persons that have made significant contributions to the sport of field trialing.
 
PRESERVING, PROMOTING, & ADVANCING

The German Shorthaired Pointer

The National German Shorthaired Pointer Association (NGSPA) is the official UKC/American Field organization for GSP field trials. We are dedicated to preserving, promoting, and advancing the German Shorthaired Pointer through responsible breeding, field trial competition, and the sporting traditions that define our heritage.

Learn More About NGSPA →

UPCOMING EVENTS

Lewey-1

National Championships & Futurity

THE ULTIMATE TEST OF EXCELLENCE

The NGSPA National Championships and National Futurity represent the pinnacle of German Shorthaired Pointer field trial competition, bringing together the nation's finest German Shorthaired Pointers and accomplished handlers to compete for the sport's most prestigious national honors.

View National Championships →
German Shorthaired Pointer Puppy Meadow Gathering

Nominate Your Puppy or Litter for the National Futurity

BREEDERS PROMOTE YOUR LITTER

Gain valuable exposure for your breeding program and showcase your future champions. Nominate your puppy or entire litter for the NGSPA National Futurity and promote your breeding to a national audience.

Learn How to Nominate →
Sunset Pointers and Riders

Ready to Run an NGSPA Classic in Your Region?

HELP GROW THE SPORT/b>

Interested in bringing NGSPA field trial competition to your area? Learn how to organize a regional Classic, welcome new competitors, and help strengthen the future of German Shorthaired Pointer field trials.

Learn How to Host a Classic →
LATEST NEWS
 
icon on Horseback

Join Our Newsletter

STAY INFORMED

Get the latest news, upcoming events, results, and important NGSPA updates delivered to your inbox.

Newsletter Signup →