Latest USHJA news brought to you by the United States Hunter Jumper Association http://www.ushja.org etrue@ushja.org (Erin True) February 20 - Wellington, FL – It all came down to the final rider-Victoria Colvin. And in a nail-biting finish, the youngest rider competing in the $50,000 WCHR Palm Beach Hunter Classic Spectacular claimed an impressive victory over all challengers under the lights of the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center’s International Arena on February 18. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=805 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=805 Bi-weekly E-Update Contents: CEO's Blog, Last Chance for WCHR Tables, Special Rates for In Stride, Hunterdon Cup 2012 Location, EAP and Horsemanship Quiz, New Rule Changes, 2012 Zone Elections, Committee Recommendations, New Small Hunter Section, TCP Clinics and Clinics Calendar. http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/February162012.htm http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/February162012.htm February 8 - Lexington, KY - The USHJA World Championship Hunter Rider Palm Beach Spectacular will begin February 15, during week six of the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, FL. The Spectacular is celebrating its 16th anniversary as part of the WCHR schedule. Since its debut in 1997, the Spectacular has become one of the premiere show weeks of the WCHR program and the popularity of this event continues to grow each year. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=801 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=801 Check out SHOPUSHJA's best merchandise and new styles for 2012 recently launched at the USHJA Annual Meeting! http://shopushja.3dcartstores.com/ http://shopushja.3dcartstores.com/ January 23 - Notice to USHJA Members Regarding Rule Changes Passed at the January Meeting of the USEF Executive Committee and that are Effective Immediately. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=798 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=798 Bi-weekly E-Update Contents: New Committee Interest Form, 2012 Zone Elections, Zone 1 Young Riders, "Come Monday" Wins, WCHR Spectacular, EAP Deadlines, Horsemanship Quiz Challenge, NAJYRC 2012, Trainer Certification Clinics and Clinics Calendar http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/January202012.htm http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/January202012.htm Bi-weekly E-Update Contents: Zone Banquet News, Amateur Sportsmanship Award Winner, EAP Accepting Applications, College Preparatory Invitational, Nat. Hunter Derby Expanding, Nat. Hunter Derby Point Standings, Upcoming Int. Hunter Derbies, WCHR Member Events and 2012 USHJA Directory of Clinics. http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/January52012.htm http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/January52012.htm Bi-weekly E-Update Contents: New Point Increment System, Legisequine.com Looks Ahead, New USHJA Mobile App, WCHR Member Events, USHJA Affiliate Membership, Stirrup Cup Awards Expanded, Horsemanship Quiz Challenge, Zone 10 Celebrates, 2011 TCP Clinics and 2011 USHJA Clinics Directory. http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/December162011.htm http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/December162011.htm December 15 - During the 2011 USHJA Annual Meeting the United States Hunter Jumper Association announced the development of its first mobile application. Set to launch on February 15th 2012, the app titled "At the Gate" was designed with the busy professional in mind, "standing at the gate" needing just the facts. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=793 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=793 December 15 - Founded in 2010, LEGISequine.com really hit its stride in 2011 and was able to support the industry in a number of different ways. One of the most significant activities was working with its primary underwriter, Markel Insurance Company, to sponsor the USHJA's Trainer Certification Program (TCP), which is founded on four cornerstones that align closely with how LEGISequine.com and Markel do business: horsemanship, integrity, education, and tradition. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=792 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=792 December 14 - It's just one of the many successful outcomes during this year's meeting in The Big Easy. After decades of discussion, debate and consternation, the current increment system - the way points are calculated when a horse places in a class at a rated competition - was successfully revamped. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=791 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=791 December 2 - The Stirrup Cup Award program has added several new categories for the 2012 season that began September 16, 2011 and ends September 15, 2012. Please be sure to participate in these new sections at any B or C rated competitions to receive points. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=789 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=789 Bi-weekly E-Update Contents: Langer Equestrian Group, 2011 Annual Meeting, Pope Wins EAP Nationals, Zone 5 Accepting Bids, Zone 7 Accepting Bids, Zone Banquets, Stirrup Cup Changes, Upcoming Derbies, TCP Clinics and Clinics Calendar http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/December22011.htm http://ushja.org/content/e-updates/December22011.htm December 2 - Langer Equestrian Group (LEG) celebrated another great show season in 2011, providing high quality shows for all levels of riders from beginners to internationally competitive riders. The LA National provided an exciting climax to the show season, with medal finals, championships, and the $50,000 Legisequine.com Grand Prix of Los Angeles, a World Cup Qualifier run on the new Olympic Mix footing installed by Rudy Leone. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=788 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=788 Bi-weekly E-Update contents: Annual Meeting, Zone 5 and Zone 7 Accepting Bids, Zone Banquets, WCHR Peter Wetherill Cup, New Youth Program, Sportsmanship Winners and Member's Choice Winners. http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/november232011.htm http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/november232011.htm November 22 - Mundelein, IL – Jacob Pope’s all-around performance - from riding to horsemanship to horse care - made a big impression during the third annual USHJA Emerging Athletes Program National Training Session, presented by Dover Saddlery. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=786 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=786 November 10 - The Equine Land Conservation Resource (ELCR) is proud to announce the addition of the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) as a Premier Conservation Partner. The Conservation Partners Program is a national membership program of organizations which play a critical role in ELCR’s mission to educate the public about the immediate need to conserve land for equine-related activity. With a diverse group of leading equestrian organizations on its roster, the ELCR Conservation Partners Program has grown to become a national network which reaches over 1.2-million horsemen across the country, working with a collective commitment towards saving local land for equine use through advocacy and the sharing of information. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=782 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=782 Bi-weekly E-Update contents: Annual Meeting, EAP National Training, Zone 10 Jumper Awards, Wheeler Museum Display, WCHR Peter Wetherill Cup, Vital Staff Support Awards and Legacy Award Recipient. http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/november092011.htm http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/november092011.htm November 7 - Administration of NSAIDs - Motivated by its commitment to the welfare of the horse, the USEF Board of Directors voted to amend its Therapeutic Drug Rule and restrict use to a single NSAID beginning December 1, 2011. Both the American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) and the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) supported the rule change, and USEF now joins other organizations including the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) and Equine Canada in implementing this important rule change. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=781 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=781 November 1 - Lexington, KY- On Monday, October 31st the United States Hunter Jumper Association’s Wheeler Museum unveiled a special exhibit honoring the 128 years of the National Horse Show’s contribution to equestrian sport and history. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=779 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=779 October 27 - Lexington, KY – The USHJA and the USHJA Foundation will honor the life and legacy of equestrian Peter Wetherill through the formation of the Peter Wetherill Cup. A first-of-its-kind, the esteemed Peter Wetherill Cup will be presented annually to the owner of the World Championship Hunter Rider Program (WCHR) Hunter of the Year, a horse that is currently showing and exemplifies the ideal hunter. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=778 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=778 Bi-weekly E-Update contents: Young Horseman's Award Given, 2011 Annual Meeting, 2011 EAP National Training, George Morris Clinic, Horsemanship Quiz Challenge, 2011 International Hunter Derbies, 2012-13 Derby Applications. http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/october262011.htm http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/october262011.htm October 21 - USHJA is proud to congratulate Taylor Harding as the 2011 recipient of the inaugural USHJA Young Horseman’s Award and Jacob Pope as the USHJA nominee for the USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award. Harding and Pope will be recognized at the USHJA Annual Meeting during the Evening of Equestrians awards dinner. Harding will receive a complimentary three-year active USHJA membership and Pope will receive a $500 grant for training and education. Pope will also be considered for the overall USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award. All applicants displayed a high caliber of sportsmanship and involvement in the hunter/jumper industry. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=775 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=775 Bi-weekly E-Update contents: WCHR Capital Challenge, 2011 Annual Meeting, Junior hunter at CCHS, New College Equestrian Lettering Program, Horsemanship Quiz Challenge, 2012-13 Derby Apps Re-Open, Zone 4 Northern Finals Rescheduled. http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/october132011.htm http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/october132011.htm October 8, 2011 - Upper Marlboro, MD - In the closest finish ever in the 18-year history of the $7,500 World Championship Hunter Rider Professional Finals, John French claimed the title by just .08 points over Hunt Tosh in a nail-biting finish. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=770 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=770 October 3, 2011 - With the 18th annual Capital Challenge Horse Show underway at the Prince George's Equestrian Center, the countdown is on for the USHJA World Championship Hunter Rider Challenges and Finals taking place October 5-9. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=768 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=768 October 3, 2011 - Place an 'In Stride' ad for December 2011 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=769 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=769 September 7, 2011 - Dear USHJA Members, The USEF has put out the call for nominations for the 2011 Pegasus Awards and the USHJA is asking for you, our members, assistance in recognizing individuals to be put forward as our nominees. A short description of each award can be found below. Please submit any admirable individual(s) you feel worthy of being the USHJA nominee for any or all of these 11 awards. The USHJA will select our nominees for each award from the pool submitted by our membership. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=765 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=765 September 1 - Lexington, KY - USHJA is pleased to announce that Dietrich Equine Insurance will continue its support of the USHJA International Hunter Derby Series and Finals for the 2011/2012 season as Presenting Sponsor. Dietrich Equine Insurance has been a Major Sponsor of the "Derby" since its inception in 2008 and increased their support this past August to become the Presenting Sponsor of the 2011 Derby Finals. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=762 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=762 August 21 - Lexington, KY - It was no surprise that the third annual $100,000 United States Hunter Jumper Association International Hunter Derby Finals concluded with a thrilling finish. After all, the 2010-11 series finale brought many of the nation's top show hunters to the Bluegrass State, where they vied for the title tonight over a masterful course with a Kentucky Horse Farm theme. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=759 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=759 August 19 - Lexington, KY - After 59 contenders concluded the qualifying round of the $100,000 United States Hunter Jumper Association International Hunter Derby Finals, presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance, it was Scott Stewart and Lillie Keenan who took the lion's share of the awards. Stewart placed his mounts in the top-three positions, while Keenan finished in fourth and fifth. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=757 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=757 August 12 USHJA bi-weekly enews. http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/Aug122011.htm http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/Aug122011.htm August 9 - The Horse Radio Network (HRN) has announced today that, as part of its Affiliate Program, it will be broadcasting a monthly news segment from the U.S. Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) as part of its Jumping Radio Show. The new segment begins with Episode 74, which is posted on www.jumpingradio.com and www.ushja.org. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=752 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=752 August 3 - In her first USHJA/Essex Classics Hunterdon Cup appearance, 16 year-old Sarah Milliren of Sapulpa, OK bested 51 of the nation's top junior equitation riders to claim the victory. Her first reaction, "I was surprised!" http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=750 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=750 August 2 - Members of the media wishing to provide coverage of the 2011 $100,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance are required to submit an application by noon on August 12, 2011. This event will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY August 19-20, 2011. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=748 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=748 August 1 - The 2011 USHJA North American Junior and Young Rider Show Jumping Championships as part of the Adequan/FEI North American Junior and Young Riders Championships presented by Gotham North held its closing ceremony yesterday afternoon after a week of fierce competition among elite athletes from across the US, Canada, and Mexico. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=747 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=747 July 27 - The United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) is pleased to announce Dietrich Equine Insurance as the Presenting Sponsor for 2011 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=744 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=744 Topics: USHJA/Essex Classics Hunterdon Cup, USHJA International Hunter Derby News, USEF National Junior Jumper, WCHR Event Applications, EAP Host Applications and Scholarship Applications Due. http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/july142011.htm http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/july142011.htm Topics: Board of Directors' Minutes, EAP Level II Invitations, Hunterdon Cup Last Call, WCHR Host Applications, EAP Host Applications, Zone Finals and Championships, Scholarship Applications Due and Hunter Derby Invitations. http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/june23_2011.htm http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/june23_2011.htm June 20 - Chester Springs, PA - June 20, 2011 - Callan Solem Show Stables is pleased to welcome Kate Haley, winner of the USHJA Emerging Athletes Program (EAP) National Training Session, for 30 days of advanced training. Upon placing first in the 2010 National Training Session, Haley chose to train with grand prix rider Callan Solem. Solem, based in Chester Springs, PA, is a member of the EAP Committee and a USHJA Certified Trainer. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=733 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=733 June 14 - Lexington, KY- The United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) is pleased to announce Blue Ribbon Blankets by Royal Riders as an official sponsor for World Champion Hunter Rider (WCHR) programs. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=732 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=732 June 6 - Visit www.ushja.org to register for the 2011 USHJA Annual Meeting - December 5-8, 2011 in New Orleans. http://www.ushja.org/content/annualMeeting/2011annMeet/annMeet.aspx http://www.ushja.org/content/annualMeeting/2011annMeet/annMeet.aspx May 31 - NEW HOPE, PA - Louise Serio, legendary hunter trainer and rider, has outfitted her top hunters in Arc de Triomphe (ADT) tack for nearly a decade. And ADT is pleased to announce a continuing and close relationship with Serio. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=730 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=730 May 24 - The USHJA is now accepting nominations for the 2011 Jane Marshall Dillon and Lifetime Achievement Awards. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=728 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=728 May 24 - Athletes wishing to be considered for a 2011 Zone Junior or Young Rider Show Jumping Team for the North American Junior and Young Rider Championships (NAJYRC) must complete and return the application no later than June 8th. Late applications will not be accepted. http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=727 http://ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=727 May 8 - Lexington, Kentucky, May 8. Centenary College may have traveled to the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association National Championships with a young team, but their results belied their inexperience. They dominated the event, May 5-7 at the Alltech Arena in Lexington, Kentucky, with victory in the Collegiate Cup team competition and USEF Cacchione Cup individual championship. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=724 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=724 April 29 - USHJA Trainers Symposiums offer attendees a rare opportunity to participate in practical training sessions and round table discussions with top professionals in the industry. This is a great opportunity for professionals and members to exchange thoughts and ideas on training exercises, training aids and business practices. The symposium is offered to everyone, not just trainers. This event counts toward the professional requirements for the USHJA Trainer Certification Program. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=725 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=725 April 26 - Lexington, Ky. - Richard "Ricky" Neal, co-champion at the 2009 United States Hunter Jumper Association Emerging Athletes Program Finals, was named to the 2011 Show Jumping European Young Rider Tour. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=722 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=722 April 21 - USHJA International Hunter Derby 2010 Finals named "2010 International Hunter Derby of the Year" by the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame http://www.nationalshowhunterhalloffame.com/halloffame.htm http://www.nationalshowhunterhalloffame.com/halloffame.htm April 20 - Lexington, KY-The United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) is pleased to announce Markel Insurance Company as the presenting sponsor of the USHJA Trainer Certification Program (TCP). http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=721 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=721 April 15 - Visit www.ushja.org to register for the 2011 USHJA Annual Meeting - December 5-8, 2011 in New Orleans. http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/E-blasts/AnnualMeet.htm http://www.ushja.org/content/e-updates/E-blasts/AnnualMeet.htm April 12 - Sweet Briar College, one of the nation's premier liberal arts and sciences colleges for women, has recently signed on as presenting sponsor of USHJA?s Equine Junior Apprentice Program: Your Backstage Pass. Previously known as the Junior Career Development Program, the Equine Junior Apprentice Program provides junior and collegiate riders with an opportunity to apprentice for a day with a competition judge, show manager, show secretary, steward, course designer, vet or farrier. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=716 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=716 April 4 - Charles Owen Inc., a leading innovator in safety helmets for equestrians, has recently signed on as the Official Helmet of the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA). Charles Owen has shown the Association support over the past several years as a Major Sponsor of the USHJA International Hunter Derby. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=714 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=714 March 29 - The USHJA Outreach Hunter Challenge is new to the USHJA Affiliate Outreach program and will be held in addition to the USHJA Outreach Medal Classes as a pilot program this year. USHJA Outreach Hunter Challenge is open to all riders at the Junior or Adult Amateur levels and is comprised of two phases. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=712 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=712 March 16 - A Presidential Modification for GR120 has been granted effective immediately for the 2011 competition year or until such time as an extraordinary rule change proposal has been passed. This Presidential Modification will restrict the number of exhibition or demonstration classes held at Federation licensed hunter, jumper or hunter/jumper competitions to one exhibition or demonstration class per licensed competition day. GR120 is located in the general rule section of the USEF Rule Book. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=710 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=710 March 16 - The Pennsylvania National Horse Show in Harrisburg, PA will host the annual USEF National Junior Jumper Championships which will be held October 13-15, 2011. Riders wishing to be considered for the 2010 USEF National Junior Jumper Championships must complete an application by one of the following two methods: http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=709 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=709 March 16 - Applications for the USHJA International Hunter Derby 2012-13 Series Hosts will open June 1, 2011 with a deadline of August 1, 2011. The August deadline will allow the USHJA to announce selected Host Competitions earlier than in previous years and provide those Competitions the maximum benefit of USHJA advertising for their event. The USHJA International Hunter Derby 2012-13 Series begins June 2, 2012 and concludes June 1, 2013. Host application packets will be available on the International Hunter Derby homepage. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=708 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=708 March 4 - Dear Members, The USHJA is very pleased with the success of our USHJA Sport Forums being held at several locations throughout the winter show season. High attendance and open discussion marked the forums held in Ocala, FL and Gulfport, MS. The forums provided a way to share with USHJA members, many of the ideas that various USHJA Committees are developing. Ideas included the possibility of a Young Hunter Section, Young Rider Section, a National Championship Event, and offering high and low sections of Junior, Amateur Owner and Large Pony Hunter, among others. The forums are providing the USHJA constituency with a means of expressing their opinions and ideas in an informal venue with a moderator who can bring the feedback directly to the USHJA. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=706 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=706 March 3 - Chicago Rider Experiences USHJA EAP http://www.ushja.org/eap/documents/Chicago_Equestrian_article.pdf http://www.ushja.org/eap/documents/Chicago_Equestrian_article.pdf March 2 - New Application Process - Applications now submitted to USEF. Riders wishing to be considered for either a North American Junior Championship Team or a North American Young Rider Championship Team must complete an application. There is a separate application for the Junior Team and a separate application for the Young Rider Team. Riders wishing to apply for both may do so if eligible by age but must use BOTH applications. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=705 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=705 February 20 - Wellington, FL – Olivia Esse and Small Affair traveled from California especially for the World Championship Hunter Rider events held during weeks 5 and 6 of the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival. And their cross-country trip paid huge dividends when the pair jumped to top honors in the WCHR Junior/Amateur-Owner Palm Beach Hunter Classic Spectacular. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=703 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=703 February 19 - Wellington, FL - Olivia Esse and Small Affair traveled from California especially for the World Championship Hunter Rider events held during weeks 5 and 6 of the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival. And their cross-country trip paid huge dividends when the pair jumped to top honors in the WCHR Junior/Amateur-Owner Palm Beach Hunter Classic Spectacular. http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=704 http://www.ushja.org/content/news/pr.aspx?id=704