AHJF 2010 Press Kit

MEDIA REPORT

2009 AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR OF PALM BEACH

AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR PRESS KIT–2/20/10–WEF-WELLINGTON, FLORIDA-1

PRESS LINK PR, 45 Sarah Drive, Farmingdale, NY 11735, Cell: 516-848-4867, email: [email protected]

WELCOME TO THE 2010 AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR

Dear Member of the Media:

This year marks the 14th annual Hunter Classic Spectacular hosted by the American Hunter-

Jumper Foundation (AHJF). It started as a way to showcase the sport of hunters and each year

continues to fulfill that goal. In the words of Larry Glefke, whose horse Early Applause won

the event in 2009, “I would rather win this class than any other class in America. It is like

winning the Kentucky Derby for a hunter. It is the best single event and best staged event in

America.”

The AHJF is a member supported, non-profit amateur athletic corporation formed with the

mission to “promote the equestrian sport of hunter-jumper competition and address the needs of industry

participants. The organization emphasizes integrity, compassion and sportsmanship through its business

programs, human services, ethics leadership and education.”

Take some time to review this press kit, which will not only give you information about the AHJF Hunter

Classic Spectacular but also about the other AHJF programs. As the times change, the AHJF and its

programs are evolving with it.

We at Press Link PR have been working with the AHJF since 2000 to spread the word. We invite you to join us

in this effort. If there is information we can provide, someone to interview for a story, photos or footage that

you need, please let us know. We are here to help you in any way we can to spread the word that the sport of

hunters is alive and well and continues to grow and prosper throughout the United States.

Diana De Rosa ([email protected])

President, Press Link PR - Cell: 516-848-4867

Note to Photographers: The lighting in the International Arena will allow you to take photos without the need of a flash.



PRESS PROCEDURES Here is information for you if you plan to cover the 2010 AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular.

Bring this note with you to gain entrance onto the grounds; then go directly to the Press Box to sign in and let us know you are on the grounds.

WHERE TO GO/DIRECTIONS: The FTI Winter Equestrian Festival is located at 14440 Pierson Road in Wellington, FL. For specific directions go to www.equestriansport.com and click on directions. From the Florida Tpke, Exit #93, Lake Worth Boulevard, proceed West crossing over 441, 5 miles to South Shore Blvd. Turn right on South Shore Blvd. for 1 mile until you get to Pierson Road (light), turn left. The Spectator Entrance is the first left (Equestrian Road). From I-95, Exit 66, go West on Forest Hills Blvd. 11 miles to South Shore Blvd. Turn left on South Shore Blvd. and follow to Pierson Road. Turn right on Pierson to the Spectator Entrance, the first road on the left (Equestrian Road).

ONCE YOU ARRIVE: Bring this note with you. Find your way to the Press Box, which is at the end of The Jockey Club. We will have food and beverages available. We will be there to assist you and answer any questions you may have once you arrive. Feel free to call my cell if you need to reach me in advance or if I am not in the Press Tent when you arrive and you need some assistance. (Diana De Rosa – 516-848-4867). If you know you are coming, take the time earlier in the day to call and let me know your approximate arrival time. I will be floating around with a camera. Afterwards I will be in the arena taking pictures and then in the Press Box for the Press Conference.

SIGN-IN SHEET & CREDENTIAL When you arrive, please take a moment to sign in all areas on the sign-in sheet and leave your business card. We will provide you with a Press Kit.

PRESS KIT Please take a Press Kit, which will provide you with information about the event as well as past Hunter Classics. The Press Kit will also give you more details about what the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation is all about.

PRESS BOX In the Press Box we will provide you with information about the riders, an order of go, a course design and official results after Round 1 and Round 2. For those photographers who want to take pictures you can shoot from around the arena just be aware and courteous to the competitors and there will not be a need for flash because the arena is well lit. There will also be opportunities to photograph the horses and riders during their course walk, in the schooling area, as they leave the arena after they compete, for the awards presentations and while they take their victory gallop. If there is any way we can help you get the photos you need please don’t hesitate to ask. We will also gladly send you photos.

PRESS CONFERENCE Following the event we will have a Press Conference with the top two or three riders and representatives of the AHJF. Should you want us to include anyone else in this press conference, just let us know. We anticipate that this will take place in the Press Tent right after the class finishes. But please confirm this with us on the night of the event.

PRESS CLIPS We will be creating a clips book of all published clips and would very much appreciate if you could send us a copy of your published clips. Please mail them to Press Link PR, ATT: Diana De Rosa, 45 Sarah Drive, Farmingdale, NY 11735 or email a pdf to [email protected]. CAN’T ATTEND BUT WANT AN ARTICLE AND PHOTOS THEN EMAIL US AT [email protected] AND WE WILL SEND YOU A FOLLOW-UP REPORT AND PHOTOS.

CONTACT INFORMATION: DIANA DE ROSA – PRESS LINK PR

EMAIL: [email protected] Cell: 516-848-4867



AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR FAST FACTS WHEN: Saturday, February 20, 2010, 6:00-10:00 PM - Dinner in the International Club begins at 6:30 PM.

WHAT: The American Hunter-Jumper Foundation Hunter Classic Spectacular.

This is a qualifying event featuring the top national amateur, junior and professional show hunter riders. This premier

equine event offers money. There is no entry fee for the competitors. Riders qualify through preliminary competitions

held during the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival, February 17-20, 2010. The first Hunter Classic took place in 1997. To

date this event continues to be the class in which top hunter riders seek to compete.

Riders qualify during the week in the hunter divisions. Roughly 25 riders earn the honor to compete in this prestigious

two-round competition under the lights. The top eight riders return for a second round. When the two round scores are

combined, the winner is the rider with the highest cumulative total. Approximately $50,000 (through 12th place) is given

with $12,000 going to the winner. Since it is an add-back competition the prize money is not determined until that night.

FUNDRAISER DETAILS: The annual AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular dinner in the International Club overlooking the

main arena is one of the AHJF's major fundraisers. The tent filled with sponsors who have purchased tables buzzes with

conversation while spectators surround the arena to watch the nation’s top hunters. Fundraiser Chair People: Mr. &

Mrs. Craig Lindner and Mr. & Mrs. Jeremy Jacobs.

WHERE: FTI Winter Equestrian Festival, 14440 Pierson Rd., Wellington, FL. Event will take place in the

International Arena, a large all-weather stadium surrounded by spectator and sponsor tents. The arena is lower than the

surrounding tents offering viewers a great chance to see the competition.

WHY: This is a major fundraiser for the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation, Inc. (AHJF) and its programs.

The AHJF was formed in 1992 to further the development of the equestrian sport of show hunter rider and show jumping

competition by providing a national office to organize, coordinate and support hunter rider and show jumping equestrian

competition. Other programs of the AHJF include the World Championship Hunter Rider Awards and the WCHR

Professional Finals (October 8, Upper Marlboro, MD).

HOW: Riders who have earned the title of champion and reserve champion in the preliminary competitions in the junior,

amateur and professional divisions and are current members of the AHJF qualify to compete in this no entry fee class.

This year riders in California will also have a chance to qualify during Thermal week II, which takes place February 2-7.

(Refer below for information about riders already qualified.)

RIDERS ALREADY QUALIFIED: The final list won’t be decided until that day but a number of competitors are already

qualified. These include Hunt Tosh, Cummings, GA, the 2009 WCHR Professional Champion; Kelley Farmer,

Keswick, VA, who was last year's AHJF Hunter Classic winner (on Early Applause); Scott Stewart, Flemington, NJ and

Wellington, FL, the winner of the 2009 WCHR Pro Challenge; Stacey Arani, Dover, MA, 2009 WCHR Amateur-Owner

Champion and Laura King, Irvington, NY, 2009 WCHR Junior Champion. (All the above people are eligible to compete

on any horse, but must show at the height for which the combination is eligible.)



WHAT THE JUDGE IS LOOKING FOR: Show hunters are judged on the style of the horse. The horse should look as if

it could carry a rider smoothly, comfortably and safely over a course of natural style jumps. The horses should be both

elegant and agile as they negotiate obstacles similar to those encountered on a foxhunt.

THE JUDGING SYSTEM: Six judges are paired in teams of two and positioned in three places around the arena. Each

team presents a single numerical score (0-100) and the three scores are averaged for a single round score. After the

second round, the two scores are added for a final two round total. Roughly 25 horses compete in the first round and the

top eight highest performers come back for a second round. The height of the fences varies from 3’6” to 4’. The winner

of the class is the horse with the highest two-round score.

OFFICIALS: Judges: (The six judges will be chosen from the following slate of judges from the previous week of

competition): Thom Brede of Stamping Ground, KY; Walter Kees of Norwalk, CT; Susan Ashe of Wellington, FL;

Bobbi Reber of Langley, BC, Canada; Shane George of Magnolia, TX; Richard Slocum of Middleburg, VA; Danny

Robertshaw of Camden, SC. Coordinator of the Fundraising Activities: Kim Tudor. Announcer: Oliver Kennedy.

Trophy & Award Presentations: Elizabeth DeSantis. Course Designer: Richard Jeffery.

PURCHASING A TABLE: To purchase a table for the sponsor reception and dinner, please call The American Hunter-

Jumper Foundation at 508-835-8813.

SPONSOR: The American Hunter-Jumper Foundation, Inc.

CLASSIC PRIZE AWARDS: In addition to the prize money being distributed, the winner of the class will receive

“The Dark Continent” trophy, courtesy of Jim Green

A commemorative cooler sponsored by Grazing Fields Farm, Inc.

Custom Jackets for the winning rider, owner, trainer and groom from Whipstick Farm, Ltd.

Garment Bags for 1st-6th and Boot Bags for 7th-12th sponsored by Tally Ho Products

Essex Riding Shirt for 1st-6th placed riders in the Classic provided by Essex Classics

Ribbons sponsored by Our Day Farm/Lynn & Silas Jayne and Flagship, Ltd/Keeley & Jeff Gogul

Grooms Awards sponsored by A Friend of the AHJF

The “Let’s Dance Trophy” established by the AHJF in honor of Friend and Horseman Eugene R. Mische

“Strapless Challenge” is a trophy and cash incentive which would go to anyone winning the class four times.

MEDIA CONTACT: Press Link, Cell: 516-848-4867; Fax: 631-773-6165 or email: [email protected]

AHJF CONTACT: AHJF, PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583-0369, Phone: 508-835-8813, www.ahjf.org, email:

[email protected].



AHJF SHOWCASES BOWLING AND HUNTERS Bowling for Equestrians and AHJF Hunter Classic Continue Their Tradition

Wellington, FL – January 21, 2010 – On February 14th and on February 20th equestrians will be either scoring points or

cheering from the sidelines at two events showcased by the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation (AHJF).

For the fourth annual Bowling for Equestrians on the 14th competitors will rack up dollars. This event benefits the

AHJF’s Emergency Relief Fund (ERF) and takes place at Greenacres Bowl (6126 Lake Worth Road, Greenacres, FL)

from 6:30 to 9:30 PM.

One week later many of those tossing bowling balls down alleys will be negotiating lines of fences for the 14th annual

AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular at the 2010 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, FL.

Since its inception in 1997, the AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular has been a highlight event for hunter horses and riders.

Champion and reserve champion riders, who are current members of the AHJF, qualify throughout the week (February

17-20) in the various hunter divisions to compete in this prestigious two-round competition under the lights.

Approximately $50,000 (through 12th place) is awarded with $12,000 guaranteed to the winner. Since it is an add-back

competition the final prize money is not determined until that night.

The final chance to qualify happens the week before the Hunter Classic when riders, trainers, owners and enthusiasts

watch to see who is emerging to the top of the divisions. Also during that week professional riders who are AHJF

members and new to the hunters can earn points towards its new Emerging Pro series. This year riders in California will

also have a chance to qualify for the Hunter Classic during Thermal week II, which takes place February 2-7.

The final list won’t be decided until that day but a number of competitors are already qualified. These include Hunt

Tosh, Cummings, GA, the 2009 WCHR Professional Champion; Kelley Farmer, Keswick, VA, who was last year's AHJF

Hunter Classic winner (on Early Applause); Scott Stewart, Flemington, NJ and Wellington, FL, the winner of the 2009

WCHR Pro Challenge; Stacey Arani, Dover, MA, 2009 WCHR Amateur-Owner Champion and Laura King, Irvington,

NY, 2009 WCHR Junior Champion.

Mr. & Mrs. S. Craig Lindner along with Mr. & Mrs. Jeremy Jacobs will chair the activity happening in the International

Club. Richard Jeffery will be the course designer. The evening begins at 6:30 p.m. and ends at approximately 9:30 p.m.

with the crowning of a new champion.

In addition to the prize money being distributed, the winner of the class will receive the “The Dark Continent” trophy,

courtesy of Jim Green; a commemorative cooler sponsored by Grazing Fields Farm Inc.; Ribbons sponsored by Our Day

Farm/Lynn & Silas Jayne and Flagship, Ltd/Keeley & Jeff Gogul. Custom jackets for the winning rider, owner, trainer and

groom from Whipstick Farm Ltd.; Tally Ho Products will sponsor garment bags for 1st–6th place and boot bags for the

7th–12th place ribbon winners. Essex Classic will sponsor riding shirts 1st-6th place and will also provide a riding shirt to

the winner of the Peggy Cone Adult Hunter Classic which takes place the following day. Grooms Awards are sponsored

by a Friend of the AHJF. The winning rider receives the “Let’s Dance Trophy” established by the AHJF in honor of

Friend and Horseman Eugene R. Mische. “Strapless Challenge” is a trophy and award which would go to anyone

winning the class four times.

The AHJF was formed in 1992 to further the development of the equestrian sport of show hunter competition by

providing a national office to organize, coordinate and support hunter rider equestrian competition. For more information

contact the AHJF, PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583-0369, Phone: 508-835-8813, www.ahjf.org, email:

[email protected].



THE AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR HELD ANNUALLY AT THE FTI WINTER EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL IN WELLINGTON, FLORIDA

PAST WINNERS

1997 – Monday Morning, owner/rider - Liza Towell

1998 – Hudson, owner - Peter Wetherill, rider - Elizabeth Bross

1999 – High Hearts, owner/rider - Clara Lindner

2000 – Most Wanted, Hanoverian gelding, chestnut, 16.2 hands, Large Junior 15 & U, 3’6” Rider - Cody Baird, Greenwich, CT; Trainer - Scott Stewart 2000 Score: 91.33

2001 & 2002 & 2003 – Strapless, Dutch Warmblood mare, Regular Working Hunter, 4’ Rider - Emily Williams, Cincinnati, Ohio; Owner - Clara Lindner; Trainer - Tom Wright 2001 Score: 93.66 2002 Score: 91.375 2003 Score: 95.750 (185)

2004 – Strapless, Dutch Warmblood mare, Amateur-Owner Working Hunter, 3’6” Rider/Owner - Clara Lindner, Cincinnati, OH; Trainer - Tom Wright 2004 Score: 90.5 + 91 (181.5)

2005 – Costello, Germanbred gelding, 1st Year Green, 3’6” Rider/Trainer - Louise Serio, Kennett Square, PA Owner - Shaw Johnson Price, Chestertown, MD

Score: 89 + 89.5 = 178.5

2006 – Late Entry, 7-year-old, bay, 15.3¾H, Hanoverian, 2nd Year Green, 3’9” Rider - Sandy Ferrell, Bernville, PA; Owner - Sarah Chovnick

Trainer - Ginny Edwards, Upperville, VA Score: 86.687 + 87 = 173.687

2007 – Safari, (2002) Bay gelding, 15.3H, 1st Year Green, 3’6” Rider - Tim Goguen, Wellington, FL; Owner - Janet Read, Wellington, FL

Trainer - Tim Goguen, Wellington, FL Score: 89.50 + 90.375 = 179.875

2008 – Fiyero (1997) Chestnut gelding, 16.1H, Regular Conformation, 4’ Rider – Elizabeth Towell Boyd, Camden, SC; Owner – Molly Gardner, Charlotte, NC

Trainer – Jack & Hardin Towell, Camden, SC Score: 89.75 + 89 = 178.750

2009 – Early Applause (2002) Bay Warmblood gelding, 16.1H, Regular Conformation, 4’ Rider – Kelley Farmer, Keswick, VA; Owner – Larry Glefke, Keswick, VA

Trainer – Larry Glefke, Keswick, VA Score: 92.50 + 92 = 184.50



2010 WINNER PRIZES (as of 2/1/10)

$12,000 to the winner

Let’s Dance Trophy

To the winning rider: This trophy was established by the AHJF

in honor of Friend and Horseman Eugene R. Mische.

A Commemorative Cooler by Grazing Fields Farm, Inc.

Ribbons sponsored by Our Day Farm/Lynn & Silas Jayne and Flagship, Ltd/Keeley & Jeff Gogul

Garment Bags for 1st-6th and Boot Bags for 7th-12th

Sponsored by Tally Ho Products

Dark Continent Perpetual Trophy presented to the owner

Courtesy of Jim Green

Custom Jacket for the winning Owner, Rider, Trainer and Groom

Sponsored by Whipstick Farm, Ltd.

Essex Riding Shirt for the 1st-6th placed riders in the Hunter Classic

Presented by Essex Classic

Groom’s Awards sponsored by A Friend of the AHJF

The Strapless Challenge

is a beautiful bronze and cash incentive to be awarded to the owner

of a horse that wins the prestigious AHJF Hunter Spectacular

FOUR consecutive times; matching the record of the legendary mare, Strapless!

Mark R. Gregory Memorial Trophy for Excellence to the

Best Conditioned and Turned Out Horse in the first round of the Classic.

(Guest judges will select the winner & a prize will be awarded to the winning horse’s groom.)

THERE IS NO ENTRY FEE FOR THIS CLASS - HORSES MUST QUALIFY TO BE ELIGIBLE



2009 HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR IT WAS A VALENTINE’S DAY EARLY APPLAUSE FOR KELLEY FARMER

IN THE 13TH AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR February 14, 2009 – Wellington, FL – “Early Applause is the most amazing animal I have ever ridden,” commented Kelley Farmer after she rode him to victory in the 13th annual AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular in Wellington, FL. “He is quiet. He is careful and he tries hard. He is an absolute brat and demands attention from everyone at all times, but he goes from the stall to the ring and he has never let me down,” she continued.

On Saturday night, February 14th at the FTI Winter Equestrian Festival hearts were pumping and hugs were plentiful and a victory for Kelley was the perfect Valentine’s Day present for her and her partner Larry Glefke, Keswick, VA. As owners of Early Applause they echoed each other in the brilliance that the seven-year-old, bay, 16.1H, Warmblood clearly showed.

“He is the personification of a hunter,” commented Larry. “He jumps in perfect form. You never have to work on his style, his shape or his attitude. It’s just keeping him happy.”

“I have an amazing animal. I am very lucky I get to ride him. He is a First Year horse and tries so hard every time he walks in the ring. He’s only shown in eight horse shows total in his life. Every time he walks in the ring he gives me 110%,” concluded Kelley.

Early Applause impressed the judges and took the lead in both the first and second rounds. In the first round he scored 92.50 ahead of Vedette, ridden by Morgan Thomas (90.66) and Argentum with Sandy Ferrell aboard (88.33). The scores in the second round combined with their first round kept the top two the same but Andora ridden by the defending champion Liza Boyd claimed the third spot with Sunshine and Peter Pletcher riding fourth and Argentum fifth (Early Applause 92.50+92=184.50, Vedette 90.66+87.50-178.16, Andora 86.33+89.66=175.99, Sunshine 87+87.66=174.66, Argentum 88.33+84.33=172.66).

Morgan also spoke highly of his mount but admitted, “Vedette is not a very experienced horse in terms of mileage and he’s a little unpredictable. He is honest about the jumps but also very aware of his environment. He can be distracted by little things off in the distance, yet he is learning to become focused.

“In the first round I was truly unsure of what he might or might not do. It was his first time stepping on a real stage like that. About a third of the way through the course I started to feel like this was how it was supposed to feel and I haven’t had a horse feel like that in awhile. I wasn’t nervous. I was just enjoying it because I didn’t have tremendous expectations for him.”

THE AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR IS THE EPITOME FOR HUNTERS

“I would rather win this class than any other class in America,” commented Larry. “This horse will go on for years now and this is something they can never take away from him. It is like winning the Kentucky Derby for a hunter. It is the best single event and best staged event in America. “

“For us as riders, it’s a blast,” added Kelley. “I love just being in this field under the lights, having us showcased. The horses shine. It’s lovely for the hunter people to get to see our hunters at the top of their game.

“The American Hunter-Jumper Foundation does a beautiful job making this class very important,” she continued, “putting it on a beautiful stage under the lights at night. It makes us all want to ride in it. To show in the field for this week is prestigious. Our hunters get to be showcased.”

“The cream always rises to the top of this class,” noted Larry. “All the quality horses have won this. Horses don’t leave and fall to the depths of despair. They continue to be quality horses.”

“Even to be in the top eight and to come back for a second round is an honor,” added Morgan.

SHOWING IN THAT ARENA IS UNIQUE

Rarely do the hunter riders have such an opportunity to be the highlight of the show and for this one week that’s exactly what happens at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. All week long it is the hunters that you see testing



their skills in the International Arena while the jumpers compete in one of the many other rings on the grounds. The AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular is the final test and on that night the seats are packed and the hum of the many voices of the people attending the party can be clearly heard.

Geoff Teall, 2009 AHJF president, agreed. “The thing that is different from any other event is that the Hunter Classic still is the only class that happens by itself. There are no other classes happening at the same time, which means that you don’t have to run off to a different ring to compete. You are either in the class or you are watching and I think that makes a huge difference.”

That combined with so many other factors creates a unique aura that sets the AHF Hunter Classic apart from any other event.

“Here at this show it is the premier stage,” commented Larry. “The best horses in America come here. It is difficult just to get into the class. He was shown in two divisions this week because I couldn’t bear not getting in. To be a great horse this class is one you have to win. I would rather do this than be champion at any other horse show in America.”

Geoff had more to say as well adding, “This one class has led to so many other exciting new type classes, like the USHJA Hunter Derbies. Yet, what I like is that it hasn’t changed its identity at all. The AHJF Hunter Classic started the process and at the same time it is holding an even keel. This class is still different from any other.”

All of this creates an incredible opportunity for these hunters to be both showcased and challenged by the uniqueness of this annual event. Even the course sets it apart. Course Designer Michael Rheinheimer made use of the entire massive arena and only put in one related distance (an in and out combination). There were lots of turns and jumps off corners.

“I thought the course rode beautifully. It had a good gallop to it and a nice flow. You could be prompt and handy but you never had to get in their mouth,” commented Kelley.

“Every skill that a horse has was tested,” added Larry. For the second round Kelley admitted that her plan was to “try to be smooth and not to do anything drastic to let it go wrong but you’ve got to take your chance in these kinds of classes. There were amazing riders and animals in this class at night. In the second round you went for brilliance and big scores.”

THANK YOU AHJF FOR SHOWCASING THE HUNTERS

The AHJF was formed in 1992 to further the development of the equestrian sport of show hunter rider and show jumping competition by providing a national office to organize, coordinate and support hunter rider and show jumping equestrian competition. Other programs of the AHJF include the World Championship Hunter Rider Awards, the AHJF BSA Inc. 401k and Profit Sharing Plan and the AHJF Junior Hunter Challenge.

Since its inception in 1997, the AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular has been a highlight. Champion and reserve champion riders, who are current members of the AHJF, qualify throughout the week in the various hunter divisions to compete in this prestigious two-round competition under the lights. A total of $42,500 (through 12th place) was awarded with $12,000 guaranteed to the winner.

Six judges were paired in teams of two and positioned in three places around the arena. Twenty-eight horses competed in the first round and the top eight came back for a second round. The height of the fences varied from 3’6” to 4’.

Mr. & Mrs. S. Craig Lindner along with Mr. & Mrs. Jeremy Jacobs chaired the Valentine’s Day party which took place in the Jockey Club. The annual dinner party overlooking the main arena is one of the AHJF's major fundraisers and is organized by Kim Tudor.

“The AHJF extends a grand thank you to Michael Morrissey, David Burton Jr., Mark Bellissimo and the entire staff of Equestrian Sports Production. Without their support and recognition of the value of this event, the night would not be possible. Over the years our partnership with the management of this Wellington winter circuit has succeeded in creating an event that all hunter riders aspire to compete in,” commented AHJF Executive Director Michele Perla.”

In addition to the prize money being distributed, the winner received a custom jacket specially designed by Personalized Products, a cooler donated by Grazing Fields Farm and a framed scarf by Hermes. Custom jackets were given to the winning rider, owner, trainer and groom from Whipstick Farm Ltd.; Essex Riding Shirts were given to1-6th placed riders in the Classic and to the winner of the Peggy Cone Memorial Adult Hunter Classic. Leather halters went to 1st–6th place riders and leather shanks for the 7th–12th place ribbon winners. Additionally, Larry, who is also the trainer of Early



Applause, received a check for $1,000, 2nd place $750, 3rd $500 and 4th $250. The grooms of the 1st through 4th place winners received a check for $500, $300, $200, $100 (consecutively) sponsored by Archie Cox/Brookway Stables. .

All competitors were in contention for the “Strapless Challenge,” with a trophy and check going to anyone winning the class four times.

Kelley received “The Dark Continent” trophy, courtesy of Jim Green and the “Let’s Dance Trophy,” which was established by the AHJF in 2005 in honor of friend and horseman Eugene R. Mische for his support of the AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular.

In addition to the Classic, special honors are presented throughout the week. Pletcher and Arabella tied with Kelley and Early Applause for the High Score of 90 in the Pro division; Ellen Toon and Invincible topped the Amateur-Owners with 91 and Jennifer Waxman was not only the Leading Hunter Rider but rode Red Panda to the highest score of 92.5. Grand Champion Junior honors went to Pharrell, owned and ridden by Laura King from the Older Large Junior division. She won the Lyrick Trophy. Fernando Zuniga, groom of Angelo ridden and owned by Katie Dinan, received the Mark R. Gregory Memorial Trophy for Excellence as the best conditioned horse in the first round.

Photos of the event are at the following link: http://www.presslinkpr.com/gallery2/main.php?g2_itemId=31652

2009 AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR RESULTS February 14, 2009 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival, Wellington, FL

Judges: Position #1: Jimmy Torano/Shane George; #2: Danny Robertshaw/Patrick Rodes; #3: Liza Dennehy/Karen Healy; Course Designer: Michael Rheinheimer

PL HORSE BREED INFO

SHOW HT.

RIDER HOMETOWN

OWNER HOMETOWN

TRAINER HOMETOWN

TOTAL SCORE

1 EARLY APPLAUSE 7, g., bay, 16.1H, WB

Regular Conf. 4’

Kelley Farmer, 11/18/75 Keswick, VA

Larry Glefke Keswick, VA


92.50+92= 184.50

2 VEDETTE 7, Swedish Warmblood

3’9” Morgan Thomas Vancouver, CAN

Norgan Inc. Plymouth, MN

Morgan Thomas Vancouver, CAN

90.66+87.50= 178.16

3 ANDORA 9, m., ch., 16.2H,

Belgium WB

1st Yr Gr 3’6”

Liza Towell Boyd, 4-24-79 Camden, SC

Windhaven Moncton, New

Brunswick, CAN

Jack Towell Camden, SC

86.33+89.66= 175.99

4 SUNSHINE 7, m., ch., 16.1H,

Westphalian

1st Yr 3’6”

Peter Pletcher, 4/26/60 Magnolia, TX

Becky Gochman New York, NY

Peter Pletcher Magnolia, TX

87+87.66= 174.66

5 ARGENTUM 8, g., gr., 16.2H,

Oldenburg

2nd Yr Gr. 3’9”

Sandy Ferrell, 4/9/67 Bernville, PA

Alta Basaldua Kingwood, TX

Peter Pletcher Magnolia, TX

88.33+84.33= 172.66

6 PREMONITION 12, g., ch., 16.1

A/O Younger 3’6”

Sheila Motley Keswick, VA

Sheila Motley Keswick, VA


85.08+84.33= 169.41

7 SAMBALINO 7, g., ch., 16.2H, By

Samba Hit

Gr. Conf. 3’9”

Ken Berkley Flemington, NJ

Gina Day Boulder, CO

Scott Stewart Wellington, FL

86.33+82= 168.33

8 PERIDOT 9, g., bay, 16.3H

2nd Yr Gr 3’9”

Kara Raposa Clinton, NY

Stephen Martines Lafox, IL

Lynn Jayne Elgin, IL

85.41+77.66= 163.07

9 ANDIAMO 9, g., ch., 16.3H

Regular Wkg 4’

Sandy Ferrell, 4/9/67 Bernville, PA

Megan Fellows Great Falls, VA

Ginny Edwards

85.91

10 PHARRELL 11, g., bay, 16.2H

Older Lg Jr 3’6”

Laura King Irvington, NY

Laura King Irvington, NY

Andre Dignelli Katonah, NY

84.66

11 SIN CITY 11, g., bay, 16.3H

Regular Wkg. 4’

Patricia Griffith White Plains, NY

Rachel Howell Clifton, VA

Heritage Farm Katonah, NY

84.16

12 KENYA 6, g., bay

1st Yr Gr 3’6”

Tim Goguen Wellington, FL

Janet Read Wellington, FL


84



2008 HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR RESULTS – February 23 PL HORSE

BREED INFO SHOW

HT. RIDER

HOMETOWN OWNER

HOMETOWN TRAINER

HOMETOWN TOTAL SCORE

1 Fiyero 11, g. ch., 16.1H

Regular Conformation

Elizabeth Boyd, Pro, 28 Camden, SC

Molly Gardner Charlotte, NC

Jack & Hardin Towell Camden, SC

89.75+89= 178.750

2 Genuine 8, g., bay, 15.3H

Won Pro Chall. 2nd Yr Ht

Kirsten Coe, Pro, 27 New York, NY

Laura King Kaplan New York, NY

Heritage Farm New York, NY

88.66+89.83= 178.499

3 Angelo 8, g., br., 15.2½, WB

Reg Wkg Tim Goguen Wellington, FL

Katie Dinan, LLC Tim Goguen Wellington, FL

89.083+87.66= 176.749

4 Concetto

1st Yr Green Morgan Thomas First Partners 87+87.33= 174.333

5 Isaac 8, g., bay, 15.3H,

2nd Year Green Elizabeth Boyd, Pro, 28 Camden, SC

Sarah Ward Atlanta, GA

Jack & Hardin Towell Camden, SC

87+87= 174.000

6 Lavari 12, g., bay, 16.2, Holsteiner

2nd Year Green Havens Schatt, Pro, 37 Ocala, FL

Tracy Scheriff Ramsey, NJ

Havens Schatt Ocala, FL

87.5+86= 173.500

7 Castlewalk 7, g., bay, 16.2,

1st Year Green Scott Stewart, Pro, 43 Wellington, FL/Flemington, NJ

Richard Prant Flemington, NJ

Scott Stewart, Pro, 43 Wellington, FL/Flemington, NJ

87.333+77.66= 164.99

8 Bolero 7, g., grey, 15.3H, WB

1st Year Green Sandy Ferrell, Pro, 40 Bernville, PA

Marigot Bay Farm/ Stacey Arani/Dover, MA

Sandy Ferrell/Ginny Edwards

88

9 In The Black 8, g., blk, 16.3H,Oldenbrg

Amateur-Owner 18-35

Clara Lindner, A-O, 22 Cincinnati, OH

All Seasons Farm Well., FL/Cincinnati, OH

Tom Wright Wellington, FL

86.33

10 World Time 7, g., bay, 15.3

1st Year Green Scott Stewart, Pro, 43 Wellington, FL/Flemington, NJ

Scott Stewart Scott Stewart 85.5

11 Zoom 7, g., dk Br., Sm. Jr., Han.

Small Junior Jennifer Waxman, Jr., 16 Chagrin Falls, OH

Jennifer Waxman Chagrin Falls, OH

Ken & Emily Smith, David Nations

83.66

12 Theory - 7, g., bay, 16.2H S:Baloubet du Rouet; D:My Girl

Lg. Jr. 16-17-A Older Jr.

Jennifer Waxman, Jr., 16 Chagrin Falls, OH

Jan Agardy/Golden Point Farm LLC

Havens Schatt Ocala, FL

83

2007 HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR RESULTS – February 24 PL # HORSE

BREED INFO SHOW

HT. RIDER

HOMETOWN OWNER

HOMETOWN TRAINER


1 993 Safari (2002) Bay, g., 15.3

1st Yr Gr 3’6”

Tim Goguen, (Pro) Wellington, FL

Janet Read Wellington, FL


89.5+90.375= 179.875-$12,000

2 1170

Corofino Gold (1996) Bay, g., 15.2H

1st Yr Gr 3’6”

Sandy Ferrell, 39 (Pro) Bernville, PA

Megan Fellows Great Falls, VA

Jenny Graham/ Rodney Bross

88.625+90.250= 178.875-$10,472

3 764 Brunello (1998) Ch., g., 16H, WB

1st Yr Gr 3’6”

Liza Towell Boyd, 27 (Pro) Camden, SC

Caroline Clark Morrison

Iron Station, NC


86.5+89.750= 176.250-$6,468

4 613 Indian Summer (1998) Ch., g., 16.3H, Sw.WB

2nd Yr Gr 3’9”

Sandy Ferrell, 39 (Pro) Bernville, PA

Stephanie Riggio New York, NY

Karen/Ralph Caristo-

Southampton, NY

85.437+88.875= 174.312-$3,696

5 767 Tobasco (1998) Ch., g., 15.3

Sm Jr., 3’6” Younger

Alexandra Thornton Bedminster, NJ

Dunwalke LLC Bedminster, NJ

84.250+89= 173.250-$2,772

6 669 Marshall (1999) Bay, g., 16.2, WB

2nd Yr Gr (Pro) 3’9”

Louise Serio, (Pro) Kennett Sq., PA/Wellington, FL

Meralex Farm Brandon, FL

Louise Serio Kennett Square, PA

84+88.5= 172.5-$1,848

7 58 Good Life (1997) Bay, g., 15.3H

Reg Conf 4’

Scott Stewart, 42 (Pro) Flemington, NJ

Scott Stewart Flemington, NJ

Scott Stewart Flemington, NJ

85.937+85= 170.937-$1,540

8 927 Double Cinco (1995) B, g.,15.3 7/8H, D WB

A-O (18-35) Rowlanda Blue Stephanos, 26 A-O (Younger)-Sagaponack,

NY

Pamela & Paige Allardice/Sagaponack

Walter T. Kees Westport, CT

Rnd 1 = 85.750 $1,232

9 204 Saloon (1990) Bay, g., 16.1H, D WB

WCHR Jr Ch Lg Jr, 3’6”

Ygr

Jennifer Waxman, 15 (Jr) Chagrin Falls, OH

Whitney Roper Rumson, NJ

Ken & Emily Smith Wellington, FL

Rnd 1 = 83.5 $924

10 1194

Falcon Bay, g., 15.3 3/4

Sm Jr, 3’6” Younger

Jennifer Waxman, 15 (Jr) Chagrin Falls, OH

Jennifer Waxman Chagrin Falls, OH

Ken & Emily Smith Rnd 1 = 82 $616

11 631 Tchaikovsky (2000) Bay, g., 16.1

1st Yr Gr 3’6”

Teri Kessler, 30 (A-O) Bedford Corners, NY

Murray Kessler Bedford Corners, NY

Team Heritage Katonah, NY

Rnd 1 = 81.250 $616

12 593 Rio Renoir (1999) Bay, g., 16.3H

Can. Sport Horse by Rio Grande

A-O (36&O) 3’6”

Brad Wolf, 47 (A-O) Memphis, TN

Brad Wolf Memphis, TN

Tom Wright Cincinnati, OH

Rnd 1 = 81 $616



2006 HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR RESULTS – February 18 PL HORSE

BREED INFO SHOW

HT. RIDER

HOMETOWN OWNER

HOMETOWN TRAINER


1 Late Entry 7, g., bay, 15.3 ¾, Hanoverian

2nd Yr. Gr. 3’9”

Sandy Ferrell, 38, Pro Bernville, PA

Sarah Chovnik/Prime Time Stables

Ginny Edwards Upperville, VA

86.687+87= 173.687- $12,000

2 Costello 7, g., bay, 16, Selle Francais

Defending Champion 3’9”

Louise Serio, Pro Kennett Square, PA

Shaw Johnson Price Chestertown, MD

Louise Serio Kennett Square, PA

87.062+85.75= 172.812 $7,968

3 Take Away 10, g., bay, 16.2, Oldenburg

2005 Jr. Champion 3’6”

Jack Hardin Towell, Jr. Camden, SC

Cortie Wetherill Wellington, FL


84+87.5=171.5 $4,980

4 Fiyero 10, g., ch., 16.2, Brandenburg

1st Yr. Gr (A) 3’6”

Pamela Polk Brookville, NY

Julie Kruger Pamela Polk Bill Cooney

87.5+83.875= 171.375 - $3,320

5 Socrates 12, g., ch., 16.2H

Lg. Jr. 16-17 3’6”

Addison Phillips, 16, Junior New York, NY

Addison Phillips New York, NY

Andre Dignelli, Peggy Gehman, Patrick Griffith

87.5+83.125= 170.625 - $2,324

6 Blink 6, g., ch., 16.3, Dutch Warmblood

Lg. Jr. Older 3’6”

Jack Hardin Towell, Jr., Junior Camden, SC

Hardin Towell Camden, SC

Jack Towell Camden,SC

84.5+85.5= 170 - $1,992

7 Who’s On First 12, g., bay, 16.2H

Lg. Jr. 16-17 3’6”

Addison Phillips, 16, Junior New York, NY

Addison Phillips New York, NY

Andre Dignelli, Peggy Gehman, Patrick Griffith

84.750+84.875= 169.625 - $1,660

8 Pavarotti (“Pav”) 10, g., bay, 16H, Westfalian by

A-O 36 & Over Hi Score 3’6”

Teri Kessler, 29, A-O Bedford Corners, NY

Murray & Teri Kessler Bedford Corners, NY

Team Heritage Katonah, NY

83.5+83.75= 167.25 - $1,328

9 Cello 1st Yr Green (A) 3’6”

Holly Orlando, 30, Pro Wellington, FL

Davlyn Farms 83.25 $996

10 Sublime 6, g., bay, 15.2, Hanoverian

Sm. Jr. 15 & U – 3’6”

Jessica Springsteen, 13, Jr. Colts Neck, NJ

Stone Hill Farm Colts Neck, NJ

Beacon Hill Colts Neck, NJ

83 $664

11 Touchstone 9, g. , ch., 16.3

Dutch Warmblood

Pro Challenge at CC05 4’

Jenny Karazissis, 44, Pro Calabasas, CA

2005 Pro Challenge Winner

Davlyn Farms Chance Arkalian Rancho Santa Fe, CA

82.750 $664

12 Due North 9, g., ch., 16.2 ¼

Lg. Jr. 15 & U 3’6”

Clementine Goutal, 15, Jr. NYC, NY

Cloverleaf Farm NY, NY

Beacon Hill Farm Colts Neck, NJ

82.750 $664

2005 HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR RESULTS – February 19

HORSE BREED INFO Division, ht jpg.

RIDER HOMETOWN

OWNER HOMETOWN

TRAINER HOMETOWN

SCORE MONEY

1 Costello

7, g., bay, 16.1, German Warmblood - 1st Yr. Gr. – 3’6”

Louise Serio (Pro) Kennett Square, PA

Shaw Johnson Price Chestertown, MD

Louise Serio, Kennett Square, PA

89+89.5=178.5 $12,000

2 Take Away

9, g., bay, 16.2, Oldenburg Reg. Wkg. – 4’

Havens Schatt(34)(Pro) Ocala, FL

Cortie Wetherill Devon, PA

Jeff Wirthman Island Lake, IL

89.625+88.625= 178.250 $8,304

3 High Cotton

7, g., ch., 15.3 2nd Year - 3’6”

Ken Smith (37) (Pro) Wellington, FL

Christy Russo Miami, FL

Ken Smith Wellington, FL

86.437+84.750=171.187 $5,190

4 Without Question

9, m., Bavarian Gr. Conf. – 3’6”

Rob Bielefeld (40) (Pro) Wellington, FL

Regi Baker Venice, FL

Rob Bielefeld Wellington, FL

85.5+84.250=169.750 $3,460

5 Rio Renoir

6, g., bay, 16.2, Canadian Sport Horse by Rio Grande

Gr. Conf. – 3’6”

Holly Orlando (29) Wellington, FL

Thomas & Cynthia Diebert &

Why Wait Farm Ottsville, PA

Joe Guzman Wellington, FL

86.5+82.750=169.250 $2,422

6 Chopard

10, g., bay, 15.3 7/8H, Bavarian Warmblood, Reg. Conf. - 4’

Scott Stewart (40) (Pro) Flemington, NJ Wellington, FL

Krista Weisman Sherborn, MA

Scott Stewart/River’s Edge Farm Flemington, NJ/Wellington,FL

85.437+83.75=169.187 $2,076

7 Remedy

7, m., bay,16.1, Holsteiner/TB 1st Year Gr. - 3’6”

Danny Robertshaw (50)(Pro)

Camden, SC

Margaret Edge Charlotte, NC

Ron Danta/Danny Robertshaw Camden, SC

85.875+76.250=162.125 $1,730

8 Moulin Rouge

9, m., dk bay, 15.2 3/8, Dutch Warmblood

Sm. Jr. Htr. (16-17) - 3’6”

Natalie Johnson (17)(Jr) Greenwich, CT

Natalie Johnson (17) Greenwich, CT

Andre Dignelli and Heritage Farm (Kate Oliver, Peggy Geman & Patricia Griffith)

85.25+75.25=160.5 $1,384

9 Navigator

9, bay, g., 16.2, German-bred Lg. Jr. Htr (Older) - 3’6”

Brianne Goutal (16)(Jr.) NYC, NY

Manhattan Mortgage NYC, NY

Scott Kemery & Patti Foster, Waterside Farm

85 $1,038

10 Libre

12, g., bay, 15.2 ½ Small Jr. 15&U – 3’6”

Addison Phillips (15)(Jr) NYC, NY

WGHR Farm/Sale Johnson, NYC, NY

Heritage Farm Katonah, NY

83.875 $692

11 Endearing

7, m., grey, 16.1, Oldenburg 1st Yr. Gr. - .3’6”

Chad Watridge (28) Wellington, FL

Peter & Lynn Rogers Bayport, LI, NY

Helen Varble Wellington, FL

83.375 $692

12 Cool Blue

7, g., grey, 15.3, Hanoverian by Escudol - Sm. Jr. Htrs – 3’6”

Carolyn Kelly (16) (Jr.) NYC, NY

Carolyn Kelly NYC, NY

Scott Stewart & Ken Berkley Flemington, NJ/Wellington,FL

83.250 $692



2004 HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR RESULTS – February 21 HORSE BREED INFO

division, ht jpg. RIDER

HOMETOWN OWNER

HOMETOWN TRAINER

HOMETOWN SCORE MONEY

1 Strapless

11, mare, bay, 15.3H, Danish Warmblood, A/O-B 3’6”

Clara Lindner, 18 Amateur-Owner

Clara Lindner Cincinnati, OH

Tom Wright Cincinnati, OH

90.5+91=181.5 $12,000

2 Who’s On First

11, g., bay, 16.1,Oldenburg Lg. Jrs. 15&U 3’9”

Addison Phillips, 14 Juniors - NYC, NY

Addison Phillips NYC, NY

Andre Dignelli & Staff - All Katonah, NY

89.812+91.5= 181.312 $8,760

3 Tommy Bahama

6, g., brown, 16H, Belgian Warmblood - 1st Year 3’6”

Tammy Provost, 33, Pro - Zionsville, IN

Laurie B. Stevens Long Grove, IL

Joe Norick Holland

91+88.625=179.625 $5475 + $3650

4 Lucky Strike

9, g., dk. Bay, 15.3, Hanoverian Sm. Jr’s 15 & U 3’6”

Brianne Goutal, 15, Jr. New York, NY

Cloverleaf Farm Frank & Stacia Madden Coltsneck, NJ

88.125+88=176.125 $3650

5 Miracle

9, m., bay, 16 ¾H, Oldenburg Lg. Jr. 15 & U 3’6”

Alexandra Skiffington 15, Jr.,Wellington, FL

Christy Russo Miami, FL

Emily/Ken Smith & David Nation Wellington, FL

88+87.5=175.5 $2555

6 Chopard

10, g., bay, 15.3 7/8H, Bavarian Warmblood, Reg. Conf. 4’

Scott Stewart, 39, Pro Flemington, NJ

Krista Weisman Sherborn, MA

Gary Duffy Ithaca, NY

86.375+88.75=175.125 $2190 +$2190

7 Carmen

10, m., bay, 15.3H, Oldenburg Reg. Wkg. 4’

Ken Smith, 36, Pro Wellington, FL

Millridge LLc Ken Smith Wellington, FL

86.862+85.75=172.612 $1825 +$730

8 Saint Nick

15, stallion, grey, 16H Dutch Warmblood, A/O-A 3’6”

Caroline Moran, 37, A/O, Wellington, FL

Caroline Moran N. Salem, NY (& FL)

Scott Williamson Wellington, FL

87.5+70=157.5 $1460

9 Intuition

7, g., bay, 15.3 Dutch Warmblood, 1st Year 3’6”

Abigail Mort, Pro Cincinnati, OH

Rosemary Toulas Cincinnati, OH

Mindy Darst, Lockmoor Stables Cincinnati, OH

85.5 $1095 +$730

10 Caped Crusader

11, g., bay, 16.1H Thoroughbred, Lg. Jr. 15& U

Jack Hardin Towell, Jr., 16 - Camden, SC

Ellizabeth Frady Jack Towell Camden, SC

85 $730

11 In Sync

7, g, dk bay, 16.3, TB, Lg. Jr. Htr. 3’6”

Charlie Jayne, 17, Jr. Elgin, IL-Wellington, FL

Alex R. Jayne Elgin, IL

Alex R. Jayne Elgin, IL

84.687 $730

12 Fiddler’s Bridge

9, g., brown, 16.3, Warmblood Reg. Wkg. 4’

Sandy Ferrell, 36, Pro Churchville, MD

Stephanie Riggio New York, NY

Karen Caristo LI, NY

84.437 $730


HORSE BREED INFO division, ht jpg.

RIDER HOMETOWN OWNER/TRAINER HOMETOWN SCOREMONEY

1 Strapless

10, mare, bay, 15.1, Danish Warmblood, Reg. Wkg., 4’

Emily Williams/21 Professional

Wellington, FL Clara Lindner/All Seasons - Tom Wright

Cincinnati, OH Cincinnati

185 $12,000-+$3,480

2 Chopard

8, g., bay, 15.3, Bavarian, Reg. Conformation, 4’

Scott Stewart/38 Professional

Flemington, NJ Krista Weisman Gary Duffy

Sherborn, MA Ithaca, NY

177.875 $8,352- +$2,088

3 So Be It

10, g., bl., 16.2, Lg. Jrs. 15&U, 3’9”

Addison Phillips/13 Juniors

NYC, NY Addison Phillips/Andre Dignelli, Kate Stoffel Oliver, Patricdia

Griffith, Jenny Dunion

NYC, NY Andre/Katonah, NY

176.500 $5,220

4 Moulin Rouge

7, m., brown, 15.3 7/8, 2nd Yr. Green, 3’9”

Lyman Whitehead/39 Professional

Redding, CT Natalie Johnson Lyman Whitehead

Redding, CT

174.75 $3,480-+$696

5 Marvin

7, g., brown, 16.2, Oldenburg, 2nd Yr. Green, 3’9”

Sandy Ferrell/35 Professional

Churchville, MD Mrs. Gary B. Peterson Jack Stedding

Sparks, MD Jarrettsville, MD

171.125 $2,436 -+$696

6 Just

9, g., bay, 16.1, Reg. Wkg. Htr., 4’ Jimmy Torano/39 Professional

Ft. Lauderdale, FL Jeffrey & Jonathon Phillips - Jimmy Torano

Ft. Lauderdale, FL

168.125 $2,088

7 Monte Christo

8, g., chestnut, 16.2 hands, Sire-Gershwin, Rg. Wkg, 4’

McLain Ward/27 Professional

Brewster, NY M/M Don Stewart Jr. Don Stewart

Ocala, FL Ocala, FL

165.75 $1,740

8 In Sync

6, g, dk bay, 17.1, TB, Jr. Htr., 3’6” Charlie Jayne/16 West Palm Beach, FL

o/t/Alex R. Jayne Elgin, IL 85.750 $1,392

9 Dream Date

8, g., dk brown, 15.3, Oldenburg Louise Serio Pro Challenge Winner

Kennett Square, PA

Rachel Geiger Louise Serio

Malvern, PA Kennett Square,PA

84.500 $1,044

10 John Courage

11, g., ch., 15 5/8, Dutch WB, Sm. Jr. 16-17, 3’6”

Abby Carpenter/17 Greenwich, CT Abby Carpenter Frank/Stacia Madden

Greenwich, CT Colts Neck, NJ

84.250 $696

11 Clemintine

7, mare, bay, 16.2, Mecklinberg, 18-35 A-O, 3’6”

Maggie Jayne Elgin, IL o/t/Alex Jayne Elgin, OH 83.625 $696

12 Rio Bravo

Whitney Roper Rumson, NJ WGHR Farm/Sale Johnson – W. Cooney & Susie Humes

Sale/New York, NY Bill/Wellington, FL

Susie, LI, NY

83.625 $696




PL HORSE BREED INFO, division, ht jpg

RIDER/Age Trainer


1st Strapless 9, m, Dutch-bred, Rg. W. Htr., 4’

Emily Williams/20 o/Clara Lindner, t/Tom Wright

Cincinnati, OH 91.375 $12,000

2nd Dream Date Germanbred, 3’6”

r/t/Louise Serio o/Rachel Geiger

Kennett Square, PA Malvern, PA

90.000 $7,512

3rd Worthington 8, g, Dutch-bred by Voltaire, bay, 16.1

1st Yr Green, 3’6”

James Lala o/Martha Neubert

t/Geoff Teall

Wellington, FL 86.968 $4,695

4th Most Wanted ( “Mel”) 11, g, ch, 16.2, Hanoverian

Lg. Jr.15 & U, 3’6”

r/Cody Baird/15 o/October Farm t/Scott Stewart

Greenwich, CT 86.843 $3,130

5th Red Panda 6, m, ch, Belgian Warmblood, 3’9”

r/t/Louise Serio o/Meralex Farm/Bryan Baldwin

Kennett Square, PA Tampa, FL

86.468 $2,191

6th Sister Parish 9, m, br, 16, Dutch Warmblood, Lg. Jr., 3’6”

r/Whitney Roper/16 o/HedgeRow Ltd., t/Bill Cooney

Atlantic Highlands, NJ 85.875 $1,878

7th Double Cinco G, bay, 15.3, Warmblood, Sm. Jr., 3’6”

r/Whitney Roper o/Lenny Marconi, t/Bill Cooney

Rumson, NJ Petaluma, CA

84.25 $1,565

8th Nolan 7, g, bay, 16.2, Dutch-bred, 1st Yr. Gr., 3’6”

R/James Lala o/Rebecca Goldman, t/Jill Knowles

Wellington, FL Skokie, IL

83.812 $1,252

9th Allstar 8, g, gr, Hanoverian, Sm. Jr., 3’6”

r/Cody Baird/15 o/October Farm, t/Scott Stewart

Greenwich, CT 83.375 $939

10th Diamond Way

r/Danielle Torano o/Jimmy Torano Ft. Lauderdale, FL 82.437 $626

11th Rio Bronco 7, st., ch, 16.3, Hanoverian/Trakehner

Amateur 18-35, 3’6”

Amanda Starbuck o/Stepping Stone Farm

t/Juliana Starbuck & Janie Weber

Richfield, CT

80.562 $626

12th In Sync 5, g, dk bay, 17.1, Thoroughbred, Jr. Htr., 3’6”

Charlie Jayne o/t/Alex jayne

West Palm Beach, FL Elgin, IL

79.437 $626

2001 $100,000 HUNTER SPECTACULAR RESULTS – February 17

PL HORSE BREED INFO, division, ht jpg

RIDER/Age Trainer


1st Strapless 8,m,Dutch-bred, Rg. W. Htr

Emily Williams/19 o/Clara Lindner t/Tom Wright

Cincinnati, OH 93.66 $24,000

2nd Regall 7, g., ch., Swedish-bred, Rg. Conf. Htr.

Holly Hays/25 o/Cathy Zicherman - t/Leo Conroy

Colts Neck, NJ 88.83 $17,600

3rd More Than Words Danielle Goldstein/ O/Starwyn Farms LLC

NYC, NY $10,400

4th Hampton 8, Swedish WB

James Lala O/Jenny Sutton

Wellington, FL $6,400

5th Dialog L 9, g, Westphalian

o/r/Georgina Bloomberg NYC, NY $4,800

6th Azure 7, g, DWB

r/Emily Williams/19 o/Frances Lindner

OH $4,000

7th Red Panda

r/Louise Serio, o/Alex R. Jayne

Kennett Square, PA $3,200

8th Most Wanted ( “Mel”) 10,g,ch.,16.2,Hanoverian,Lg. Jr.15 & U, 3’6”

r/Cody Baird/14 o/October Farm - t/Scott Stewart

Greenwich, CT $2,400

9th Woodward 7,g

r/Don Graves o/M/M Donald Graves

$2,400

10th Unanimous 7

r/Danielle Torano o/Jimmy&Torano Ft. Lauderdale, FL $1,600

11th The Winning Edge 8, g, bay, 16.1, Dutch WB, Rg. W. Htr., 4’

r/Danielle Goldstein, o/Strawyn Farms LLC

NY, NY $1,600

12th Southern Flight 9, g, DWB

r/Harold Chopping o/Melanie Garber

North Carolina Fall in Rnd 2 $1,600



2000 HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR RESULTS

2000 $50,000 AHJF MILLENNIUM HUNTER CLASSIC RESULTS February 19, 2000, Cosequin Winter Equestrian Festival, Wellington, FL

Judges – Team 1: Karen Healey, Linda Hough, Team 2: Danny Robertshaw, Fred Bauer, Team 3: Sue Ashe, Susie Humes

PL HORSE BREED INFO, Division, ht jpg.

RIDER/age Trainer

HOMETOWN SCORE

1st Most Wanted ( “Mel”) 9, Hanoverian g. ch. 16.2, Lg. Jr. 15 & U, 3’6”

Cody Baird, 13 Scott Stewart

Greenwich, CT 91.33

2nd The Winning Edge 8, g, bay, 16.1, Dutch WB, Rg. W. Htr., 4’

Holly Hays, 24 Leo Conroy

Colts Neck, NJ 90

3rd Spectacular Ruler 8, g., dk bay, 16.1, Dutch TB, 2nd Yr. Gr., 3’9”

Holly Hays, 24 Leo Conroy

Colts Neck, NJ 88.16

4th Ultimate 13, g., ch., 16, Dutch WB b/Almay,18-35 A/O, 3’6”

Caroline Moran, 32 Scott Williamson

Wellington, FL 85.25

5th Mufasa 6, g., bay, 17.2, Trak.-TB, sire/Shoenfeld, 1st Yr Gr, 3’6”

Penny Lombardo, 38 t/self

Wellington, FL 83.49

6th Country Classic 7, g., bay, 16.1, TB, Gr. Conf., 3’6”

Jimmy Torano, 35 Prof.

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 82.90

7th Little Lion 7, g., bay, 15.3, Dutch WB, Sm. Jr. 15/U, 3’6”

Charlie Jayne, 13 Alex Jayne

West Palm Beach, FL

81.93

8th Frascati 13, g., bay, 16.3, Holsteiner, 3’6”

WCHR National Champion A/O 1999

Daryl Portela, 36 Patricia Stovel

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 81.83

9th Time Square 8, g., bay, 16.2, Holsteiner, 1st Yr. Gr., 3’6”

Robert CrandallProf.

Horseheads, NY 80.66

10th Perfect Fit 3’6”

Tammy Provost, 29 Indianapolis, IN 80.24

11th Seventh Heaven 6, m, dk. By, 16.1 ½, TB/Sporting Life, Yng. A/O, 3’6”

Jackie Schubert, 34 Jack Stedding

Annapolis, MD 80.16

12th Melbourne 5, g., ch., 16.2, Dutch WB, Gr. Conf., 3’6”

Robert CrandallProf.

Horseheads, NY 77.83



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EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL IN WELLINGTON. FREE ADMISSION. CALL 561-793-5867 FOR MORE DETAILS.

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THE AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 20th, BEGINNING AT 6 PM, AT THE

FTI WINTER EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL IN WELLINGTON. THIS EVENT FEATURES TOP NATIONAL AMATEUR,

JUNIOR AND PROFESSIONAL SHOW HUNTER RIDERS AND OFFERS A PURSE OF AROUND $50,000. IT IS ONE

OF THE NATION’S PREMIER HUNTER COMPETITIOINS. RIDERS MUST QUALIFY TO COMPETE IN THIS ANNUAL

EVENT. ADMISSION IS FREE. CALL 561-793-5867 FOR DETAILS.

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THE AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR ON FEBRUARY 20th, BEGINNING AT 6 PM, AT THE FTI WINTER

EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL IN WELLINGTON. ADMISSION IS FREE. THIS EVENT FEATURES TOP NATIONAL

AMATEUR, JUNIOR AND PROFESSIONAL SHOW HUNTER RIDERS AND OFFERS A PURSE OF AROUND $50,000.

IT IS ONE OF THE NATION’S PREMIER HUNTER COMPETITIONS. THIS IS THE ONE EVENT HUNTER RIDERS

ASPIRE TO COMPETE IN ANNUALLY. RIDERS WHO HAVE EARNED THE TITLE OF CHAMPION AND RESERVE

CHAMPION IN THE PRELIMINARY COMPETITIONS AND ARE CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE AHJF, QUALIFY TO

COMPETE IN THIS NO ENTRY FEE CLASS. SHOW HUNTERS ARE JUDGED ON THE STYLE OF THE HORSE AS

THEY JUMP FENCES UNDER THE LIGHTS IN THE INTERNATIONAL ARENA. THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO SEE

THE NATION’S TOP HUNTER RIDERS AND HORSES COMPETE. DON’T MISS OUT ON THIS INCREDIBLE AHJF

HUNTER CLASSIC SPECTACULAR, BEGINNING AT 6:00 PM AT THE FTI WINTER EQUESTRIAN FESTIVAL IN

WELLINGTON. ADMISSION IS FREE. CALL 561-793-5867 TODAY FOR MORE DETAILS.

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AMERICAN HUNTER-JUMPER FOUNDATION FAST FACTS

WHAT IS THE AHJF: A member supported, fully operating, non-profit member and sponsor-supported amateur athletic

organization, which is tax exempt under Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3). Its purpose is to promote the

equestrian sport of hunter competition. It is the parent organization, which has developed the World Championship

Hunter Rider Program (WCHR), a nationally sought after awards program for world-class hunter rider competition. Each

year the winner of the Professional Rider Finals is honored with a media sponsorship.

MISSION: “To promote the equestrian sport of hunter-jumper competition and address the needs of the industry

participants. The organization emphasizes integrity, compassion and sportsmanship through its business programs,

human services, ethics leadership and education.”

ADDRESS: PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583-0369

CONTACT INFO: 508-835-8813, FAX: 508-835-6125, for membership questions and other information email:

[email protected]. Web site: www.ahjf.org.

MEMBERSHIP: Patron Member: $1,000 & Higher; Lifetime Member: $2,000; Contributing Member: $100-$999; Basic

Member: $50-$99; Family Member: $125 (a family is defined as related members residing in one household). You must

complete a membership form for each family member. Membership Renewals on December 1 of each year. Annual

Membership applications and fees must be received in the AHJF membership office 10 days after the completion date of

a WCHR Show or 7 days prior to the start of the final show in a Region for points from that show to count towards WCHR

Awards.

WHY WAS IT FOUNDED: The AHJF was created in 1992 for the purpose of rewarding the hunter riders who are often

overlooked when compared to the highly paid and heavily sponsored show jumper riders. Other goals include spectator

education, a retirement plan, scholarships and encouraging grass-roots organizations. They want to be for the hunter

riders what the Grayson Foundation is for racetrack employees.

WCHR AWARDS: The WCHR Awards Program sanctions a limited number of shows throughout the U.S. and Canada.

The program offers both national and regional awards. Member shows are selected by a membership vote and are

subject to renewal or cancellation at the discretion of the exhibitors. The AHJF also receives feedback on the show via

evaluation cards provided to the competitors. These are given to the show managers with the sole purpose of improving

the overall quality of horse shows.



ANNUALLY FEATURED AHJF EVENTS

THIS IS THE CONTACT INFORMATION FOR ALL AHJF EVENTS

MEDIA CONTACT: Press Link cell: 516-848-4867 or email: [email protected]

AHJF CONTACT: AHJF, PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583-0369, 508-835-8813, [email protected]

FEBRUARY 14, 2010, 6:30-9:30 PM - Bowling for Equestrians - Sunday (2011 DATE TBD)

WHAT: Bowling for Equestrians

WHERE: Greenacres Bowl, 6126 Lake Worth Road, Greenacres, FL

WHY: “Bowling for Equestrians” will be a fun-filled evening of strikes and spares to benefit the American Hunter-Jumper

Foundation’s Emergency Relief Fund (ERF), an account that assists equestrians in a time of financial crisis. The

monies come from the AHJF, private gifts and other donations such as The Capital Challenge Horse Show and each

WCHR horse show member event. All donations are tax deductible as charitable contributions. Established in 1995,

over the past 11 years the ERF has assisted 50 equestrians and distributed over $450,000.

FEBRUARY 20, 2010, 6:00-10:00 PM - AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular - Saturday

WHAT: The American Hunter-Jumper Foundation Hunter Classic Spectacular

WHERE: Winter Equestrian Festival, 14440 Pierson Rd., Wellington, FL 33414. Event will take place in the

International Arena.

WHY: This is a major fundraiser for the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation, Inc. (AHJF) and its programs.

The AHJF was formed to further the development of the equestrian sport of show hunter rider and show jumping

competition by providing a national office to organize, coordinate and support hunter rider and show jumping equestrian

competition. Programs of the AHJF include the World Championship Hunter Rider Awards, the AHJF Junior Hunter

Challenge, the AHJF Emergency Relief Fund and the AHJF 401k and Profit Sharing Plan.

OCTOBER 8, 2010, 7:00 PM – AHJF/WCHR Pro Finals - Friday

WHAT: AHJF/World Championship Hunter Rider Professional Finals

WHERE: Prince George’s Equestrian Center, 14955 Pennsylvania Ave., Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

DETAILS: World Championship Hunter Rider Professional Finals for the AHJF World Championship Hunter Rider

title. (The winner of the Championship will be presented with a unique media sponsorship package.) This is the only

Hunter competition for Professional Hunter riders where riders go head to head after accumulating points on their

best rides of the horse show. The top four are asked to compete on horses they have never ridden; the horses are kept

confidential throughout the show.



THE AMERICAN HUNTER-JUMPER FOUNDATION STORY

Louise Serio’s dream was to create an organization whose purpose would be to reward hunter riders (and their horses),

who are often overlooked when compared to the highly paid and heavily sponsored show jumper riders. Louise joined

forces with a few key people to create the World Championship Hunter Rider Association in 1991. While creating an

organization that would benefit the riders in competition, she also wanted to care for them in other ways. Therefore, in

1992 the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation, Inc. was established as the parent organization. The AHJF was founded

with a broader purpose: to focus on spectator education, provide emergency support within the hunter/jumper

community, develop a retirement plan for the industry, offer scholarships and encourage grass-roots organizations to

become more educated. One of the most successful programs is the AHJF Emergency Relief Fund, to help those who

suddenly find themselves in a difficult situation.

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The real beginnings of the AHJF were in 1991 when the concept of the World Champion Hunter Rider Association

(WCHRA) originated when Serio and Geoff Teall developed an awards program designed to recognize hunter riders.

The then national WCHRA awards were presented at the 1992 Washington International Horse Show.

In August of 1992, the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation, Inc. was founded because of the apparent need and ideas

of the members that extended beyond the awards program. The original WCHRA was dissolved with the founding of the

new organization but the awards program became the first program and remains a vital part of the AHJF.

In 1993, the Awards program was expanded to include National Awards for ponies and Regional children and adult

hunters.

In March of 1994, the AHJF Business Support Association (AHJF BSA, Inc.) was formed to address business related

concerns.

In 1995, the inaugural Professional WCHR (sponsored by the Chronicle through 2003) was held at the Capital Challenge

Horse Show at the Prince George’s Equestrian Center in Maryland. The winner was given a unique media campaign

sponsorship administered by the AHJF through its PR Firm, Press Link. This was also the year the AHJF Emergency

Relief Fund was established to provide emergency financial support to individuals and families involved in the industry.

In 1997, the inaugural $25,000 AHJF Hunter Classic took place in Palm Beach, FL.

In 1999, $175,000 was awarded in five classes held in CA, FL, MD and NY, which included a $50,000 Hunter Classic at

the National Horse Show.

In 2000, the AHJF Millennium Hunter Classic was a $50,000 event.

In 2001, the AHJF $100,000 Hunter Classic Spectacular took place and the inaugural Legacy Cup, an all hunter horse

show, debuted in Lexington, Virginia.

In 2001, 2002 and in 2003, the AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular was a repeat win by Strapless, ridden by Emily

Williams.



In 2003, Monarch International’s Show Circuit Magazine took over the sponsorship of the Professional World Champion

Hunter Rider finals.

In 2004 (through 2007), a new sponsorship formed between the AHJF and Dover Saddlery for the AHJF/Dover Junior

Hunter Challenge, an innovative, new show hunter program designed to positively impact the future of the show hunter

sport in America, by promoting, encouraging and recognizing riding talent in youth who are not currently showing at the

U.S. Equestrian Federation (USEF) recognized level. Also this year Strapless won the Hunter Classic an

unprecedented 4th time with owner Clara Lindner riding.

In 2005, new trophies were added to the AHJF Hunter Classic: The Strapless Challenge Trophy (to the horse who

matches Strapless’ unprecedented 4 consecutive wins – along with a cash incentive of $75,000), the Let’s Dance

Trophy (in honor of friend and horseman Eugene R. Mische), presented to the winning rider of the Classic and the Mark

R. Gregory Memorial Trophy for Excellence to the Best Conditioned and Turned Out Horse in the first round of

the Classic.

In 2005, The World Championship Hunter Rider World Cup Team Hunter Challenge was held on April 23 during the

World Cup Finals, at the Las Vegas Thomas and Mack Center. In 2007 a Rematch took place. The competition was

composed of one team of four riders from Europe competing against a team of riders from the USA (the past four

Professional WCHR National Champions—Peter Pletcher, Scott Stewart, Louise Serio and John French). The event

gave the hunter sport the opportunity to be showcased to an international audience. In 2005, the Europeans won but in

2007, the US riders were victorious.

In 2007, Bowling for Equestrians was a new concept developed as an annual fundraiser for the AHJF’s Emergency

Relief Fund.

In 2010, a number of new programs and subtle changes were made to what the AHJF has to offer including the addition

of the WCHR Handy Hunter National and Regional Awards, a WCHR Emerging Professional Division and WCHR

Amateur-Owner 3’3” Division. Two new WCHR awards were added: Regional Owners Awards and National

Trainer Awards. Also, changes were made to the specs for the Professional Finals held each year in October at the

Capital Challenge Horse Show. There were also changes made to the increment system.

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The annual National and Regional WCHR program is an important part of the AHJF. Professional, Junior and Amateur

Riders are invited to compete by qualifying through the WCHR National program throughout the year. A rider’s top four

WCHR shows count towards awards in four divisions: Professional, Junior, Amateur and Pony. These riders then

compete directly against one another in Challenge Classes at the Capital Challenge Horse Show in Upper Marlboro, MD.

In the Professional Division the points from these three components combine to decide the top six riders who then ride

off for the WCHR Professional title. Similar to a World Championship, the riders compete over a 3’6” course on each of

the four horses. The class is judged by five judges using the open numerical scoring system. The rider with the highest

cumulative total is the winner. Along with the trophies and money earned, the winner is also honored with a media

campaign sponsorship. The 2009 winner was Hunt Tosh, Cummings, GA.



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Beyond all of the above, the AHJF takes great pride in the many programs it offers, including the AHJF Emergency Relief

Fund, which was established in 1995. The AHJF ERF is the benevolent fund of the American Hunter-Jumper

Foundation, Inc. It has been established to provide emergency financial support to individuals in the show hunter and

jumper sport suffering from an incapacitating illness, catastrophic accident or injury. The Board of the AHJF reviews

emergency situations and makes a determination in accordance with the need. The money to fund this program comes

from private gifts, WCHR member events, dedicated fundraising events and horse shows willing to encourage exhibitors

to make a contribution, such as The Capital Challenge Horse Show, which each year adds a $5 donation to each entry

during their one-week show. Donations are tax deductible as charitable contributions.

Some of the more recent ones are Charles Johnson and Gail Knieriem while fighting and eventually losing their battles

with cancer. After Charles passed his wife Mary sent a note that echoes the sentiments of everyone who has received

ERF funds. She wrote, “Charles wanted everyone to know that he was grateful for the monetary support. The

Foundation’s support gave Charles a sense of being. He was able to contribute to the household bills during his battle

with cancer.”

Others who benefitted from the fund include Gerry Briggs, who needed double bypass surgery after a heart attack; Jeff

Wirthman, an “R” judge and long-time trainer who underwent multiple surgeries for his hip and back; Annie Casey, a

Pennsylvania girl confined to a wheelchair as a result of injuries sustained in a riding accident and Gretchen Tank, a

California trainer without any insurance or family, who shattered her knee.

The list continues with Margie McDonald,a trainer who was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia, which is now in

remission; Jack Miller, a highly respected farrier who had no health insurance when he suffered a heart attack and

underwent emergency angioplasty; Dennis Wilk, a farrier in Ohio, who was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, an

extremely rare form of bone marrow cancer similar to leukemia for which there is no cure; Chip Leonard and Morgan

Taylor, hunter/jumper professionals in GA who lost their stable and eight horses in a fire;

Tax donations can be sent to the AHJF Emergency Relief Fund to help fellow horsemen by calling 508-835-8813,

emailing [email protected] or mailing to: AHJF Relief Fund, PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583.

IINN CCOONNCCLLUUSSIIOONN

The AHJF is a fully operating member and sponsor supported, non-profit organization, which is tax exempt under the IRS

501(c)(3) charitable law. It is the parent organization, which has developed the World Championship Hunter Rider

Program (WCHR), a nationally sought after awards program for world-class hunter rider competition. Its mission is to

promote the equestrian sport of hunter-jumper competition and address the needs of the industry’s participants. The

organization emphasizes integrity, compassion and sportsmanship through its business programs, human services,

ethics leadership and education. Since its inception, the AHJF has made great strides. The horses and riders who

compete in the hunter divisions are some of the finest competitors in the nation, and they deserve their chance to be

noticed. The American Hunter-Jumper Foundation can be contacted at: PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583-0369,

Phone: 508-835-8813, Fax: 508-835-6125, email: [email protected].



WHAT’S NEW AT AHJF The AHJF is introducing new programs and new divisions for the 2010 season:

WCHR Handy Hunter National Awards (http://ahjf.org/wchr-handy_hunter.shtml)

Points for the WCHR Handy Hunter Awards will be tracked from the following WCHR National Divisions: • Professional • Emerging Professional 3’6” • Amateur Owner 3’6” • Junior

Riders earn points by competing in the handy class of their respective divisions at any WCHR show.

Points will be calculated based on their placing in the handy class and using the USEF Increment chart for AA competitions.

If there is a WCHR Handy Classic the points will count based on the USEF Increment Point Chart for Classics.

Riders who compete on more than one horse will only earn points from their highest placing in their respective handy class at each show.

Only points from the rider’s top four WCHR shows will count toward year-end Awards.

Points accumulated in the handy class of each WCHR recognized division at the Capital Challenge Horse Show are added to the riders top four shows.

The AHJF will invite the top 30 nationally ranked riders to the WCHR Handy Hunter Finals at the Capital Challenge Horse Show

WCHR Handy Hunter Regional Awards (http://ahjf.org/wchr-handy_hunter.shtml)

Points for the WCHR Handy Hunter Awards will be tracked from the following WCHR National Divisions: • Professional • Emerging Professional 3’6” • Amateur Owner 3’6” • Junior

Riders earn points by competing in the handy class of their respective divisions at any WCHR show held within their designated region.

Points will be calculated based on their placing in the handy class and using the USEF Increment chart for AA competitions.

If there is a WCHR Handy Classic the points will count based on the USEF Increment Point Chart for Classics.

Riders who compete on more than one horse will only earn points from their highest placing in their respective handy class at each show.

Only points from the rider’s top four WCHR shows, within their designated region, will count toward year-end Awards.

The AHJF will invite the Champion and Reserve Champion from each WCHR region to the WCHR Handy Hunter Finals at the Capital Challenge Horse Show



WCHR Emerging Professional Division (http://ahjf.org/wchr-emerging_pro.shtml):

The intent of the program is to identify new professionals or those that have not consistently won at the upper levels of show hunter sport. In that spirit, the AHJF have defined the following criteria for an Emerging Pro. Please note, all Emerging Pro applications will be subject to review by the AHJF Board of Directors.

Rider has never placed in the top 10 of the WCHR Professional National standings.

Rider has never been a WCHR Professional Regional Champion

Rider has never won a Legacy Cup Restricted Pro Final

Rider has never won the Emerging Pro Finals Class

Rider has not been Champion or Reserve Champion in a professional hunter division run at 3"6" or higher at the following shows: Devon, Capital Challenge, Pennsylvania National Horse Show, Washington International Horse Show, and/or The National Horse Show.

WCHR Regional Owners Awards (http://ahjf.org/wchr-reg_owners_awards.shtml)

WCHR Regional Owner Awards will be awarded 1st through 6th place in all WCHR divisions in the eight WCHR REGIONS. Riders and owners must be AHJF active members to be eligible. Horses will be tracked based on the points earned in their top four regional shows. The region of record will be determined by the rider's regional selection. If the horse is ridden by multiple riders with different regional selections, then the horse may earn points in multiple regions.

WCHR National Trainer Awards (http://ahjf.org/wchr-info.shtml) Presented to the trainer of each of the WCHR National Champions. Trainers are encouraged to support this award by renewing their membership with the AHJF.

In Disguise Amateur-Owner 3’6” National Trainer Award

Professional, Emerging Professional, Junior, Pony, Adult, and Amateur-Owner 3’3” National Trainer Award

Other “New at AHJF”: For more details go to: www.ahjf.org

The addition of a WCHR Amateur-Owner 3’3” Division

Changes to the specs for the Professional Finals

Changes to the increment system



THE AHJF’S EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND IS ABOUT COMPASSION, HOPE AND SUPPORT

In 2007 Charles Johnson died of lung cancer but while he was going through his struggle the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation’s Emergency Relief Fund was there to help lighten some of the burden. “We had been helping with his monthly expenses,” explained AHJF Executive Director Michele Perla.

While that may seem like a small thing, to someone who has suddenly had their world changed in an instant, monetary support can be a huge boost. AHJF President Geoff Teall has seen the good that the ERF has done. "I think the AHJF Emergency Relief Fund is one of the most important programs in our industry today. We have been able to make a significant difference in the lives of many people at just the moment when they need it the most. Although there are other programs out there, we seem to be able to give a more substantial amount of help, in an unusually timely manner."

After Charles passed his wife Mary sent a note saying, “Charles wanted everyone to know that he was grateful for the monetary support. The Foundation’s support gave Charles a sense of being. He was able to contribute to the household bills during his battle with cancer.”

It is for that exact reason that the ERF was established in 1995 to provide emergency financial support to individuals and families involved in the hunter and jumper sport. Since its inception over $450,000 has been distributed. Jeff Wirthman, an “R” judge and long-time trainer, wrote to the AHJF Board after he was helped in 2007 saying, “I want to thank each and everyone for helping me in this terrible time. I could not have survived without your help and am looking forward to getting back to work.” At the time of his letter Jeff had undergone multiple surgeries for his hip and back followed by rehabilitation and was unable to work.

Even though Gail Knieriem, like Charles, eventually lost her battle with cancer, she and her family were thrilled that the AHJF was there to help Gail with her living expenses from March through June because she had been so sick that she was unable to work. Afterwards Gail’s friend Parker Minchin wrote, “… thank you all for the efforts that the AHJF made for Gail. We have asked that … people make donations to the AHJF emergency fund in Gail's memory. I hope your Foundation can get enough donations to pay back the money for some other person needing help. Please know that your help was very much needed … Gail was a wonderful person and a great friend and horsewoman and she touched a lot of lives just as your association and Foundation have done.”

Charles, Jeff and Gail are only three examples of many of the worthy people who have benefitted from the ERF. Some of the early recipients include Annie Casey, a Pennsylvania girl confined to a wheelchair as a result of injuries sustained in a riding accident and Gretchen Tank, a California trainer who shattered her knee and had no insurance or family. The Emergency Relief Fund came to the aid of Frank and Candie Owens whose Texas farm sustained major flood damage; Tarah Toler, a 17-year-old Montana girl who suffered severe head injuries when her horse fell and rolled on her; Moira Caffarey, a top-notch groom battling advanced lung and liver cancer; and Larry Larson a California rider and trainer who suffered from a rare and extremely disabling genetic disease known as adrenaleukodystrophy (ALD).

Also receiving assistance was Karen Golding, a USET stable manager, who suffered a badly broken and separated ankle complicated by the fact that she is diabetic; Margie McDonald, a trainer at Creekside Ranch in Woodacre, CA who was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia; Jack Miller, a highly respected farrier who had no health insurance when he suffered a heart attack and underwent emergency angioplasty; and Dennis Wilk, a well-respected farrier, who was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma, an extremely rare form of bone marrow cancer. Chip Leonard and Morgan Taylor, well-known hunter/jumper professionals in Alpharetta, GA, benefited from the fund when they lost their stable, all its contents and eight horses in a fire.

Louise Serio, one of the founders of the AHJF, was the inspiration behind the Emergency Relief Fund. “The ERF was one of the first things we wanted to do with the Foundation after the World Championship Hunter Rider concept was established. We wanted to broaden our scope. It has been one of the most rewarding things that we have done.”

The Board looks at emergency situations, (medical emergency, accident disability or death in the family, drug or alcohol abuse, fire or a disaster) and makes a determination in accordance with the need. The monies come from the AHJF, private gifts and from other donations such as The Capital Challenge Horse Show and each WCHR horse show member event. All donations are tax deductible as charitable contributions.

The ERF Program is only part of what the AHJF offers. The organization was formed in 1992 to further the development of the equestrian sport of show hunter rider and show jumping competition by providing a national office to organize, coordinate and support hunter rider and show jumping equestrian competition. Other programs of the AHJF include the World Championship Hunter Rider Awards. The AHJF also hosts the AHJF/ WCHR Finals (October 8, 2010), the AHJF Hunter Classic Spectacular in Florida (February 20, 2010) and “Bowling for Equestrians” a fundraiser for the ERF (February 14, 2010). Tax donations can be sent to the AHJF Emergency Relief Fund to help fellow horsemen by calling 508-835-8813, emailing [email protected] or mailing: AHJF Relief Fund, PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583.



BOWLING FOR EQUESTRIANS FAST FACTS

WHEN: Sunday, February 14, 2010, 6:30-9:30 PM – 2011 Date TBD

WHAT: The AHJF is hosting its fourth annual bowling fundraiser for its Emergency Relief

Fund, which assists equestrians in their time of financial crisis. This will be a family and barn

oriented party. The evening will include food, beverages, bowling, karaoke and more.

FUNDRAISER DETAILS: The annual “Bowling for Equestrians” is a fundraiser for the AHJF’s

Emergency Relief Fund.

WHERE: Greenacres Bowl, 6126 Lake Worth Road, Greenacres, FL

WHY: “Bowling for Equestrians” will be a fun evening of strikes and spares to benefit the American Hunter-Jumper

Foundation’s (AHJF) Emergency Relief Fund (ERF), which was established in 1995. The AHJF ERF is the benevolent

fund of the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation, Inc. It was established to provide emergency financial support to

individuals in the show hunter and jumper sport suffering from an incapacitating illness, catastrophic accident or injury.

The Board of the AHJF reviews emergency situations and makes a determination according to the need. The money to

fund this program comes from private gifts, WCHR member events, dedicated fundraising events and horse shows

willing to encourage exhibitors to make a contribution, such as The Capital Challenge Horse Show, which each year

adds a $5 donation to each entry during their one-week show. Donations are tax deductible as charitable contributions.

Established in 1995, over the past 11 years the ERF has assisted 50 equestrians and has distributed over $450,000.

WHO: Event Chair is Katie Robinson.

PURCHASING A BOWLING LANE: Sponsorships are available and families, barns or individuals can purchase a lane

or individual tickets. Lanes can be purchased for $2,000 and Individual tickets for $75 and a child ticket for $45. To

purchase a bowling alley, please call The American Hunter-Jumper Foundation at 508-835-8813.

RAFFLE PRIZES & AWARDS: A variety of raffle prizes have been donated by individuals and companies including but not limited to:

- Insulated Tumblers and Travel Lids with Horse Motifs courtesy of Tervis Tumblers

- ”Women Riders Who Could... And Did: Life Stories of Top Equestriennes” by Karma Kitaj

Life Spring Coaching... At The Crossroads of Your Life

- Pink Parchment Soaps bath and beauty products will provide soaps with a horse motif

DONATIONS WELCOME: The AHJF is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation. A portion of the donation is tax deductible with

the balance covering the fair market value of the benefit.

MEDIA CONTACT: Press Link cell: 516-848-4867; Fax: 631-773-6165 or E-mail: [email protected]

AHJF CONTACT: AHJF Relief Fund, PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583-0369, Phone: 508-835-8813,

www.ahjf.org, email: [email protected].



COOLER DONORS FOR THE AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC Regular Working Montoga Inc.

Regular Conformation Market Street

Green Conformation Derbydown, Inc./Louise Serio

1st Yr Green Working (A) Tammy & Jon Williams

1st Year Green Working (B) Tammy & Jon Williams

2nd Yr Green Working Spencer Ranch/Rachel Spencer

A/O 18-35 Hillside Farm

A/O 36 and over Barbara Lundy

A/O 3'3” division Hal & Sandra Epstein

Small Junior, Young Scott Williamson

Small Junior, Older Finally Farm

Large Junior, Young Ashland Farm

Large Junior, Old (A) Havens Schatt/Milestone, LLC

Large Junior, Old (B) Nancy Free/Brass Ring Farm

Adults 18-35 (A) Sue Miner

Adults 18-35 (B) McQuay Stables, Inc.

Adults (A) 36-50 PJP

Adults (B) 36-50 Acres West & Leslie Steele

Adults over 50 (A) PJP

Adults over 50 (B) Brookwood Farm, Inc.

Small Pony Spring Hill Farm

Medium Pony Norgan, Inc.

Large Pony Over The Hill Farm/William H. Schaub

Children's Hunter, 14 & under (A) Over The Hill Farm/William H. Schaub

Children's Hunter, 14 & under (B) Meadowview Farm/Stephanie Riggio

Children's Hunter, over 14 Meadowview Farm/Stephanie Riggio

Children's Pony, Large Believe It Farm

Children's Pony, Sm/Med Ginny Edwards & Hidden Hollow

CHILDREN'S HUNTER CLASSIC Eight Oaks, Inc

LARGE PONY HUNTER CLASSIC Bright Star 158 LLC/Jennifer Burger

MEDIUM PONY HUNTER CLASSIC High Hopes Farm

SMALL PONY HUNTER CLASSIC Christa Endicott

ADULT HUNTER CLASSIC Carol Cone & Harry Silverman

AHJF HUNTER CLASSIC Grazing Fields

CHILDREN'S PONY CLASSIC Denise Maynard



AHJF WCHR PROFESSIONAL FINALS FAST FACTS

WHEN: Friday, October 8, 2010, 7:45 PM as part of the Capital Challenge Horse Show

7:15: Exhibitor Party on Concourse with Open Buffet presented by The Gochman Family

7:30: Various AHJF Awards Presentations in Arena

(AHJF Junior Hunter Challenge Regional winners, Lifetime Achievement, Sportsmanship Award, etc.)

Post Event Reception: Press Conference and Dessert Buffet in Paddock Lounge

WHAT: $7,500 Professional World Championship Hunter Rider Finals for the AHJF Professional WCHR title.

(The winner of the Championship will be presented with a media sponsorship package.)

WHERE: Prince George’s Equestrian Center, Upper Marlboro, MD

WHY: This is the only hunter competition for professional hunter riders where riders compete head to head after

accumulating points throughout the year-long competition season. The top six ranked riders compete Friday night for one

of the most sought after hunter rider titles.

CLASS SPECS: NO ENTRY FEE - Open to the top six professional riders in the National WCHR Final Standings,

including points earned from the divisions at Capital Challenge and the WCHR Professional Challenge Class. All riders

must provide a horse for the class and ride that horse in the first round. With the exception of Pre-Green horses, all

horses are eligible. The class will be judged on presentation of the horse and style of the rider. The Class is scored

under the open numerical system by multiple teams of two judges. Each team will present one score and the scores

averaged for a single round total. Each rider will compete in three rounds on three different horses (assigned by a draw

for the horses) over a course of eight to ten fences set at 3'6" and receive a score for each round. After three rounds the

three best riders with the highest cumulative scores will advance to a fourth round on a horse they have not ridden. The

fourth round will be a handy course where brilliance will be rewarded. The rider with the highest cumulative four round

total will be the winner. In case of a tie for first place there will be a ride off to determine the winner.

COST: Spectators can come watch the event for FREE!

WHAT THE JUDGE IS LOOKING FOR: Show hunters are judged on the style of the horse. The horse should look as if

it could carry a rider smoothly, comfortably and safely over a course of natural style jumps. The horses should be both

elegant and agile as they negotiate obstacles similar to those encountered on a foxhunt.

SPONSORS: Sponsored by Stillwell-Hansen, Inc.; Presented by John R. Ingram Fund & The Ingram Family; Produced

by The American Hunter-Jumper Foundation, Inc.; Hosted by the Capital Challenge Horse Show. Winner is the Recipient

of the AHJF Professional Title

MEDIA CONTACT: Press Link, Cell: 516-848-4867; email: [email protected]

AHJF CONTACT: AHJF, PO Box 369, West Boylston, MA 01583-0369, Phone: 508-835-8813, www.ahjf.org, email:

[email protected].

CAPITAL CHALLENGE: www.capitalchallenge.org



AHJF JUNIOR HUNTER CHALLENGE FAST FACTS WHAT IS IT?: The Junior Hunter Challenge is a hunter program created by the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation

Inc. (AHJF) in which junior riders competing at the grass roots level are introduced to a hunter type competition that will

emphasize and reward their ability to present their horse or pony. The riders from each region (one from the East and

one from the West) accumulating the most points from their top three shows will be named regional Champions.

Regional Champions will be invited to come, accompanied by an adult, as the guests of the AHJF to the Capital

Challenge Horse Show to meet the sport's top professionals, participate in a behind the scene tour and watch show

hunters compete at a world level. (To learn about the weekend go to http://www.ahjf.org/dover-sample-weekend.shtml).

The winner will also meet and get photographed with the AHJF WCHR Professional Rider winner, which takes place

Friday evening, October 8, 2010.

WHEN & WHERE: At the Capital Challenge Horse Show the weekend of October 8-10, 2010.

CLASS SPECIFICATIONS: The American Hunter-Jumper Foundation Junior Hunter Challenge will be judged on hunter

showmanship and will be run as a two-phase event. The first phase is to be shown over a course of eight hunter type

fences 2'6" in height (in & outs excluded) and include two changes of direction. Open numerical scoring (using the

Hunter Challenge scoring system) will be used. The top scoring six riders will be invited into the ring for Phase II. Phase

II must consist of six elements or fences and each rider will be scored for the second round. The first and second round

score will be added for a total class score. The rider with the highest score is the class winner.

HUNTER CHALLENGE SCORING SYSTEM: The AHJF Junior Hunter Challenge will be judged using the open

numerical scoring system (each rider will be assigned a score from 100-1 to reflect the result of their ride). The AHJF has

sought the advice of many of the sport's top and respected judges in order to create a unique judge’s card specifically

designed for this class. With this judging system, the judge will score the jumps individually (rating the horse’s

movement, way of going and jumping style), using mandatory deductions (for major and minor faults). Once the judge

has scored the jumps, she/he will add points based on Rider Influence (the rider's decision-making skills and ability to

present his/her horse) and Turnout (both horse and riders overall turnout and presentation). A score will be assigned to

each round. Scores from phase I and phase II will be added together to determine the class placing.

RIDER ELIGIBILIY:

Open to Junior riders (riders under 18 years of age at December 1 of the current competition year)

Past AHJF Junior Hunter Challenge Regional winners are not eligible to compete in this class.

To be eligible for a regional award, a rider may never have competed over fences exceeding 2’9” in height. In

addition, riders may not show in a division recognized by the USEF (at a USEF recognized horse show) at the zone

or national level after December 1 of the current competition year.

Rider's may show in as many AHJF Junior Hunter Challenge classes as they wish. However, only the points from

their top three shows will count toward regional awards.

WHAT ARE THE REGIONS? The Eastern division will include all states east of the Mississippi River and the Western

region will include states West of the Mississippi. The rider’s home address will be used for their region.

CONTACT: Press Link PR/Diana De Rosa, cell: 516-848-4867 or the American Hunter-Jumper Foundation, Michele Perla, 508-835-8813, day of event: 774-696-0170, email: [email protected].

THE REPORT WAS PREPARED BY PRESS LINK PR - 45 Sarah Drive, Farmingdale, NY 11735 - 516-848-4867 - [email protected]

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