August 17-18, 2012 Kentucky Horse Park Lexington, KY. Photo by Shawn McMillen

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1 August 17-18, 2012 Kentucky Horse Park Lexington, KY Photo by Shawn McMillen

2 AND COMPANY Presenting Sponsor of USHJA Hunter Derby Series Farm Property Stable Liability Farm Umbrella Farm Auto Care/Custody/Control Club Liability Club Directors/Officers Horse Mortality/Medical Offering the Sport Horse Community numerous comprehensive equine related insurance products through qualified companies at competitive premium prices Equine Insurance Shawna Dietrich Fax Fran Dotoli 203/ Partners with Lavin Insurance

3 USHJA 2012 International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance Table of Contents 2. Welcome Letter from USHJA President Bill Moroney 3. Welcome Letter from Presenting Sponsor Shawna Dietrich of Dietrich Equine Insurance 4. Program History/ Committee Page 5. Judging High Performance Hunters 6. Competition Schedule Derby Series Events 9. Sponsors 10. Trophies 11. Awards 12. Roster of Officials 13. Competition Officials Biographies 15. Series Winners 16. Lifetime Derby Standings 17. Thank You 18. Competing Horse Biographies 28. Competing Rider Biographies 34. Competing Owner Biographies 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 1

4 WELCOME FROM THE USHJA PRESIDENT Welcome to the 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance. The United States Hunter Jumper Association would like to thank all the riders, owners and their horses for participating in the Derby Series. The 2012 Derby Finals has a few exciting format changes including the addition of $15,000 in prize money bringing the total amount of prize money offered to $115,000. On the first day of competition, all qualified and entered horses shall compete in a Classic Hunter Round. The field then narrows and splits with the top scoring 30 horses from the Classic Hunter Round competing Saturday evening over a Handy Hunter course for $100,000 in prize money, and the next highest scoring 30 horses from the Classic Hunter Round moving on to the new $15,000 Consolation Competition generously supported by Moyer Farm, LLC. In addition to prize money, the Derby Finals features numerous trophies and awards which will be presented in several categories throughout the competition. The International Hunter Derby Series continues to highlight tradition, horsemanship and great competition in the hunter ring. The USHJA enjoys hosting this event each year to bring together an amazing group of athletes that share our love and dedication to the sport and horses in general. The success of our Derby Program is due to the generosity and support of our sponsors, host managements, exhibitors, officials and USHJA High Performance Hunter Committee members. We thank our presenting sponsor Dietrich Equine Insurance, major sponsor Charles Owen, donor Moyer Farm LLC, series awards sponsors Dover Saddlery, Essex Classics and The Clothes Horse, in addition to the many friends of the Derby Finals who have generously supported this series and our Derby Finals event by donating their time and resources to support the future of hunters. Congratulations again to everyone who qualified for the Derby Finals and best wishes for a successful weekend to all. See you on the rail, William Bill Moroney President United States Hunter Jumper Association USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

5 Dear USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals participants and attendees, On behalf of Dietrich Equine Insurance I would like to welcome you to the 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals. As the Presenting Sponsor for the finals, we are pleased to partner with the USHJA and bring you a spectacular event, one that has brought so many positive things to High Performance Hunter horses and riders. Dietrich Equine Insurance was formed in 1978 to offer the sport horse community numerous comprehensive equine related insurance products on a more personal and professional level. Staying abreast of the latest market trends enables us to provide programs accommodating your individual requirements. We are excited this year to be presenting a Welcome Reception where we will hold the Derby Finals Calcutta and present the Series Awards. We would like to invite everyone to join us on Thursday, August 16th at 6:00 pm, in the USHJA Courtyard. After the presentation of the series awards the 2012 Calcutta Teams, comprised of all horses competing in the Classic Hunter Round, will be auctioned off to benefit the USHJA Foundation Congratulations to the top horses, riders, owners and trainers who have come to the Kentucky Horse Park for the USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals. We hope that you will support us in our continued assistance of the USHJA Derby programs. Good luck to all participants and have fun! Sincerely, Shawna Dietrich, President Dietrich Equine Insurance 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 3

6 PROGRAM HISTORY The United States Hunter Jumper Association was created in 2004, with the mission of advancing and representing the hunter and jumper disciplines by fostering an educated community of equestrians that promote the welfare of the horse and fairness in competition. The USHJA High Performance Hunter Program was created in 2007 to bring the tradition and art of horsemanship back to the show ring. The USHJA International Hunter Derby classes showcase the High Performance Hunters by providing them with the opportunity to compete over courses and obstacles that highlight the tradition and excitement of the American Hunter Discipline and System and to earn significant prize money in the feature class at many of the country s most prestigious horse shows. The eventual goal is to receive approval of the hunters as an international discipline from the FEI. The mission of the USHJA High Performance Hunter Committee is to advance the sport of show hunters and to bring it to the international level. Committee members are dedicated to preserving: The traditional principles of hunter riding The ideals of brilliance, correct jumping style, and the athletic ability of the show hunter True collaboration of horse and rider at the highest level of training and competition Sportsmanship and the welfare of the show hunter The USHJA International Hunter Derby Demonstrations held during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park in 2010 proved a huge draw and confirmed a worldwide interest in show hunters. The concept of the Hunter Derby was presented to a large eclectic audience that could potentially assist the USHJA in its mission to receive approval of hunters as an international discipline from the FEI by returning home and initiating the same type of competition in their own countries. The Competition Series saw an ever increasing number of horses and riders participating in 59 USHJA International Hunter Derby classes nationwide that together offered nearly one million dollars in prize money. The USHJA International Hunter Derby is quickly becoming a catalyst to bring people from around the world to our sport. USHJA HIGH PERFORMANCE HUNTER COMMITTEE Ron Danta, Chair Chrystine Tauber, Vice-Chair Bob Bell Thomas Brennan Kathy Doyle-Newman Haylie Jayne-Rolfe Lynn Jayne Keri Kampsen Jenny Karazissis Britt McCormick Colleen McQuay Hunter Messineo Bobby Murphy Gerry Newman Peter Pletcher Danny Robertshaw Patrick Rodes Susie Schoellkopf Louise Serio Jack Towell Caroline Weeden USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

7 Judging The USHJA International Hunter Derby Hunter Derby classes are judged using accepted judging principles for hunters as well as incorporating a system of bonus points. The different types of fences and more difficult courses are designed to enhance our judging system of rewarding great jumping style, and athletic ability, as well as bold hunter riding. Horses will be judged and numerically scored on quality, movement, jumping style, manners and way of going. Pace and brilliance are to be rewarded. In all rounds of the Hunter Derby there must be four option fences set at 4 0 to 4 3 in height. (Exception: Jump Off Round where there must be a minimum of two option fences set at 4 0 to 4 3 in height). Each judging panel must award an Option Bonus Score of one additional point for EACH of the higher option fences jumped by the rider in each round. The additional one point for each higher option fence jumped must be awarded even if there is a refusal, rail down, or loss of good jumping style at that higher option fence. First Example - If a rider jumps only one higher option fence, but has that rail down, his score would go from a 45 to a 46. Second Example - If a rider jumps only one higher option fence, but jumps it in very poor style, his score would go from a possible score of 65 to a score of 66. Third Example If a rider attempts only one higher option fence but has a refusal, followed by a successful second attempt at the same higher option fence, his score would go from a possible score of 40 to 41. In the Classic Hunter Style Round of the Hunter Derby, each judging panel will give their original score for each horse-and-rider combination based on accepted hunter judging principals. This score and the Option Bonus Score will be announced separately, and then added together to determine the total score of each judging panel for this round. The Handy Hunter Round of the Hunter Derby includes three scoring components. Each judging panel will give their original score for each horse-and-rider combination based on accepted handy hunter judging principles. Then, each judging panel will then be required to give their Option Bonus Score followed by the Handy Bonus Score. The Handy Bonus Score consists of between 0 and 10 points based on each judging panel s opinion of how handily this round was ridden. Riders should be rewarded for making daring choices, difficult turns and working with brilliance and pace. These three scores will be announced separately and then added together to determine the Handy Hunter Round total from each judging panel. The total scores of each horse-and-rider combination from each judging panel are added together to determine that entrant s total score in each round. The total scores of each horse-and-rider combination in each round will be added together to determine their final overall Hunter Derby score. This score will determine the final overall standings of the Hunter Derby class USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 5

8 USHJA 2012 International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance Schedule of Events Subject to Change Date Time Event Location AUGUST 16 th Thursday 8:00am 11:00am 3:45pm 5:00pm Dietrich Equine Insurance Rider Check-In All riders and trainers are asked to attend Official Jog Current coggins and actual competition number MUST be presented with each horse and proper attire is required. Each horse must jog before their Official Warm-Up Hack USHJA Headquarters Johnson Schooling Ring 4:00pm 6:00pm Official Warm-Up Hack Johnson Ring 6:30pm 6:30pm 8:30pm Riders Meeting Mandatory for all riders and trainers Welcome Reception, Series Awards Presentation & Derby Finals Calutta All Derby Finals Participants Welcome USHJA Courtyard USHJA Courtyard AUGUST 17 th Friday 6:30am 6:45am Officials Course Walk Johnson Ring 6:45am 7:45am Course Walk Classic Hunter Round Johnson Ring 7:30am 7:45am Officials Meeting Johnson Ring 8:00am Opening Ceremonies Johnson Ring 8:15am Classic Hunter Round Johnson Ring AUGUST 18 th SATURDAY 2:30pm 3:00pm Handwalk Consolation Round Johnson Ring 3:00pm 3:15pm Officials Course Walk Johnson Ring 3:15pm 3:45pm Course Walk Consolation Round Johnson Ring 3:30pm 3:45pm Officials Meeting Johnson Ring 4:00pm 6:00pm Consolation Round Johnson Ring 6:15pm 6:30pm Officials Course Walk-Finals Johnson Ring 6:30pm 7:15pm Course Walk & Handwalk-Finals Johnson Ring 7:00pm 7:15pm Officials Meeting Johnson Ring 7:30pm Opening Ceremonies Johnson Ring 8:00pm Handy Hunter Round* Johnson Ring Immediately Following Awards Presentation** Johnson Ring *Prize drawings every five horses during the Handy Hunter Round for spectators in designated seating. **Grand Prize New ipad drawing following Awards Presentation for spectators in designated seating. Must be present to win USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

9 USHJA INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY MEMBER EVENT SERIES DATE VENUE LOCATION CONTACT June 11, 2011 Blenheim June Classic I San Juan Capistrano, CA Stephanie Wheeler June 14, 2011 Showplace Spring Spectacular Wayne, IL Patrick Boyle June 17, 2011 Atlanta Summer Classic Conyers, GA Bob Bell June 18, 2011 Country Heir II Lexington, KY Frankie Stark June 18, 2011 Skidmore College Saratoga Classic I Saratoga Springs, NY Adele Einhorn June 24, 2011 Tunica High Rollers Tunica, MS JP Godard June 26, 2011 Early Summer #2 Wilsonville, OR Mike Gallaway June 26, 2011 Summer in the Rockies III Parker, CO Patrick Boyle June 26, 2011 Swan Lake Kick Off Classic Littlestown, PA Lynn Garland July 1, 2011 State College Classic PA Furr, PA Kristin Gretok July 1, 2011 NCHJA Annual Horse Show Raleigh, NC Patrick Rodes July 3, 2011 Brownland Farm Summer Franklin, TN Robin Anderton July 8, 2011 Lion Country Horse Show PA Furr, PA Kristin Gretok July 10, 2011 I Love New York Lake Placid, NY Michael Morrissey July 16, 2011 Chagrin Valley Horse Show Moreland Hills, OH Ralph Alfano July 19, 2011 Colorado Summer Classic Parker, CO Patrick Boyle July 22, 2011 Circle City Equestrian 500 Indianapolis, IN Tom Blankenship July 22, 2011 Horse Shows by the Bay III Williamsburg, MI Alex Rheinheimer July 24, 2011 Oregon High Desert Classic #1 Bend, OR Dianne Johnson July 30, 2011 Showpark Racing Festival Del Mar, CA Stephanie Wheeler July 31, 2011 Equifest I Wayne, IL Kris Rame August 7, 2011 Blowing Rock Charity II Blowing Rock, NC Rick Cram August 13, 2011 Traders Point Charity Zionsville, IN Michael Morrissey August 13, 2011 Evergreen Classic Carnation, WA Jeff Anthony August 14, 2011 Two Rivers Summer Festival I Cumming, IA Tim Hott August 21, 2011 Thunderbird Show Park Summer Langley, BC Chris Pack September 3, 2011 Hampton Classic Bridgehampton, NY Shanette Cohen September 3, 2011 NW Spectacular Wilsonville, OR Mike Gallaway September 5, 2011 Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby Carson City, NV Phil DeVita 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 7

10 USHJA INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY MEMBER EVENT SERIES DATE VENUE LOCATION CONTACT September 9, 2011 Texas Sport Horse Cup Tyler, TX Patrick Rodes September 11, 2011 Chicago Hunter Derby Antioch, IL Bobby Murphy September 18, 2011 St. Louis National Charity Lake St. Louis, MO Tom Blankenship September 25, 2011 The Kentucky National Lexington, KY Hugh Kincannon October 30, 2011 Fleur de lis Farms Argyle, TX Patrick Rodes November 4, 2011 Dallas Harvest Tyler, TX Patrick Rodes November 18, 2011 The Final Chase Katy, TX Pauline Cook December 4, 2011 Holiday & Horses Wellington, FL David Burton December 16, 2011 Lake St. Louis Hunter Jumper Lake St. Louis, MO John McQueen January 28, 2012 Jacksonville A to Z Jacksonville, FL Bob Bell February 10, 2012 Great Southwest Winter Series III Katy, TX Pauline Cook March 2, 2012 Gulf Coast Magnolia Classic IV Gulfport, MS Bob Bell March 10, 2012 Ocala Winter Finals Ocala, FL Kristen Vale March 30, 2012 Pin Oak Charity Katy, TX Roxanne Cook March 30-31, 2012 WEF 12 Wellington, FL David Burton April 6, 2012 The Spring Gathering Katy, TX Pauline Cook April 6, 2012 Camden Spring Classic Camden, SC Rick Cram April 13, 2012 Blenheim Spring Classic III San Juan Capistrano, CA Stephanie Wheeler April 21, 2012 Aiken Spring Classic Aiken, SC Rick Cram April 29, 2012 Texas Shoot-Out Tyler, TX Patrick Rodes May 4, 2012 Lexington Spring Encore Lexington, VA Leslie Brown May 6, 2012 Memphis in May I Germantown, TN Barney Mallace May 11, 2012 Showpark Ranch & Coast Del Mar, CA Stephanie Wheeler May 12, 2012 Kentucky Spring Horse Show Lexington, KY Hugh Kincannon May 13, 2012 Memphis in May II Germantown, TN Barney Mallace May 19, 2012 Old Salem Farm North Salem, NY Allen Rheinheimer May 19, 2012 Atlanta Spring Challenge Conyers, GA JP Godard May 20, 2012 Keswick Hunt Club Keswick, VA Keedie Leonard May 27, 2012 Memorial Day Classic Burbank, CA Brenda Outwater June 3, 2012 Devon Devon, PA David Distler USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

11 THANK YOU The USHJA International Hunter Derby Series and Finals would not be possible without our generous sponsors. Series and Finals Presenting Sponsor & Finals Welcome Reception Sponsor Dietrich Equine Insurance Shawna Dietrich Series and Finals Major Sponsor & Official Helmet of the USHJA Charles Owen, Inc. Roy Burek Series and Finals Awards Sponsor Dover Saddlery Steve Day Series and Finals Awards Sponsor The Clothes Horse Katrina Coldren Series and Finals Awards Sponsor Essex Classics Cathy Sacher Finals Awards Sponsor Ann Hubbard Tack Shop Catherine Holahan Finals Awards Donor Ariat Susan Alcala Finals Awards Sponsor G4 Marketing Ginny Bartholomay MOYER FARMS, LLC Finals Consolation Round Donor Moyer Farm, LLC Rick Moyer Finals Awards Sponsor Grand Prix/Pikeur/Konigs Frantisi Incorporated Stuart Bassin Finals Awards Sponsor McGuinn Farms Liz McGuinn Finals Hospitality Sponsor Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital Dr. Riddle Finals Awards Donor SmartPak Colby Balazs Finals Awards Sponsor Diane Carney & Telluride Farms Official Ulcer Remedy of the Derby Finals Merial Kelley Mundrick & Steven Lerner Media Coverage Sponsor USEF Network & USEF Derby Finals Jumps Sponsor EquiFit, inc. JUMP SPONSORS Chansonette Farm Equestrian Sport Productions Glassy Mountain Farm The Gochman Family MacLean Family and The Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby Queenie Productions R. Bruce Duchossois & H n D Stables, Inc. SBS Farms Inc. & Helen Lenahan USHJA High Performance Hunter Committee 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 9

12 USHJA International Hunter Derby Trophies George H. Morris Perpetual Trophy Donated by: Diane Carney Awarded to the Leading Horse of the International Hunter Derby Member Event Qualifying Series Emerson Burr Perpetual Trophy Donated in memory of Emerson Burr Awarded to the Leading Rider of the International Hunter Derby Member Event Qualifying Series Beaver River Farm Perpetual Trophy Donated by: Ron Danta & Danny Robertshaw Awarded to the International Hunter Derby Finals Champion Rider Wrenwood Farm Trophy Donated by: Jenny Sutton & Wrenwood Farm Awarded to the International Hunter Derby Finals Champion Horse Emerging Professional High Earner Award (not pictured) Donated by: Anonymously through the USHJA Young Professionals Committee Awarded to the Leading Emerging Pro Rider of the International Hunter Derby Member Event Qualifying Series USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

13 2012 DERBY FINALS AWARDS Classic Hunter Round 1st place horse to receive a gift basket with products from Ann Hubbard s Tack Shop and from Grand Prix/Pikeur/Konigs Boots: Acavallo gel pad, SG Stretch Leather Gaite half chaps, Grand Prix Prestige calf zipper paddock boot. Ribbons to be awarded for the Classic Hunter round through 30th place The rider of each horse qualifying for the Handy Hunter round to receive a gift from Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital Top placing Junior-Owner rider to receive a recognition ribbon Top placing Amateur rider to receive a recognition ribbon Handy Hunter Round Ribbons to be awarded for the Handy Hunter round through 12th place Top placing Junior-Owner rider to receive a recognition ribbon Top placing Amateur rider to receive a recognition ribbon Overall Finals Results Overall Champion and Reserve Champion to receive a Ribbon Display Box and stand donated by McGuinn Farms Inc. Overall Champion to receive a gift basket with products from Ann Hubbard s Tack Shop and from Grand Prix/Pikeur/Konigs Boots: Acavallo gel pad, Grand Prix hunt coat, Pikeur breeches, Konigs tall boots. A total of $100,000 in prize money to be awarded to the overall top 20 The rider of each horse placing in the overall top 20 to receive a Charles Owen riding helmet Top 30 awarded jackets courtesy of Ariat and SmartPak. Ribbons to be awarded for the Overall Results through 20th place All top 12 finishers to receive a cooler donated by The Clothes Horse, an Essex Classics riding shirt gift certificate donated by Essex Classics and a Hunter Derby bridle donated by Dover Saddlery. Recognition to be given to the owner, rider, trainer and groom of the Overall Champion of the Finals A perpetual trophy to be awarded to the Overall Champion, who also receives an engraved picture frame. Top placing Junior-Owner rider to receive a recognition ribbon, a Charles Owen riding helmet and from Grand Prix/ Pikeur/Konigs Boots: SG Stretch Leather Gaite half chaps and Grand Prix Prestige calf zipper paddock boot. Top placing Amateur rider to receive a recognition ribbon, a Charles Owen riding helmet and from Grand Prix/Pikeur/ Konigs Boots: SG Stretch Leather Gaite half chaps and Grand Prix Prestige calf zipper paddock boot. To placing Thoroughbred to receive a recognition ribbon. Consolation Handy Round Ribbons to be awarded for the Consolation Handy round through 12th place Overall Consolation Results The rider of the Consolation Champion to receive a Charles Owen riding helmet A total of $15,000 in prize money to be awarded to the overall top 12 Ribbons to be awarded for the Overall Consolation Competition through 12th place Top placing Junior-Owner rider to receive a recognition ribbon and a Charles Owen riding helmet Top placing Amateur rider to receive a recognition ribbon and a Charles Owen riding helmet Series Champions The horse winning the most prize money during the qualifying period to be recognized as the Series Champion and shall receive a keeper trophy. Recognition to be given to the owner, rider, and groom of the Series Champion. The rider winning the most prize money during the qualifying period to be recognized as the Series High Point Rider and shall receive a keeper trophy and from GrandPrix/Pikeur/Konigs Boots: SG Stretch Leather Gaite half chaps, Grand Prix Prestige calf zipper paddock boot and a Grand Prix hunt coat. The Emerging Professional High Money Earner during the qualifying period will receive recognition and a cash prize USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 11

14 ROSTER OF OFFICIALS OFFICIALS JUDGES Rob Bielefeld Linda Hough Betty Oare Wellington, FL Wellington, FL Warrenton, VA Patrick Rodes Geoff Teall Scott Williamson Argyle, TX Wellington, FL Wellington, FL COURSE DESIGNERS Steve Stephens Allen Rheinheimer Palmetto, FL Zionsville, IN STEWARDS Glena Wirtanen Kris Rame Phoenix, MD Clear Lake, IA DERBY FINALS JURY Bill Moroney, Hugh Kincannon, Ron Danta, USHJA President Competition Manager USHJA HPH Keedysville, MD Lexington, KY Comm. Chair Rembert, SC Betty Oare, Judge Glena Wirtanen, Stew- Warrenton, VA ard Phoenix, MD USHJA COORDINATOR JUMPS PHOTOGRAPHY COMMENTATOR MEDIA PARTNER Kelley Mallery Lexington, KY Jumps By Fuzzy Franklin, TN Shawn McMillen Photography shawnmcmillen.com Danny Robertshaw Rembert, SC USEF Network STAFF MANAGER GROUNDS SUPERVISOR ANNOUNCER FARRIER Hugh Kincannon Lexington, KY Rob Murphy Lexington, KY Brian Lookabill Lexington, KY Glenn Dorsett Carthage, NC VETERINARIAN Hagyard Equine Medical Institute, Duncan Peters, DVM SHOW SECRETARY Ellen Veitch Lexington, KY USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

15 Competition Officials Rob Bielefeld Judge Rob Bielefeld is a native of Wisconsin where he started his equestrian career at age 18 and never looked back. Numerous titles throughout the years have led to Rob becoming one of the most sought after officials at horse shows coast to coast for more than 25 years. He holds a USEF R license in Hunter, Hunter Seat Equitation, and Jumpers. Rob has been an honored judge at venues such as Devon, Washington International and the Winter Equestrian Festival and holds the distinction of being the youngest judge to officiate at the National Horse Show. Rob is also a member of the USEF Licensed Officials Committee. This is Rob s first time as a judge for the USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals. Linda Hough Judge A well known and respected trainer-competitor in the Hunter arena for many years, Linda Hough accomplished most everything she attempted. She and top mount Bavaria were named 1990 Chronicle Horse of the Year and later that same year awarded the California Horsewoman of the Year; 2004 Linda was recognized with an AHJF Lifetime Achievement award and in 2005 inducted into the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame. Linda holds R Hunter and Hunter Seat Equitation judges cards and has officiated over some the sport s most prestigious events-such as the Winter Equestrian Festival, the ASPCA Maclay Finals and the National Horse Show. Linda s wealth of knowledge and experience are why this marks her third time as an official for the USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals. Betty Oare - Judge Betty is a lifelong equestrian- the daughter of legendary horseman J. Arthur Reynolds- she began competing in her home area of Tryon, NC and over the years has enjoyed Championship titles at the sport s major events nationwide. Inducted into the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame in 2008 and into the Virginia Horse Shows Association Hall of Fame in 2009, Betty has certainly made an impact on the sport she loves. She s ridden multiple horses to Horse of the Year awards and received lifetime achievement and sportsmanship awards as a hunter rider from the World Hunter Rider Association. She also received the USEF Pegasus Medal of Honor. Now based in Warrenton, VA, Betty has been a USEF R judge in Hunter, Hunter Breeding, and Hunter Seat Equitation for nearly 50 years. She s been requested as a judge for every major equestrian event known- from the Washington International where she was a champion rider herself year after year since its inception in 1958 to this year s USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals. Patrick Rodes Judge Patrick has been judging for over 23 years at the top shows around the country, including the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, Patrick has been judging for over 23 years at the top shows around the country, including the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, the Washington International Horse Show, the Capital Challenge, Palm Beach and the Legacy Cup. He is an R -rated USEF judge in Hunters, Hunter Seat Equitation and Hunter Breeding, as well as an American Quarter Horse Association judge in Hunters, Hunt Seat Equitation and jumpers. Patrick s talents extend to course design, where he holds an R license. Besides designing for such shows as Palm Beach, Washington and the Legacy Cup, he has designed for many Grand Prix events throughout the country. Patrick and his wife Jana own and operate All Around Farm in Argyle, Texas, specializing in hunters and jumpers. They also own and operate Southbound Show Management, which manages over 18 A/AA rated shows a year. Patrick has served on many committees for the USEF and USHJA. Geoff Teall Judge Geoff also holds a R Hunter and Hunter Seat Equitation license. His eye for excellence has helped make Geoff one the most requested judges for equitation events such as the ASPCA Maclay Finals, WIHS Equitation Finals, and the USEF Medal Finals. Competitors will say that while the name Geoff Teall means tough scrutiny, they won t hesitate to tell you that the name also means fairness. His integrity, concern for the horses welfare, and dedication to the sport has led to appointments in the governance of our sport. Geoff currently serves on the Board of Directors of USHJA, USHJA Foundation, and the USEF. Additionally he is chair of the USHJA Hunter Restructure Committee, and the World Championship Hunter Rider Committee. Geoff also serves as an active member of the USHJA Trainer s Certification, High Performance Hunter, and Rule Change committees. At the USEF Geoff is seated on the Licensed Officials Committee, Affiliates Working Group, and the Equitation Task Force USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 13

16 Competition Officials continued Scott Williamson Judge Scott calls Wellington, FL home though he spends a great deal of time traveling from one equestrian event to the next as one of the most requested judges. He s held a USEF R judging license for Hunter, Hunter Seat Equitation and Hunter Breeding for over 30 years. Scott has been an official at the ASPCA Maclay Finals and National Horse Show four times, as well as having judged multiple years at Devon and Capital Challenge. He is also the President of the beloved Middleburg Classic held each fall at Morven Park in Smithfield, VA - both active in the restoration of the facility and the continued growth of the event. Scott s reputation for fairness and being straightforward combined with his expertise in the hunter arenas will serve the competitors of this year s USHJA International Derby Finals well. Hugh Kincannon Manager Hugh is a managing partner of Kentucky Horse Shows LLC, which is based in Lexington, Kentucky. Throughout his career, he has managed some of the largest shows in the country, including the United States Equestrian Federation Pony Finals, the Washington International Horse Show, the American Jumping Classic and the Kentucky National Horse Show. Hugh also serves on the USEF s Jumper Committee. Steve Stephens Course Designer Based in Palmetto, FL, Steve Stephens is a USEF R licensed Hunter course designer; 4* FEI course designer; R Jumper course designer and R judge. Steve is certified by the Aachen School of Course Design of Germany. Calling upon his experience as a competitor provides Steve a deep understanding and an appreciation for what both riders and horses endure on a course. Since the inception of the USHJA International Hunter Derbies, Steve has been drawn back into the Hunter world via creating some of the most intriguing and visually beautiful natural courses for Derbies at such venues as Winter Equestrian Festival, Lake Placid, Traders Point Hunt Charity Horse Show and this year s International Hunter Derby Finals. Allen Rheinheimer Course Designer Allen joins us from his home base in Zionsville, IN. He holds a USEF R in both Hunter and Jumper course design, as well as an R as a Jumper judge. There are very few venues left in the equestrian sport that Allen hasn t worked at as a designer or judge. He had the honor of designing one of the very first USHJA International Hunter Derbies in 2008 for the Gulf Coast Winter Series and Allen has continued creating unique and technical natural Derby courses across the US at some of the most influential hunter events. Kris Rame Competition Steward Kris hails from Clear Lake, IA and wears many hats; from USEF R C1 Steward to R Hunter, Hunt Seat Equitation, Jumper judge to running Midstates Horse Shows, LLC which produces five USEF A rated events in Mason City, IA. Glena Wirtanen Competition Steward Glena calls Phoenix, MD home when she s not at an equestrian event. She s done it all in the equestrian world-from jumping to judging and for over 30 years now Glena has been an USEF R C1 Steward as well as an FEI Level 2 Steward. Her knowledge for equestrian sport rules makes Glena a great addition to the USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals. Brian Lookabill Announcer Brian is a professional horse show announcer based in Lexington, Kentucky. He has announced at major venues across the country, among them the Winter Equestrian Festival. Brian also holds his R jumper judge s card with the USEF. Danny Robertshaw Commentator Danny has trained top show hunters for more than three decades and received numerous accolades along the way. Among the many distinctions Danny holds is being the only rider to be named Champion of the Regular Working Hunters (now known as High Performance Hunters) at Devon, Harrisburg, Washington National, Madison Square Garden- National Horse Show, and the Royal Winter Fair in the same year! He holds an R judges card in Hunter, Hunter Breeding, and Hunter Seat Equitation. Danny is also a dedicated member of the USHJA Licensed Officials and High Performance Hunter Committees. He continues to give vocal support to the USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals as the color commentator for this annual event USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

17 USHJA International Hunter Derby Series Winners Taken Owned by Jessica Stitt Leading Horse of the International Hunter Derby Member Event Qualifying Series Money Won $63,583 Photo by Shawn McMillen Kelley Farmer Leading Rider of the International Hunter Derby Member Event Qualifying Series Money Won $189,367 Courtney Calcagnini Leading Emerging Pro Rider of the International Hunter Derby Member Event Qualifying Series Money Won $30,350 Photo by Shawn McMillen CongratulationS to all OF our winners and good luck to all OF the competitors 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 15

18 Lifetime Earnings for USHJA International Derby Winners The USHJA International Hunter Derby program was developed in 2007 to bring the heritage and art of horsemanship to the forefront of the show ring. The USHJA Derby classes highlight the high performance hunters by providing them with the opportunity to compete over courses and obstacles that recall the history and excitement of the American Hunter Discipline and System, while earning significant prize money in the feature class at many of the country s most prestigious horse shows. Since the inception of the USHJA International Hunter Derby program more than three million dollars has been awarded to the sport s elite athletes. Prize money earnings have been recorded and tracked since USHJA has now launched a Lifetime Earnings data base on its web site to allow both fans and participants the ability to follow the career winnings of their favorites. The standings, which are broken down into two categories, by money won per rider and money won per horse, include competitions with a start date of December 01, 2007 through competitions in the current series for which USHJA has results. USHJA wishes to recognize the accomplishments of these exceptional competitors. From the beginning of the Derby program one horse has led the charge in collecting prize money- Jersey Boy, owned by SBS Farm of Buffalo, NY, the 10 year-old Hanoverian gelding has amassed an impressive $155,000 in lifetime earnings thus far. Jersey Boy s partner from day one, Jennifer Alfano had a joyous reaction to the news, Good boy! This is great and I m thrilled he s number one. It s really special because I brought him along as a youngster and there were some tough times! He s pretty consistent now, but he thinks his job is keeping me on my toes. I m really happy for him-he deserves this honor. Owner Susan Schoellkopf couldn t agree more, He has been a once in a lifetime horse! He and Jennifer are an amazing combination and a thrill for me to watch! Being at the top of the Lifetime Earnings is amazing!! In the category of top money won per rider, Keswick, VA based Kelley Farmer currently holds the top spot with nearly $356,000 in prize money won. The popularity and success of the USHJA International Hunter Derby Program continues to grow largely in part to the generous support of sponsors and competition managers throughout the US. One of the goals of the program has always been to receive approval of the hunters as an international discipline of the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI). The program took a big step in the right direction when the USHJA held International Hunter Derby demonstrations during the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park in It proved to be a huge draw and confirmed a worldwide interest in show hunters. Regarding the USHJA International Hunter Derby program and Lifetime Earnings Standings, Schoellkopf said, Love this program! Absolutely a great help being able to track earnings will bring us in line with other sports and acknowledges the top of our sport in the hunters. For more information on the USHJA International Hunter Derby program and the Lifetime Earnings data please visit our site USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

19 THANK YOU USHJA would like to salute the dedication of the following people and/or businesses for their support to make this event and the qualifying series possible: Dietrich Equine Insurance Charles Owen, Inc Dover Saddlery Ann Hubbard Tack Shop The Clothes Horse Essex Classics Merial/Ulcerguard Grand Prix Pikeur Konigs McQuinn Farms Inc. Diane Carney Telluride Farms Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital USEF Network G4 Marketing Ariat SmartPak Moyer Farm, LLC Chansonette Farm Equestrian Sport Productions EquiFit, inc. Glassy Mountain Farm The Gochman Family MacLean Family The Franktown Meadows Hunter Derby Queenie Productions R. Bruce Duchossois & H n D Stables, Inc. SBS Farms Inc. & Helen Lenahan USHJA High Performance Hunter Committee Ron Danta Hugh Kincannon Bill Moroney Bob Bell Thomas Brennan Kathy Doyle-Newman Lynn Jayne Haylie Jayne-Rolfe Keri Kampsen Jenny Karazissis Britt McCormick Colleen McQuay Hunter Messineo Bobby Murphy Gerry Newman Peter Pletcher Danny Robertshaw Susie Schoellkopf Louise Serio Chrystine Tauber Jack Towell Caroline Weeden Rob Bielefeld Linda Hough Betty Oare Patrick Rodes Geoff Teall Scott Williamson Steve Stephens Allen Rheinheimer Glena Wirtanen Kris Rame Jumps By Fuzzy Shawn McMillen Photography Rob Murphy Brian Lookabill Stephanie Wheeler Patrick Boyle Frankie Stark Adele Einhorn JP Godard Mike Gallaway Lynn Garland Kristin Gretok Robin Anderton Michael Morrissey Ralph Alfano Tom Blankenship Alex Rheinheimer Dianne Johnson Rick Cram Tim Hott Chris Pack Shanette Cohen Phil DeVita David Burton John McQueen Kristin Vale Roxanne Cook Pauline Cook Leslie Brown Barney Mallace Keedie Leonard Brenda Outwater David Distler Kentucky Horse Park Catering USHJA Staff 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 17

20 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals HORSES SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Adonis Age: 7 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Color: Grey Owner: Ashley Romano Trainer: Tammy Provost Career Highlights: Many Championships in First Year Green Division Derby Money Won: $500 Amadeo Age: 9 Breed: Zangersheide Color: Chestnut Owner: DDM Equestrian LLC/Diane DeMatteo Trainer: Bob Brawley Career Highlights: 2011 THJA Reserve Champion and Second Year Green Hunters; 2011 Derby Highlights include fourth Overall in the $25,000 Country Heir II Derby Lexington, KY and fourth Overall $10,000 Final Chase Derby in Katy, TX; 2012 Derby Highlights include third Overall $15,000 Great Southwest Winter Series II Derby in Katy, TX, third Overall in $10,000 Gulf Coast Magnolia Classic IV in Gulfport, MS and eighth Overall in Country Heir II Derby in Lexington, KY Derby Money Won: $8500 Photo By: Guy Smith Bases Loaded Age: 10 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Color: Bay Derby Money Won: $40,700 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Brooke Age: 16 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Sex: Mare Color: Dark Bay Owner: Rachael Herkowitz Trainer: Heather Irvine Career Highlights: Numerous Championships and awards in Amateur Owner Derby Money Won: $1500 Brunello Age: 14 Breed: Hanoverian Sire/Dam: Accord II / Winnepeg Color: Chestnut Derby Money Won: $30,950 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography C. Quito Age: 10 Breed: Belgian Warmblood Sire/Dam: Parco / M. Quita Van Het Eetsveld Sex: Stallion Color: Dapple Grey Owner: Margot Snowdon Trainer: Jessie Lang Career Highlights: 2010 Pennsylvania National Horse Show Champion; 2012 Capital Challenge Class Winner Regular Confirmation; 2011 overall Champion $25,000 Franktown Meadows Derby; 2011 overall Champion $10,000 Summer in the Rockies Derby; 2011 overall Champion $10,000 High Desert Classic Derby; 2012 second place $25,000 Summer in the Rockies Derby; 2012 fourth place $25,000 Summer in the Rockies IV Derby Derby Money Won: $13,100 Photo By: D. Lee USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

21 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals HORSES SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Caden Age: 15 Breed: Irish Sport Horse Owner: Shadyside Farm Derby Money Won: $1100 Carlano Age: 9 Breed: Danish Warmblood Sire/Dam: Carry / Calida Color: Grey Derby Money Won: $1250 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Carlson Age: 8 Breed: Hanoverian Color: Bay Owner: Alliy Moyer Trainer: Tammy Provost Career Highlights: Numerous championships in the Small Junior Hunters; 2010 winner of the St. Louis USHJA Hunter Derby; 2010 received top ribbons in the First Year Greens at Harrisburg Derby Money Won: $15,383 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Charmed Age: 10 Breed: Oldenburg Color: Chestnut Owner: Stella Styslinger Trainer: Allison Black, Mark Tompkins and Timothy Maddrix Career Highlights: 2012 many Champions and Reserve Champions; 2012 third in Springtime in Dixie USHJA Derby Derby Money Won: $2750 Chin Chin Age: 10 Breed: Holsteiner Sire/Dam: Cardino Color: Chestnut Owner: Elizabeth Stroh Trainer: Dorothy Campbell Career Highlights: Qualified rider for Medal Finals and Maclay Regional s; 2011 successfully competed at Harrisburg; Numerous Championships and Reserves in the Greens and Juniors Derby Money Won: $600 Christabel Age: 10 Breed: Hanoverian Sex: Mare Color: Liver Chestnut Owner: Rebecca Odom Trainer: Susan McMorris Career Highlights: Champion in Small Junior Hunters at the Houston Shows, Pin Oak and Spring Gathering Derby Money Won: $600 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 19

22 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals HORSES Class Action Age: 13 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Color: Dapple Grey Owner: Allison Toffolon Trainer: Andre Dignelli Career Highlights: Winner of WHIS Final Equitation Class; Winner and runner up of USET Finals on East and West Coast Derby Money Won: $800 Clearly Age: 12 Breed: Oldenburg Color: Bay Derby Money Won: $23,250 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Contemporary Age: 8 Breed: Hanoverian Color: Bay Owner: Wendy Hofmeister Derby Money Won: $3150 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Declaration Age: 10 Breed: Westphalian Color: Bay Derby Money Won: $36,683 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Delorean Age: 8 Breed: Hanoverian Color: Black Owner: Kaitlin Hopmann Trainer: Liza Richardson Derby Money Won: $900 Photo By: David Mullinex Dinner For Two Age: 12 Breed: Hanoverian Color: Chestnut Owner: Rebecca Reyes Derby Money Won: $ USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

23 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals HORSES SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Dolce Age: 12 Breed: Westphalian Sex: Mare Color: Bay Owner: Sue Takata Derby Money Won: $1750 Elliot Age: 10 Breed: Mecklenburg Color: Bay Owner: Alliy Moyer Derby Money Won: $6000 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Eloise Age: 11 Breed: Anglo/Arab Sex: Mare Color: Dark Bay Owner: Claudia Styslinger Trainer: Allison Black, Mark Tompkins and Timothy Maddrix Career Highlights: Ribbons at all Indoor shows and Devon; Ribbons in every USHJA Derby she has competed in; 2012 second in Handy and Stake at Devon Derby Money Won: $600 Empire Age: 8 Breed: Warmblood Sire/Dam: Contenro / Unknown Sex: Stallion Color: Dk Bay Derby Money Won: $3250 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Garfield Age: 9 Breed: Holsteiner Sire/Dam: Color: Chestnut Derby Money Won: $17833 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Island Time Age: 9 Breed: Oldenburg Sire/Dam: Concetto/Alcantara Color: Bay Owner: Missy Nolen Trainer: Allison Black and Mark Tompkins Career Highlights: 2012 Champion Gulf Coast Circuit Second Year and Amateur Owner; 2012 third Overall Memphis Derby; 2012 eighth Overall Atlanta Derby; 2012 seventh Overall Brownland Derby Derby Money Won: $1500 Photo By: Taylor Gardner 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 21

24 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals HORSES Jersey Boy Age: 10 Breed: Warmblood Color: Chestnut Owner: SBS Farms, Inc and Susie Schoellkopf Trainer: Susie Schoellkopf Career Highlights: 2010 Regular Working Hunter Horse of the Year; winner of 13 USHJA Hunter Derbies; USHJA Derby Series Leading Money Winner 3 years in a row; Derby Demonstration at WEG; 2012 Champion at Ocala, Jacksonville, Devon, Saratoga, State College Hunter Derbies; 2012 Hunter Hall of Fame Horse of the Year Derby Money Won: $33,100 Libretto Age: 9 Breed: Warmblood Color: Dapple Grey Owner: Alliy Moyer Trainer: Tammy Provost Derby Money Won: $6200 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Lochland Age: 10 Breed: Holsteiner Color: Bay Owner: Sarona, LLC Derby Money Won: $2600 SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Mamba Age: 7 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Sire/Dam: Polansky/Klarette Color: Black Owner: Annie Kartsotis Trainer: Britt McCormick Career Highlights: Won Senior World Champion Hunter Under Saddle at Capital Challenge Derby Money Won: $1050 Miss Lucy Age: 10 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Sex: Mare Color: Chestnut Owner: Helen Lenahan Trainer: Susie Schoellkopf Career Highlights: 2011 Second Year Green Circuit Champion Ocala; 2011 Reserve Champion at Devon; 2011 second in the $150,000 USHJA Hunter Derby in Houston; 2012 Reserve Champion High Performance at Devon; 2012 second in Ocala, Saratoga and State College Hunter Derbies Derby Money Won: $12,900 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography NFL Shakespeare s Rhythm Age: 9 Breed: Holsteiner Color: Bay Owner: Nordic Lights Farm Trainer: Daniel Arenot Career Highlights: 2011 Overall winner Dallas Harvest Derby; 2012 Overall Champion Pin Oak Derby; 2012 Overall Winner Texas Shoot Out USHJA Derby; 2012 Overall Champion Country Heir Derby Derby Money Won: $17, USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

25 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals HORSES Onassis Age: 16 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Sire/Dam: Narcos II / Unknown Color: Bay Career Highlights: 2008 Champions, Grand Champion Large and Grand Champion Junior Hunter; 2010 Reserve Champion USEF younger Amateur Owner; 2010 Reserve Champion Devon; 2011 WCHR Palm Beach Classic fourth place; 2010 Camden Hunter Classic 1st place; 2010 WIHS Handy Hunter first place Derby Money Won: $600 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Praise Age: 10 Breed: Royal Dutch Warmblood Sire/Dam: Now Or Never / Encaranda Sex: Stallion Color: Bay Derby Money Won: $21,933 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Promise Me Age: 10 Breed: Zweibrucker Warm Blood Sire/Dam: Potsdam/Unknown Sex: Mare Color: Bay Owner: Karen Gordon Trainer: Christian Rogge Career Highlights: Ribbons in numerous USHJA National and International Derbies including a second Overall in Gulfport, MS Derby Money Won: $4550 SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Refined Age: 7 Breed: Holsteiner Sire/Dam: Acodetto/Rosalie Color: Bay Owner: SHF Enterprises Trainer: Daniel Arenot Derby Money Won: $3200 Rex The Wonder Horse Age: 10 Breed: Holsteiner Color: Grey Owner: Moral Masuoka Trainer: Kris Killam & Diane Carney Career Highlights: Top 25 in Wellington USHJA Derby; First and second in Colorado USHJA Derbies; fourth in St. Louis USHJA Derby; top 12 in Gulfport and Lamplight USHJA Derbies; fifth in Chicago USHJA Derby Derby Money Won: $5750 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Safari Age: 9 Breed: Warmblood Color: Bay Owner: Alliy Moyer Trainer: Tammy Provost Career Highlights: 2010 East Coast Junior Hunter Finals Small Junior Champion; 2011 WEF Reserve Circuit Champion Small Junior 16-17; 2011 first place $50,000 USHJA Derby at Spring Gathering in Katy, Texas; Numerous Championships in the Small Junior Hunters around the country Derby Money Won: $1600 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 23

26 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals HORSES SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Sally Carrera Age: 12 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Sex: Mare Color: Bay Owner: David Wright and Linda Seay Trainer: David Wright Derby Money Won: $3600 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Shine Age: 19 Breed: Rhinelander Sire/Dam: Akzent II / Lasrissa Sex: Stallion Color: Chestnut Owner: Victoria Hunton Trainer: Liza Richardson Career Highlights: Many Year End awards in Green Working Hunters, Amateur Owner Hunters and Adult Amateur Hunters; 2012 winner of USHJA International and National Hunter Derbies at Great Southwest Winter Series; Hunter Derby Finals in 2011; 2010 and 2011 winner of Estes Park Hunter Derbies Derby Money Won: $5700 Summer Catch Age: 10 Breed: Holsteiner Sire/Dam: Carolus I/Gila III Color: Bay Owner: Ashley Hotz Trainer: Louise Serio Career Highlights: Winner at Capital Challenge and Winter Equestrian Festival Derby Money Won: $500 SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Taken Age: 9 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Color: Bay Derby Money Won: $63,583 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography Tell All Age: 11 Breed: Holsteiner Sire/Dam: Contagious / Gitte Sex: Mare Color: Bay Owner: Susan Baker Trainer: Peter Pletcher Career Highlights: Top 4 placings at Devon, Harrisburg and Washington including a win at Harrisburg; third place in the $25,000 Hunter Derby at Country Heir Derby Money Won: $1550 Photo By: Shawn McMillen Photography The Spy Age: 9 Breed: Warmblood Color: Bay Owner: Ila Lemonis Trainer: Caroline Weeden Derby Money Won: $ USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

27 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals HORSES SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Uncle Luc Age: 8 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Sire/Dam: T is Voltaive/Quimby Color: Bay Owner: Reflections Farm Trainer: Karen Kelley Career Highlights: Many Championships and Reserve Championships in Performance Hunter; Winner Summer Classic Derby; Top ribbons in National and International Derbies Derby Money Won: $2800 Valobra Age: 7 Breed: Oldenburg Color: Grey Owner: Eva Bisso Trainer: Daniel Arenot Derby Money Won: $500 Wallstreet West Age: 11 Breed: Hanoverian/Thoroughbred Sire/Dam: Wallstreet Kid Color: Bay Owner: Allison Harding Trainer: David Wright Career Highlights: 2010 Gulf Coast Series Champion; 2010 Zone 4 First Year Green Working Hunter Reserve Champion; 2011 Zone 4 Amateur Adult Champion Derby Money Won: $1000 Photo By: Lili Weik Photography Woodstock Age: 8 Breed: Dutch Warmblood Sire/Dam: Sheridan / Unknown Color: Bay Career Highlights: 2011 won the $5,000 Devocoux Hunter Prix weeks 2 and 4 of Thermal; leading National Derby Horse Southwest Region; Champion Second Year Green Hunter at 14 shows Derby Money Won: $4900 Photo By: Deb Dawson Yes Indeed Age: 9 Breed: Rhinelander Color: Dk Bay Career Highlights: 2009 top 10 finishes in the USHJA Derbies including Chicago, St Louis and Germantown, TN Derby Money Won: $11, USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 25

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30 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals RIDERS Jennifer Alfano Current City/State: Buffalo, NY Derby Horse(s): Jersey Boy & Miss Lucy Trainer: Susie Schoellkopf Most Influential Coaches: My parents, Maxine Best and Susie Schoellkopf Career Highlights: Two-time WCHR Champion; 2009 Chronicle of the Horse Hunter Horseman of the Year; 2010 Hunter Derby Demonstration at the World Equestrian Games; Champions at Devon and all major indoor shows; Winner of 17 USHJA Hunter Derbies on 4 different horses; 2012 Hall of Fame Rider of the Year Rider Money Won: $48,600 Bob Brawley Current City/State: Flower Mound, TX Derby Horse(s): Amadeo Trainer: Bob Brawley Most Influential Coaches: My Mother and Judy Brawley Career Highlights: 30 Grand Prix wins; Bob and his students have won numerous year end awards with USEF and Championships at Capital Challenge, Spruce Meadows, Thermal Desert Circuit, Pin Oak Charity, Del Mar National and many others. Rider Money Won: $9000 Photo Credit: Linda Lee Melissa Donnelly Current City/State: Oxford, MI Derby Horse(s): Chin Chin Trainer: Dorothy Campbell Most Influential Coaches: My mom Dorothy, Wendy Newby, Christine Schlusemeyer & Laura Kraut Career Highlights: Qualifying for Harrisburg as a Junior and for First Year Greens Rider Money Won: $600 SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Hope Glynn Current City/State: Petaluma, CA Derby Horse(s) : Dinner For Two Trainer: Ned and Hope Glynn Most Influential Coaches: My mother and Patty Ball Career Highlights: 2008 and 2010 Horseshowtime. com Rider of the Year; 2010 Leading Female Hunter Rider for the Pacific Coast Horseman s Association; 2011 Thermal Circuit Champion High Performance Hunter and Circuit Champion Second Year Green Rider Money Won: $7700 Rachael Herkowitz Current City/State: W. Bloomfield, MI Derby Horse(s) : Brooke Trainer: Heather Irvine Most Influential Coaches: Heather Irvine and Tammy Nimbach Career Highlights: Championships and awards in Amateur Owner with Brooke; Championships and awards with Addison and McCloud; Many National Championships with Lucky Too in the Medium Pony Hunters. Rider Money Won: $1500 Ashley Hotz Current City/State: Kennett Square, PA Derby Horse(s) : Summer Catch Trainer: Louise Serio Most Influential Coaches: Louise Serio and Geoff Teall Career Highlights: Successfully competed in Hunters, Jumpers and Equitation Rider Money Won: $ USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

31 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals RIDERS Annie Kartsotis Current City/State: Richardson, TX Derby Horse(s): Mamba Trainer: Britt McCormick Most Influential Coaches: Britt McCormick Karen Kelley Current City/State: Charleston, SC Derby Horse(s): Uncle Luc Trainer: Karen Kelley Most Influential Coaches: Dave Kelley, Ronnie Mutch, Emerson Burr, Carol Maloney, Leslie Howard, Judy and Roger Young Career Highlights: Everyday is a highlight in this career Rider Money Won: $600 Kris Killam Current City/State: East Moline, IL Derby Horse(s): Rex The Wonder Horse Most Influential Coaches: Blair & Karen Cudmore, George Morris and Diane Carney Career Highlights: Top 12 in many Derbies; 3 Grand Prix wins; started Dresden Manor Farm Rider Money Won: $7950 Jessica Lang Current City/State: Jackson Hole, WY Derby Horse(s): C. Quito Most Influential Coaches: Bob McDonald, Kara Hanly-Raposa, Rodney Jenkins and Richard Lamb Career Highlights: Small r judge Hunters and Equitation; 2010 Pennsylvania National Horse Show Champion in Regular Confirmation; 2010 Pennsylvania National Horse Show second place Regular Working Handy Hunter; 2010 Capital Challenge Class winner Regular confirmation; 2011 USHJA Derby Champion 3 times; A lifetime of showing in Grand Prix Rider Money Won: $15,300 Tim Maddrix Current City/State: Monkton, MD Derby Horse(s): Island Time & Charmed Rider Money Won: $3000 Alliy Moyer Current City/State: Carmel, IN Derby Horse(s): Carlson, Safari & Contemporary Most Influential Coaches: Wendy Newby and Tammy Provost Career Highlights: 2011 WEF Low Junior Jumper Circuit Champion; 2011 WEF Reserve Circuit Champion Small junior 16-17; Multiple ribbons in hunter derbies Rider Money Won: $ USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 29

32 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals RIDERS Rebecca Odom Current City/State: Austin, TX Derby Horse(s): Christabel Trainer: Susan McMorris Most Influential Coaches: Susan McMorris Career Highlights: Champion at Pin Oak and Spring Gathering Rider Money Won: $600 Photo Credit: Shawn McMillen Photography Peter Pletcher Current City/State: Magnolia, TX Derby Horse(s): Valobra, Refined, NFL Shakespeare s Rhythm, Tell All & Caden Trainer: Daniel Arenot Most Influential Coaches: Bernie Traurig, Joan Waterman, Jimmy Lee and Debbie Stephens Career Highlights: Three time WCHR Winner; Winner Presidents Cup; Represented US in Europe Rider Money Won: $28,200 Tammy Provost Current City/State: Westfield, IN Derby Horse(s): Adonis & Libretto Rider Money Won: $31,667 Liza Richardson Current City/State: Fulshear, TX Derby Horse(s): Shine & Delorean Trainer: Liza Richardson Rider Money Won: $6600 Christian Rogge Current City/State: Houston, TX Derby Horse(s): Promise Me Trainer: Christian Rogge Most Influential Coaches: Hans Guenter Winkler- Career Highlights: Numerous Victories in Grand Prix Show Jumping in US and abroad Rider Money Won: $4550 Sara Stephens Current City/State: Memphis, TN Derby Horse(s): Lochland Trainer: David Pellegrini Most Influential Coaches: David Pellegrini and Claudia McQuillen Career Highlights: Showed successfully as a junior rider, Qualified for Devon, Indoors, Derby Finals; Several top 12 Derby finishes and numerous Championships. Rider Money Won: $ USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

33 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals RIDERS SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Claudia Styslinger Current City/State: Birmingham, AL Derby Horse(s): Eloise Rider Money Won: $600 Sue Takata Current City/State: Athens, TX Derby Horse(s): Dolce Rider Money Won: $1300 Allison Toffolon Current City/State: Bronxville, NY Derby Horse(s): Class Action Trainer: Andre Dignelli Most Influential Coaches: Patricia Griffith, Andre Dignelli and Lavena Raymond Career Highlights: 2011 eighth at USET Finals; 2011 seventh at WHIS in Washington Equitation Class; Horse of the Year Award in Low Junior Jumpers Rider Money Won: $800 SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Caroline Weeden Current City/State: Lake Forest, IL Derby Horse(s): The Spy Most Influential Coaches: George Morris Rider Money Won: $2650 David Wright Current City/State: Murfreesboro, TN Derby Horse(s): Wallstreet West & Sally Carrera Trainer: David Wright Most Influential Coaches: John Roper, Otis Brown Jr., Richard Watson and several others such as Rodney Jenkins and Melanie Taylor who tried to keep me on the right path Career Highlights: 48 Career Grand Prix Wins; Championships in the Hunters at Indoors as both rider and trainer; Rider and Trainer of many USEF National Horse of the Year Winners including 3 in Rider Money Won: $ USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 31

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36 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals OWNERS SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Susan Baker Current City/State: Argyle, TX Derby Horse(s): Tell All How did you get involved with the sport: Started taking lessons when I was 13 Equestrian Career Highlights: Top 4 placings at Devon, Harrisburg and Washington including a win at Harrisburg Eva Bisso Current City/State: Tomball, TX Derby Horse(s): Valobra DDM Equestrian LLC/ Diane DeMatteo Current City/State: Southlake, TX Derby Horse(s): Amadeo Occupation: President, DDM Equestrian LLC How did you get involved with the sport: I decided to start riding after watching my son take lessons Equestrian Career Highlights: 2012 Champion Modified Adult Equitation Gulfport Magnolia Classic IV; 2012 Reserve Champion Modified Adult Hunters at Gulfport Magnolia Classic and Pin Oak Charity II Photo Credit: Guy Smith SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Karen Gordon Current City/State: Houston, TX Derby Horse(s): Promise Me Allison Harding Current City/State: Nashville, TN Derby Horse(s): Wallstreet West Occupation: Attorney How did you get involved with the sport: Begging to take lessons at 5 years old Equestrian Career Highlights: 2011 Zone 4 Amateur Adult Champion Rachael Herkowitz Current City/State: W. Bloomfield, MI Derby Horse(s): Brooke Occupation: Health Psychologist How did you get involved with the sport: I was 6 years old and my neighbor continued to brag about riding horses at summer camp and I pestered my parents until they let me take riding lessons Equestrian Career Highlights: Championships and awards in Amateur Owner with Brooke; Championships and awards with Addison and McCloud; Many National Championships with Lucky Too in the Medium Pony Hunters USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

37 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals OWNERS SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Kaitlin Hopmann Current City/State: Richmond, TX Derby Horse(s): Delorean Wendy Hofmeister Current City/State: Willowbrook, IL Derby Horse(s): Contemporary Ashley Hotz Current City/State: Royal Palm Beach, FL Derby Horse(s): Summer Catch SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Victoria Hunton/Olde Oaks Farm, Inc Current City/State: Thompsons, TX Derby Horse(s): Shine Occupation: Ranch Manager, Horse Breeder How did you get involved with the sport: Pony Club at the age of 11 in Kaneotte, Hawaii Equestrian Career Highlights: Champion and Reserve Champion THJA Year End; winner of many Hunter Classics Annie Kartsotis Current City/State: Richardson, TX Derby Horse(s): Mamba Occupation: Student Ila Lemonis Current City/State: Lake Forest, IL Derby Horse(s): The Spy Occupation: Entrepreneur How did you get involved with the sport: As a child 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 35

38 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals OWNERS Helen Lenahan Current City/State: Buffalo, NY Derby Horse(s): Miss Lucy Occupation: Self Employed How did you get involved with the sport: Started riding when I was 3 Equestrian Career Highlights: Owned 3 national high score winners - Roses Are Red, Logically and Gabriel Moral Masuoka Current City/State: Omaha, NE Derby Horse(s): Rex The Wonder Horse Occupation: Student How did you get involved with the sport: Riding lessons at a young age, loved horses Equestrian Career Highlights: USHJA Sportsmanship Award; 4ft EAP Clinic; Year end awards in Junior Jumpers; qualified for Young Rider in Zone 6 Alliy Moyer Current City/State: Carmel, IN Derby Horse(s): Libretto, Safari, Carlson and Elliot Occupation: Student How did you get involved with the sport: Through a friend many years ago Equestrian Career Highlights: 2011 WEF Low Junior Jumper Circuit Champion; 2011 WEF Reserve Circuit Champion Small Junior 16-17; Multiple ribbons in the USHJA Derbies SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Missy Nolen Current City/State: Leeds, AL Derby Horse(s): Island Time Occupation: Mom How did you get involved with the sport: Loved horses Nordic Lights Farm Current City/State: Houston, TX Derby Horse(s): NFL Shakespeare s Rhythm Rebecca Odom Current City/State: Austin, TX Derby Horse(s): Christabel Occupation: Student How did you get involved with the sport: I wanted to be around horses and just started riding Equestrian Career Highlights: Champion in Small Junior Hunters at the Houston Shows, Pin Oak and Spring Gathering. Photo Credit: Shawn McMillen Photography USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

39 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals OWNERS SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Reflections Farm Current City/State: Meggett, SC Derby Horse(s): Uncle Luc Rebecca Reyes Current City/State: Saratoga, CA Derby Horse(s): Dinner For Two Ashley Romano Current City/State: Park City, UT Derby Horse(s): Adonis Occupation: Student Equestrian Career Highlights: Ribbons in USHJA Hunter Derbies; Numerous accomplishments in the Amateur Owner Hunters SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Sarona, LLC Current City/State: Canton, GA Derby Horse(s): Lochland SBS Farms, Inc and Susie Schoellkopf Current City/State: Buffalo, NY Derby Horse(s): Jersey Boy Occupation: Owner and trainer How did you get involved with the sport: Started riding when I was 4 Equestrian Career Highlights: Trained four Horse of the Year - National Gabriel, Kansas, 66 Valentine and Jersey Boy; Trainer of Jersey boy three time winner of leading money earner in the USHJA Derby Series David Wright and Linda Seay Current City/State: Murfreesboro, TN Derby Horse(s): Sally Carrera Occupation: David - Rider and Trainer & Linda - Web Designer and Show Secretary Equestrian Career Highlights: David - 48 Career Grand Prix Wins; Championships in the Hunters at Indoors as both rider and trainer; Rider and Trainer of many USEF National Horse of the Year Winners including 3 in Linda - Champion many times in Amateur Hunter Divisions with Livin 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 37

40 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals OWNERS SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Shadyside Farm Current City/State: Magnolia, TX Derby Horse(s): Caden SHF Enterprises Current City/State: Houston, TX Derby Horse(s): Refined Margot Snowdon Current City/State: Wilson, WY Derby Horse(s): C. Quito Occupation: Philanthropist & Educator How did you get involved with the sport: Rode as a child until 13 then started again 17 years ago with my daughter. Equestrian Career Highlights: 2011 Champion at Showpark and 2009 Champion at Oaks with C. Quito. Photo Credit: D. Lee Elizabeth Stroh Current City/State: Grosse Pointe Farms, MI Derby Horse(s): Chin Chin Occupation: Student How did you get involved with the sport: Because of my mom riding as a child Equestrian Career Highlights: Qualifying for Medal and Maclay; Qualified for Junior Hunter Finals; Best Child Rider at Metamore Claudia Styslinger Current City/State: Birmingham, AL Derby Horse(s): Eloise Occupation: Student Equestrian Career Highlights: Ribbons at Indoors and Devon Stella Styslinger Current City/State: Birmingham, AL Derby Horse(s): Charmed Occupation: Student How did you get involved with the sport: Older sister rode USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance

41 2012 ushja international hunter derby finals OWNERS SORRY PICTURE NOT AVAILABLE Sue Takata Current City/State: Athens, TX Derby Horse(s): Dolce Allison Toffolon Current City/State: Bronxville, NY Derby Horse(s): Class Action Occupation: Student How did you get involved with the sport: My cousin introduced me Equestrian Career Highlights: 2011 eighth at USET Finals; 2011 seventh at WHIS in Washington Equitation Class; Horse of the Year Award in Low Junior Jumpers We have all the apparel to show your support for the home team. shopushja.com 2012 USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals Presented by Dietrich Equine Insurance 39

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52 USHJA Member Benefits ParticiPation in: Photo by Sarah Hope Stirrup Cup Awards Youth Charter Award Trainer s Symposiums Member s Choice Awards Owner Recognition Award Rider Recognition Awards National Hunter Classic Zone Awards and Programs International Hunter Derby Volunteer of the Year Award Emerging Athlete s Program USHJA Outreach Competitions Trainers Certification Program Hunterdon Cup Equitation Class Amateur Sportsmanship Award World Championship Hunter Rider Affiliate Equitation Awards Program Presidents Distinguished Service Awards Affiliate Sportsmanship Awards Program Collegiate Equestrian Lettering Program ACCESS TO: Equine Retirement Facilities Resource Guide Owners Resource Guide Trainers Resource Guide Subscription to the USHJA In Stride bi-monthly magazine Show Secretaries Guide College and Scholarship Listing Bi-weekly s of USHJA E-Update providing important news, reminders, resources, and information Educational DVD s Discounted magazine subscriptions to Practical Horseman, EQUUS, Horse & Rider, and Dressage Today, books, DVDs and other equine related merchandise. Scan Here for more information. For information on joining USHJA or the great benefits we have to offer please contact us at or visit us on line at

53 It was either your horse or my horse. 1 Lyndsey Tait, Hunter Under Saddle, Equitation and ULCERGARD user since That s a risk I wasn t willing to take. The simple truth is that every horse is at risk for stomach ulcers. Including yours. It s time to reduce the risk with ULCERGARD (omeprazole). It s the only medicine approved by the FDA to prevent equine stomach ulcers.* Take action at ulcergard.com. * When administered for 8 or 28 days, ULCERGARD is proven to effectively prevent stomach ulcers in horses exposed to stressful conditions. 1 Mitchell RD. Prevalence of gastric ulcers in hunter/jumper and dressage horses evaluated for poor performance. Association for Equine Sports Medicine, September IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION: ULCERGARD can be used in horses that weigh at least 600 pounds. The effectiveness of ULCERGARD in the prevention of gastric ulcers in foals and weanlings has not been evaluated. Safety in pregnant mares has not been determined. ULCERGARD is a registered trademark of Merial Limited Merial Limited, Duluth, GA. All rights reserved. EQUIUGD1126-D (07/11)

54 Top Hunter Derby Riders Tammy Provost, Jennifer Alfano, Peter Pletcher, Louise Serio & Liza Towell Boyd sport their Making A Difference bracelets to show their support. SHOW YOUR SUPPORT IN Photos by Hunter Messineo This handmade bracelet, made with real horse hair and fine Italian sterling silver accents, retails for $ and has been made available to you at the special price of $ The proceeds from this bracelet directly support the USHJA Foundation and the Horseman s Assistance Program, which provides urgent assistance to horses and equestrians in need. The USHJA Foundation was created to provide funding for educational programs, grants, scholarships, and research, as well as emergency assistance to those in need. This Foundation serves a broad base of equestrians who are members of the United States Hunter Jumper Association. These members include dedicated horsemen and horsewomen, equestrian-related organizations and horses. This year the Foundation has provided urgent relief to several USHJA members including: A long time equestrian with stage 4 lung cancer; an aspiring young professional who broke her back; and a braider unable to work due after receiving life-saving surgery. It s only through donations and fundraising that the Foundation is able to continue its work in supporting those in urgent need and the needs of the industry as a whole. This Foundation is working toward providing research grants, educational scholarships, and support for USHJA programs such as the Emerging Athletes Program which identifies young talent throughout the country and provides them the opportunity to develop their skills. The USHJA Foundation provides philanthropic equestrians and industry supporters with the ability to play an important role in the future of our sport. Each contributor to the Foundation will know they personally made a difference. With 90 cents of every dollar going directly to these important programs, the USHJA Foundation encourages every member, as well as all hunter/jumper enthusiasts, to help support the industry we all love. We ask you to help us in Making A Difference in our sport! To purchase your bracelet, contact the USHJA Foundation at or visit

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56 USHJA s First Ever Mobile Application At The Gate Available for free download on your Apple or Android smart phone, tablet or other device. This was a great idea. Long overdue. As a steward, I have taken to carrying a tablet with me to access the rules quickly and have the most recent changes. Many times, I use it to back me up on rule violations. Now no one really has an excuse at the ring, not to know the rules. Everyone carries a smart phone. Susan Blessing Licensed Steward USHJA At The Gate mobile application provides you with on-the-go with training tips, up-to-date rule changes, qualifying information, show standings and so much more, all at your finger tips! Take the information you need, when you need it, to anywhere you go. Marnye Langer of LEGISequine.com, presenting sponsor of At the Gate, also sees the mobile app as a means of supporting the members, specifically trainers. We pride ourselves on being responsive and knowledgeable to our insurance customers. Supporting the USHJA s first mobile app just made sense and reflects our goal of supporting busy professionals and providing them with the products and services they need.

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