SECTION A: CHILDREN S SADDLE HORSE OF THE YEAR Entry Fee: $55.00 (GST Inclusive) Qualification: GN (Winner Only Qualifies) NOTE : Classes 1 10 will be judged on Friday 26 th January 2018 All entrants to workout. Cotton Rug & UNPLACED FINALISTS: CLASS NUMBER JUDGE: Sally George (QLD) 1. Child s Shetland Pony, not exceeding 10.2hh, Rider under 14 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S SHETLAND OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Anna Duffy (WA) 2. Child s Small Pony, 12.2hh and under, Rider under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S SMALL PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Sue Quarrell (TAS) 3. Child s Large Pony, over 12.2hh and not exceeding 14hh, Rider under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S LARGE PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Leonie Walsh (QLD) 4. Child s Galloway, over 14hh and not exceeding 15hh, Rider under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR 5. Child s Hack, over 15hh, Rider under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S HACK OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Joh Bailey (NSW) 6. Child s Small Show Hunter Pony, 12.2hh and under, Rider under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S SMALL SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR 7. Child s Large Show Hunter Pony, over 12.2hh and not exceeding 14hh, Rider under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S LARGE SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Alyson Emery (SA) 8. Child s Show Hunter Galloway, Over 14hh and not exceeding 15hh, Rider under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR 9. Child s Show Hunter Hack, over 15hh, Rider under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP CHILDREN S SHOW HUNTER HACK OF THE YEAR 2
SECTION B: LEADING REIN & FIRST RIDDEN TOP TEN FINALISTS NOTE : Classes 10 14 will be judged on Friday 26 th January 2018 NOTE: Class 10 is NOT a Grand National qualifying class. All entrants to workout. TOP 10 FINALISTS: Cotton Rug & LEADING REIN Entry Fee:$45.00 (GST Inclusive) HEAD JUDGE: Alyson Emery (SA) 10. Leading Rein Shetland Pony, not exceeding 10.2hh. Rider 3 year and under 8 years LEADING REIN SHETLAND PONY OF THE YEAR Qualification: GN (Winner & Runner-Up Qualify) Entry Fee: $55.00 (GST Inclusive) HEAD JUDGE: Sally George (QLD) JUDGE 2: Alyson Emery (SA) JUDGE 3: Joh Bailey (NSW) 11.Leading Rein Show Hunter Pony, not exceeding 12hh. Rider 3 year and under 8 years LEADING REIN SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR HEAD JUDGE: Joh Bailey (NSW) JUDGE 2: Sally George (QLD) JUDGE 3: Alyson Emery (SA) 12. Leading Rein Pony, not to exceed 12hh, Rider 3 years and under 8 years LEADING REIN PONY OF THE YEAR FIRST RIDDEN Qualification : GN (Winner Only Qualifies) Entry Fee: $55.00 (GST Inclusive) JUDGE :Sue Quarrell (TAS) 13. First Ridden Show Hunter Pony, not to exceed 12.2hh, Rider under 12 years FIRST RIDDEN SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE :Anna Duffy (WA) 14. First Ridden Pony, not to exceed 12.2hh, Rider under 12 years FIRST RIDDEN PONY OF THE YEAR 3
SECTION C: INTERMEDIATE HORSE OF THE YEAR NOTE: Classes in Section D are NOT Grand National Qualifying classes. NOTE : Classes 15 25 will be judged on Saturday 27 th January 2018 NOTE :Intermediate classes are restricted to those horses that that have not placed 1st, 2nd or 3rd at any Royal Show whilst competing as an individual (including Novice saddle classes), or as a winner or runner-up in an Open or Intermediate class at ANY Horse of the Year show. A Royal Show includes all State capital Royal Shows, Royal Geelong Show, Royal Bathurst Show and Royal Launceston Show. Entry Fee: $45.00 (GST Inclusive) TOP TEN FINALISTS TOP 10 FINALISTS: Cotton Rug & CLASS NUMBER JUDGE: Leonie Walsh (QLD) 15. Shetland Pony, not exceeding 10.2hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE SHETLAND PONY OF THE YEAR 16. Small Pony, 12.2hh and under WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE SMALL PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Sue Quarrell (TAS) 17. Large Pony, over 12.2hh and Not Exceeding 14hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE LARGE PONY OF THE YEAR 18. Small Galloway, over 14hh and not exceeding 14.2hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE SMALL GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Anna Duffy (WA) 19. Large Galloway, over 14.2hh and not exceeding 15hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE LARGE GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR 20. Small Hack, over 15hh and not exceeding 16hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE SMALL HACK OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Leonie Walsh (QLD) 21. Large Hack, over 16hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE LARGE HACK OF THE YEAR 4
JUDGE: Anna Duffy (WA) 22. Show Hunter Pony, not exceeding 12.2hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE SMALL SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR 23. Show Hunter Pony, over 12.2hh & n/e 14hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE LARGE SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Sue Quarrell (TAS) 24. Show Hunter Galloway, over 14hh & n/e 15hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR 25. Show Hunter Hack, over 15hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP INTERMEDIATE SHOW HUNTER HACK OF THE YEAR 5
SECTION D: GRADUATE HORSE OF THE YEAR NOTE: Classes in Section F are NOT Grand National Qualifying classes. NOTE : Classes 26 33 will be judged on Saturday 27 th January 2018 NOTE : Graduate classes are restricted to those horses that were first shown (Debutantes) under saddle between 1 January 2017 and 31 December 2017. Entry Fee: $45.00 (GST Inclusive) TOP TEN FINALISTS TOP 10 FINALISTS: & Trophy CLASS NUMBER JUDGE: Joh Bailey (NSW) 26. Shetland Pony, not exceeding 10.2hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP GRADUATE SHETLAND PONY OF THE YEAR 27. Small Pony, 12.2hh and under WINNER AND RUNNER UP GRADUATE SMALL PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Alyson Emery (SA) 28. Large Pony, over 12.2hh and Not Exceeding 14hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP GRADUATE LARGE PONY OF THE YEAR 29. Galloway, over 14hh and not exceeding 15hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP GRADUATE GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Sally George (QLD) 30. Hack, over 15hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP GRADUATE HACK OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Joh Bailey (NSW) 31. Show Hunter Pony, not exceeding 14hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP GRADUATE SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Sally George (QLD) 32. Show Hunter Galloway, over 14hh and not exceeding 15hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP GRADUATE SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR 33. Show Hunter Hack, over 15hh WINNER AND RUNNER UP GRADUATE SHOW HUNTER HACK OF THE YEAR 6
SECTION E: SHCV FEATURE CLASSES Schedule of Classes NOTE : Classes 34 38 will be judged on Saturday 27 th January 2018 NOTE: Classes in Section G are NOT Grand National Qualifying classes. CLASS NUMBER ENTRY FEE: $45.00 (GST Inclusive) TOP TEN FINALISTS Sash & TOP 10 FINALISTS: 34. JUNIOR EQUESTRIAN CHALLENGE, RIDER 8 YEARS AND UNDER 13 YEARS Judges: 1. Rider Sally George (QLD) 2. Overall Presentation Alyson Emery (SA) 3. Ridden Mount - Suitability, Manners & Performance Joh Bailey (NSW) 35. JUNIOR EQUESTRIAN CHALLENGE, RIDER 13 YEARS AND UNDER 17 YEARS Judges: 1. Rider Joh Bailey (NSW) 2. Overall Presentation Sally George (QLD) 3. Ridden Mount - Suitability, Manners & Performance Alyson Emery (SA) Judge 1 40 points Judge 2 30 points Judge 3 30 points MAXIMUM SCORE 100 points 1. A judge shall assign a score, in points, as above for each exhibit Involved in the section they are assigned. The total score for each exhibit shall be derived by adding the scores of each of the judges, with a maximum score of 100 points.2. Should the final score result in the awarding of equal points for two or more exhibits, the result shall be decided by the points allocated by Judge 1. 3. Should the points allocated to the exhibits by Judge 1 be the same, then the result shall be determined by Judge 2. 4. Should the allocation of points by Judge 2 to the exhibits be the same, then the result will be determined by the allocation of points of Judge 3. 5. Should all three scores be equal for the said exhibits, then the result shall be determined by all three judges, conferring to determine the outcome. Conditions of Entry: a.on the date of competition, the rider must be at least 8 years of age and less than 17 years of age. b. A horse of any height may be ridden in this class. 7
c. There are no rider-age/ horse-height combination restrictions in this class d. The horse must be ridden in a bridle with a snaffle bit. e. A horse and rider combination must be able to compete independent of assistance. f. A horse ridden in this class must be the bona fide property of the rider or the rider s immediate family (mother, father, sister or brother of competitor). No other combination is accepted. NOTE: A lessee is not considered the bona fide owner of a horse competing in this event. g. A horse owned in partnership is not eligible to compete in this class, unless it is owned by the rider and/or a member of the rider s immediate family such as their mother, father, sister or brother\ h. Any horse entered in this class must be ridden either by its owner or a member of its owner s immediate family. Junior Equestrian Challenge Judging Categories and Guidelines: 1.Rider The assigned judge shall assess the position of the rider and consider the rider s ability to maintain a correct, well-balanced, deep and supple seat, with the rider being in perfect harmony with the horse. The rider should demonstrate the ability to apply the aids of leg, hand and body accurately and effectively upon request. 2.Overall Presentation of Rider and Mount The judge shall assess the first impression of the horse/rider partnership, the cleanliness and presentation of the horse, the cleanliness and suitability of the bridle and saddle combination to complement the horse, and the presentation of the rider to create a coordinated picture. This is not a Turnout Class. 3.Ridden Mount - Suitability, Manners & Performance The assigned judge shall assess the suitability of the mount for the child rider; the overall quality and presence of the horse; the manners, paces and education of the horse; acceptance of the bridle; and transitions between gaits. The greenness of a horse shall not impact the outcome. NOTE: For more information refer to the Guide to Showing booklet produced by the SHCA and available from the SHCV. 36. LADIES PARK HACK, OVER 14.2HH AND NOT EXCEEDING 15.2HH ENTRY FEE: $45.00 (GST Inclusive ) Winner: Sash & Runner Up: Top 10 Finalists: For the purpose of this event, a Park Hack is a well-educated horse which in the opinion of the judges is suitable for riding by a lady. The exhibit must be of quality, light in hand, and display appropriate manners and paces. The lady rider must be aged 17 years and over and should be presented in traditional attire. Ladies are permitted to ride sidesaddle. Bling is discouraged. This is a standalone class. Judges: 1. Type, Suitability & Overall Performance Anna Duffy (WA) 2. Manners & paces Leonie Walsh (QLD) 3. Conformation & Soundness Sue Quarrell (TAS) Judge 1 40 points Judge 2 30 points Judge 3 30 points MAXIMUM SCORE 100 points 8
1. A judge shall assign a score, in points, as above for each exhibit Involved in the section they are assigned. The total score for each exhibit shall be derived by adding the scores of each of the judges, with a maximum score of 100 points.2. Should the final score result in the awarding of equal points for two or more exhibits, the result shall be decided by the points allocated by Judge 1. 3. Should the points allocated to the exhibits by Judge 1 be the same, then the result shall be determined by Judge 2. 4. Should the allocation of points by Judge 2 to the exhibits be the same, then the result will be determined by the allocation of points of Judge 3. 5. Should all three scores be equal for the said exhibits, then the result shall be determined by all three judges, conferring to determine the outcome. 37. THE GILT EDGE CUP, EXHIBITS OVER 15HH ENTRY FEE: $45.00 (GST Inclusive) The SHCV Gilt Edge Cup will be presented to the Saddle Exhibit over 15hh, which, in the opinion of the Judges best shows thoroughbred qualities. Each exhibit will also be judged on their manners, paces and performance. Each finalist will be judged both led and ridden. The class is open to both mares and geldings. The exhibit may be presented by a lady or a gentleman. The exhibit must be ridden and led by the same person. This is a standalone class. Sash & Top 10 FINALISTS: Judges: 1. Led, Conformation & Soundness Leonie Walsh (QLD) 2. Ridden, Manners & Paces Sue Quarrell (TAS) 3. Overall Type Anna Duffy (WA) Judge 1 40 points Judge 2 30 points Judge 3 30 points MAXIMUM SCORE 100 points 1. A judge shall assign a score, in points; as above for each exhibit Involved in the section they are assigned. The total score for each exhibit shall be derived by adding the scores of each of the judges, with a maximum score of 100 points.2. Should the final score result in the awarding of equal points for two or more exhibits, the result shall be decided by the points allocated by Judge 1. 3. Should the points allocated to the exhibits by Judge 1 be the same, then the result shall be determined by Judge 2. 4. Should the allocation of points by Judge 2 to the exhibits be the same, then the result will be determined by the allocation of points of Judge 3. 5. Should all three scores be equal for the said exhibits, then the result shall be determined by all three judges, conferring to determine the outcome. GROOM : Each exhibit shall be assigned one groom as nominated by the owner of the horse no later than 2pm to the Show Secretary. The nominated Groom must be an Active Riding Member of the SHCV. The groom must by suitably attired, be in possession of equipment appropriate to his or her role, and be presented to a high standard. The groom will attend the presentation area with the exhibit. Shorts, jeans, inappropriate clothing and inappropriate footwear are not acceptable and will be strictly enforced at the time of competition. The exhibit will not be permitted to start if the groom is not presented appropriately. The award for Best Presented Groom will be selected by the SHCV Committee. Competitors to nominate a groom for this event by 2pm on Saturday at the Secretary s Office. 9
38. THE ROYAL OCCASION PONY, NOT EXCEEDING 14.2HH ENTRY FEE: $45.00(GST Inclusive) Judges: 1. Overall Presentation, Suitability of Rider Anna Duffy (WA) 2. Ridden - Performance, Manners and Paces Leonie Walsh (QLD) 3. Led Conformation and Soundness Sue Quarrell (TAS) The Royal Occasion Pony class is designed to showcase the attributes of an outstanding show pony as ridden by an adult 17 years of age and over. Open to both Open Saddle Ponies and Show Hunter Ponies, each exhibit will be judged on the overall presentation of the combination, suitability of the adult and pony as a combination, and the manners, paces, conformation and performance of the pony. Pony not to exceed 14.2hh. This class is open to both mares and geldings and may be presented by a lady or gentleman. The exhibit must be ridden and led by the same person. This is a standalone class. TOP 10 FINALISTS : Sash & A judge shall be assigned to each category and the result shall be determined utilising the following point score system. Judge 1: 40 points Overall Suitability of Rider and Overall Presentation Judge 2: 30 points Performance, Manners and Paces Judge 3: 30 points Conformation and Soundness TOTAL: 100 points In the event of an equal placing, the higher score of the Judge 1 shall determine the outcome. If scores remain equal, the higher score of Judge 2 shall determine the outcome. If Scores remain equal, the higher score of Judge 3 shall determine the outcome. If all three Judges have exactly the same score for each section, the outcome for the equal placegetters shall be determined by the 3 judges conferring. No equal place shall be awarded. A groom must be provided by each exhibitor to assist them during the transition from Ridden and Led, and prepare the combination for their final presentation. The groom is not required to attend the presentation of the Winner and Runner-Up. The groom must be a financial Full Active SHCV Member. "Pirouette Award" for the highest placed owner rider combination in the new Royal Occassion Event. This is in memory of Comonella Pirouette, who was one of Keston Royal Occasion s first daughters in Australia out competing. Standing at 14.1 1/2h she was unbeaten in led classes at local shows and had many major wins including Champion at Melbourne and Adelaide Royals and twice was Victorian Junior RPOTY and then National Riding Pony of the Year. She then had a short career under saddle winning a broad sash at most outings before forced retirement and becoming a top broodmare. Pirouette was bred, owned, trained and ridden by Sharron Lewis- Tipping who would like to make this award to a combination that is doing just that in memory of her. Competitors to nominate for this award on the day of event by 2pm at the Secretary s Office to be eligible. 10
SECTION F: SUPREME LED EXHIBIT OF THE YEAR NOTE: Classes in Section E are NOT Grand National Qualifying classes. NOTE : Classes 39 49 will be judged on Sunday 28 th January 2018 Entry Fee: $25.00 (GST Inclusive) CLASS NUMBER TOP FIVE FINALISTS Top 5: Woollen Rug & Winner of each class shall compete for the Supreme Led Horse of the Year. The Supreme Led Exhibit of the Year shall be selected by all six judges SUPREME LED EXHIBIT: $500, & Sash JUDGE: Leonie Walsh (QLD) 39. Shetland Pony, not exceeding 10.2hh LED SHETLAND PONY OF THE YEAR 40. Small Pony, 12.2hh and under LED SMALL PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE :Anna Duffy (WA) 41. Large Pony, over 12.2hh and Not Exceeding 14hh LED LARGE PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Sue Quarrell (TAS) 42. Small Galloway, over 14hh and not exceeding 14.2 LED SMALL GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Leonie Walsh (QLD) 43. Large Galloway, over 14.2hh and not exceeding 15hh LED LARGE GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Alyson Emery (SA) 44. Small Hack, over 15hh and not exceeding 16hh LED SMALL HACK OF THE YEAR 45. Large Hack, over 16hh LED LARGE HACK OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Sally George (QLD) 46. Show Hunter Small Pony, 12.2hh and under LED SHOW HUNTER SMALL PONY OF THE YEAR 47. Show Hunter Large Pony, over 12.2hh and Not Exceeding 14hh LED SHOW HUNTER LARGE PONY OF THE YEAR JUDGE: Joh Bailey (NSW) 48. Show Hunter Galloway, over 14hh and not exceeding15hh LED SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR 49. Show Hunter Hack, over 15hh LED SHOW HUNTER HACK OF THE YEAR 11
SECTION G: OPEN RIDER OF THE YEAR Entry Fee: $55.00 (GST Inclusive) QUALIFICATION: GN (Winner and Runner-Up Qualify) The Winner and Runner-Up of each class will be selected by all three judges. All entrants to workout. The following will be awarded for each class: UNPLACED FINALISTS: & Trophy NOTE : Classes 50 53 will be judged on Friday 26 th January 2018 PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Leonie Walsh (QLD) 50.Rider 6 years and under 9 years WINNER & RUNNER UP RIDER OF THE YEAR 6 YEARS AND UNDER 9 YEARS PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Sue Quarrell (TAS) 51. Rider 9 years and under 12 years WINNER & RUNNER UP RIDER OF THE YEAR 9 YEARS & UNDER 12 YEARS 52. Rider 12 years and under 15 years WINNER & RUNNER UP RIDER OF THE YEAR 12 YEARS & UNDER 15 YEARS PRELIMINARY JUDGE:Anna Duffy (WA) 53. Rider 15 years and under 17 years WINNER & RUNNER UP RIDER OF THE YEAR 15 YEARS & UNDER 17 YEARS NOTE : Classes 54 56 will be judged on Saturday 27 th January 2018 PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Joh Bailey (NSW) 54. Rider 17 and under 21 years WINNER & RUNNER UP RIDER OF THE YEAR 17 YEARS & UNDER 21 YEARS PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Sally George (QLD) 55. Rider 21 and under 30 years WINNER & RUNNER UP RIDER OF THE YEAR 21 YEARS & UNDER 30 YEARS PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Alyson Emery (SA) 56. Rider 30 years and over WINNER & RUNNER UP RIDER OF THE YEAR 30 YEARS & OVER 12
SECTION H: SHOW HUNTER HORSE OF THE YEAR Entry Fee: $55.00 (GST Inclusive) QUALIFICATION: GN (Winner and Runner-Up Qualify) NOTE : Classes 57 62 will be judged on Sunday 28 th January 2018 The winner and Runner-Up of each class will be selected by all three judges. All entrants to workout. The following will be awarded for each class: Woollen Rug & UNPLACED FINALISTS: CLASS NUMBER PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Anna Duffy (WA) 57. Small Show Hunter Pony, 12.2hh and under WINNER & RUNNER UP SMALL SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR 58. Large Show Hunter Pony, over 12.2hh and Not Exceeding 14hh WINNER & RUNNER UP LARGE SHOW HUNTER PONY OF THE YEAR PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Sue Quarrel (TAS) 59. Small Show Hunter Galloway, over 14hh and not exceeding 14.2hh WINNER & RUNNER UP SMALL SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR 60. Large Show Hunter Galloway, over 14.2hh and not exceeding 15hh WINNER & RUNNER UP LARGE SHOW HUNTER GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Leonie Walsh (QLD) 61. Small Show Hunter Hack, over 15hh and not exceeding 16hh WINNER & RUNNER UP SMALL SHOW HUNTER HACK OF THE YEAR 62. Large Show Hunter Hack, over 16hh WINNER & RUNNER UP LARGE SHOW HUNTER HACK OF THE YEAR 13
SECTION I: OPEN SADDLE HORSE OF THE YEAR Entry Fee: $55.00 (GST Inclusive) - Class 63 - $45.00 (GST Inclusive) QUALIFICATION: GN (Winner and Runner-Up Qualify) NOTE: Class 63 is NOT a Grand National Qualifying Class NOTE : Classes 63 69 will be judged on Sunday 28 th January 2018 The winner and Runner-Up of each class will be selected by all three judges. All entrants to workout. The following will be awarded for each: class: Woollen Rug & UNPLACED FINALISTS: CLASS NUMBER PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Alyson Emery (SA) 63. Shetland Pony, not exceeding 10.2hh WINNER & RUNNER UP SHETLAND PONY OF THE YEAR 64. Small Pony, 12.2hh and under WINNER & RUNNER UP SMALL PONY OF THE YEAR 65. Large Pony, over 12.2hh and Not Exceeding 14hh WINNER & RUNNER UP LARGE PONY OF THE YEAR PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Sally George (QLD) 66. Small Galloway, over 14hh and not exceeding 14.2hh WINNER & RUNNER UP SMALL GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR 67. Large Galloway, over 14.2hh and not exceeding 15hh WINNER & RUNNER UP LARGE GALLOWAY OF THE YEAR PRELIMINARY JUDGE: Joh Bailey (NSW) 68. Small Hack, over 15hh and not exceeding 16hh WINNER & RUNNER UP SMALL HACK OF THE YEAR 69. Large Hack, over 16hh WINNER & RUNNER UP LARGE HACK OF THE YEAR 14