Congratulations, You Have Qualified! 2013 ... - The CHSA Finals

Congratulations, You Have Qualified!
2013 CHSA FINALS PRIZE LIST
2013 CHSA Finals To be held at:
Fox Crossing Equestrian, LLC
210 South Street, Morris, CT 06763
Friday, August 23, Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25, 2013
Telephone Day of Show and Information: (203) 903-­‐CHSA (2472)
Email: chsa@chsaonline.com
www.CHSAFinals.com
DATES:
Invitations sent via the USPS on Thursday, August 1, 2013 and available online Thursday, August 1, 2013 at
9:00 am EST with payment by Paypal/credit card.
Entry Forms due with prepaid check by Friday, August 9, 2013 by 6:00pm
Order of Go posted online by Thursday, August 22, 2013
Friday, August 23, 2013 at 8:00 AM -­‐ CHSA Finals begins
CHSA Finals classes are not recognized by USEF and classes do not count towards CHSA annual year-­end
awards.
ALL HORSES (Except for Equitation Medals) AND RIDERS MUST BE MEMBERS OF CHSA PRIOR TO THE
QUALIFICATION DEADLINE OF SUNDAY, JULY 28, 2013.
ENTRY FORMS -­‐ ARE BY INVITATION ONLY AND MUST BE PREPAID
In order to reserve your place in the 2013 CHSA Finals, your completed entry form and check or payment via
Paypal/credit card must be received by Friday, August 9th, 2013 by 6:00pm. All forms must be filled out in
their entirety including all signatures and membership numbers. An entry for an exhibitor under the age of 18
must be signed by a parent or legal guardian.
Mail entry forms and payment to:
Larry Schwartz/CHSA Finals
10 Potter Hill Drive
Guilford, CT 06437
Direct any questions to chsa@chsaonline.com
PAYMENT:
Payment by check made out to CHSA must accompany all entries or online payment via paypal/credit card.
You still must fill out, sign and mail, email or fax your entry and then pay online. We do add a surcharge for
all online payments.
POST ENTRIES:
Entries will not be accepted after the August 9th deadline or at the show. There will be no exceptions. After
the deadline, the Committee reserves the right to invite a qualified rider/horse (“Alternate”) to fill any
declined invitation.
ENTRY FORM RECEIPT:
As entry forms are received by the Show Secretary, confirmation of receipt will be posted on the CHSA Finals
website at www.chsafinals.com.
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GENERAL INFORMATION, RULES AND REGULATIONS
EVERY CLASS OFFERED HEREIN IS COVERED BY THE RULES AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE CURRENT CHSA
or USEF (when applicable) RULE BOOK, AND WILL BE CONDUCTED AND JUDGED IN ACCORDANCE
THEREWITH.
STATEMENT OF HEALTH REQUIRED FOR ALL HORSES:
For all horses on the grounds of the CHSA Finals a "Statement of Health" must be signed by a licensed
veterinarian and dated on July 29th, 2013 or later. This form can be found online and in your invitation
package.
• Bring three copies of the statement with you as it must be provided to the CHSA Secretary before
they can give you your exhibitor number.
• Be sure to keep one of the copies in your truck or trailer for Statement of Health checks at the gate to
the CHSA Finals show grounds.
• A "Statement of Health" must be signed by a Licensed Veterinarian and dated on July 29th, 2013 or
later.
• Have been enrolled in a regular and consistent program of vaccination against EHV-­‐4/1 with the
most recent booster being within 120 days of the event.
• Have not shown symptoms of or been treated for EHV 4/1 within the past 28 days.
• Have not been exposed to any horses or ponies that have been treated for or shown symptoms of
EHV 4/1 within the past 28 days
• Have a negative Coggins within one year
• Have a rabies vaccination within one year
CLASS SHOW REQUIREMENTS:
Each CHSA Final’s class must have a minimum of 10 entries to be eligible to run at the CHSA Finals show and
receive ribbons and prizes. If, at the entry deadline, there are fewer then 10 entries for a class, then the
following will occur:
• Fewer then 10 entries but more then 5 at the entry deadline, the class will run but with no prizes
only ribbons. (ie 5 – 9 entries)
• Fewer then 5 entries the class will not run and entry fees will be refunded. If the entry is only
participating in one class the office fee and stall fees will also be refunded. If the entry is also
participating in other classes only the canceled class fee will be refunded. (ie 4 – 1 entries)
NUMBERS :
Specially assigned numbers for the CHSA Finals MUST be picked up from the CHSA Finals Secretary before the
competition begins. The Show Secretary will be available on Thursday, August 22, from 3:00PM to 6:00PM.
The Secretary will also be available during the CHSA Finals on Friday, August 23, Saturday, August 24, and
Sunday, August 25 from 7:30am — 5pm.
AWARDS :
All classes will be pinned to 10th place. Awards will be presented upon the completion of each final round.
SCRATCHES:
Once entered, no horse or competitor may be withdrawn from the competition without permission of the
CHSA Finals Committee. Any request to scratch must be made in writing and be accompanied by a
confirmation of inability to compete from a Veterinarian or a Physician in the case of a rider's illness or injury
24 hours before the class starts. If approved, a full refund of class entry fees, less a $200 scratch fee will be
sent via USPS within 30 days after the completion of the show.
CHANGE OF HORSE OR PONY:
In order to change the horse or pony being ridden in an Equitation class only, the CHSA Finals Secretary must
be notified in person at least two (2) hours before the start of the class.
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NON-­‐NEGOTIABLE CHECKS:
Checks returned by the bank for any reason will be assessed a penalty of $200. Upon notification of a NSF
(non-­‐sufficient funds) check, accounts will be given 7 days to make full payment including penalty, which
must be paid in certified funds, cashier's check or money order. An account not brought current within seven
days will have the entrant's CHSA Membership put on hold, withdrawn from entry to the CHSA Finals and no
points will accumulate until the account is paid.
BAD CREDIT CARDS:
Credit Cards returned by the bank for any reason will be assessed a penalty of $200. Upon notification of a
credit card problem, accounts will be given 7 days to make full payment including penalty, which must be
paid in certified funds, cashier's check or money order. An account not brought current within seven days will
have the entrant's CHSA Membership put on hold, withdrawn from entry to the CHSA Finals and no points
will accumulate until the account is paid.
DISQUALIFICATION:
Any rider/horse going into a class for which they have not qualified, or officially entered, will be fined $200
and disqualified from any further participation in the CHSA Finals. All entry fees will be forfeited in the case of
disqualification.
DISCOURTEOUS BEHAVIOR
Unsportsmanlike conduct or discourteous behavior by any owner, parent, groom, rider or trainer will result
in eviction or disqualification from the CHSA Finals. All entry fees and other fees will be forfeited in the case
of disqualification.
CONDITIONS OF COMPETITION:
The CHSA Finals Committee reserves the right to itself to interpret all questions and conditions in regard to
or arising out of, or incident to the show without claims for damages or recourse of any kind. All questions not
covered in these Rules and Regulations shall be decided by the CHSA Finals Committee, its decision to be final.
The CHSA Finals Committee reserves to itself the right to limit or change the number of accepted entries in
any class, to refuse, accept conditionally, or to cancel any entries, disqualify any riders, horses or exhibitors,
prohibit exhibition of entries without any claim for damages; to change any course, to add a dotted line, to
cancel any unfilled classes, or to reschedule classes, after due notice to exhibitors; to change rings or judges as
the competition warrants.
SAFETY:
Protective Headgear is compulsory for riders in all CHSA Finals classes and when riding anywhere on the
competition grounds. Adults and Juniors must wear properly fastened protective headgear that meets or
exceeds ASTM/SEI standards for equestrian use and carries the SEI tag. It must be properly fitted with
harness secured. It is the responsibility of the rider, trainer, or parent or guardian of the junior exhibitor, to
see to it that the headgear worn complies with appropriate safety standards and is properly fitted and in good
condition. Any rider violating this rule at any time must immediately be prohibited from further riding until
such headgear is properly in place.
Motorized Vehicles and Golf Carts: Minors who do not have a valid driver’s license which allows them to
operate a motorized vehicle in the state in which they reside will not be permitted to operate a motorized
vehicle of any kind including, but not limited to, golf carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles on
the CHSA Finals competition grounds. Minors who have a valid temporary license may operate the above
described motorized vehicles as long as they are accompanied by an adult with a valid driver’s license.
Violations of this rule will be cause for sanctions against the parent(s), guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) who are
responsible for the child committing the offense. Penalties may include exclusion of the child, parent(s),
guardian(s) and/or trainer(s) from the competition grounds for the remainder of the competition and
charges being filed against any of the above individuals. Wheelchairs and other mobility assistance devices
for individuals with disabilities are exempt from this rule. CHSA will impose a fine of $250 to any exhibitor
found in violation of the above. In addition, reckless driving of any motorized vehicle by anyone on the show
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grounds will be subject to a fine of $250 and expulsion from the show grounds and forfeiture of any prizes
won. Motorcycles are not allowed on the show grounds.
STALLS
If you require stalls for the CHSA Finals you can find a stall payment form on the CHSA Finals web site and in
your invitation package. Payment is due with the Stall form by check or online via Paypal/Credit Card. Stalls
are $175 each and are shed style. Stall fees are not refundable unless CHSA cancels a class due to fewer then
5 entries.
There are a limited number of stalls and stalls will be assigned as payment is received. Once the stalls
are sold out, Exhibitors will have to make alternative arrangements.
The closing date to reserve stalls is August 9th, 2013. Please complete one form per barn or trainer.
NIGHTWATCH
Night watch is required for each horse for a fee of $12 and is included on the stall payment form. See above.
HAY AND BEDDING
Can be ordered in advance on the Stall Payment form or ordered at the show. See the Show Secretary to place
your order and payment is required at time of order.
DOGS:
All dogs must be leashed only and under control. Dogs are not allowed in cages, pens or other holding
containers. No other animals are allowed on the show grounds. Dogs or other pets are not allowed in the
CHSA tent whether leashed or not.
TENTS:
No portable tents, popup tents, umbrellas or any portable structures are allowed within 300 Feet of the show
and schooling rings.
NO ALCOHOL, DRUGS OR FIREARMS ARE ALLOWED ANYWHERE ON THE SHOW GROUNDS.
ACTS OF GOD CLAUSE:
CHSA is not responsible for weather or road conditions (including traffic), power outages, acts of God,
criminal activities, economic downturns, political changes, or any other activity, event or condition beyond its
control. There will be no refunds in the event of cancellation of classes due to severe weather or other
emergencies or acts of God.
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CONDITIONS OF COMPETITION
Every Class offered herein which is covered by the rules and specifications of the current USEF Rule Book will
be conducted and judged in accordance therewith.
CHSA ENTRY AGREEMENT
By entering and signing this entry blank as the Owner, Lessee, Trainer, Manager, Agent, Coach, Rider, or
Handler, and on behalf of myself and my principals, representatives, employees and agents, I agree that I am
subject to the By-­‐laws and Rules of CHSA. I agree to be bound by the By-­‐laws and Rules of CHSA. I will accept
as final the decision of the CHSA Finals Committee on any question arising under the Rules, and agree to
release and hold harmless the competition, CHSA, Fox Crossing, LLC, their officials, directors and employees
for any action taken under the Rules. I represent that I am eligible to enter and/or participate under the
Rules, and every horse I am entering is eligible as entered. I also agree that as a condition of and in
consideration of acceptance of entry, CHSA may use or assign photographs, videos, audios, cablecasts, or
other likenesses of me and my horse taken during the course of the competition for the promotion, coverage
or benefit of the competition, sport, or CHSA. Those likenesses shall not be used to advertise a product and
they may not be used in such a way as to jeopardize Amateur status. I hereby expressly and irrevocably waive
and release any rights in connection with such use, including any claim to compensation, invasion of privacy,
right of publicity, or to misappropriation. The construction and application of CHSA Rules are governed by the
laws of the State of Connecticut, and any action instituted against CHSA must be filed in Connecticut State.
The CHSA Finals Committee reserves the right to itself to interpret all questions and conditions in regard to
or arising out of, or incident to the show without claims for damages or recourse of any kind. All questions not
covered in these Rules and Regulations shall be decided by the CHSA Finals Committee; its decision to be
final.
Every horse entered herein for competition will be under the control of the CHSA Finals Committee and the
Horse Show Management, but the CHSA Finals Committee will in no case be responsible for any loss or
damage that may occur, and it shall be a condition of entry that each exhibitor shall hold the CHSA Finals
Committee, the horse show and the officials, employees, directors, officers, sponsoring entities of the horse
show and the facilities at which the horse show is held blameless for any loss or accident to his horse(s),
employee(s), or equipment which may occur from sickness, fire or other cause. Should any question or
dispute arise, it shall be referred to the Show Committee whose decision shall be final.
Exhibitors are notified that any discourtesy or disobedience to the judges or officials on the part of an owner,
rider or groom shall disqualify the horse and the owner shall forfeit his entry and other fees.
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CHSA FINALS CLASS LISTING
CLASSES WITH FEWER THAN ELEVEN (11) ENTRIES IN THE FIRST ROUND MAY BE RUN IN ONE ROUND
ONLY AT THE DISCRETION OF THE CHSA FINALS COMMITTEE.
FALL OF A HORSE/RIDER:
If a horse or rider falls during the first round of a class, the horse/rider is eliminated. If the horse/rider falls
during the second round of a class, they are placed last of the horses/riders competing in that round.
NO MARTINGALES PERMITTED IN ANY FLAT CLASSES.
BRAIDING AND APPROPRIATE DRESS REQUIRED. SHADBELLIES ARE WELCOME IN ALL HUNTER CLASSES
INCLUDING THE HUNTER DERBY, BUT INAPPROPRIATE IN EQUITATION AND PLEASURE CLASSES.
All Classes will be judged by two licensed USEF judges.
101. Schooling Class Equitation-­‐ 18”
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 10. Judged on Short Stirrup Equitation class specifications.
10 Ribbons.
10. SHORT STIRRUP EQUITATION MEDAL
Entry Fee: $100. Open to riders 12 years and under as of 12/1/12 who have never competed over fences
exceeding 18” in a Recognized show. Course not to exceed ten non-­‐x-­‐rail fences, not to exceed 18”, which
must contain at least two tests from the current USEF Tests 1-­‐8 including sitting trot. May trot or canter.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 riders from the first round will return to
jump a second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest
score going last. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to
determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over
a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards. Only one rider
per horse/pony.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
CHSA Medals: Gold, Silver, Bronze and 7 Black
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
102. Schooling Class Hunter-­‐ 18”
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 11. Judged on Short Stirrup Hunter class specifications. 10
Ribbons.
11. SHORT STIRRUP HUNTER
Entry Fee: $100. Open to riders 12 years and under as of 12/1/12 who have never competed over fences
exceeding 18” in a Recognized show. Course not to exceed ten non-­‐x-­‐rail fences, not to exceed 18”. May trot or
canter. Only one rider per horse/pony.
To be judged on performance and soundness with manners emphasized. To be scored under the open
numerical judging system.
The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return to jump a second round in reverse order of their scores
in the first round; lowest score going first and highest score going last. Scores from the first round will be
added together with the scores of the second round to determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place
only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties,
the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
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Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
103. Schooling Class Equitation -­‐ 2’
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 12. Judged on Pre-­‐Children’s Equitation class specifications.
10 Ribbons.
12. PRE-­‐CHILDREN’S EQUITATION MEDAL
Entry Fee: $100. Open to junior riders who have never competed over fences exceeding 2’6” in a recognized
show. Riders may show horses or ponies. To be shown over minimum of ten fences at a height of 2’0”, which
must contain at least two tests from the current USEF Tests 1-­‐8 including sitting trot. No Combinations. Only
one rider per horse/pony.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 riders from the first round will return to
jump a second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest
score going last. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to
determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over
a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
CHSA Medals: Gold, Silver, Bronze and 7 Black
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
104. Schooling Class Hunter – 2’
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 13. Judged on Pre-­‐Children’s Hunter class specifications. 10
Ribbons.
13. PRE-­‐CHILDREN’S HUNTER
Entry Fee: $100. Open to junior riders who have never competed over fences exceeding 2’6” in a recognized
show. Riders may show horses or ponies. To be shown over minimum of ten fences at a height of 2’0”. No
Combinations. Only one rider per horse/pony.
To be judged on performance and soundness with manners emphasized. To be scored under the open
numerical judging system. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return to jump a second round in
reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest score going last. Scores
from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to determine the placings. In
case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over a shortened course to
break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
105. Schooling Class Equitation -­‐ 2’6”
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 14. Judged on Modified Adult Amateur Equitation class
specifications. 10 Ribbons.
14. MODIFIED ADULT AMATEUR EQUITATION MEDAL
Entry Fee: $100. Open to Adult Amateur riders who as of 12/1/12 have not shown in classes with fences 3' or
higher at more than three recognized horse shows within the past two show years. Riders in this class may
not compete in any class at the same show where obstacles exceed 2'6". Fences not to exceed 2'6", which
must contain a minimum of two tests from the current USEF Tests 1-­‐8 including sitting trot.
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To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 riders from the first round will return to
jump a second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest
score going last. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to
determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over
a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
CHSA Medals: Gold, Silver, Bronze and 7 Black
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
106. Schooling Class Hunter -­‐ 2’6”
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 15. Judged on Modified Adult Amateur Hunter class
specifications. 10 Ribbons.
15. MODIFIED ADULT AMATEUR HUNTER
Entry Fee: $100. Open to Adult Amateur riders eligible for Adult Modified Equitation. Fences not to exceed
2'6".
To be judged on performance and soundness with manners emphasized. To be scored under the open
numerical judging system. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return to jump a second round in
reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest score going last. Scores
from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to determine the placings. In
case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over a shortened course to
break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
107. Schooling Class Equitation-­‐ 2’6”
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 16. Judged on Children’s Equitation class specifications. 10
Ribbons.
16. CHILDREN’S EQUITATION MEDAL
Entry Fee: $100. Open to junior riders who have never competed over fences exceeding 3’ in a recognized
show. Riders may show horses or ponies. To be shown over minimum of ten fences at a height of 2’6”, which
must contain two tests from the current USEF Tests 1-­‐8 including sitting trot. Only one rider per horse/pony.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 riders from the first round will return to
jump a second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest
score going last. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to
determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over
a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
CHSA Medals: Gold, Silver, Bronze and 7 Black
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
108. Schooling Class Hunter-­‐ 2’6”
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 17. Judged on Children’s Modified Hunter class
specifications. 10 Ribbons.
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17. CHILDREN’S MODIFIED HUNTER
Entry Fee: $100. Open only to junior riders who have never competed over fences exceeding 3’ in a
recognized show. Riders may show horses or ponies. Fences not to exceed 2’6”.
To be judged on performance and soundness with manners emphasized. To be scored under the open
numerical judging system. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return to jump a second round in
reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest score going last. Scores
from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to determine the placings. In
case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over a shortened course to
break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
18. LEAD REIN DEMONSTRATION CLASS
Entry Fee: $50. Open to riders under 7 years of age as of 12/1/12 who have not competed in any classes other
than Lead Rein. Riders will be asked to walk and trot individually. The entries will be judged on the basis of
elementary fundamentals of equitation excluding diagonals. Leaders must be appropriately attired for the
show ring.
Awards: 10 Ribbons
109. Schooling Class Equitation– 2’
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 19. Judged on Long Stirrup Equitation Medal class
specifications.
10 Ribbons.
19. LONG STIRRUP EQUITATION
Entry Fee: $100. Open to amateur riders 18 years and over as of 12/1/12 who have never competed over
fences exceeding 2’ in a Recognized show. Course not to exceed ten non-­‐x-­‐rail fences, not to exceed 2’.
May trot or canter. Judges may call for additional simple tests.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 riders from the first round will return to
jump a second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest
score going last. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to
determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over
a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
21. WALK-­‐TROT HUNT SEAT EQUITATION
Entry Fee: $75. Open to riders 10 years and under as of 12/1/12 who have not competed in any class
requiring them to canter or jump at a Recognized show. Riders will be asked to walk and trot in both
directions of the ring. They may be asked to halt. They will be judged on position and ability to control their
mount. Diagonals will be considered. To be scored under the open numerical judging system.
The top 10 riders from the first round will return to a second round. Scores from the first round will be
added together with the scores of the second round to determine the placings. In all ties, the riders will toss a
coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
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Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
22. WALK-­‐TROT HUNT SEAT PLEASURE
Entry Fee: $75. Open to riders 10 years and under as of 12/1/12 who have not competed in any class
requiring them to canter or jump at a Recognized show. Riders will be asked to walk and trot in both
directions of the ring. They may be asked to halt. Judging will be on suitability of mount to beginner rider. To
be scored under the open numerical judging system.
The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return to a second round. Scores from the first round will be
added together with the scores of the second round to determine the placings. In all ties, the riders will toss a
coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
23. HUNTER PLEASURE
Entry Fee: $75. Open to all horse/pony of a hunter type ordinarily used for pleasure purposes, with no
limitations as to status of rider. Walk, trot, canter both ways. Light contact is required. Judged on manners,
performance, quality, presence, substance and soundness.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 horses/ponies from the first round will
return to a second round. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second
round to determine the placings. In all ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
24. JUNIOR EXHIBITOR ENGLISH PLEASURE
Entry Fee: $75. Open to all horses and ponies. To be shown at a walk, trot, canter both ways of the ring. May
be asked to halt and back. To be judged on manners, performance, and suitability. To be ridden on a
reasonably loose rein on command.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 horses/ponies from the first round will
return to a second round. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second
round to determine the placings. In all ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
25. CHSA ENGLISH PLEASURE
Entry Fee: $75. Open to all horses and ponies. Open to Adults and Juniors. To walk, trot, canter both ways.
May be asked to back. Extended gaits may be requested. To be ridden with reasonably loose rein on
command. To be judged on manners, performance, and suitability.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 horses and ponies from the first round
will return to a second round. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the
second round to determine the placings. In all ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
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Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
26. ADULT ENGLISH PLEASURE
Entry Fee: $75. To be shown at a walk, trot, canter both ways of the ring. May be asked to back and halt. To be
judged on manners, performance, and suitability. Martingales prohibited. To be ridden on a reasonably loose
rein on command.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 horses/pony from the first round will
return to a second round. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second
round to determine the placings. In all ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
27. CHILDREN’S PLEASURE PONY
Entry Fee: $75. Open to all ponies. To be ridden by Junior riders at walk, trot, canter both ways of the ring.
May be asked to back or stand quietly while rider dismounts and remounts. Light contact is required. Judged
on manners, suitability and performance.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 horses/ponies from the first round will
return to a second round. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second
round to determine the placings. In all ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
28. QUARTER HORSE HUNTER UNDER SADDLE
Entry Fee: $75. Open to all horses registered with the AQHA. Walk, trot, canter both ways of the ring. Horses
should back easily and stand quietly. Horses may change gaits at the flat-­‐footed walk or the trot at the judge’s
discretion. Light contact with the horse’s mouth is recommended.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 Quarter Horses from the first round will
return to a second round. At the option of the judge, the horses for the second round may be required to hand
gallop, the judge may ask the group to halt and stand quietly on a free rein (loosened rein). Scores from the
first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to determine the placings. In all ties,
the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
29. COLOR BREED PLEASURE
Entry Fee: $75. Open to color breeds only – palominos, buckskins, appaloosas, paints, and pintos. Horses
must be registered with the appropriate breed organization. Must present papers, if requested. Shown at
walk, trot, canter. Judged on performance and best color example of that breed.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 horses/ponies from the first round will
return to a second round. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second
round to determine the placings. In all ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
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Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
30. LOW TRAINING JUMPER
Entry Fee: $100. Open to all horses and riders. Fence height not to exceed 2'6". Formal Attire Required. Dark
Hunt Coat and Tan or White breeches with Tall Boots. Braiding not required.
The class will be run in accordance USEF jumper table and scored as such:
Table II, Sec. 2 (a)—The first round and first jump-­‐off, if any, are decided by adding
together the faults incurred over the course and any penalties for exceeding the Time
Allowed. In the event of equality of faults after the first round, there will be one jump-­‐off
for first place only in which time will decide in the event of equality of faults.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
31. CHSA JUMPER CLASSIC ($500 Prize Money)
Entry Fee: $100. Open to all horses and riders who entered Class #30 – Low Training Jumper. Fence height
not to exceed 2'6". Formal Attire Required. Dark Hunt Coat and Tan or White breeches with Tall Boots.
Braiding not required.
The class will be run in accordance USEF jumper table and scored as such:
Table II, Sec. 2 (a)—The first round and first jump-­‐off, if any, are decided by adding
together the faults incurred over the course and any penalties for exceeding the Time
Allowed. In the event of equality of faults after the first round, there will be one jump-­‐off
for first place only in which time will decide in the event of equality of faults.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons
Prize Money for more than 10 entries: $150/$100/$75/$65/$60/$50 (No other prizes awarded)
110. Schooling Class Hunter-­‐ 18”
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 32. Judged on CT Training Hunter Level A – 18” class
specifications. 10 Ribbons.
32. CT TRAINING HUNTER LEVEL A -­‐ 18”
Entry Fee: $100. Open to all horses or ponies. No age limitations and no rider restrictions. No restriction of
horse/pony/rider into other divisions if otherwise eligible Fences not to exceed 18”. To be judged on
performance, soundness, suitability and manners. Simple lead changes and/or trotting in corners are
permitted. To be shown over a hunter type course. Combinations are optional. The same horse/rider
combination may not compete in more than one section at the same show.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return
to jump a second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest
score going last. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to
determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over
a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
111. Schooling Class Hunter-­‐ 2’
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Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 33. Judged on CT Training Hunter Level B – 2’ class
specifications. 10 Ribbons.
33. CT TRAINING HUNTER LEVEL B – 2’
Entry Fee: $100. Open to all horses or ponies. No age limitations and no rider restrictions. No restriction of
horse/pony/rider into other divisions if otherwise eligible Fences not to exceed 2’. To be judged on
performance, soundness, suitability and manners. Simple lead changes and/or trotting in corners are
permitted. To be shown over a hunter type course. Combinations are optional. The same horse/rider
combination may not compete in more than one section at the same show.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return
to jump a second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest
score going last. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to
determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over
a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
112. Schooling Class Hunter-­‐ 2’6”
Entry Fee: $50. Open only to Exhibitors in Class 34. Judged on CT Training Hunter Level C – 2’6” class
specifications. 10 Ribbons.
34. CT TRAINING HUNTER LEVEL D – 2’6”
Entry Fee: $100. Open to all horses or ponies. No age limitations and no rider restrictions. No restriction of
horse/pony/rider into other divisions if otherwise eligible Fences not to exceed 2’6”. To be judged on
performance, soundness, suitability and manners. Simple lead changes and/or trotting in corners are
permitted. To be shown over a hunter type course. Combinations are optional. The same horse/rider
combination may not compete in more than one section at the same show.
To be scored under the open numerical judging system. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return
to jump a second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest
score going last. Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to
determine the placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over
a shortened course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Arbitrage Champion Dress Sheet and Champion Trophy, Arbitrage Reserve
Champion Scrim Sheet, 3 rd Place Nutrena Garment Bag.
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CHSA HUNTER DERBY CLASSES:
The 2013 CHSA Finals will include a Hunter Derby to be held on Sunday, August 25, 2013.
Only riders and horses already entered in the 2013 CHSA Finals may enter into the 2013 CHSA Hunter Derby.
The Derby will consist of 3 classes with fence heights of: 18”, 2’ and 2’6”. Only 1 entry per horse per height
will be allowed. Entry fee for each horse and rider combination will be $100 per class. Only 20 entries per
class based on time receipt of entry. (ie First Come First Serve) We will keep a wait list. Non-­‐Professional
riders will be pinned as a separate class from Professional riders. Braiding and formal attire strongly
recommended.
The 10 highest-­‐scoring horse-­‐and-­‐rider combinations after the first round of each class are eligible to return
for the second round. The Non-­‐Professional and Professional rider/horse combination will be pinned
as separate classes based on the total two-­‐round score. For example with 10 riders returning of which 6 are
Non-­‐Professionals they would be pinned 1-­‐6 and the 4 Professional Riders will be pinned 1-­‐4.
Each CHSA Finals Hunter Derby class must have a minimum of 10 entries to be eligible to run at
the CHSA Finals show and receive ribbons and prizes. If, at the entry deadline, there are fewer then 10
entries for a class, then the following will occur:
• Fewer then 10 entries but more then 5 at the entry deadline, the class will run but with no prizes
awarded only ribbons. (ie 5 – 9 entries)
• Fewer then 5 entries the class will not run and entry fees will be refunded. If the entry is only
participating in one class the office fee and stall fees will also be refunded. If the entry is also
participating in other classes only the canceled class fee will be refunded. (ie 4 – 1 entries)
35. CHSA HUNTER DERBY – 18”
Entry Fee: $100. Open to any horse and pony entered in Short Stirrup, Long Stirrup and CT Training Hunter
18”. Fences not to exceed 18”.
The first round will be a Classic Working Hunter Style Round and numerically Judged on quality, movement,
jumping style, manners and way of going. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return to jump a
second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest score
going last.
The second round will be a Handy Hunter Round and shall be numerically Judged on style, soundness,
brilliance and handiness. May be asked for some simple handy hunter type tests. A maximum of 10 bonus
points may be awarded by the Judges to each horse/rider combination for the handiness of the round & the
brilliance of their pace.
Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to determine the
placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over a shortened
course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Trophy for Champion and Reserve
36. CHSA HUNTER DERBY – 2’
Entry Fee: $100. Open to any horse and pony entered in Pre-­‐Children’s Hunter and Medal, and CT Training
Hunter 2’. Fences not to exceed 2’.
The first round will be a Classic Working Hunter Style Round and numerically Judged on quality, movement,
jumping style, manners and way of going. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return to jump a
second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest score
going last.
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The second round will be a Handy Hunter Round and shall be numerically Judged on style, soundness,
brilliance and handiness. May be asked for some simple handy hunter type tests. A maximum of 10 bonus
points may be awarded by the Judges to each horse/rider combination for the handiness of the round & the
brilliance of their pace.
Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to determine the
placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over a shortened
course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Trophy for Champion and Reserve
37. CHSA HUNTER DERBY – 2’6”
Entry Fee: $100. Open to any horse and pony entered in Modified Children’s Hunter and Medal, Modified
Adult Amateur Hunter and Medal, CT Training Hunter 2’6” and Low Training Jumpers. Fences not to exceed
2’6”.
The first round will be a Classic Working Hunter Style Round and numerically Judged on quality, movement,
jumping style, manners and way of going. The top 10 exhibitors from the first round will return to jump a
second round in reverse order of their scores in the first round; lowest score going first and highest score
going last.
The second round will be a Handy Hunter Round and shall be numerically Judged on style, soundness,
brilliance and handiness. May be asked for some simple handy hunter type tests. A maximum of 10 bonus
points may be awarded by the Judges to each horse/rider combination for the handiness of the round & the
brilliance of their pace.
Scores from the first round will be added together with the scores of the second round to determine the
placings. In case of a tie for first place only, those with tied scores will jump a third round over a shortened
course to break the tie. In all other ties, the riders will toss a coin for the awards.
Awards: Champion, Reserve Champion and 8 Ribbons and Sashes
Prizes for more than 10 entries: Trophy for Champion and Reserve
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2013 CHSA FINALS Time Schedule
Tentative— subject to change
Fox Crossing Outdoor Arena (Sand -­‐ 180 x 166) There will be no holds.
Friday, August 23, 2013 -­‐ Start Time 8:00 am
24. Junior Exhibitor English Pleasure
28. Quarter Horse Hunter Under Saddle
21. Walk Trot Hunt Seat Equitation
22. Walk Trot Hunt Seat Pleasure
23. Hunter Pleasure
27. Children’s Pleasure Pony
26. Adult English Pleasure
29. Color Breed Pleasure
25. CHSA English Pleasure
Not before Noon
110. Schooling Class 18”
32. CT Training Hunter Level A – 18”
111. Schooling Class 2’
33. CT Training Hunter Level B – 2’
112. Schooling Class 2’6”
34. CT Training Hunter Level D – 2’6”
Saturday, August 24, 2013 -­‐ Start Time 8:00 am
101. Schooling Class – 18”
10. Short Stirrup Equitation Medal
109. Schooling Class -­‐ 2'
19. Long Stirrup Equitation
18. Lead Rein Hunt Seat Demonstration
103. Schooling Class -­‐ 2'
12. Pre-­‐Children's Equitation Medal
105. Schooling Class – 2’6”
14. Modified Adult Amateur Equitation Medal
107. Schooling Class -­‐ 2'6"
16. Children's Equitation Medal
30. Low Training Jumpers
31. CHSA Jumper Classic
Sunday, August 25, 2013 -­‐ Start Time 8:00 am
102. Schooling Class – 18”
11. Short Stirrup Hunter
104. Schooling Class -­‐ 2'
13. Pre-­‐Children’s Hunter
108. Schooling Class – 2’6”
17. Modified Children’s Hunter
106. Schooling Class 2’6”
15. Modified Adult Amateur Hunter
35. CHSA Hunter Derby – 18”
36. CHSA Hunter Derby – 2’
37. CHSA Hunter Derby – 2’6"
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