Hunter/Jumper: USEF: 2012 George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session Concludes After Five Informative Days

Riders from the 2012 George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session. (Photo Courtesy of Stacey Nedrow-Wigmore)

January 10, 2012 From the USEF Communications Department Wellington, FL- The sixth annual  George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session presented by the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) and Adequan concluded Saturday at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, FL. Held January 3-7, participants honed their riding skills and learned valuable lessons in overall horsemanship. Learn more about the riders     Due to a severe cold, Morris, the legendary horseman and U.S. Show Jumping Chef d'Equipe, was unable to teach the training session sponsored by The Dutta Corporation, Farnam, Practical Horseman, and Equestrian Sport Productions. However, Morris' protégés Anne Kursinski, Kent Farrington, McLain Ward and Beezie Madden stepped in to conduct the morning mounted sessions.     The culmination of the training session was Saturday's mock Nations Cup. It was a unique opportunity for riders to practice jumping in the Nations Cup format, and the group was split into four different teams. The Gold medal-winning team from the 2011 Pan American Games (Farrington, Madden, Ward and Christine McCrea) served as Chefs d'Equipe as riders jumped two rounds over Anthony D'Ambrosio's challenging course.  "I think we're working with a great group of riders," said Farrington. "Being a clinic, if you're able to walk away with anything, even if it's just one thing new that you learned, it's more than worth its while."  In the afternoons, riders and auditors attended informative sessions on an array of topics including veterinary and farrier care, horse selection, the importance of fundamentals in horse management and course design. On Friday evening a forum was held for participants and the public to learn more about the Artisan Farms Young Rider Under -25 Series, the 2012 European Junior and Young Rider Tour, FEI Medication Rules as well as Mr. Morris' legendary Principles, Policies and Procedures for International riders presented by John Madden. Jacob Pope jumps Anthony D'Ambriosio's course. Photo from Amy Serridge/USEF Archive Jacob Pope took part in the Training Session for the first time and was sorry that Morris was unable to teach but nonetheless learned valuable lessons in horsemastership. "It was disappointing and too bad that Mr. Morris wasn't able to train us, but USEF staff, Lizzy (Chesson) and Amy (Serridge), managed to put together a fantastic set of clinicians - Anne, Kent, McLain and Beezie were great!" said Pope. "Where else could you get all that at once, as well as great clinics from a vet and farrier, and advice from Katie (Prudent) on how to select a horse, Adequan on joint care, and Pancho Lopez on horse care and barn management?  And all of this with a group of top notch riders from across the nation; the personal connections will hopefully last a lifetime. The knowledge and wisdom that was shared with us was priceless." On the final day, the USET Foundation hosted a luncheon.  Bonnie Jenkins, Executive Director of the USET Foundation congratulated all of the riders on a successful week.  "The USET Foundation is proud to be part of this week and continuing our mission of supporting athletes, promoting international excellence and building for the future." Read more about the USET's luncheon The George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session would not have been possible without the generosity of the clinicians who donated their time: Anthony D'Ambrosio, Kent Farrington, Anne Kursinski, Pancho Lopez, Beezie and John Madden, Allyn Mann, Christine McCrea, Dr. Tim Ober, Dean Pearson, Katie Prudent and McLain Ward. The USEFNetwork.com presented by Smartpak hosted wall-to-wall coverage over the five days of the training session. Video on demand is available for all the morning riding sessions and many of the educational afternoon sessions. All video, photos from the week and information about the participants and clinicians can be found at http://www.usefnetwork.com/featured/GeorgeMorris2012/.

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Hunter/Jumper: Tucson: HITS: Michelle Parker and Gretchen Lof Headline at the HITS Arizona Winter Festival

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Michelle Parker and Lassila De Moyon soar over the course in Sunday's $25,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, at the HITS Arizona Winter Circuit.

 TUCSON, AZ (March 11, 2011)—Competition at the HITS Arizona Winter Festival at the Pima County Fairgrounds in Tucson, Arizona was highlighted by big wins for Michelle Parker in the $25,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, and Gretchen Lof in the $2,500 Devoucoux Hunter Prix.

Hunter/Jumper Ocala: HITS: Tracy Fenney Wins $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, for the Second Week in a Row

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Tracy Fenney and MTM Timon on course in Thursday's $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, at HITS Ocala.

OCALA, FL (March 11, 2011)—In a season where a different High-Performance rider has claimed each of the 10 Grand Prix held so far at HITS Ocala, Tracy Fenney just put an end to that pattern with her second victory of the Circuit. Fenney was able to stave off a challenge in the jump-off by Tracy Magness to capture Thursday’s $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, aboard MTM Farm’s MTM Timon.

Jumping: Ocala: HITS: David Beisel Wins His First Grand Prix of the Season as Course Designer Jose “Pepe” Gamarra Makes His HITS Ocala Debut; Derek Petersen and Eli Win the $2,500 Brook Ledge Open Welcome

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David Beisel and Always Cullohill on course in the $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health.

OCALA, FL (February 25, 2011)--It was another beautiful day at HITS Post Time Farm in Ocala, Florida as David Beisel and Always Cullohill, a 16 year-old Irish Sport Horse, owned by Harlow Investment Enterprises, LLC, took home the win in Thursday’s $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health.

Hunter/Jumper: Tucson: HITS: Bjorn Ikast and Gretchen Lof Shine at the HITS Tucson Winter Classic

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TUCSON, AZ (February 24, 2011)—The midway point of the six week HITS Arizona Winter Circuit was highlighted by big victories for Bjorn Ikast in the $25,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, and Gretchen Lof in the $2,500 Devoucoux Hunter Prix.

Hunter/Jumper: Ocala: HITS: Tracy Fenney Finishes Ahead of 70 Entries in $10,000 Devoucoux Hunter Prix at HITS Ocala with Junior Meg O’Mara in Second Place

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Tracy Fenney and MTM La Costa, owned by Mr. and Mrs. Ken MacKenzie, on course in Sunday's $10,000 Devoucoux Hunter Prix at HITS Ocala.

OCALA, FL (February 22, 2011)--In a weekend that saw a record number of entries in several divisions, including two record-setting highs for Grand Prix entries, Sunday’s $10,000 Devoucoux Hunter Prix was the icing on the cake. An outstanding 70 pairs started on a course designed by Tim Hott of Tennessee, as a mix of Professionals, Amateurs, and Juniors were awarded the top ribbons.

Hunter/Jumper: Wellington: Rosalynn Makes a Clean Sweep in the Sanctuary High Performance Working Hunters at the 2011 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival

Kelley Farmer and Rosalynn - Sanctuary High Performance Working Hunter Champions (Photo © Sportfot)

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Wellington, FL - January 13, 2011 - The 2011 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival runs from January 12 - April 3 and will host the sport's most talented hunter and jumper riders. The first week of competition at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center continued today as professional riders sought championship honors in various hunter divisions.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Wrap Up: The 65th Annual Pennsylvania National Horse Show Showcases A Wealth of Equestrian Talent

Harrisburg, PA - October 27, 2010 - The 65th annual Pennsylvania National Horse Show, which took place October 14-23 in Harrisburg, PA, showcased a wealth of equestrian talent ranging from pony hunters to grand prix competitors. From the first junior rider to step into the area at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Exhibition Center until Rodrigo Pessoa crossed the timers to win the $75,000 Grand Prix de Penn National on the horse show's closing night, this year's Pennsylvania National Horse Show featured the best-of-the-best in hunter-jumper competition.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: NAL Year End Titles

Lydia Ulrich and Tiger Lilly II won the $5,000 North American League Low Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Finals. (Al Cook Photo)

Harrisburg, Pa. - October 23, 2010 - Tiger Lilly II and Nikon's Prima Donna, both mares recently imported from Europe, triumphed over the competition to clinch year-end North American League (NAL) titles on the final day of the 65th Pennsylvania National Horse Show (PNHS).

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: The Boy Wonder is Super Hero in Cavalor Show Jumping Hall of Fame Amateur Owner Jumper Classic: Kosta is Champion at Pennsylvania National Horse Show

Kristin Glover and The Boy Wonder winning the $15,000 Cavalor Show Jumping Hall of Fame (SJHF) Amateur Owner Jumper Classic. (Al Cook Photo)

Harrisburg, Pa. - October 22, 2010 - Kristin Glover of Richmond, Va. and The Boy Wonder won the $15,000 Cavalor Show Jumping Hall of Fame (SJHF) Amateur Owner Jumper Classic in a two-horse jump-off. The event was the culmination of the year-long Cavalor Show Jumping Hall of Fame Junior/Amateur Owner Classic Series.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Victoria Watters and Eye Remember Rio Are Triumphant in North American League Adult Hunter Finals

Victoria Watters and Eye Remember Rio (Al Cook Photo)

Harrisburg, Pa. - October 22, 2010 - Victoria Watters of Cincinnati, Ohio, and Eye Remember Rio were the best in both rounds of the $10,000 North American League (NAL) Adult Hunter Finals at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, presented by Cavalor. Their two-round combined score of 172 points set them apart from the field, 7.5 points ahead of second place finishers French Kiss and Tina Furey.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn Natoinal: All Aboard Scores Pennsylvania National Horse Show Sidesaddle Championship - by Esther Morgan

Harrisburg, Penn. - October 20, 2010 - All Aboard turned in a sidesaddle performance with Jill Wilson today that will be a ride to remember. The 16-year-old gray gelding earned the tricolor during what may be his final Harrisburg championship with Wilson, his Louisa County, Virginia-partner who is moving on to a new horse.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Showman and World Champion Hunter Rider Sandra Ferrell are Grand in Green Hunters at the 65th Annual Pennsylvania National - by Esther Morgan

Sandra Ferrell and Showman receiving the Grand Green Hunter Champion award (Al Cook Photo)

Harrisburg, Penn. - October 19, 2010 - Sandra Ferrell of Bernville, Penn. swept the competition aboard Showman, earning top honors as the Grand Green Hunter Champion. Showman is an 8-year-old Westphalian gelding owned by Krista and Alexa Weisman of Sherborn, Mass.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Jill Wilson Finishes in Top Spots During Hunt Night at 65th Annual Pennsylvania National Horse Show- By Esther Morgan

Hunt Night Leading Lady Rider Award Winner Jill Wilson and All Aboard (Al Cook Photo)

Harrisburg, Penn. - October 18, 2010 - It was a night to remember for Jill Wilson as she swept the competition and claimed blue ribbons in the hunters over fences, under saddle, and team events at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show Hunt Night sponsored by Kinsley Construction.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Samantha Perry and Ramazotti Are Victorious in North American League Children's Hunter Finals

North American League Children's Hunter Finals Champions Samantha Perry and Ramazotti (Al Cook Photo

Harrisburg, Penn. - October 18, 2010 - Samantha Perry and Ramazotti sailed through both rounds of the $10,000 North American League (NAL) Children's Hunter Finals at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show topping the score board with a 162 combined score. A single point separated each of the three top finishers.

Hunter/Jumper: Cavalor Hall of Fame: Josephina Nor-Lantzman Named Cavalor Show Jumping Hall of Fame Rider of the Month for September

Lexington, KY-October 18, 2010-

Josephina Nor-Lantzman has been named as the Cavalor Show Jumping Hall of Fame Rider of the Month for September.

Nor-Lantzman competes in the West Conference Amateur-Owner division of the Cavalor Show Jumping Hall of Fame Jumper Classic Series aboard Chello Z. The month of September was a huge success for the pair, as they swept first place honors in Series classes held at the Blenheim Fall Tournament and the Showpark All Seasons Summer Classic, earning an impressive 300 points.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Hayley Barnhill Victorious in Pessoa/USEF Hunter Seat Equitation Medal Finals Presented by Randolph College

 Champion Hayley Barnhill winning the Pessoa/USEF Hunter Seat Equitation Medal Finals presented by Randolph College. (Al Cook Photo)

Harrisburg, Penn. - October 17, 2010 - A total of 208 junior riders came to the 65th Pennsylvania National Horse Show and competed for the prestigious national equitation championship, the Pessoa/USEF Hunter Seat Equitation Medal Finals Presented by Randolph College. It came down to a ride off and exchange of horses between Hayley Barnhill of Collierville, Tenn. and Samantha Schaefer of Westminster, Md. that resulted in the win for Barnhill.

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Polle Wins Gold Medal in Two-Horse Jump-Off For National Junior Jumper Individual Championship

Harrisburg, Penn. - October 16, 2010 - The exciting Pennsylvania National Horse Show junior jumper action culminated with the $7,500 Randolph College/USEF National Junior Jumper Individual Overall Championship awarded to the rider with the least faults after three phases of competition. In the 18-horse field, two riders entered tonight's competition fault-free and both remained fault-free. Those two riders then entered a two-horse jump-off to decide the Gold and Silver Medals. In the end, New York's Karen Polle and Cachette Z took home the Gold.

Polle and Cachette Z (Al Cook Photo)

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Top East and West Coast Juniors Meet in the Winner's Circle as Champions at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show

Grand Champion Pony Hunter Love and Laughter and rider Victoria Press. (Al Cook Photo)

Harrisburg, Penn. - October 15, 2010 - The 65th annual Pennsylvania National Horse Show welcomes riders from across the nation throughout the 10-day competition. Today's Junior Hunter Championships concluded with winners hailing from both East and West Coasts!

Hunter/Jumper: Penn National: Love and Laughter Dominates Pony Awards at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show Victoria Press is Best Junior Rider on a Pony!

Grand Champion Pony Hunter Love and Laughter and rider Victoria Press. (Al Cook Photo)

Harrisburg, Penn. - October 16, 2010 - It was just her second visit to the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, but 12-year-old Victoria "Vixie" Press piloted Olivia Jack's Love and Laughter to top honors as Grand Champion Pony Hunter, Large Pony Hunter Champion and Best Junior Rider Award, Pony.