| Just Announced! USHJA Emerging Jumper Rider Program; Applications Reopen for Zone Jumper Team Championships |
The USHJA Emerging Jumper Rider Program was created to identify the next generation of international Show Jumping talent in the United States. The program will allow the U.S. to identify and provide education and guidance to riders competing at the 1.10m-1.35m levels, as well as to their trainers and parents.
Using the new
USHJA Zone Jumper Team Championships to identify riders who have the skill and desire to excel in the sport, the Emerging Jumper Rider Program aims to educate riders to become well-rounded horsemen on their path to excellence.
Educational Orientation Sessions for Riders, Trainers and Parents
Special orientation sessions will be held at each Championship where riders, parents and trainers will receive comprehensive information about the Jumping Athlete Pathway, and how riders can advance through the sport to the highest levels. Additionally, every Championship competitor will be recognized as a 2017 Emerging Jumper Rider, and each individual medalist will be named a 2017 Gold Star Emerging Jumper Rider and will be invited, along with their trainers and parents to attend a Gold Star Clinic.
Applications Reopened for Zone Jumper Team Championships
To allow for maximum participation in the first year of this exciting opportunity, the USHJA has reopened the application period and extended the 20 point minimum requirement for the USHJA Zone Jumper Team Championships in Zones 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 9 and 10.
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| Get Ready! HQC Stable Challenge Begins June 15 |
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Last year's prize package included a slew of great products! USHJA Archives
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Mark your calendar and start studying, because the HQC Stable Challenge, presented by
The Plaid Horse
, begins June 15!
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Journey to the Championships
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Photo by Alison Hartwell Photography
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Follow along as we see what the journey to Kentucky looks like for up-and-coming and seasoned riders alike as they make their way to the USHJA International Hunter Derby and Platinum Performance/USHJA Green Hunter Incentive Championships.
Caitlyn Shiels of Elgin, Illinois, is preparing for her first USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship, while 2016 Derby Championship winner
Kristy Herrera
of Wellington, Florida, hopes to return to defend her title.
Will Roberts of Kingwood, Texas, a
seasoned exhibitor in the USHJA Green Hunter Incentive
Championship for horses competing at 3'0' or 3'3" (formerly known as the Pre-Green Incentive Championship), will be returning to the bluegrass state, as well as West Coast rider
Jenny Karazissis of Calabasas, California, who will be returning after her successful debut paid off in 2016.
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Photo by Katie Aviv
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Are you headed to the Green Hunter Incentive or International Hunter Derby championships? We invite all competitors to share their story with us by posting their photos and stories in social media using the hashtags
#GoForGreen and
#DestinationDerby respectively. Stay tuned as we follow these riders and more, as they prepare for the championships.
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Take the Survey! Help The American Horse Council Foundation's National Equine Economic Impact Study
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This survey is specifically designed to capture the direct impact of front-line participants in the horse industry, the people who own, train, ride, board, and otherwise care for horses. The results of this survey are anonymous and confidential, and will be used by the American Horse Council to promote the economic benefits of the horse industry to policy makers.
This survey link is only intended for the recipient of this email.
Please do not forward or share this link.
We thank you in advance for participating in this incredibly important update to the Economic Impact Study! If you have any questions, please contact the AHC directly at
[email protected].
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USHJA Foundation Gochman Family Grant Recipients Selected
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"These young ladies exemplify the purpose of this grant with their dedication, hard work, and commitment to horsemanship," said Jennifer Burger, president of the USHJA Foundation. "We were elated by the large response we received, and we thank everyone who submitted an application."
This marks the third year the USHJA Foundation has provided grants to help riders attend USEF Pony Finals, thanks to the generous support of the Gochman Family.
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This Sunday: $25,000 WCHR West Coast Hunter Spectacular and Breakfast at Tiffany's Sunday Brunch Gala
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his year the exciting featured class will offer spectators a Breakfast at Tiffany's Sunday Brunch Gala to benefit the WCHR Program, which in part supports the USHJA Foundation Horseman's Assistance Fund.
Reserve your seats at the Brunch at ushja.org/WCHRWestCoast, or stop by the USHJA tent located near the Main Hunter Ring!
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Nominations Open for 2017 USHJA Annual Awards
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Bill Moroney presenting the USHJA Lifetime Achievement Award to Chrystine Tauber at the 2016 USHJA Annual Meeting, presented by HITS. Photo credit:Tricia Booker/USHJA Archives |
We are now accepting nominations for 2017 annual awards to recognize the significant accomplishments of members. The following awards are based on member nominations: Amateur Sportsmanship, Jane Marshall Dillon, Lifetime Achievement, Mrs. A.C. Randolph Owners Legacy, Youth Leadership, USEF Youth Sportsman's, and Vital Horse Show Staff awards.
Deadlines vary for nominations with some ending as early as July 31. The USHJA invites all members to nominate those most deserving of these awards. The recipients will be recognized and presented with their awards at the USHJA Annual Meeting, presented by HITS, which takes place this year in San Antonio, Texas, December 10-14, 2017.
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On June 2, the USHJA Foundation Board of Directors announced that Logan Blake Crouser, Olivia deStanley and Ella Doerr will be attending the 
