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14 Broodmare Hall of FameMeet the five newest inductees.

Saddlebred enthusiasts from all over were once again on hand tocelebrate their love for the American Saddlebred at the 2010Saddlebred Summit. Members discussed issues affecting the breedtoday and going forward in open discussion forums, dined and discussed Association business in the Annual Members Luncheon, andperused vendor exhibits throughout the duration of the convention.Youth members enjoyed activities on site, as well as visits to variouslocations on their annual field trip, and as always, the excitement culminated in Saturday night’s Annual Saddlebred Ball.

46 A Conversation about JudgingIn Friday’s open forums, members discussed Saddlebred judging,including the Western and Hunter judging standards.

Coverage of the ASHA Youth Conference ......52Coverage of the Charter Clubs workshop ......67Coverage of the forum held ondrug testing changes ..............69

Convention sponsors ............57Individual award winners......58Preview of the 2010 FEI World Equestrian Games ......69Minutes of meetings of variouscommittees ............................70

28 EquitationEight Equitation Triple Crown winning horses were recently honoredas the first to be awarded with a “CH-E” status, a newly created designation for only the most accomplished of Equitation horses. Hear from their former riders, trainers and owners as they recall theirexperiences working with these Equitation competitors.

63 Celebrating Redd CrabtreeA lifetime of accomplishments is recalled in this profile ofRedd Crabtree, the recipient of the 2010 ASHA LifetimeAchievement Award.

72 Charter Clubs Region by RegionNews and recent goings on of Region 3/4 charter clubs including Charter Club of the Yearaward winner American Saddle Horse BreedersFuturity of Wisconsin.

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On the cover: RWC Joe Fabulous (111802) was a late comer to the showring and set off his winning career in 2009 by winning the Stallion Stake at Lexington JuniorLeague with Melinda Moore in the irons. That evening he was purchased by the Dr. Scott and Annika Bruggeworth and went on to quickly score the Reserve in theStallion Stake at Louisville the following month. After the World’s Championship, Jerry Hutson of Siren Song Stable in Mays Landing, New Jersey, took over the reins andhas been victorious the following five times he has shown the gorgeous young stallion. The Bruggeworths are planning to focus on Joe’s year ahead in the showringbefore standing him to stud in 2011. The Bruggeworths were the highest bidders at the Kentucky State Fair Saddlebred auction for this cover. The generous contributionwill support ASHA youth.

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Kara Bekebrede Kara is a senior at

Sacred Heart Academy inLouisville, Kentucky. Shehas been riding at BigginsStable for twelve years,and shows in Academy

shows and tournaments. Kara has beena member of Biggins Bridle Bunch forseven years, and has served as Secretaryand Officer of Promotions.

Ashley BigginsAshley Biggins, 18, is a

senior at Sacred HeartAcademy in Louisville,Kentucky. She has beenriding at Biggins Stable inSimpsonville, Kentucky,

for 14 years and shows in the three-gaited pony division. She has been amember of the Biggins Bridle Bunchyouth club for 14 years, recently serv-ing as president and vice president.

Brice [email protected]

Brice joined ASHA inAugust of 2008, asMarketing Manager. Hegraduated from theUniversity of Kentucky

with a degree in Communication, subse-quently working in InformationTechnology at Chase Bank, and in stategovernment in Frankfort, Kentucky.

Jen [email protected]

Jen Corcoran recentlyturned her lifelong passionfor photography into EMotion Photography, a

business focusing on the majestic Amer -ican Saddlebred. Since 2008, Corcoranhas contributed photographs to Amer -ican Saddlebred Daily at the World’sChampionship Horse Show, capturingclassic images of the Saddlebred world’sbest. She lives with her husband Jay andthree children in New London,Wisconsin, where she keeps a smallnumber of mares there at their MapleRidge Farm. Besides breeding AmericanSaddlebreds and photography, she alsoenjoys drawing and trail riding.

Stephanie DiLucaStephanie DiLuca, 15,

is a freshman at EasternHigh School in Louisville,Kentucky. She has beenriding at Biggins Stable inSimpsonville, Kentucky,

for four years and participates inAcademy shows and tournaments. Shehas been a member of the BigginsBridle Bunch youth club for four years,recently serving as club photographer.

Diane [email protected]

Diane has been on theBoard of the MinnesotaSaddlebred Horse Assoc -iation for 12 years. Shestarted riding lessons as a

forty-something adult with Cary Bartzat Valiant Stables, along with herseven-year-old daughter Megan. Meganshowed their three Saddlebreds untilshe left for college. Diane has workedin marketing and health communica-tions for over 30 years atHealthPartners in Minnesota.

Dr. Shelagh M. [email protected]

Dr. Roell is a CharterClub Council Region 3/4Representative andPresident of the AmericanSaddlebred Horse

Association of Wisconsin. Her involve-ment with Saddlebreds began with aretired five-gaited show horse she usedfor trail riding, and has since evolvedinto a passion for both Saddlebred rid-ing and driving. She has been both atraining barn customer and amateurowner/trainer. Currently she has fourshow horses in training, and a retiredshow horse she enthusiastically shareswith her nine grandchildren.

Kim [email protected]

A native Texan, KimSkipton has been riding,showing and breedingSaddlebreds since child-hood. She has won multi-

ple World’s Championship titles, oftenas a catch rider, and currently has four

horses with trainer George Knight. Kimserves as the long time curator of theAmerican Saddlebred Museum andworks as a proof reader for TSE Tatter -salls Sales Company, along with pen-ning articles for the AmericanSaddlebred magazine.

Susan [email protected]

Susan Vine grew upriding bareback across theback roads of Ohio ondescendants of a full sisterto Spelling Bee BHF, pur-

chased by her father in Kentucky in1937. Susan served in the Peace Corps inBrazil, worked for international organi-zations, and was a senior manager inlogistics and enterprise software. Herfirst foal was USDF All-Breeds ReserveChampion in 2006. She is the NewEngland representative and Chair of theCharter Club Council.

Laura [email protected]

Laura joined ASHAback in 2006 as a sum-mer Marketing Intern,and rejoined in Augustof 2009 as an

Advertising Sales Associate. Lauragraduated from the University ofKentucky with a degree in BusinessAdministration, with an emphasis inMarketing. She began her involvementwith Saddlebred horses at a young agein Toledo, Ohio and continues todevelop her horsemanship skills atevery opportunity. Laura hopes to helpgenerate awareness of the AmericanSaddlebred in all regions of the world.

Will Wood Jr. [email protected]

Will Wood Jr joinedASHA in May 2007, buthas been involved in thehorse industry for muchlonger. Having grown up

on a farm in Lexington, Kentucky, hestarted riding at an early age. Working atthe Saddlebred Association allows him tocombine two of his passions: the equineindustry and Information Technology.


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The ticket purchase website is nowavailable for the American SaddlebredHorse Association’s (ASHA) recentlyannounced partnership with the 2010Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games.

ASHA is working with the WorldGames 2010 Foundation, Inc., tosimultaneously promote the 2010Games and the American Saddlebredbreed, by providing ASHA membersthe opportunity to purchase tickets andDaily Hospitality Passes for the Games,with a percentage of the sales goingback to the breed organization, toassist ASHA’s continuing effort to pro-mote the American Saddlebred.

The website to buy tickets throughthis program can be found at www.ticketmaster.com/promo/psxkjo.Reser vation forms for Daily HospitalityPasses are also available, and can beobtained by contacting ASHA.

The Alltech FEI World EquestrianGames are the world championships ofeight equestrian disciplines recognizedby the Fédération Equestre Inter -nationale (FEI). The Games are heldevery four years and this year’s Gameswill be their first occurrence in theUnited States. The Games will be broad-cast on NBC Sports, which has markedthe largest commitment to network cov-erage of equestrian sport in UnitedStates television history. The 2010Games are expected to have a statewideeconomic impact of $150 million, andcurrent sponsors include Alltech, Rolex,John Deere, Ariat International, Inc.,Meydan and the American QuarterHorse Association.

For questions about tickets salesthrough ASHA’s partnership with the2010 Alltech FEI World EquestrianGames, call ASHA at (859) 259-2742,or email [email protected].

Corrections� The Reference Directory issue of

American Saddlebred omitted a RegionalChampionship winner in Region 8. AtFirst Sight, owned by Coleman Enter -prises LLC and ridden by JacquelineManzo, was the Bluegrass RegionalChampion in Adult Country Pleasure atthe All American Horse Classic.

� The Reference Directory includedincorrect information on a listing ofleading sires between 2005 and 2009ranked by earnings of get at all futurities.The correct chart appears on page 89.

� The program for the 2010Saddlebred Summit incorrectly spelledthe name of Glenmore Farms.

� The program for the annualawards luncheon at the 2010Saddlebred Summit incorrectly listed theowners of two 2009 National PleasureAward winners. CHJessie Cole, winner ofthe Three-Gaited Country PleasureAdult award, is owned by James R.Dellinger, Jr., of Cartersville, Georgia.CHUwharrie’s Patriot Sage, winner of theThree-Gaited Country Pleasure JuniorExhibitor award, is owned by Tom &/orPatsy Plant of Advance, North Carolina.The program also incorrectly spelled thename of Stefanie Lackey Sanchez ofForest, Virginia, and the owner of Five-Gaited Show Pleasure winnerCHStonewall’s Stargate.

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Starting in 2001 the ASHABreeder’s Committee recommended,and the Board of Directors approved,new criteria based on computer-gener-ated data rather than the subjectiveselection previously used, for inductingmares into the Hall of Fame. A maremust have produced a minimum ofthree offspring that have earned acombination of the following titles atthe Kentucky State Fair World’sChampionship Horse Show: threeWorld’s Champions; or two World’s

Champions and one Reserve World’sChampion; or one World’s Championand two Reserve World’s Champions.In any combination, the mare musthave produced three different off-spring, each of which must have wonone of these titles. The titles arerestricted to specific classes in the five-gaited, three-gaited and fine harnessdivisions as is outlined in theBroodmare Hall of Fame section in theSaddlebred Reference Directory.

In 2002, additional criteria for the

recognition of dams of important siresor dams of important producers wereapproved by the ASHA Board, allowingone of the following to replace oneWorld’s Champion or one ReserveWorld’s Champion requirement: themare produced one sire of five World’sChampions, or the mare produced oneproducer (dam) of a World’s Champion.The World’s Champion-producing sonor daughter cannot be the same horsewhose win is counted towardBroodmare Hall of Fame status.

At the 2009 Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show the offspring of five mareswon the world’s champion or reserve world’s champion title needed to finalize their dam’s inductionto the Broodmare Hall of Fame. The five newest additions to the Broodmare Hall of Fame areCallaway’s Lucy Mack, CHCaravelle, CHIt’s A Beautiful Day, With Memories and Yorkshire Pudding.This year’s diverse group of inductees is comprised of a mare who was a world’s champion herself inthe three-gaited division, a mare who was a multi-world’s champion in the five-gaited pleasure divi-sion, another who won titles in the three-gaited pleasure division and two mares with no showrecords at all. Following is the criteria that must be met for induction into the Hall of Fame.

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Callaway Hills born and bred,Callaway’s Lucy Mack qualified for theBroodmare Hall of Fame by virtue ofhaving two reserve world’s championoffspring and one daughter who pro-duced a world’s champion. She is thesecond daughter of CHWill Shriver tojoin the Hall of Fame. Though nevershown herself, she was certainly bred tobe a show horse as her dam is a daugh-ter of famed world’s champion MissDixie Rebel. She carries the blood of notonly CHWing Commander and TheRambler, but also Beau Peavine, rarelyseen up close today.

In 1995 Callaway’s Lucy Mack’sdaughter, Callaway’s New Business (byI’m A New Yorker), was ReserveWorld’s Champion in the Junior Five-Gaited Mare Stake. Her son byHarlem’s Hot Dice, Callaway’sMaverick, was the 2003 ReserveWorld’s Champion Junior ExhibitorThree-Gaited 11 and under.

Callaway’s Love Lucy is a daughter ofCallaway’s Lucy Mack by CHThe Talk OfThe Town. Like her mother she was des-tined for the broodmare ranks and nevershown. She was bred to CHCaramac andproduced Callaway’s Annabel Allison,winner of both the Five-Gaited LadiesChampionship and the Ladies Five-Gaited Mare class at the 2009 World’sChampionships, giving Callaway’s LucyMack the final win needed for theBroodmare Hall of Fame. Her last ownerof record was Nash Stables, Inc. and herlast foal was in 1999.

From 1985 to 1995 the versatileCHCaravelle campaigned from coast tocoast. A familiar face in the five-gaitedpleasure division with 11 world’s cham-pionship titles on her record, this Pintoalso competed in the five-gaited, coun-try pleasure driving and park divisions.She won 170 blue ribbons before enter-ing the breeding ranks in 1996.CHCaravelle traces back to CHWingCommander through CHYork town onthe top side of her papers and throughWingmaster on the bottom. She has noSupreme Sultan or CHValley ViewSupreme blood at all. Her first foal,Honolulu, started her on the road to the

Broodmare Hall of Fame when thedaughter of CHBuck Rogers wascrowned 1999 World’s ChampionThree-Year-Old Fine Harness Mare. In2000 CHCaravelle’s third foal,Catamaran, earned the title World’sChamp ion Five-Gaited Two-Year-Old,the same title his sire CHSky Watch hadearned many years before.

In 1999 CHCaravelle produced fourfoals sired by three different stallions.Three of the four went on to have showcareers but it was broodmare daughterParis Match, by (SA) War Image, thatproduced the winner Caravelle neededto complete her entry into the Hall of

Photo courtesy Callaway Hills

Wins by a daughter of Callaway’s Love Lucy,shown here, gave Callaway’s Lucy Mack thefinal accomplishments necessary to beinducted into the Broodmare Hall of Fame.

Breeder: Betty G. WeldonOwner: Nash Stables, Inc.Ribbon Winning Produce: . . . . . . . . . . . 3Ribbons (1st thru 8th): . . . . . . . . . . . . 121988 M CVF's Light And Lively 115433

by Royal Return 78282*1989 M CVF's Lady Lexus 117573

by Royal Return 78282*1990 G Play The Red 94667

by I'm A New Yorker 768431991 M Callaway's New Business

120970* (2nd)by I'm A New Yorker 76843

1992 M Callaway's Lady Lucille 122933by Sultan's Collector's Item 78578*

1993 M Callaway's Love Lucy 124318by CHThe Talk Of The Town 66881*

1994 G Callaway's Maverick 100904 (1st)by Harlem's Hot Dice 85330

1996 G Got The Ticket 104155 (RW)by I'm A New Yorker 76843

1999 G Callaway's Spencer Hadley 107937by Rosewind 79164

CHAnacacho ShamrockCHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Flirtation Walk (BHF)

Callaway’s Johnny GillenKalarama Rex (RWGC)

Fourth Estate (BHF)LauradellCHWill Shriver (WC, WGC), 1966 ch.Edna May’s King (WC, WGC)

Anacacho DenmarkJane Black (BHF)CHKate Shriver (WGC, BHF) CHKing’s Genius (WC)

Reverie’s Desdemona (BHF)Spirit Of Kentucky (BHF)Bourbon Genius (WC, WGC)

Genius Bourbon KingBlessed Event (BHF)

The RamblerNancy Highland’s Chief

Highland’s Sylvia (BHF)Sylvia MacDonald

Holiday’s Miss Hattie, 1965 ch.Jean Val Jean

Beau Peavine (RWGC)Fair Acres Vanity Fair

Miss Dixie RebelAmerican Born

Abie’s Irish Rose (WC, BHF)Kathryn Haines (WC, BHF)

CALLAWAY’S LUCY MACK (BHF) 107397 • CHWILL SHRIVER* X HOLIDAY’S MISS HATTIE BY THE RAMBLER*


CHCARAVELLE (BHF) (CONTINUED)

CHWing Commander (WC, WGC)CHYorktown (WC, WGC)Oman’s Anacacho Maytime (BHF)

Fountain Of YouthDenmark’s Bourbon Genius

Eternal SpringStonewall Symphonette

Chubasco, 1977 ch. pto.Ensign Kirby

Ensign’s Storm WarningMeimohala Born

Tropical GaleAnacacho Empire

Miss Stormy WeatherPrima StarlightCHAnacacho ShamrockCHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Flirtation Walk (BHF)

Wingmaster (WC)Jubilee Dare

Dream Flower (BHF)Jungle FlowerCHMagic Note, 1969 ch.Sun Beau

Beau FortuneAnacacho Princess (BHF)

Crebilly’s Hi-Note (WC)Kalarama Rex (RWGC)

Kalarama Lorelei (BHF)Evelyn Brent

Genius Bourbon KingCHValley View Supreme (WC, WGC)Diana Gay (BHF)

Supreme SultanAnacacho Denmark

Melody O’Lee (BHF)Judy O’Lee (BHF)

Sultan’s Great Day (WC), 1981 blk.Stonewall King

Stonewall SupremeMamie Peavine (BHF)

Supreme’s Casindra (BHF)Denmark Beaverkettle

Casindra Beaverkettle (WC)Candace KalaramaCHWing Commander (WC, WGC)CHYorktown (WC, WGC)Oman’s Anacacho Maytime (BHF)

New YorkerGolden Stonewall

Sandalwood StonewallMy Heart Throb (BHF)

Century Gold, 1979 ch.Anacacho Denmark

Oman’s Anacacho Rhythm (WC)Belle Of Boyle (BHF)CHGold Treat (WC)Wild Genius

Garastanna Dancer (BHF)Dream Rose

CHIT’S A BEAUTIFUL DAY (BHF) 116607 • SULTAN’S GREAT DAY X CENTURY GOLD BY NEW YORKER*

CHIt’s A Beautiful Day was twice aworld’s champion in the show pleasuredivision. Black like her world’s champi-on sire, she is the first of Sultan’s GreatDay’s daughters to enter the Brood -mare Hall of Fame. There are 18 dif-ferent Broodmare Hall of Fame maresin her five generation pedigree and hergrandsire Supreme Sultan is the num-ber one sire of Hall of Fame Brood -mares with twelve.

When crossed with the blackCHHarlem Town, CHIt’s A BeautifulDay produced the flashily marked

Breeder: William Shatner, TrusteeOwner: O’Brien Family Trust Dated 3/27/971993 3GSPAd 1st, 1994 3GSPAd 1st, 1994 3GSPAdCh 1st, 1995 3GSPAd 2nd

Ribbon Winning Produce: . . . . . . . . . . . 6Ribbons (1st thru 8th):. . . . . . . . . . . . . 251997 M It's A Beautiful Night 129754*

by CHHarlem Town 868941998 M CHShe's My Desire BH 132000 (1st)

by CHHarlem Town 868942000 M A Day On The Town BH 134271

by CHHarlem Town 868942001 G Brookhill's Periday 110639 (1st)

by Periaptor 815302002 G CHBrookhill's King Of Kool 112572 (1st)

by CHHarlem Town 868942003 S Brookhill's Glory Daze 113195

by CHHarlem Town 868942004 G Brookhill's Kool As Ice 114679 (2nd)

by Periaptor 815302005 M Brookhill's Musette 142105 (RW)

by CHHarlem Town 868942006 M Brookhill's Glam Slam 143595 (1st)

by Periaptor 815302009 S Brookhill's Hot Rod 122196

by Brookhill's Apollon 115726

Breeder: Michele MacfarlaneOwner: Michele Macfarlane1985 5GSPAd 1st, 1986 5GSPCh 1st, 19865GSPAd 1st, 1987 5GSPCh 1st, 1987 5GSP2nd, 1988 5GSPCh 2nd, 1988 5GSP 1st, 19895GSPCh 2nd, 1989 5GSP 2nd, 1990 5GSPCh2nd, 1990 5GSP 1st, 1991 5GSPCh 1st, 19915GSP 1st, 1992 5GSP 2nd, 1993 5GSPCh 2nd,1993 5GSPAd 1st, 1995 5GSP 2nd

Ribbon Winning Produce: . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Ribbons (1st thru 8th): . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161996 M Honolulu 127956 (1st)

by CHBuck Rogers 73982*

1997 G Hot Day 104462by Sultan's Great Day 76479*

1998 G Catamaran 106414 (1st)by CHSky Watch 69166*

1999 G Lawman 107783 (RW)by (SA) War Image 990053

1999 M Paris Match 132939by (SA) War Image 990053

1999 G Chapelle 108514by Longview's Paladin 76548*

1999 M Miss Waikiki 133738by CHBuck Rogers 73982*

2000 G Balboa Park 109860

by I'm A New Yorker 768432000 S Miramax 110084 (RW)

by Supremacy's High Time 879382000 G Verdi 109862

by CF First Night Out 912372000 G Maranello 109861

by CF First Night Out 912372000 G The Twelfth Night 110083

by CF First Night Out 912372001 M Bea Watchful 135640

by CHSky Watch 69166*2002 M The Lady Is A Captain 137489

by (SA) War Image 990053

Fame. The first foal of Paris Match isCHJuliette’s Deja Blue who was crownedWorld’s Champion Three-Gaited LadiesAmateur Over 15.2 in 2009.

CHCaravelle was one of only twofoals of the winning five-gaited mareCHMagic Note by Wingmaster. Shenow joins her full sister CHAstra Musicin the Broodmare Hall of Fame, mak-ing her the second daughter ofChubasco to be inducted. Last ownedby Michele Macfarlane, her last foalwas in 2002.

Photo courtesy Brookhill


The first Broodmare Hall of Famedaughter of The Blythe Spirit is WithMemories. She is another Hall of FameBroodmare who has no show record,proving again that it does not take a topshow mare to produce top foals. She isa product of the noted Golden Cross,tracing to CHWing Commander throughher sire and to CHValley View Supremethrough her dam. With Memories hasthe fewest number of foals of this year’sHall of Fame mares, with only eight on

the ground. When bred to Supreme Heir she pro-

duced Go Baby Go, Reserve World’sChampion in the 2001 ASR NationalThree-Year-Old Fine Harness Futurity.In 2008 Show Baby Show, a full sisterto Go Baby Go, was crowned World’sChampion Juvenile Three-Gaited 13and Under. With Memories was thenbred to Undulata’s Nutcracker. Thecross was a success as it producedZagnut, winner of the 2009 World’sChampionship in the ASR NationalThree-Year-Old Three-Gaited Futurity.Gail Kline and Willowbank Farm arethe owners of record and she is still pro-ducing for them.

chestnut CHBrookhill’s King of Kool.Possibly a throwback in color toCHYorktown on his dam’s side, he wasnamed 2004 Reserve World’sChampion Two-Year-Old Three-Gaited(Division II). CHIt’s A Beautiful Dayalso produced his full sister, the blackCHShe’s My Desire BH, winner of the2008 World’s Champion Three-GaitedJunior Exhibitor 14-17 Division. Whenbred to Periaptor in 2006 CHIt’s ABeautiful Day produced the blackBrookhill’s Glam Slam. Her win at the2009 World’s Championship HorseShow in the Three-Gaited Three-Year-Old (Division II) class elevated CHIt’s ABeautiful Day to Broodmare Hall ofFame status. CHIt’s A Beautiful Day iscurrently owned by the O’Brien FamilyTrust and is still producing for them.

CHIT’S A BEAUTIFUL DAY (BHF) (CONTINUED)

Breeder: Sally M. ParkerOwner: Gail Kline and Willowbank FarmRibbon Winning Produce:. . . . . . . . . . . 6Ribbons (1st thru 8th): . . . . . . . . . . . . 231996 M Lovely Luli 128330

by Harrods Burg 803081997 M Bella Belle 130962 (RW)

by Supreme Heir 74815*1998 M Go Baby Go 131407 (1st)

by Supreme Heir 74815*2000 G Lucky Curve 109261 (RW)

by CF First Night Out 912372002 M Show Baby Show 137332 (1st)

by Supreme Heir 74815*2006 G Zagnut 117446 (1st)

by Undulata's Nutcracker 1116122007 M Nutasha 144526 (RW)

by Undulata's Nutcracker 1116122008 S Roar Baby Roar 120456

by Ocean's Roar 105113

WITH MEMORIES (BHF) 120770 • THE BLYTHE SPIRIT X SUPER SOCIALITE BY SUPER SUPREME*

CHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Rhythm Command

Sweet Rhythm (RWGC, BHF)Grand Command

Beau Peavine (RWGC)Belle Of Spindletop CHBelle Le Rose (WC, WGC, BHF)

The Blythe Spirit, 1980 ch.Hide-A-Way’s Firefly Supreme

Fire LaneRosemary Lane

Blythewood’s Something’s BurningDynasty

Dyna Glow (WC)The FireflyGenius Bourbon KingCHValley View Supreme (WC, WGC)Diana Gay (BHF)

Super Supreme (WC)Anacacho Denmark

Melody O’Lee (BHF)Judy O’Lee (BHF)

Super Socialite, 1976 ch.Kalarama Rex (RWGC)

Society RexSpoonbill (BHF)

Society RoseMountain Peavine

Cynthiana RoseSpelling Bee (BHF)

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Yorkshire Pudding is the thirddaughter of New Yorker to be inductedinto the Hall of Fame. Not only is herdam, Putting On Airs (BHF) in the Hallof Fame, but so are her second, third,fourth and fifth dams, certainly anamazing bottom line. Both CHWingCommander and Stonewall Supremeappear on Yorkshire Pudding’s pedigree.She earned her world’s champion title in1982 when she won the ASHANational Three-Year-Old Three-GaitedFuturity. After a few more successfulshows she joined the broodmare ranksat age six.

The first of her world’s champion off-spring was Castle Bravo, her stallion sonby CHSky Watch. He won the 1999World’s Champion Three-Gaited Over15.2 class. In 2000 another of her stal-lion sons, Deep Blue (by Callaway’s BlueNorther), was Reserve World’s Champ -ion Two-Year-Old Fine HarnessStallion/Gelding. The final qualifyingwin for Yorkshire Pudding came from

the crossing of her daugh ter PrettyRibbons (by Mountjoy’s Incredible) withSantana’s Charm. The resulting foal wasstallion Marc Of Charm, winner of the2009 World’s Champ ion Three-Year-OldFive-Gaited Stallion/Gelding (Division I)class. The last owner of record forYorkshire Pudding is KAABA, Inc. andher final foal was born in 2003.

YORKSHIRE PUDDING (BHF) 97952NEW YORKER* X PUTTING ON AIRS (BHF)* BY MR. MAGIC MAN*

CHAnacacho ShamrockCHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Flirtation Walk (BHF)CHYorktown (WC, WGC)Anacacho Denmark

Oman’s Anacacho Maytime (BHF)Pennypack’s Pride (BHF)

New Yorker, 1970 ch.Stonewall King

Golden StonewallSilver Moon (BHF)

Sandalwood StonewallStonewall King

My Heart Throb (BHF)Betty LooCHAnacacho ShamrockCHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Flirtation Walk (BHF)

Mr. Magic ManEnsign Kirby

Molly O’LeeJudy O’Lee (BHF)

Putting On Airs (BHF), 1975 b.Stonewall King

Stonewall SupremeMamie Peavine (BHF)CHSupreme Airs (WC, WGC, BHF)Beau Fortune

Crebilly’s Plumb Beautiful (BHF)Crebilly’s Whirlwind (BHF)

Breeder: Mrs. F.D. SinclairOwner: Kaaba, Inc.1982 NaFut 3yo3G 1st

Ribbon Winning Produce: . . . . . . . . . . . 3Ribbons (1st thru 8th): . . . . . . . . . . . . 111986 S Reedann's Top Gun 86489*

by Stonewall's Main Event 45800*1987 G Saks 89401

by Stonewall's Main Event 45800*1988 S Castle Bravo 90869 (1st)

by CHSky Watch 69166*1989 S Northern Blues 92788

by Callaway's Blue Norther 76118*1990 M Yorkshire's Heiress 118797*

by CHHeir To Champagne 87964*1992 M Puddin Tane 123202 (RW)

by CHSky Watch 69166*1994 M Yorkshire Skies 126492

by CHSky Watch 69166*1995 M Watching My Step 127917

by Rare Treasure 68049*1997 M Pretty Ribbons 130777

by Mountjoy's Incredible 764431997 M June's Surprise Party 130762

by CHSky Watch 69166*1998 S Deep Blue 106450 (2nd)

by Callaway's Blue Norther 76118*1999 M Miss Cosmopolitan 133797

by Catalyst 860172003 S Hillcroft Faith's Reward 113630

by Callaway's Blue Norther 76118*

Photo by Sargent

1. Supreme Sultan: 12 BHF Get:Rainbow Valley, Patty’s Dream, Poor RubyReddress, Concubine, Saucy Sultanna,Sultan’s Supremacy, Sultan’s Dianna,Denmark’s Runaround Sue, NorthernEmpress, Sultan’s Radiance, Sultan’sLeather & Lace, Perfect.

2. King’s Genius: 10 BHF Get: FlirtationWalk, Rose Genius, May Genius, Ky.Cardinal Belle, Helen Highwater, Reverie’sDesdemona, Queen’s Genius Of Belemar,Graceful Genius, Candy Genius, King’sGenius Choice.

Tied for 3. Kalarama Rex: 8 BHF Get:Briney Breezes, Kalarama Heiress, BelleOf Boyle, Kalarama Lorelei, NelliePidgeon, Fourth Estate, Kalarama WildFlower, Emerald Present.

Tied for 3. Anacacho Denmark: 8 BHF Get: Anacacho Shower, Lady Emily,Reverie’s Poinciana, Daneshall’s Gift OfRoses, Kate Shriver, Oman’s BlanchitaBlossom, Oman’s Anacacho Maytime,Melody O'Lee.

5. Rex Peavine: 7 BHF Get: Edna May,Gloriann, Fanny Fern, Kate Peavine,Peavine’s Pearl, Flashing Peavine, SpiritOf Kentucky.

Tied for 6. American Born: 6 BHF Get:Abie’s Irish Rose, Miss America, InaWalker, Belle Le Rose, Moreland Maid,American Honeysuckle.

Tied for 6. Anacacho Shamrock: 6 BHF Get: Dream Waltz, Fairy Ring,Patsy Li, Chocolate Parfait, Fluffy Mcduffy,Clover Princess.

Tied for 6. Stonewall Supreme:6 BHF Get: Dixie Duchess, SupremeDesdemona, Supreme Airs, SupremeFascination, Supreme’s Casindra, DreamHill’s Ann Thompson.

Tied for 6. Wing Commander: 6 BHF Get: Starlike, Jasper Sweetheart,Ann O'Lee, Jasper Lou, Jasper LadyEvelyn, Lady Trigg.

10. American Ace: 5 BHF Get: Penny pack’s Pride, Ace’s RefreshingMoment, Ace’s Beauty Box, Ace’s DarkJewel, Lucy Kilmer.

Leading BroodmareHall of Fame Sires


2010 Saddlebred Summitand Youth Conference

Photos by Gayle Strickroot, Brice Carr, Sabrina Ball, Kaelyn Donnelly and Jodi Higdon


2010 SADDLEBRED SUMMIT& YOUTH CONFERENCE

It’s Due TimeEquitation Triple Crown Horses

First to be Honored with New CH

By Jen Corcoran“Drop your stirrups” are terrifying

words to hear from the saddle for manyriders. Most of us underestimate thesecurity of that iron bar under the ballof your foot until your riding instructormakes you go without. That is, unlessyou’re an Equitation rider; in that case,riding sans irons is commonplace. Theydo it all the time, along with countesshours of pattern work that would makethe average thrice-a-week rider weepwith agony.

Equitation is essentially the art of rid-ing a horse and getting the most per-formance from it with seemingly littleeffort on the part of the rider. At timeswe are guilty of watching Equitationclasses and making unfounded assump-tions about riders and their exquisitemounts. We tell ourselves or others,“that horse is push-button”, or “she’sjust a naturally gifted rider” or even“they paid well over six digits for thathorse, so of course it’s going to win”,and the ever-famous, “I don’t need toknow Equitation when I ride a perform-ance horse”. All of these remarks,whether voiced or unspoken, are a bigfat load of malarkey.

If the Equitation division was simplyabout the pretty riders on the easy horses,there’d be a heck of a lot more competi-tion. Fran Crumpler, who’s been teaching

Equitation in the neighborhood of fortyyears, puts it best when she remarks,“Equitation was never considered an endin itself. It was to prepare young riders toshow horses proficiently.”

So what is the reason why Equitationisn’t more popular than it is? “Now -adays,” muses Crumpler, “diversifica-tion has come into play more than spec-ification. Young people have such a vari-ety of (recreational) things available forthem; to be in Equitation they need tocommit to a certain level of dedication.”Frankly put, Equitation isn’t for sissies.It takes die-hard determination, and it’snot easy to do. The unspoken stereotypethat Equitation teams are typicallysnooty, over-privileged riders atop easy-to-ride mounts is an antiquated idea.

Thankfully, another thing of the pastis the historical slighting of topEquitation horses from being given duecredit for their exemplary performance.Equitation riders have traditionallyreceived all the kudos rather than theirhorses, but this is a new day. Recentlythe industry’s more progressive mindshave come together to create a newprogram that recognizes the equine ath-letes, and subsequently the breeders,riders, and trainers that represent thetalent and work ethic involved in theevolution of the top Equitation horses.Last year a committee consisting of

members from the UPHA and the USEFcollaborated to bring about an additionto the Saddle bred Record program inwhich the best Equitation horses in thebreed will be awarded a permanent“CH-E” or similar designation in frontof their registered name upon comple-tion of fifteen Championship Equitationclass points or the coveted “triplecrown” in Equitation.

The Saddle Seat Equitation triplecrown is a rare accomplishment achievedwhen a horse and rider has won the“Good Hands” National Horse ShowSaddle Seat Event, the United StatesEquestrian Federation Saddle SeatMedal, as well as the United ProfessionalHorsemen’s Association Challenge Cup.There have been only nine Equitationtriple crown wins on eight different hors-es since 1980. These equine athletes werehonored at the 2010 ASHA Conventionas the first horses to be awarded with thenew CH-E status.

The triple crown Equitation horsesfeatured below represent some of ourindustry’s finest breeding, training, andriding prowess. The recognition grantedbrings honor not only to the horses butto the horsemen and women whosehands have touched the horse along thejourney to its Equitation accomplish-ments. No stereotypes, just good old-fashioned hard work and talent.

VANITY’SSPARKLING

COIN

CHGLENVIEW’S WARLOCK

MAGICMARAUDER

ONE STEPABOVE

CALLAWAY’SWILL GILLEN

CHCF FIRSTLIGHT OF

DAWN

AMANDARI KISS OF THE ZODIAC




In 1980, trainer Jane Bennett neededto find the perfect Equitation horse forher star rider, Janice Christensen, who’dbeen riding under her instruction sincethe early 1970s. “She was the best riderI’ve ever had in my career, and I’ve hadsome of the very top riders,” compli-ments Bennett. The “perfect” equitatedhorse seemingly could not be found, butVanity’s Sparkling Coin, at the green ageof six, turned out to be well-matched forthe talented seventeen-year-old. “He wasnot equitated when we bought him fromJohnny Jones,” says Bennett, “but weknew this one was as close as we weregoing to get to the right horse. He hadonly been equitated for two months

when we started showing him.” Shegoes on to say that the horse was notideally geared, and “took too long of astride.” Thankfully Janice Christensenwas a naturally gifted rider, the kindthat trainers dream about but rarelyhave the good fortune to instruct. Shewas able to control the rear of the horsewith her long legs and keep him in thebridle right where he needed to be withher hands.

Vanity’s Sparkling Coin, despitebeing a challenge to ride, made a con-nection with a talented rider whofinessed him into a formidable and ulti-mately unbeatable Equitation horse. Itdidn’t come naturally to the horse, but

with the right rider and trainer, he didwhat was asked of him and rose to thetop of his field.

Reflects Christensen, “We used tocall him Simple Simon, because it was asthough he had a big question mark inhis mind, and you had to be able to helphim, tell him what to do.” Clearly shegave the horse the direction he needed,because together they became the firstteam ever to achieve what is nowknown as the triple crown in Equitation.It may have been thirty years ago thatthis duo pioneered the term triplecrown, but the time that’s passed doesn’tin the least dim the accomplishment, orthe honor due.

Vanity’s Sparkling Coin1980 Triple Crown Winner

Vanity’s Sensation of Crebilly X Mary Sparkle by Sparkling PrideRider: Janice Christensen

Breeder: Earl Teater Farms, Lexington, KYTrainer: Jane Bennett

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CHGlenview’s Warlock1982 Triple Crown Winner

Indiana Peavine X CHContract’s Lady Anacacho by Sparkling PrideRider: Jama Hedden (Branham)

Breeder: Kathie Gallagher, Tulsa, OKTrainer: Lillian Shively



Lillian Shively is known in the indus-try for her uncanny ability to pair ahorse and rider and turn them into aformidable Equitation team. She saw inJama Hedden a young woman who“had it all, a good horsewoman and anexquisite rider. She was beautiful on theinside and the outside.” As many ofDeLovely’s more serious riders do today,Jama stayed with the Shivelys for thebetter part of a summer. “Lillian waslike a second mother to me,” remembersJama, who now resides in PowderSprings, Georgia with her husband ofeighteen years and their two children,ages seventeen and twelve, both ofwhom inherited the horse-crazy genefrom their mother.

When Glenview’s Warlock was pur-chased in 1982, Jama discovered quicklythat “he was a very different horse. Ittook time for us to gel.” This horse wasanother that shattered the stereotype ofan “easy” Eq horse; says Jama, “Hewasn’t automatic. If you wanted him tolook his best, you had to figure himout.” However, she will tell you withloyalty to her old friend, “As far as fig-ures go, he was a genius. And he wasalways such a gentleman.” As a youngwoman Jama was known to read aloudthe posted workout to her partnerbefore a class. “My father used to teaseme about that,” she laughs.

More than one trainer will tell youthat Glenview’s Warlock could easilyhave been a three-gaited stake horse.“We had him for two years,” remarksLillian Shively, “and he was the kind ofhorse that could have won the LadiesWalk/Trot, or even been a stake horse.”Wisconsin trainer Scott Matton com-ments with conviction, “Glenview’s

Warlock wouldhave been a topstake contenderif the rules hadbeen differentback then.”

In 1982show ring rulesprohibitedGlenview’sWarlock fromcompeting in astake class asthe geldingwore an artifi-cial eye due toan injury suf-fered as ayoung horse.“He only worethe false eyewhen weshowed, and ittook muscle tohold it in.”Jama goes on totell the tale ofthe Champion -ship class inwhich, after agrueling weekof competition,her horse wasbeginning tofeel fatigued. “I remember being in thelineup with him, and his eye just fellright out of the socket. A handler camein and tried to re-insert it, but it justwouldn’t hold.” Keeping her composureatop the horse, the young woman heardher number called for the win. Todayshe’ll tell you with a grin in her voice,“We had to go the opposite direction for

the victory pass, so the missing eyewouldn’t show in the picture!”

Twenty-eight years later, the memoryof her journey with the horse still fillsJama with pride and gratitude. “I feelhonored to have been able to haveshown him,” she says, and surelyGlenview’s Warlock felt the same respectfor his rider.

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Magic Marauder1987 Triple Crown Winner

Mr. Magic Man X Ernestine Supreme by Valley View SupremeRider: Kate Harvey (Codeanne)

Breeder: Alvin Ruxer Farms, Jasper, INTrainer: Rob and Sarah Byers

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Respected breeder Bob Ruxer will tellyou, “Of all the hundreds of horses weraised and trained, Magic Marauderwas probably the most naturally giftedof all. I broke him to ride, and the veryfirst ride was just as balanced as the last;unlike most colts that have to learn toshift their center of gravity to carry arider, Marauder just could, and was aquick learner.”

Widely beloved trainer and instructorFran Crumpler heartily agrees withRuxer. “Of all the great Eq horses outthere, Magic Marauder was my dreamhorse,” she praises. “If he’d have beenin my barn, I’d have loved it!”

Rob and Sarah Byers, who trainedMagic Marauder at the time of his 1987triple crown win, felt humbled to havethe team of Kate Harvey and the horsecome to their barn the year before. SaysSarah, “When they came to us, they’dalready established themselves, and itwas like a blessing; these superstarsdropped into our laps!” She laughs, thenremarks about the gelding, “We justdidn’t want to break him!”

Of this well-loved Equitation horseSarah Byers had to say, “He was aworking horse in the true sense of theword. His job was very important tohim! He and Kate were so much alike;that horse was a perfectionist just likehis rider. They were meticulouslydetailed with their pattern work.”

Kate Harvey Codeanne, the perfec-tionist rider who rode him to the triplecrown, says that Magic Marauder to thisday remains one of her favorites of themany horses she has owned and showed.“He was unusual in that he had thedesire and heart to be a great showhorse; he was very game, but so bal-

anced that he was able to be precise inhis workouts. He did his patterns like athree-gaited horse.” Of the gelding’s per-sonality, she remarked, “If he thought hecould push you around, he would. Herespected the people that wouldn’t bepushovers. He was very smart, andwould always recognize the peoplethat’d been important in his life.”

Today Kate’s daughter Molly is fol-lowing in the footsteps of her family’sgenerations of horsewomen. With thegraceful riding ability that runs throughher veins, it is easy to imagine that shemay someday come to fully understandthe honor and recognition that hermother and Magic Marauder enjoytoday.




Breeder Bob Ruxer will tell you ofthis horse’s breeding, “You can see theMr. Magic Man/Valley View Supreme/Sultan bloodlines, typical of most horsesin our breeding program back then. Itwas a combination that produced goodtraining athletic horses that could com-pete in many disciplines and over manyyears.” He adds, “They could competeand stay at their peak for a long time,which might be a rarity today.”

Lillian Shively would wholeheartedlyagree with Ruxer’s statement. One StepAbove had the looks and the talent tocarry his rider to the triple crown. “Thishorse was beautiful, and fun to work,too. And he was solid - you could gothrough that gate and know he’d bethere for you.” A bright chestnut deckedout in lots of chrome, the horse consis-tently made the picture of a well-blend-ed team with rider Catherine Schuessler.Purchased as a junior horse from theDurants, Catherine remembers, “Hewas fine and composed and exceptional-ly elegant. Despite his sweet nature inthe stall, he had a motor and was achallenge to ride! He had a great mouth,very responsive, but be careful if youever took too much hold of him, if youwould hang on that bit, he’d turn up hisnose and canter around!”

The day of Catherine’s Medal Finalsin 1988 this grand gelding showed whatkind of heart the American Saddlebredtruly has; the night before and morningof the competition, One Step Above hadbeen treated for colic symptoms. “Thatmorning I realized he was a bit tiredduring the class, and after a morningand afternoon of pattern work, we werecalled for a two horse workout.” Thatsame afternoon, One Step Above andCatherine Schuessler became triplecrown winners. The young woman hadbeen unaware of the herculean effortsthe day before by Raymond and LillianShively, the DeLovely team, and theirveterinarians, to bring the gelding backfrom what may have been disaster.Looking back, Catherine says, “Thisremarkable animal had been ill and inspite of that gave me such an amazing

gift of winning theFinals that after-noon.” Her wordscarry the emotion ofher love for thehorse: “To thinkback these manyyears later of whathe did and accom-plished not only thatday, but during hisentire show career, istestimony to whyOne Step Abovedeserves the honorof CH status. A fit-ting tribute to thecourage, fortitudeand tenacity of mybeloved horse.”

Now working as a pathologist inAustin, Texas, Dr. Catherine McNeesecontinues to be involved in Saddlebreds.She has an amateur three-gaited horse aswell as an up-and-coming two-year-old.

Life keeps her so busy that she’s passedthe reins on to her sister to show hertraining horse in her stead, but it’s a safebet that Catherine won’t forget what todo when she gets in the saddle again.

One Step Above1988 Triple Crown Winner

Our Magic Memory X Lovely Laurie by Supreme Sultan

Rider: Catherine Schuessler (McNeese)Breeder: Alvin Ruxer Farms, Jasper, IN

Trainer: Lillian Shively

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Dr. Catherine (Schuessler) McNeese, along with Bridget McNeese and ASHA Director JimmyRobertson, at the reception honoring Triple Crown Equitation horses during the 2010 ASHASaddlebred Summit and Youth Conference.




It seemed in 1994 that fate was work-ing against Amanda Arrick. While shehad been highly successful in her ridingcareer the years prior to her Equitationtriple crown win as a student of LillianShively, she suffered the misfortune oflosing two horses in the months beforethe ride that added the then fifteen-year-old to the history books. “I didn’t knowwhat was going to happen,” Arrick,now 32, recalled during the receptionhonoring Equitation Triple Crownwinners during the annual Saddle bredSummit and Youth Conference.

After a time of horseless limbo, shejoined up with Callaway’s Will Gillen.“Others had tried him before and it wasn’t working out, so we got to look athim,” she recalled. Her parents initiallysaid they couldn’t make it work, butArrick wound up with a four-legged sur-prise on her 16th birthday. “If you askmost kids if they want a horse or a car,they’ll say car. I was all about the horseand still to this day, he’s the best presentI've ever received,” she said.

Trainer Lillian Shively said ofCallaway’s Will Gillen, “You could put

anyone on him and he’d make the pic-ture. Lots of people might back awayfrom a low-backed horse nowadays, butwhat a sin that would have been if noone had ever put the time into trainingthis grand horse!”

She makes a strong argument for theusefulness of those horses with lordosisthat nevertheless embody ability andattitude, as certainly the successful showcareers of riders Jill Brainard, AbbyChristofferson, and Alexandra Flynnwould have never been the same with-out Callaway’s Will Gillen.

Callaway’s Will Gillen1994 Triple Crown Winner

CHWill Shriver X Callaway’s Mollie Gillen by Kate’s ScoopRider: Amanda Arrick

Breeder: Callaway’s Hills Stable, Jefferson City, MOTrainer: Lillian Shively

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Left: Callaway’s Will Gillen and Amanda Arrick won the 1994 Triple Crown. Right: Amanda Arrick at the reception honoring Equitation TripleCrown champions at the 2010 Saddlebred Summit.




“Equitation is the least used division,and that is a problem with this indus-try,” says midwestern trainer ScottMatton, of Knollwood Farm. “TheEquitation riders of today are our verybest riders! You see amateur divisionsand it’s clear which of the competitorsnever learned to feel a horse.” Matton,who was instrumental in the collabora-tion to create the CH-E concept for Eqhorses, speaks from experience. Scottand wife Carol Matton’s riding programin Hartland, Wisconsin hosts over 200riding lessons per week, and each oftheir clients practices Equitation work,whether or not they compete in the divi-sion. The Knollwood riding philosophyof regular pattern work continually paysoff, even resulting in the 2001Equitation triple crown win by one oftheir riders. “CF First Light of Dawnwas one of the greatest Saddle Horsesthat ever lived,” Matton staunchlystates. “He was absolutely one of thesmartest horses I ever worked, and itreally wasn’t even work for him, it wasmore like fun.” He laughs and remarks,“We used to say that if he had toes, hecould drive the truck!” Of his sterlingrider Sarah Thorsden, he characterizesher as one of the brightest of his manystars. “She was an extremely athleticrider, and cerebral as well.”

CF First Light of Dawn first made aname for himself when he won the FineHarness Two-Year-Old Stallion/GeldingStake at the Kentucky State Fair withDebbie Foley at the whip. Before beingequitated the horse carried SarahThorsden to a thrilling win in a big fieldof Three-Gaited Junior Exhibitors (rid-ers 14 and under) at the Lexington Jr.League in 2000. Teamed with Sarah

under the direction of Knollwood Farm,the horse achieved the triple crown in2001 at the remarkably young age ofonly six years old. Trainer and instruc-tor Carol Matton said of the pair, “Theyliked each other after they learned eachother, and that helped them to excel.”

Excelling is exactly what SarahThorsden has done, in and out of thesaddle. This past month she became adoctor, having completed four years atNorthwestern in only three years. It isfitting that each part of this duo is nowbeing awarded some important letters infront of their names in recognition of

their accomplishments.After his triple crown win in

Equitation, the honor of piloting thisgrand gelding fell to sisters Alexandraand Gabriella Flynn, and later, MayaManilow, all of whom have achievedtop ribbons in Equitation, Three-GaitedShow Pleasure, or Three-GaitedCountry Pleasure. Several of today’s topriders and trainers will agree that CFFirst Light of Dawn has had his CH-Erecognition coming to him for sometime now. We applaud this horse, andthe people that have seen him throughto the top of his game.

CHCF First Light Of Dawn2001 Triple Crown Winner

CF First Night Out X Blythe Dawn’s Early Light by Moreland CommandRider: Sarah Thorsden

Breeder: Caughman Farms, Eastover, SCTrainer: Scott and Carol Matton

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“There are just not enough goodthings to say about this mare,” LillianShively will tell you about the lovely bayAmandari. “She was one of the mostversatile Eq horses we’ve ever trained; asa three-year-old she was very game. Ittook awhile to equitate her, but she wasworth the wait.”

The mare never lost her “game,” andtriple crown rider Betty Cox adds arro-gant to the horse’s description, but that’sa good thing. “The mare had so muchenergy and even when I didn’t feel confi-dent in myself, “Amy” was arrogantanyway; it was like she knew she wasgreat.” With an enthusiasm that bringsthe vision clear to one’s mind, Bettydescribes how the mare was “fast downthe straightaway and she could turn ona dime. My mom and I used to refer toher as my little sports car.”

Betty reflects fondly back upon herjourney to Equitation royalty. Growingup with Hall of Fame trainer CarterCox as a parent was a horse-crazy girl’sdream come true, but even so, her par-ents recognized her need to flourish in astreamlined Equitation environment, soshe soon entered the circle of friendswho shared summers at DeLovely.“Winning the triple crown was a greataccomplishment, but not to be over-shadowed by the times leading up toit,” Betty says. “Some of my favoritememories will always be the summers Ispent at DeLovely, sleeping in the bunkbeds at Mama Lil’s house, watching oldshow videos with Papa Raymond, tak-ing long drives in the infamous FourRunner, going to the drive-in movie the-ater and eating home cooked mealswith friends.”

Betty Cox eloquently reminds us that

the journey is more important than thegoal, and the people we meet along theway shape who we ultimately become.“Lillian was a unique coach and, as allof her riders will tell you, much more ofa mentor and friend than instructor. Shereally was and continues to be a guidinglight in my life, someone who I know Icould call if I was in a tight spot, needed

advice or just wanted to talk. Her storyis certainly inspiring but her daily workethic and ability to connect with eachrider is what makes her special. Shepushed me when I needed to be pushed— ‘Go out in the paddock and do figureeights until you can do a perfect one’was perhaps one of her more memorablelines — but also instilled confidence in

Amandari2003 and 2007 Triple Crown Winner

Supreme Heir X Glory Glory FVF by TitleistRiders: Betty Cox (2003) and Brittany McGinnis (2007)

Breeder: Jane Mueller, Decatur, ILTrainer: Lillian Shively

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Betty Cox and Amandari won the Equitation Triple Crown in 2003.




me by believing that I could accomplishanything, both in and out of the ring.”

Clearly Lillian Shively instilled in BettyCox a work ethic that has magnifiedimpressively. Last year Betty graduatedfrom Princeton and then moved toVietnam to work as the Advocacy andOutreach manager with a non-profitorganization for social welfare in Hanoi.Having worked there a year in June,Betty’s contract will end and she plans tohead back to the States in time to catch ahorse show and surround herself with theanimals and friends she so dearly loves.

Thanks to the generosity of friendslike the McGinnis family, Betty Cox wasable to lease Amandari at the time ofher triple crown win on the mare in2003, but before that she was able towatch the horse progress in her trainingfrom a young filly to a fully finishedEquitation horse. With gratitude Bettytells us, “The McGinnises graciouslyallowed me to lease the mare for my six-teen-year-old year, allowing me to devel-op a bond with the horse and withBrittany that was really special.”

She continues, “Brittany and I had alot of fun sharing her — she cheered meon and we developed a great friendship.She’s such a beautiful rider and humbleperson. I had fun watching her grow upat DeLovely.”

When the reins were passed toBrittany McGinnis, the mare was a bitmore settled in her patterns. Not thatBrittany wasn’t ready regardless, as, saysLillian Shively, “Brittany was the bestrider for all seasons and all reasons. She

is a very cool rider; you can put herunder pressure and she’s right there!”

The poised and elegant McGinnisshowed that trademark cool composureto win the 2007 triple crown in Equi -tation. The pair held the audience’s ado-ration throughout the season, and tothis day the name Amandari is synony-mous with the quintessential Eq horse.

Amandari was bred by the late JaneMueller of Decatur, Illinois. Jane was anaccomplished breeder, owner, andexhibitor of the American Saddlebred,and over the years owned numerouschampion horses, including co-owning

CHOnion, the 1994 and 1995 Five-Gaited World's Grand Champion, withCarl Fischer Jr. In 1995 Jane receivedthe honor of the ASHA Lurline RothSportsmanship Award for her indeliblecontributions to the breed. CertainlyJane Mueller is looking down upon thismare with pride and fondness.

Rumor is that this amazing mare will,at the close of her career, be honoredwith a Louisville retirement ceremony.The mare has worn the title of triplecrown in Equitation twice, so it’s onlyfitting that she have a retirement celebra-tion in Freedom Hall fit for a queen.

She was one ofthe most versatile

Eq horses we’ve ever trained;as a three-year-old she wasvery game. It took awhile toequitate her, but she was worththe wait.”

— Trainer Lillian Shively

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Photo by Howard Schatzberg

Amandari again won the Equitation Triple Crown in 2007, this time with Brittany McGinnis.




Minnesota breeder Romy Ackerbergsays of this superior Equitation gelding,“’Zodi’ was the first colt by our stallionand I knew he was special from the start.Like all of Trust Fund’s get, he was veryinquisitive, very smart, and never balked.He looked the part right from the begin-ning, but I wasn’t sure that he’d make anEq horse because he was so game.”

Kiss of the Zodiac matured into oneof the industry’s best Equitation horses,showing off his sire’s long-necked,chess piece head set and go-forwardshow horse elegance. However, onewouldn’t know from his serious showring performance what a character thehorse truly is; says former owner andtriple crown winner Faye Wuesthofen,“He’s a goofy horse, he always wantsto be involved in whatever you’redoing. But then when you go to workhe’s excited about what’s coming upnext in the pattern.”

Wuesthofen got her start at home inthe Midwest under the expert directionof trainers Marlene and Neva LaFleur.“Faye had the natural ability the minute

she got on a horse,” says Marlene of theyoung Wuesthofen. “She could ride any-thing; it didn’t matter if it was barebackor on a gaited horse. She would do what-ever you asked, and worked hard at it.”Neva adds, “She was a kid that wouldride eight days a week if she could.”

In 2009 her hard work paid off, whenWuesthofen set her sights on the triplecrown and moved to Kentucky to live anintense Equitation life for the year, underthe direction of Lillian Shively. Of hertrainer Wuesthofen says, “Lillian is aquiet person, and one of the kindest peo-ple I’ve ever known. She is the type ofperson that you can tell anything, andshe works really hard at keeping a goodteam atmosphere at the barn.” With asmile, she states one of the DeLovelybarn rules: “Raymond (Shively) alwaystells us before a class to leave our friend-ship hats at the in gate, but don’t forgetto pick them up on the way out.”

The future looks bright for thisyoung lady, who will attend StephensCollege in Missouri in the fall. Sheintends to continue her show career,

switching gears to the three and five-gaited divisions. The gelding that carriedher to the triple crown this past year isstarting a new chapter, too; forChristmas this past year, McGinnisreceived the surprise gift of Kiss of theZodiac for her 2010 Equitation mount.

Lillian Shively pays Ro & Me LLC ahigh compliment as a breeder when sheremarks of this gifted horse, “Kiss of theZodiac has the potential to becomeEquitation’s all-time great.”

The remarkable horses above embody the style, attitude,ability and versatility unique to the American Saddlebred. TheEquitation division has shrugged off the “pretty and easy” man-tle. More and more minds are opening to the benefits of learn-ing under a trainer who insists on regular exercise of Equitationbasics. But none can teach as well as the horses themselves, thepartner that cannot voice instruction, but time and again com-municates to its rider through feel and physical reaction, how tobetter ourselves in the saddle. As one trainer of a triple crownchampion team remarked, “There’s nothing in this sport thatwill thrill you and crush you as much as Equitation!”

The new CH-E title in Equitation bestows long overduehonor on the horses and credit to their breeders, trainersand of course riders. In addition to the new title, top Eq

horses will now have the opportunity to be inducted into anEquitation Horse Hall of Fame. This concept-in-the-makingwould grant an unbiased and immediate eligibility to horsesthat have earned fifteen points toward their championshipin Equitation, as well as those have achieved the triplecrown. Horses that have competed and won in past champi-onship classes will not be overlooked, as theirs will be con-sidered retroactive points and will count toward Hall ofFame eligibility.

Horses are very communicative animals, if one knows howto listen. Without words they tell us if they are excited,unhappy, unwell, or content. But if these and other Equitationshow ring stars could talk, surely they’d tip their elegantheads, roll their expressive eyes and say, “It’s about time!”

Kiss Of The Zodiac2009 Triple Crown Winner

Trust Fund X Shut Up and Kiss Me by CHCaramacRider: Faye WuesthofenBreeder: Ro & Me, LLC /

Romy Ackerberg, Montrose, MNTrainer: Lillian Shively

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World’s Champion 15-year-old Equitation

UPHA Senior Challenge Cup Reserve National Champion

Proud member of the 2010 U.S. World Cup Three-Gaited team

Owned by Nick and Melissa Maupin

Trained by Scott and Carol Matton, Knollwood Farm

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In 2009, Belle completed the show season undefeated in the 13 and under equitation division. A few of her triumphant wins include:

Kentucky State Fair Junior Equitation World Champions of ChampionsKentucky State Fair Junior Equitation World Champions — 13 and Under

American Royal UPHA Junior Saddle Seat National Champion

Owned by Belle Owen

Trained by Todd Miles, DeLovely Farm

Instructed by Lillian Shively, DeLovely Farm

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By Brice Carr

The topic slated for discussion atFriday’s third open forum wasSaddlebred Judging. Laurel Nelsonopened the discussion by welcomingthose in attendance, stating that shehoped the forum would provide anopportunity to “bring everyone togeth-er and enlighten everyone on some ofthe existing processes and procedures.”

Nelson then introduced ASHABoard member Chuck Herbert, ofIndiana, as the next speaker. Prior toHerbert’s introduction, he had distrib-uted hand-outs, each of whichdescribed the same hypothetical sce-narios taking place in a particularclass of a Saddlebred horse show,including descriptions of the perform-ances and behavior of the horses com-peting in the theoretical class.

The object of the activity was forthe participants to act as judges and list

Attendees Tackle How toImprove Saddlebred Judging

Judging Forum HeldWorking Toward Standardsfor Hunter and Western

Photo by Martin Tannen

Judges and officials at center ring at the 2009 World’s Championship Horse Show in Louisville, Kentucky.

By Laura Waldock

In the first open forum on Friday,ASHA President Judy Werner intro-duced a panel assembled to discuss twoof the American Saddlebred’s largest andfastest-growing divisions, Hunter andWestern. Having been involved with theSt. Louis National horse show since theinception of the Western and Hunterdivisions, Werner has witnessed thequality of the horses improve dramati-cally, as some are trained specifically forthese divisions from the start. Unfort -unately, Werner explained, it seems thereare some gray areas regarding the exactpresence that a Hunter or Western horseshould demonstrate.

Janet Thompson of Missouri, anaccomplished horsewoman of bothHunter and Western divisions, alsoaddressed this matter, and focused onthe fact that this is an issue that goes to

all stakeholders of this industry. “Itgoes to the trainers who are preparingthe horses for these divisions. It goes tothe exhibitors who are investing theirblood, sweat and tears, and to thejudges who are making the ultimatedecisions in the center of the ring whosometimes show themselves.”

The aforementioned panel consistedof ASHA Director and Hunter Com -mittee Chair Betsy Boone of NorthCarolina, Tom Thorpe of Illinois,Sandy Currier of Texas, and MikeArnston of Illinois, all of whom haveput a substantial number of horses inthe ring at St. Louis, and have reachedthe winner’s circle.

Thompson emphasized the impor-tance of riders understanding one ofthe most important questions to askthemselves before they enter the ring,“Have I prepared my horse enough

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for this judge?” It was not overlookedthat judging is opinion-based, but thepanel stressed that there must be astandard judging procedure that allsaddle horse judges must follow. Thebest way to begin is by examining theUSEF Rule Book.

Currier led with the examination ofthe Saddlebred Western Pleasure horsegait requirements, beginning with thewalk. A pleasure horse has typicalSaddlebred quality, style, and presence.Emphasis should be placed on a true, flatwalk that is flat footed, ground covering,and carried with a good attitude. Trans -itions from one gait to another should besmooth and effortless. The panel agreedthat they like to see a loose, relaxed, andcontrolled rein. Currier added, “TheWestern horse should be a horse of sub-stance, a large horse that can carry thesaddle and the rider.”

At the jog, judges are looking for aconsistent, steady, easy-riding and free-action movement. “The squareness ofthe jog is more important to me thananything else. I want to see a nicesquare, equal, supple in the bridle typeof jog. I don’t want a horse that ispulling on its bridle or walking in thefront or walking in the back when itshould be jogging,” Arnston explained.

Bill Marple, of Texas, made a pointabout the variations in speed amonghorses at the jog and how to judge whenyou have achieved a good pace. The gen-eral consensus was to examine both thehorse and rider. It may be that a horsemoves faster at the jog because he hasmore suspension, in which case therewould be no penalty. However, if therider is bouncing out of the saddle, orthe horse is going so slow that it beginsto walk behind, it’s a serious penalty.

When examining the extended trot,Boone looks underneath a horse. “Ifyou see a Western horse, if he did troton, he should be trotting on square,and fluid, with a good cadence. Youwant a horse that is as square at the jogas he is at the trot.”

A Western horse may not move onas quickly as a Hunter horse, but musthave an even two-beat rhythm jog, and

an even three-beat rhythmlope. The lope isto be an easy-riding, goodmotion, consis-tent, and steadygait to be penal-ized by goingtoo slow or toofast. Arnstonemphasized thathorses have tobe “relaxed intheir bridle, andthey have to beloping; theycan’t be cheatingbehind. Track -ing on the rail, Iwant them to berelaxed, and go straight down the rail,comfortable.” Boone added that thefour-beat canter is a major fault, and it’soften the horses doing the four-beat can-ter that are the ones also walking behindat the jog.

Again, this is related to restrainingyour horse to the point where he lacksimpulsion, most likely resulting in afour-beat lope, or uneven jog. Unfort -unately, what it looks like to the judge isthat horses are being ridden to the pointof being sore — from being overworkedto the point of exhaustion before theclass — even if that’s not the case.

When judging the back, the horseshould have proper flexion, be readilyresponsive, and back in a straight line.Currier went on to say, “A horse thatbalks, has a gaping mouth, or throwsits head is extremely offensive. It’s amajor fault.”

An interesting topic that arose wasthat of poorly fitted breastcollars. Thepanel expressed that loose-fitting breast-collars are distracting, and may actuallyaccentuate anything a horse is doingwrong, that may otherwise have goneunnoticed. Noted Thorpe, “It makeseverything less finished.”

Emphasis was also placed on therules for proper rein placement, anddeciphering between Rommel and split

rein handling. Arnston explained thatthe Rommel is a “wrapped rein that isattached, and you hold it in the loop. Asplit rein is two separate reins, and it’s alittle easier to use split reins on a horsethat isn’t comfortable with neck reining.You can almost direct rein with it, and itis legal to do so.” With split reins, youmay have one finger between the reins ifyou choose to do so, and you may usethem as a Rommel rein. However, if youare using your split reins as a Rommelrein, it is not permitted for you to slipany fingers between the reins.

It is crucial to clarify that it is forbid-den, and cause for elimination, if ridersdirect rein with their Rommel reins.Judges expect to see horses followingtheir riders’ cues by neck reining, as youare exhibiting in a Western class. Inaddition, the excess rein should fall onthe rider’s reining hand. If you are righthanded, the excess rein falls to the rightof the horse. If you are left handed, theexcess rein falls to the left of the horse.Barclay De Wet, of Kentucky, inquiredabout the rules on adjustment of excessrein for riders using Rommel reins.Thompson clarified that it is allowed to“adjust the excess by pulling the slackthrough your reining hand, but the ridermust be sure not to ever hold both reinswith both hands at any time. That

Photo courtesy 2010 USEF Rule Book — Saddlebred Division




would make for a large fault.” In addition, when using a Rommel

rein, the two should be held together likean ice cream cone. Don’t let your littlefinger sneak it! This is something thejudging panel sees more frequently thanone would think, and they will eliminateyou for it. If unsure of the rules, it is sug-gested to go back to the SaddlebredWestern section of the rule book andthoroughly examine all the criteria formaking the best performance.

Thorpe made an interesting andimportant point about cueing a horse infront of the cinch. He spoke of havingbeen approached at a show by a stew-ard and informed that it was illegal topat your horse in reward in front of thecinch after a good performance. This isan action often done without ever think-ing twice about it, but in this specificdiscipline riders must be very mindful.(This rule most likely stemmed from thereining horse discipline where riderswould spur their horses at the hip tomake them spin faster). The best way todetermine if you will be penalized is toapproach your judge before the class, orsimply pat your horse on the hipinstead. It was suggested that oneshould be especially mindful if the judgeis a strictly Western judge, as this rulewill be more commonplace.

Examination of the diagram showsacceptable head carriage in Figures 1 and2. One of the topics of controversy, espe-

cially for this division, is whether high-headed and long-necked Saddlebredsshould compete in the Western pleasuredivisions. While most typical Westernpleasure horses have a more relaxedheadset, a high-headed horse is not to bepenalized. As indicated by the diagram,the headsets in figure 1 and 2 both havea breakover where the forehead meetsthe vertical, so both are deemed accept-able. While the horse in figure 1 has amuch higher headset, both are to be con-sidered pleasant. It’s important to notethat most judges love the upright andforward moving Saddlebred Westernhorse, and thus, this is the goal.

Another topic of judging the Westernhorse is how the horse’s headset is relat-ed to the tension on the reins. AsCurrier explained, “We’re all comfort-able with a high-headed horse with hisnose in as long as there’s a soft drape tothat rein.” Thompson offered an exam-ple of a horse on the rail whose riderhas a good hold on that bridle and ischecking him a lot, with no slack in therein. Boone’s observation would be thatthe horse seems to be tied up. Arnstonadded, “Most of the time the people Isee that are monkeyin’ with the reins allthe time are the ones that look likeFigure No. 4. They aren’t using theirbridle, they’re banging on it. I don’t seea problem with using your bridle if theend result is what you want to get,”which, of course, is not Figure No. 4.Arnston made a point to say, “If you’readjusting the bridle, it should be formaintenance, to maintain the head car-riage,” not to destroy it.

Louise Gilliland, of California, intro-duced the topic of parade horse pres-ence. “A parade horse has a sharp mind,they’re drivin’ through on their haunch-es and they’re just pumpin’.” The rideris also able to direct rein, allowing thehorse to get that beautiful pumpingmotion. It was discussed that there be apush for more parade classes through-out the country, as they seem to be hav-ing a rebirth in California.

What Gilliland said she sees, moreoften than not, are horses in the Western

Pleasure classes that look so hot thatthey’ll explode to the ceiling if a pindrops, even though their riders are calmand collected. However, to some, it cer-tainly does not look like a horse thatwould be a pleasure to ride. As a result,there have actually been requests for suchentries to be penalized in Pleasure classes.

A brave exhibitor from California,Kevin Michael, provided a video of aWestern Pleasure class to help the judgesexpress their process of elimination toparticipants. This provided the opportu-nity for questions and concerns to beaddressed between trainers, exhibitors,and judges, and proved to be enlighten-ing for all industry participants. Forexample, a horse spooked at a few chil-dren along the rail, and recovered almostimmediately. It didn’t look pretty, buthorses are, after all, animals. Arnstonpointed out, “If he doesn’t react you losethat attentiveness you want in a showhorse.” The reaction wasn’t over exag-gerated, and the rider recovered quicklyon the rail, which is as it should be insuch situations.

The Hunter division seems to be amore uniform body type. The Hunterhorse should have a generally longerframe, a little bit more modern than theThoroughbred frame. Arnston stated hispreference is to see a Saddlebred Huntermove more like a Thoroughbred Hunterthan a Morgan Hunter, saying, “On aThoroughbred you have more fluidmotion, and the Hunters that I enjoyseeing in this breed are more fluid, ahorse that can truly extend its trot, andcan truly hand-gallop.” Horses abovethe vertical shall be penalized.Thompson added that if you’re riding ahorse that is behind the bridle, and hisback is hollowed out, he’s not looking -he can’t see the fence. “This is a divisionthat’s made for form and function,whether or not horses are put in the ringto go over a fence, it is a division that’sdesigned for them to go over a fence,”said Thompson. It’s important to visual-ize the purpose of the Hunter horse ascompared to a typical Saddlebred showhorse. Thorpe added, “Hunters travel

Photo by Brice Carr

Louise Gilliland addresses the crowd of atten-dees at the Saddlebred Judging Open Forum.




forward, not up and down.”Overbridling may be the underlying

issue in this case. De Wet has witnessedthat in some of the more country shows,flash nosebands and square saddle padsare used, although this is typically event-ing tack. “In Saddlebred Hunter classes,you can have a snaffle, you can have aPelham, you can even have a full bridle,but you need to have a short shank. Andyou need to pay attention to what you’reallowed to have, like the nice little saddlepad that only shows an inch around therim of your saddle, and make sure yourstuff is CLEAN! Try to make it classy, itis a beautiful class, the English attire isvery beautiful, and we have a beautifulhorse that can wear it really well,” saidDe Wet. Be sure to check out www.sad-dlebred.com for the appointments pam-phlet for the Hunter classes.

Another topic raised was that of qual-ity specimens prevailing in the show ring.Arnston stated his preference to see “aSaddlebred look like a Saddlebred.” Ifthere are two horses performing well in aclass, but one looks more like aSaddlebred, the Saddlebred-lookinghorse will prevail. Barbara Molland sug-gested examining old photos to help usdefine an image of the HunterSaddlebred, saying, “Look back at someof the images from the 18th and 19th cen-turies, paintings that were done byGeorge Stubbs, paintings that were sup-posedly Thoroughbreds in a Hunterframe. They look more the image ofwhat we want our Hunters to look like.”

Chuck Herbert, of Indiana, presenteda new questionnaire for the passing of anew rule allowing for college equestriansto give lessons while in school. The cur-rent rule essentially states that if one isreceiving remuneration in any way forgiving lessons, he or she is to be consid-ered a professional, and thus, must com-pete with other professionals. However,the new ruling would allow for riders incollege to be an exception to this rule.Additional details regarding this issuewill likely be forthcoming, as thechanges become more probable.

All things considered, the single most

important thing one can do to improvehis or her appearance — and that of thehorse — in the show ring is to examinethe USEF Rule Book sections on Westernand Hunter pleasure. Doing so will help

offer an understanding of not only howa horse should be presented to the judgein the most effective way possible, butwill also help determine the criteria bywhich horse and rider are to be judged.

WALK

JOG

LOPE

BACK

GENERAL

HALT

GOOD MINORFAULTS

MAJORFAULTS

Ground

covering,

flat footed,

good attitude

Easy riding,

free action,

consistent,

steady

Easy riding,

good motion,

consistent,

steady

Proper flexion,

readily

responsive,

back in

straight line

Smooth,

steady, easy

riding, proper

flexion and

balance,

good attitude

Standing

quietly

Slow,

disinterested,

not attentive

Too slow,

too fast

Too slow,

too fast

Hesitant,

not backing

straight

Over or under

flexion,

sour ears,

switching tail,

inconsistent

speed,

out of balance,

poll too high

or too low to

throw horse

out of balance,

improper or

incomplete

appointments

Fidgeting,

moving slightly

Nervous,

jogging not

walking

Not performing

a two-beat jog,

failing to jog

both front and

back, hard or

rough riding

Wrong lead,

pulling, not

performing a

three-beat

lope, hard or

rough riding

Throwing head,

gaping mouth;

pulling, not

backing; rearing

Throwing head,

bad mouth,

consistent

bump ing

of the bit,

gaping mouth,

bleeding

mouth,

kicking,

consistent

breaking of

gaits,

obvious

schooling

No halt

Two hands on reins

(exception:

snaffle/hackamore

horses), fingers

between closed

reins, more than

one finger

between split

reins, illegal

equipment, riding

with whip, lame-

ness, fall of horse

or rider, cueing

horse in front of

cinch

ELIMINATION

Courtesy 2010 USEF Rule Book — Saddlebred Division




the top four horses in order of how theyshould place, based on their respectiveperformances, as described on their hand-outs. After a few moments, Herbert said,“Reverse,” indicating this point in thehypothetical class, and then provided afew more moments for the “judges” inthe room to tie the class. A participantnear the back of the room, presumablyneeding more time to determine how totie his class, insisted that his theoreticalclass needed a workout, drawing light-hearted laughter from the room. The goalof the simple exercise was simply to givethose in attendance some perspective onthe role of judges in a show.

Herbert went on to discuss some ofthe standard operating procedures fol-lowed by judges at a competition,emphasizing the fact that each class isjudged on its own specifications. Hereminded those in attendance that whilea certain attribute of a horse’s perform-ance may be of great significance in oneclass, in a different class that sameattribute may be of less consequence.

Herbert also stated that while, ideally,judges’ cards for each specific classshould display the prioritized attributesfor that class, he makes it a habit tokeep an updated list with him just forreference, and recommended this as agenerally good practice.

Speaking next was Mary Smith,Director of Licensed Officials for theUnited States Equestrian Federation(USEF), who began by noting the inter-esting bit of trivia that Saddlebred three-gaited and five-gaited rules have existedin the USEF Rule Book since 1932.Smith went on to discuss the licensingprocess for USEF officials, issuing thereminder that a list of applicants forjudges’ licenses is generally published onthe USEF website six weeks prior toeach USEF Licensed OfficialsCommittee meeting, which take placethroughout the year, usually in January,April, and August or September. Sheadded that USEF members are encour-aged to view the list and offer input.Smith also stated that every USEF com-petition should announce the availability

of evaluation forms at the show. Theseforms are to be used by USEF membersto submit feedback about the perform-ance of the officials at the show. If anofficial receives three negative evalua-tions within a one-year period, Smithexplained, the Licensed OfficialsCommittee sends a letter to the official,to which the official is asked to respond.The Committee then evaluates the offi-cial’s response, and proceeds accordinglywith any resulting action, should anysuch action be warranted. Smith addedthat if multiple letters are sent from indi-vidual members of a single family, ormultiple closely associated entities,depending upon the circumstances, theyare generally counted as a single letterfor the purposes of counting toward thethree in a one-year period.

The next speaker, Chuck Walker, alsorepresented USEF, and spoke brieflyabout the organization’s educationefforts. Walker has been with USEF forabout six years, and currently serves asthe organization’s Director ofEducation. Among the education initia-

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2009 ASHA FEI, USDF All Breed and National Pleasure Awards

2009 FEI YEAR END AWARDSDISTANCE RIDING DIVISIONLimited DistanceSolitary LadyChampion – 148 milesOwner: Pratense Farm

Chatham, ILWhitehall’s Doctor JoeReserve Champion – 60 milesOwner: Lida Pinkham

Beech Grove, IN

Competitive TrailWhitehall’s Doctor JoeOwner: Lida Pinkham

Beech Grove, INFar Field Hustle TimeOwner: Carlos & Lisa Siderman

Malibu, CAAll The MoneyOwner: Carlos & Lisa Siderman

Malibu, CA

DRIVING DIVISIONCombined DrivingSingsationChampionOwner: Darryl & Janeene

Leifheit, Lexington, KY

Pleasure DrivingWindyways HerculesChampionOwner: Anne Marie Anderson

Lucknow, Ontario

DRESSAGE DIVISIONTraining LevelPratense’s RejoiceChampion; 62.4%Owner: Paula Briney

Chatham, ILManhattan’s ReviewReserve Champion; 60.8%Owner: Rebecca Babcock

Murrayville, GA

American’s InstigatorThird Place; 58.214%Owner: Caryl Stephens

High Springs, FLWinged Fox AgainFourth Place; 56.2%Owner: Lee & Joan Howard

Mocksville, NC

First LevelRegal HeirChampion; 62.4%Owner: Kate Fargo

Jacksonville, ILNew York City SlickerReserve Champion; 61.83%Owner: Jody Swimmer

Louisville, KY

Second LevelRegal HeirChampion; 61.465%Owner: Kate Fargo

Jacksonville, IL

Third LevelForty SomethingChampion; 57.323%Owner: Jody Swimmer

Louisville, KY

Prix St. GeorgesBriarpatch Farm’s Reba McIntyreChampion; 61.579%Owner: Patricia Borders

Woodstock, GA

DRESSAGE SPORT HORSE IN HANDBroodmares (4 and over)Mirassou PearlChampion; 15 pointsOwner: Rachel Alexander

Hamilton, OH

INTERNATIONAL DRESSAGECeltic ChampagneOwner: Lynn Jarvis

London, England

EVENTING DIVISIONStarterMirassou PearlChampionOwner: Rachel Alexander

Hamilton, OH

NoviceWinged Fox AgainChampionOwner: Lee & Joan Howard

Mocksville, NC




tives by USEF is a visit made every otheryear to William Woods University, locat-ed in Fulton, Missouri, to perform aSaddlebred live clinic. Walker said USEFis also working with the University ofFlorida to implement horse care coursesinto the curriculum. He said the simplestway to work with exhibitors is throughonline education, and that officials gen-erally use PowerPoint presentations,videos, graphics, or whatever means ofinstruction is available.

Next to address forum attendees wasASHA member Bill Whitley, who spokeabout the role of horse show managers.Whitley described the job of a horseshow manager as possibly the mostthankless job in the world, but one thatcould also be the most rewarding. “Itcan be difficult,” said Whitley, “becausethe show’s sponsor may sometimes pro-vide a limited budget, and if the sponsorisn’t making any money, there may be noshow at all.” He also encourages horseshow managers to begin preparation fortheir shows as early as possible. Horseshow managers are required to be SeniorMembers of USEF, Whitley remindedeveryone, and he went on to say thatthey, too, are USEF Licensed Officials,

and can be evaluated using the afore-mentioned evaluation forms as well.Whitley also mentioned that a showmanager may not serve as a judge at theshow for which he or she is the manager.

The question was raised regardinghow to best introduce a new class to ashow, and about adding classes in gener-al. World’s Championship Horse ShowManager Scarlett Mattson was asked toaddress this question, and said this can bea difficult thing to accomplish. “Adding aclass is difficult because it costs money,and often not enough people know aboutthe new class to get enough entries tomake it financially viable.”

Dr. Scott Bennett was the final speak-er to address the group, addressing suchtopics as the perception of problemswith the American Saddlebred breed, thecurrent economy’s impact on the indus-try, and the need for education amongthe public and experts alike. Bennettstated that even though some negativeaspects within the industry may not beissues at all, but simply perception, thatit can often be just as necessary toaddress the perception as well. He wenton to say that the Saddlebred industry isone driven by people with passion, so

there should be no shortage of hope thatthe industry can come out of this badeconomy with plenty of investors stillready to invest in the industry, which hesaid stands to show great gains.

On the subject of judging, Bennettmentioned that although a show crowdmay get behind a particular horse at acompetition, a judge may often tie itdown if it does not meet breed stan-dards, despite this crowd support, andcorrectly so.

Although a particular horse may be acrowd favorite, said Bennett, “The supe-rior horse is the horse that moves mostefficiently.” He went on to explain thateducation could be helpful, for both thepublic and experts, regarding the dis-tinction between gait abnormality andlameness. He also said that while thereis often confusion and lack of communi-cation regarding these issues, it is oftenbecause the sophistication of the breedhas increased over the years, and thatthe acceleration of the breed and thisincreased sophistication is a “goodproblem to have.”

Said Dr. Bennett, “Breed accelerationhas made it possible to breed the best tothe best.”

HUNTER DIVISIONAdult HunterWinged Fox AgainChampionOwner: Joan Howard

Mocksville, NC

JUMPER DIVISIONChildren’s/Adult Amateur JumperWinged Fox AgainChampionOwner: Joan Howard

Mocksville, NC

2009 USDF ALL BREEDSAWARDSTraining LevelPratense’s RejoiceChampion; 62.4%Owner: Paula Briney

Chatham, IL

Manhattan’s ReviewReserve Champion; 60.8%Owner: Rebecca Babcock

Murrayville, GA

MaterialeNew York City SlickerChampion; 67.1%Owner: Jody Swimmer

Louisville, KY

2009 NATIONAL PLEASUREAWARDSThree-Gaited Show Pleasure AdultCHTax Man — 46 pointsOwner: Jeff Councilman,

Roswell, GA

Three-Gaited Show PleasureJunior ExhibitorCHNew York Style —

40 pointsOwner: John & Sandy Ferreby,

Prospect, KY

Western Country PleasureWillie Angel — 40 pointsOwner: David Lopez,

Versailles, KY

Five-Gaited Show PleasureCHStonewall’s Stargate —

52 pointsOwner: Stefanie Lackey

Sanchez, Forest, VA

Show Pleasure DrivingCHTitleist Symbol —

33 pointsOwner: Sweet Pea Farm, LLC,

Acworth, GA

Country Pleasure DrivingCHCallaway’s Pretty Penny —

48 pointsOwner: Brown-Anderson

Farms, Ltd., Plainfield, IL

Hunter Country Pleasure

Rose of Windhaven — 16 points

Owner: Laura &/or Dorothy Logan &/or Katherine Krahenbuhl, Lee’s Summit, MO

Three-Gaited Country Pleasure AdultCHJessie Cole — 58 pointsOwner: James R. Dellinger, Jr.,

Cartersville, GA

Three-Gaited Country PleasureJunior ExhibitorCHUwharrie’s Patriot Sage —

30 pointsOwner: Tom &/or Patsy Plant,

Advance, NC

Callaway’s Winning Number — 30 points

Owner: Ever Glades Farm, Inc.,Kansas City, MO

Charter Club of the Year� American Saddlebred HorseAssociation of New Jersey� American Saddle HorseBreeder’s Futurity of Wisconsin

Castleman AwardRenee Biggins, Simpsonville, KY




2010 SaddlebredYouth Conference

By Ashley Biggins, Kara Bekebrede and Stephanie DiLuca

Field trips and fun marked the weekend forASHA’s incredible youth. Read on for the taleof their visits to award-winning horse farms,parties and more.

Photos by Sabrina Ball, Kaelynn Donnelly, Jodi Higdon and Paige Lawrence

Honored as 2009 Youth Clubs of the Year were theMighty Mallard Mustangs (above) and Tall Tails YouthClub (below).

The ASHA Youth Convention is atime for all Saddlebred riders to cometogether and celebrate our achievementsand the beautiful horse we ride. Welearn a lot, visit beautiful barns, andmeet some very influential people of theSaddlebred industry.

People from all over the countrycome together each year for this conven-tion. Our youth groups and yearbooksmay be very different, but our love ofthe Saddlebred is the same. Throughoutall the activities we do that weekend, thehigh-stepping and graceful AmericanSaddlebred brings us together. We maybe giving awards to each other, but weare always honoring our favorite horse,the Saddlebred.

The ASHA Youth Conference was agreat success this year. It started onFriday night with registration and apizza party. This also gave time for theyouth clubs to look at all of the won-derful yearbooks and get ideas for nextyear. The yearbooks looked fantastic,and all of the hard work put into thempaid off. Everyone then split up intogroups and went to the three roundtables. One of the round tables waswith Helen Robertson, who talkedabout the UPHA Ribbons of ServiceProgram. This program is a greatopportunity in which scholarshipmoney can be earned by youth showingin equitation classes, when they per-form community serviceand raise money for SaintJude’s Hospital.

A second round tablewas with nationallyrenowned judges Bret andSusi Day. This fascinatingcouple talked about thejudge’s perspective. Theyreminded the youth toremember what the judge isthinking and watching forwhile you are in the showring. In addition, they suggested for allthe youth competing in shows to orderthe handbook for judging, because itexplains exactly how judges wantexhibitors to show.

The third round table was withequine veterinarian Dr. Louis Johnson,who talked about the essentials of keep-

ing and caring for a healthyhorse. After the three roundtables, there was a danceparty for the youth. Thisgave everyone a chance tocatch up with old friends andhave some fun together!There were also some imagi-native cupcake decoratingand delicious desserts. Manyof the cupcake decorationsincluded horses, barns, andother ingenious designs only

the youth could create. On Saturday, the morning started

with the Youth Academy AwardsBreakfast. The bronze, silver, gold, andthe Academy Master Medal awards

Photos by Kaelynn Donnelly

Above: ASHA Youth enjoy the Friday evening Dance Party featuring “The Outrageous MusicMachine.” Bottom left: Morgan Mulligan, attending with the M.P. Saddlears, shows her“horsey” cupcake. Bottom right: Andrea Steponaitis, ASHA Youth Committee member, assistswith cupcake decorating.



Photo by Kaelynn Donnelly

were handed out to all the beamingyouth who participated in the Academyprogram. The Academy riders werethrilled with their achievements andeveryone had a picture taken. For therest of the day, the youth wore theirmedals around there necks, showing offtheir great success.

Once the awards had been given,everyone jumped onto the bus andheaded on the adventurous field trip.One of the barns was Nelson GreenStables, where we were greeted with ahuge banner welcoming us! Everyonehad the pleasure of meeting NelsonGreen and World’s Champion riderMerrill Murray. Nelson has been in hisbarn for twenty years and concentrateson young horses. The barn was aThoroughbred barn before he took itover. While we were there, we sawSarah Taylor ride. She is very talentedand won a gold medal in the 2006World Cup in South Africa. Bill Beckeralso gave the youth the good advice thata show horse is like an actor or actress;it wants to perform for the audience andmust like the attention to be a champi-on. We were told to cheer and makenoise so the young horses would getused to it. Their reaction determineswhether or not they will make it in theshow ring. The crowds were cheeringand clapping — it sounded just likeSaturday night at Louisville! JosieForbes challenged us with Saddlebredtrivia questions to win fabulous prizes.

Another barn we visited wasCarriage Lane Farm, where everyonegot to meet John and Tammie Conatser.While we were there, we got to competein the “Name the Foal” contest, andhave some delicious cookies and drinks.Kaeli McCarty, from Simpsonville,Kentucky, was the winner of the contest,with the name Picture Me Perfect. The$50.00 Target gift card prize was thendonated by Kaeli to Metzger’s CountryStore for their rescued animals that areup for adoption. Another great attrac-tion was their goat named Jeanette. Shewas originally a stall pet for the horseLynn, but when Lynn sold, Jeanette


The White Star Showstoppers proudly accept their Academy Award medals.

Photo by Jodi Higdon

Maggie McElroy, Alexis Fenger and Michaela Kratofil (Tall Tails) won Showmanship at Halter awards.


The Biggins Bridle Bunch receives the Youth Award for Club History.

Photo by Jodi Higdon

Merrill Murray meets with Tall Tails during the field trip where he joined Nelson Green for a visit.




stayed because she had already becomea part of the family. Jeanette was verypleasant and sure loved the attention.She even had a friendly head-butt for afew of those in attendance. In addition,Mr. Conatser rode a fabulous horse,League of Nations, that later became apicture perfect model for everyone tosnap tons of photos.

The third barn was Teater Stables,where we met Martin Teater and hisfamily. We were greeted at the door andwelcomed in for homemade treats andhot beverages. The Teater family notonly trains horses, but they also runTSE/Tattersalls sales company. It wasamazing to see the committed Teater

family who runs the sales and barn as asuccessful family business. Everyone hastheir specific tasks and loves what theydo. Ryan Teater gave us the history ofthe legendary Tattersalls sales, and wealso heard about some of the famoushorses that have been sold there. MartinTeater, along with Ed and Suzie Teater,talked to us about the farm and howthey run it. They also brought out oneof the young horses and Cydni Simmonsrode for us. It was remarkable to see agreat family so committed to promotingthe American Saddlebred and so thank-ful for the opportunity to contributetheir talents to the horse industry.

After the three barns, everyone went

ASHA SHOWMANSHIP AT HALTERHigh Point Regional

ChampionsRegion 5� Corie Jean Allen,

Kankakee, IL – 45 points� Allison Lapidus,

Glencoe, IL – 35 points� Melissa Sells, Bourbonnais,

IL – 26.5 points� Brianne Sells, Bourbonnais,

IL – 24.5 points� Alyssa Weddell,

Batavia, IL – 18 points� Alex Fischer, Elgin, IL –

12 points� Amanda Isoda,

Naperville, IL – 10 points

Region 6Cassidy Kelly, Waller, TX –

12 points

Region 8� Alexis Fenger, Lapeer, MI –

41 points� Maggie McElroy, Grand

Blanc, MI – 21 points� Michaela Kratofil, Grand

Blanc, MI – 17 points� James Damone, Grand

Blanc, MI – 17 points� Emmie Neu, Goodrich, MI –

16 points� Nicole Rodriguez, Grand

Blanc, MI – 10 points

National High Point ChampionCorie Jean Allen,

Kankakee, IL

ASHA YOUTH AWARD13 and Under Division Courtney Ball, Scottsdale, AZ14-20 DivisionHannah Vandeventer,

Scottsdale, AZ

ASHA YOUTH PHOTO CONTEST13 and Under DivisionKristen Stucker, Johnston, IA14-20 DivisionMelissa Smith, West Allis, WI

ASHA 2009 YOUTH CLUBAWARDSMembership M. P. Saddlears, Hastings, MNHistory � Biggins Bridle Bunch,

Simpsonville, KY� De Equus Stablemates,

Cato, WIMeetings and Programs � Mighty Mallard Mustangs,

Georgetown, KY � White Star Showstoppers,

Scottsdale, AZEducational Activities Tall Tails, Grand Blanc, MI

Community Service White Star Showstoppers,

Scottsdale, AZFund Raising� Rancho Del Martians,

Huntington Beach, CA� Winning Ways Whinnies,

Tomball, TXPromotions � Mighty Mallard Mustangs,

Georgetown, KY� Tall Tails, Grand Blanc, MIImagination of YearbookPresentationWhite Star Showstoppers,

Scottsdale, AZ

ASHA YOUTH CLUB RECOGNITION FOR FIRST-YEAR CLUBSMembership � High Caliber Hot Shots,

Kearnersville, NC

� Destiny Riders, Pleasant Hill, MO

Meetings and Programs Club Landmark, Oak Brook, ILFund Raising� Club Landmark,

Oak Brook, IL� High Caliber Hot Shots,

Kearnersville, NCPromotions � Club Landmark,

Oak Brook, IL

YOUTH CLUB OF THE YEAR� Tall Tails, Grand Blanc, MI � Mighty Mallard Mustangs,

Georgetown, KY

FRANK OGLETREE YOUTH AWARD

Amy Hein, Nashville, TN

2009 Youth Awards

Photos by Sara Pieper

Above: John Conatser shows League Of Nations to the youth on their visit to Carriage LaneFarm. Right: Last stop of the field trip: The Teaters bid us farewell!




to the historical Red Mile for a deliciouslunch of regional favorites that are lovedby all ages. We had the opportunity tolearn about The Red Mile and its majorevents. During lunch, the long awaitedyouth club awards were finally distrib-uted. Different youth clubs receivedawards for their incredible yearbooksand other youth club activities. Therewere two clubs awarded Youth Club ofthe Year this year, The Mighty MallardMustangs of Georgetown, Kentucky andTall Tails from Grand Blanc, Michigan.The youth clubs were very proud ofthemselves for their awards. It was alsointeresting to see the achievements ofother youth clubs, and what they did toreceive recognition.

After the luncheon, everyone returnedto the Marriott to visit the vendors andprepare for the Saddlebred Ball. The ven-dors had items for all different ages, andprovided a great shopping trip to multi-ple youths who also want to promotethe American Saddlebred.

The Saddlebred Ball and banquetprovided an elegant dinner with awardsand the Swingtime Big Band for dancingafterwards. Everyone was excited to seethe winners accept their awards withsuch joy and appreciation. The speechesthe award recipients gave were inspira-tional and enthusiastic. After all theawards and a great time, Sunday wasthe day to go home. Everyone had ablast over the weekend celebrating theirlove of the American Saddlebred andsure cannot wait until next year!

By Laura Waldock

For those who don’t knowCaroline Skinner, don’t let her soft-spoken demeanor fool you. There’s astory behind the generosityof this silent leader, andsponsor of the YouthLuncheon at the 2010 ASHAAnnual Convention andYouth Conference. For some-one who never aims toachieve recognition, she’sperhaps the most deservingof it in quite some time. “My parentsset a great example to give money toindustries that you love. So, I thoughtI would give money to an industrythat I love. It’s part of my family,”said Caroline.

The story behind her philanthropyis certainly worth noting. Carolinesaved up all her winnings for theentire 2009 show season to donate tothe ASHA Youth Luncheon. Shedonated an additional $200 from herChristmas money to the UPHARibbons of Service.

That’s not the end of it. Caroline’sMother, Judy Skinner, explained justhow deep this astounding youngwoman’s heart has gone to help oth-ers. “She knows from her father andmyself, you don’t give for the recogni-tion. You do it because it comes fromyour heart. That is the way God

wants you to give.”When Caroline had her 16th birth-

day party, over 120 friends and familygathered for a huge celebration. Many

people would subconsciouslythink, wow, that girl musthave gotten the mother lodeof presents! However, in placeof gifts, Caroline asked thather guests donate money toher high school to be used fora scholarship. She raised over$1,000 to create a scholar-

ship, not in her name, but in the nameof her graduating class. Judy contin-ued, “Ever since she was a little girlshe’s had an annual birthday party,and in lieu of presents, people wouldbring food for St. Vincent de Paul orthe food banks.”

One can only imagine what theworld would be like if there weremore people like this young lady.Lucky for us, she’s getting a chance towin hearts and influence the people ofWashington, D.C. this summer.Caroline will be trading her ridingsuits for business suits to participate inthe Congressional Leadership Summit.

When she’s not out changing theworld this season, you can findCaroline in the show ring with RoyalMessenger in the Show Pleasure divi-sion, or with Callaway’s Maverick inCountry Pleasure.

Meet Caroline Skinner: A Youth Sponsoring YouthAfter all the

awards and agreat time, Sunday was the dayto go home. Everyone had ablast over the weekend cele-brating their love of theAmerican Saddlebred and surecannot wait until next year!”

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CydniSimmons andPromiseKeeper duringthe visit toMartin TeaterStables.

Photo by Sara Pieper




ASHA expresses sincere gratitudeto our convention sponsors!

James & Misdee Miller, Hillcroft Farm

Paula F.Schmidt and Escalade Stable

Faye Wuesthofen & Glenmore Farms

The McNeese and Ray FamiliesBob Ruxer Foundation

HonoringTheresa Vonderschmitt

American Saddle Horse Breeders

Futurity ofWisconsin

The KipperFamily & Spring Acres Farm

The Arrick Family �Minna Hankin �Cronan Family � FEI Committee � David SandsKaye Bowles-Durnell �The McGinnis Sisters � Caroline Skinner

Pratense Farms & Paula Briney Training LLC � Ashland, The Henry Clay EstateGreen Street Stable � Bill and Mary Lynn Whitley � Ron & Therese Merwin

Missy Bennett �Sherry Morrow �Knollwood Farm (Scott & Carol Matton)Janet Danuser � Dr. and Mrs. Louis Johnson � Darryl Leifheit

Kentucky ImagesSpecializing in Equine Photography

Roy & JudyWerner

Little Lizzie’s Candy Company1-800-833-7377




2010 ASHA Individual Award Winners

Frank Ogletree Youth AwardAmy Hein

This year’s recipient of ASHA’sFrank Ogletree Youth Award is AmyHein, from Nashville, Tennessee. This

award honorsyouths who haveexhibited asportsmanlikeattitude through-out their showcareer.

Nomineesmust be activeASHA JuniorMembers whohave demonstrat-ed participationand achievementwithin the show

ring, exhibited positive personal charac-teristics, and served as true role modelsfor their peers.

Amy is the daughter of Dan andJeana Hein. By the age of 10, Amywas showing in 10 and Under Walk

and Trot Equitation, and quicklymoved up to the 13 and UnderCountry Pleasure division, winningsuch shows as Tampa Charity, JDMassey, Asheville, Eliz abeth town, BlueRidge Classic, and others.

Amy eventually gave up other activi-ties such as playing volleyball and soft-ball, to focus on her #1 passion, show-ing American Saddlebreds. After highschool, Amy plans to attend DavidLipscomb University in Nashville.

Here’s an excerpt from her Q&A onsaddlebred.com about how the Saddle -bred world can get more youth involved.

“The equitation division has theRibbons for Service scholarship pro-gram,” Hein says. “I think that’s a greatidea, and I think we should build onthat and have scholarships for morethan equitation in this industry.”

World’s Grand Championship RingMerrill Murray

Each year, the rider of the previous year’s Five-GaitedWorld’s Grand Champion is presented with a diamond ringhonoring his or her championship performance at theKentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show, heldannually at Freedom Hall in Louisville, Kentucky.

This year’s recipient of the World’s Grand ChampionshipRing was Merrill Murray, of Versailles, Kentucky. With hiswin at the 2009 World’s Championship Horse Show, Murrayhas now won the Five-Gaited World’s Grand Championshipon three separate occasions, atop three different horses: 1987with CHOur Golden Duchess, 2002 with CHSS Genuine, andin 2009 with Courageous Lord.

2009 Horse of the YearCHOur Charming Lady

CHOur Charming Lady repeat-ed as Three-Gaited World’sGrand Champion in 2009 andalso was the only SaddlebredTriple Crown winner in 2009.

With the American Royal win,she remained undefeated in 34consecutive classes, dating backto November 2006.

CHOur Charming Lady isowned by Jack and Donna Finchof North Carolina.

Visit saddlebred.com to read interviews in which the winners describe their favorite memories and more

Photos by Gayle Strickroot (above) and Jen Corcoran / E motion Photography (below)

The connections of CHOur Charming Lady receive the award.

ASHA YouthCommitee

ChairwomanGermaine

Johnson hugsAmy Hein,

recipient ofthe FrankOgletree

Youth Award.Photo by Gayle

Strickroot


Emcee Jimmy Robertson shares a moment with Merrill Murray.





This year’s recipient of the LurlineRoth Sportsmanship Award is TheresaVonderschmitt, of Jasper, Indiana. Therecipient of this award is chosen forhis or her sportsmanship and contri-butions to the breed. Attributes con-sidered are participation in ASHAprograms, support of ASHA, and con-tributions to ASHA ideals.

Since taking an interest in horses asan adult, Vonderschmitt has become askilled rider and avid exhibitor. Shebecame acquainted with the WilliamWoods University Equestrian programthrough Bob Ruxer, owner of RuxerFarms and lifelong friend of WWUEquestrian professor Gayle Lampe.Vonderschmitt has attended many ofLampe’s clinics, and serves on theWWU Board of Equest rian Visitors.She has established scholarships forWWU Equest rian Science majors inthe saddle seat concentration, toenable worthy students to fulfill theirpotential in the equestrian industry.They pay for tuition, room and board,and fees and books for two students.The scholarships support six students,with plans to add two more this fall.

A native of Japan, Vonderschmittdivides her time between her homes inIndiana and San Jose, California, withfrequent trips to Japan. She managesseveral limited partnerships and aportfolio of investments of more than200 companies, and serves on theboard of Japan Communications, Inc.,a mobile communications company.

Lurline Roth Sportsmanship AwardTheresa Vonderschmitt


Gordon JenkinsInternational Award

James and Jackie HaleYvonne Sohlberg

This year’s recipients of the GordonJenkins International Award areYvonne Sohlberg of Kalltorp, Sweden,and James and Jackie Hale, ofColumbiana, Alabama. This awardhonors a person or persons who havegone the extra mile to introduce andpromote the American Saddlebredhorse outside of the United States.

Sohlberg has been an ASHA mem-ber since 1993. She got her firstAmerican Saddlebred in 1995, andbegan breeding Saddlebreds in 1997.Sohlberg was introduced to the breedby Maria Lendau, who was the firstimporter of American Saddlebreds toSweden, and who, upon her retirementfrom breeding Saddlebreds, entrustedSohlberg with two of her best brood-mares, Top O’Hill Wing’s Ramblerand Preferable.

These two broodmares became thefoundation mares of Sohlberg’s Piaff/Sunhills breeding program. Since herinvolvement with American Saddle -breds, Sohlberg has worked to expandawareness of the breed in Sweden, andopen the eyes of Swedish riders to theSaddlebred as an exciting option insport horses, seeking buyers for her coltswho will campaign and utilize thembeyond the traditional gaited and saddleseat disciplines, with which Europeanscommonly associate the breed.

James and Jackie Hale were alsorecipients of the Gordon Jenkins

International Award, recognizing theirfrequent trips to Germany to spreadtheir love of the American Saddlebred.

James has been a professional trainerfor 25 years. He began exhibitingAmerican Saddlebreds at the age ofseven. Before opening his own businessin 1995, James worked as head trainerat Jones Valley Farm in Anni ston,Alabama, and Omega Farm inAnderson, South Carolina. At the ageof 22, he captured Reserve in theThree-Year-Old Five-Gaited Stallion/Gelding class with CHWall Street Week.James is a licensed United StatesEquestrian Federation (USEF) Judge,and an active member of the UnitedProfessional Horsemen’s Association(UPHA), where he serves as Chapter 8Chairman, and by whom he was namedHorseperson of the Year in 2006.

Jackie Hale began showing at the ageof eight, competing in and aroundAlabama. She returned to showing hors-es in 1990, exhibiting across the south-east and teaching riding lessons part-time. Jackie is also an active member ofUPHA, along with USEF and ASHA.She has served as ASHA’s Region 10Charter Club Council Representative,and as Secretary for UPHA Chapter 8,by whom she was also named Horse -person of the Year, in 2007.

The two have taught riding clinics inGermany in recent years and alsotrained young horses there. They havealso hosted numerous German visitors.The Germans are forming a World CupEquitation team in 2010 and have askedJackie to be their U.S. coach, an honorshe eagerly accepted.

Left: ASHA BoardFirst Vice PresidentVicki Gillenwater and2008 Gordon JenkinsAward Winner MartinGueldner congratu-late Jackie andJames Hale. Right:Winner YvonneSohlberg.

Photo at left by Gayle Strickroot, at right courtesy Yvonne Sohlberg


Recipients of scholarships funded byTheresa Vonderschmitt at William WoodsUniversity congratulate her on the award.




C.J. Cronan Sportsmanship Award

Fred SarverThis year’s recipient of the C.J.

Cronan Sportsmanship Award is FredSarver of Carlisle, Kentucky. The recipi-ent of this award is chosen for his or hersportsmanship and contributions to thebreed. Such attributes considered areparticipation in ASHA programs, sup-port of ASHA and contributions to theideals of ASHA.

Sarver has been a professional in theSaddlebred industry for over 25 years.He grew up in Bluefield, West Virginia,just across the border from a city of thesame name in Virginia, where Leather -wood Farm was located. Throughoutschool and college, Sarver found himself

attending shows andgrowing increasinglyinvolved in theSaddlebred industry.He began workingwith LeatherwoodFarm in the summer of1969, and for the mostpart, has been involved with the farmever since. A 1973 graduate of WestVirginia University, with a Bachelor ofScience in Animal Science, Sarver hasmanaged major horse farms since 1982,such as Callaway Hills Stable inJefferson City, Missouri, JonesMountainview Saddlebreds — Pied -montese, Inc. in Aroda, Virginia,Leatherwood Stud in Paris, Kentucky,and the aforementioned LeatherwoodFarm, in Bluefield, Virginia.

In addition to having developed rid-ing programs, a collegiate horseman-ship course, and a public stable,Sarver’s experience includes being aUPHA Director and Second VicePresident, American SaddlebredMuseum Director, Secretary and FirstVice President of the Board of Trustees,American Saddlebred Grand Nationalfounding member and past ExecutiveBoard Secretary, ASHA President,Treasurer, and member of ASHANominating, Registry and FinanceCommittees. Among other activities,Sarver currently serves on the KentuckyState Fair Board, as Director in chargeof the World’s Championship HorseShow, as well as the Board of Directorsfor USEF and the Kentucky EquineEducation Program.

Meritorious Service AwardKay Richardson

This year’s recipient ofthe ASHA MeritoriousService Award is KayRichardson, of Bloom -ington, Illinois. Thisaward is given to a per-son for his or her contri-butions to ASHA onalmost all levels over asignificant period of time.

Born in Ohio, andraised in Chicago, shewas introduced to the American Saddlebred by working at alocal stable as a teenager. As a mother of four, Richardson hasa passion for youth, and served two terms as an ASHADirector, also serving as Chair of the ASHA Youth Committee,ASHA Scholarship Committee and Youth Auction Committee.

Under her leadership, ASHA has developed multiple youthprograms, including Junior Judging, Academy Awards, andSaddle Time. She also worked to establish the ASHA YouthConference and helped to increase ASHA Scholarships from$1,000 to $5,000. A graduate of both Western IllinoisUniversity, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Education, andSt. Francis School of Nursing, Richardson spent 18 years ascharge nurse in a neuro science critical care center in Peoria,Illinois. In 2001 she assumed responsibility of managing herfamily’s business, Tool and Die Manufacturing Company. Sheis a Life Member of ASHA and USEF, a member of IllinoisAmerican Saddlebred Pleasure Horse Association, and formerboard member of the National Championship Pleasure Show.

2009 Breeders of the YearCallaway Hills Stable

Kathy Capsuto-WalkerThe ASHA 2009 Breeder of the Year was awarded to both

Callaway Hills Stable and Kathy Capsuto-Walker. Recipientsof this award are based on a statistical analysis of their suc-cessful show performance during the entire competition year,relying on records produced by the American SaddlebredRegistry. Based on such criteria as number of finishes placingin first, second, and third; number of places total, and the per-centage of these from the total number of entries per breederin USEF competitions in 2009, Callaway Hills Stable andKathy Capsuto-Walker were determined to be the most suc-cessful overall for the 2009 competition year.



Kay Richardson congratulated by ASHAboard members Vicki Gillen water, left,and Germaine Johnson, right.


Tony Weldon, center left, and Kathy Capsuto-Walker, center right, areawarded the 2009 Breeder of the Year awards.




Paul and DorothyGillenwater Family Award

Raymond Bible FamilyThis year’s recipient of the Paul and

Dorothy Gillenwater Family Award wasthe Raymond Bible Family of Morris -town, Tennessee. This award recognizesthe American Saddlebred as the idealfamily breed, with a suitable horse andcompetition division for participation byeach member of a family. The honoreesare recognized for their sportsmanshipand dedication as an entire family to theadvancement of Saddlebreds, as ama-teurs and purely for the love of thesport, whether for recreation, competi-tion, breeding or otherwise.

The Bible Family have been involvedin building the horse industry for morethan 40 years, as owners, exhibitors,show managers, ringmasters, teachersand facility providers in their homearea. Ray and Barbara Bible havehelped manage horse shows in Morris -town, Tennessee for more than 25 years,and their donation made possible thebuilding of the “Ray and Barbara BibleEquestrian Complex” at the WaltersState Community College SmokyMountain Expo Center.

Kathryn Bible Moore teaches ridingat Bridle Path Farm in Morristown, andher children, Ashley and Allison, haveboth won at Louisville, with Allison

winning in 1999 in the Juvenile RoadPony Under Saddle Championship atopCrew Chief, and again in 2006 in theYouth Roadster to Bike Championshipdriving Here Comes Billy. In 2000, hersister Ashley won the first Youth Road -ster to Bike class, driving Delorenzo.

Ray Bible grew up on a farmadjoined to another farm, whose own-ers showed Saddlebreds. When theirdaughters began riding, it was on

American Saddlebreds, even thoughTennessee Walkers were the most com-mon breed in the area. The Ray andBarbara Bible Equestrian Complex fea-tures a total of 408 horse stalls and abrand new 22,000 square foot coveredwarm up ring. Thanks to the BibleFamily’s generosity, the Expo Centerwas able to expand its equestrian facili-ties to accommodate larger horse showsand livestock exhibits.

Breeders’ Hall of FameJames W. Orr

Inducted into the Breeders’ Hall ofFame this year was James W. Orr ofLee’s Summit, Missouri. Inductees intothe ASHA Breeders’ Hall of Fame arebreeders who over a lifetime haveshown or proven serious interest in bet-terment for the breed, consistentlyshown improvement and eagerness tolearn, exhibited good sportsmanshipand good horsemanship, demonstratedlong-term interest, had success withmore than one horse, have reached apinnacle of success, and have unselfishly

given to others, encouraging otherbreeders in an effort to better the breed.

Here’s an excerpt from his Q&A onsaddlebred.com about what motivatedhim to get into Saddlebreds:

“My daughter. I fell in love with theAmerican Saddlebred maybe even morethan she did. She started riding when shewas nine years old, and was motivated byher mother taking her to a little ridingclinic.” Orr identified his favoriteSaddlebred memory as “My daughterwinning the UPHA Chapter V Three-Gaited Amateur Championship whenshe was 18, riding a horse calledHighland Commander.”




ASHA President Judy Werner congratulatesJames W. Orr.




Lifetime Achievement AwardRedd Crabtree

This year’s recipient of the ASHA Lifetime AchievementAward is Redd Crabtree of Simpsonville, Kentucky. Thisaward honors a person for his or her lifelong contributions tothe Saddlebred industry, dedication to the improvement of thebreed, and support of ASHA.

Redd Crabtree has served as President of UPHA, was alongtime Director of ASHA, holding the offices of Secretary

and Vice President. He has also been a member of theSaddlebred Committee of the American Horse ShowsAssociation (AHSA), and an American Horse ShowsAssociation Judge. Crabtree has served as Chairman of theKentucky Horse Council, served on the advisory board of theKentucky Horse Park, and served as advisor to the World’sChampionship Horse Show.

Redd learned the basics about Saddlebreds from his par-ents, Charles and Helen Crabtree, and went from Arkansas toRock Creek Riding Club, then apprenticed with the masterLee Roby in Tulsa, Oklahoma. After taking on positions atsuch places as the Tampa Yacht Club Stables in Tampa,Florida, Blue Lakes Farm in Newbury, Ohio, Plainview Farmin Louisville, Kentucky, and Greystone Manor Farm inLancaster, Pennsylvania, Crabtree returned to Crabtree Farms,Inc., in Simpsonville, Kentucky.

Among the countless outstanding performers he has shownor put into the show ring, are CHWill Shriver and CHCora’sTime, both of which Crabtree himself was aboard when eachof them won the Five-Gaited World’s Grand Championship,the former in 1976, and the latter in 1978. More recently was(SA) Zovoorbij Commander In Chief, winner of the 1997Five-Gaited World’s Grand Championship.

Here’s an excerpt from his Q&A on saddlebred.com abouthis favorite Saddlebred memory and the best advice he received.

Favorite memory: “That our farm produced, five Two-Year-Old Five-Gaited Louisville winners: Yorktown, BurningTrees Good Omen, Dow Jones, Great Big Country and Swish.All were developed here. Also, Supreme Heir, the Two-Year-Old Three-Gaited winner. And New Yorker, HarlemGlobetrotter, Belle Elegant and Warlock were all bred with ourdirection and developed by us.”

Best advice ever received: “Do not train a bad horse. Ihaven’t followed that advice very well. Most of us are judgedby the good horses we have had, but in reality our best workis done making less talented horses useful.”

Wing Commander MedalFern Bittner

This year’s recipient of the WingCommander Medal is Fern Bittner ofSaint Charles, Missouri. Individualsreceive this honor for demonstratingoutstanding service to ASHA and thebreed through their dedication, andhaving attracted interest in the highestquality show horses of the breed,thereby contributing to advancing thepopularity of American Saddlebreds tothe public.

After attending Stephens College,

Bittner also attended LindenwoodCollege, where she obtained aBachelor’s degree in Physical Education.Subsequent to graduating, Bittnerremained with Lindenwood, teachingriding, and serving as Director ofHorsemanship for more than 20 years.When the riding program at Linden -wood College eventually closed, shebegan managing horse shows, some ofwhich included the Missouri State Fair,Kansas National Charity, Pin OakCharity, and World’s ChampionshipHorse Show, to name a few.









There are only a handful of horse-men who come to mind when discussingan entire lifetime of achievement in thehorse industry. Without hesitation, oneman who comes to mind for many peo-ple is Redd Crabtree, of Crabtree Farmsin Simpsonville, Kentucky.

Adopted into the Crabtree horse fra-ternity at a very young age, Redd wasn’t

exactly sure that working in the horseindustry was something he wanted outof life. “I wasn’t sure I wanted to be atrainer until I was sure I could be suc-cessful. Success was seductive to me.”Surely an aid in the degree of his successwas the fact that he was consistently toldby others that he indeed was a very tal-ented horseman. With the support of his

family, along with countless other horsetrainers such as Lloyd Teater, Garlandand Frank Bradshaw, and Lee Shipman,Redd was well on his way to becomingthe distinguished horseman he is today.

Growing up on the farm oncedubbed by Sports Illustrated as “Themost successful stable of its kind,” nodoubt played a role in his tremendous

Redd CrabtreeASHA’s 2010 Lifetime Achievement Honoree

Top left photo by Sargent, others courtesy Redd Crabtree

Above left: Redd Crabtree being inducted into the Kentucky State Fair Hall of Fame in 1993. Above right: Redd and clients at the Kentucky StateFair. Bottom left: Randi Wightman with Redd. Bottom right: Redd embraces his mother, Helen Crabtree.

BY LAURA WALDOCK

There are only a handful ofhorsemen who come to mind whendiscussing an entire lifetime ofachievement in the horse industry.Without hesitation, one man whocomes to mind for many people isRedd Crabtree, of Crabtree Farmsin Simpsonville, Kentucky.




success. Redd’s mother, Helen Crabtree,had an uncanny ability to aid riders inachieving incredible things, taking themfrom first-time riders to World’s Champ -ions. Redd’s father, Charles, had anincredible knack for breeding, whichlaid the foundation for establishingCrabtree Farms as a successful breedingfarm. Take a look at some of the note-worthy stallions that came out ofCrabtree Farms; CHYorktown, HarlemGlobetrotter, Denmark’s BourbonGenius, and New Yorker. Add to thatlist Supreme Heir, shown victoriously byCrabtree in the 1982 Two-Year-OldThree-Gaited Championship, then againin the Three-Year-Old Three-GaitedChampionship the following year, andyou have a phenomenally successfulhorse training and breeding operation.

Being raised by Helen, herself an

ambassador of Saddle Seat Equitation,and Charles, world renowned horsebreeder and trainer, one might thinkRedd was set for a comfortable life inthe Saddlebred industry. Maybe he was,maybe he wasn’t, but it would be a mis-take to think for a second that he didn’twork hard to get to where he is today.

Redd recalls, “One of my first memo-ries was of my first really nice five-gaitedmare, Twilight Walk. Mom bought herfrom Jean McLean Davis.” Redd alsorecalled working with a chestnut marenamed Fairview’s Blanchita, a three-gait-ed horse owned by Joe Greathouse.According to Redd, the success he hadwith Fairview’s Blanchita, along with theencouragement of being told by mentorsand friends that he indeed had a talentfor working with horses, “Gave me theconfidence to feel like I could be a suc-cessful horse trainer.”

Redd lists several individuals as signif-icant contributors to his success over theyears, citing such recognizable names asFritz Jordan, Lee Shipman, Tom andDonna Moore, Mitch Clark, DonHarris, and Earl and Lloyd Teater. Reddrecalled his first job as a trainer atGregnon Farm in Collierville, Tennessee,working there for five years before hisnext stop at Rock Creek Riding Club,where he trained along with his parentsfrom 1953 to 1957. While at RockCreek, the Crabtree family was in the

process of purchasing the land thatwould become the now famous CrabtreeFarms in Simpsonville, Kentucky.

“The thing I always wanted wasrespect, and I knew I’d have to earn it. Iknow it’s never given or granted — it’searned. I always wanted my family andemployees to see that through my workethic and the time I spend at the farm.”A long time ago, R.C. Tway, owner ofPlainview Farm in Louisville, Kentucky,and owner of world class horses, want-ed to hire Redd, but Redd didn’t thinkhe was ready. “I waited four years towork for R.C., it was going to be myfirst private job, and I wanted to makesure he respected me first.”

Though Redd is certainly not a manyou would describe to anyone as pride-ful, you can see in his eyes how proud heis of the accomplishments of the manyhorses bred and raised under the care ofCrabtree Farms. They includeCHYorktown, Burning Tree’s GoodOmen, Dow Jones, Burning Tree’s BigCountry, and Swish, just to name a few.Then add Supreme Heir, New Yorker,Harlem Globetrotter, CHBelle Elegant,and CHGlenview’s Warlock, and it placesthe Crabtrees in a pretty significant placein this industry for having bred, raised,developed, and sold these phenomenalhorses. At one point in time, Redd wasthe only living horse trainer who couldclaim three Five-Gaited World’s Grand

Top photo courtesy Redd Crabtree, bottom photo by Jamie Donaldson

Above: A family photo shows Redd’s father, Charles; mother, Helen; wife, Nancy; daughters Anne and Susan, and Redd. Below: Redd withWorld’s Grand Champion CHWill Shriver.




Champions — CHWill Shriver in 1976,CHCora’s Time in 1978, and (SA)Zovooribij Commander in Chief in 1997.

ASHA President Judy Werner said ofRedd, “I don’t know anyone who ismore deserving of this award. Reddgives so much time, energy, and knowl-edge to the Saddlebred world and theAssociation. I’ve decided Redd must notsleep.” Barclay De Wet, of Paris,Kentucky, and a client of Redd’s for sev-eral years, expressed her fondness forRedd in front of nearly 500 people atASHA’s Annual Saddlebred Ball. In anarticle published by the Sentinel News,in Shelbyville, Kentucky De Wet wasquoted as saying, “He [Crabtree] hasbeen very steadfast about the AmericanSaddlebred breed and its future and thatit goes forward in the right direction,that all the things our forefathers setforth in our association, those ideas areupheld. It’s rare that you find people likethat. It’s something his parents instilledin him. He has taught each of us as cus-tomers to think in that way. Each of usfeels our duty.”

Fred Sarver, of Cornerstone Farm inCarlisle, Kentucky, expressed, “ReddCrabtree defines friendship. What he hasaccomplished as a horse trainer is trulyremarkable. But what he has accom-plished in life is even more remarkable.From humble beginnings to becoming aworld class horse trainer is incredible. His

loyalty to friends is steadfast and his loy-alty to his family and Nancy is even moreso.” Redd’s son, Casey, agrees. “He’sbeen a great help and influence on mylife. I haven’t seen anybody more dedicat-ed to his family and his profession.”

One look at Crabtree and one cansurely see the reason for his vigor … heis fit! Redd has always been very sensi-ble about his health. As he says,“Exercise is the fountain of youth!”

There’s a funny story along thoselines, shared by dear friend, Tony Wel donof Callaway Hills Farm. She recalls anexperience with Crabtree at the Amer icanRoyal horse show, saying “I wasn’t sureif he worked horses after evening sessionor early morning. I’ve awakened enoughhorse trainers in the afternoon during ashow and hesitate regarding the best timeto call. So, I called his son Casey and

asked if Dad is napping.” Caseyexplained, “No, he’s out taking a longwalk.” When Weldon asked Casey if hehadn’t wanted to accompany Redd onthe walk, Casey responded with “Hellno, would you be up for a long walk inKansas City today?” Weldon replied sim-ply, “Nope, will call back.” Upon callingback again the next day, Redd actuallyanswered, and Weldon asked if he wasbusy. “Well,” Redd said, “I’m on theStairmaster, can you call me back in abit?” to which Weldon said, ”Sure, about15 minutes?” “No,” Redd instructed,“give me 45, I always do an hour.”

In the “middle of his career,” asRedd referred to his current status, inhis 70s, it’s no wonder Redd has beenable to maintain the same quality ofshow horses Crabtree Farms has pro-duced throughout the years. His son,

Photos courtesy Redd Crabtree

Above: Redd with his mother, Helen; father, Charlie; and wife, Nancy. Below: 1976 World’s Grand Champion CHWill Shriver and 1978 World’sGrand Champion CHCora’s Time.




Casey, expressed, “From watching himtrain horses my whole life, he says he’s‘slowing down,’ but I think he’s gettingmore good out of his horses now thanhe was then. Maybe it’s because he hasfewer horses, but he’s certainly beenable to adapt.”

Some words from the wise Mr.Crabtree: “Don’t ever train a bad horsebecause you’ll be known as a bad horsetrainer! I don’t have that luxury, asmany of us don’t today. It’s such a hardjob making a success out of this busi-ness. People bring these horses andexpect you to make something of it. Ithink we’re given too much credit fortraining “good” horses and not enoughfor training the “bad” ones. In reality,our best work is done making less tal-ented horses useful.” Redd says he getsto the barn at the same time every day.“Horses learn by routine, and there isno substitute for routine. We all haveour quirks and beliefs. Fritz Jordan putit a great way, ‘We’re all doing the samething, we’re just doing it differently,’”quoted Redd. A horse trainer’s job is toget his or her horses to be the best theycan be, and Redd recognizes that everyhorse is different. “We try to do thesame thing as much as we can for everyhorse, but each horse is an individual,and has individual needs.”

Perhaps a great deal of Redd’s suc-cess in this industry is not only due to

his immense love of the Saddlebredhorse, but also his steadfast faith in agreater power. “I owe an awful lot ofthanks to an awful lot of horses. Godsaw fit to give me a nice horse from thevery beginning that I could train. Thatdoesn’t happen to everybody. I’ve beenso blessed.”

Redd is also thankful for the supportof his wife of 50 years, Nancy. “God,and Martha and Paul Reister, gave memy perfect mate. She has always beenrigorously honest and very spirituallyaware of all things that affect our fami-ly. Her beauty was what attracted me toher — she looked like the model for theBarbie doll. Her depth of character iswhat has held my love and admirationfor 50 years.

“She has more good friends than any-one I have ever seen. All our customersdo and always have adored her. Nancydoes all our bookwork and record-keep-ing, and most of our financial transac-tions, as well as being the caregiver forour daughters Anne and Susan. She isCasey’s great confidant, and it’s a thingof beauty to see them interact.

“I guess if I had to define Nancy, Iwould say, personally, she has returnedmy love and admiration a thousandtimes over every day since May 17,1960, and for that, I am eternally grate-ful. She’s the most compassionate indi-vidual I have ever known, and to define

her would be to limit her because shewill do good things for others, always."

Whether thanking his wife Nancy, orthe countless others cited as contributorsto his success throughout the years,Redd is quick to acknowledge that hissuccess was not achieved on his own.Even so, such success would also nothave been possible without his owndetermination, hard work, and continu-ous desire to improve. It is these attrib-utes, as well as his lifelong contribu-tions to the Saddlebred industry, dedica-tion to the improvement of the breed,and support of the American SaddlebredHorse Association that make him ashining example of success in theSaddlebred industry, and a perfectly suit-able recipient of ASHA’s 2010 LifetimeAchievement Award.

Top left photo courtesy Redd Crabtree, top right photo by Gayle Strickroot, bottom photo by Jamie Donaldson

Top left: Helen, Redd and Charlie Crabtree. Top right: Nancy and Redd Crabtree at the 2010 Saddlebred Summit and Youth Conference. Below: Redd Crabtree and CHStarlike Sultan.


By Susan Vine

You have a fabulous AmericanSaddlebred horse. He’s athletic, he’s ele-gant, he’s powerful and he steps out, asmy father used to say, with “somewhereto go.” He loves the trails and stepseagerly into a creek. He eyes a planerolling from one edge of the sky to theother. He can go and go seemingly for-ever. Outside and out front is where hewants to be. He wants to be a competi-tive trail horse, so he sent his owner tothe Charter Club Workshop in Lexing -ton, Kentucky on February 18, 2010.

As Charter Club Council Chair, Iintroduced Vice Chair Carol Reedy, fol-lowed by FEI Committee Chair JanetThompson, who spoke about opportu-nities for collaboration between CharterClubs and the FEI Committee. Janetand I have committed to join forces toidentify Saddlebred owners across thecountry who are using their horses invarious disciplines. We have also com-mitted to work together to support andpromote the American Saddlebred inevery possible way.

Next up were our ambassadors, whowill be helping to build bridges to manydisciplines in which Saddlebreds areincreasingly involved. If you wanted aneducation about some of the many waysyou can use your American Saddlebred,the Workshop was the place to be.

Lisa Siderman explained the differ-ence between Competitive Trail (25-35miles) and Endurance/Limited Distance(25-100 miles) events. In CompetitiveTrail the winner is the horse-and-riderteam finishing with the most points. Forthe horse, the point criteria are fitnessand manners; for the rider it’s horse-manship. An Endurance event is astraight-out race. Saddlebreds excel dueto their ground-covering strides, thin

skin that allows heat to dissipate, andlong lean muscles suitable for long dis-tance races with little lactic buildup.Lisa pointed out that until 2008, therecord holder for most trail miles loggedwas the extraordinary Wing Tempo, agrandson of Wing Commander stillgoing strong at age 32.

Betsy Boone, our lively ambassadorfor Saddleseat, Fine Harness, andPleasure Driving, outlined some of theways to introduce people to Saddlebredsat the grassroots level, including acade-my riding programs, clinics, andAmateur/Owner/Trainer (AOT) clubs.Betsy’s Boone Farm stable is active inthe ASHA Academy Award program foryouth and adults, as are many stables inthe Carolinas that are strong in intro-ducing youngsters to Saddlebreds. KathyDunn stepped in to give an interestinghistory of saddleseat riding and the LaneFox or cutback saddle.

Paula Briney consistently wins end-of-year awards from ASHA and USDFfor her Saddlebreds’ performance inDressage. Paula offered an overview ofthe levels and judging criteria in theDressage discipline, and said that

Dressage demands quality horses. Shesaid the American Saddlebred’s athleti-cism, uphill build, loft, ability to collect,and drive off its hocks make it a naturalfor the Dressage discipline. Some saythat the current Dressage trend towardlighter, finer horses will bring furtheradvantage to the Saddlebred in thisdemanding discipline.

Darryl Leifheit educated us about thesport of the Combined Driving Event(CDE), which takes place over threedays. Day one consists of DrivenDressage (judged as a percentage of per-fection). Day two is Cross-CountryMarathon (advancing through multiplehazards in the shortest time with thefewest penalties). Day three presents thechallenge of maneuvering through cones(a timed threading through narrow pairsof cones). The basic categories of com-petition are Single — one horse (orpony); Pairs — two horses, side by side;Tandem — two horses, one in front ofthe other; and Teams — two pairs, onein front of the other. Darryl guessed thatmiddle-market horses in this disciplinewould sell in the neighborhood of$25,000-$30,000.

Saddlebred: He Steps Out With Somewhere to Go

Photo by Brice Carr

Darryl Leifheit shows workshop attendees footage of the Combined Driving Event.




Denise Blacklaw noted that manypeople are migrating toward WesternDressage, and encouraged Saddlebredowners to check out this up-and-comingsport that combines the discipline ofdressage and the spirit of Western rid-ing. Western Dressage showcases ahorse’s self-carriage and calls for alighter contact than traditional dressage,making it a great fit for the AmericanSaddlebred. The sport is generatingenthusiasm and is growing fast in popu-larity among other American breeds aswell, including Morgans and QuarterHorses, and has the potential to bringmany new Saddlebred enthusiasts intoour shows and our Charter Clubs.Denise also introduced WesternDressage trainer Danielle Green.

Our new ambassador for Westernriding is Suzanne Bradshaw, who isdancing with enthusiasm at theprospect of liaising with the Westerndisciplines. Suzanne underlined theenormous value of fun and innovation.New and innovative ideas are key inany business, she said, and we mustwelcome them in ours. She cited thepopularity of reining and pole bending,and encouraged the acceptance of simi-lar events which are already embracedby other breeds. She said that ChrisThompson of Saddle and Bridle maga-zine has agreed to sponsor a clinicalong these lines if trainer Carol Joneswill participate.

Larry Denny, recently named asSteward for the American Saddlebredby the American Driving Society,explained his role of introducing thesport of Combined Driving Event andwelcoming Saddlebreds to the CDE dis-cipline. Larry competes with a pair anda team that includes Saddlebred/DutchHarness Horse crosses. He views theAmerican Saddlebred as a natural toexcel in the Driving discipline, and heleft the audience ready to leap onto theback of his carriage and brave a day asa navigator, or at least head for homeand hitch!

In a world where people are moreinterested in what their horse can do,

and less particular about their horse’sbreed, opportunity abounds for theSaddlebred, America’s elegant can-doequine. From the five-gaited show ringto dressage, our splendid AmericanSaddlebred is moving forward, andCharter Clubs continue to provide vitalsupport and promotion at the local andregional levels.

The 2010 Workshop reflected enthu-siastic commitment to embrace our pro-tean American Saddlebred everywherehe competes. Charter Club Councilmember Sally Jackson dubbed theWorkshop “absolutely fabulous” andword is she wasn’t alone in her opinion.

At the 2010 ASHA Conventionand Youth Conference, annual awardswere presented to ASHA CharterClubs for the year of 2009, during theAnnual Awards Luncheon, whichtook place on Friday, February 19, atthe Marriott Griffin Gate Resort andSpa, in Lexington, Kentucky. As in theprevious year, the 2009 Charter Clubof the Year Award was presented totwo Charter Clubs, the AmericanSaddlebred Horse Association of NewJersey, and the American Saddle HorseBreeder’s Futurity of Wisconsin.

The ASHA of New Jersey offerseverything from two AcademyTournament shows to promotion ofAmerican Saddlebreds through regu-lar participation in Horse Expo. Anew activity for 2009 found the clubpartnering with UPHA Chapter 15 tolaunch a new horse show, Mid-Atlantic Fall Finale.

The ASHBF of Wisconsin has heldfuturity competitions since 1946.Their purpose is to promote breeding,development, exhibition, marketing,sale and ownership of AmericanSaddlebreds. They have hosted WorldCup, the National Pleasure EquitationFinals, the Pink Ribbon classes, the

ASHA Youth Driving Challenge class-es and the ASHA RegionalChampionship.

ASHA salutes these two clubs fortheir philanthropic charge and serviceto the breed. Their grass-roots effortis admirable and serves as a blueprintfor perpetuating the growth andheightening the interest in theAmerican Saddlebred.

Dual Charter Clubs of the Year

Photo by Brice Carr

ASHA President Judy Werner presents theCharter Club of the Year Award to BrianCurran, president of ASHBF of Wisconsin.

On Page 72Read how charter clubs in regions

3/4 have been promotingSaddlebreds. Hint: It’s tasty!



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By Laura Waldock

On Saturday of the Convention,ASHA was pleased to have DavidO’Connor, President of the United StatesEquestrian Federation (USEF), on handto discuss some significant changes affect-ing the way horses are medicated forcompetition. After the USEF annualmeeting held January of this year, it wasdecided that a new rule will go into effecton January 1, 2011, which will limit theallowable number of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that canbe used from two to one.

O’Connor, himself an exceptionalhorseman and winner of numerousOlympic medals, stated, “I know therule is controversial, it’s a change of cul-ture, but I am a believer, from all breedsand disciplines across the board, thatthe position is necessary. As the publicbecomes more and more involved inwhat we do through the Internet, hope-fully, through our growing sport, wehave to be able to stand and argue ourpositions to those outside the horseworld and explain what we’re doing sowe can sell it and make people believe,because we’re already sold.”

To aid in the adjustment of this newrule change, USEF has developed ameans to educate horse owners,exhibitors, and trainers alike by intro-ducing a new stipulation attached toUSEF recognized horse shows.According to the USEF website, begin-ning on April 1, of this year, “Anyoneusing two NSAIDs in a horse at a USEFlicensed competition will be required tocomplete and file a NSAID DisclosureForm with the USEF Steward/TechnicalDelegate or their DesignatedCompetition Office Representative.”These forms can be found at any USEFcompetition and online at USEF’s web-site, www.usef.org.

In addition, this new provision statesthat “If a horse is treated with morethan one NSAID within five days pre-

ceding a USEF competition, the PersonResponsible for that horse must fill outan NSAID disclosure form and submit itto the USEF Steward/Technical Delegateor their Designated Competition OfficeRepresentative prior to the horse com-peting. The use of two NSAIDs cannotbe reported on a USEF MedicationReport Form.” This form is good for 5days after its submission, including theday of submission, as long as a thirdNSAID — different from the two thatwere previously recorded — is not used.The first time a person is found to haveused two NSAIDs, and has not filled out

the form, he or she will receive a noticethat this rule is in effect and protocolhas not been followed. The secondoffense may result in punishmentagainst the individual.

There are seven NSAIDs permittedfor use in competitions (with quantita-tive restrictions): phenylbutazone“Bute”, flunixin (Banamine®), naprox-en (Naprosyn®), ketoprofen(Ketofen®), meclofenamic acid(Arguel®), firocoxib (Equioxx®), andthe topical anti-inflammatory, diclofenac(Surpass®). The most common of allhappen to be Bute and Banamine®.

New Drug Testing Rule Discussed

By Laura WaldockO’Connor also touched on the

upcoming World Equestrian Games,being held at the Kentucky HorsePark late this year, from September26 through October 10. “We’re goingto have 16 days of horse stuffplanned at the Kentucky Horse Park,it’s a great opportunity for all of us,”said O’Connor. There will be 16hours of NBC time, including theopening ceremonies and Reining onopening Sunday, and the Eventingfinal on closing Sunday.

The Games will be streaming liveon the Internet, just like the Olympics,so you can pick what you want toview. O’Connor added, “We’re goingto be getting some pretty hot times onTV, and there’s going to be approxi-mately 650 to 700 horses coming intoLexington, after a 48-hour quarantinein Cincinnati, making for the largestairlift of horses of all time.”

The World Equestrian Games willbe what O’Connor describes as a“golden” time. USEF is expecting 500to 600 thousand spectators, of which

48 percent of tickets are already sold. “The big thing is the showcase

opportunity,” said O’Connor, “It’s agreat opportunity to showcase theeight disciplines that are going to beshown in the ring as well as in thebreed pavilion. It’s a time for thehorse and it’s a great time to show-case the American horses. We won’tget this opportunity again in our life-time. It’s the first time it’s ever beenheld in the United States. It’s thelargest sporting spectacle of theUnited States.”

World Equestrian Games Previewed





Compiled by Katriona Adams, Patricia Edwards and Dede Gatlin

Association, Registry, and joint commit-tees are advisory in nature. Therefore,“decisions” made at the committee levelare forwarded to a respective board ofdirectors for further consideration andfinal approval or revision.

Breeders CommitteeThe meeting began with a discussion

of the incentive funds awarded toKentucky breeders and stallion ownerswhose stallions stand in Kentucky.Questions were raised as to whethersuch funds should count in earnings fora horse. A vote was taken and all agreedthat these funds should not count.

The committee then discussedwhether Limited Breeders Stakes/Jackpot classes should count in futurityearnings if they are not linked to a futu-rity. All agreed these classes shouldcount in futurity earnings.

The meeting concluded after amotion was made and seconded forASHA to work with other breed organi-zations to address the no-slaughter bill.

Charter Club CouncilASHA Directors Barbara Molland

and Jim Ruwoldt reported on theCouncil’s request for rule changesregarding the minimum number of mem-bers required to start a charter club andaudits. The following proposed rule willbe presented to the ASHA board.

“Article II, Part II. Charter MembersSection 9. The Treasurer of each

Charter Member must make an annualwritten financial report to the mem-bers. At least one annual budget mustbe prepared.

Section 10. Charter Members withannual budgets in excess of $25,000.00must be reviewed annually by an outsideaudit. Those with annual budgets lessthan $25,000.00 must be reviewedannually, and this report may take theform of a review rather than a full audit.Both types should be performed by acertified public accountant and presentedto the club members in written formwithin 90 days after the close of thefinancial year.”

ASHA employee Susan Harris dis-cussed issues related to a draft of the

rules for the Regional High PointProgram that was distributed to atten-dees. The Council agreed that the pro-gram could probably not be in placebefore 2011 and agreed to form a com-mittee, including the new Saddlebredambassadors, to resolve outstandingissues. The committee will consist ofBetsy Boone as chair, Barbara Molland,Denise Blacklaw, Suzanne Bradshaw andRichard Mackenzie.

Harris then reported there were moreRegional Championships awarded thisyear than ever. The new promotionalbrochure on Regional Championshipswas distributed. To order copies for pro-motion at Charter Club or equine events,contact Brenda Newell [email protected]. Each show or club isencouraged to design its own personal-ized inserts for the brochure to promoteits Regional Championship event.

Equine Welfare CommitteeThe committee discussed the require-

ment of being a 501(c)(3) tax-exemptorganization for purposes of receivingthe Bruce Hanson grant. The committee

Summary of Committee Meetings

According to literature obtained fromthe USEF website, “Since 1998, theUSEF Equine Drugs and MedicationsRule has allowed the presence of nomore than two approved NSAIDs in ahorse at the time of competition. Oneimportant exception to the rule is thatthe presence of both Bute andBanamine® in a horse at the time ofcompetition is never permitted.”

It is important to note the reasoningfor this. Years of ongoing research hasproven that “Not only is there little orno benefit to administering more thanone NSAID to a horse for most medicalconcerns, it can actually cause potential-ly harmful, or even severe side effects,”including but not limited to: diarrhea,loss of appetite, and dull attitude. Theliterature also states, “Each of thesesymptoms can be clinical signs of more

severe colic-related problems includinggastric and colonic ulceration, largecolon and cecal impaction, kidney dam-age, and right dorsal colitis.”

“The preventative way of thinking isa benefit to the system as we go on. Ipersonally don’t believe that this willhave a negative effect on our industry,”said O’Connor. A perfect example islooking at the industries that haveadopted the no NSAIDs or limitedNSAIDs rule. According to O’Connor,“We haven’t seen the number of horsescompeting decline at all. I think themanagement of the horses is veryadvanced, especially for the high-endhorses.” There are a significant numberof other countries, Europe especially,that have adopted a “no bute” rule andhave fared very well for themselves. It isimportant to note, however, they have

made significant investments to provideexceptional riding arena footing due tothis regulation.

Scott Matton, of Wisconsin,inquired, “How do we safely medicateand survive a horse show with this newrule?” O’Connor responded, “We coulduse a lot of what the FEI disciplines do,magnetic blankets, acupuncture, eventhe use of fluids, one of the benefits thatactually came out of how the FEI disci-plines work and show their horses. Wewill have to change our way of thinkingabout how we are going to manage, andI think we’ll be better horse people, bet-ter trainers in the long run.”

If you have any questions regardingthe most recent rule changes, pleasedon’t hesitate to contact the USEFDrugs and Medication office at (800)633-2472.




asked that a required status be includedin the grant’s application, but noted thatemergency aid would be handled differ-ently and be made directly to veterinari-ans, farriers, etc.

The committee also discussed havinga written policy regarding registeringand transferring rescued horses.Members stated their main concernswere fees.

FEI CommitteeThe committee voted to remove “and

Emerging” from its title. Members alsodiscussed a proposal for an ASHA FEISaddlebred Disciplines Championship,as well as the possibility of addingbreeder incentives. The committee alsodiscussed developing and updating somepromotional materials and advertising inDisciplines Affiliate magazines.

Grand National CommitteeThe committee discussed ways to

increase participation and promote theprogram. Chairman Redd Crabtree sug-gested an advertising campaign and togather comments from prize money win-ners. The committee then discussed con-verting the program to a points-basedsystem. Information from an AmericanQuarter Horse Association points-basedaward system was circulated to the com-mittee for review.

Hunter Disciplines CommitteeThe committee reviewed a brochure

regarding Generally Accepted HunterJumper Attire and approved the draft.The committee also discussed draftingrules for an open hunter division or foropen hunter classes.

The Hunter Prospect Class was alsodiscussed. It was noted that not manyshows are offering this class.

The possibility of opening theCountry Pleasure Division to includeprofessionals was also discussed.

Kentucky and National FuturitiesCommittee

The commitee discussed the ramifica-tions for missing your turn in the orderof go when showing colts In Hand.

A motion was made and secondedthat if you miss your turn, you will notbe allowed to show. The change wassubmitted to the Board for approval.

Louise Gilliland proposed the payoutpercentages for American SaddlebredRegistry Futurities be revised to allowmore money to be paid out for third- tosixth-place winners. All agreed to tablethis for further discussion.

Pleasure Disciplines CommitteeThe committee discussed the possi-

ble location of the National Champion -ship Pleasure class, as a couple of showsare interested in hosting the class. It hasbeen awarded to the Wisconsin Futurityfor the next five years.

Members also discussed a request toeliminate the restriction on both ridingand driving at the Kentucky State Fair.The committee decided to leave it theway it is.

Standards and Rules CommitteeRequests from members were consid-

ered. The first was regarding the factthat saddle seat exhibitors can competewearing an American Society for Testingand Materials-approved helmet withoutpenalty. It was agreed to include thisinformation in the Points of Emphasis.

The second was a request to permitwearing of Shadbellies in Hunter andEnglish Country Pleasure classes. Allwere opposed.

Items in the current Points ofEmphasis were discussed and it wasagreed to remove the following refer-ences: GR404.5, SB102.2, SB108,SB112, SB158.5 and GR1034.16. Aftersome discussion, it was agreed that weshould look at developing a separatePoints of Emphasis for managers. USEFrule changes were discussed as well asthe USEF rule change process.

A report was given regarding JudgingInitiatives and a request for aPresidential Modification was discussed.

State Futurities CommitteeThe committee discussed behavior

rules and judging standards related to

unruly horses in the show ring. It wasagreed that judges should excuse anyunruly horses from showing.

A list of points of emphasis for futu-rity classes was then circulated. Suchpoints were generated from UnitedStates Equestrian Federation rules. Thecommittee will review these points andadd to the list if necessary. Also, anupdated guidelines brochure was circu-lated to the committee for review. Allagreed to approve its distribution.

Youth CommitteeThe committee again discussed the

Juvenile Choice Awards, which was dis-continued last year due to low participa-tion, and all felt there is still not enoughinterest to revive the program.

Noting that a 13-year-old hasalready earned the Master Gold medal,the committee then discussed how todeal with youth who have achieved thehighest honor but still have years to bein youth clubs.

The committee is contemplating aspecial award or trophy for those whocomplete the Master Medals program,and all endorsed a plan that youthcould continue to earn Master Goldjust as they can earn the regular goldacademy medal more than once untilthey want to enter the Master MedalsProgram.

The committee also discussed how tokeep older youth, ages 18 to 20,involved at the convention. An idea wasdiscussed to have them sit in on YouthCommittee meetings and perhaps to bemembers of an adjunct committee tobring new ideas to the group.

The group concluded its meetingwith discussion of the youth clubs’participation in the annual auctionthrough past projects likeSaddlemania, the Ornament Contestand the Basket Bonanza. While BasketBonanza was a very successfulfundraiser, some said the kids didn’tenjoy working on it as much as theSaddlemania horses. It was agreed thatclubs could have both the baskets andanother craft for the kids.




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Reviewing Charter Clubs Region by Region

REGION 3/4Greeting from the Upper Midwest

Photo courtesy ASAW

Soap, water and enthusiasm were in abundance at the ASAW Summerfun Carwash.

American SaddlebredAssociation of WisconsinBy Shelagh Roell

The American SaddlebredAssociation of Wisconsin (ASAW),founded in 1942 as the WisconsinHorse Association, is a lively, activegroup of American Saddlebred horse

enthusiasts from Wisconsin and severalsurrounding states. The goal of the asso-ciation is to create, promote, and main-tain interest in American Saddlebredhorses and horse shows, and to worktogether for the mutual advantage of allwho are interested in horses.

The organization is lead by a dedicat-

ed Board of Directors, elected by themembership for three-year terms, whichmeets seven or eight times a year. Inaddition, there is a strong committeestructure that employs the talents ofmany of the organization’s members.

In support of its mission, ASAWoffers its members a wide variety of


activities throughout the year. InJanuary 2009, in conjunction with theannual ASAW Awards Banquet, an ener-getic group of volunteers plans andleads a Youth Conference workshop forall interested youth. One year the topicsincluded dressing for the show ring,healthy eating at horse shows, horseshow etiquette, Pilates for riders, andthe ever popular hands-on equine relat-ed artistic activities. A very popular seg-ment of one Youth Conference includeda brave group of area trainers/judgeswho deftly fielded a barrage of ques-tions from the curious youngsters!

Another year started with eageryouth group members boarding busesthat carried them first to WinsomeFarms in Oconomowoc, where, underthe tutelage of Terri Anne Ullman andErica Savary, the youngsters were taughtthe finer points of clipping and braidingshow horses. This was followed by actu-al experience on patient equine models.The afternoon session was held at RickWallen Stables, where the group wastreated to demonstrations by a varietyof horses and riders, while Rick dis-cussed the subtle differences betweendivisions and what a judge might lookfor in a class.

With the weather in the UpperMidwest being very unpredictable inJanuary, ASAW holds the YouthConference, the annual ASAW AwardsBanquet and the Annual Meeting of theassociation, all on the same day. Thisaffords members of all ages an opportu-nity to gather with old friends and cele-brate the achievements of the previousseason, while anticipating the challengesyet to come. Following a brief ASAWannual meeting, the evening begins withcocktails and dinner, during which guestshave the chance to bid on a wealth ofwonderful silent auction items. Withopportunities to attain year end highpoint awards in over one hundred cate-gories, anticipation of the awards presen-tations runs high. In addition, three veryspecial awards are presented at the end ofthe evening. The Lifetime AchievementAward, which recognizes ongoing contri-butions to the association, the breed andthe industry over a lengthy span, is amark of respect and honor within theassociation. Likewise, the Horse Personof the Year Award, jokingly referred to as

Photos courtesy ASAW

Top: Dee Dee Mackie, Chair of the ASAW Youth Committee; Brian Curran, ASAW VicePresident & Charter Club Council Region 3/4 Representative; Dr. Shelagh Roell, ASAWPresident & Charter Club Council Region 3/4 Representative; and Penny Weyenberger, ASAWTreasurer, all model the ASAW “Celebrating 30 Years of Summerfun” t-shirts, as they serve upice cream at the Summerfun Ice Cream Social. Middle: Grandpa Mike Arnston prepares a treatfor granddaughter Lyla Wroble. Bottom: Dee Dee Mackie, Vivian Wojcik and Joan Marzoccotake a turn distributing ice cream at the ASAW Summerfun Ice Cream Social.


the hard work award, is presented to anindividual who has given significant timeand effort in support of the organizationand its programs and activities. Finally,the People’s Choice Horse of the Year isannounced as the last item of theevening’s program. This award is votedon by the ASAW membership, andbecomes the subject of the trophy por-trait for the Summerfun Horse Show.These highly coveted trophies, crafted byartist Tim Starck for the past thirty years,include several world champions, as wellas many local favorites.

The theme of the 2009 banquet was“Celebrating 30 Years of Summerfun.”The Summerfun Horse Show is the onemajor show sponsored by ASAW, andboth the banquet and the show this yearcarried through with the theme.

The banquet committee became inor-dinately creative with various stationsthroughout the banquet hall, celebratingthe “30 Years ofSummerfun.” Uponarrival, guests checkedin at the Show Office,where they receivedtheir table assignmentsand name tags (backnumbers.) Libationsand appetizers wereenjoyed at theExhibition Party, andguests were encour-aged to view and bidon a variety of beauti-ful leather items in the Tack Room. TheDressing Room contained a display ofvarious riding apparel from the earlierdays of the show, and more than a fewgiggles were heard as guests recognizedthemselves, friends, trainers or favoritehorses from the slideshow quietly play-ing in the Proofs area.

Following dinner all eyes were rivet-ed on the Judge’s Stand, where theemcee for the evening announced theyear end high point awards. Winnerscollected the lovely trophies from theVictory Pass area.

Most notable among the manyawards presented at the Annual AwardsBanquet in January of 2009 was theLifetime Achievement Award. True to hischaracter, Jerry Scott, the recipient of thisyear’s award, sat quietly, paying raptattention as the emcee read the long list

of attributes which deemed the recipientworthy of the award. Finally as his namewas announced, a wave of surprise andshock spread over his face… he was

completely unawarethat he was the subjectof the award! It wasJerry Scott who, withhis long time friend andSaddlebred enthusiastTim Starck, conceivedthe idea of theSummerfun HorseShow, and who, togeth-er with a small band ofvolunteers thirty yearsago, launched whatwould eventually

become one of the largest horse shows inthe Upper Midwest.

The 30th anniversary theme was car-ried through to the 2009 SummerfunHorse Show. All ribbons presented toexhibitors carried an extra streamer pro-claiming the 30th anniversary of theshow. A limited number of special t-shirts was printed declaring “ASAWCelebrating 30 years of Summerfun.”These commemorative shirts were pre-sented to anyone with a back numberending in 30, all exhibitors in class 30, arandomly selected exhibitor from what-ever class was in the ring 30 minutesinto the performance, the 30th entry thatwas received in the horse show office,etc… By the end of the show, the shirtshad become a highly sought after com-modity, and on Saturday evening whenthe remaining shirts were tossed into the

crowd by the three Scholarship recipi-ents, the spectators were on their feetcompeting for the treasures.

The Summerfun Horse Show, whichhas grown tremendously from its hum-ble beginnings at an open air county fairgrounds, is now one of the largest ratedhorse shows in the Upper Midwest, andhas become the final tune up stop formany horses headed to Louisville. So,despite a weakened economy and con-cerns about entries around the country,numbers for the 2009 Summerfun showwere up more than seven percent, andboth exhibitors and spectators alikeenjoyed all the wonderful amenities thathave become a part of the show.

The Saturday afternoon ice creamsocial, sponsored by the KnollwoodKnockouts Youth Group, is always a hit,as is the Friday evening barbequeexhibitor’s party, which takes place onthe patio between performances.Another tradition, the Saturday after-noon car/truck/trailer wash, featuresmembers of several local Youth Groups(Knollwood Knockouts, WinsomeWhinnies, Clean Sweep Keepers andKrussell Stables Youth Group), plenty ofsuds, lots of water and an abundance ofenthusiasm, as the youngsters swarmover the dirty vehicles while taking dona-tions for the ASAW Scholarship Fund.

The ASAW Scholarship Fund, a501(c)(3) organization, was startedmany years ago with the very generousdonation of a long time Saddlebredenthusiast, Joan Marzocco. Over time ithas grown significantly, and now Mrs.

Photo courtesy ASAW

From left to right, Cheri Cierzan, ASAW Scholarship Committee member; Meagan RaeMcQueen, $3,000 scholarship winner; Dee Dee Mackie, representing Lee-Mar Farms; TheresaWartman, Lee-Mar Farms $3,000 Scholarship winner; Joan Marzocco, representing Lee-MarFarms; Mary Markwiese, ASAW Scholarship Committee Chair; Eileen Therese MalloyMolzberger, $2,000 ASAW Scholarship winner; and Dr. Shelagh Roell (ASAW President).

Despite aweakenedeconomy and

concerns about entriesaround the country, theSummerfun show this yearwas up over seven percentin numbers.”

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Marzocco, under the banner of Lee-MarFarms, donates a $3,000 scholarshipeach year, while ASAW matches the$3,000 scholarship and adds a $2,000scholarship. Recipients are selected by apanel of outside judges based on appli-cations submitted to ASAW. TheScholarship Awards are presented incenter ring on Saturday evening.

Proceeds from another smaller show,the ASAW Spring Premier Horse Show,are also donated to theASAW ScholarshipFund. This show, pri-marily for AcademyRiders, offers buddingriders an opportunityto make their showring debut or polishtheir skills for theupcoming show season.

In addition to theabove mentioned activ-ities, ASAW also hasoffered a variety of rid-ing and training clinicspresented by several gracious and gener-ous trainers in the area. Other fun activ-ities are also offered, such as a trail rideand cook out in the glorious fall colorsof Wisconsin. As with most other char-ter clubs, not all ASAW members aspireto the show ring. Many simply saddleup for a walk in the woods or a jauntaround the hay field. As an example,there is a loosely structured group ofAOTR folks who trail ride simply forthe enjoyment of their horses and thecompanionship of their friends. TheseSaddlebreds bring as much joy to theirowners as the beautiful show ring stars.

Each spring, ASAW participates inthe Midwest Horse Fair in Madison,Wisconsin. The horse fair, touted as thelargest in the Midwest, draws horse peo-ple and the curious public from manysurrounding states. The ASAW boothoffers a wide variety of promotionalitems, free back issues of Saddlebredmagazines, literature from ASHA andmany of the area stables, plus a continu-ous video of Saddlebreds in action.ASAW members staff the booth for thethree day run of the fair, answering aplethora of questions from interestedattendees. Furthermore, several mem-bers present their horses in the coliseumin the parade of breeds each day. This

offers fair goers a chance to see Saddle -breds from different divisions and forvarious uses.

A history project to document thecontributions to the industry by manylong time Saddlebred owners, trainersand enthusiasts in this area is currentlyunderway. With the amount of remi-niscing, laughing and story telling thatgoes on, it may take a while! TheASAW newsletter, which summarizes

the activities of theorganization, alertsmembers to upcomingevents, and keeps themin touch with theorganization, is pub-lished in the spring andfall each year. AnASAW Directory isalso published bi-annually, which con-tains the by-laws of theassociation, year endpoint classes, a listingof members and a mul-

titude of advertising from stables, indi-viduals and businesses.

For additional information about theAmerican Saddlebred Association ofWisconsin please visit our website atwww.asaw.org.

Minnesota Saddlebred HorseAssociationBy Diane McGuire

“Discover the fun and excitement ofSaddlebred horses!” That’s the theme ofmany activities of the MinnesotaSaddlebred Horse Association (MSHA).Our mission is to promote the breedwithin our state. To that end, we organ-ize several events each year to introduceSaddlebreds to the public.

We have a committed and talentedgroup of Saddlebred enthusiasts inMinnesota who dedicate their time andenergy to sharing their passion for thebreed and building appreciation forthese great horses.

Seeing Saddlebreds in action is thebest way to be “wowed” by the breed.For more than a decade, we’ve organ-ized annual events such as theSaddlebred Extravaganza and The ManeEvent at the Minnesota State Fair. Theseevents feature Saddlebreds in hour-longprograms and demonstrations. Horsesand riders from many Saddlebred barnsdemonstrate grooming, training, Englishand Western pleasure and performancehorses, riding, driving, and lessons. Wepromote lessons on Saddlebreds as agreat way to get started, and we pro-mote the breed as an all-round horse for

A history project todocument the

contributions to the industry by many long timeSaddlebred owners, trainers and enthusiasts inthis area is currently underway.

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Photo courtesy MSHA

MSHA spread the word about Saddlebreds at the Women's Expo in St. Paul, Minnesota this year.


fun as well as showing.The demonstrations are presented by

local trainer Judy Jensen, along withCathy Wurzer, a popular radio and TVnewsperson, who is also a Saddlebredenthusiast. While the horses are showingtheir stuff, the audience learns about thebreed in an entertaining and informativeway.

Saddlebred Extravaganza: TheSaddlebred Extravaganza has been heldwith a horse show at the Washington

County Fair and other venues. Next tothe ring, we construct a tent with dis-plays, materials, promotional items andknowledgeable personnel to answerquestions. Drawings for free lessonsdonated by area stables and door prizesare popular features of the event.

State Fair Demonstrations: TheMinnesota State Fair is a hugely popularevent that attracted nearly 1.8 millionvisitors this year. We conductSaddlebred demonstrations in the

Coliseum after one horse show session.The audience at our event grows eachyear, now reaching nearly 2,000 people.

Parade of Stables: Three years ago wecreated our Parade of Stables. In thisannual event, about a dozen area stableshave an open house for several hours ona particular date. MSHA does extensivepromotion through news releases andadvertising in community and majordaily newspapers. Participating barnsoften supplement this with their own

Photo by Washburn

Saddlebred demonstrations at the Minnesota State Fair featured a driving demo with Highpoint's Supreme Thunder driven by Sally SnyderTesch. Public radio news host Cathy Wurzer and trainer Judy Jensen presented the demos.


local promotional activities, such asroad signage, flyers in local businessesand advertising.

MSHA provides each barn withmaterials about the breed (both thosewe’ve created and those supplied byASHA) and a Minnesota SaddlebredDVD created by MHSA, that looksback at the previous show season in afun and inspiring way, in which we tryto include footage or photos of as manylocal Saddlebred people as possible. In2009, several barns had more than 100visitors who stopped by during the openhouse to check things out. Barns oftendo follow-up mailings to visitors whosign up for free lesson drawings.

Other Promotional Events: We alsoparticipate in the Minnesota HorseExpo, a three day event that attracts50,000 people each year. Saddlebredsparticipate in breed demos, and we havedisplays, lesson drawings, materials anda formal tack stall for people to visit.

In 2009 we added some new venuesto reach a broader group of people thanjust those who attend horse events. Wehad displays at the Women’s Expo andKids Fest events. Displays, materials,promotional items, people to talk to andfree lesson drawings attracted manypeople to our display areas. Lists ofMinnesota Saddlebred stables with con-tact information, lists of shows andevents, and a short brochure aboutMSHA and Saddlebreds are key itemswe distribute to those in attendance.

In addition to promoting theSaddlebred breed, MSHA offers:

� Member recognition programs,including year-end high points and aSummer Series championship programto recognize participation in localshows. This championship culminateswith awards presented during theMinnesota State Fair horse show.

� Youth programs, including YouthRecognition and Youth Achievementaward programs and junior judging.The Youth Recognition award programprovides a scholarship to two young rid-ers: $1,250 for a 15 to 17-year-old and$300 for a rider age 11-14.

� Communications including awebsite, Facebook page, newsletter,annual banquet and annual videothat’s a fun and inspiring look back atthe previous season.

� Minnesota Futurity Horse Show,Limited Breeders program and Futurityprogram.

� Sponsorship program.� Horsemanship clinics.The Minnesota Saddlebred Horse

Association is a busy charter club thatloves to promote American Saddlebreds!

For more information, please visit thewebsite at www.msha.org.

American Saddle Horse BreedersFuturity of WisconsinBy Brian Curran

The American Saddle Horse Breeders(ASHB) Futurity of Wisconsin was bornout of the efforts of a group of avidWisconsin Saddlebred horse enthusiastsdetermined to improve the breed by cre-ating incentives for all Saddlebred breed-ers not only in Wisconsin, but across thecountry as well. The purpose of theassociation is to promote the breeding,development, exhibition, marketing, saleand ownership of theAmerican Saddlebred.In order to accomplishthese goals, induce-ments to the breedersand exhibitors havebeen continually devel-oped and refinedthroughout the years.

ASHB held its firstcompetition in 1946,beginning a traditionthat continues to thrivetoday. Breeding pro-grams have steadily evolved because ofthe futurity providing monetary prizes.The original and widely imitated“Limited Breeders Stake” is the 24-year-old brainchild of this association. The25th edition of the annual LimitedBreeders Stake Auction and dinner washeld on Saturday, January 16, 2010.Additional incentive programs are

always in the works, and a new Three-Year-Old Incentive Class is the latestinstallment. As the futurity has evolved,the quality of the individual horses hasincreased proportionately with thegrowth of prize money to the point thattop placement can now net tens of thou-sands of dollars. To date, ASHB Futurityof Wisconsin has paid out nearly twomillion dollars in prize money.

In an effort to offer everyone achance for the money, there are severalyouth scholarships awarded annually.ASHB have also been fortunate enoughto be recognized each year with GrandNational and UPHA classes, and hashosted World Cup, the NationalPleasure Equitation Finals, the PinkRibbon Class, Youth Driving Challenge,ASHA webcasts and the ASHARegional Champ ionships as addedincentives for exhibitors.

Along with the prize money, theWisconsin Futurity Horse Festival isknown for its unique commissionedbronze trophies. Each year, through agenerous donation, a well known equineindividual is the trophy subject. In addi-tion, there is a wide array of beautifullysculpted bronze perpetual traveling tro-phies that continues to grow.

As part of the continuing effort togive back to the breed and the people,the ASHB Futurity of Wisconsin makesdonations to the national youth scholar-

ship auction, and hasbeen a sponsor of theannual ASHA conven-tion for the past sever-al years. Additionally,many members serveon national commit-tees and boards in var-ious capacities.

At the 2010 ASHAConvention & YouthConference, ASHBwas one of two recipi-ents of ASHA’s Charter

Club of the Year Award, sharing thehonor with American Saddlebred HorseAssociation of New Jersey. This awardis given for a charter clubs philanthropicefforts and service to the AmericanSaddlebred breed.

ASHB invites you to join its futurityfamily and to visit the website atwww.wisconsinsaddlebred.com.

The WisconsinFuturity HorseFestival is

known for its unique commissioned bronze trophies. Each year, througha generous donation, a wellknown equine individual isthe trophy subject.”

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SHARON VUINOVICHEvanston, Illinois

Private TreatyFrozen Transported Semen Only

Nominated to: ASGN; others as requested.

CHAnacacho ShamrockCHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Flirtation Walk (BHF)

Chief Of Greystone (WC)Kalarama Denmark

Carol Trigg (BHF)Anacacho Denmark's Cloud

Attache (WC), 1972 ch.The Genius

My Major GeniusMargaret's Fancy Ace

The King's GeniAnglo Peavine

Silver LassLady GreystokeEdna May's King (WC, WGC)

Anacacho DenmarkJane Black (BHF)

Oman's Desdemona Denmark CHKing's Genius (WC)Reverie's Desdemona (BHF)

Spirit Of Kentucky (BHF)Mona Denmark (BHF), 1959 ch. CHKing's Genius (WC)

Rolling Hills GeniusFrancis Bohannon

Apple Blossom MelodyKing Vine

The MarquiseMacey Artist

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ATTACHE’S LIQUID ASSET 76813Chestnut, 1981, Bred by Mr. or Mrs. C. Dalton Hendren, Salvisa, KY

Owner: Sharon Vuinovich1325 Judson Avenue

Evanston, IL 60201

SHOW RECORD3 wins, 1 KSF win, 1992 Harrodsburg WON FHOp,

WON FHCh; 1986 KSF WON 5GStalSt; 1992Lex Jr League 2nd FHCh, 2nd FHS/G; 1986Pin Oak 2nd 5GCh; 1985 Lex Jr League 2nd5GJrS/G, Midwest 2nd 5GJr; 1986 Lex JrLeague 3rd 5GCh, Pin Oak 3rd 5GOpS/G.

IN THE STUDFrom 182 Registered Get, ATTACHE'S LIQUID

ASSET has sired 29 KSF ribbon winners with156 ribbons (1st-8th), 10 CHs, and 14 futurityribbon winners. Winners include:

CHAssets And Attitude 129291, 1996 ch. m(Evening Show) 26 wins. 3 KSF wins. 2006KSF 5GSPJrEx, 2005 KSF 5GJrEx, 1998 KSFFH2yoMSt.

Talented Asset 116776, 1989 ch. m (Lotsa Talent)7 wins. 3 KSF wins. 1993 KSF 5GJrMSt,5GJrCh, 1992 KSF 5G3yoMSt.

CHUndulata's Jimmy Hollywood 102106, 1995 ch.g (Lady Hawk N.Y.T.) 39 wins. 2 KSF wins.2003 KSF 3GSPJrExCh, 3GSPJrEx.

Undulata's Georgie Girl 130712, 1997 ch. m(Riva's Fashion Spirit) 15 wins. 2 KSF wins.2001 KSF 5GJrMSt, 5GJrCh.

CHMahvalous Asset 102114, 1995 ch. g (Mahval-ous Day) 56 wins. 1 KSF win. 2008 KSF3GJrEx.

CHDiamond Assets 93194, 1989 gr. g (DiamondCrystal) 44 wins. 1 KSF win. 1996 KSF3GSPAdCh.

Aces And Eights 91824, 1989 ch. g (Kilarney'sDebbie Four) 35 wins. 1 KSF win. 1993 KSF5GJrS/GSt.

CHShe's An Asset 128484, 1996 ch. m (Color MeGinger) 32 wins. 1 KSF win. 1999 National Fut3yo3G.

CHChief Tomahawk 100434, 1994 ch. g (The War

Bonnet) 21 wins. 1 KSF win. 2000 KSF SPDAd.Mr. Revere 96476, 1991 ch. g (Reata's Annabel

Lee) 21 wins. 1 KSF win. 2004 KSF 3GJrEx.Platinum Asset 107509, 1999 b. g (Blue Christ-

mas S.D.) 21 wins. 1 KSF win. KSF Eq.Unclaimed 104883, 1997 ch. g (Northern Darling)

19 wins. 1 KSF win. 2005 KSF FHKCFCh.Completely Elegant 119280, 1990 ch. m (Just Ele-

gant) 12 wins. 1 KSF win. 1993 KSF 5G3yoMSt.Marcy's Asset 116775, 1989 ch. m (Marcy) 10

wins. 1 KSF win. 1992 National Fut 3yo3GPl.CHIt's Yabba Dabba Doo Time 107348, 1995 ch. g

(Spartan's Sultana) 56 wins. NC State Ch3GSPJrEx.

Liquid Trust 90716, 1988 b. g (Tres Elegant) 38wins. 2004 NC State Ch CWPAm.

Another Asset 100581, 1994 ch. g (EveningShow) 29 wins. WI Futurity FHAm.

CHAttache's Magic Asset 117091, 1989 ch. m(Springtime Memories) 27 wins. 2003 Lex JrLeague Eq.

CHVelvet Daybreak 118811, 1990 ch. m (GreatDay In The Morning B.R.) 27 wins. NC St Fair3GPkAm.

CHUndulata's Hall Of Fame 102717, 1995 ch. g(Broadway Babe ERB) 19 wins. 2008 DesMoines Spring 3GCPAd.

A Bay Asset 129476, 1996 b. m (Surfside Bay) 17wins. 2006 KY Fall Classic Eq.

Attache's Touched By An Angel 131394, 1998ch. m (Singular Sensation) 13 wins. 2006 OKCentennial 3GJrExCh.

MALE LINEHIS SIRE, ATTACHE, has 2 KSF wins: 1978 KSF

5GStalSt, 1975 KSF 5G3yoSt. From 311 Reg-istered Get, he has 63 KSF ribbon winners with219 ribbons (1st-8th), 13 CHs, and 5 futurityribbon winners. Winners include:

CHAttache's Three Of A Kind 89576, 1987 ch. g

(Ridgefield's Ace Of Hearts) 45 wins. 6 KSFwins. 1997 KSF 3GJrExCh, 3GJrEx, 1995KSF 3GJrExSt, 3GJrExCh, 1994 KSF3GAmGntSt, 3GAmCh.

CHUnattached 84436, 1985 ch. g (Camilla Fox) 32wins. 3 KSF wins. 1995 KSF 5GLadCh, 1991KSF 5GGeldSt, 1986 KSF YBrSt.

CHSatan's Seductress 109689, 1985 ch. m (MissJolie) 19 wins. 3 KSF wins. 3 KSF wins. 1996KSF 5GLadMSt, 1995 KSF 5GLadMSt, 1994KSF 5GLadMSt.

CHVintage Lace 110936, 1986 ch. m (Magic Sue)20 wins. 2 KSF wins. 1989 National Am Fut3yoFHAm, 1987 KY Am Fut YAm.

Fire To Fire 90048, 1988 ch. g (CHGamin) 9 wins. 2KSF wins. 1998 KSF 5GKCFCh, 1997 KSF5GKCFCh.

Moet 116544, 1989 gr. m (Camilla Fox) 8 wins. 2KSF wins. 2000 KSF 5GJrEx, 1999 KSF5GJrEx.

FEMALE LINE1ST DAMMONA DENMARK (BHF) 65461, 1959 ch. 13 foals. CHAttache's Spun Gold 106479 (1983 ch. m by

Attache) 23 wins. 1995 PA National 5GAm.The Mean Machine 70657 (1978 ch. s by

Attache) 1980 KSF 2nd 5G2yoSt. Sire ofCHMac The Knife FLS, Mean Streak,CHRenowned SC, CHHear The Music, TheGold Machine, CHWild Harley, CHLadySamantha, Mac's Private Trick FLS, CHPlay-ing With Fire FVF, Fabulous Machine FVF,CHMadame Machine.

2ND DAMAPPLE BLOSSOM MELODY 48568, 1949, br. 7

foals. Fashion Span 56466 (1955 ch. m by Reba Genius).Flying Nymph 59673 (1958 br. m by Anacacho's

Captain Denmark).

Contact: Sharon Vuinovich1325 Judson AvenueEvanston, IL 60201847/733-0677



VIRGIL HELM STABLENew Bloomfield, Missouri

$2,500 LFGMare Care, Transported Semen

Nominated to: Futurities as requested.

CHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Wing's Fleet Admiral

The Genius' QueenCHCourageous AdmiralIndiana Ace

Indiana J E M (BHF)Courageous Tillie

Desert's Supreme Admiral, 1985 ch.Supreme Sultan

Sultan's Santana (WC, WGC)Grand View's Majorette (BHF)

Desert's Queen AnnaPrivate Contract

With-A-StarStarheart's CinderellaGenius Better Bourbon

Genius Mountain BourbonMountain Highland Dawn (BHF)

Mountain Highland MemoriesPrivate Contract

Contract's DustyDust Screen

Desert's Precious Memories, 1986 ch. CHValley View Supreme (WC, WGC)Supreme Sultan

Melody O'Lee (BHF)Desert's Supreme Sherry CHYorktown (WC, WGC)

Anacacho's Sweet SherryWith-A-Star

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Chestnut, 1992, Bred by Desert Oasis Ranch, Chandler, AZ

Owner: Roberta Rassieur30 Muirfield Lane

Saint Louis, MO 63141314/434-0032

314/434-0774 [email protected]

SHOW RECORD11 wins, 2 KSF wins, 2004 KSF WON 5GStalSt;

2002 Midwest WON 5GOpS/G, St. Louis WON5GOpS/G, UPHA Chapter V WON 5GCh,WON 5GOpS/G; 2000 American Royal WON5GStal, Lex Jr League WON 5GStal; 1999KSF WON 5GStalSt, American Royal WON5GStal; 1998 American Royal WON 5GCh, OKCentennial WON 5GLmt; 2003 American Royal2nd 5GStal; 2002 American Royal 2nd 5GStal,Lex Jr League 2nd 5GOpS/G, Midwest 2nd5GCh, St. Louis 2nd 5GCh; 2000 KSF 2nd5GStalSt.

IN THE STUDFrom 159 Registered Get, DESERT'S SUPREME

MEMORIES has sired 26 KSF ribbon winnerswith 106 ribbons (1st-8th), 3 CHs, and 8 futurityribbon winners. Winners include:

Such Sweet Memories 129027, 1996 ch. m (Gor-geous Memories) 8 wins. 4 KSF wins. 2004KSF 5GAmMSt, 2003 KSF 5GAmMSt, 2002KSF 5GAmMSt, 2001 KSF 5GAmMSt, 2002Lex Jr League 5GAmCh, 2001 Asheville5GOpMare, 2000 Lex Jr League 5GJrM, 1999Midwest UPHA5G.

CHCan You Hear Me Now 112356, 2002 ch. g(Now Listen Here) 24 wins. 3 KSF wins. 2008KSF 3GSPJrEx, 3GSPJrExCh, 2006 KSF3GJrCh, 2009 St. Louis Eq, Indianapolis Chari-ty Eq, Pro-Am Eq, 2008 American Royal3GSPJrExCH, Asheville 3GSPJrEx,3GSPJrExCh, Midwest 3GSPJrEx,3GSPJrExCh, Indianapolis Charity 3GSPJrEx.

Bono 112481, 2002 ch. g (Mountain Maria [BHF])13 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2009 KSF 5GLadAmCh,2005 KSF 5G3yoS/G, 2009 River Ridge5GOpS/G, Indianapolis Charity 5GLad.

The Evangelist 108026, 1999 ch. g (Tanbark's

Enchanted Evening) 23 wins. 1 KSF win. 2001KSF 5G2yoSt.

Enchanting Memories 136268, 2001 b. m(Heart's Miracle Miss) 16 wins. 1 KSF win.2009 KSF 5GAmGnt.

John Elway 106924, 1998 ch. g (Chansonette) 15wins. 1 KSF win. 2000 KSF FH2yoS/GSt.

Real Action 118580, 2006 ch. g (Callaway's WorthWaiting For) 5 wins. 1 KSF win. 2009 KSF3G3yo, Lex Jr League 3G3yo, Asheville 3G3yo,2008 American Royal 3G2yo, Mid-America Fall3G2yo.

MALE LINEHIS SIRE, DESERT'S SUPREME ADMIRAL, 216

Registered Get including 27 KSF ribbon win-ners with 107 ribbons (1st-8th), 4 CHs, and 11futurity ribbon winners. Winners include:

CHChandler 104029, 1996 ch. g (Desert's PreciousMemories) 40 wins. 3 KSF wins. 2003 KSF5GJrEx, 5GJrExCh, 2002 KSF 5GJrEx, 2009Midwest 5GSPCh, 2008 Madison Classic5GSPCh, 5GSPAd, Indianapolis Charity5GSPAd, Mid-America Fall 5GSPAd.

Got No Shame 117753, 2004 ch. g (Shameless)10 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2009 KSF 3GSPJrEx,2006 KSF FH2yoS/G, 2009 Asheville3GSPJrEx, Bonnie Blue 3GSPJrEx, Blue Ridge3GSPJrExCh, 2008 Tanbark 3GSPNv, 3GSPJr,WI Futurity 3GSPJr, 3GSPJrCh.

Mister Bayleigh 98532, 1993 ch. g (Glider Girl) 31wins. 1 KSF win.1999 KSF 3GSPJrEx.

CHDesert's Supreme Lady 129044, 1996 ch. m(Desert's Golden Lady) 27 wins. 1 KSF win.2003 KSF 3GPkOpM, 2008 Eastern States3GPkAm, 3GPkAmCh, Syracuse 3GPkAm,3GPkAmCh, UPHA Spring Premiere3GPkAm.

Supreme Admiral's Premier 90930, 1988 b. g(Reagan's Desert Sunshine) 8 wins. 1 KSF win.

1992 KSF 3GJrCh, 1995 Madison Classic3GSPJrEx, 1994 WI Futurity PkRoMnJrEx,1992 OK Centennial 3GJr, UPHA Chapter V3GJr, 1991 American Royal 3G3yo, OK Cen-tennial UPHA3G, Boone Co Fair 3G3yo.

Take Me Away 133286, 1999 ch. m (MountainMaria [BHF]) 6 wins. 1 KSF win. 2004 KSF5GLadMSt, 2006 Lex Jr League 5GLadM,2004 Lex Jr League 5GLadM.

FEMALE LINE1ST DAMDESERT'S PRECIOUS MEMORIES 111034, 1986,

ch. 7 foals. 1987 AZ Fut 2nd YFil, 1986 AZ Fut3rd WFil, 1987 AZ Fut 4th YCh.

CHChandler 104029 (1996 ch. g by Desert'sSupreme Admiral) 40 wins. 3 KSF wins. 2003KSF 5GJrEx, 5GJrExCh, 2002 KSF 5GJrEx,2009 Midwest 5GSPCh, 2008 Madison Classic5GSPCh, 5GSPAd, Indianapolis Charity5GSPAd, Mid-America Fall 5GSPAd.

CHDesert's Favorite Memories 102475 (1995 ch.g by Desert's Supreme Admiral) 26 wins. 2008Pin Oak 5GSPCh, 5GSPAd.

2ND DAMDESERT'S SUPREME SHERRY 102307, 1982, ch.

7 foals. Desert's Golden Sherry 120683 (1991 pal. m by

Denmark's Golden Playboy). Dam of Sherry'sLil' Star, Perfectly Amazing, Desert's Cen-tennial Sherry.

Desert's Indian Princess 113298 (1987 ch. m byDesert's Indian Tomahawk) 1991 ScottsdaleCharity 4th CWPAm, 5th WmShCWP, 6thCWPCh.

3RD DAMANACACHO'S SWEET SHERRY 92896, 1977, ch.

12 foals. A Summertime Memory 128131 (1995 ch. m by

Memories Of Will Rogers).

Contact: Virgil Helm8320 Old US Highway 54New Bloomfield, MO 65063573/642-2612573/592-4988 fax

HART TO HART STABLESFinchville, Kentucky

$1,000 LFGMare Care, Transported Semen

Nominated to: ASGN; futurities as requested.

Genius Bourbon KingShoreacres Anacacho Genius

Anacacho Shower (BHF)Storm's Fury

Denmark's CorsairStorm Stepper

Queen Of Red TopCHBuck Rogers (WC, WCC, WGC), 1976 ch. CHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Rhythm Command

Sweet Rhythm (RWGC, BHF)Rhythm's Jewel (WC)

American AceAce's Dark Jewel (BHF)

Maryland's Bird (BHF)Edna May's King (WC, WGC)CHAnacacho ShamrockSally Cameron (BHF)

Easter GossipNoble Kalarama (WGC)

Country GossipNancy Vernon

My Fantasia, 1975 b. pto.Lucky Kalarama

Lucky HighlanderGinger Rogers

Miss Lucky McDonaldSonny Highland

My Flashy HighlandCarol McDonald MoorePH

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MONACO 89568Bay Pinto, 1988, Bred by Ellen Davis/Michele Macfarlane, San Diego, CA

Owner: Amy & John T. Haller Jr.481 Glade Mill RoadValencia, PA 16059

724/898-0082724/898-2790

[email protected]

SHOW RECORD21 wins, 2000 Madison Classic WON FHOp, WON

FHCh, SummerFun WON FHOp, WON FHCh,Tanbark WON FHOp, WON FHCh, Des MoinesSpring WON FHOp, WON FHCh; 1999 Sum-merFun WON FHOp, WON FHCh, WI FuturityWON FHOp, WON FHCh; 1996 Madison Clas-sic WON FHOp, WON FHCh, SummerFunWON FHOp, Des Moines Spring WON FHOp;1995 Madison Classic WON FHOp, WONFHCh, Midwest WON FHOp, WON FHCh,SummerFun WON FHOp.

IN THE STUDFrom 64 Registered Get, MONACO has sired 1

KSF ribbon winner with 4 ribbons (1st-8th),and 16 futurity ribbon winners. Winnersinclude:

Monaco's Belle M.H.S. 131994, 1998 ch. m(Shamrocks And Emeralds) 4 wins. 2003 Mil-waukee Spring PkFHOp, 2002 WI Futurity3GPkJr, Mid-America Signature 5GJr, 2001Madison Classic UPHA5G.

Rebel Rooster 111778, 2002 ch. g (T.R.-Riffic) 4wins. 2009 Chattanooga-Cleveland 5GNv, 2008Lawrenceburg 5GAmSt, Summer Challenge5GAmCh, 2009 KY Spring Premiere5GLimHrsAmEx, 2009 KSF 2nd 5GKYCFCh.

Monaco's Majesty 110387, 2001 ch. g (Color MePerfect) 2 wins. 2009 Burlington Spring 5GCh,2007 Asheville Inv 3GPkJrEx.

Princess Grace Of Monaco 140132, 2004 ch. m(Lakeview's Something Special) 2 wins. 2004PA Fut WOp, Tri-State Fut WOp.

Radiant Princess Of Monaco 141914, 2005 b. m(She's Tickled Pink) 2 wins. 2008 DevonUPHA3GPkPl, Tri-State Fut 3yoUnSdl.

Riverview's Ben 116645, 2005 ch. s (Raisinette) 2wins. 2009 Westmoreland PkPl, PkPlOpCh.

Any Dream Will Do 136151, 2001 b. m (I PreferBoardwalk PHF) 1 win. 2006 FASH SpringPkPlAm.

Magic By Monaco M.H.S. 123632, 1993 ch. m(Princess Potawattomie) 1 win. 1994 Glen Val-ley YOp.

Princess Rainier 137771, 2002 b. m (Lemon AndLime) 1 win. 2009 New River Val 3GPkAOT.

Rose Of Monaco 138753, 2003 ch. m (Lucky'sLiberty Belle) 1 win. 2008 OH St Fair FHNv.

That's Mama's Boy MJB 121064, 2008 b. s(That's Fancy) 1 win. 2008 MN Fut Wean-lingStRes.

Mediterranean Mirage 146398, 2008 b. m(Colour My Destiny) 2008 MN Fut 2nd Bm&Fo.

Monaco's Great Day 116750, 2005 b. s (SomeDays Are Diamonds) 2005 MN Fut 4th WAmCo.

Monaco's Mark M.H.S. 100256, 1994 ch. g(Princess Potawattomie) 1995 WI Fut 2nd YCo.

Pink Panther 117817, 2006 ch. s (She's TickledPink) 2006 Tri-State Fut 3rd WAm.

MALE LINEHIS SIRE, CHBUCK ROGERS, has 4 KSF wins: 1988

KSF FHWGC, FHS/GSt, 1987 KSF FHAmSt,FHAmCh. From 193 Registered Get, he has 26KSF ribbon winners with 119 ribbons (1st-8th),8 CHs, and 17 futurity ribbon winners. Winnersinclude:

CHEleanor Rigby 118501, 1989 ch. m (Peregrine)47 wins. 4 KSF wins. 1997 FHAmSt, 1996FHAmCh, FHAmGntSt, 1995 FHAmGntSt.

CHX's And O's 96918, 1991 ch. g (Sea Angels'Desdemona) 71 wins. 3 KSF wins. 1998 KSF3GAmCh, 3GAmOv15.2St, 1997 KSF3GAmOv15.2St.

CHJane Doe 120600, 1991 ch. m (Petit Parfait) 44wins. 3 KSF wins. 1995 KSF 3GJr15.2&UnSt,3GJrCh, 1994 National Fut 3yo3G.

FEMALE LINE1ST DAMMY FANTASIA 90255, 1975, b. 10 foals. 1985 CA

Futurity IHBm&W, IHBm&Fo.Promises 112615 (1987 b. m by CHSky Watch) 1

win. 1 KSF win. 1990 National Am Fut3yo3GPlAm.

Space Pirate 79973 (1983 b. g by CHBuck Rogers)9 wins. Also, 1986 National Fut 2nd 3yoPl.

Dream Night 108364 (1985 b. m by CHNightProwler) 3 wins. 1990 CA Futurity 3GPkCh,1988 Charity Fair & Del Mar 3GPlPsp.

Buck's Fantasia 100354 (1981 ch. m by CHBuckRogers).

2ND DAMMISS LUCKY MCDONALD 65305, 1958, b. 6 foals. Night Alive 71119 (1978 b. s by Fountain Of

Youth) 5 wins. 1987 NM St Fair WmShCWP,1985 CA Futurity CWPAm, CWPCh, AZ Futuri-ty CWPAm.

Darling Desdemona 91500 (1976 b. m by Valley'sDesdemona Denmark). Dam of Dahlia Desde-mona Denmark.

King's Lucky Charm 66955 (1963 b. m by Yan-kee's American King). Dam of Society's TopSpot, El Rey Manchado, Society's CharmingGenius.

Offshore Wind 88851 (1975 b. m by Easter Gos-sip).

The Night Watch 72914 (1979 b. s by Fountain OfYouth).

3RD DAMMY FLASHY HIGHLAND 39653, 1944, pal. 7 foals.Dale's Girl 69117 (1957 b. m by Easter Dale).

Dam of Truly April, Maggie's Flaxen Flower.Easter Night's Rose 66250 (1955 b. m by Easter

Night). Dam of CHRick Rack, Charlie Check-ers, King's Easter Flash, Hot Commodity,Poor Pitiful Pearl, Giv'Em Helen, NewRoses.

Contact: Amy Haller481 Glade Mill RoadValencia, PA 16059724/898-0082724/[email protected]


PARKER VIEW FARMSVersailles, Kentucky

Private Treaty LFGMare Care, Transported Semen

Nominated to: Futurities as requested.

Contact: Bridget Parker460 Pisgah PikeVersailles, KY 40383859/873-4394 / 859/873-2316859/873-7233 [email protected]

SHOW RECORDMY ROYALE CHARM was not shown.

IN THE STUDThe first foals of MY ROYALE CHARM are due in 2010.

MALE LINEHIS SIRE, SANTANA'S CHARM, has 2 KSF wins:

1988 KSF 5GAmGntSt, 5GAmCh. Also, 1985ASR Sweeps 4yoFH, 1988 Lex Jr League5GAmGnt, KY Fall Classic 5GAmGnt, RockCreek 5GAmCh, 5GAmGnt. From 403 Regis-tered Get, he has 71 KSF ribbon winners with268 ribbons (1st-8th), 11 CHs, and 7 futurityribbon winners. Winners include:

CHOur Charming Lady 135784, 2001 b. m (MyBugatti Royale) 41 wins. 6 KSF wins. 2009 KSF3GWGC, 3GOv15.2St, 2008 KSF 3GWGC,3GLadOv15.2, 2007 KSF 3GLadCh,3GLad15.2&Un, 2009 American Royal3GOv15.2, 3GCh, Lex Jr League 3GCh,3GLadOv15.2, 2008 Lex Jr League 3GLadCh,3GLad15.2&Un, 2007 American Royal 3GLad-Ch, 3GLad15.2&Un, Lex Jr League 3GLadCh,3GLad15.2&Un, 2005 American Royal3GResCh, Lex Jr League 3GJr15.2&Un.

CHAmusing 128492, 1996 ch. m (Concubine [BHF])33 wins. 4 KSF wins. 2008 KSF 5GLadAmM,2007 KSF 5GAmM, 2005 KSF 5GAmM, 2002KSF 5GLadAmMSt, 2008 Lex Jr League5GAmM, KY Fall Classic 5GLad, Rock Creek5GAmM, KY Spring Premiere 5GAm, 2007 LexJr League 5GAmCh, 5GAmM, 2006 AmericanRoyal 5GLadM, 2005 American Royal 5GLadM,Lex Jr League 5GAmM, 2004 American Royal5GLadM, Lex Jr League 5GAmCh, 5GAmM,2003 American Royal 5GLadM, 2002 AmericanRoyal 5GAmM, Lex Jr League 5GAmM.

Sass With Class 130107, 1997 ch. m (Buck's Aria)

20 wins. 3 KSF wins. 2003 KSF FHMareSt,FHKCFCh, 2002 KSF FHKCFCh.

Pisgah Pike 96966, 1992 ch. g (Belle's Bewitched) 7wins. 3 KSF wins. 1996 KSF FHJrS/GSt, 1995KSF FH3yoS/GSt, 1994 KY Fut 2yoFH, 1997 LexJr League 5GCh, 1995 Lex Jr League FH3yo.

CHTasty Charm 88829, 1987 ch. g (Mountjoy's TastyTart) 45 wins. 2 KSF wins. 1992 KSF 3GJrExSt,1989 KSF 3G2yoSt, ASR Sweeps 2yo3G, 2003Madison Classic FHAm, YthChlgFH.

CHCameo's Carte Blanche 123945, 1993 ch. m(Callaway's Cameo) 29 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2006KSF 3GPnyJrEx, 2005 KSF 3GPnyJrEx, 1997ASR Sweeps 4yo3G.

Waltz 103395, 1996 ch. g (A Buck A Dance) 15 wins.2 KSF wins. 2004 KSF 3GPkOpCh, 3GPkOpS/G.

A Silver Charm 111413, 2001 ch. g (R.R. SilverLady) 10 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2006 KSF3G15.2&UnSt, 2004 KSF 5G3yoS/GSt, 2009Mid-America Fall 3G15.2&Un, 2008 Lex JrLeague 3G15.2&Un, 2006 Lex Jr League3G15.2&Un, KY Spring Premiere 3GSt, 2005Lex Jr League 5GJrCh.

Sheba's Charm 138529, 2001 ch. m (Callaway'sLimelight) 6 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2006 KSF3GLadAm15.2&Un, 2004 KSF 5G3yoMSt,2006 Lex Jr League 3GAm15.2&Un, 2005American Royal 3GRes15.2&Un.

Sir William Robert 108359, 1999 ch. s (RebelEmpress) 6 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2002 NationalFut 3yoFH, 2001 KY Fut 2yoFH.

Full Color 123946, 1993 ch. m (Royal Scot's Pizzazz)17 wins. 1 KSF win. 1996 National Fut 3yoFH.

Charmson 94864, 1990 ch. g (Sweetwater's Debut)11 wins. 1 KSF win. 1993 National Fut 3yo3GPl.

I'm Royalty Too 113000, 2002 ch. g (My BugattiRoyale) 11 wins. 1 KSF win. 2008 KSF5GLadGSt, 2009 Lex Jr League 5GLadG, 2007Lex Jr League 5GGeld.

Tremendously Charming 141542, 2005 ch. m

(She's Tremendous) 9 wins. 1 KSF win. 2009KSF 3GCPAd, Rock Creek 3GCPAdCh.

Ashlyn's Voodoo Charm 115510, 2004 ch. g(RSF Dream Come True) 7 wins. 1 KSF win.2009 KSF 5GKCFCh, Rock Creek 5GNv.

Marc Of Charm 117901, 2006 ch. s (Pretty Ribbons)4 wins. 1 KSF win. 2009 KSF 5G3yoS/G, Lex JrLeague 5G3yo, 2008 Lex Jr League FH2yo.

I'm A Lucky Charm 110087, 2000 ch. s ((SA)Studcor Her Royal Highness) 34 wins. 2009American Royal FHResSt.

FEMALE LINE1ST DAMMY BUGATTI ROYALE 122445, 1992, blk. 7 foals.

1996 KSF FHJrCh.CHOur Charming Lady 135784, 2001 b. m (San-

tana’s Charm) 41 wins. 6 KSF wins. 2009 KSF3GWGC, 3GOv15.2St, 2008 KSF 3GWGC,3GLadOv15.2, 2007 KSF 3GLadCh,3GLad15.2&Un, 2009 American Royal3GOv15.2, 3GCh, Lex Jr League 3GCh,3GLadOv15.2, 2008 Lex Jr League 3GLadCh,3GLad15.2&Un, 2007 American Royal 3GLad-Ch, 3GLad15.2&Un, Lex Jr League 3GLadCh,3GLad15.2&Un, 2005 American Royal3GResCh, Lex Jr League 3GJr15.2&Un.

I'm Royalty Too 113000, 2002 ch. g (Santana’sCharm) 11 wins. 1 KSF win. 2008 KSF5GLadGSt, 2009 Rock Creek 5GLad, 2009KSF RWC 5GLadG.

Nubiana 143214 2006 blk. m (The Tango Dancer)2 wins. 2009 ASR Sweeps 3yoFH, UPHASpring Premiere UPHA3GPkPl. Also, 2009KSF 4th FH3yoM.

I'm A Bugatti Too 140261 2004 b. m (Sir WilliamRobert). Dam of I Want To Tango Too, River-dreams' Tango Two.

Jon Bugatti 111559 1999 ch. s ((SA) ArborlaneTangos Wee Pee). Sire of Kent Brockman.

CHValley View Supreme (WC, WGC)Supreme Sultan

Melody O'Lee (BHF)Sultan's Santana (WC, WGC)

Golden ThunderboltGrand View's Majorette (BHF) CHAmerica Beautiful (WGC, BHF)

Santana's Charm (WC, WCC), 1981 ch.Sensation Rex

Vanity's Sensation Of Crebilly CHMeadow Vanity (WGC, BHF)Vanity's Belle CHKing's Genius (WC)

Ky. Cardinal Belle (BHF)Beverly BelleCHWing Commander (WC, WGC)CHYorktown (WC, WGC)Oman's Anacacho Maytime (BHF)

Local HeroDenmark's Bourbon Genius

Barham's Reality (BHF)Stonewall Symphonette

My Bugatti Royale (WCC), 1992 blk.Night Of Folly

Carey's Night Of LoveCarey Stonewall

Bi-Mi RepliqueVanity's Sensation Of Crebilly

Lady Of VanityCenter Piece

Owner: John T. Jones Saddlebred Sales LLC

Lexington, KY513/226-8155

[email protected]

MY ROYALE CHARM 119876 Bay, 2007, Bred by Bridgett Mills Parker, Versailles, KY

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ALLIANCE STUDSimpsonville, Kentucky

$1,500 LFGMare Care

Contact: Dr. Scott Bennett, DVM1630 Todds Point RoadSimpsonville, Kentucky 40067502/722-0203502/722-2663 [email protected]

SHOW RECORD1 win, 2009 AL Charity WON FHOp.

IN THE STUDNOBLE HERITAGE PRAETORIAN’s first foal was

registered in 2009: Noble Heritage BoddaGetta (Orchid’s Top Lady).

MALE LINEHIS SIRE, PERIAPTOR, has 15 wins including

1989-1991 American Royal 5GStal. From 516Registered Get, he has 106 KSF ribbon win-ners with 287 ribbons (1st-8th), 8 CHs, and16 futurity ribbon winners. Winners include:

CHLady Periana 125492, 1994 ch. m (MajesticJane) 35 wins. 7 KSF wins. 2001 & 2004-2005 KSF 3GLad15.2&Un, 2002-2003 KSF3GLadCh, 1997 KSF 3G3yoSt, 1996 KSF3G2yoSt. Also, 2000-2001 & 2004-2005 KSF2nd 3GLadCh, 2002-2003 KSF 2nd3GLad15.2&UnSt, 1998 KSF 2nd3GJr15.2&UnSt, 2nd 3GJrCh.

Arrowhead's Dreamcatcher 114610, 2003 ch.g (The-Fizz-Is-On) 15 wins. 3 KSF wins.2008-2009 KSF 5GLadAmG, 2007 KSF5GJrS/G. Also, 2008 KSF 2nd 5GLadAmCh,2006 KSF 2nd 5G3yoS/G.

If I Had A Love 106308, 1998 b. g (SundaySong) 7 wins. 3 KSF wins. 2002 KSFFHJrS/GSt, 2001 National Fut 3yoFH, 2000KY Fut 2yoFH, 2001 ASR Sweeps 3yoFH,2001 American Royal UPHAFHCh.

Selby Lane 132125, 1998 b. m (Glory Glory-FVF) 23 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2003 KSF Eq.Also, 2000 KSF 3rd 3G2yoSt.

The Woodsider 111474, 2001 ch. g (The VoodooQueen) 13 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2008 KSF3GPkOpS/G, 2006 KSF 3GPkOpS/G. Also,2007 KSF 2nd 3GPkOpS/G, 2003 KSF 2nd

3G2yoSt.Surrender To Fantasy 126572, 1994 b. m (Bet-

ter Judgement) 11 wins. 2 KSF wins. 1997KSF 5G3yoMSt, 1996 KSF 5G2yoS.

I'm A Hot Ticket 111538, 2000 blk. g (Star-bound P.V.) 10 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2004 KSF3GJrOv15.2St, 2002 KSF FH2yoS/GSt, 2003American Royal UPHA3GCh. Also, 2004 KSF2nd 3GJrCh, 2003 KSF 2nd 3G3yoSt.

Exalted Effect 101707, 1994 blk. s (Dear Heart,B.K.O.) 9 wins. 2 KSF wins. 1998 KSFFHJrCh, FHJrS/GSt, 1997 American RoyalUPHAFHCh.

Punch Baby 139371, 2003 ch. m (Let's GetPhizzical) 4 wins. 2 KSF wins. 2007 KSF3GJrOv15.2, 2006 KSF 3G3yo. Also, 2007KSF 2nd 3GJrCh.

Brookhill's Periday 110639, 2001 b. g (CHIt's ABeautiful Day [BHF]) 31 wins. 1 KSF win. 2008KSF 3GPkCh.

CHForever Aptor 103812, 1996 ch. g (I Did, I Did)29 wins. 1 KSF win. 2005 KSF 5GSPAd.

CHSunshine Way 133720, 1999 ch. m (ContessaSupreme) 27 wins. 1 KSF win. 2004 KSF3GPkOpM.

CHGone Platinum 108528, 1999 blk. g (Harlem'sMoondance) 26 wins. 1 KSF win. 2006 KSFFHLad, 2008 Pin Oak FHOp, FHCh.

CHRoyal Messenger 108509, 1999 ch. g (MajesticJane) 23 wins. 1 KSF win. 2003 KSF3GOv15.2St, ASR Sweeps 4yo3G.

In Touch 108545, 1999 ch. g (A Touch Of Radi-ance) 13 wins. 1 KSF win. 2003 KSFFHJrS/GSt.

Voulez Vous 140092, 2004 b. m (Akasha) 13 wins.1 KSF win. 2008 KSF FHJrCh, ASR Sweeps4yoFH, 2009 River Ridge FHOp, FHCh.

CHRob Me Blind 103809, 1996 blk. g (BewitchedGoddess) 12 wins. 1 KSF win. 2000 KSF5GJrS/GSt, 2001 American Royal 5GAmS/G.

Perdita Rose 125526, 1994 b. m (All Roses) 7wins. 1 KSF win. 1996 KY Am Fut 2yoIHAm,1999 JD Massey 3GPkJrEx, 1998 AmericanRoyal PkPlJr, KY Fall Classic PkPl.

FEMALE LINE1ST DAMMOET 116544, 1989, gr. 3 foals. 8 wins. 2 KSF

wins: 1999-2000 KSF 5GJrEx. Also, 2001KSF 2nd 5GJrExSt, 1998 KSF 2nd5GMareSt, 1990 KY Fut 3rd Yop.

2ND DAMCAMILLA FOX 102290, 1982, ch. 11 foals. CHUnattached 84436 (1985 ch. g by Attache) 32

wins. 3 KSF wins. 1995 KSF 5GLadCh, 1991KSF 5GGeldSt, 1986 KSF YbrSt.

Attached 99368 (1993 ch. g by Supreme Heir) 1win. 1998 National Ch Pleasure 3GSPNvG.

Attache's Galatea 112509 (1987 gr. m byAttache) 13 foals. Dam of CHRevolver, Slight-ly Dangerous.

Camilla's Foxy Lady 127295 (1995 gr. m by TheMean Machine). 7 foals. Dam of ExquisiteAirs.

Carefulleigh 128642 (1996 ch. m by CHCara-mac).7 foals. Dam of Stonehedge SupremeContender, Caramac's New Yorker.

The Silver Storm 114665 (2004 gr. s byAttache's Thunderbolt) 2004 All American 2ndW-AACup.

3RD DAMSUPREME'S SILVER MIST 81409, 1970, gr. 7

foals. The Moon Pie 96858 (1979 br. m by Penny's

Superior Stonewall). Dam of Black BottomPie, Attache's American Pie, River Bend'sEclipse.

Trumpets And Crumpets 94808 (1978 b. m byCHSuperior Odds). Dam of Marakesh, Satori.

CHWing Commander (WC, WGC)Wing's Fleet Admiral

The Genius' QueenCHCourageous AdmiralIndiana Ace

Indiana J E M (BHF)Courageous Tillie

Periaptor, 1984 b.Stonewall Premier

Classic StonewallDuke's Wild Honey

ElianaWing's Fleet Admiral

Admiral's Singing WindsGenius Strippin PippinCHWing Commander (WC, WGC)

Chief Of Greystone (WC)Carol Trigg (BHF)

Attache (WC)My Major Genius

The King's GeniSilver Lass

Moet (WC), 1989 gr.Wing's Fleet Admiral

Grape Tree's FoxClarma's Harmony

Camilla FoxStonewall Supreme

Supreme's Silver MistPassing Romance

Owner: Lucinda Jo Trimble HartleyNoble Heritage Saddlebreds

618 Cherrywood DriveElizabethtown, KY 42701

270/765-2517

NOBLE HERITAGE PRAETORIAN 113030Gray, 2002, Bred by Lucinda Jo Trimble Hartley, Elizabethtown, KY

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� ASGN info � CH status � Former Registration info � Blood Typing / DNA info ASHA has also made the filename of

the downloaded “official statement”from the website a little more user-frien-dly. Keep in mind that these documentsmay be provided to competition mana-gement at licensed USEF competitions inlieu of copying actual/original Certif -icates of Registration.

Pedigree Search Modification In order to make the online pedigree

and horse database more friendlytoward research, all the columns of Getfor a particular horse are now sortable.If you go to a specific horse’s pedigreepage on the website, and scroll down tothe list of get, you now have the abilityto click on the headers of the columnsand sort by:

� Registration Number� Horse Name � Foal Date � Color � Sex � Bred With Dam For example, now it will be much

easier for a person to easily see all thestallions out of a certain horse, or allchestnut-colored get, instead of havingto manually look through it.

My Media Optimizations With the help of a couple of diligent

and extremely helpful members, ASHAhas identified and corrected severalsmall bugs within the “My Horses”application on the website. It is now

easier to find and connect horses fromdifferent profiles. A bug was fixed rela-ted to the showing of the media icon inpedigrees. ASHA has also streamlinedthe deletion of horses from profiles.

My Trails — Almost There! The day is growing closer for laun-

ching the “My Trails” application. Rightnow ASHA is in the final testing phaseand plan on rolling this feature out assoon as possible. Riders will be able tochoose a horse from the list in their “MyHorses” section and input a location,date and total miles ridden. If the totalmileage is not known, there is now aquick and easy way to plot locations onan interactive Google map that will auto-matically tally up the total miles. Oncethis information is filled in, it will createa new entry on the “My Trails” section,and as more and more entries are added,riders will be able to keep up with theirstats with the easy-to-find “Total TrailsRidden” and “Total Miles Ridden”information. Soon after launch, ASHAwill update the application with a dash-board of statistics and rankings.



Leading SiresRanked by Earnings of Get at All Futurities, 2005-2009

The following list ranks sires by their get’s earnings at all American Saddlebred Registry Affiliated Futurities. The sires are listed with their foaling date and sire, followed by their total number of get,get’s earnings, the number of get that competed in futurities, the average futurity earnings of competing get, the sire’s top earner and the top earner’s total earnings. Underlined horses are those notreported to the American Saddlebred Registry as deceased. Bolding designates the leader in each category. Statistics as of March 17, 2010.

Total Get # Futurity Avg. Earnings Top Earner’sRank Sire Total Get Earnings Get Fut. Get Top Earner Total Earnings1 THE LAST DON 106254 (1998, Blazing Fire) 32 $326,344 26 $12,552 Bella La Donna $51,7672 SIR WILLIAM ROBERT 108359 (1999, Santana's Charm) 297 $280,036 57 $4,913 MBA’s Sir William Blue $30,4403 UNDULATA'S NUTCRACKER 111612 (2001, CHCaramac) 290 $204,584 30 $6,819 S'More Undulata $44,5544 CATALYST 86017 (1986, Manhattan Supreme) 466 $153,548 29 $5,295 The Cat Walk $55,2925 THE SKY KING 107738 (1999, CHSky Watch) 54 $134,688 21 $6,414 Virtual Devotion $38,7576 CF FIRST NIGHT OUT 91237 (1988, CHNight Prowler) 297 $112,501 22 $5,114 At Night $17,3767 KALARAMA CABERNET 98481 (1993, Bi-Mi Sultan's Wine) 74 $103,452 1 $103,452 Life Is A Cabernet TS $103,4528 BELLE REVE'S RENAISSANCE MAN 93296 (1989, I'm A New Yorker) 142 $77,456 16 $4,841 Renaissance Man's Medici $17,7179 WINSDOWN HI OCTANE 96888 (1992, Pride Of Ridgefield) 150 $73,175 33 $2,217 Winsdown Rolling Rock $13,79310 CON HEIR 106667 (1998, Supreme Heir) 89 $72,088 3 $24,029 With Bells On $68,59111 EXALTED EFFECT 101707 (1994, Periaptor) 37 $71,115 4 $17,779 Pola Negri $68,99412 I'M THE PRINCE 103847 (1996, Merchant Prince) 59 $69,453 5 $13,891 I'm Grande $52,85513 THE PHANTOM MAN 97466 (1992, CHMan On The Town) 72 $65,492 2 $32,746 The Phantom Force $53,42714 SANTANA HOSANNA 101880 (1995, Sultan's Santana) 102 $64,019 25 $2,561 Mountjoy's Bullseye $14,25615 ATTACHE'S ROYAL ASSETS 104246 (1996, Attache's Liquid Asset) 308 $63,005 46 $1,370 Fort Chiswell's Special Edition $9,98916 DESIGNED 102451 (1995, CHCaramac) 224 $62,910 15 $4,194 Glenview's Excelalante! $30,27017 THE IRISH CONNECTION 82223 (1984, Supreme Sultan) 203 $61,632 13 $4,741 Golden Market $38,84818 RIFLES AND ROSES 94782 (1990, Carey's Night Of Love) 161 $60,353 10 $6,035 Pull The Trigger $19,42819 GYPSY SANTANA 99025 (1993, Sultan's Santana) 301 $60,190 16 $3,762 The Lady Chablis $30,06220 SIR YORK 103257 (1996, Sir Narcissus) 46 $59,365 14 $4,240 Miss Serena $17,96721 PERIAPTOR 81530 (1984, CHCourageous Admiral) 519 $58,496 18 $3,250 Majestic Monsieur $18,27522 I'M A NEW YORKER 76843 (1980, New Yorker) 443 $55,613 20 $2,781 Our Axel Rose $13,40223 ULTIMATUM 93737 (1989, CHWill Shriver) 97 $55,595 10 $5,560 She's Wonderful Tonight $35,91024 CHTHE KING OF HIGHPOINT 79442 (1982, Sultan's Contract) 409 $52,252 6 $8,709 Make Your Mark $25,74825 PENTAGON 98664 (1993, Manhattan Supreme) 12 $51,969 3 $17,323 Ask Me Again $42,25426 FOX CREEK 89859 (1988, Grape Tree's Fox) 215 $50,661 13 $3,897 Mountjoy's Vixen $27,02427 DON'T WORRY 94513 (1990, Casindra's Sultan) 123 $50,014 30 $1,667 The Distinguishing Mark $25,22028 LEATHERWOOD'S STARLIGHT 95371 (1991, CHStarlike Sultan) 96 $46,968 7 $6,710 Leatherwood's Starlogic $16,21929 WINSDOWN WESTINGHOUSE 113822 (2003, Winsdown Hi Octane) 38 $45,204 28 $1,614 Winsdown Kathryn Kennedy $8,62530 IT'S HAMMERTIME 95164 (1990, The Manipulator) 222 $45,097 23 $1,961 Coco Cool $23,45131 MY KINDA LOVIN' 111879 (2002, Time Out For Lovin') 40 $44,728 26 $1,720 My Secret's Out $11,54032 CHCALL ME RINGO 103379 (1996, Sultan's Great Day) 33 $44,371 7 $6,339 Call Me Regal $30,76633 THE CHEETAH 80833 (1983, Supreme Sultan) 95 $44,360 11 $4,033 King's Carma $11,41534 CALLAWAY'S NORTHERN KISS 111205 (2001, Callaway's Blue Norther) 109 $43,927 16 $2,745 Hey! Handsome $22,50035 SUPREME HEIR 74815 (1980, Supreme Sultan) 679 $40,623 21 $1,934 Royal Crest's Rockin' On Heir $9,16136 MAGICAL ME 111421 (2001, I'm The Prince) 18 $40,367 2 $20,184 My Bippity Boppity Boo $40,30337 UHLEN BRANCH 93304 (1988, Sultan's Great Day) 66 $39,524 8 $4,941 Mooi Mooi $14,95038 CHHARLEM TOWN 86894 (1986, Harlem Globetrotter) 135 $38,695 10 $3,870 Mirror Me $24,20339 MOUNTAINVIEW'S OH HEAVENLY DAY 95225 (1991, The Coal Train) 141 $37,329 16 $2,333 Winsdown Day Trader $8,07540 UNLISTED 102484 (1995, Supreme Heir) 176 $36,090 39 $925 Ipod $4,81441 OUR CHARM 106942 (1998, Santana's Charm) 81 $35,840 1 $35,840 Coco Latte $35,84042 CALLAWAY'S GUY PARK 108009 (1999, Callaway's Blue Norther) 73 $35,514 3 $11,838 Guy From Vegas $33,05343 REEDANN'S TOP GUN 86489 (1986, Stonewall's Main Event) 190 $35,388 11 $3,217 Pull Up Your Socks $27,00044 SIMPLY MAJESTIC 100996 (1994, Radiant Sultan) 59 $34,670 10 $3,467 Majestica $11,36445 ATTACHE'S THUNDERBOLT 93686 (1990, Attache) 197 $34,426 7 $4,918 A Storm Star $16,24446 THE MYSTERY WRITER 110960 (2001, Callaway's Blue Norther) 108 $33,965 5 $6,793 Colorful Tale $29,65447 SANTANA'S TROPICAL HEAT WAVE 101084 (1994, Sultan's Santana) 19 $33,537 6 $5,590 One Hot Debutante $21,08748 BORN CONTENDER 109464 (2000, Attache's Born Believer) 23 $33,351 4 $8,338 The Great Contender $31,78049 DAKOTA THUNDER 81738 (1984, Stardust's Sultan) 75 $33,079 4 $8,270 A Stormy Affaire $29,24050 REEDANN'S HEIR TO GLORY 114783 (2004, Supreme Heir) 9 $31,475 2 $15,738 Heir Color $30,80651 SUPREMACY'S HIGH TIME 87938 (1987, CHAlbelarm Supremacy) 219 $31,265 17 $1,839 High Time's Northern Son $6,70152 PHI SLAMA JAMA 84303 (1984, CHThe Karankawa Chief) 466 $31,094 11 $2,827 Phind The Treasure $14,60553 COUNTY TREASURE 112716 (2002, Rare Treasure) 66 $30,913 13 $2,378 County Supervisor $14,17554 SEAHEART 106279 (1997, CHBuck Rogers) 52 $30,215 21 $1,439 Royal Crest's A Stone In The Dark $6,69755 CHCALLAWAY'S WISH ME WILL 94034 (1990, CHWill Shriver) 85 $29,728 8 $3,716 Entourage $24,00056 OCEANFRONT 98788 (1993, Santana's Charm) 63 $29,160 5 $5,832 The Lady's Man $24,52457 LOVE IS IN THE HEIR 110253 (2001, CHHeir To Champagne) 27 $29,150 9 $3,239 Lipstick Letter $15,39458 GENERAL STEEL 87519 (1986, Penny's Superior Stonewall) 136 $28,562 10 $2,856 Jack Nicholson $8,20659 REVIVAL 95289 (1991, Sultan's Santana) 97 $28,028 6 $4,671 CHMother Mary $13,40960 JON BUGATTI 111559 (1999, (SA) Arborlane Tangos Wee Pee) 32 $27,932 2 $13,966 Bugatti's Pinata $18,00061 THE WISH CARD 96796 (1991, Attache) 20 $27,892 5 $5,578 Diamond Market $13,18062 CHCALLAWAY'S BORN TO WIN 99023 (1993, Callaway's Blue Norther) 34 $27,728 3 $9,243 CHCallaway's Born For This $13,77763 SIMBARA'S LIVING LEGEND 113286 (2003, Merchant Prince) 13 $27,683 4 $6,921 Soquili's Southern Legend LLC $27,68364 NUREYEV 93541 (1990, I'm A New Yorker) 76 $26,854 5 $5,371 Diamonds And Orchids $24,63465 CASTLE BRAVO 90869 (1988, CHSky Watch) 148 $26,838 6 $4,473 CHCastledream $13,05966 SANTANA'S CHARM 77710 (1981, Sultan's Santana) 407 $25,899 21 $1,233 Excellent Santana $5,97467 DEEP BLUE 106450 (1998, Callaway's Blue Norther) 100 $25,678 3 $8,559 The Blue Martini $25,55168 CHSUPERIOR'S SUCCESSOR 99203 (1993, CHSuperior Odds) 49 $23,473 14 $1,677 Superior Skylark $9,67169 BASQUIAT 104269 (1996, Canadian Ambassador) 47 $21,983 10 $2,198 Briarhill's Million Dollar Baby $7,31070 MJB HIGHLAND DANCE 103279 (1996, Bi Mi World Premier) 11 $21,818 5 $4,364 Meadow Dance $19,70071 POWERFUL CHARM LCC 110070 (2000, Santana's Charm) 135 $21,747 13 $1,673 My Charming Christina $14,46672 OCEAN'S ROAR 105113 (1997, Adriatic) 34 $19,868 4 $4,967 Bouffant $16,40873 SEAFORTH'S BILLION HEIR 114915 (2002, Supreme Heir) 37 $19,258 6 $3,210 Trillion Heiress $17,21474 VHF THE LICORICE DROP KID 113427 (2001, It's Hammertime) 92 $18,742 13 $1,442 Cary's Licorice Treat MBA $7,93975 ONLY MAN IN TOWN 99869 (1993, CHMan On The Town) 79 $18,591 11 $1,690 Home Town Edition $5,757

COMPETITION CALENDARThe following is a list of Saddlebredcompetitions that take place each year.Competitions are listed in chronologicalorder by region. For more informationon a specific show, use the informationprovided. Corrections and additions arewelcomed.

Region 1Monterey Springfest, Monterey County

Fairgrounds, 2004 Fairground Road, Monterey,CA 93940, April 14-17, Rae Deane Stone,805.969.9812, [email protected]

Spotlight Horse Show, 38801 Los Corralites Rd.,Temecula, CA 92592, April 24-25, Anne Speck,760.749.9912, [email protected]

Southwest Classic Horse Show, Westworld ofScottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ85260, May 1-2, www.americansaddlebred -associationofarizona.com, Blair Dingeman,480.419.6667, [email protected]

Zia Classic Arabian Horse Show, 300 SouthPedro NE, Albuquerque, NM 87108, May 6-9,www.nmarab.com, Ben Carrillo, 505.450.3203,[email protected]

UPHA Chapter One Horse Show, The Horse Parkat Woodside, 3674 Sand Hill Road, Menlo Park,CA 94025, May 13-16, www.uphachapter1.com,Peter Fenton, 859.321.9281,[email protected]

Charity Fair, San Diego County Fairgrounds, 2260Jimmy Durante Boulevard, Del Mar, CA 92014,June 15-18, www.charityfairhorseshow.com, Harriet Landrum, 805.687.8711, [email protected]

Santa Barbara National, Earl WarrenShowgrounds, 3400 Calle Real, Santa Barbara,CA 93105, July 7-10, Rae Deane Stone,805.969.9812, [email protected]

Santa Cruz Morgan Horse Show, Santa CruzCounty Fairgrounds, 2601 East Lake Boulevard,Watsonville, CA 95076, July 9-11, Didi Howard,408.847.3503, [email protected]

Southwest Pine Classic, Fort Tuthill County Park,Posse Arena, Exit 337 off I-17, Flagstaff, AZ86001, July 23-25, www.americansaddlebredassociationofarizona.com, Joe Husband,602.841.0541, [email protected]

Southwest Classic Horse Show, Westworld ofScottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale, AZ85260, September 18-19, americansaddle-bredassociationofarizona.com, Blair Dingeman,480.312.6802, [email protected]

California Futurity Horse Show, South PointEvents Center, 9777 Las Vegas Blvd., South LasVegas, NV 89183, October 22-24, www.californiasaddlebred.com, Lawrence Witter,661.252.0907, [email protected]

Arizona Futurity Horse Show, Westworld ofScottsdale, 16601 North Pima Road, Scottsdale,AZ 85260, October 29-31, www.american -

saddlebredassociationofarizona.com, MarciaEverett, 723.328.9858, [email protected]

Fall Fun Horse Show, 973 Little Gopher CanyonRd., Vista, CA 92084, October 30-31, AnneSpeck, 760.749.9912, [email protected]

Region 2UPHA Chapter 2 Springfest, 22396 S. Parrot

Creek Rd., Oregon City, OR 97045, May 28-30,Anne Byers, 509.539.8422,[email protected]

Red Deer Classic Horse Show, Westerner Park,4847A 19 Street, Red Deer, AB T4R 2N7, CN,June 28-30, www.saddlebredsofalberta.com,Raylene McWade, 780.986.6731,[email protected]

Summer Showcase, Oregon Horse Center,90751 Prairie Road, Eugene, OR 97402, July 15-17, www.oregonhorsecenter.com, ChrisSloan, 541.689.9700, [email protected]

C-Fair Charity, Evergreen Equestrian Park, 14405179th Avenue SE, Monroe, WA 98272, August 4-8, www.morganhorseshows.com, Lauri Huston, 206.818.8008, [email protected]

Western Canadian Championship Horse Show,Westerner Park, 4847A 19 Street, Red Deer, ABT4R 2N7, CN, August 20-22, www.saddlebredsofalberta.com, RayleneMcWade, 780.986.6731, [email protected]

Oregon State Fair, Oregon State Fairgrounds,2330 17th Street NE, Salem, OR 97301, September 2-5, www.oregonstatefair.org, Margo Hepner-Hart, 503.645.0400, [email protected]

Northwest Saddlebred Fall Classic, OregonState Fairgrounds, 2330 17th Street NE, Salem,OR 97301, September 29-October 2,www.nwsaddlebreds.org, Peggy Kelber,503.871.8851, [email protected]

Region 3/4Spring Tune Up, Simon Arena, 29100 Harry

Avenue, Randolph, MN 55065, April 17-18, ToddPerkins, 763.972.6397, [email protected]

Des Moines Springfest, Iowa State Fairgrounds,E 30th Street & E University Avenue, Des Moines, IA 50317, April 22-25, Susan Aschenbrenner, 515.278.2714,[email protected]

FASH Spring, Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265North Snelling Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55108,May 6-9, www.fashinc.com, Stephanie Peterson,763.478.0449, [email protected]

Madison Classic, Alliant Energy Center, 1919Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713,May 27-30, www.madisonclassichorseshow.com,Vicky Holston, 262560.9764, [email protected]

Nebraska Charity Horse Show, Lancaster EventCenter, 4100 North 84th Street, Lincoln, NE68507, June 3-5, www.horseshowcalendar.com,Andrew Shupe, [email protected]

Prairie State Classic, Alliant Energy Center, 1919Alliant Energy Center Way, Madison, WI 53713,June 4-6, www.midstatesmorgan.org, Gail Kelce,815.624.7993, [email protected]

Summerfest Horse Show, Simon Arena, 29100Harry Avenue, Cannon Falls, MN 55065, June 11-13, www.mnhorseshow.com, Bill Couch, 952.432.7519, [email protected]

Tanbark Cavalcade Of Roses, Minnesota StateFairgrounds, 1265 North Snelling Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55108, June 23-26, www.horseshowcalendar.com, Sally Tesch,763.559.4896, [email protected]

Glen Valley Classic, Sunnyview Expo Center, 901 East Sunnyview Rd., Oshkosh, WI 54901,June 25-27, Megan Kelly, 920.420.6906,[email protected]


Oshkosh Charity, Sunnyview Expo Center, 901 East Sunnyview Rd., Oshkosh, WI 54901,July 1-3, www.oshkoshcharity.com, VickyHolston, 262.560-9764, [email protected]

ASAW SummerFun Horse Show, WisconsinState Park, 640 South 84th Street, West Allis, WI53214, July 21-24, www.asaw.org, Vicky Holston,262.560.9764, [email protected]

Iowa Summer Spectacular, Iowa EquestrianCenter, 6301 Kirkwood Boulevard SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404, July 23-25, Susan Aschenbrenner, 515.278.2714,[email protected]

Mid-Summerfest Horse Show, Simon Arena,29100 Harry Avenue, Randolph, MN 55065,July 30-August 1, www.mnhorseshow.com, Bill Couch, 952.432.7519, [email protected]

Madison Invitational, 1919 Alliant Energy CenterWay, Madison, WI 53713, August 13-15,www.horseshowcalendar.com, Michelle Wich,715.282.6233, [email protected]

Iowa State Fair, Iowa State Fairgrounds, 400 East14th Street, Des Moines, IA 50319, August 17-19, www.iowastatefair.org, Jennifer Cannon,515.262.3111, [email protected]

Minnesota State Fair, Minnesota State Fairgrounds, 1265 North Snelling Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55108, August 25-31,www.mnstatefair.org, Steve Pooch, 615.288.4417, [email protected]

Iowa Fall Classic, Iowa Equestrian Center, Kirkwood Community College, Cedar Falls, IA50613, September 10-12, Gloria Paulsen,319.266.3363, [email protected]

Wisconsin Futurity Horse Festival, AlliantEnergy Center, 1919 Alliant Energy Center Way,Madison, WI 53713, September 15-19, www.wisconsinsaddlebred.com, Vicky Holston,262.560.7964, [email protected]

Minnesota Futurity Horse Show, MinnesotaEquestrian Center, 24621 Gilmore Valley Road,Winona, MN 55987, October 1-3, www.horseshowcalendar.com, Sally Tesch,763.559.4896, [email protected]

Octoberfest Horse Show, Simon Arena, 29100Harry Avenue, Randolph, MN 55065, October 8-11, www.mnhorseshow.com, Bill Couch,952.432.7519, [email protected]

Region 5Missouri HSA Kick-Off, 2503 West 16th Street,

Sedalia, MO 65802, April 15-17, Lenard Daven -port, 417.864.5310, [email protected]

UPHA Chapter 10 Spring Horse Show, LedgesSporting Horses Equestrian Complex, 12250Love Road, Roscoe, IL 61073, April 24-25,www.horseshowcalendar.com, Sue Hillegonds,815.444.9485, [email protected]

Colorado Classic, National Western EventsCenter, 4655 Humboldt Street, Denver, CO80216, April 30, www.showmetheribbons.com, Farra Baker, 303.355.7633, [email protected]

UPHA Chapter V, American Royal Complex, 1701American Royal Court, Kansas City, MO 64102,May 5-8, www.uphachapter5.com, Chuck Walker,859.225.6970, [email protected]

IASPHA Spring Show I & II, Boone CountyFairgrounds, 8791 IL Route 76, Belvidere, IL61008, May 8-9, www.iaspha.com, CindieKozeluh, 847.824.5347, [email protected]

Midwest Charity, Illinois State FairgroundsColiseum, 801 Sangamon Avenue, Springfield,IL 62702, June 15-19, www.midwestcharity.com,Judy Kjellander, [email protected]

UPHA Almost Summer, Denver National WesternEvents Center, 4655 Humboldt Street, Denver,CO 80216, June 18-20, www.showmetheribbons.com, Farra Baker,303.355.7633, [email protected]

Longview Charity Horse Show, Longview HorsePark, 12600 Raytown Rd., Kansas City, MO64149, June 25-26, www.saddleupinc.com,Marjorie Bain, 913.681.2397, [email protected]

Huntsville Horse Show, Huntsville Fairgrounds,Huntsville, MO 65259, July 2-3, Lynn Frazee,573.696.3601, [email protected]

IASPHA Summer Show I & II, Boone CountyFairgrounds, 8791 IL Route 76, Belvidere, IL61008, July 10-11, www.iaspha.com, CindieKozeluh, 847.824.5347, [email protected]

Central States Benefit Horse Show, Hale Arena-American Royal Complex, 1701 American RoyalCourt, Kansas City, MO 64102, July 22-24,www.csbhs.org, Lynn McCallister, 913.579.7709,[email protected]

Denver Queen City Horse Show, NationalWestern Events Center, 1515 East 47th Street,Denver, CO 80216, July 22-24, www.coloradosaddlebred.com, Stacey Kipper,303.766.6985, [email protected]

Boone County Fair (MO), Boone CountyFairgrounds, 5212 North Oakland Gravel Road,Columbia, MO 65202, July 29-31,www.boonecountyfairgrounds.com, Tracy Mulligan, 573.474.9435, [email protected]

Mid-America Signature, Ledges Sporting Horses,12250 Love Road, Roscoe, IL 61073, July 30-August 1, www.midamericahorseshow.org, Joy Meierhans, 630.557.2575, [email protected]

Missouri State Fair, 2503 West 16th Street,Sedalia, MO 65301, August 10-13,www.mostatefair.com, Lenard Davenport,417.864.5310, [email protected]

Continental Divide Horse Show, The Ranch,5280 Arena Circle, Loveland, CO 80538, August20-22, www.showmetheribbons.com, Farra Baker, 303.355.7633, [email protected]

Mid-America Charity Horse Show, LongviewHorse Park, 126th & Old Raytown Road, KansasCity, MO 64149, September 3-4, www.midamericasaddlebred.org, Jan Harvey, [email protected]

IASPHA Fall Show I & II, Boone CountyFairgrounds, 8791 IL Route 76, Belvidere, IL61008, September 4-5, www.iaspha.com, CindieKozeluh, 847.824.5347, [email protected]

Colorado Fall Charity, National Western StadiumArena, 4755 Humboldt St., Denver, CO 80216,September 17-19, www.showmetheribbons.com,Anne Burton, 303.665.3307, [email protected]

Saint Louis National Charity, The NationalEquestrian Center, 6880 Lake Saint LouisBoulevard, Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367,September 22-25, www.stlouishorseshow.com,Charles Byron, 256.773.4594,[email protected]

UPHA Chapter 10 Fall Horse Show, LedgesSporting Horses, 12250 Love Road, Roscoe, IL61073, October 2-3, www.horseshow -calendar.com, Sue Hillegonds, 815.444.9485, [email protected]

Mid-America Mane Event, Illinois StateFairgrounds Coliseum, 801 Sangamon Avenue,Springfield, IL 62702, October 21-24,www.midamericahorseshow.org, Joy Meierhans,630.557.2575, [email protected]

UPHA/American Royal National Championship,Kansas City, MO, November 16-20, www.americanroyal.com, Beth Snider,502.647.0076, [email protected]

Region 6/7Oklahoma Centennial, Oklahoma State Fair Park,

3001 General Pershing Boulevard, OklahomaCity, OK 73107, April 8-11,www.okcentennial.com, Nancy Braesicke,903.882.4755, [email protected]

Big D Charity, Las Colinas Equestrian Center, 600East Royal Lane, Irving, TX 75039, April 29-May2, www.texassaddlebreds.com, Nancy Lassiter,972.596.5151, [email protected]

NTASHA UPHA Fall Classic, 600 East RoyalLane, Las Colinas Equestrian Ceter, Irving, TX75039, October 8-10,www.texassaddlebreds.com/ntasha, BrentCowan, 972.442.6438,[email protected]

TASHA Holiday Horse Show, Great SouthwestEquestrian Center, 2501 South Mason Road,Katy, TX 77450, December 4-5, www.texas-asha.info, Janie Hamilton, [email protected]

Region 8Kentucky Spring Premier, Kentucky Horse Park,

4089 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511,April 14-16, www.kyspringpremier.com, ScarlettMattson, 270.547.2407, [email protected]

River Ridge Charity, Ohio Expo Center, 717 East17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211, April 21-24,www.riverridgehs.com, Barbara Dunham,740.352.8562, [email protected]

MJMHA Classic Horse Show, Ingham CountyFairgrounds, 700 East Ash Street, Mason, MI,April 23-25, www.mjmha.com, Jennifer Vida,517.592.8588, [email protected]

Evansville Benefit Horse Show, Vanderburgh Co.4H Center, 201 E. Boonville-New Harmony Rd.,Evansville, IN 47725, May 1, evansvillebene-fithorseshow.org, Kathy Stieler, 812.479.1171,[email protected]

KASPHA May Classic Horse Show, ShelbyCounty Fairgrounds, Shelbyville, KY 40065, May 7-8, www.kaspha.org, Gail Kline,502.722.8129, [email protected]

Heartland Classic, Clark County Fairgrounds,4122 Laybourne Road, Springfield, OH 45505,


May 7-9, Judy M. Peters, 614.402.1260, [email protected]

Three Phase Event, 850 Kiddville Rd.,Winchester, KY 40391, May 15-16, www.threephaseevent.org, Kristie Wehmeyer,859.383.0133, [email protected]

ASHAO Annual Show, Ashland County Fair grounds,2402 Claremont Avenue, Ashland, OH 44805, May15-16, www.ohiosaddlebred.com, Alan Brindle,330. 723.0094, [email protected]

Burlington Spring Horse Show, Boone CountyFair Grounds, 5819 Idlewild Road, Burlington,KY 41005, May 28-29, Jim Davis, 859.472.1322

Indianapolis Charity, Indiana State Fairgrounds,1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN, June 2-5, www.indycharityhs.org, Peter Fenton,859.321.9281, [email protected]

Delaware Riding Club Horse Show, DelawareCounty Fairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Avenue,Delaware, OH, June 5-6, www.delawareriding-club.com, Gene Pillion, 740.548.5912

Rock Creek Horse Show, Rock Creek RidingClub, 3114 Rock Creek Drive, Louisville, KY40207, June 8-12, www.rockcreekhorse-show.com, Scarlett Mattson, 270.547.2407,[email protected]

Inter-State Triple Point Horse Show, PortageCounty Fairgrounds, 4215 Fairgrounds Road,Randolph, OH 44265, June 18-20, Terry Walker,724.864.1689, [email protected]

MHSA Medallion Horse Show I & II, InghamCounty Fairgrounds, 700 East Ash Street,Mason, MI 48854, June 19-20, www.michigan-horseshow.com, Marti Lockwood,

Shelby County Fair, 1513 Midland Trail,Shelbyville, KY 40065, June 23-26, www.shelby-cofair.com, Beth Snider, 502.647-0076, [email protected]

Twin Rivers Benefit, Delaware CountyFairgrounds, 236 Pennsylvania Avenue,Delaware, OH 43015, July 1-3, www.twinriver-shorseshow.com, Leslie Backus, 740.815.3189,[email protected]

Lexington Junior League, The Red Mile, 1200 Red Mile Road, Lexington, KY 40504, July 5-10, www.lexjrleague.com, Beth Snider,502.647.0076, [email protected]

Owensboro English Charity Horse Show, 5760Highway 60 West, Bittel Equestrian Center,Owensboro, KY 42301, July 17, SusanBartlett, 270.926.4440, [email protected]

Ohio State Fair, Ohio Expo Center, 717 East 17thAvenue, Columbus, OH 43211, July 21-24,www.ohiostatefair.com, Judy M. Peters,614.402.1260, [email protected]

Swartz Creek Kiwanis Crystal Horse Show,Shiawassee County Fairgrounds, Corunna, MI48817, July 30-31, David H. Bedell,810.659.5393, [email protected]

Dayton Horse Show, Montgomery CountyFairgrounds, 1043 South Main Street, Dayton,OH 45409, August 4-7, www.daytonhorse-show.com, Evette Moody, 937.623.7934,[email protected]

Shelbyville Horse Show, Shelby County Fair grounds, 1513 Midland Trail, Shelbyville, KY

40065, August 4-7,www.shelbyvillehorseshow.com, Beth Snider,502.647.0076, [email protected]

Boone County Fair Horse Show, Boone CountyFair Grounds, 5819 Idlewild Road, Burlington,KY 41005, August 5-7, www.boonecountyfair.org,Larry Burcham, 859.586.6223, [email protected]

Kentucky State Fair, Kentucky Exposition Center, P. O. Box 37130, Louisville, KY 40233,August 22-28, www.kystatefair.org, ScarlettMattson, 270.547.2407, [email protected]

Buckeye Fall Classic, Franklin County Fair grounds,4100 Columbia Street, Hilliard, OH 43026,September 3-5, www.ashao.com, Judy M. Peters,614.402.1260, [email protected]

All American Horse Classic, Indianapolis StateFairgrounds, 1202 East 38th Street, Indianapolis,IN 46205, September 7-11, www.allamerican-horseclassic.com, Claire Panke,[email protected]

KASPHA Kentucky State Championship, ShelbyCounty Fairgrounds, Shelbyville, KY 40065, September 18, www.kaspha.org, Gail Kline,502.722.8129, [email protected]

Fall Festival Open Horse Show, 215 E. DivisionRd., Valparaiso, IN 46383, September 18-19,www.asaadarabians.com, Amy Halaburt,219.988.3146, [email protected]

Brown County Fair, 325 West State Street,George town, OH 45121, September 30,www.browncofair.org, Juanita Barricklow,937.378.3558, [email protected]

Kentucky Fall Classic, Shelby CountyFairgrounds, Shelbyville, KY 40511, October 5-8,www.kyfallclassic.com, Charles Walker,859.333.1406, [email protected]

ASHAM Fall Classic Horse Show, MSU Pavilion,East Lansing, MI 48824, October 7-9,www.asham.org, Cynthia Scoggin,248.540.7666, [email protected]

SAHIBA Sheiks N Shrieks Fall Show, 1385Duncan Road, Frankfort, KY 40601, October 16,www.sahiba.org, Deneb Thompson,[email protected]

Region 9Raleigh Invitational Horse Show, Gov. James B.

Hunt Jr. Horse Complex, 4601 Trinity Road,Raleigh, NC 27607, April 16-18, www.raleighinvitational.com, Joyce Wilson,919.365.5149, [email protected]

J. D. Massey Classic, T. Ed Garrison Arena, 1101W. Queen Street, Pendleton, SC 29670, April 21-24, www.jdmasseyclassic.com, BethSnider, 502.647.0076, [email protected]

UPHA Chapter 8 Horse Show, Tri-State ExhibitionCenter, 200 Natures Trail, McDonald, TN 37353,April 22-24, www.uphach8.com, Jackie Hale,205.669.6649, [email protected]

April Premier Open Horse Show, Sen. Bob MartinEastern Agricultural Center, 2900 NC Highway125 South, Williamston, NC 27892, April 24-25,www.east-coast-horses.com, Norma W. Gurkin,252.809.3687, [email protected]

Asheville Spring Classic Horse Show, WNCAgricultural Center, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road,Fletcher, NC 28732, May 14-15, www.raycloninger.com, Ray Cloninger,704.489.2000, [email protected]

Asheville Lions Club Benefit Horse Show, WNCAgricultural Center, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road,Fletcher, NC 28732, May 19-22, www.raycloninger.com, Ray Cloninger,704.489.2000, [email protected]

Liberty Classic United Horse Show, Tri-StateExhibition Center, 1/2 Mile off I-75 at Exit 20,Cleveland, TN 37323, May 21-22, libertyclassi-chorseshow.com, Rebecca Deen, 865.386.0488,[email protected]

Dallas Summer Classic, Biggerstaff Arena,Dallas Cherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, May28-29, www.raycloninger.com, Ray Cloninger,704.489.2000, [email protected]

Germantown Charity, PO Box 38102, Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN 38183, June 8-12, www.gchs.org, Charles Byron,256.773.4594, [email protected]

Blowing Rock Charity Horse Show, BlowingRock Preserve, 1500 Laurel Lane, BlowingRock, NC 28605, June 10-13, www.raycloninger.com, Ray Cloninger,704.489.2000, [email protected]

Chattanooga-Cleveland Charity Horse Show,Tri-State Exhibition Center, 1/2 Mile off I-75 atExit 20, McDonald, TN 37353, June 16-19,www.theccchs.com, David Peel, 423.485.8782,[email protected]

Martin Festival Open Horse Show, Sen. BobMartin Eastern Agricultural Center, 2900 NCHighway 125 South, Williamston, NC 27892, June19-20, www.east-coast-horses.com, Norma W.Gurkin, 252.809.3687, [email protected]

Charlotte Charity Horse Show, Latta PlantationiPark Equestrian Center, 5225 Sample Road,Huntersville, NC 28078, June 24-26, NancyBoone, 704.933.7416, [email protected]

Freedom Classic Open Horse Show, Sen. BobMartin Eastern Agricultural Center, 2900 NCHighway 125 South, Williamston, NC 27892, July17-18, www.east-coast-horses.com, Norma W.Gurkin, 252.809.3687, [email protected]

Asheville Invitational Horse Show, WNCAgricultural Center, 1301 Fanning Bridge Road,Fletcher, NC 28732, July 23-24,www.ashevilleinvitational.com, Joyce Wilson,919.365.5149, [email protected]

Blue Ridge Classic, WNC Agricultural Center,1301 Fanning Bridge Road, Fletcher, NC 28732,July 27-31, www.blueridgeclassic.com, LizHolmes, 919.563.5992, [email protected]

ETSA Mid-Summer Classic Horse Show,Walters State Great Smoky Mountain ExpoCenter, 1615 Pavilion Drive, White Pine, TN37890, August 5-7, www.easttnsaddlebred.com,Tammie Moore, 423.586.3602,[email protected]

North Carolina State Charity Classic, Gov. JamesB. Hunt Jr. Horse Complex, 4601 Trinity Road,Raleigh, NC 27607, September 10-11, William G.Whitley, 919.481.4675, [email protected]


North Carolina State Championship, Gov. JamesB. Hunt Jr. Horse Complex, 4601 Trinity Road,Raleigh, NC 27607, September 15-18, WilliamG. Whitley, 919.481.4675, [email protected]

Sunnyside Open Horse Show, Sen. Bob MartinEastern Agricultural Center, 2900 NC Highway125 South, Williamston, NC 27892, September24-26, www.east-coast-horses.com, Norma W.Gurkin, 252.809.3687, [email protected]

Morristown Charity Horse Show, Walters StateGreat Smoky Mountain Expo Center, 1615Pavilion Drive, White Pine, TN 37890, October1-3, www.easttnsaddlebred.com, Tammie Moore,423.586.3602, [email protected]

Carolina Classic Horse Show, 2900 NC Highway125 South, Williamston, NC 27892, October 8-10, www.carolinaclassichorseshow.com, JoyceWilson, 919.365.5149, [email protected]

Dallas Fall Classic, Biggerstaff Arena, DallasCherryville Hwy, Dallas, NC 28034, October 15-16, www.raycloninger.com, Ray Cloninger,704.489.2000, [email protected]

North Carolina State Fair, Gov. James B. Hunt Jr.Horse Complex, 4601 Trinity Rd., Raleigh, NC27607, October 28-30, www.ncstatefair.org, DaleT. Barnett, 919.839.4701, [email protected]

Clemson Fall Classic, T. Ed Garrison Arena,1101 W. Queen St., Pendleton, SC 29670,November 12-13, Liz Holmes, 919.563.5992,[email protected]

Region 10Gulf Coast Charity Horse Show, Panama City

Beach, FL 32413, April 21-24, www.gulf-coasthorseshow.com, Thad Way, 850.925.9040,[email protected]

Dixie Cup Spring Classic, Georgia InternationalHorse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Parkway,Conyers, GA 30013, May 6-8, www.thedixiecup.com, Paula Yeska,770.992.6521, [email protected]

Mid-South Spring Premiere, Celebration Arena,67 Horse Center Road, Priceville (Decatur), AL35603, May 13-15, Charles Byron,256.773.4594, [email protected]

Mid-Summer Classic Horse Show, Wills ParkEquestrian Center, 11915 Wills Road, Alpharetta,GA 30004, June 4-5, www.ashag.org, BrucePayton, 404.353.8912, [email protected]

Olde Milton Horse Show, Wills Park EquestrianCenter, 11915 Wills Road, Alpharetta, GA30009, August 15, September 5, November 14,John Goda, 770.475.1244, [email protected]

Summer's End Horse Show, 2232 NE Jackson -ville Rd., Ocala, FL 34470, September 9-12, Jane Brown, 727.954.4874, [email protected]

Southeastern Charity, Georgia InternationalHorse Park, 1996 Centennial Olympic Pkwy,Conyers, GA 30013, September 22-25,www.southeasterncharity.com, Jim Ruwoldt,404.312.1919, [email protected]

Alabama Charity Horse Show, CelebrationArena, 67 Horse Center Road, Priceville(Decatur), AL 35603, October 13-16, CharlesByron, 256.773.4594, [email protected]

Region 11Spring Kick Off Event, Diamond 7 Ranch,

36 Deardorff Rd., Dillsburg, PA 17019, April 9-11, Mark McCracken, 908.362.8285,[email protected]

Pine Spur Hunt Club Spring Horse Show, PineSpur Hunt Club Showgrounds, Route 635(Jeters Chapel Rd), Vinton, VA 24179, April 10,Tommy Barron, 540.890.9891,[email protected]

KVHA Point Shows, Winfield Riding Club, 9254State Route 34, Winfield, WV 25213, April 17,www.kvhashow.com, Brett Hamilton,304.380.4422, [email protected]

Keystone Classic Horse Show, Quentin RidingClub, Rt 72 at Rt 419, Quentin, PA 17083, May8-9, www.pa-saddlebred.com, Marlene Sweigart,717.366.2327, [email protected]

Bonnie Blue National, Virginia Horse Center, 487Maury River Road, Lexington, PA 24450, May12-15, www.horsecenter.org, Beth Snider,502.647.0076, [email protected]

New York State Breeders, New York StateFairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse,TN 13209, May 20-23, www.nyshba.org, Naomi Blumenthal, 315.682.1933, [email protected]

New River Valley Horse Show, New River ValleyFairgrounds, Route 100 North, Dublin, VA 24084,May 27-29, www.nrvfair.com, Alice C. Martens,540.879.9976, [email protected]

Waynesburg Charity Horse Show, GreeneCounty Fairgrounds, 107 Fairgrounds Road,Waynesburg, PA 15370, May 28-30, Bill Bell,724.377.0061, [email protected]

KVHA Point Shows, Winfield Riding Club, May 29,see details in April.

Devon Horse Show, Berkley & Valley ForgeRoads, Devon, PA 19333, June 2-5,www.devonhorseshow.org, Peter Doubleday,[email protected]

Quentin Riding Club Fun Shows, Quentin RidingClub, Corner of Routes 72 and 419, Quentin, PA17083, June 9, Hannah Moyer Salvatore,610.693.8228, [email protected]

Jersey Classic Horse Show, Horse Park of NewJersey at Stone Tavern, 626 Route 524,Allentown, NJ 08501, June 11-13,www.ashanj.net, Joan Booth, 908.995.9807,[email protected]

Tazewell County Fair Open Horse Show,Tazewell County Fairgrounds, 515 FairgroundRoad, Tazewell, VA 24651, June 12,www.tazewellcountyfair.com, T. J. Safewright-King, 276.970.1928, [email protected]

Syracuse International, New York StateFairgrounds, 581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse,NY 13209, June 16-19, www.ashany.org, JulieKritzler, 315.736.1928, [email protected]

Roanoke Valley Horse Show, Salem CivicCenter, 1001 Roanoke Boulevard, Salem, VA24153, June 21-26, www.roanokevalleyhorse-show.com, June Camper, 540.389.7847,[email protected]

Westmoreland Horsemen's Assoc Benefit,

Crooked Creek Horse Park, Ford City, PA 16226,June 25-27, Tina Fedoruk, 724.479.0940, [email protected]

KVHA Point Shows, Winfield Riding Club, June26, see details in April.

Pine Spur Hunt Club Summer Horse Show, July10, see details April 10.

Quentin Riding Club Fun Show (July), QuentinRiding Club, July 21, see details in June.

UPHA Chapter 15 Children's Benefit, GloucesterCounty D.R.E.A.M. Park, 400 Rt 130 South,Logan Township, NJ 08085, July 22-24,www.gcianj.com, Mark McCracken,908.362.8285, [email protected]

Rockbridge County Fair Horse Show, VirginiaHorse Center, Lexington, VA 24450, July 24-25,www.horsecenter.org, Kent Moeller,804.363.3085, [email protected]

Summer Challenge of Champions, WinfieldRiding Club, 9254 State Route 34, Winfield, WV25213, July 29-31, www.kvhashow.com, Brett Hamilton, 304.380.4422, [email protected]

State Fair of West Virginia, Fairlea Fairgrounds,P.O. Drawer 986, Lewisburg, WV 24901, August13-15, www.statefairofwv.com, Joyce Wilson,919.365.5149, [email protected]

Quentin Riding Club Fun Show (Aug.), QuentinRiding Club, August 18, see details in June.

Quentin Riding Club All-Breed Show, QuentinRiding Club, August 21-22, see details in June.

New York State Fair, New York State Fairgrounds,581 State Fair Boulevard, Syracuse, FL 13209,September 2-5, www.nyshba.org, Naomi Blum -enthal, 315.682.1933, [email protected]

Mid-East Horseman's Association, WPQHAShowgrounds, New Castle, PA 16102,September 3-5, Tina Fedoruk, 724.479.0940

The Pink Ribbon Classic, Crawford County Fair -grounds, 13500 Leslie Road, Meadville, PA 16335,September 10-12, www.tristateasbfuturity.com,Joyce Berger, 419.433.5049, [email protected]

KVHA Point Shows, Winfield Riding Club,September 11, see details in April.

Quentin Riding Club Fun Show (Sept.), QuentinRiding Club, September 18, see details in June.

ASHAV, Virginia Horse Center, 487 Maury RiverRoad, Lexington, VA 24450, September 29 -October 2, www.ashav.net, Beth Snider,502.647.0076, [email protected]

KVHA Point Show Championship, WinfieldRiding Club, October 9, see details in April.

Quentin Riding Club Fun Show (Oct.), QuentinRiding Club, October 10, see details in June.

Mid-Atlantic Fall Finale Horse Show, 400 US Rte.130 South, Logan Township, NJ 08085, October15-17, www.gcinanj.com, Mark McCracken,908.362.8285, [email protected]

Region 12UPHA Spring Premiere, Eastern States

Exposition, 1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA 01089, April 21-24, www.horseshowcentral.com, Linda Burke,607.739.6169, [email protected]


New Hampshire Horse & Trail AssociationShow, Deerfield Fairgrounds, 34 Stage Road,Deerfield, NH 03037, May 7-9, www.nhhta.org,Jane Boucher, 603.463.7924

Ocean Communities Classic, Hollis EquestrianPark, Route 5, Hollis, ME 04042, May 8,www.mainesaddlebredhorse.com, Ricky Drew,207.272.0082, [email protected]

Greater Boston Charity Horse Show, 207 BostonRoad, Topsfield, MA 01983, May 28-30, JohnLampropoulos, 603.394.7699, [email protected]

AHAME Spring Classic, Skowhegan Fairgounds,33 Constitution Ave., Skowhegan, ME 04976,June 5-6, www.mainearabian.org, Walter J.Misco, 603.887.4588, [email protected]

Camp Ketcha Horse Classic, Camp Ketcha, 336 Blackpoint Rd, Scarborough, ME 04074,June 6, Paulette Brim, 207.839.2835, [email protected]

Twin State ASB Association, DeerfieldFairgrounds, 34 Stage Road, Deerfield, NH03037, June 11-13, www.tsasa.org, Sue Arthur,603.887.5937, [email protected]

Downeast Horse Congress Show, SkowheganFairgrounds, Route 201, Madison Ave., Skow -hegan, ME 04976, www.mainehorseassoc.com,June 18-20, Ricky Drew, 207.272.0082, [email protected]

ASAM Annual Summer Horse Show, Skow heganFairgrounds, Route 201, Madison Ave., Skow -hegan, ME 04976, www.mainehorseassoc.com,July 9-11, Ricky Drew, 207.272.0082,

[email protected] Highview Riding Club Horse Show, Cumberland

Fairgrounds, 197 Blanchard Road, CumberlandCenter, ME 04021, July 18, Dollie Hutchins,207.850.1773, [email protected]

Connecticut Summer Classic Horse Show,Eastern States Exposition, 1305 MemorialAvenue, West Springfield, MA 01089, August5-7, Cheryl Innis, 860.749.3007,[email protected]

NHAHA Summer Jubilee, Deerfield Fairgrounds,34 Stage Road, Deerfield, NH 03037, August 12-14, www.nharab.org, Sue Arthur,603.887.5937, [email protected]

Pine Tree Sizzler, Hollis Equestrian Center, Route 5, Hollis, ME 04042, www.mainesaddlebredhorse.com, August 14, Jo Hight, 207.799.8296, [email protected]

AHAME Autumnfest Horse Show, SkowheganFairgrounds, 33 Constitution Ave., Skowhegan,ME 04976, September 11-12, www.mainearabian.org, Walter J. Misco,603.887.4588, [email protected]

Eastern States Exposition, 1305 MemorialAvenue, West Springfield, MA 01089, September16-19, www.thebige.com/horseshow, Carol Keller, 413.205.5016, [email protected]

The Maine Event Horse Show, Hollis EquestrianPark, Route 5, Hollis, ME 04042, www.mainesaddlebredhorse.com, September 25, Ricky Drew, 207.272.0082,[email protected]

T.S.A.S.A. Octoberfest, Eastern States Exposition,1305 Memorial Avenue, West Springfield, MA01089, October 28-31, www.tsasa.org, Sue Arthur, 603.887.5937, [email protected]

England USA-UK Saddlebred European Championships,

Moreton Morrell College, Warwickshire, May 9,www.american-saddlebred.co.uk, Lynn Jarvis,[email protected]

BMHS Spring Show, Moreton Morrell College,Warwickshire, June 5, www.morganhorse.org.uk,Lynn Jarvis, [email protected]

American Pleasure Horse Show, PacheshamEquestrian Centre, Randalls Road, Leatherhead,Surrey, August 1, www.aphs.piczo.com, Lynn Jarvis, [email protected]

Equifest USA-UK British NationalChampionship, South of England Showground,Peterborough, August 22, www.american-saddle-bred.co.uk, Lynn Jarvis, [email protected]

BSPA World Championship of Colour, AddingtonManor Equestrian Centre, Addington,Buckinghamshire, August 28-30,[email protected]

D A T E S T O R E M E M B E R

Listed below are various American Saddle bredRegistry deadlines and other notable dates.

APRIL15 ASR Kentucky, Kentucky Amateur andNational Three-Year-Old Futurity stallionand mare nominations and yearling, two-year-old and three-year-old payments due ifNOT paid by January 31.26 Grace period deadline for ASR Kentucky,Kentucky Ama teur and National Three-Year-Old Futurity stallion and mare nominationsand yearling, two-year-old and three-year-oldpayments due if NOT paid by January 31.

JUNE1 ASR Two-Year-Old Sweep stakes yearlingnominations and two-year-old paymentsdue.11 Grace period deadline for ASR Two-Year-Old Sweep stakes yearling nominationsand two-year-old payments.15 ASR Kentucky, Kentucky Ama teur andNational Three-Year-Old Futurity weanlingpayments due.25 Grace period deadline for ASRKentucky, Kentucky Ama teur andNational Three-Year-Old Futurity wean-ling payments.

Futurity foal application for registrationdeadlines:Due to the extremely high number of futuri-ty foal applications received in previousyears either the day before or the actual datewhen a conditional registration number isrequired to be eligible to show, foals show-ing in the Kentucky & Kentucky AmateurFuturity Weanling Divisions must haveapplications for registration received in theAmerican Saddlebred Registry office on June25, or, in the event this date falls on aSaturday or Sunday, by 4:30 p.m. EasternTime on the following business day. NOEXCEPTIONS. A rush fee of $50 will beassessed for any such applications receivedJune 26 or thereafter. Such fee will be billedto the applicant and will be due and payableimmediately.

AUGUST13 All weanlings must be DNA tested priorto showing in the ASR Kentucky orKentucky Amateur Futurity, i.e., pending orconditional (including DNA testing) appli-cations must be completed.

SEPTEMBER15 ASR Two-Year-Old Sweep stakes year-ling nominations due if not nominated byJune 1.25 Grace period deadline for ASR Two-Year-Old Sweepstakes nominations if notnominated by June 1.

OCTOBER31 The owner or manager of a registeredAmerican Saddlebred stallion, which hasbeen bred to any registered AmericanSaddlebred mare(s) during the 2010 breed-ing season must submit a stallion servicereport on the required form to theAmerican Saddlebred Registry no later thanOctober 31, 2010.

NOVEMBER30 Deadline for nominating stallions to ASRGrand National in order for all 2010 foalsto be eligible for recording.30 Deadline for recording 2010 foals toASR Grand National.

DECEMBER31 All 2010 foals must be registered (orapplication received in the ASR office) tomaintain eligibility for ASR Futurities.


A complete listing can be found on our website: http://www.saddlebred.com/asr-gn_showschedule.

APRILApril 30-May 2: Colorado Classic, Denver,

Colorado, www.showmetheribbons.com, FarraBaker, 303.355.7633 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Amateur $1,800

MAYMay 12-15: Bonnie Blue National, Lexington,

Virginia, www.horsecenter.org, Kent Moeller,804.363.3085 or [email protected]� Show Pleasure Driving $1,800� Three-Gaited Country Pleasure $1,800� Fine Harness Open Special Stake $5,000

May 13-16: UPHA Chapter One, Woodside,California, Royalee Cleveland, 831.229.9555 [email protected]� Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Adult $1,800� Five-Gaited Amateur $1,800� Five-Gaited Show Pleasure Adult $1,800

May 19-22: Asheville Lions Charity, Fletcher, NorthCarolina, www.raycloninger.com, Ray Cloninger,704.489.2000 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Junior Horse $1,800

JUNEJune 10-13: Blowing Rock Charity, Denver, North

Carolina, www.raycloninger.com, Ray Cloninger,704.489.2000 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Championship $1,800

June 15-19: Midwest Charity, Springfield, Illinois,www.midwestcharity.com, Judy Kjellander,217.793.0670 or [email protected]� Show Pleasure Driving $1,800� Three-Gaited Park Pleasure Junior $1,800� Three-Gaited Open Special Stake $5,000

June 16-19: Syracuse International, Syracuse,New York, www.ashany.org, Julie Kritzler,315.736.1928 or [email protected]� Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Adult $1,800� Five-Gaited Open Special Stake $5,000

June 18-20: UPHA Almost Summer, Denver,Colorado, www.showmetheribbons.com, FarraBaker, 303.355.7633 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Show Pleasure Open $1,800

June 21-26: Roanoke Valley, Roanoke, Virginia,June Camper, 540.389.7847� Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Adult $1,800

June 23-26: Tanbark Cavalcade of Roses, SaintPaul, Minnesota, www.horseshowcalendar.com,Sally Snyder Tesch, 763.559.4896 [email protected]� Three-Gaited Park Amateur $1,800

JULYJuly 5-10: Lexington Junior League, Lexington,

Kentucky – Summer Showcase, Amy Dineen,859.252.8014 or [email protected]� Fine Harness Amateur $1,800� Three-Gaited Junior Horse $1,800� Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Jr. Ex. $1,800� Five-Gaited $1,800� Show Pleasure Driving Adult $1,800

July 21-24: ASAW Summerfun, Milwaukee,Wisconsin, www.horseshowcalendar.com, VickyHolston, 262.560.9764 or [email protected]� Three-Gaited Country Pleasure Jr. Ex. $1,800

July 22-24: Denver Queen City, Denver, Colorado,www.coloradosaddlebred.com, Stacey Kipper,303.619.8699 or [email protected]� Yearling Open $2,400� Hunter Country Pleasure Open $1,800

AUGUSTAugust 10-13: Missouri State Fair, Sedalia,

Missouri, Lenard Davenport, 417.864.5310 [email protected]� Western Country Pleasure $1,800

SEPTEMBERSeptember 7-11: All American Horse Classic,

Indianapolis, Indiana, Steve Kildow,705.724.3578 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Junior Horse $1,800

September 15-18: North Carolina StateChampionship, Raleigh, North Carolina, BillWhitley, 919.481.4675 or [email protected]� Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Adult $1,800� Three-Gaited Park Junior Horse $1,800� Five-Gaited Open Special Stake $5,000

September 15-19: Wisconsin Futurity HorseFestival, Madison, Wisconsin, www.wisconsinsaddlebred.com, Vicky Holston262.560.9764 or [email protected]� Yearling Open $2,400� Two-Year-Old Fine Harness $1,800� Western Country Pleasure $1,800

September 22-25: St. Louis National Charity, LakeSaint Louis, Missouri, Charles Byron,256.654.0142 or [email protected]� Three-Gaited Park $1,800� Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Special Stake$5,000

September 22-25: Southeastern Charity, Conyers,Georgia, www.southeasterncharity.com, GeorgeAnne Nash, 770.475.1867 or georgeanne@

bellsouth.net� Three-Gaited Park Pleasure $1,800� Fine Harness Open Special Stake $5,000

September 29-October 2: ASHAV, Lexington,Virginia, Kent Moeller, 804.363.3085 or [email protected]� Yearling Open $2,400� Three-Gaited Park Pleasure $1,800

September 29-October 2: NWSA Fall Classic &Futurity, Salem, Oregon, Peggy Kelber,503.871.8851 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Show Pleasure Adult $1,800� Three-Gaited Park Pleasure Jr. Horse $1,800� Three-Gaited Amateur $1,800

OCTOBEROctober 1-3: Minnesota Futurity, Winona,

Minnesota, www.msha.org, Sally Snyder Tesch,763.559.4896 or [email protected]� Yearling Open $2,400� Hunter Country Pleasure Open $1,800

October 21-24: Mid-America Mane Event,Springfield, Illinois,www.midamericahorseshow.org, Joy Meierhans, 630.557.2575 or [email protected]� Three-Gaited Country Pleasure Adult $1,800� Three-Gaited Show Pleasure Jr. Horse $1,800

October 22-24: California Saddle Horse Futurity,Las Vegas, Nevada,www.californiasaddlebred.com, Lawrence Witter661.252.0907 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Amateur $1,800� Fine Harness Amateur $1,800� Five-Gaited $1,800� Three-Gaited Open Special Stake $5,000

October 29-31: Arizona Futurity, Scottsdale, Arizona,Marcia Everett, 847.612.0298 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Junior Exhibitor $1,800� Three-Gaited Park Open Special Stake $5,000

NOVEMBERNovember 16-20: UPHA American Royal National

Championship, Kansas City, Missouri,www.americanroyal.com, Paulette Orth, 816-569-4019 or [email protected]� Five-Gaited Open $1,800� Three-Gaited Junior Exhibitor $1,800� Fine Harness Amateur $1,800

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The Standards and Rules Committee of the ASHA invites the particular consideration and attention of allcompetitors, officials, and managements to the following United States Equestrian Federation rules (para-phrased). Please publicize and post this bulletin in an appropriate public area. We thank you for yourcooperation.

USEF Rule Reference DescriptionSB 101.2 The ASR will provide the Federation with a monthly report of affidavits filed in violation of Article SB101.2.

In the event a person files a false affidavit or an affidavit to show change of ownership or change of namewithout having submitted all required documents and fees to the ASR, the Federation will levy a fineagainst that person in the amount of $200.

SB 102.2/105 Horses with extremely low backs must be severely penalized in all stripped performance classes, harnessclasses, and in-hand classes.

SB 103.3 Horses may be shown with unset tails in any class without penalty.

SB 103.4 All horses shall be worked both ways of the ring at all required gaits as directed by the judge(s). Workoutswill be judged as a separate class, and horses must be tied for placings… All horses chosen for a workoutmust be worked both ways of the ring at any or all gaits listed in the class specifications... An exhibitor isentitled to request only one five minute time out per class including workout. (See SB 103.4 & GR 833)

SB 103.5-6 A judge must order from the ring any unruly horse or one whose actions threaten to endangerthe rider, driver, handler, other exhibitors or their entries. A judge must order from the ring anyrider, driver, or handler who exhibits inappropriate or dangerous behavior or whose actionswould in any way threaten the safety of any exhibitor, their entries or the safety of class officials.

SB 105 In classes where manners are paramount (i.e. Ladies,Junior Exhibitors, Amateurs, and Owners), ridersmust remount and return to the line up before the judges will be allowed to turn in their cards.

SB 107.1 When line-up is called, exhibitors are to continue around the ring in a clockwise direction to bring theirentries to the line.

GR 801.4 Any exhibitor may wear protective headgear (ASTM/SEI) and/or a protective safety vest, specificallydesigned for use in equestrian sport in any division or class without penalty from the judge.

GR 839 Cruelty to or the abuse of a horse by any person at a Licensed Competition is forbidden, consti-tutes a violation under Chapter 7, and renders the offender subject to penalty. The followingacts are included under the words Cruelty and Abuse but are not limited thereto: Use of shack-les, hock hobbles and similar devices (not to be construed as rubber or elastic exercisingdevices).

GR 840 Attention getting devices &/or other noisemakers…are not allowed in and around the makeup/schooling/warm-up and competition rings during scheduled competition sessions. Use of explosivesand fire extinguishers…(except in the case of fire) is not allowed on competition grounds at any time. (SeeGR 839.4i & 840)

GR 1210.18 Competitions are to ensure that Federation Member Reports and Judge Evaluation Forms arepublicly displayed and available for Federation members during the entire competition and toensure that an announcement is made via the competition’s public address system at least onceeach session, pertaining to the availability of said forms.

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GENERALConfidential Evaluations

Officials, managements, and exhibitors arereminded of the Federation rules requiring manage-ment to announce the availability of ConfidentialEvaluation forms at all Licensed Competitions.Evaluations serve as a means of expressing positive,complimentary remarks about judges to theFederation, as well as critical comments. Formsreceived are reviewed by the Licensed OfficialsCommittee, while maintaining their confidentiality.This committee of the Federation has strongAmerican Saddlebred representation. If, in the judg-ment of the committee, sufficient independent neg-ative evaluations of an official are received, the offi-cial is formally notified. According to the proce-dures set out in the rules, other steps may be takenif warranted, including refusal to renew a license oroutright revocation.

Unruly Horses Must be ExcusedPer Federation rules [GR 1034.11 & SB 103.5], it

is the responsibility of judges to excuse unrulyhorses from the competition ring. This is a matterof both safety and fairness to other competitors.

Lining UpWhen the line-up is called, exhibitors are

required by the rules to continue in a clockwisedirection to bring their entries to the line. Judgesare required to penalize entries that do not comply[SB 107.1]. We suggest that the Paddock Masterremind exhibitors and horsemen of this rule, aswell as the ring announcer, and that it be postedconspicuously in the office and the paddock.

USEF Saddlebred Registration AffidavitThe United States Equestrian Federation (USEF)

has discovered that many owners, trainers andexhibitors are not using the USEF SaddlebredRegistration Affidavit correctly and are thereforesubject to fines and penalties. In light of these cir-cumstances, ASHA and USEF would like to clarifythe proper use of this document to ensure no oneis in violation of Federation rules.

The Saddlebred Registration Affidavit shouldonly be used in two situations. The first scenariothat would allow you to properly complete the affi-davit occurs when the horse’s ASHA certificate ofregistration is in the proper ownership (which islisted on the entry blank) but the owner/trainerdoes not have the certificate available to presentto the show office. In this case, USEF rules allowyou to complete the affidavit form and receiveyour back number from competition management.This procedure would also be acceptable if youhave already been granted an ASHA Certificate ofEligibility to Show but did not have the certificateto present to the show office.

The second situation that would allow you toproperly complete the affidavit occurs when thehorse’s certificate of registration has been submit-ted to the ASHA office for transfer of ownership.Please note that you can only complete the affi-davit under this second scenario if the certificateand transfer form (or application for a Certificate ofEligibility to Show) were submitted to the ASHAoffice prior to the date you complete the affidavit.If you complete the affidavit under this “pendingtransfer” option but have not already submittedthe paperwork to the ASHA office, you will be inviolation of USEF rules and subject to fines andpenalties.

If you have any doubt about meeting theserequirements, please speak to the competitionmanager or call the Federation office before com-pleting the affidavit form.

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2010 A M E R I C A N S A D D L E B R E D H O R S E A S S O C I A T I O N

Effective April 2010

FORMSApplication for Registration: Use to apply for foal regis-

tration. With Breeder’s Certificate form to certify dateof stallion service to a specific mare; Transfer ofUnregistered Horse form to transfer ownership ofan unregistered foal; Breeder Designation form toallow owner of dam to assign a breeder; Blood-Typing/DNA Kit Order form to order a blood-typingor DNA kit or DNA Conversion.

Stallion Service Report: Use to record all mares bredto a stallion during a specific year’s breeding sea-son. Due on or before October 31 of breeding year.Automatic late fees (effective October 1, 2007)based on postmark (no exceptions): 1-10 days late: $25, 11-20 days late: $50, 21-30 days late: $75, 31-60 days late: $200, 61 days & over: $300.

Transfer Report: Use to transfer ownership of a regis-tered horse.

Transfer of Unregistered Horse: Use to transfer anunregistered horse; available as part of theApplication for Registration.

Affidavit for Lost/Destroyed Certificate of Registration:Use to replace a lost or destroyed certificate.

Application for Certificate of Eligibility to Show:Permits someone other than the recorded owner toshow a horse.

Request for Blood-Typing/DNA Kits: Use to obtain akit; also available as part of the Application forRegistration.

Membership Application: Use to apply for Associationmembership.

Statement of Signature Authority: Use to authorize asignature other than that of the recorded owner forRegistry transactions.

Application for Exclusive Use of Farm Name: Required forexclusive use of farm name as prefix for horses’ names.

Name Reservation Form: Use to reserve names.Saddlebred Record Rules & Application Form: Use to

apply to the Saddlebred Record program.Saddlebred Select Rules & Application Form: Use to

apply to the Saddlebred Select achievement program.ASHA FEI Disciplines Year End Awards Application:

Use to apply to the ASHA Year End Awards program.Name Change Request Form: Use to change regis-

tered horse’s name.Notice of Lease Agreement: Use to record a lease.Competition Registration: Use to register a Saddlebred

Competition in the ASHA database.Regional Championship Declaration: If a horse quali-

fies for the Regional Championship in more thanone region, a declaration must be made of the Reg -ional Championship event in which it will compete.

FEESMEMBERSHIP FEESLifetime Members..........................................$2,500.00Upon payment of this one-time fee, individuals maintain their member-ship for a lifetime, receive a custom-made 10K gold pin and anembossed certificate of membership. Contributing Members ......................................$100.00Members, who have reached their 18th birthday, have all the rights andprivileges of a senior member and receive a certificate of membership.Senior Members .................................................$70.00Members who have reached their 18th birthday.

Charter Club Affiliate Members ..........................$50.00Affiliate members, who have reached their 18th birthday and aremembers of one of the official ASHA Charter Clubs, have all the rightsand privileges of a senior member. Junior Members..................................................$30.00Members, who are 17 and under, are eligible to attend all meetings ofthe general membership and take part in all junior programs as devel-oped by the Association, but they have no voting privilege.

Special Junior Members.....................................$60.00Members, who are 17 and under, are eligible to attend all meetings ofthe general membership and take part in all junior programs as devel-oped by the Association. They have all the rights and privileges of asenior member, except they have no voting privilege.Youth Club Affiliate Members.............................$40.00Members, who are 17 and under and are members of one of the offi-cial ASHA Youth Clubs, have all the rights and privileges of a specialjunior member.

REGISTRY TRANSACTION FEESRegistration FeesBirth up to 3 months...........................................$35.003 months up to 6 months ...................................$45.006 months up to 9 months ...................................$55.009 months up to 12 months .................................$65.0012 months up to 24 months .............................$200.0024 months and over..........................................$300.00Breeder Designation (optional) ..........................$25.00Transfer of Ownership Fees

Transfer within 30 days of date of sale..........$50.00After 30 days, penalty per month ..................$10.00 (maximum late fee of $200.00)

Back Transfers ..................................................$50.00(Transfer of ownership previously not recorded)

Certificate Correction and Replacement Fees ..$25.00Color; markings; foaling month; removal of scars or brands; correctionof a transfer date; marital or other name changes of individual owners.

Defaced Certificates ...........................................$25.00Duplicate Certificates .........................................$50.00Change of Registered Name (allowed only once)..$200.00Cancellation of Certificate .................................$50.00Reissuance of Certificate ..................................$35.00Investigation of Chain of Ownership ................$200.00

(Non-refundable deposit of $150.00. Requires DNA/Blood typingtest, which is a separate fee, to verify identity.)

Re-registration ...................................................$25.00

OTHER REGISTRY TRANSACTION FEESBlood Typing (Stallions, Mares, Geldings, and Foals) ...$75.00DNA Kits (Stallions, Mares, Geldings, and Foals) ....$50.00Blood Typing Conversion of Frozen Serum to DNA....$30.00Additional DNA kit (for the same horse) .............................$25.00Additional Blood-typing kit (for the same horse)....$25.00Priority DNA Processing...................................$100.00Identity Test for an Exact Match ......................$100.00

(Registry makes no warranty horse will be identified)Researching the possible identity of a horse ...$100.00

(Includes search for horses fitting certain criteria provided byowner, including color, markings, sex, approximate age, and lastknown location of the horse or of the state in which the horse wassold. Registry makes no warranty horse will be identified.)

Color Testing ......................................................$40.00Certificate of Eligibility to Show..........................$25.00Recording of a Lease .........................................$25.00Farm or Stable Name Registration ..................$500.00Name Reservation (for 6 months) ......................$25.00Special Services

Priority handling (“RUSH” Service)................$50.00Immediate attention fee.................................$50.00Express Mail Charges ...................................$20.00Refund processing fee...................................$25.00(Will be deducted from any overpayment)

FEES FOR FOREIGN REGISTRATIONImported Horses ..............................................$150.00A Foal Imported in Utero

Whose dam has been properly registered with the Registry and whosesire is properly registered with ASR or an approved foreign registry.

Birth up to 3 months...........................................$35.003 months up to 6 months ...................................$45.006 months up to 9 months ...................................$55.009 months up to 12 months .................................$65.00

12 months up to 24 months .............................$200.0024 months and over..........................................$300.00

Fees do not include any required blood typing/DNA testing.Date of possession is the date of release from quarantine. If thehorse is not under quarantine, the date of possession is the dateof importation.

HALF SADDLEBRED REGISTRY FEE SCHEDULE0-6 months from foaling date.........................$35.007-12 months from foaling date.......................$50.0013 months and over .....................................$150.00Horse registered with another breed registry $35.00 (i.e., NSH, 1/2 Arabian, etc.)Transfer ........................................................$25.00

INVENTORYBOOKS & PUBLICATIONSMare Breeding Record Books ..........................Free

COMPUTER DATAMembership Mailing Labels: 100 labels .......$60.00

(Minimum order of 400 labels at $0.15/label)Get of Sire – List of All Registered Offspring

0-100: $25.00; 101-300: $35.00 and over 301: $45.00Annual Register – Listing of Registered Saddlebreds

(1990-2008) (each) .........................................$50.00 Pedigrees

Five Generations ...........................(each) $10.00Five Generations with Hall of Fame ...........$25.00 Broodmares and WCs (1951-present) (each)

Produce of Dam – List of All ........................$25.00Registered Offspring

Show Results – For Any Registered Horse.....$25.00 (since 1985)

Saddlebred Record Champion Listing..........$50.00

GIFTSStagecoach Poster: “An American Tradition”..$5.00WC Horse Show Posters (1988-2009) (each)..$10.00

PROMOTIONAL MATERIALSASHA 8 1/2" Trailer Sticker..............................$2.00Banners (rental only)...................................$150.00Max & Maxine (rental only) .........................$150.00Little Saddlers (rental only) .........................$150.00

(deposit, less shipping)

VIDEOS/DVDSASHA Instructors Seminar for Riding Lesson ....$49.95

Programs(DVD) 2-disc set — 2 hours, 15 minutes total

Image of Excellence: ....................................$25.00ASHA Promotional Video (DVD) (28 minutes)

Winning In Hand by Jim Aikman...................$25.00Showing Weanlings/Yearlings (DVD) — 75 minutes

Burney Chapman: A Lecture on Laminitis........$25.002 hours

Trainer Series I (DVD) — 90 minutes...........$25.00Trainers reflect on their Five Gaited World’s Champions andhow they prepared for their victories. Not meant as an instruc-tional training video.

Trainer Series II (DVD) — 60 minutes..........$25.00A visit with Fritz Jordan

Judging Standards (DVD) — 30 minutes .....$25.00American Saddlebred For Dressage (DVD)..$25.00

1 hour

RESOURCE DIRECTORY


To place an order, please call ASHA at

(859) 259-2742, ext. 301.

P R I Z E P R O G R A M S

ASR FUTURITY OF KENTUCKY, Kentucky State Fair, Louisville, Kentucky. Weanlings & Yearlings In-Hand, Two-Year-Olds In Harness Sire and dam nominated in year foal is born. One weanling payment $50, one yearling payment January 31 $50 OR April 15 $75, one two-year-old payment January 31 $50 OR April 15 $100 — all must be made to maintain eligibility, Futurity ends after two-year-old year. Foals may showas weanlings, yearlings or two-year-olds, but are not required to do so to maintain eligibility. 2009 prize money distributed in Weanling, Yearling,

and Two-Year-Old Divisions: $76,343Closing Dates and Payment ScheduleFOALING YEAR: April 15 – Sire of foal $100.00, April 15 – Dam of foal $25.00, June 15 – Weanling $50.00YEARLING YEAR: January 31 $50.00 OR April 15 $75.00TWO-YEAR-OLD YEAR: January 31 $50.00 OR April 15 $100.00

ASR AMATEUR FUTURITY OF KENTUCKY, Kentucky State Fair, Louisville, Kentucky. Weanlings, Yearlings, and Two-Year-Olds In-HandSire and dam nominated in year foal is born. One weanling payment $50, one yearling payment January 31 $50 OR April 15 $75, one two-year-old payment January 31 $50 OR April 15 $100 — all must be made to maintain eligibility. Entries shown exclusively by amateurs, although horse may be ownedby a professional. Foals may show as weanlings, yearlings, or two-year-olds, but are not required to do so to maintain eligibility. 2009 prize money distributed

in Weanling, Yearling and Two-Year-Old Divisions: $30,178Closing Dates and Payment ScheduleFOALING YEAR: April 15 – Sire of foal $50.00, April 15 – Dam of foal $25.00, June 15 – Weanling $50.00YEARLING YEAR: January 31 $50.00 OR April 15 $75.00TWO-YEAR-OLD YEAR: January 31 $50.00 OR April 15 $100.00

ASR NATIONAL THREE-YEAR-OLD FUTURITY, Kentucky State Fair, Louisville, Kentucky. Beginning in 2012, show only as three-year-olds in one of five class-es: three-gaited, five-gaited, fine harness, three-gaited park pleasure (professional may ride), and three-gaited park.Sire and dam nominated in year foal is born. One weanling payment $50, one yearling payment January 31 $50 OR April 15 $75, one two-year-old paymentJanuary 31 $50 OR April 15 $100, one three-year-old payment January 31 $50 OR April 15 $150 — all must be made to maintain eligibility. Popular with

exhibitors because of flexibility to wait until three-year-old year to declare division in which horse will show. 2009 prize money distributed in four divisions: $146,125Closing Dates and Payment ScheduleFOALING YEAR: April 15 – Sire of foal $100.00, April 15 – Dam of foal $25.00, June 15 – Weanling $50.00YEARLING YEAR: January 31 $50.00 OR April 15 $75.00TWO-YEAR-OLD YEAR: January 31 $50.00 OR April 15 $100.00THREE-YEAR-OLD YEAR: January 31 $50.00 OR April 15 $150.00

AMERICAN SADDLEBRED TWO-,THREE- AND FOUR-YEAR-OLD SWEEPSTAKES, All American Horse Classic, Indianapolis, Indiana. Show as two-,three-, and four-year-olds in three-gaited, five-gaited, fine harness, and three-gaited park pleasure (professional may ride)No sire, dam, or weanling nominations required. Horse is nominated as a yearling for Two- and Three-Year-Old Sweepstakes, as a three-year-old for Four-

Year-Old Sweepstakes. Judge selection by vote of Sweepstakes participants. Prize money is divided between the recorded owner at the time of competition and the nomi-nator(s). 2009 prize money distributed in Two-Year-Old Sweepstakes: $31,403, 2009 prize money distributed in Three-Year-Old Sweepstakes: $116,352, 2009 prize money distributed in Four-Year-Old Sweepstakes: $73,135Closing Dates and Payment ScheduleTWO-YEAR-OLD SWEEPSTAKES: June 1 of Yearling Year – One Payment $75.00, September 15 of Yearling Year – If June Payment Not Made $125.00 June 1 of Two-Year-Old Year – $200.00THREE-YEAR-OLD SWEEPSTAKES: Option #1: January 31 of Yearling Year – $500.00, Option #2 January 31 of Yearling Year – $200, and January 31 of Two-Year-Old Year– $200.00, and January 31 of Three-Year-Old Year – $200.00FOUR-YEAR-OLD SWEEPSTAKES: Option #1: January 31 of Three-Year-Old Year – $500.00, Option #2 January 31 of Three-Year-Old Year – $250 and January 31 of theFour-Year-Old Year – $250.00

AMERICAN SADDLEBRED REGISTRY GRAND NATIONAL, At U. S. Equestrian Federation Affiliated Shows throughout the country. Show in a variety ofclasses for all divisions and all agesSire must be nominated to give eligibility to offspring. Sire nomination fees: (a) $3,000 – for stallions (not by an ASRGN Nominated Sire) that have not bred

any mares or that have bred 25 or more mares in 2009, (b) $2,500 – for stallions (by an ASRGN Nominated Sire or already ASRGN Recorded) that have not bred any maresor that have bred 25 or more mares in 2009, (c) $1,500 – for stallions (not by an ASRGN Nominated Sire) that bred 11-24 mares in 2009, (d) $1,000 – for stallions (by anASRGN Nominated Sire or already ASRGN Recorded) that bred 11-24 mares in 2009, (e) $750 – for stallions (not by an ASRGN Nominated Sire) that bred 1-10 mares in2009, (f) $500 – for stallions (by an ASRGN Nominated Sire or already ASRGN Recorded) that bred 1 to 10 mares in 2009. One-time recording fee for weanlings: $250, one-time recording fee for older horses by an ASRGN nominated sire: $500 – yearlings; $750 – two-year-olds; $1,000 – three-year-olds; $1,500 – four-year-olds and older.Recording offers lifetime eligibility for ASRGN classes. 1/3 pay back to sire nominators and original recorders on all winnings. 2009 prize money distribution: $71,968

PLEASE NOTE: Entries received bearing a postmark later than the final date of the grace period will not be accepted for any reason whatsoever.

MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENTSActive membership with ASHA is a requirement in order to nominate, show, and receive prize money in all of the above-mentioned programs.

EARLY REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS FOR WEANLINGSFuturity foal application for registration deadlines: Due to the extremely high number of futurity foal applications received in previous years either the day before or the actual date when a conditional registrationnumber is required to be eligible to show, foals showing in the Kentucky & Kentucky Amateur Futurity Weanling Divisions must have applications for registration received in the American Saddlebred Registryoffice on June 25, or, in the event this date falls on a Saturday or Sunday, by 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time on the following business day. NO EXCEPTIONS. A rush fee of $50 will be assessed for any such applica-tions received June 26 or thereafter. Such fee will be billed to the applicant and will be due and payable immediately.

TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR ANY OF THESE PRIZE PROGRAMS, FOALS MUST BE REGISTERED (OR APPLICATION RECEIVED) BY DECEMBER 31 OF YEAR FOALED. * *Sweepstakes: January 31

These programs are administered by the American Saddlebred Registry. Please contact ASR for further information, nomination forms or a listing of other ASR affiliated futurities.

The American Saddlebred Registry, Inc., 4083 Iron Works Parkway, Lexington, KY 40511, (859) 259-2742, ext. 320, Fax: (859) 259-1628, E-mail: [email protected], Patricia Edwards — Futurities/Sweepstakes/Grand National/Saddlebred Record

AmericanSaddlebredFuturities




ALABAMAASA of AlabamaSuzanne Schnetzler, 4141 Hwy. 93 N,Helena, AL 35080, 205-482-0192, [email protected]

ARIZONAASA of ArizonaMarcia Everett, 11641 W. Hedgehog Ct.,Surprise, AZ 85374, 623-328-9858, [email protected]

CALIFORNIA� Northern California ASHASusan Valley Chen, 20 Inverrary Lane,Alamo, CA 94507, 925-831-1446, [email protected], www.ncasha.com� Southern California ASHALawrence Witter, 16136 Live Oak SpringsCanyon Road, Canyon Country, CA91387, 661-252-0907, [email protected]

COLORADOColorado ASHAStacey Kipper, 7033 S. Versailles Street,Aurora, CO 80016, 303-619-8699,[email protected]

CONNECTICUTASHA of Connecticut, Inc. Cheryl Innis, 341 Watchaug Road,Somers, CT 06071, 860-749-3007, [email protected]

GEORGIAASHA of Georgia, Inc.Bruce Payton, 405 Savannah Circle,Jonesboro, GA 30236, 404-353-8912,[email protected], www.ashag.org

ILLINOIS� Illinois ASPHACindie Kozeluh, 1444 Magnolia Street,Glenview, IL 60025, 847-699-5961, [email protected], www.iaspha.com� Mid-America Horse Show AssociationCheryl Rangel, 1101 Peace Drive,Wheeling, IL 60090, 847-537-4743,[email protected], www.midamericahorseshow.org

INDIANA� Indiana Saddlebred AssociationLinda Beltz, 1510 Prestwick Circle,Carmel, IN 46032, 317-844-9702, [email protected],www.indianasaddlebred.com � Northwest Indiana SaddlebredAssociation, Carey Millsap-Spears, 129 S. California Street, Hobart, IN46342, 219-942-2915,[email protected]

IOWAIowa ASASuzanne Robinson, 108 Grand Ave.,West Des Moines, IA 50265, 515-953-6495, [email protected]

KANSASASA of KansasYvonne McCarthy, 8601 E. 55th Street S,Derby, KS 67037, 316-789-0694, [email protected]

KENTUCKY� Kentucky ASPHAMike Felty, 2135 Harrington Mill Road,Shelbyville, KY 40065, [email protected],www.kaspha.org� KSOBAMelissa Moore, P.O. Box 55, Versailles, KY 40383, 859-873-9129,[email protected]

LOUISIANALouisiana ASHAJean Carnal, 4225 Illinois Ave., Kenner, LA 70065, 479-250-0210, [email protected], www.lasha.org

MAINEASA of MaineDollie Hutchins, 9 Bauneg Beg Road, Sanford, ME 04073, 207-324-6518, [email protected], www.mainesaddlebredhorse.com

MICHIGANASHA of MichiganSara Ressler, 5985 Cuthbert Road,White Lake, MI 48386, 248-922-0148,[email protected], www.asham.org

MINNESOTAMinnesota Saddlebred Horse AssociationKaty Holden, 2802 McLeod Street,Burnsville, MN 55337, 952-890-2033,[email protected], www.msha.org

MISSISSIPPIMississippi ASHACarolyn Cloonan, 11450 County FarmRoad, Gulfport, MS 39503, 228-697-0213, www.msasha.org

MISSOURIMid-America Saddlebred Horse ClubRebecca Yockey, 605 E. 64th Terrace,Kansas City, MO 64131-1129, 816-444-8571, [email protected],www.midamericasaddlebred.org

NEBRASKANebraska American Saddlebred Horse AssociationSue DeBoer, 1601 S. 52nd Street, Omaha,NE 68106, 402-553-7699, [email protected]

NEW HAMPSHIRETwin States ASADorothy Reinert, 14 Eel Street, Boscawen, NH 03303, 603-753-9800, [email protected], www.tsasa.org

NEW JERSEYASHA of New Jersey, Inc.N. Joan Booth, 906 Fox Hill Place,Milford, NJ 08848, 908-995-9807,[email protected], www.ashanj.com

NEW MEXICOASHA of New MexicoAudrey Austin, 64 Sanchez Road, Belen, NM 87002, [email protected]

NEW YORKASHA of New York, Inc.Theresa Giardino, 17 Crest Hill Drive,Whitesboro, NY 13492, 315-768-2474,[email protected], www.ashany.org

NORTH CAROLINAASA of the CarolinasNancy Boone, 8601 Boone Farm Road,Concord, NC 28027, 704-933-7416,[email protected], www.asacsaddlebred.com

OHIO� ASHA of OhioLeslie Reynolds, 1984 Hinckley Hills Road,Hinckley, OH 44233, 330-714-4047,[email protected], www.ohiosaddlebred.com� Penn-Ohio FuturityMarcia Belcher, 7972 Firestone Road,Homerville, OH 44235, 330-625-1009,[email protected]� OASPHADee Cole, 1220 Kenbrook Hills Drive,Columbus, OH 43220, 614-457-9022,[email protected]

OREGONNorthwest Saddlebred AssociationKaren Lachman, 36675 Wilsonville Road,Newbury, OR 97132, 503-625-4542,[email protected], www.nwsaddlebreds.org

PENNSYLVANIAPennsylvania Saddlebred HorseAssociationCurt Melick, 226 Hummel Avenue,Lemoyne, PA 17043, 717-303-1764,[email protected], www.pa-saddlebred.com

SOUTH CAROLINAASA of the Carolinas, Inc.Nancy Boone, 8601 Boone Farm Road,Concord, NC 28027, 704-933-7416,[email protected], www.asacsaddlebred.com

TENNESSEEEast Tennessee Saddlebred AssociationTammie Moore, 5412 Long Creek Road,Morristown, TN 37813, 423-586-3602,[email protected], www.easttnsaddlebred.com

TEXAS� North Texas ASHA, Inc.Brent Cowan, 10000 South KreymerLane, Wylie, TX 75098, 972-442-6438,www.texassaddlebreds.com� San Antonio SHA, Inc.Megan Beasom, 9 Springhill Drive,Boerne, TX 78006, 830-755-4903, [email protected] www.sashatx.org � Texas ASHAJean Huffstickler, 3104 Edloe #202,Houston, TX 77027, 713-961-1315, [email protected], www.texasasha.org

VERMONTTwin States ASADorothy Reinert, 14 Eel Street, Boscawen, NH 03303, 603-753-9800, [email protected], www.tsasa.org

VIRGINIAASHA of Virginia, Inc.Carol Reedy, 1617 Maiden Lane SW,Roanoke, VA 24015, 540-982-0581, [email protected], www.ashav.net

WASHINGTONNorthwest Saddlebred AssociationKaren Lachman, 36675 Wilsonville Road,Newbury, OR 97132, 503-625-4542,[email protected], www.nwsaddlebreds.org

WEST VIRGINIAASHB Futurity of West VirginiaSteffanie Simpson, P.O. Box 732,Kearneysville, WV 25430, 304-728-1144,[email protected],www.wvsaddlebred.com

WISCONSIN� ASA of WisconsinShelagh Roell, 19140 Edmonton Drive,Brookfield, WI 53045, 262-784-3554,www.asaw.org, [email protected]� ASHB Futurity of WisconsinPaulette Healey, 11125 North CrestlineRoad, Mequon, WI 53092, 262-242-2559, [email protected],www.wisconsinsaddlebred.com

INTERNATIONAL CLUBSCANADA� ASHA of AlbertaBarbara Brinker, 10 Lowe Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, Canada T8L 2K9, 780-903-7050,[email protected]� ASHA of British ColumbiaJudy Alden, 24686 51 Avenue, Langley, BC V2Z 1H9, 604-856-3563,[email protected]� ASHA of OntarioRichard MacKenzie, 4411 Malcom Rd.,Ontario, CANADA L0B 1L0, 905-986-5598

UNITED KINGDOM� ASA of Great BritainCheryl Lutring, Uplands, North Road,Alfriston, East Sussex, England BN26 5XE, [email protected],www.americansaddlebreds.co.uk� USA of UKLynn Jarvis, 36 Philpot Square,Peterborough Road, London, EnglandSW6 3HT, [email protected],www.american-saddlebred.co.uk

SWEDENASHA of Scandinavia Birgitta Andersson, Brunsered Hossna,523 97 Ulricehamn, Sweden 0321-400 26,[email protected], www.saddlebred-sweden.com

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ARIZONA� Desert Palms DiamondbacksMichelle McVey/Erin Rae Smith, 28410 North 44th Street, Cave Creek, AZ85331, 480-239-4896,www.desertpalms.net,[email protected]� Sarabande Super StarsBetsy Dian Lundell, 3250 East AllenRoad, Tucson, AZ 85718, 520-907-3965, [email protected]�White Star ShowstoppersSabrina Ball, 22088 N. 79th Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85255, 480-473-2767,[email protected]� Sonoran StarsJennifer Horn, 5530 East Corrine Drive,Scottsdale, AZ 85254, 602-909-5295,[email protected]

CALIFORNIA� Rancho Del MartiansJanet Lyttle/Beth Piper, 6532 WoodsideCircle, Huntington Beach, CA 92647,714-897-2209, [email protected]� Surf City Saddle ClubJennifer Polich, 3631 Pirate Circle,Huntington Beach, CA 92649, 714-345-0410, [email protected]

COLORADOColorado High SteppersJackie Rosellen, 212 South Roland Ave., Fort Lupton, CO 80621, 303-857-4726,[email protected]

FLORIDABobbin Hollow Saddle ClubLark Henry, 3375 Vanderbilt Beach Road,Naples, FL 34109, 239-592-1033, [email protected], www.bobbinhollow.com

GEORGIA� Jr. ASHAGChristina Waddell/Christy Parker, 5421 Ledford Drive, Austell, GA 30106,770-856-6105, [email protected]� Mountain Laurel Super RidersTina Smith/Jennifer Spurlin, 138 Saddlebred Lane, Baldwin, GA30511, 706-886-4526, [email protected]

ILLINOIS� 5-Gaits to HeavenCarol Wilber/Linda Wallen, 2565 BluffDrive, Kankakee, IL 60901, 815-935-9832, [email protected]� Briar Hill Farm Saddle ClubBeth Hampel, 29583 North GossellRoad, Wauconda, IL 60084, 847-526-3681, [email protected]

� Club LandmarkSharon Gardner, 3404 Heritage OaksCourt, Oak Brook, IL 60523, 630-971-0867, [email protected]� Knight RidersToni Shipman Knight, 36 W 788 RedGate Road, St. Charles, IL 60175, 502-249-0292, [email protected]� Krussell Stables Youth ClubWendy Carney, 7105 Tryon Grove Road,Richmond, IL 60071, 815-678-6808, [email protected]� Saddlebred Riders UnitedAnne Conway, 10100 South Kean Ave.,Palos Hills, IL 60465, 708-598-7718,[email protected]�Vizcaya’s HorsemastersRick/Karen Schotthofer, 221 West Singing Woods Road, Chillicothe, IL 61523, 309-579-3467�Woodwind Farm ShowstoppersBonnie Kittredge, 2910 South Justen Rd.,McHenry, IL 60050, 815-477-2740, [email protected]

INDIANASantiago StablematesTammy Adams, 10125 St. Wendel Rd.,Evansville, IN 47720, 812-449-5979,[email protected]

KENTUCKY� Betsy Webb StablesDenise Ridgway/Patti Pullen, 2612 South English Station Road, Louisville, KY 40299, 502-244-7667, [email protected]� Biggins Bridle BunchRenee Biggins, 750 Noland Road, P.O.Box 302, Simpsonville, KY 40067, 502-722-5068� Blue Willow BrigadeAndrea Steponaitis, 2365 Lexington Road,Versailles, KY 40383, 859-509-8746, [email protected]� Brannon BarnstersDeb Rateri/Nancy Brannon, 973 Turkey Foot, Lexington, KY 40502,859-268-1425, [email protected]� Mighty Mallard MustangsMelissa Johnson, 4673 Muddy FordRoad, Georgetown, KY 40324, 502-863-0107 � Premier Youth ClubSarah Byers/Katie Case, 8655 Shelbyville Road, P.O. Box 99,Simpsonville, KY 40067, 502-722-5737, [email protected]� Rock Creek JuniorsMeg Purdy, 3114 Rock Creek Drive,Louisville, KY 40207 , 502-893-7792, [email protected]�Walnut Way Wylde WrydersSuzanne Human/Marilyn Macfarlane, P.O. Box 296, Simpsonville, KY 40067, 502-321-0642, [email protected]

� Zu-KruCindy Boel, 3500 Locke Lane, Prospect, KY 40059, 502-228-6462,[email protected]

MICHIGAN� High Time’s Super StarsPam Specht/Andrea Wendt, 12374 Stanley Road, Flushing, MI48433, 810-577-6795,[email protected]� Tall Tails Youth ClubJodi Higdon/Kelly Neu, 5531 Atlas Road,Grand Blanc, MI 48439, 810-636-7000, [email protected] � Rackin’Riders Youth ClubErin Shirey/Sena Bowling, 18302Thornridge Drive, Grand Blanc, MI 48439,248-496-1839, [email protected]

MINNESOTA� Centre Pointe Saddle ClubDawn DeHart, 2500 CR 30 S.E., Delano, MN 55328, 763-234-7567, [email protected] � M. P. SaddlearsJennefer Lear-Tharaldson, 19025 Coates Blvd., Hastings, MN55033, 651-895-3088, [email protected]

MISSOURI� Abby Road RidersKelly Stewart, 19608 South State Rt. J,Peculiar, MO 64078, 813-803-0036, [email protected]� Destiny RidersLisa Mullen/Mary Jo O'Malley, 1702 Mystery Hill Drive, Pleasant Hill, MO 64080, 816-540-9566, [email protected]� The PrideKate Coup Younker, 1008 FairmountCourt, Jefferson City, MO 65101, 573-823-2173, [email protected]� Timbermist’s Cutback KidsChuck Browning/Amy Bannister, 18901 South 291 Highway, Pleasant Hill, MO 64080, 402-991-9033, [email protected]

NEBRASKACheradon’s Cheval’sCheryl Dorff, 12211 Fairview Road, Springfield, NE 68059, 402-253-2550, [email protected]

NORTH CAROLINA� Deerfield DiamondsChristy Absher Johnson, 10577 Sparta Road, McGrady, NC 28649,336-670-9292, [email protected]� Heritage Farm Youth ClubJackie Leon, 300 Scottsdale Lane, Clemmons, NC 27012, 336-813-0904,[email protected]

� High Caliber Stables Youth ClubMary Orr, 1736 Union Cross Road, Kernersville, NC 27284, 336-777-1175, 336-769-4701, [email protected]� Lovell's Little Bits, Parker Lovell/Kim Stewart, 2915 Shetland Drive,Winston Salem, NC 27127, 336-784-6385,[email protected]

OHIO� Cape Cod Youth ClubKathy Boggs, 3187 Centerville Road, Spring Valley, OH 45370, 937-848-8566,[email protected]� The Sassy SaddlebredsColleen Martin, 7440 Lilly ChapelGeorgesville Road, Lon don, OH 43140, 614-819-5813, [email protected]

TENNESSEE� Caylor Stables Youth ClubKathy Caylor, 7930 Long Drive, Chattanooga, TN 37421, 423-280-3716, [email protected] � Locust Run Rebel RidersRebecca Brown, 1100 Oak Plains Road,Clarksville, TN 37043, 931-237-0142, [email protected]

TEXAS� Lone Star Show StoppersKoren Mercer, 20433 Faye Road,Tomball, TX 77377, 713-392-5253,[email protected]�Winning Ways WhinniesMay Chadick, 21403 Mueschke Road,Tomball, TX 77377, 281-787-9051,[email protected]

VIRGINIA�Windy Hill StarsCarolyn Folkers, 3749 Elon Road, Monroe, VA 24574, 434-386-4351,[email protected]

WISCONSIN� De Equus StablematesCandy Wildenberg, 11816 Morgan Road,Cato, WI 54230, 920-775-4088, [email protected]� Equitate EquestriansBridget Ward, 2012 Forest Street, Wauwautosa, WI 53213, 262-227-1230,[email protected]� Knollwood’s KnockoutsNancy Turner, 2800 Oakwood Road, Hartland, WI 53029, 262-367-2391� My Fantasy FilliesJenna Culligan, N3342 Willow Road, Pulaski, WI 54162, 920-606-5908, [email protected]�Willis Stables Youth GroupJohn Willis/Susan Nicola, 4414 N. Marlborough Drive, Shorewood, WI 53211, 262-878-4845,[email protected]

Listings current as of April 6, 2010

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

To say that 2009 has been both aninteresting and frustrating year for theASHA and its Board of Directors wouldbe an understatement. In many ways theASHA has become like a dysfunctionalfamily with rumors about it flying fasterthan the speed of sound through thewonderful invention called email andthe Internet.

Throughout the year, however, theBoard grew and became much closerand resolved as Directors. I am constan-tly amazed when I am told, “the pro-blem with the ASHA Directors is thatthey are removed from the realSaddlebred world. They don’t under-stand what is going on in our world.”

How anyone could think that thesepeople — all who have a direct conne-ction to the Saddlebred world in variousareas — do not know what is going onin that world is beyond my comprehen-sion. They not only know what is goingon, they are giving of their time to tryand make it a better world.

I would be remiss not to especiallyacknowledge the Officers and theExecutive Committee who put in coun-tless hours of work in 2009, oftenmaking changes in their personal plansto be on a conference call or attend ameeting. And a special thank you toBarbara Molland, President of theAmerican Saddlebred Registry. Barbaraand I have shared a weekly managementmeeting since this time last year. She hasbeen there at every bend in the long roadof 2009. Our horse and our organizationare lucky to have her as a friend.

I struggled with what to say at thisAnnual Meeting, and my struggle endedat the American Royal when asked bysomeone, who happens to be seated inthis room, “what do you think theSaddlebred world will look like in 50years?” I thought about that questionand decided to shorten the 50 years to10 years for the purpose of this meeting.

Who holds the future of this breed?We do. Everyone sitting in this roomand every person who is not here butwho loves the American Saddlebred.Look in the mirror; the reflection yousee will either help move the breed for-

ward or will help it decline, for the sta-tus quo is not acceptable. Our horse —a horse that survived being the mostpopular mount of both sides during theCivil War, a horse that has been theheart of the ASHA for 129 years, ahorse that deserves our best effort —has no vote in its future. Its future restsin our hands.

You are going to hear a lot aboutnumbers this morning, numbers that ref-lect the American Saddlebred trends andnumbers that belong to other breeds.Why should we care about other bre-eds? Make no mistake about it. We arein competition with other breeds to att-ract the horse-buying public. The num-bers across the board tell you that breedregistries all suffered losses in 2008 and2009, and the majority started seeing asoftness of registrations beginning in2002 and 2003.

At the recent United States EquestrianFederation Convention, I had the oppor-tunity to talk to the leadership of severalregistries, and without exception, thetheme was the same: lower registrations,lower entries at horse shows, and lowermembership for the organizations. Therewas another theme that kept croppingup in conversations; it was “we need toreinvent ourselves.”

I thought about that statement thro-

ughout the USEF Convention and havemulled it over a lot in the 30 days sincethat convention. And I have come to theconclusion that for success to come ourway in the next 10 years, we don’t needto reinvent ourselves, but we do have tochange the way we think about theAmerican Saddlebred Horse Associationand our horse. We need a cultural chan-ge, and, frankly, it might be easier toreinvent ourselves. A cultural change isdefined as changing the basic values,norms and beliefs within a large groupof people. In this context, I am talkingabout a culture change within theASHA membership and hopefully a cul-tural change as to how our horse is vie-wed by those outside our membership.

We have four constituents withinASHA:

� Those that love and show ourhorse in what has come to be known asour traditional horse shows.

� Those who are interested in compe-ting with the breed in what are oftenreferred to as alternate disciplines.

� Those who breed our horse and forthe most part breed for that animal toenter the show ring.

� Those who want to ride our horserecreationally.

They are four distinct groups withinour dysfunctional family, and each needs

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Chuck Herbert talks during the annual ASHA Members Meeting.


to change their thinking about the otherif the next 10 years are to be successfulfor our horse.

Our world today is remarkably diffe-rent than our world 10 years ago, andit is hard to imagine what the next 10years will bring.

One of the biggestgrowth areas are theheavily funded huma-ne groups. The majori-ty of the humane gro-ups are doing wonder-ful work, but a feware a threat to all com-petitive equine events.Recently, the HumaneSociety of the UnitedStates, which hasassets of over $500million, released avideo called Horses Mutilated for Show.While this video is aimed at theTennessee Walking Horse Big Lick bree-der and trainer, the narrator refers overand over to “gaited horses” that lifttheir front legs higher because they aresored in order to create action.

Very few people in this room, withthe exception of Redd Crabtree, remem-ber when Redd and I, along with others,made trips to Washington D.C. twice amonth when this same group wasattempting to convince the U.S.Department of Agriculture to removepads from all horses.

At that time, we became concernedwhen we saw someone with a videocamera in the warm-up area of a horseshow. With today’s flip cameras and cellphone cameras, imagine what could beput on YouTube and sent around theworld instantly. Think of the times wehave all seen illegal training equipmenton horses at shows, with no effort by theperson using the equipment to be discre-et in its use. When you are looking inthat mirror I mentioned earlier, ask your-self if you think we could survive thatbad publicity that could plague us due tosomeone taking footage of a horse beingworked in that illegal equipment andposting that picture or video on theInternet. We must police ourselves, or itis going to be done for us, and if thathappens, we won’t like the outcome.

What other trends control the fate ofour show horse and horse shows in the

next 10 years? The answer to growth, Ibelieve, will depend on the state of SaddleSeat riding. When we have 21 riders in aSaddle Seat Medal final, and the equiva-lent Hunter Seat finals has in the high200s, it tells a story that is not favorable.

We have parts ofthis country wherethere are no AmericanSaddlebreds. We havelarge parts of thiscountry where thereare no Saddle Seatriding programs. Wedon’t even know howmany Saddle Seatriding programs are inexistence today. Whatwe do know is thatwhere there are strongSaddle Seat riding pro-

grams, training barns are flourishing,horse shows are filled and breedingfarms exist.

We know what works, but for somereason, we continue searching for anot-her magic bullet to create a market forour show horse and tend to ignore ananswer that is right under our noses.

I fear if we continue to see SaddleSeat riding programs and Saddle Seatparticipation decline, the buyers for theSaddlebred show horse will decline at anequal pace. If you breed AmericanSaddle breds, if you train AmericanSaddlebreds, if you are an owner thatshows AmericanSaddlebreds, youmust be concernedthat Saddle Seatriding is not growing.

Yes, we havepockets of the coun-try where it is doingwell, but those are inthe minority, not themajority. We are asmuch in competitionwith Hunt Seat,Dressage Seat andWestern as we arewith the Arabian, Morgan, NationalShow Horse and others.

Bringing back Saddle Seat riding tothe prominence it had in its heyday,when there would be 75 riders in theMedal final or the Good Hands final, isnot going to be easy. We need to figure

out how we make showing an AmericanSaddlebred as appealing as Dressage tothe middle-aged woman who alwaysloved horses and now has the time andthe finances to indulge her fantasy. Wehave to sell Saddle Seat riding to thefamily who has a horse-crazy child.

One of the reasons I believe thatSaddle Seat riding has diminished innumbers is that those breeds who haveit in their horse show class specificationshave only worried about the breed, notthe discipline. Saddle Seat riding andclasses where horses are shown with aSaddle Seat saddle go hand in hand. Forone to grow, the other must be healthy.

If I asked the question, “Who wonthe big three World’s GrandChampionships in 2008,” most peoplein the room would know the answer:CHBreaking News, CHMother Mary andCHOur Charming Lady, wonderful hor-ses that we all enjoyed and appreciate.

If I asked you what horse in 2008had its record broken for miles on com-petitive trail riding competition, many ofyou would say you don’t know and youdon’t care. That horse was the AmericanSaddlebred named Wing Tempo. He hadlogged 20,710 miles in his career, hadwon 22 consecutive national champion-ships and received the highest honorgiven in competitive trail riding: ThePresident’s Cup.

Today there are other Saddlebredsthat are setting their own records in all

kinds of disciplines, yetlike Wing Tempo, theirtriumphs are not recor-ded with their pedigree.And while the ASHAhas created programsfor these horses, themajority of the main-stream Saddlebredowners and trainerscould care less. I knowthat many connectedwith our breed thinkthat is the way it shouldbe; however, if we don’t

change that attitude in the next 10 years,it will be one of our biggest mistakes.

Disciplines that do not require ahorse to be of any one registered breedhave grown faster than any breed reg-istry. While the breed numbers go down,the discipline numbers go up. Why

We know whatworks, but forsome reason,

we continue searching foranother magic bullet to create a market for our show horse and tend toignore an answer that is right under our noses.”

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If you breedAmericanSaddlebreds,

if you train AmericanSaddlebreds, if you are anowner that shows AmericanSaddlebreds, you must beconcerned that Saddle Seatriding is not growing.”

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would I be talking about this when Ijust said we must grow the ranks ofSaddle Seat riding? Because we knowfrom our own statistics that approxi-mately only 20 percent of all AmericanSaddlebred foal crops have a competi-tion record of any kind. 20 percent.

What happens to the rest of the ani-mals in a crop? Some are put in thebreeding ranks. Some show without everwinning a ribbon. Some make it into thehands of people who want to use themin various disciplines. But the vast major-ity are shuttled off, and they not onlylose their identity, sometimes they losetheir lives. A high percentage of thoseanimals would do very well in eventing,dressage, trail riding and all the othernumerous types of events where horsescompete or are simply enjoyed.

How does this fit into what ASHA isfacing today? We are lucky enough tohave a breed that is athletic, smart andcan shine in so many jobs, yet because alarge part of any foal crop does not havethe attributes of a Saddle Seat horse, weare willing to often take the lowestfinancial dollar available for that animal.Besides the gross unfairness this is to ourbreed, it is financially a bad decision.

Several people have asked me what Ithought June Cronan would do if hewere alive today. I believe he would gethimself invited to speak at the Dressageconventions, the eventing conventions,the North American Trail Riding conven-tions, and he would be saying, “Do wehave a horse for you.” And then hewould invite those listening to theWorld’s Championship Horse show,Lexington JuniorLeague or the Amer -ican Royal, so that theycould see our perform-ance horse at its best.

Now before everyo-ne goes to their cellphone or email andtells their friends thatJudy Werner is aban-doning the showhorse, let me assureyou that you would be wrong. I breedfor a show horse, but I don’t like theprospect of getting $500 or less for whatshould be a very useful animal in manydisci plines. I don’t like it for our perso-nal bottom line, and I certainly don’t

like it for our breed. This conversation should not be an

either-or situation, and I say that to bothsides of this equation: Those who onlywant our breed seen as a Saddle Seatshow horse, and those who are intere-sted in using it in other disciplines.“Either-or” propositions are usually pre-set for failure. Those who want to useour breed in various disciplines have torespect the show horse — its breeder andthe professional who trains it. And at thesame time, those who are only interestedin the show horse need to take off theirblinders and realize that for the sake ofthis breed, and for the financial andemotional sake of the breeder, we needto be smart in positioning our horse tobecome a wanted commodity in discipli-nes outside our show ring.

If, as a group, we don’t feel that thesehorses have worth, how do we expectothers to look at the breed when consi-dering their new horse for a use that isoutside our show ring?

For this breed’s future to be bright inthe next 10 years, we can’t wait for solu-tions. We must create them. Some peopleare experts in seeing what is wrong witha situation, organization or person. Butwhat good is such expertise? What doesit solve or create? What does anyone getout of being a perpetual critic? We mustall sign off on a course of action becausethe price of inaction is too high.

This should not be a zero-sum game,where for one part of our dysfunctionalfamily to win, the other must lose.

In order for the next 10 years to beprosperous for the American Saddle bred,

the ASHA must sup-port “all thingsSaddlebred.” Andwhile it can create andsupport programs, itcan’t sell your horsesfor you, it can’t buildyour training business,it can’t manage yourhorse show. That is theresponsibility of theimage in the mirror.

In closing, I’d like to reference abook I am reading entitled The Powerof Many, written by Meg Whitman, theretired CEO of eBay.

A Power of Many company or orga-nization utilizes the communication and

networking powers of modern technolo-gy to do things that otherwise would beimpossible. But the point is to use tech-nology as a way to engage the energy,ideas and goodness of people and theirdesire to team up with others who sharetheir interests and work together toimprove their life, a company or organi-zation. The Power of Many demandsthat everybody consider this question:What is the right thing to do?

I don’t really have an answer to“What will the Saddlebred world looklike in 10 years,” however, I know itwill look different than today. I havealways been and continue to be an opti-mist about our breed and the peoplewho control its destiny. I believe thatwhen we look in the mirror and ask,“What is the right thing to do?” — notfor ourselves, but for our equine partnerwho is so dependent on us doing theright thing, that we will work togetherto move forward. Today all of us needto consider what we are going to leavethe next generation of American Saddle -bred breeders, owners and trainers.

Do we have the resolve to do theright thing?

I believe we do. It is not going to beeasy. At times, it is going to seem weare climbing a hill that keeps gettinghigher, but if we keep the top of the hillin our sights, the journey is going to beworth traveling.

Today all of usneed to consider what

are we going to leave thenext generation of AmericanSaddlebred breeders, owners and trainers.”

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saddlebred.comRead the 2009 audit reports of

the American Saddlebred HorseAssociation and AmericanSaddlebred Registry, plus viewgraphs showing trends in the following areas: Membership, PrizeProgram Payouts, Registrations,Stallions Reporting, TransfersProcessed, Registrations by FoalCrop, Embryo Foal Registrationsand Breedings Reported.


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