12/31/14
TICKET RESERVATIONS AVAILABLE FOR 2015 ALL AMERICAN CUP STALLION SERVICE AUCTION AND REVIEW
The 13th Annual All American Cup Stallion Service Auction and Review will be held the weekend of January 23 & 24.
All American Cup tickets for the entire weekend are only $10. The tickets will entitle the bearer to special discounts valued at hundreds of dollars at motels, restaurants, harness supply, Wakefield-Searce and other merchants in the area. Ticketholders will also partake in the fabulous All American Cup Auction, with hospitality and offerings furnished by Dr. Scott and Linda Bennett at Alliance Stud LLC.
Reserve your $10 ticket today from the All American Cup Office by emailing your request to: allamericancup.jwa@gmail.com.
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12/24/14
MIDWEST AOT CLINIC REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED
The registration deadline for the Midwest AOT Clinic has been extended until January 31, 2015.
The clinic will be held on February 7-8, 2015 in Waukesha, WI. Melissa Moore of Sunrise Stables in Versailles, KY is the clinician, with Sarah Watson, DC, VSMT presenting on rider fitness. With a limit of only 20 horses, each rider will have two lessons with Melissa. In addition to the lessons, the clinic will feature sessions on shoeing, bits, tails, long lining, and horse and rider turnout. Auditors are welcome. Fees are $450 per horse (maximum of two riders per horse) and $80 to audit. Any profits will go to the ASHA’s AOT Committee for the purpose of recognizing and promoting AOT activities nationwide.
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12/24/14
JUDY WERNER TO BE AWARDED 2014 USEF LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce Judy Werner as the winner of the 2014 USEF Lifetime Achievement Award. Werner, of Waterloo, Illinois, has played an influential role in the American Saddlebred industry for decades. Participating as a competitor, breeder, and leader, Werner has made numerous contributions to the equine industry. For her years of service, Werner has been awarded the 2014 USEF Lifetime Achievement Award and will receive the Jimmy A. Williams Lifetime Achievement Trophy at the Pegasus Awards gala.
Beginning her riding career at a young age, Werner competed in the Equitation classes, becoming one of the best junior riders on the Missouri show circuit. She continued
Beginning her riding career at a young age, Werner competed in the Equitation classes, becoming one of the best junior riders on the Missouri show circuit. She continued
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12/15/14
MID-AMERICA SPRING MOVES TO MADISON’S BRAND NEW FACILITY, APRIL 2-4, 2015
Mid-America Horse Show Association has moved its spring show to the Madison, Wisconsin Alliant Energy Center’s brand new facility specifically designed for livestock. The show also has a new name –– Mid-America Spring Fling – and dates a week later, April 2-4, Thursday-Saturday (but not on Easter Sunday).
The new Madison venue provides exhibitors excellent facilities with 120’x200’ make-up ring feeding into a show ring of same size, plus 500 stalls with 10’ wide aisles – all under one roof, totally enclosed, in the brand new 200,000- square-foot New Holland Pavilion #2 at the Alliant Energy Center. Water and electric are located on all support pillars, the
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12/15/14
ALEXIS BITTAR PLANS TRUNK SHOW TO BENEFIT SADDLEBRED RESCUE, INC.
Thanks to American Saddlebred owner and exhibitor, Carolyn Stuart, Saddlebred Rescue has a new friend. Alexis Bittar, described as "One Of The Greatest Jewelry Designers Of The 21st Century," went from hawking his wares on the streets of New York, to selling his eponymous jewelry collections in more than 34 countries around the globe. Featuring both fine jewelry and upscale fashion jewelry, Bittar’s designs can be found in 12 Alexis Bittar stores located in California, New York, Illinois and Connecticut as well as at select retailers.
Mr. Bittar has graciously agreed to host a “trunk show” of his eclectic jewelry at the Alexis Bittar store at 1710 N Damen Ave., Chicago, Illinois 60647. A
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12/15/14
AMHA AWARDS GALA AND CONVENTION SCHEDULED FOR FEBRUARY 27-28
The AMHA Awards Gala and Convention is shaping up to be an event you won't want to miss! Scheduled for February 27-28, 2015, at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis, this jam-packed event is planned for you!
Friday's schedule includes farm visits to both Arcola Farm and Hardwood Creek as well as the welcome celebration. Some of Saturday's speakers include 2014 Equine Industry Vision Award winner, Patti Colbert; internationally renowned photographer, Scott Trees; and our very own Howard Schatzberg will share 30 years of Grand National memories at the annual awards luncheon! And of course, the weekend wouldn't be complete without the Awards Gala Banquet and the AMHA/WMF Stallion Service Auction!
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Friday's schedule includes farm visits to both Arcola Farm and Hardwood Creek as well as the welcome celebration. Some of Saturday's speakers include 2014 Equine Industry Vision Award winner, Patti Colbert; internationally renowned photographer, Scott Trees; and our very own Howard Schatzberg will share 30 years of Grand National memories at the annual awards luncheon! And of course, the weekend wouldn't be complete without the Awards Gala Banquet and the AMHA/WMF Stallion Service Auction!
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12/15/14
TEAM AMERICAN SADDLEBREDS, INC. ANNOUNCES SUSAN SWOPE MICROCHIP FUND
Team American Saddlebreds, Inc. (TAS) is excited to announce the creation of the Susan Swope Microchip Fund. The fund is a matching gift up to $500.00 that will provide for microchips to be purchased and placed in horses that are found at risk, when TAS lacks funds to purchase them and as a means to identify them, if they are found at risk of slaughter. TAS is a registered 501(c) (3) organization whose mission is to assist American Saddlebreds that are in need, at risk of neglect or face a threat of slaughter. The team goal is best summarized by our slogan, Renew ~ Rehome ~Repurpose.
The TAS Team is comprised of its board of directors (Hilarie Thomas, Jennifer Hegg, Jonna Egli and Zena Muzyczenko) and loyal volunteers,
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12/15/14
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE FOR THE 13TH ANNUAL ALL AMERICAN CUP STALLION SERVICE AUCTION
The All American Cup and the Kentucky Saddlebred Owners and Breeders Association invite you to the All American Cup stallion tour and stallion service auction weekend.
Start your weekend, Friday, January 23, by visiting Fred Sarver’s Cornerstone Stables 3648 Pleasant Spring Road, Carlisle, KY 40311, phone 859-953-0265, beginning at 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM for an informal “Open House”, where top American Saddlebred stallions will be shown per request. Mr. Sarver, also, will be available to answer any questions regarding his breeding program and philosophy.
Then off to an afternoon at Melissa Moore’s Sunrise Stables 3010 Delaney Ferry Road, Versailles, KY 40383, barn phone 859-873-9129!!
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12/10/14
ASHA WELCOMES NEW DIRECTORS FOR 2015
The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) is pleased to announce the election of seven new members to its Board of Directors, who will join the Board starting in January of 2015 at the UPHA Convention, which will host the ASHA annual meeting.
Allen Bosworth, Sandra Currier, Elisabeth Goth, Donna Pettry-Smith, and Jenny Taylor were elected to the ASHA Board of Directors for a term of three years, starting in 2015. Also re-elected were current ASHA board members David Rudder and Kenny Wheeler.
ASHA offered its members the opportunity to vote for new Directors either electronically or by the traditional paper b
Allen Bosworth, Sandra Currier, Elisabeth Goth, Donna Pettry-Smith, and Jenny Taylor were elected to the ASHA Board of Directors for a term of three years, starting in 2015. Also re-elected were current ASHA board members David Rudder and Kenny Wheeler.
ASHA offered its members the opportunity to vote for new Directors either electronically or by the traditional paper b
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12/08/14
AHHS ANNOUNCES 2015 OFFICERS
The AHHS Board of Directors met on Saturday, November 22, to vote for 2015 Officers. The 2015 Officers are as follows: president, Andy Freseth; vice president, John Wrather; treasurer, Junior Schut; recording secretary, Mindy Preston.
The Executive Committee will consist of Andy Freseth, John Wrather and Mindy Preston. The next meeting will be held at the Annual Convention in Savannah, Georgia, January 14-17, 2015.
12/08/14
MID-ATLANTIC MORGAN HORSE SALE FAST APPROACHING
The 12th Annual Mid-Atlantic Morgan Horse Sale is set to take place on January 20-21, 2015, in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. To see a list of consignments or for more information, visit morganhorseauction.com.
12/08/14
UPHA ANNOUNCES HORSE/PONY OF THE YEAR RESULTS
The following UPHA Horse/Pony of the Year Awards will be presented at the UPHA Convention, Friday evening January 16, 2015 in beautiful Savannah, Georgia. Each of the 48 division winners automatically become eligible for the UPHA Overall Horse/Pony of the Year Award in their respective division.
Congratulations to the following:
Saddlebred Open Five Gaited
CH The Daily Lottery
Saddlebred Amateur Five Gaited
Callaway's No More Mr. Nice Guy
Saddlebred Ladies Five Gaited
Fox Grape's Sierra Madre
Saddlebred Ladies Amateur Five Gaited
CH My Wonder
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12/08/14
COACHES ANNOUNCED FOR 2015 U.S. SADDLE SEAT YOUNG RIDERS TEAMS
The United States Equestrian Federation is pleased announce the coaches for the 2015 U.S. Saddle Seat Young Riders Teams.
Melissa Smith (Kansas City, Missouri) and Kent Swalla (Columbia, Missouri) have been named as coaches of the home team. Their team will be competing at the U.S. Saddle Seat Invitational at Cascade Stables in New Orleans, Louisiana, in June. Kelly Kraegel (Guthrie, Oklahoma) and Sarah Lawson (Rockport, Indiana) will be coaches of the team travelling to South Africa in September. Learn more about the four 2015 U.S. Saddle Seat Young Riders Teams coaches at USEFNetwork.com.
The 2015 Young Riders Team efforts are supported by USA Equestrian Trust and the United Professional Horsemen's Association,
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11/25/14
SADDLEBRED COMMUNITY LOSES WALTER BUSH
Walter Bush of Buckeye, Arizona, passed away on November 19, 2014 in Phoenix, Arizona. He was an international businessman, world traveler and a premier American Saddlebred horse breeder. Walter was born September 25, 1929, in Dadeville, Missouri, to Calvin W. and Maude Friend Bush. He is survived by his wife Connie, sister Amanda Margaret Cushman, and sons Danny and Alexander.
Walter spent the 1950s studying at the Sorbonne in Paris, servicing American Military Personnel with life insurance on military bases in Europe and North Africa. He founded his own general agency in Frankfurt, Germany.
In the 1960s, Mr. Bush moved to Phoenix, while maintaining a Zurich home and office and traveling to other agency offices located i
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11/25/14
2015 ASHA YOUTH CONFERENCE DATES ANNOUNCED
The ASHA Youth Conference returns to the Embassy Suites Lexington on February 13-14, 2015.
This is the time of the year Youth Clubs are recognized for their achievements, and this year it is a Youth Conference only since ASHA is partnering with UPHA earlier in the year for the ASHA Annual Meeting . So, YOUth, it’s all about you!
Activities this year will include a trip to the American Saddlebred Museum for “A Night at the Museum.” Saturday is full of fun, beginning with field trips to Double D Ranch and Clouse Stables, and ending up with lunch and activities hosted by Elisabeth Goth at Visser Stables and the presentation of the Academy Awards. Saturday evening concludes with the ASHA Youth Ga
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11/20/14
ASR ANNOUNCES RULE AND BYLAW CHANGES
At the October 28, 2014 meeting of the American Saddlebred Registry (ASR) Board of Directors, the Board approved the following rule change and bylaw changes. Note: the approved new language is in bold italicized text. A complete list of all ASR Rules and Regulations as well as the ASR Bylaws are available on our website at www.saddlebred.com, Registry, Governance.
AMERICAN SADDLEBRED REGISTRY RULES AND REGULATIONS
SECTION III. REGISTRATION
H. NAMES
1. Each animal for which Application for Registration is made must be given an acceptab
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11/20/14
ASHA ANNOUNCES BOARD OF DIRECTORS NOMINEES
At meetings held on October 27, 2014, in Lexington, Kentucky, the Executive Committee and Board of Directors of the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) voted to approve the slate of candidates for election to the ASHA Board in January of 2015. The Board is honored to present a qualified group of individuals with strong American Saddlebred backgrounds, as well as complimentary business and marketing skills. The slate is as follows:
Allen Bosworth, Greenville, South Carolina
Sandra Currier, Bellville, Texas
Redd Crabtree, Simpsonville, Kentucky
Brian Curran, Oakfield, Wisconsin
Steve Gaw, Holts Summit, Missouri
Elisabeth Goth, Lebanon, Kentucky
Kathie
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11/20/14
INAUGURAL UPHA OPEN GATE LEARNING CENTER IS A SUCCESS
The first UPHA Open Gate Learning Center at the 2014 UPHA/American Royal National Championship Horse Show was very successful. A great group of 18 students participated in the program, which was overseen by UPHA tutor Debra Murphy. The students put in more than 80 hours of study time.
The UPHA would like to extend a very special “Thank You” to the sponsors of the UPHA Open Gate Learning Center:
The McGinnis Family
Leslie Rainbolt-Forbes
The Hawley Family
The Rudder Family
11/20/14
UPHA HORSE/PONY OF THE YEAR VOTING NOW OPEN
All voting for the 2014 UPHA Horse/Pony of the Year is to be done online, and only current UPHA Active (Professional) Members may vote. To vote you must log in to your UPHA membership profile on the UPHA website, www.uphaonline.com, using your membership number and password. If you have not setup a password you may do so at this time, located in the center of the membership page.
Once you are logged in, you will see "Start Voting Now" just above your name and profile picture. Click on the link and you may vote. You must click the "Submit Your Vote" button at the bottom of the page for your votes to count. Remember only current UPHA Active (Professional) members may vote and you may only vote one
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11/20/14
SOUTHERN SADDLEBRED SALES ANNOUNCES INVITATIONAL HOLIDAY ONLINE AUCTION
Southern Saddlebred Sales, partnered with Addis Live Online Auctions, will once again offer a Holiday Online Auction on Tuesday, December 2, 2014. Entries in this sale must be invited or pre-approved, as there is a minimum opening bid of $5,000.
In order to be included, consigners should contact James or Jackie Hale with information about their entry, and possibly a photo or video clip for review. The entry fee is $250 and that covers the set up of the webpage, promotion of the horses for sale via mass email and social media, and the Minimum Bid/RNA of $5,000. Consignors may set a higher minimum acceptable bid if they wish, with a RNA fee of 5%. The commission rate is 12% of the sale price.
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10/31/14
INAUGURAL MIDWEST AOT CLINIC ANNOUNCED
The first ever Midwest AOT Clinic will be held on February 7-8, 2015 in Waukesha, WI, with Melissa Moore of Sunrise Stables in Versailles, KY as the clinician and Sarah Watson, DC, VSMT also instructing.
“I am very excited to be able to bring Melissa to our area for this clinic,” says Tiffani Frey, clinic organizer. “We have a large AOT population in the Midwest, and we can all benefit from her expertise.”
The clinic will feature sessions on shoeing, bits, tails, long lining, horse and rider turnout, and rider fitness, with lessons for those who bring their horses. In an effort to keep the lesson sizes small to maximize the educational opportunities, only 20 horses will be accepted. Auditors are we
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10/24/14
SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES LINDA A. ALBERY
Linda A. Albery, 76 of Columbia passed away Thursday, October 16, 2014 at her home with family by her side.
Cremation has taken place and a private family burial will be held in Decatur, IL as well as in Chandler, AZ at a later date. Linda was born July 4, 1938, in Decatur, IL to Robert H. and Helen M. Wilson, both whom have preceded her in death. During Linda’s professional career she served as Marketing & Public Relations Manager for Kat Productions, Bismarck, ND, Public Information Specialist, Bank of North Dakota, Bismarck, ND, Airline Projects Director for Excalibur Aviation, Bismarck, ND, Marketing and Public Relations Manager for Fisher Industries, Dickinson, ND, Editor and Direct
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10/24/14
SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES DUDLEY ABBOTT
Dudley Abbott, 90, husband of Sharon L. Abbott, died Thursday, October 16, 2014.
Mr. Abbott was born December 15, 1923, in Tarma, Kentucky to Jesse and Bertha McKinney Abbott. He was a veteran of the United States Navy and served in World War II. Mr. Abbott was a professional horse trainer and worked at Meadowbrook Farm, managed Tattersalls Sales and judged at The Red Mile. He was also a founding member of the UPHA, a member of the UPHA Hall of Fame, a member of the American Hackney Horse Society Hall of Fame, a member of the American Shetland Pony Association Hall of Fame and a member of the Indiana Horsemen's Association Hall of Fame.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by his
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10/24/14
WILLIAM WOODS UNIVERSITY TO HOST EQUINE ACADEMIC SHOWCASE
Prospective students interested in equestrian studies will have their chance to have their questions answered during William Woods University’s annual Equine Academic Showcase Nov. 7 and 8. The showcase is an opportunity for potential equestrian science, equine administration or equine general studies major to get an in-depth look at what makes the WWU equestrian program a leader in equestrian education.
Students and their families will watch WWU students in action during riding demonstrations. All four seats (saddle seat, dressage, western and hunter/jumper) will be displayed in a “Parade of Disciplines.” Tours of the world-class equestrian facilities will be offered, along with the chance to meet the internati
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10/24/14
CALIFORNIA FUTURITY ADDS, CHANGES CLASSES
Corrections and additions have been made to the 2014 California Futurity premium list. Please note the following:
Class 32, Morgan English Pleasure Amateur or Junior Exhibitor, will run after class 63 on Friday.
Class 93, Saddle Seat Equitation Championship, riders may qualify by showing in class 36 or class 72, if eligible.
Class 103B, Opportunity Roadster Pony Under Saddle Championship, must qualify by showing in Class 54.
Entries are accepted without post entry penalty until Tuesday, October 28, at 5 p.m. The 70th Annual California Saddle Horse Futurity Show will be held October 30-November 1 at the South Point Hotel, Casino and Equestrian Center in Las Ve
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10/22/14
SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES PHILIP CROWLEY
Philip A. Crowley, devoted husband of Mildred “Millie” Crowley (nee Krueger), passed away October 13, 2014 at the age of 65. Philip and Millie were married nearly 47 years. He was the loving father of Coleen Crowley, and the adopted grandfather of Brie and Cassidy Collins. Philip was a longtime employee of Federal Express as an A.S.E. Senior Mechanic and was a member of the National Street Rod Association, winning many awards at local venues. In lieu of flowers, memorial offerings may be made to Rush Hospital’s Brain Cancer Research Fund, c/o Dr. Robert Aiken, 1740 W. Harrison St., Chicago, Illinois, 60612.
10/21/14
ASHA NOMINATES MELISSA HERES FOR USEF YOUTH SPORTSMAN’S AWARD
Melissa Heres of Aragon, Georgia has been selected by the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) as their nominee to the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) for their USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award.
This award focuses on identifying potential leaders in the equine industry from all breeds and disciplines. This is an opportunity for USEF to give back to outstanding youth members and recognize them for their achievements. Applicants must be active members of both USEF and their Recognized National Affiliate. They must demonstrate an ongoing commitment to the promotion of equestrian sports, serve as a positive role model for their peers, and exhibit characteristics that exemplify positive sportsmanshi
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10/21/14
DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR AMERICAN ROYAL SCHOLARSHIP IS OCTOBER 31
The American Royal Association is offering 2014 UPHA/American Royal junior exhibitors the opportunity to receive a $1,500 scholarship. Applications must be received by October 31, 2014.
Potential recipients must include the Application Information Form, a copy of your high school transcript, one letter of recommendation and a one-page essay written by the applicant describing what their participation in the UPHA/American Royal National Championship means to them.
For more information regarding this scholarship please contact Allyssa King, Event Coordinator for Equine Events, at (816) 569-4046, or AllyssaK@americanroyal.com.
The American Royal Association is a not-for-pr
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10/21/14
NHS GOOD HANDS FINALS RELEASES COMPLETE PRIZE LIST
Over the past few weeks, the prize list for the NHS "Good Hands" Finals just keeps growing. Here's a breakdown of some the great prizes that the competitors will walk away with:
Each qualified rider has already received a Good Hands-themed bow from Arctic Horse, by Jodi Nelson, and the boys of the group received a Good Hands-themed tie. They have also received a beautiful lapel pin, donated by the Mid-America Horse Show Association. All of these Good Hands goodies were given out at the 2014 Kentucky State Fair, along win an informational packet and a formal invitation to compete in the Finals at Mid-America Mane Event on October 24-25.
Each rider competing in the Good Hands Fina
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10/21/14
KENTUCKY ASHA MEMBERS CAN SUPPORT ASHA YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS BY USING THEIR KROGER CARD
Kentucky American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) members may support ASHA Youth Scholarships by using their Kroger rewards card.
The ASHA has been added to the Kroger Community Rewards program with reward rebates from using Kroger cards to supporting ASHA Youth Scholarships. To enroll in the program simply register your Kroger card, then under Community Rewards select American Saddlebred Horse Association or use the NPO number 29850. Checks are issued quarterly, so if you sign up immediately, the ASHA will receive a reward check for this quarter which ends November 30. Register to support the ASHA Scholarship program today.
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10/21/14
ASHA JOINS UPHA CONVENTION IN SAVANNAH
The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) Board of Directors voted at its February 2014 meeting to suspend the ASHA Convention in 2015; instead, the ASHA will hold board and committee meetings, as well as the annual ASHA membership meeting, in conjunction with the United Professional Horsemen’s Association (UPHA) Convention in Savannah, GA, January 15-17, 2015.
To register for the 2015 UPHA convention, please visit the UPHA Annual Convention page at http://uphaonline.com/annualconvention.html. The Marriott Savannah Riverfront is the 2015 Host Hotel, and you may book your reservations through this
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10/21/14
BILL WHITLEY NAMED EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE AMERICAN SADDLEBRED HORSE ASSOCIATION
The Board of Directors of the American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) announced today that Bill Whitley has been named as the Executive Director of ASHA.
Bill is well known and highly regarded in the American Saddlebred industry. His early years were spent on horse farms, training American Saddlebreds and other breeds and their riders for the show ring. Bill had a 33-year career with the North Carolina State Treasurer’s Office, where he managed a team of 10 employees and a $68 billion portfolio of investments. After his retirement, he became more active with his first love – the equestrian industry. He has been selected as Horse World’s People’s Choice Ringmaster
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10/21/14
MANE EVENT TO FEATURE FREE, LIVE WEBCAST
When you can’t attend a show, a free live webcast is the closest thing to being there. Mid-America Mane Event Show will be webcast Thursday, October 23, through Sunday, October 26, from the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. Wall-to-wall coverage includes 124 classes for Saddlebreds, Hackneys and Roadsters as well as the prestigious NHS “Good Hands” Finals. National Horseman is official sponsor of the “Good Hands” Finals, which is part of the Triple Crown for Saddle Seat Equitation riders.
This year’s Mane Event webcast again is supported by the USEF Network. The webcast schedule is Thursday 1:00pm and 7:00pm; Friday 10:00am, 11:30am and 6:30pm; Saturday 11:30am and 6:30p
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10/21/14
2014 UPHA HORSE/PONY OF THE YEAR NOMINATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED
The 2014 UPHA Horse/Pony of The Year Nominations are now being accepted. Please visit the UPHA Awards nomination page to download the 2014 rules and nomination form. All nominations close November 1st. Current UPHA Active Members will be able to vote for the 2014 UPHA Horse/Pony the Year Divisional Awards online November 19-26, 2014.
The 2014 UPHA Horse/Pony of The Year Awards will be presented at the 2015 UPHA National Convention in Savannah, Georgia, on Friday January 16, 2015.
10/21/14
ASHA ANNOUNCES NEW MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) has restructured membership categories in an effort to make ASHA memberships more affordable to breed enthusiasts.
Owners and trainers of horses participating at USEF licensed competitions in all American Saddlebred sections must be current ASHA Competing members. Beginning with the 2015 membership year, ASHA will offer Senior Non-Competing memberships for $40.00 and Senior Competing memberships for $70.00. ASHA is also offering Charter Club Affiliate Non-Competing memberships for $30.00 and Charter Club Affiliate Competing memberships for $60.00. Competing membership is automatically included with Life, Contributing, Youth Club Affiliate, Junior, a
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10/10/14
MANE EVENT ADDS CLASSES, SUBTRACTS SUNSPOTS
Six classes have been added and arena sunspots have been removed for the Mid-America Mane Event Show, October 23-26 at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. The added classes are:
#1A Thursday Afternoon: Open Equitation Prospect – Each rider to bring a “pocket workout” (opportunity to practice in a Finals condition)
#17 Thursday Evening: Open Western Pleasure
#53A Friday Evening: Saddle Seat Equitation – Rider 13 Years & Under; any suitable horse
#64A Friday Evening: Open Pleasure Driving – any suitable horse or pony
#69 Saturday Afternoon: Show Pleasure Driving, Junior Exhibitor
#85A Saturday Evening: Open Ple
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10/08/14
SADDLEBRED WORLD LOSES FORMER ASHA EXECUTIVE SECRETARY PATRICIA NICHOLS
Patricia Nichols was 84 at the time of her death in Bloomington, Minnesota, on September 26, 2014. She took her position as the ASHA Executive Secretary in 1985, while the ASHA office was in Louisville, Kentucky. The office was moved to the Kentucky Horse Park a short time after Pat became the Executive Secretary. Pat made the move to the Lexington office along with Lynn Weatherman and Dede Gatlin. Mae Condon joined Pat’s team soon after the move to Lexington. Mae commented that, “We had a wonderful team and we all knew that Pat was the leader.” Current ASHA employees Lisa Duncan and Carrie Mortensen worked with Pat until she retired in 1996.
Pat was the widow of the late Hall of Fame trainer, Chat Nichols. Pat
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10/02/14
WELLS FARGO PLEDGES $2400 TO UPHA EXCEPTIONAL CHALLENGE CUP FINALS
Wells Fargo Advisors, a leading provider of investment services and financial solutions, as well as a philanthropic partner for countless programs and initiatives across the country, has once again shown itself to be a strong supporter of the UPHA and the national therapeutic riding community. Repeating its commitment from 2013, Wells Fargo Advisors, through George “Bud” Walton, Jr., pledged $2,400 in 2014, which will be divided among the Champion and Reserve Champion riders in the overall division, as well as in the physical disability and non-physical disability divisions, of the UPHA Exceptional Challenge Cup Finals at the UPHA/American Royal. The funds awarded will be presented to the therapeutic riding programs designate
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10/02/14
SOUTHERN SADDLEBRED FALL FINALE ADDS CLASSES
The Southern Saddlebred Fall Finale, scheduled for October 16-18 at the Tennessee Miller Coliseum in Murfreesboro, has added the following classes to the schedule:
31. $250 Added UPHA Fine Harness Classic
36. Open Pleasure Driving - any breed
42. $250 Added UPHA Five Gaited Classic
45b. Roadster Under Saddle
49b. Ladies Amateur Five Gaited
77b. &n
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10/02/14
ASHA & ASR ANNOUNCE LAUNCH OF NEW DATABASE
The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) and the American Saddlebred Registry (ASR) announced the launch of the new database on Wednesday, October 1.
The database is the result of a two-year project with the first part consisting of a conversion from an AS/400 system to new technologies built in .Net, and the second part is to upgrade the website that will be launched in early 2015.
The ASHA and ASR are grateful to the generous donors that have provided funds to make this project a reality.
Due to the tremendous data conversion, ASHA and ASR staff will dedicate several hours to validate the data that has been migrated, and that the information on the horses has been applied accur
The database is the result of a two-year project with the first part consisting of a conversion from an AS/400 system to new technologies built in .Net, and the second part is to upgrade the website that will be launched in early 2015.
The ASHA and ASR are grateful to the generous donors that have provided funds to make this project a reality.
Due to the tremendous data conversion, ASHA and ASR staff will dedicate several hours to validate the data that has been migrated, and that the information on the horses has been applied accur
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09/30/14
ELISABETH GOTH SIGNS ON AS GOLD LEVEL SPONSOR OF NHS “GOOD HANDS” FINAL
Elisabeth Goth, renowned rider and Saddle Seat supporter, is the “Gold Level Sponsor” of the prestigious NHS “Good Hands” Finals to be held at Mid-America Mane Event Horse Show, October 23-26, at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield, IL. In addition to the sponsorship, Elisabeth will be donating a $1,000 college scholarship to one of the Top Ten riders. This partnership allows for two entities from the Saddlebred community to come together to showcase and celebrate saddle seat equitation and its athletes. The announcement was made by the Good Hands Finals Committee and Mid-America Horse Show Association.
Elisabeth Goth, well known for her continuous support and par
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09/30/14
ENTRIES CLOSE OCTOBER 6 FOR THE 2014 UPHA CLASSICS JACKPOT SALE
The 2014 UPHA Jackpot Sale is for American Saddlebred Yearlings and Two-Year-Olds In Training and Hackney Pony Two-Year-Olds and Three-Year-Olds In Training. To be held at the UPHA/American Royal National Championship Horse Show on Thursday evening, November 13, in Hale Arena immediately following the UPHA Classics Grand Championship performance.
The UPHA Classics Jackpot Sale has paid out over $260,000 in prize money, with 10% of that being paid back to the original consignors. Make plans to consign your future show ring star
and be a part of this exciting evening. A limited number of consignments will be accepted, so don’t delay! No Entry Fee. Entry deadline is October 6th, 2014.
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09/24/14
2015 AMHA JUDGES SCHOOL ANNOUNCED
The locations for the three 2015 AMHA Judges School have been announced. The first school will take place at the AMHA Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota, February 27-28, and will be open to "R" judges and persons interested in auditing. It is not open to "r" judges.
The second school will take place at the Carousel Charity Horse Show in Scottsdale, Arizona, March 12-14. And the last school will take place at the Massachusetts Morgan Horse Show in West Springfield, Massachusetts, August 13-15.
Fees for the 2015 Judges Schools are as follows: applicants and carded judges: $200; applicant's second clinic: $150; auditors: $150. Judges schools are open to all, whether you
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09/24/14
“VIRTUAL” HORSE SHOW MAKES NEXT YEAR’S REAL SHOW POSSIBLE FOR RMHSA
Despite an outbreak of Equine Vesicular Stomatitis that has led to the cancellation of several horse shows this fall in Colorado, the Rocky Mountain Horse Show Association (RMHSA), based in Denver, turned an obstacle into an opportunity. On September 12, the inaugural Virtual Colorado Fall Charity Horse Show became a reality.
“Our horse show exhibitors here in Colorado were really disheartened when our horse shows had to be canceled,” said Virtual Show Manager Shari Ashley. “RMHSA decided that if we couldn’t have a real horse show, we can have a virtual one.”
Turnout was high for this single-performance Friday evening horse show and exhibitors’
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09/22/14
PSAT TESTING AVAILABLE AT MORGAN GRAND NATIONAL
The dates for high school students to take the PSATs in 2014 are Wednesday, October 15 and Saturday, October 18. As a courtesy to high school exhibitors, the Grand National & World Championship Morgan Horse Show has made PSAT testing available on test dates that occur during the show. For more information, contact Linda Marshall, Director of Student Development, Harding Charter Preparatory High School, at l.marshall@hardingcharterprep.org or (405) 528-0562.
09/22/14
ASHA TRAINERS' EQUITATION CUP TO BE HELD AT KENTUCKY FALL CLASSIC
The American Saddlebred Horse Association is pleased to announce the First Annual ASHA Trainers’ Equitation Cup at the Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show on Saturday, October 4, 2014 in Lexington, Kentucky, at the Kentucky Horse Park. The class will consist of rail work and a work out. The entries will be decided by nominations. The opening nomination bid for each trainer begins at $100. The workout for the class will be posted in the horse show office one hour prior to the start of the Saturday afternoon session. The ASHA Trainers’ Equitation Cup will be class 64 A.
The rules for the class are as follows:
Each exhibitor may provide their own horse, or ASHA may find a horse for yo
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09/22/14
NATIONAL ACADEMY CHAMPIONSHIPS TO HOLD MEET AND GREET WITH ELISABETH GOTH
The National Academy Championship Finals is pleased to announce “An Evening with Elisabeth Goth," Thursday evening, October 30, 2014, at 7 p.m. in the Tennessee Miller Coliseum.
Riders, instructors, parents, and grandparents will have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to meet this incredible lady of the Saddle Horse world. Elisabeth is one of the top amateur riders in the country, and has earned many World’s Championships, including the current Five-Gaited Reserve World’s Grand Champion title with Bravo Blue. A slide show presentation, showing many of her World’s Champions, will be presented. Afterwards, the exhibitors will have an opportunity to meet with her and socialize.
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09/22/14
UPHA TO HOST “OPEN GATE LEARNING CENTER" AT THE UPHA/AMERICAN ROYAL
The UPHA is launching an on-site study and learning center for young equestrians who are competing at the UPHA National Championship. It can be very challenging for junior exhibitors to keep up with academic studies while competing at horse shows during the school year.
The UPHA Open Gate Learning Center is designed to help students in grades 3-12 stay abreast of their academic requirements by providing a structured learning environment during the UPHA/American Royal National Championship.
The Center will be supervised by a professional teacher, who can provide academic support for students. In addition, the Center can work with teachers from the student's schools to help guide the studen
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09/22/14
MID-AMERICA MANE EVENT FEATURES NEW CLASSES AND EVENTS
Some things have been changed for the 12th annual Mid-America Mane Event Show, October 23-26, 2014, at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield.
New Schedule for “Good Hands” Finals:
There’s new exhibitor-friendly scheduling for competitors and coaches for the NHS “Good Hands” Finals, part of the saddle seat equitation triple crown, now in its sixth year at Mane Event. The Finals will be held over two days this year, instead of all on the same day as in the past, and the morning session will start two hours later. Preliminary rail and workout phases for all Finals riders will be 10 A.M. Friday morning, October 24, and the Championship phases for Top 10 riders, on the
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09/18/14
2015 UPHA NATIONAL CONVENTION HOTEL RESERVATIONS
UPHA 2015 CONVENTION
Savannah Marriott Riverfront
Last day to book by and get the Special Rate of $132.00 USD Per Night is:12/13/14
Direct Booking Link: Book your group rate: UPHA 2015 CONVENTION
More Convention Details will be available soon at the www.uphaonline.com
Savannah Marriott Riverfront
Last day to book by and get the Special Rate of $132.00 USD Per Night is:12/13/14
Direct Booking Link: Book your group rate: UPHA 2015 CONVENTION
More Convention Details will be available soon at the www.uphaonline.com
