• Participation in and eligibility for the Markel/USEF National Young Horse Dressage Championships for Four-, Five- and Six-Year-Old Horses must be in accordance with published Selection Procedures.
• Applications of Intent must have been filed with the USEF Dressage Department no later than August 1, 2007.  Scores must have been submitted no later than August 20, 2007.
• Entries will be by invitation only.  All horses must pre-qualify according to methods outlined in published Selection Procedures.
• All horses will be examined for soundness.
• The number of entries for each age groupaccepted for the Championships competition will be limited to twenty (20) per age division.
• For more information, including Selection Procedures and forms, please visit the Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Program page of the Federation website, www.usef.org, or contact Jennifer Keeler, USEF National Director of Dressage, (859) 225-2024 or jkeeler@usef.org.

CHAMPIONSHIP COMPETITION FORMAT –

Four-Year-Old Division:

1.       DAY 1 – “WARM-UP CLASS”:  Entries in the 4-Year-Old Division will have the option of competing in an open “warm-up” class.  The USEF Dressage Test for 4-Year-Old Horses will be used.  This class will be OPTIONAL and will NOT count towards the overall Championship results.  Starting order will be determined by open draw.  This test will be judged by one (1) or two (2) FEI officials who may or may not offer commentary.  Whips are allowed for this class.

2.       DAY 2 – CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS:  All entries in the 4-Year-Old Division will compete in the Championship Class.  The USEF Dressage Test for 4-Year-Old Horses will be used.  Starting order will be determined by open draw.  This test will be judged by two (2) or three (3) FEI officials (at least two (2) of which must differ from those judging the “Warm-Up Class”).  Complete placings, including National Champion and Reserve Champion for the 4-Year-Old Division, will be determined based upon score received in this Championship Class only.

Five- & Six-Year-Old Divisions:

1.       DAY 1 – QUALIFYING COMPETITION:  All entries in the 5- and 6-Year-Old Divisions will compete in their respective Preliminary Test.  This test will count towards 40% of overall average.  Starting order will be determined by open draw.  This test will be judged by two (2) FEI officials.

The top twelve (12) placing horses will directly qualify for the Final Competition (Day 3).  The remaining horses will be eligible for the Consolation Final (Day 2 – below).   

2.       DAY 2 – CONSOLATION FINAL:  Excluding the top twelve (12) placed horses from the Qualifying Competition, the remaining eight (8) horses in each age division (5 & 6) will compete in this Consolation Final.  The respective Finale Test will be used for each age division (5 & 6).  This test will count towards 60% of overall average.  Starting order will be determined by open draw.  This test will be judged by two (2) FEI officials (differing from those judging the Qualifying Competition).  Horses will be placed first through eighth based upon overall average (Preliminary Test 40%, Final Test 60%).   

The top two (2) placed horses in each age division (5 & 6) from the Consolation Final (based upon overall average of Preliminary and Final Tests) will be eligible to compete in the Final Competition (Day 3).

  3.       DAY 3 – FINAL COMPETITION:  The top twelve (12) placed horses from the Qualifying Competition (Day 1) in addition to the top two (2) placed horses in each age division (5 & 6) with the highest overall average exiting from the Consolation Final (Day 2) will compete in this Final Competition.  The respective Final Test will be used for each age division (5 & 6).  This test will count towards 60% of the overall average.  Starting order will be determined by draw in two (2) groups of seven (7) horses, based upon Qualifying Competition (Preliminary Test) scores; the higher-placing group will draw for the second set of class ride times.  Horses advancing from the Consolation Final (Day 2) will be placed within the lower-placing draw group.  This test will be judged by three (3) FEI officials (one from Day 1, two from Day 2).  Placings, including National Champion and Reserve Champion for each age division (5 & 6), will be determined based upon overall average: Preliminary Test – 40%, Final Test (Final Competition only) – 60%.

In the case of a tie for National Champion or Reserve Champion, the United States bred horse shall prevail. ( U.S. bred is defined as a horse that is foaled in the U.S. )  If both horses are non-U.S. bred or both horses are U.S. bred ( U.S. bred is defined as a horse that is foaled in the U.S. ), the Ground Jury will be asked to break the tie.

Tests must be ridden from memory and WHIPS ARE FORBIDDEN in all classes except optional 4-year-old “warm-up” class.   

Inspired by a popular German championship for this age division, the USEF National Developing Horse Dressage Championship continues USEF’s initiative to recognize up-and-coming dressage talent – not only for riders, but also for horses. Designed as the next step in encouraging the development of future U.S. Team horses, this Championship bridges the gap between the Young Horse ranks and High Performance at the Prix St. Georges/Intermediaire I level.

• Participation in and eligibility for the USEF National Developing Horse Dressage Championship must be in accordance with published Selection Procedures.

• Applications of Intent must have been filed with the USEF Dressage Department no later than August 1, 2007.  Scores must have been submitted no later than August 20, 2007.
• Entries will be by invitation only.  All horses must pre-qualify according to methods outlined in published Selection Procedures.
• All horses will be examined for soundness.
• The number of entries for each age groupaccepted for the Championships competition will be limited to twenty (20) horse/rider combinations.
• For more information, including Selection Procedures and forms, please visit the Federation website, www.usef.org, or contact Jennifer Keeler, USEF National Director of Dressage, (859) 225-2024 or jkeeler@usef.org.

DEVELOPING HORSE CHAMPIONSHIP FORMAT:

DAY 1 – QUALIFYING CLASS:  All entries in the Championship will compete in Day 1’s Qualifying Class.  The USEF Developing Horse Test (2007 edition) will be used.  This test will count towards 40% of overall average.  Starting order will be determined by open draw.  This test will be judged by two (2) or three (3) FEI officials.

DAY 2 – CHAMPIONSHIP CLASS:  All entries will compete in Day 2’s Championship Class.  The FEI Prix St. Georges Test (2000 edition) will be used.  This test will count towards 60% of overall average.  Starting order will be determined by open draw.  This test will be judged by two (2) or three (3) FEI officials (at least one (1) of which must differ from those judging the “Qualifying Class”).  Placings, including National Champion and Reserve Champion, will be determined based upon overall average: Qualifying Class – 40%, Championship Class – 60%.

In the case of a tie for National Champion or Reserve Champion, the United States bred horse shall prevail. ( U.S. bred is defined as a horse that is foaled in the U.S. )  If both horses are non-U.S. bred or both horses are U.S. bred ( U.S. bred is defined as a horse that is foaled in the U.S. ), the Ground Jury will be asked to break the tie.

Tests must be ridden from memory and WHIPS ARE FORBIDDEN in all classes.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE   

Thursday, September 13^th:

  2:00pm: Four-Year-Old Jog

  2:45pm: Five-Year-Old Jog

  3:30pm: Six-Year-Old Jog

  4:15pm: Developing Horse Jog

  6:00pm: Welcome Reception!

To be held at the USEF Headquarters at the Kentucky Horse Park .  Hors d’oevres and drinks will be served, and draws for first day’s order of go will be held.  Competitors, owners, & grooms are welcome!

Friday, September 14^th:

  Qualifying Competition Day (Young Horse)

Four-Year-Old Warm-Up Class (optional)

8:00am – noon          Claiborne Arena

  Five-Year-Old Preliminary Test

8:00am – noon          Stonelea Arena

  Six-Year-Old Preliminary Test

1:00pm – 4:30pm     Stonelea Arena

  Mounted awards ceremonies will follow each class.

     Saturday, September 15^th:   

Championship Day (4-year-olds)

Consolation Finals Day (5- & 6-year-olds)

Qualifying Day (Developing Horse)

Five-Year-Old Consolation Class (Final Test)

8:00am – 9:30am     Stonelea Arena

  Six-Year-Old Consolation Class (Final Test)

10:00am – 11:30amStonelea Arena

  Four-Year-Old Championship Class

1:00pm – 5:00pm     Stonelea Arena

  USEF Developing Horse Test

1:00pm – 5:00pm     Claiborne Arena

  Mounted awards ceremonies will follow each class.

  Sunday, September 16^th:

Championship Finals Day (5- & 6-year-olds & Developing Horse)

Five-Year-Old Championship Class (Final Test)

8:30am – noon          Stonelea Arena

  Six-Year-Old Championship Class (Final Test)

1:00pm – 4:00pm     Stonelea Arena

  Developing Horse Championship Class (PSG Test)

10:00am – noon &    Claiborne Arena

1:00pm – 3:00pm

  Mounted awards ceremonies will follow each class.   

OFFICIAL VETERINARY INSPECTION & JOG FOR SOUNDNESS

The official JOG for Young Horses and Developing Horses competing in the Championships will be held Thursday, September 13^th, next to the Stonelea ring.  This jog for soundness is MANDATORY for all Young Horse competitors.  Failure to participate will result in immediate elimination from the National Championships.

ATTENTION YOUNG HORSE COMPETITORS:  Bring your horse’s breed registration papers to the competition.  For verification purposes, the horse’s owner or agent must turn in these papers at check-in with the show office.  These papers will be retained by the show office, and will be presented to the Ground Jury for the jog inspection.  All papers will be available for pick-up at the show office after the jog.  Failure to submit breed registry papers to the show office prior to the jog will result in elimination from the National Championships.

Presentation of breed registration papers is not required for Developing Horse competitors.

ENTRY INFORMATION

Class Fee:                                                                $150

Please note: this is a “package deal” that includes all National Championships classes for each division.

Only ONE fee of $150 is paid per horse.

Non-Competing Horse (must have stall):                      $30

Office Fee (mandatory for all entries):                          $20

USEF D&M Fee (D&M $7 USEF $5 – mandatory):      $12

USEF Discipline Fee (if applicable – JR’s exempt):      $5

USEF Non-Member Fee (if applicable):                      $20

VISA/Mastercard Processing Fee:                             $10

Additional Breakfast/Lunch Arm Bands:                       $25 (2 free with each bridle number)

Returned Check Fee:                                               $50

No late or post entries will be accepted.

Refunds:  Entry fee less Office Fee before closing date.  NO refunds after closing date for any reason.

MAIL ENTRIES TO (CHECKS PAYABLE TO MSEDA):

            Susan Peacock

            837 Glenlake Drive

            Edmond, OK  73013

            (405) 749-9777

            FAX (775) 201-3352

            susan@showsecretary.com

STABLING INFORMATION

Stabling (per horse):                     $150

Tack Stall                                      $150

   All horses must have a stall.

• Stalls are available from noon on Tuesday, September 11^th – Monday morning, September 17^th.  If arriving earlier than Tuesday, please contact Leslee Moore for availability.  Additional fees may apply ($40 per day).
• Tack stalls – same as above.
• Stalls are permanent 10’x10’ with full doors.
• Please note on entry if horse is a stallion or other requests.
• Bedding may be purchased on the grounds.  Contact Mr. Dever (859) 233-9702, 8am – 9pm daily.
• If arriving after 9pm, bring your own initial bedding.
• No smoking in barn areas.

For anyone shipping horses by air,we have informationavailable for transportationfrom the Bluegrass Airport in Lexington to the Kentucky Horse Park .  We will alsohave layover farms availableafter the show while waitingfor your return flight.  Pleasecontact Leslee Moore atlmoore@qx.net for more info.

OTHER SHOW INFORMATION

·        All horses must have valid documentation of current Coggins test and health papers.  These will be checked upon arrival.

  ·        Ride Times: By draw as outlined above.  Times will be posted at the show office.

  ·        Weather Policy:  USEF and management reserve the right to cancel or reschedule any classes due to hazardous weather and/or acts of God.  No refunds for cancellations.

  ·        Bridle Numbers:  Must be worn AT ALL TIMES when horse is out of stall.  This includes non-competing horses.

  ·        Food: Food vendors on grounds.  Breakfasts and lunches will be available for Championships competitors in pavilions on show days. Each Young Horse and Developing Horse exhibitor will receive 2 arm bands for breakfast and lunches. Addition arm bands can be purchased for $25 per arm band. Please add this to your entry.   Fast food nearby.