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#EventerProblems Vol. 218, Presented by Haygain: When It Rains, It Pours

By on Mar 15, 2020 11:00 am -

We’re not talking a little drizzle here — #EventerProblems typically come like a monsoon. Keep sending us yours with the tag #EventerProblems.

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Happy leap day to me 🐾….what did I get to do today on my extra day of the year?? Well I got to drain my lovely (lemon of a) horse's seroma/hematoma that she got from a penicillin injection that she needed for her mastitis 😭😭 . Seriously, she's a lemon 🍋. I love her, but come on! . I really need a social life that doesn't involve poking animals with needles in my time off đŸ’‰đŸ‘©â€âš•ïž – maybe I need to get on top of the leap year tradition that allows women to propose to men on leap day and they can't be refused đŸ€” (Though I did read they can refuse, they just owe you 12 pairs of gloves 😂 and I'm all for free clothes too) . . #thoroughbreds #thoroughbredsofinstagram #ottb #horse #vettechlife #vettech #veterinarymedicine #eventerproblems #eventersofinstagram #leapday #putaringonit

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Who Jumped It Best? Pine Top Preliminary Edition

By on Mar 15, 2020 9:00 am -

There’s no place happier than a sunny cross country day at Pine Top Farm, and that’s the next stop on EN’s worldwide “Who Jumped It Best? Tour.” You be the judge now and help us decide which of the pairs below deserves distinction.

Cast your vote in the poll at the bottom of this post for the combination who you think presents the best overall picture. Click here for our coverage from Friday.

Pine Top Spring H.T.: Website, Ride Times, Live Scores

Lindsay Majon and That Wascalie Wabbit. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Sierra Shurtz and Zach Eyed Pea. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Payne Murray and Baron. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Phillip Dutton and California d’Horset. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Doug Payne and Camarillo. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Ashley Adams and Charly. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Ryan Wood and Ruby. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Alison Chubb and Wakeup. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Sunday Links from One K Helmets

By on Mar 15, 2020 12:01 am -

Frank on jump judge duty at Pine Top Farm. Photo by Shelby Allen.

My dog Frank and I had a brilliant time jump judging at Pine Top Farm on Friday. You couldn’t have asked for nicer weather or nicer riding at my fences. As an equestrian journalist, my time spent at events is often on staff, so it’s been a while since I’ve had the opportunity to give back. Thank you to Volunteer Coordinator Melissa Rundt and Glenn and Janet Wilson for welcoming me into the fold. Can’t wait to be back at my favorite event.

National Holiday: National Everything You Think Is Wrong Day (Yes, this freaks us out too)

U.S. Weekend Action:

Ocala Winter II H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Pine Top Spring H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

MeadowCreek Park H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Sunday Links: 

EN is putting our best effort forward to collect all updates regarding cancellations or modifications of equestrian competitions in light of the coronavirus pandemic. You can find our list here. If you know of any additions or updates, please email [email protected].

ICYMI: USEA to Suspend Recognizing Events for Two Weeks 

Coronavirus pandemic: international bodies call for equestrian sport to halt

Coronavirus: Evidence suggests common companion animals will be just fine

British Eventing admits problems with new online entries system

McCarthy Lands CCI4*-L Victory with Leonidas II 

Coronavirus: Kentucky Derby 2020 ‘update’ within a week

Sunday Video: Congratulations to Will Coleman for winning the Ocala Horse Properties Eventing Prix earlier this month.

In light of the current stress in our world, this highlight reel from the Ocala Horse Properties Eventing Prix may…

Posted by Ocala Horse Properties Eventing Prix on Thursday, March 12, 2020

COVID-19: Chattahoochee Hills, Stable View Confirm Upcoming Competitions Will Run

By on Mar 14, 2020 3:10 pm -

Chattahoochee Hills has announced its intention to run their April 3-5 event. Photo by 4 Props Aerial.

In light of recent USEA, USEF and FEI statements regarding the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, Chattahoochee Hills, Fairburn, GA, and Stable View, Aiken, SC, announced today their intention to hold upcoming events.

Chattahoochee Hills, planned for April 3-5, is still accepting national and international entries. At time of publication, the event falls outside the window of USEA suspension, so results at Beginner Novice, Novice and Training levels will count toward year-end points and championship qualifications. International results will continue to be recognized by the FEI. USEF results — at Modified, Preliminary, Intermediate, and Advanced levels — will not be recognized by USEF.

Stable View, March 27-28, is accepting CCI1*-S, CCI2*-S, CCI3*-S, and CCI4*-S entries. Official statements from both organizations are included below.

Chattahoochee Hills H.T.

Chattahoochee Hills General Manager Hugh Lochore released the following statement to EN:

“In light of recent announcements made by FEI, USEF and USEA, Chatt Hills would like to make the following statement.

“Chatt Hills is open for business. Our CCI event – April 3-5 – will run as planned. We believe that at Chatt we run a slightly different model to other larger FEI events in that we don’t have sponsors, corporate, or public through the gate – we don’t operate as a ‘gathering location’ and will be urging competitors planning to come to our event to use vigilance, distancing and recommended hygiene steps to mitigate any chances of COVID-19 circulating our facility.

“EventEntries are taking entries for all classes and will not be running any payments until competitors arrive on site.”

Designer Builders Stable View Spring CCI-S

“Further to Stable View’s Announcement on Friday evening, we are intending to run the Designer Builders 1*,2*,3* and 4* on March 27-28.

“Social Distancing will be encouraged. There will not be a Competitor Party and Vendor Alley has been cancelled. Spectators will be discouraged. A significant number of additional hand sanitizers/wash stations have been ordered.
This event serves as an FEI qualifier but is NOT a USEF qualifier.

“As Riders are aware, due to its two day format, the Designer Builders 1*,2*,3* and 4* is limited to 155 entries. We are however working with USEF (via the provision of an additional Ground Jury) to see if it’s possible to accommodate additional entries.

“All riders requesting a refund by Monday March 17 at noon will receive a full refund. Riders are being individually emailed to this effect.

“Prize money will still be offered as listed in the Omnibus. Any riders wishing to compete, but to cancel their stabling will receive a full stabling refund. At this time our entries are full but we have started a wait list and will pull riders from that wait list as scratches come in from those requesting refunds.”

The USEA has suspended all recognized events from March 16-30. Additionally, the FEI and USEF have issued a recommendation that all competitions be suspended for the next 30 days (through mid-April). As of this time, the following USEA recognized events have officially been canceled, postponed or modified:

Click here for a rolling list of equestrian events that have been canceled or postponed.

Tryon Resort Cancels The Fork at TIEC

By on Mar 14, 2020 1:12 pm -

We are sad to report that The Fork at TIEC in Mill Spring, N.C., has been canceled. The event was scheduled for April 2-6.

“In a continued effort to keep a safe and healthy place for our guests and team, we are making additional adjustments to our 2020 schedule. In alignment with the USEF 30-day guidelines, we are canceling equestrian competitions beginning March 14, 2020 to include the TIEC Welcome Series.

 “The Tryon Resort restaurants and lodging operations will remain open to the public with the ongoing addition of proactive and extra-rigorous sanitation practices. 

 “Additional changes to the equestrian competition schedule within the 30-day window include cancellation of: The Fork at TIEC Eventing competition on April 2-6; The Tryon Block House Races Pre-Race Party on April 10 and Steeplechase on April 11; and The Carolina Classic at TIEC Reining competition on May 6-10, scheduled for the indoor arena, is also being cancelled as an extra precaution.”

The USEA has suspended all recognized events from March 16-30. Additionally, the FEI and USEF have issued a recommendation that all competitions be suspended for the next 30 days (through mid-April). As of this time, the following USEA recognized events have officially been canceled, postponed or modified:

Click here for a rolling list of equestrian events that have been canceled or postponed.

USEA Suspends All Recognized Events for Two Weeks

By on Mar 14, 2020 10:32 am -

Photo courtesy of the USEA.

The U.S. Eventing Association announced this morning that all USEA recognized events will be canceled for the next fourteen days beginning Monday, March 16.

“The United States Eventing Association (USEA) Board of Governors held an emergency meeting on Friday, March 13 to discuss the impact of the coronavirus (COVID-19) on the U.S. eventing community. ‘While some parts of the U.S. are not yet seeing cases of the coronavirus, we are making these decisions with the entire country and membership in mind,’ said USEA President Max Corcoran. ‘We need to reel in this virus as humans and help make an impact. The USEA is committed to the welfare and safety of our competitors, volunteers, officials, spectators, and fans.’

“The USEA Board of Governors voted to suspend recognizing any competitions under its direct jurisdiction held in the U.S. at the Beginner Novice, Novice, and Training levels for a period of at least two weeks (14 days) starting on Monday, March 16. The suspension extends also to USEA recognized educational activities, Young Event Horse, Future Event Horse, and New Event Horse competitions.

“Competitions held at the Modified level and above continue to fall under the jurisdiction of the US Equestrian Federation (USEF) and FĂ©dĂ©ration Équestre Internationale (FEI).”

Read the full USEA statement here.

Competitions run at the Modified level or above remain under USEF and FEI governance. Yesterday both organizations urged all competitions within the next 30 days to cancel. You can read that announcement here.

Any competitions that choose to run during the March 16-30 period will not be recognized by the USEA. Any finishing result will not county toward year-end leaderboards or toward USEA Classic Series or USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) qualifications.

The USEA has pledged their commitment to supporting date changes for those competitions affected. Organizers should reach out to their Area chair to begin the calendaring process. The USEF has agreed to waive any fees associated with date changes.

All fees collected will be refunded to events. This includes USEA starter fees, which will be refunded to competitors by the competitions themselves.

[USEA to Suspend Recognizing Events for Two Weeks]

 

Pine Top Spring H.T. Intermediate & Preliminary Report

By on Mar 14, 2020 9:00 am -

While news of cancellations were swirling, competitors at the Pine Top Spring H.T. were busy enjoying a picture perfect day of going. All Intermediate and Preliminary divisions ran Friday in a one-day format. We round up the results.

Boyd Martin and On Cue. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Boyd Martin won the Open Intermediate A division with On Cue, a 14-year-old Anglo European mare (Cabri d’Elle x On High) owned by Boyd, Christine Turner, Thomas Turner, and Tommie Turner. Earning a 29 on the flat, their only faults were 6.4 time penalties on cross country for a final score of 35.4.

Ryan Wood was second with his own Rembrandt, a 12-year-old Thoroughbred (Galouet x Last Rose of Summer), adding only 3.2 cross country time penalties for a final score of 35.7.

Fernhill Pick Pocket. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Phillip Dutton was third on a score of 38 with Fernhill Pick Pocket.

Daniel Clasing and Greek Empire. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Open Intermediate B was topped by Daniel Clasing and Greek Empire. Produced through the three-star level by Katie Ruppel, the 10-year-old Thoroughbred (Dr. Caton x Pretty Gal) finished two seconds over the six-minute optimum time for a winning score of 32.2.

Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Boyd Martin took second and third in this group with Long Island T and Tsetserleg, respectively. The Long Island T Syndicate’s 14-year-old Oldenburg/Thoroughbred (Ludwig von Bayern x Haupsbuch Highlight) finished on a score of 36.7, and Christine Turner’s Tsetserleg had a score of 38.

Nicole Parkin and Lander. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Canadian eventer Nicole Parkin claimed the Open Intermediate C division with her own Lander. She and the 9-year-old Belgian Sport Horse (Esprilio x Davina) rocked around Jeff Kibbie’s cross country track inside the time for a final score of 38.3. They was one of only two Intermediate pairs to achieve this feat. Elizabeth Bortuzzo and Belongs To Teufer, who were fifth in the A division, were also fast enough for this distinction.

Alice Roosevelt and Fernhill Zoro. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Alice Roosevelt and Fernhill Zoro, a 12-year-old Anglo European gelding (Verdi x Oronia 2, owned by Alice and Simon Roosevelt, finished second on a score of 40.3. Isabelle Bosley and Night Quality were third after adding 10.4 time penalties for a result of 43.5.

Ashley Adams and Charly. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Ashley Adams and Charly, Ashley and Roderick E. Stuart’s 7-year-old Westphalian (C-Trenton Z x Cora Lou), were the winners of Open Preliminary A, finishing on their dressage score of 27.8.

Elizabeth Bortuzzo won the Open Preliminary B class on her dressage score of 26.1, the lowest finishing score of the day, aboard Royal Archie, John Witte’s 7-year-old Thoroughbred (Archarcharch x Royal Trips). This is the pair’s second Preliminary win of the season at Pine Top.

Meaghan Marinovich Burdick and London ROF. Photo by Shelby Allen.

Meaghan Marinovich Burdick won the Preliminary Rider B division with London ROF, an 8-year-old Dutch Warmblood (Lexington x Natasha) owned by Stephanie S. Caston, after adding 11.2 time penalties for a finishing result of 40.1.

Laura Douglas and her own Sophia Fab took the Preliminary Rider A division. Bred by Laurie Cameron, the 13-year-old Hanoverian (San Brazil x S. Alcatrina), collected 1.6 cross country time penalties to finish on 34.6.

Many thanks to Glenn and Janet Wilson and their team for putting on a beautiful event. Good luck to all competitors riding over the next two days.

Pine Top Spring H.T.: Website, Ride Times, Live Scores

Stable View Spring CCI-S Cancels National Divisions; FEI Divisions Still Open for Entries

By on Mar 14, 2020 6:10 am -

We are sorry to report that Stable View in Aiken, SC, has canceled the national divisions of its March 27-28 event; the fate of the FEI divisions are still up in the air but currently accepting entries.

Designer Builders Stable View Spring CCI-S

“OFFICIAL STATEMENT REGARDING COVID-19: Stable View has always made horse and human welfare its number one priority, and we have kept a constant watch on developments related to the Coronavirus (COVID-19). As previously stated, we had the full intention of running all events unless otherwise advised by governing organizations. Unfortunately, through statements made today by USEF and the FEI, as well as growing pressure from state and federal agencies, we now feel compelled to cancel all National Divisions for the next month. Full repayment will be made to all riders for all fees associated with these entries. This weekend’s Southern Comfort Dressage show remains unaffected.

“For the FEI event scheduled to run March 27-28, we are continuing to take advice. We have been told that upper level riders need to be able to run their horses, in case the Olympics still occur, and that we would be providing a needed service to these riders if the event proceeds. Having taken further advice, we have been told that the event would still count as an FEI qualifier, but not a USEF qualifier, and that we are still allowed to give prize money.

“If we do proceed, we would take as many precautions as possible, including canceling our vendor row and competitors party, and ordering extra hand sanitizing stations. Another option is to run a schooling event on the same course at a reduced entry price. Regardless of which direction we go, we would offer a full refund to riders who would prefer not to come. We are seeking further clarification and will make a further announcement ASAP. At present, our FEI event remains open for entries.”

As of this time, the following USEA recognized events have officially been canceled, postponed or modified.

Click here for a rolling list of equestrian events that have been canceled or postponed.

Southern Arizona March H.T. & CDCTA Spring H.T. Canceled

By on Mar 14, 2020 5:54 am -

We are very sorry to share the latest event cancellations due to coronavirus.

Southern Arizona March H.T. 

“Regretfully, SAzEA March Horse Trials (March 20-22, 2020) is canceled pursuant to directives from the USEF issued today regarding the COVID-19. We are working on as generous a refund policy as possible. We hope to have those details ready within the next few days and appreciate your patience during the process.

“In the meantime, the SAzEA Cross-Country course stands ready for use. We are offering cross-country schooling for the next two weekends – March 14-15 and 21-22. The membership requirement is waived for these special schooling weekends although all the rest of our schooling policies will apply. If you would like to school or need stabling PLEASE REGISTER ONLINE in the SHOP at southernarizonaeventing.org

“We are very sorry to have to make this decision, but the health of our riders and community are our primary concern. We look forward to seeing you in SAzEA Horse Trials on November 20-22, 2020 at the Area X Championship.”

CDCTA Spring Horse Trials

“Due to the recommendations of the United States Equestrian Federation, CDCTA has decided to cancel the CDCTA Spring Horse Trials scheduled for Sunday, April 5, 2020 in Berryville, Virginia. With the extraordinary effects of the coronavirus throughout the country, we feel this is the best decision for all our competitors, officials, and volunteers.

“We will be refunding ALL entry fees and office fees for received entries. Please allow us 2-3 weeks to get all these checks mailed out. Please feel free to contact the secretary, Lisa Mendell, at [email protected] with any questions.

“We look forward to seeing all of you for our Fall Horse Trials scheduled for Sunday, September 13, 2020. In the meantime, please enjoy your horses and stay safe and healthy.”

In accordance with the FEI, the USEF has issued a recommendation that all competitions be suspended for the next 30 days (through mid-April).

As of this time, the following USEA recognized events have officially been canceled, postponed or modified.

Click here for a rolling list of equestrian events that have been canceled or postponed.

Saturday Links from Nupafeed USA

By on Mar 14, 2020 12:01 am -

Photo via MM Events, LLC on Facebook.

Pine Top knows what prize the people really want! Seriously, I can understand why hand sanitizer is such a hot commodity right not, but I truly do not understand the stockpiling of toilet paper. I think anyone who has ever peed in a stall will tell you, going without isn’t going to kill you. I’m not saying it’s great, but it just seems like there are more important things to worry about.

National Holiday: Pi Day

U.S. Weekend Action:

Ocala Winter II H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Pine Top Spring H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

MeadowCreek Park H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Saturday Links:

Rolling Updates: Equestrian Events Canceled/Modified Due to COVID-19

A Letter from the USEF President and CEO Regarding USEF Licensed Competitions – Updated with Clarification for Eventers

The Horse World Should Do Its Part To Help Slow The Spread Of Coronavirus

Safety Concepts for Every Ride: Simulations for Reducing Cross-Country Rotational Falls

British Eventing admits problems with new online entries system

Flags, Falls And Frangible Pins: Thoughts From The FEI Eventing Risk Management Seminar

Saturday Video: