Buffalo, New York – February 9, 2010 – SBS Farms of Buffalo, NY is pleased to announce that Jennifer Alfano has been officially selected to represent the hunter discipline in the Hunter Derby Demonstration during the World Equestrian Games in Lexington, KY September 25 – October 10, 2010. Filling one of only four coveted slots, Alfano said, “I am so honored to have been chosen for the demonstration. The hunter discipline is of such significance in the United States, and by participating in this demonstration, I will get to be part of an incredible experience that will let the world see what the hunters are truly about.”
Two World Championship Hunter Rider titles, numerous accolades, and outstanding horsemanship made Alfano an ideal candidate for demonstrating what it is that exemplifies a perfect hunter course. Recently named the Chronicle of the Horse’s Show Hunter Horsewoman of the Year, Alfano is undoubtedly one of the best hunter riders of this era. After finishing an incredible year, Alfano graciously accepted the award and said, “This year was a good year for me, and we couldn’t have been happier with how the horses went. They came out at every horse show wanting to win and they did. Winning this award means so much, and I’d just like to thank everyone who has supported me along the way to make my professional career what it is today.”
Riding and training out of SBS Farms of Buffalo, NY, Alfano works with SBS Farms Director, Susie Schoellkopf, and together they have continuously produced phenomenally successful hunters, including 2009 Second Year Green Hunter of the Year, Jersey Boy. Alfano is no stranger to hunter derbies, in fact, they seem to be her knack as 2009 marked numerous victories in hunter derbies around the country, including the $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby in Wellington, FL and the $10,000 HITS Ocala Hunter Derby, as well as an impressive second place finish in the $100,000 ASG Software Solutions/USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals to finish off the year. Read more> http://www.horsesinthesouth.com/article/article_detail.aspx?id=10183
The Women’s Horse Industry Association, the largest business group in the world for women working in the horse industry has formed a partnership with the “Speaking of Horses” TV show.
Speaking of Horses TV is produced by well known equestrian announcer Wayne Williams and can be seen on channel 9411 (University TV) Saturday and Sunday Mornings at 10am EST and again twice on Wednesdays on the DISH network.
The WHIA will provide regular content for the programs including member spotlights, new product offerings, news from the members and the dates and times of all WHIA events. “We are very happy to have been able to partner with this show and feel that it will benefit both the show and our members from around the world. There are a lot of great women working in the horse industry with wonderful stories and products and this will give them a chance for some tremendous exposure,” states WHIA Executive Director, Catherine Masters. “Speaking of Horses TV is very pleased to join forces with WHIA in support of the horse industry through out the World,” states Williams.
Members who would like to provide content should send an email to Catherine Masters for consideration.
Pamela Dickinson and Nitro Dunit won the Equilite Grooming & Conditioning Award during a Florida Reining Horse Association show held at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. (Photo courtesy of Laser Action Plus)
Jacksonville, FL (February 9, 2010) – Florida Reining Horse Association (FRHA) member Pamela Dickinson, and her horse Nitro Dunit, rode away the winners of the Equilite Grooming & Conditioning Award during the FHRA Snowbird Slide show held at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Equilite, makers of award-winning herbal animal health products and supplement blends including Sore No More, awarded Dickinson and the well-groomed and conditioned Nitro Dunit with a giant recyclable tote filled with Equilite products.
Dickinson has been a prominent member of the FRHA for many years and is known for being a consistent performer and a threat in the show pen. In addition, Dickinson is consistently one of the best turned-out competitors in the show pen.
“A big congratulations to Pamela and Nitro Dunit for their success at the FRHA Snowbird Slide. They looked absolutely great at the show and it is always wonderful to watch consistent competitors,” said Stacey Small, CEO of Equilite. “We have provided Pamela with a variety of Equilite products, everything from our award-winning Sore No More liniment to Sore No More Massage Shampoo, which helps prevent itchy tails and leaves horses with silky and shiny coats.” Read more> http://www.horsesinthesouth.com/article/article_detail.aspx?id=10176
FEI Round Table Conference Participants on Rollkur/Hyperflexion - 9Feb2010 (click for larger image)
Lausanne (SUI), 9 February 2010 – Following constructive debate at the FEI round-table conference at the IOC Headquarters in Lausanne today (9 February), the consensus of the group was that any head and neck position achieved through aggressive force is not acceptable. The group redefined hyperflexion/Rollkur as flexion of the horse’s neck achieved through aggressive force, which is therefore unacceptable. The technique known as Low, Deep and Round (LDR), which achieves flexion without undue force, is acceptable.
The group unanimously agreed that any form of aggressive riding must be sanctioned. The FEI will establish a working group, headed by Dressage Committee Chair Frank Kemperman, to expand the current guidelines for stewards to facilitate the implementation of this policy. The group agreed that no changes are required to the current FEI Rules.
The FEI Management is currently studying a range of additional measures, including the use of closed circuit television for warm-up arenas at selected shows.
The group also emphasised that the main responsibility for the welfare of the horse rests with the rider.
The FEI President HRH Princess Haya accepted a petition of 41,000 signatories against Rollkur presented by Dr Gerd Heuschman.
The participants in the FEI round-table conference were:
HRH Princess Haya, FEI President
Alex McLin, FEI Secretary General
Margit Otto-Crépin, International Dressage Riders Club Representative
Linda Keenan, International Dressage Trainers Club Representative
Sjef Janssen, Dressage Representative
Frank Kemperman, Chairman, FEI Dressage Committee (by conference call)
François Mathy, International Jumping Riders Club Representative
David Broome, Jumping Representative
Jonathan Chapman, Eventing Representative
Roly Owers, World Horse Welfare Representative
Tony Tyler, World Horse Welfare Representative
Ulf Helgstrand, President, Danish Equestrian Federation
John McEwen, Chairman, FEI Veterinary Committee
Dr Sue Dyson, Veterinary Representative Dr Gerd Heuschman, Veterinary Representative
Prof. René van Weeren, Veterinary Representative
Jacques van Daele, FEI Honorary Steward General Dressage
Graeme Cooke, FEI Veterinary Director
Trond Asmyr, FEI Director Dressage and Para-Equestrian Dressage
John Roche, FEI Director Jumping and Stewarding
Catrin Norinder, FEI Director Eventing
Carsten Couchouron, FEI Executive Director Commercial
Richard Johnson, FEI Communications Director
The Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI), founded in 1921, is the international body governing equestrian sport recognised by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and includes 133 National Federations. Equestrian sport has been on the Olympic programme since 1912 with three disciplines – Jumping, Dressage and Eventing. It is one of the very few sports in which men and women compete on equal terms. It is also the only sport which involves two athletes – horse and rider. The FEI has relentlessly concerned itself with the welfare of the horse, which is paramount and must never be subordinated to competitive or commercial influences.
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