Donna Ponessa Triumphs at Houston Dressage Society

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United States Para-Equestrian Association
For Immediate Release:
Written by: Lindsay McCall
Photos by: Lindsay McCall
Media Contact: Hope Hand
3940 Verde Vista Drive
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
E-mail: [email protected]
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Donna Ponessa Triumphs at Houston Dressage Society
Spring Classic I & II CPEDI3*
Katy, TX - April 28, 2012- Once again the Houston Dressage Society (HDS)
hosted an exceptional CPEDI3*Saturday. For United States individuals, it was the
last international competition to qualify for the 2012 USEF Paralympics Selection
Trials. Under Ring One at the Great Southwest Equestrian Center
Para-Equestrians from the United States and Canada competed under the
watchful eye of judges Kathy Amos-Jacob(FRA), Kristi Wysocki (USA), and Carlos
Lopes (POR). The HDS Spring Classic CPEDI3* will continue through Sunday,
April 29 and is sponsored by The COR Group. With the Team Test on Friday and
the Individual Test completed on Saturday, Para-Dressage riders will be able to
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relax and enjoy their Freestyle Tests on Sunday. In addition to the CPEDI3*, the
HDS Spring Classic I & II CDI3*and CDI1*, sponsored by North Texas Equestrian
Center, continues through the weekend in addition to the $10,000 HDS Dressage
Derby. Earning the top score of the day and sweeping the Grade Ia division was
Donna Ponessa (New Windsor, NY) and Dr. Michele Miles' horse Silvano. In Grade
Ib, Jonathan Wentz (Wylie, TX) showed two horses to consistent results. Canadian
Lauren Barwick (Reddick, FL) once again grabbed the Grade II high score, while
Wendy Fryke (Parker, CO) and Lateran claimed Grade III. In Grade IV Jennifer
Baker (Loveland, OH) and Rondo Del Rey, owned by Kathy Jones, claimed the top
position.
Donna Ponessa (USA) Grade Ia and and Silvano, owned by Dr. Michele Miles
On Friday United States rider Donna Ponessa earned a 69.706% for her Team
Test performance. Although she was happy with her ride Donna wanted more.
Saturday morning became all about business and earning a 70%. She noted, "I
knew after Friday's test there were items I needed to work on including making his
tempo more even and letting him carry himself without interfering." Donna's
perseverance paid off when she earned a 74.585% on her Individual Test with
Silvano. "Silvano is a very sensitive and obedient horse," smiled Donna. "So if I
change my balance or place too much weight on one seat bone Silvano feels that.
So Saturday was all about being as a light as possible and it worked."
Donna's trainer Wes Dunham agreed, "I was ecstatic to see Donna knock down
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those scores like that. We took a look at Friday's scores and comments and built
on the positive comments and we took the items we didn't like and focused on
correcting those in the warm-up ring, it was amazing! I am really amazed at the
competitive and tough side of Donna's personality and it has been a great
experience seeing her rewarded for her dedication to this sport."
Wes continued, "This partnership is astounding. I had an inkling when we tried the
horse a month ago and we realized we were right on with that impression that this
horse and Donna would work well together. I am grateful for the guidance of Kai
Handt in helping us to make that choice, Jonathan Wentz for allowing us to share
this spectacular horse, and for Dr. Michele Miles who has generously let us borrow
Silvano. In addition, we would not be here if it wasn't for Sue and Kevin Niblo and
Donna's sponsors and support."
On Sunday Donna will perform her first Freestyle with Silvano. "The Freestyle Test
is my absolute favorite," disclosed Ponessa. I look forward to the freestyle because
I think it will showcase Silvano's athleticism and elegance in the walk. I am also
looking forward to getting to know Silvano more and enjoy riding him when the
pressure is off."
2012 has been a banner year for the United States Para-Equestrians. It has been
a year of growth not only from the number of riders but the number of horses,
spectators, sponsors, and support. Donna explained, "We are knocking on the
door for earning a Team medal. In many disabled sports the Europeans seem to
lead the pack. I think that people are now taking notice of the United States Team
and we are definitely a force to be reckoned with. What is most important is
receiving support even if it is just showing up to watch our discipline."
Prior to the 2008 Beijing Paralympics Chef d'Equipe Missy Ransehousen was
looking for an Assistant Coach for the United States Paralympics Team. Sharon
Schneidman accepted the opportunity to "pay-it-forward" and support and coach
the Para-Equestrian Team. She noted, "My husband Grant and I have had some of
the most wonderful years competing in Dressage and Eventing. Over the years, so
many people stepped forward to support Eventing and to be able to give back as a
coach for the Para-Equestrian discipline has been rewarding."
After Hong Kong Sharon was selected for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian
Games and will continue accompany the team to the 2012 London Paralympics.
Sharon is also an accomplished rider competing through FEI Grand Prix Level. Her
husband, Grant was part of the USET Three-Day team for 18 years and is both a
USDF Gold and Silver Medal. When not traveling around the United States with
the Para-Equestrian Team Sharon heads home to Elizabeth, CO where she and
Grant run their dressage training service, Westmanton Stables LLC. With her
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location not far from Wendy Fryke, Sharon has helped Wendy develop as a
high-level dressage rider and Para-Equestrian Team member.
Wendy Fryke (Parker, CO) and Lateran enhanced their scores from Friday's Team
Test finishing with a 65.833%."Since the Saugerties CPEDI3* Lateran and I took a
little time off and then started back in to work focusing on consistent connection,
explained Fryke. "Under tutelage of Sharon Schneidman, Nicole Glusenkamp, and
lessons with Grant Schneidman I have been using as many assets as possible.
Currently I have been switching Lateran from a double bridle to a snaffle. I decided
to ride in the snaffle for Saturday's Individual Test because on Friday I was having
a problem getting him to go forward on my aids. The snaffle made Lateran more
forward, more consistent in his rhythm, but a little less consistent with his contact.
The Para-Equestrian tests can be challenging for us because there are a lot of
built-in walk transitions. In the able-bodied tests it's more about going forward so I
had to work on really finding those slower gaits and making them consistent.
However, Lateran's best gaits are his medium and extended gaits. While working
at home I like to include technical requirements that keep him excited to work. The
most important thing for me is to have a horse that keeps his enthusiasm, is a
happy horse, and is a healthy horse."
Wendy Fryke (USA) Grade III and Lateran
After the Houston CPEDI3* Wendy will work on additional lateral work to genuinely
connect Lateran through the shoulder. She will also continue to work her way to
her USDF Silver Medal showing through 4th Level this year.
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Following Donna Ponessa's win in Grade Ia was the talented Canadian rider Jody
Schloss and Inspector Rebus. In preparation for London Schloss has traveled from
New York, to Florida, and on to Texas with her trusty horse Inspector Rebus. As a
top Para-Equestrian Schloss is looking forward to the chance of being selected to
represent her country. Olympian Courtney King-Dye improved from Friday's Team
Test. With Andrea Hart's Mecklenburger, Nicolai, Courtney earned her qualifying
scores for the 2012 Paralympics Selection Trials.
Jody Schloss (CAN) Grade Ia and Inspector Rebus
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Courtney King-Dye (USA) Grade Ia and Nicolai, owned by Andrea Hart
Grade Ib Para-Equestrian Jonathan Wentz (Wylie, TX) is also looking forward to
competing at the 2012 Selection Trials. Over the past few years Jonathan has
accomplished many goals. As a 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games U.S.
Team member, the 2011 USEF Para-Equestrian Dressage National Champion, and
ranked among the 10th in the world, Jonathan continues to achieve the highest
accolades in his sport. Wentz noted, "Without the support I have received from my
family, Kai Handt, Rachel Zent, North Texas Equestrian Center, and generous
owners like Dr. Michele Miles, I would not have been able to accomplish these
dreams. I look forward to Gladstone and I am excited for the United States."
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Jonathan Wentz (USA) Grade 1b and NTEC Jabriiel, owned by Rachel Zent
Grade II Canadian Lauren Barwick and Four-Star Parelli Professional continued to
top her division. Following for
second was Kim Jones
(Georgetown, SC) andMadoc
Dylan, owned by Nancy Hinz of
Yellow Rose Dressage. Behind
Jones followed Sydney Collier and
Nicolai, owned by Andrea Hart, and
Barbara Adside aboard NTEC
Manchada, owned by Kai Handt.
Kim Jones remarked, "I want to
thank Nancy Hinz for letting me
borrow her Welsh Palomino. I also
want to thank the my coaches
Missy Ransehousen, Sharon
Schneideman, and Walter Zettle.
Lastly, I would like to thank Lori
Northrup and Rob and Kathy
Marshall who made contributions to
me for my journey.
In Grade IV, Jennifer Baker
(Loveland, OH) and Rondo Del Rey,
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owned by Kathy Jones, increased
Lauren Barwick (CAN) and Grade II and Off To Paris
their scores and solidified their
relationship. Baker commented, "I
was really happy with my partnership with him during the Individual Test. It has
been 10 days and today I figured out how to make our partnership more solid. Part
of the change includes not being so nervous and trusting him. Rondo is a great
horse that has excellent high-level technical movements, and a wonderful attitude.
I want to thank Kathleen Jones for loaning me Rondo, Susan Shiba who is the
trainer of Rondo, and the entire horse show. I also would like to thank Hope Hand
for getting me to come back to the show ring and to my boyfriend who sold multiple
items so I could travel to Texas."
When Baker is not showing she works
at an equine facility that specializes in
equine rehab. Baker enjoys bringing
back sport horses in dressage, show
jumping, and hunters from injuries
such as suspensory problems.
Finishing the Grade IV division was
Iana Gonzalez. This was Iana's first
horse show as a Para-Equestrian. "I
am so grateful for my supporter Raul
Armendariz who has provided both of
these horses. He believed in me as a
rider and I cannot thank him enough
for his generosity.
Jennifer Baker (USA) Grade IV and Rondo Del Rey,
owned by Kathy Jones
Sunday, April 28 will be the final day
and Freestyle Test competition for the
Houston Dressage Society Spring
Classic I & II CPEDI3* sponsored by
The COR Group. United States
Para-Equestrians that have earned
their qualifying score for the 2012
USEF Paralympics Selection Trials will
head to Gladstone, New Jersey for the
Selection Trials and USEF
Para-Equestrian Dressage National
Championship scheduled for June
10-13, 2012.
About the Para-Equestrian Discipline:
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Each of the Para-Equestrian athletes have amazing stories to tell and have
achieved much success despite the many physical challenges they incur in
everyday life. The range of disabilities and diagnoses include Multiple Sclerosis,
limb loss, Lupus, Cerebral Palsy, brain and spinal cord injuries, and many other
diagnoses. Due to the range of disabilities, Para-Equestrians are divided into five
grade levels including Grade Ia, Ib, II, III, and IV. Grade Ia is the most severely
impaired while Grade IV is the least impaired. Each grade competes alongside
riders that have comparable inabilities. The Grades are not determined on skill
level but are determined by an international classification process. Classifications
are performed at each international competition by trained physical therapists or
physicians who perform strength, range of motion and/or coordination tests on the
athletes to assess their functional ability and approve them for adaptive equipment.
Adaptive equipment is allowed as needed such as modified saddles, additional
whips, rubber bands, looped reins and other aids to help compensate for a rider's
disability.
To compare each Para-Equestrian Test to able-bodied Dressage levels Grade 1a is
equivalent to Introductory Level, Grade 1b is equivalent to Training Level, Grade II
is equivalent to First Level, Grade III is equivalent to Second Level and Grade IV is
equivalent to Third Level. Competitions continue to be made possible for riders in
each of the Grades through sponsorship and large financial dedication.
Results Team Test Competition Saturday April 28, 2012
H: Lopes-POR C: Amos Jacob-FRA B: Wysocki-USA
Grade Ia:
Name, Horse, Owner, Country, Score%
1. Donna Ponessa, Silvano, owned by Dr. Michele Miles, USA 74.585%
2. Jody Schloss, Inspector Rebus, owned by Jody Schloss, CAN, 67.665%
3. Courtney King-Dye, Nicolai, owned by Andrea Hart, USA, 65.665%
4. Laura Goldman, NTEC Manchada, owned by Kai Handt, USA, 64.915%
5 Laura Goldman,VPRH Pegasus Vom Niehaus-HOF,owned by Patrick Truxillo,
USA,61.75%
Grade Ib:
1.Jonathan Wentz, Silvano, owned by Dr. Michele Miles, USA, 69.639%
2.Jonathan Wentz, NTEC Jabriel, owned by Rachel Zent, USA, 61.013%
Grade II:
1. Lauren Barwick, Off To Paris, owned by Equine Canada, CAN, 71.586%
2. Kim Jones, Madoc Dylan, owned by Nancy Hinz, USA, 62.7%
3. Sydney Collier, Nicolai, owned by Andrea Hart, USA, 60.714%
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4.Barbara Adside, NTEC Manchada, owned by Kai Handt, USA, 59.681%
Grade III
1. Wendy Fryke, Lateran, owned by Wendy Fryke, USA, 65.833%
Grade IV
1. Jennifer Baker, Rondo Del Ray, owned by Kathy Jones, USA, 61.559%
2. Iana Gonzalez, Farol, owned by Raul Armendariz, USA, 56.398%
3. Iana Gonzalez, Isleno Arm, owned by Raul Armendariz, USA, 50.914%
(USA) Laura Goldman Grade Ia and VPRH Pegasus com Niehaus-HOF
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Jonathan Wentz (USA) Grade Ib and Silvano, owned by
Dr. Michele Miles
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Kim Jones (USA) Grade II and Madoc Dylan, owned
by Nancy Hinz
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Sydney Collier (USA) Grade II and Nicolai, owned by
Andrea Hart
Barbara Adside (USA) Grade II and NTEC Manchada, owned by Kai Handt
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Iana Gonzalez (USA) Grade IV and Farol
Iana Gonzalez (USA) Grade IV and Isleno
Arm
Results Team Test Competition Friday April 27, 2012
H: Amos Jacob-FRA C: Schmutz-USA M: - B: Lopes-POR
Grade Ia:
Name, Horse, Owner, Country,Score%
1. Donna Ponessa, Silvano, owned by Dr. Michele Miles, USA 69.706%
2. Laura Goldman,VPRH Pegasus Vom Niehaus-HOF,owned by Patrick Truxillo,
USA,68.235%
3. Jody Schloss, Inspector Rebus, owned by Jody Schloss, CAN, 67.941%
4. Courtney King-Dye, Nicolai, owned by Andrea Hart, USA, 62.747%,
5. Laura Goldman, NTEC Manchada, owned by Kai Handt, USA, 62.159%
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Grade Ib:
1.Jonathan Wentz, Silvano, owned by Dr. Michele Miles, USA, 69.241%
2.Jonathan Wentz, NTEC Jabriel, owned by Rachel Zent, USA, 68.409%
Grade II:
1. Lauren Barwick, Off To Paris, owned by Equine Canada, CAN, 72.776%
2. Kim Jones, Madoc Dylan, owned by Nancy Hinz, USA, 65.319%
3. Sydney Collier, Nicolai, owned by Andrea Hart, USA, 63.81%
4.Barbara Adside, NTEC Manchada, owned by Kai Handt, USA, 61.033%
Grade III
1. Wendy Fryke, Lateran, owned by Wendy Fryke, USA, 64.259%
Grade IV
1.Jennifer Baker, Rondo Del Ray, owned by Kathy Jones, USA, 59.791%
2.Iana Gonzalez, Farol, owned by Raul Armendariz, USA, 59.375%
3. Iana Gonzalez, Isleno Arm, owned by Raul Armendariz, USA, 57.397%
For more information about theSpring Classic I and II CPEDI3* Hosted by Houston
Dressage Society please visit www.HoustonDressageSociety.org. To view the prize
list or show results please visit www.ShowSecretary.com or contact the Show
Secretary Susan Peacock phone (405) 749-9777 or email
[email protected].
Fast Facts: Spring Classic I CPEDI3* Hosted by Houston Dressage Society
What: Spring Classic I and II CPEDI3* Hosted by Houston Dressage Society
CPEDI3* Name Sponsor: The COR Group - Leslie Rohrer
Where: Great Southwest Equestrian Center
2501 South Mason Rd.
Katy, TX 77450
281-578-7669
www.gswec.com
Schedule:
Sunday, April 29, 2012 - -9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Para-Equestrian Freestyle Test
Awards Ceremony will occur after Sunday's Freestyle Competition
Contacts at Show:
Show Secretary: Susan Peacock,837 Glenlake Drive, Edmond, OK 73013, Phone:
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(405) 749-9777, [email protected], Fax: 866-487-6624
Assistant Secretary: Chris Federer, (513) 833-5081, [email protected]
Show Manager: Ed Lavallee, 300 Cedar Ridge St., Wylie, TX 75098, (214)
336-7125, [email protected]
Licensee Contact: Kathleen Jones, Houston Dressage Society,
[email protected]
About the FEI:
International level competition is governed by the Federation Equestre
Internationale (FEI), headquartered in Lausanne, Switzerland. Both able-bodied
and Para-Equestrian riders compete under special FEI rules. Judges are licensed
by the FEI to officiate at international competitions around the world. Equestrian
sports are the only Olympic sport where men and women compete directly against
each other.
Photo Credit: All photographs taken at the Houston Dressage Society Spring Classic I & II
CPEDI3*, sponsored by The COR Group. All photographs taken at the Great Southwest Equestrian
Center April 27-29, 2012. Photos by: Lindsay Y McCall (c) 2012
About United States Para-Equestrian Association:
The USPEA is a network of riders, judges, na9onal federa9on board members, and equestrian enthusiasts.
The associa9on gives athletes the ability to get involved and expand their knowledge and experience in the
Para-‐Equestrian sport. The USPEA encourages para-‐athletes to par9cipate in all disciplines under the
para-‐equestrian umbrella.
The USPEA is a recognized aﬃliate of the United States Equestrian Federa9on (USEF) which serves as the
Na9onal Governing Body for the equestrian sport. This rela9onship between the USPEA and USEF is to
encourage para-‐equestrian compe9tors, leisure riders, coaches, fans and enthusiasts to network and get
involved with the en9re equestrian sport.
Ul9mately the goal of the USPEA is to foster growth in the para-‐equestrian discipline. From growth in the
number of par9cipants to growth as a team, and growth in the experience and knowledge of all involved. From local horse shows to interna9onal Olympic Games, the USPEA will provide para-‐equestrians the
knowledge of what they need to succeed. The USPEA connects with the Interna9onal Olympic CommiPee
(IOC), the Federa9on Equestre Interna9onale (FEI), the United States Dressage Federa9on (USDF), and USEF
which provides Para-‐Equestrians the top equestrian resources.
In June 2010, the USPEA earned its 501 (c)(3) status which has encouraged supporters to help supply funding
to the Para-‐Equestrian Team as a recognized aﬃliate of the United States Equestrian Federa9on(USEF). For more informa9on about the USPEA please visit www.USPEA.org or contact USPEA President: Hope Hand
by e-‐mail: [email protected] or by phone: (610)356-‐6481.
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