HAND BOOK - Equestrian Western Australia

2014 HANDBOOK Edition reviewed 5 March 2014. CONTENTS Mission EWA Jumping Committee Judges, Course Designers and Commentators Contacts Jumping Officials Important Information for Competitors and Organizers Nominations Stallions Yards Grading Competitions Practice Fences Jumping Classes Stallions Dress Code Saddlery Protests Disciplinary Matters Reporting Unsporting Behavior Swabbing Micro Chipping Organization Programs First Aid Policy Jumping Equipment High Performance Pathways for Squads EWA Jumping Sponsored Series Awards EWA Jumping Committee ‐ Facebook Page EWA Jumping Committee ‐ Strategic Plan 2014 to 2017 2
Vision Jumping in WA will be a vibrant and robust sport, providing opportunities for all participants. Objectives 1. To foster the success of Western Australian horses, riders and officials at national and international level. 2. To provide a domestic competition program to grow the participation and interest in jumping ‐ through vibrant local events and a range of strong development programs. 3. Effective governance and management to foster a developing jumping sport in WA. EWA Jumping will achieve this by: 1.
HP pathways To provide athletes with leadership, development opportunities and high performance pathways in a healthy sporting environment. 2.
Competitions To foster, support and encourage year round competitions catering for all levels. 3.
Officials ‐ Encourage, develop and administer officials and volunteers to support the sport of jumping. 4.
Governance and regulations Administer the finances of the committee, and uphold the rules of the organisation. 5.
Communications Work cooperatively and collaboratively to deliver effective communications at all levels. EVENTS For all Jumping events please refer to the Calendar on the EWA website. If you are an event organizer please keep the registrar up to date with any changes and details. Email Meredith at [email protected] EWA JUMPING COMMITTEE February 2014 3
POSITION NAME PHONE/FAX ADDRESS 51 Mottram Road CARMEL WA 6076 [email protected] ELECTED MEMBER 2012 – 2015 PETER COOKE Chair PH: 9291 8111 MOB: 0417 953 957 ELECTED MEMBER 2012 – 2015 KEVIN GIANATTI Vice Chair PCAWA Representative 28 YORNA ROAD PH: 9293 2471 KALAMUNDA WA 6076 MOB: 0407 988 541 [email protected].
au ELECTED MEMBER 2013 – 2016 KEVIN TULLY Officials PH: (08) 9923‐3225 MOB: 0427 778591 257 Giles Rd Moonyoonooka WA 6532 [email protected] ELECTED MEMBER 2012 – 2015 RENATTA MILCZARCK Treasurer MOB: 0413 666136 Unit 3 2 Grose Way Noranda WA 6062 [email protected] CONSTITUENT MEMBER ANNE MARIE FRANK 2013‐2016 CONSTITUENT MEMBER JUDITH ODGAARD 2011‐2014 Selector PH: 9574 1051 MOB: 0407 424 097 [email protected] Old Coach Rd MOKINE WA 6401 [email protected] APPOINTED MEMBER 2010 TRACEY BARBER Selector Club Liaison Officer APPOINTED MEMBER 2012 SHANE GIBLETT NJC Delegate Mob: 0419 926576 Facebook Administrator 35 Leaver Way CARDUP WA 6122 [email protected] APPOINTED MEMBER 2013 FRED FREMAN Vice Chair PO Box 190 SERPENTINE WA 6125 [email protected] APPOINTED MEMBER 2014 Position Vacant APPOINTED MEMBER 2014 Position Vacant CO‐OPTED MEMBER 2013 CO‐OPTED MEMBER 2013 CO‐OPTED MEMBER 2013 4
PH: 0438 061323 PH: 9525 2851 MOB: 0402 053 48 PO Box 357 WANNEROO, 6065 [email protected] JULIA CONTI PH: (08) 9405‐4493 MOB: 0417 660 505 18 Via Vista Drive, Mariginiup WA 6078 [email protected] LEON CARROLL Riders Representative MOB: 0423 244764 [email protected] PCAWA Representative Position vacant for 2013 OFFICIALS ACCREDITATION OF JUDGES, COURSE DESIGNERS AND COMMENTATORS A training program for Judges and Course Designer’s (CD) is in place. The categories are ‐ Probationary and Grades 1, 2 and 3. Details are outlined in the Equestrian Australia Addendum to FEI Rules for Jumping in 2013/2014.
APPLICATION FOR PROBATIONARY STATUS Applicants must be at least an Associate member of Equestrian Australia. Application forms are available from the Equestrian WA office and on the Equestrian WA website. The program requires probationary officials to work under the supervision of a Level 2 or 3 Judge or Course Designer for a minimum of 12 months and 5 assignments and pass an examination at the end of the course. Depending on progress made, a person on Probationary status would then apply to the Jumping Committee to be granted Grade 1 status. UPGRADING A Level 1 Judge or CD will be assessed and duly upgraded when the required criteria have been met. A Level 2 Judge or CD can only be upgraded after being assessed and recommended by an FEI Judge or CD To maintain a position on the panel, you are required to attend a seminar at least once every two years, and to return a record card to the EWA office by the 31st December. This card is to be used to record your official duties and is issued at the beginning of the year... Anyone failing to comply may have their position on the panel reviewed. All active officials who hold a “EWA Officials Membership” are eligible to be reimbursed for the cost of these fees following receipt of the card. For more information contact Kevin Tully (M): 0427 778 591 SEMINAR Seminar for jump judge officials will be held at the State Equestrian Centre 22nd February 2014. Refresher seminar for course designers may be held during the year at an official show at this stage. NATIONAL OFFICIATING SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM (NOSP) The Australian Sports Commission has initiated the NOSP. NOSP aims to assist in the development of potential High Performance Officials. The program aims to provide a pathway for the official and ‘fast track’ them, where appropriate, to officiate within the elite level of their chosen sport. Details are available from the Equestrian WA office. The Jumping Committee has also implemented a mentoring system for Course Designers to assist them to follow a path from probationary to National level. Details are available from the Jumping Committee. OFFICIALS – OPERATIONAL LEVELS Level 1 Judges and course designers may officiate Pony Club Gymkhanas, small Agricultural shows and at club shows under the supervision of a level 2 or 3 judges. Level 2 Judges and course designers may officiate at larger Agricultural shows, similar type Club shows & events and at Championship events as a part of a ground jury. Level 3 Judges and course designers may officiate at all National Events and are qualified to officiate at State Championship events and sponsored events carrying large prize money, including two and three day fixtures. FEI International Candidates May officiate at all National Events and CSI Events as stipulated by the FEI. FEI (R) refers to our highly experienced senior officials who have retired from FEI duties, but are available for National and Local Official duties. 5
EWA JUMPING OFFICIALS Name & Address Ph No.
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Course Designer ALEXANDER Victoria 169 Moore Rd Millendon WA 6056 [email protected] ARNOLD Cheryl 73 Darlington Road Darlington WA 6070 [email protected] Stewards
9571 0064 Preliminary 1 9299 8844 1 0417 184 250 1 AVERY Anne 52 Addison Road Parmelia 6167 [email protected] BARBER Nakita PO Box 357 Wanneroo 6065 [email protected] 0438 661 353 1 BARCLAY Ellen 20 Valentine Way Australind WA 6233 [email protected] BARNDON Catherine 6 Dayana Dve Woorree WA 6530 [email protected] BARREY Simon 20b Mort Street Rivervale WA [email protected] BRITZA David PO Box 99 York WA 6302 [email protected] Campbell Ian 771 Reen Road Gidgegannup WA 6083 [email protected] 9797 1094 2 1 1 0418 813 313 FEI 2** 0409 989 474 Preliminary 3 040 797 7370 2 CONWAY Carol Geraldton WA 6530 [email protected] 6
9964 9283 1 COOK Barbara 17 Swan Point Road Albany WA 6330 [email protected] 0409 100 621
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0419 929 758 1 9291 8111 3 9926 1116 FEI (I) 9250 4518 2 COOK Peter 17 Swan Point Road Albany WA 6330 [email protected] COOKE Peter 51 Mottram Road Carmel WA 6076 [email protected] DODD Penelope PO Box 376 Geraldton WA 6530 [email protected] DOWNS‐STONEY Diana 1 Coast Road West Swan WA 6055 [email protected] Franceschi Wayne PO Box 86 Manjimup WA 6258 [email protected] FREEMAN Fred PO Box 190 Serpentine WA 6125 [email protected] GARNER Thea PO Box 91 Wyalkatchem WA 6485 [email protected] GODFREY Catherine 14 Muirdick Street Innaloo WA [email protected] GOODMAN Jenny RMB 45 Bussel Hwy Stratham WA 6237 [email protected] HARGREAVES Phil C/‐ PO Brunswick Junction 6224 [email protected] HELLIER Martin Lot 17 Berry Rd, Gidgegannup WA 6083 [email protected] HENRY M’Liss 22 Marlow Street Wembley WA 6014 [email protected] 7
9777 2246 FEI 3 *** FEI 2** Preliminary 1 FEI 2** 9681 4020 0429 814 020 1 Preliminary 9844 3693 0437 032 724 2 9795 6154 1 3 0427 799 468 1 1 0402 053 480 9574 7097 1 3 9383 7720 0408412728 2 2 INGHAM Liz Lot 80 Poad Road Armadale WA 6112 [email protected] 9366 1441
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1 9274 4488 0414 457 910 1 9823 1609 1 INGLIS Rosemary 12 Filip Way West Swan WA 6055 [email protected] KIPPIN Amy PO Box 50 Woodanilling WA 6317 [email protected] KRULATZ Anton 6 Bernborough Way Darling Downs 6121 [email protected] LINDSAY Kim PO Box 3151 Success WA 6469 [email protected]
om.au LOWING Mark 142 Country Drive Oakford WA 6121 [email protected] LUDGATE Chaise P O Box 218 York WA 6302 [email protected] 9498 2202 1 0412 453 314 2 0427084410 93972121 Preliminary Preliminary 0429 144 155 FEI 1* MADIGAN Peter 29 Henty Road Lower Kalgan WA 6330 9846 4342 2 2 MARSHALL Tim 24 Nelson Street Bedfordale WA [email protected] 9399 1897 2 2 McGUIRE Geoff PO Box 54 Katanning WA 6317 [email protected] MURPHY Edward Coach Road Wundowie 9821 2433 FEI (R) NAT. 3 2 2 NEWMAN Ross 12 Jenark Rd Wooree WA 6530 [email protected] 9964 4685 2 8
0427 089 472 2 ODGAARD Judith 24 Old Coach Rd. Clackline WA 6564OD [email protected] 9574 1051
OZANNE Sarah Sarnia Park PO Box 6 Chidlow 6556 [email protected] OZANNE Simon 126 Victoria Rd Wattle Grove 6107 [email protected] ROBBINS Kerrie 245 Ilbery Street Chidlow WA 6556 [email protected] ROSE Judith Bindoon WA SCUPHAM Kate PO Box 78 Newdegate WA 6353 [email protected] FEI (C)
9572 3026 0431 985 993 2 0439 917 817 1 9572 6001 FEI (I) 1 0427 959 491 2 0418 880 462 1 SQUIRE Shawn 9295 0561 23 Sunset Way Stoneville WA 6081 1 1 STANLEY Bob PO Box 565 Bakers Hill WA 6562 [email protected] 9574 1773 3 3 St JOHN Thomas [email protected] TRETHOWAN Jahna RMB 440 Shamrock Rd Kojonup 6395 [email protected] TULLY Kevin 257 Giles Rd Moonyoonooka WA 6532 [email protected] WESTLUND Neville C/o Post Office Clackline WA 6564 0428954350 Preliminary 9834 1133 0413 620 324 1 FEI 2** 1 WILLIS Phillipa 45 Hardwick Rd Millendon WA 6056 [email protected] 0418 234 742 1 9
0427 778 591 9574 1302 1 IMPORTANT INFORMATION EQUESTRIAN AUSTRALIA NATIONAL JUMPING RULES It is highly recommended that competitors and organizers have their own copy of, and are familiar with, the current version of the Equestrian Australia National Jumping Rules available from the Equestrian WA office or http://www.equestrian.org.au ELIGIBILITY TO COMPETE ‐ RIDERS All riders competing at fixtures run by affiliated clubs must be current financial Senior, Junior or Associate Members of Equestrian Australia or a member of the affiliated club running the event. Riders will be requested to provide evidence of their current membership. ELIGIBILITY TO COMPETE ‐ HORSES •
No horse or pony under the age of four will be issued with a jumping performance card. •
Horses competing in official competitions must have a current Equestrian Australia registration and a VALID Equestrian Australia Jumping performance card. •
Horses must be at least six years old to compete in international competitions (including World Cup Qualifying Rounds). No horse less than seven years may compete in the Olympic Games or the World Championships. •
Horses 5 yrs and below are not permitted to compete in any competitions with a starting height of 1.25m and above in the first round or Futurity classes. •
Horses must be entered under their registered name, including any prefix, in full. If the name has been changed, the previous name is to be printed and announced as well for the next 12 months. CRUELTY Cruelty is difficult to define and it may take many forms. For example, it is an offence to whip or beat a horse excessively, to use spurs or the bit violently and persistently, to use any kind of electric shock devise against the horse, to rap a horse in the collecting ring or anywhere on or near the showground. A rider who excessively presses an exhausted or injured horse will be guilty of cruelty. START LEVY Organisers must charge a start levy of $2.50 per start to a maximum of $15 per rider per show. Training rounds will attract the $2.50 levy for any number of rounds per horse and will be included in the $15 maximum. The organising committee to forward levies to the EWA office WITHIN 30 DAYS of the event. This Levy gives the Jumping Committee funding to carry out projects such as new equipment, seminars, travel etc. 10
PRESENTATION OF PRIZES Riders are reminded that they must attend the presentation, unless under extraordinary circumstances or forfeit their prizes. Jumping performance cards must be presented and signed by the judge or judges’ representative. NOMINATIONS Where entries are required by a closing date, riders must respect the conditions set by the organisers. YARDS & STABLING •
Stabling and yards should be of solid construction. From 1 January 2010, the use of electrified tape, strings, ropes or chains, will not be permitted at EA Events. •
A yard will be considered as a rigid enclosed area in which a horse is confined but in which it may be loose to freely move around. •
The rule will not apply to a situation where a horse remains tied to a float or truck on a short tether and is not free to move around. •
Responsibility for non‐compliance with the yard rule will rest with the event organising committees. STALLIONS Equestrian Australia has, in the interests of public safety and with the assistance of the National Sport Committees, developed the following Code of Conduct, which is a set of guidelines available for adoption by events and organisations. •
Stallions should wear official ‘discs’ at all times whilst at the venue. These discs are to be worn on both sides of head collars and bridles or on some part of the horse on both sides to identify to others that the horse is a stallion. •
No stallion is to be moved around a venue without displaying the stallion discs and a suitable restraint. The restraint can be a bridle, a rearing bit or a chain lead rein over the nose or under the jaw. •
Where possible all stallions are to be stabled. If suitable stabling is not available stallions need to wear a collar, which is securely tied to the outside of a truck or trailer. •
Stallions tied to the outside of a truck or trailer must be supervised at all times. •
Stallions may be substituted in prize‐giving ceremonies with another horse should the rider deem it to be safer. •
It is recommended that riders and handlers of stallions at shows be over the age of 17 •
It is the stallion owner’s/rider’s responsibility to ensure that all possible safety precautions are taken. •
Floats/Trucks that transport stallions should display the official magnet giving notice that there is a stallion on board. •
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Only the approved discs will be permitted. These guidelines are consistent with Equestrian Australia's focus on improving safety by identifying risks and putting in place measures to mitigate those risks. The use of the horse and float identification discs is compulsory at all Equestrian Australia events The horse and float discs are available for purchase from the National Office of Equestrian Australia only. Link: http://www.equestrian.org.au/default.asp?Page=25104&MenuID=Members/11759/0 NATIONAL JUMPING STRICTURE As from January 2013: 1. The same allocation of points for placings as per the current grading system (Article 283) will continue to underpin the development of jumping. 2. Event Organisers will have the flexibility to use the allocation of points and height to differentiate competitions. Replacing A, B, C and D. 3. Competitions will be more standardised based on the height, width and speed. Competitors will be able to enter a competition knowing the maximum height and width of obstacles in the first round. Organisers can offer a jumping program that best suits the riders and their horses that patronize their event using the heights and points as a guide. All competitors in official competitions must be a member of Equestrian Australia. One height competition may have divisions, with variable prize money but must be conducted under the one Article number. For any height class under 1.30m, where divisions are applied, the prize money on ‘point restricted’ divisions needs to outweigh prize money applied to an Open Division. All EA affiliated competitions, 1.05m and above with 10 or more athletes and which carry a total of $100 or more in prize money and or goods, excluding trophies advertised in the schedule, will count for points with exceptions of Article 283.4. Where the height is stated at 1.30m or less, then there must be no less that 3 verticals and 3 spread obstacles at the maximum. General conditions: ¬ Prize money is encouraged to be invested in the top end of the program and less funds for lower heights. ¬ Organisers will be encouraged to initiate Series Competitions; – Regional to State to National. Starting criteria: ¬ No horse may have more than 2 class starts on any day. Organising Committees can allow more than 2 class starts per day by clearly stating this in the schedule. ¬ Amateur competitions will stay with the current rules i.e Article 255 ¬ Futurity competitions will be for 6‐10yo horses (based on 1 Aug) and 50 points and under at the close of entry. Futurity conditions on EA website ¬ Horses 5 yrs and below are not permitted to compete in any competition with a starting height of 1.25m and above in the 1st round or Futurity classes, regardless of the points accrued. ¬ Young horse classes will be encouraged at all levels. 12
Recording performances: ¬ Proof of age will be at EA registration. ¬ Judges will be responsible for submitting the appropriate points and results. Performance Cards will continue to be used. ¬ Responsibility of riders and owners to ensure horses have current performance cards at competitions. PERFORMANCE POINTS All Equestrian Australia affiliated competitions, 1.05 metres and above for horses competing individually, with 10 or more starters, which carry a total of $100.00 or more in prize money and/or goods will count for grading. NB Trophies irrespective of kind are excluded from the value of the class. Exceptions to this rule are Amateur Owner, Young Rider classes, Junior Jumper and team events. In competitions with less than 10 participants, a rider or owner may elect to take one (1) grading point if a horse has jumped two clear rounds. The decision to take this option must be made immediately after the competition and communicated to the judge, who will mark the performance card with an encircled numeral “1” and initial the entry. The judge must then record this decision on the results sheet that is sent to the Equestrian WA office so that the office can allocate the correct points to the horse. The “optional performance point” rule applies to all official classes (inc. height classes) that are conducted under Table A rules as follows: 1. Table A classes with a jump off as listed. Articles 238.1.2(AM3); 238.1.3 (AM4); 238.2.2 (AM5); 238.2.3 (AM6); 245.3 (AM7); all competitions under Article 273 (competitions over two rounds ‐Grand Prix); 2. Competitions in Two Phases – Article 274 sections 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 (not 5.4 or 5.0). For 1st, 2nd and 3rd places all cards must be completed and signed by a Judge or Official, before prize money is paid. Points are awarded as follows: 1st Place 4 Points 2nd Place 2 Points 3rd Place 1 Point Where equality of placing occurs, the points allocated to those places will be added together and divided by the number of competitors sharing those places. Fractions of 0.5 or more will be rounded up. Fractions below 0.5 will be rounded down. IMPORTED HORSES Owners of foreign horses imported into Australia must provide documentation on the previous jumping performances of the horse to the branch. There will be an appeal system if the automatic allocation is not appropriate for the imported horse. Imported horses ages will be determined as at 1st January for horses born in the northern hemisphere, and as at 1st August for horses born in the southern 13
hemisphere. Imported horses must be assessed by the Points panel within 3 months of their importation. • 4 year old and below ‐ 0 points • 5 year old ‐ 10 points • 6 year old – 25 points • 7 year old ‐ 40 points • 8 year old and above ‐ 70 points FOR OFFICIAL COMPETITIONS Course Designers must comply with the heights for classes specified in the schedule, and adhere to it for at least one third of the fences. JUMPING PERFORMANCE CARDS For official competitions, organisers are required to sight all performance cards when competitors enter for the fixture. Any competitors, who arrive without their cards, may be allowed to start on payment of a $10.00 fine (which is retained by the Organisers). However if any of these competitors are placed, they will not receive the prize money, unless the card is forwarded to the organizers or the Equestrian WA office within seven days. If performance cards are not current or presented, prize money will be forfeited. It should also be noted on the score sheets if prize money has been withheld and the Equestrian WA office notified if and when it is paid. If the card is not produced within seven days, the organizers are entitled to adjust the prize money, places and points accordingly. COMPETITIONS SALUTE Each competitor MUST salute the Chief Judge as a matter of courtesy on entering the arena, unless the Ground Jury gives other instructions. OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE Physical outside assistance between the starting and the finishing line is considered to be unauthorised assistance. Unauthorised assistance may result in the competitor being eliminated. ELIMINATIONS Unless otherwise specified in the Rules, or in the conditions for the competitions, elimination means that the competitor may not continue in the current competition. The competitor does have the right to jump one single fence after retiring or after being eliminated, before leaving the arena, except in the case of a fall. A competitor eliminated by a fall should NOT remount prior to leaving the arena. REPORTING A FALL When a rider takes a fall the JUDGE must complete an Incident Report that provides the riders name, the event, the time of the fall, a brief description of what happened and an outline of the support provided at the time of the incident. 14
JUMPING COURSES •
There should be a minimum of nine fences; half of them spreads, with doubles and/or a treble. •
Fences in the course should be placed so that the horse is not required to make a tighter turn, than the arc of a 20m circle and shall be allowed two or three strides before and after the turn to become balanced. •
The first fence of the course and the first fence of the first combination may be lower than the minimum height. •
Spread fences shall have width dimensions approximately equal to, or more than, the height of the fence. These dimensions must also apply for Speed classes. JUMP‐OFF In all competitions when the placing is determined against the clock, and equality of penalties and time occurs for first place, a jump‐off may take place over a shortened course (a minimum of 6 (six) obstacles) which may be increased in height and/or width, depending on the provisions of the schedule. If no provision for a jump‐off is laid down in the schedule, it is considered that the competition will be run without any jump‐off (Art 245.6). The Course Designer may include two additional jumps in the jump off, one of which may be a vertical fence in reverse (if so suitably built), which may be numbered as a higher number (13 or 14 and or written on the course plan as R (Reverse) e.g. 8R •
Any jump‐off under Table A must include a combination, if a combination was included in the first round. •
If in a jump‐off against the clock, two or more competitors obtain exactly the same time and penalties, a second jump‐off may not take place. The competitors are then placed equal (Art 238.5). •
While the horse is in the arena during a competition, all entrances and exits must be physically closed (Art. 201‐ FEI Rules). •
Competitions such as Power and Speed (Art. 262.1) or Puissance (Art. 262.2) are inadvisable for classes below 1.25m. COURSE PLAN Course Designers must provide at least two copies of the course plan for each class, showing all relevant details, including the table to be judged under, the length of the course, the time allowed and the obstacles in the jump off. The Plan of the Course must be posted as close as possible to the entrance of the arena, at least half an hour before the beginning of each competition. An identical copy must be given to the Ground Jury, FEI Rules Article 205. The plan must indicate the table to be judged under, the length of the course as measured, the time allowed and the obstacles in the jump‐off. Judges and Course Designers please note it is most important that heights are always checked especially in height classes. PRACTICE FENCES 15
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Two practice fences (one straight and one spread) must be provided and correctly flagged. •
To save time and inconvenience in the warm‐up area, a third fence which has only crossed rails (which must be kept that way), should also be provided. •
These fences must be no more than 10 cm greater than the height & spread of the competition in progress, if the competition is 1.40m or less. If competition is over 1.40m, then the practice jumps must not exceed 1.60m in height and 1.80m in width. WARM UP ARENA CODE OF CONDUCT •
Respect must be shown to all officials and fellow competitors at all times. Follow instructions from the Ring Marshal at all times. Remember: abuse of officials is a reportable offence. •
Always consult the ring Marshal before entering the warm up arena •
Inform the Office and Ring Marshal if you are scratching. •
Inform the Office and Ring Marshal if there is a rider change. If there is any reason a rider wants to change draw order, notice must immediately be forward onto Marshal and Judge for approval. •
Follow the published starting order. •
Abide by the show's recommended number of competitors in the warm up arena at any one time. For classes up to 1.30m there is a maximum of 10 competitors. For all classes 1.30m and above there is no restriction. •
Only competitors involved in the current competition can use the warm up arena. Replace all rails you knock down in the warm up arena •
Warm up fences cannot be set more than 10cm higher and wider than the maximum dimensions of the current class Competitors to place warm up fences back to original height when finished •
The nearest horse to go on course has priority to use ONE warm up fence •
Do not return to the warm up fence after completing your round or have been eliminated. •
Do not dismount and hold your horse in the warm up arena unless you are adjusting riding equipment/tack. In this case you must be clear of any jumps 16
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JUMPING CLASSES TABLE A Article 238.1.2 (AM3) •
A competition not against the clock with a time allowed but in the event of equality of penalties for first place, there will be one jump‐off against the clock. •
Other competitors are placed according to their penalties in the first round. Article 238.1.3 (AM4) •
A competition not against the clock, with a time allowed. In the event of equality of penalties for first place, there will be a first jump‐off not against the clock and, in the event of further equality of penalties for first place; there will be a second jump‐off against the clock. •
Other competitors are placed according to their penalties in the first jump‐off and if necessary in the first round. Article 238.2.1 (A2) •
Competitors with equality of penalties for any place are placed in accordance with the time taken to complete the round. •
In the event of equality of penalties and time for first place, there may be a jump‐off over a shortened course over obstacles, which may be increased in height and/or spread in accordance with the provisions of the schedule. Article 238.2.2 (AM5) •
A competition against the clock but in the event of equality of penalties for first place, there will be one jump‐off against the clock. •
Other competitors are placed according to their penalties and time in the first round. Article 238.1.2 or 238.2.2/245.3 (AM7) AM7 competition immediate jump off. •
A competition judged under Table A not against the clock, or against the clock, with a time allowed in the first round. A competitor who incurs any jumping or time penalties in the first round must leave the arena immediately on completion of the first round. •
A competitor with a clear round must remain in the arena for a jump‐off against the clock, the judge rings the bell to indicate that he/she is ready for the competitor to start the jump‐
off of the competition. •
Placings are determined as per Article 238.1.2 or 238.2.2. •
The article to be used should be published in the schedule. Article 273 •
This competition comprises, with the same speed, two courses identical or different either in track or in the number of obstacles or in the dimension of the obstacles. •
All athletes have to take part in the first round. The following go forward to the second round according to the conditions of the schedule; 1. Either all athletes or 2. A limited number of athletes (at least 25%) in accordance with their placing in the first round 19
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Athletes will be placed according to aggregate penalties over both rounds and the time incurred in the second round. Article 274 •
This competition comprises two phases run without interruption, each at an identical or different speed, the finishing line for the first phase being identical with the starting line for the first phase. •
The first phase is a course of 7 – 9 obstacles with or without combinations. The second phase takes place over 4 – 6 obstacles which may include one combination. •
New Art 274.5.6 first phase min 5, max 7 obstacles not against the clock, 2nd phase against the clock, remaining obstacles min 11, max 13 total in both phases. Placing according to the aggregate penalties in both phases. •
Athletes penalized in the first phase are halted by ringing the bell after they have jumped the last obstacle or when the time allowed for the first phase has been exceeded, after crossing the finishing line for the first phase. Riders must stop after crossing the first finishing line. •
Exception Art 274.5.6, unless eliminated, athletes penalized in the first phase may continue in the second phase. •
Athletes not penalized in the first phase continue the course, which finishes after crossing the second finishing line. •
Athletes stopped after the first phase may only be placed after athletes who have taken part in both phases. •
In the event of equality for first place, the tied athletes will be placed equal first. TABLE C Article 239.4 Faults under Table C are penalized in seconds that are added to the time taken by the competitor to complete his round or be elimination. An obstacle knocked down while jumping, one or more feet in the water jump or on the lath defining its limits on the landing side; 4 seconds (3 seconds for two phase competitions and for any jump‐off under Table C). First disobedience ‐ none; Second disobedience ‐ elimination. YOUNG RIDER COMPETITIONS 20
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This class is open to any horse or pony currently registered with the EWA, and capable of jumping 1.20 metres. These classes do not carry performance points irrespective of prize money awarded. •
A rider can compete in Young Rider competitions if they are current financial members (at least at Associate level) from the beginning of the calendar year in which they turn 16 years of age, until the end of the calendar year in which they turn 21 years of age. •
Riders will be required to carry a birth certificate with them at all competitions and will be required to produce it on request. •
Competitors may compete in Young Rider & Senior competitions on the same horse at the same event UNLESS permission is denied in the schedule. JUNIOR COMPETITIONS •
Junior Jumping Competitions do not carry performance points irrespective of prize money awarded. •
This class is open to any horse or pony currently registered with the EFA and capable of jumping 1.15 metres. •
A rider can compete in Junior competitions if they are current financial members (at least Associate level) from the beginning of the calendar year in which they turn 12 years, up until the end of the year in which they turn 18 years. •
Riders will be required to carry a Birth Certificate with them at all competitions and will be required to produce it on request. •
A Junior competitor may not compete in Junior, Young Rider and Senior competitions on the same horse on the same day unless permission is granted in the schedule PONY COMPETITIONS Horses 14.2 hh and under may acquire a Performance Card and compete in classes appropriate to the points on their performance card. All such horses will begin with no points, irrespective of points gained whilst competing as a pony. In the event that an organising body wishes to conduct restricted classes for horse’s 14.2 hh and under, the riders shall be restricted to an age group similar to Junior Jumper classes. Ponies may jump in Junior Jumper classes (this does not apply to the Royal Agricultural Show). A pony, which holds a current horse Performance Card, may not compete in Pony Jumping Classes. FUTURITY COMPETITIONS No class can be called a Futurity unless it meets the following criteria. •
The height is a recommendation depending on the ground, could be 1.25/1.30m 1st round. Jump off at 1.40m. Width: round 1 maximum of 1.50m. •
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Placings: one place for every 6 starters overall, with a minimum of 5 placings. After 5th place, prize money can be the refund of the entry fee. •
Entry fee: minimum should be $50 and that a minimum 50% of the entry fee pool should go towards prize money. •
Organiser’s minimum contribution to prize money should be $750. Break up of total prize money should be 1st ‐ 25 %, 2nd ‐ 20%, 3rd ‐ 15%, 4th ‐10% then 5‐10th place 5% each. •
Number of rounds: can be two or three i.e. 238 2.2, 273 3.1 or 3.2 or 3.3. This wording has been implemented as a rule in the National Jumping rules under Article 275 •
Nominations close at least three months prior to the event and horses must have less than 40 points at the time of first acceptance. Late entries accepted only at the discretion of the organizing committee and incur a penalty fee of $50.00. •
Horses may accumulate any number of points by the time of the competition. HORS CONCOURS A horse or pony may be permitted to take part in a competition Hors Concours under the following conditions: •
Permission is obtained from the show organizers. Such permission is entirely at the discretion of the Show Organizers who may withhold it, without being obliged to give reasons. •
The Judge is informed that permission has been given. •
The letters H/C are marked clearly against the competitor’s name on the score sheet. Such entries should jump last. •
Riders are subject to all rules except as provided for in these rulings. •
A rider taking part in a competition Hors Concours may participate in any jump‐off, if qualified. •
The horse must be currently registered. The owner and rider must be members of Equestrian WA. •
A horse or pony, which has competed Hors Concours, is not allowed to compete subsequently, for prizes in any class at the show on the same day. TRAINING ROUNDS •
Training rounds have become very popular with competitors starting young or inexperienced horses over jumps. •
All riders must be current financial Senior, Junior or Associate Members of Equestrian Australia or a member of the Pony Club Association though horses need not be registered. •
The course can start quite low and be raised progressively, according to the requirements of the riders and horses. •
The usual rules for Jumping may be modified to assist riders to get their horses jumping. For instance after three refusals the fence may be lowered and the horse “encouraged’ over it, but should not take the form of a riding lesson. Helpers are needed to ‐ • Sell tickets for the rounds and to keep a record of riders and horses... • Open and close the arena gate, collect tickets and organize the starting order of riders and horses. Riders with more than one horse should be staggered. • Control the arena, blow the whistle, pick up rails, operate the stopwatch and give riders any assistance they may require. • Score Sheets are not kept and prize money is not given. Training Rounds are simple to operate and beneficial to riders. DRESS CODE During official competitions and presentation of prizes, competitors must wear a riding jacket, or a hunting jacket, or a hunt uniform, with white or fawn breeches, black boots or black top boots, a shirt and tie or rat‐catcher collar. At other times, such as inspecting the course, riders may remove their jacket, but must present in a neat and tidy fashion as described above. Competitors may wear gaiters made from full grain leather, either black or brown to match boots, in all classes up to FEI level. Members of the armed services and police force may elect to wear service dress. The Ground Jury may permit competitors to wear waterproof coats when appropriate. 22
When the air temperature is above 28° Celsius, the riders may compete without a jacket. In this case, competitors must have at least short sleeves. Long sleeves must be rolled down and buttoned. The shirt must be tucked in to the breeches. ALTERNATIVE DRESS CODE Organising Committees may elect to adopt an alternative Dress Code for unofficial classes. If so, the following option will be available to competitors: • Competitors may compete and inspect the course without a jacket or tie, in a collared shirt with at least short sleeves, or with long sleeves rolled down and buttoned, or a polo shirt with the neck buttoned, predominantly one colour (unless provided by sponsors, organizing committees or the EWA). Both shirts and polo shirts must be worn tucked in to the breeches. • Breeches/jodhpurs of any colour may be worn, black boots or top boots must be worn. • On all occasions, riders must be neat and tidy. • Sleeveless shirts/blouses are not to be worn when jumping without a jacket. HEADGEAR AON, the brokers for insurance for Equestrian Australia nationally have advised that our insurers have imposed the following insurance requirement: “all persons on horseback at an insured club are required to wear recognized safety standards approved helmet at all times.” The onus is on clubs to comply with the insurance requirement regarding helmets. any club that allows a rider to ride without a helmet will not have any insurance cover for any claims that may arise and will be held liable. Riders are also to understand that their Equestrian Australia members insurance may be rendered void in the event of an accident/injury, wherever it may occur, if found to have not been using an approved helmet. The retaining harness must be secured and fastened. Helmets marked as follows are approved for use: AS/NZS 3838:1998 (Aust. & NZ Std); EN 1384 (European STD); ASTN F1163 (US STD). It is recommended that the helmet be replaced after a fall involving concussion, even be it momentary. SADDLERY Whips Competitors are forbidden to carry or use a whip more than 75 cm long when in competition, or jumping the practice fence. A dressage whip may be used for schooling on the flat only. Martingales Standing Martingales/Head Checks are now allowed in Equestrian Australia Jumping Events, excluding international competitions. Reins Reins must be attached to the bit/s or directly to the bridle. Gags and hackamores are allowed. Sheepskin may be used on each cheek piece of the bridle, providing the sheepskin does not exceed 3cm in diameter measured from the horse’s face. Stirrups The stirrup iron and the stirrup leather must hang freely from the bar of the saddle and on the outside of the flap. There must be no other restrictions or attachments of any kind. Spurs Only to be worn in the traditionally correct way – curve of neck of spur directed downwards • No spurs with necks in excess of 3cms long • No spurs with necks set on the inside of the heel • No spurs with rowel diameters in excess of 1cm • No spurs with roughened or cutting edges • No serrated spurs 23
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For pony classes, spurs with necks must not exceed 2cms long, and they are not to be pointed, sharp or rowelled PROTESTS • Objections addressed to the Ground Jury must be lodged in writing and accompanied by a deposit of $50.00, within the time limit as set out in the FEI General Regulations. • Objections against the eligibility of a competitor or horse must be lodged no later than one hour before the start of the competition. • Objections to an obstacle or to the length or the plan of the course must be lodged immediately after the inspection of the course and before the start of the competition. • Objections concerning irregularities or incidents during the competition must be lodged as soon as possible after the end of competition and not later than half an hour after the announcement of the results. • The period of jurisdiction of a Ground Jury extends from one hour before the start of the competition, until half an hour after the announcement of the final results. • Complaints and reports not dealt with as above, should be referred to the Jumping Committee in writing within 14 days, supported by names of witnesses and accompanied with a deposit of $50.00 DISCIPLINARY MATTERS The disciplinary responsibilities of Equestrian Australia as outlined in its Constitution, Rules, Regulations and Statutes along with those of the FEI constitute the Equestrian Australia Rules and Regulations. These disciplinary powers are in existence purely to promote and protect the welfare of horses and ponies, the integrity of our competitions and to enhance the image of our sport. The EWA Board wishes to particularly draw to the attention of the Jumping community, the following matters: PENALTIES Appropriate penalties shall be imposed in cases of infringement of the Statutes, Regulations and Rules, or of contravention of the common principles of behaviour, fairness and accepted standards of sportsmanship e.g. • An act resulting in a material disadvantage to any other person or body involved. • An act resulting in an unfair advantage to the offender. • An act involving the mistreatment of horses. • An act involving harassment of officials • An act involving the dignity or integrity of any person involved in the sport. • An act involving fraud, violence or abuse or similar criminal acts. Ignorance of the relevant articles of the Statutes, Regulations and Rules does not affect liability for actions in violation of the Statutes, Regulations and Rules. The following penalties may be imposed by the Ground Jury on competitors, owners, the person responsible for a horse, officials or any other person involved in any aspect of the event ‐ • Warning • Fine • Disqualification together with a recommendation to the Board for a period of suspension. Disqualification can be applied for a period extending from the “duration of the competition” to the “duration of the event”. 24
If the disqualification is imposed for the duration of the competition for an offence during the competition, it shall remove the competitors concerned and their horse(s), from the list of competitors and classification and will include the forfeiture of prize money won in competition. If the disqualification is for the duration of the event, for an offence during or immediately before an event, it shall prohibit the competitors concerned and their horse(s), from taking any further part in that event and may include the forfeiture of any classification or prize money already won in other competitions during that event, where this is provided for in the Rules. It is emphasized that the Ground Jury has the power to impose an appropriate fine on the spot. REPORTING UNSPORTING BEHAVIOUR In an effort to prevent the recurrence of unfortunate incidents in any EWA Jumping competition, the Committee is requesting that Unsporting Behavior Reports, with a description of the incident, be submitted to the EWA Jumping Committee by Officials involved. Reports are to be submitted by mail, e‐mail or fax within 7 days of the completed competition. Copies of these REPORT formats are available from the EWA Office.: O SWABBING All competitors are advised to ensure they are conversant with the FEI & Equestrian Australia Swabbing rules and information and also be aware of the committee’s requirement that all World Cup Qualifier winners in WA be swabbed. MICRO‐CHIPPING All existing EWA registered horses must be micro‐chipped. If registering a new horse it must be micro‐chipped with a veterinary standard chip and a bar code provided with the paperwork. ORGANISATION GUIDE TO ORGANISERS HTTP://WWW.EQUESTRIAN.ORG.AU/SITE/EQUESTRIAN/NATIONAL/DOWNLOADS/2005/JUMPING/GUIDE%20TO%
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F375%2F ALLOCATION OF FIXTURES Application for fixtures to be included in the annual Calendar of Jumping Events will only be accepted from organisations affiliated with Equestrian WA. Forms are sent to affiliated clubs of the Equestrian WA in August/September of each year, requesting their dates and draft programs for the following year. These dates are then collated and negotiations are made with the respective Clubs in instances where the same dates are requested. Any organization that has not submitted an application before the closing date, will only be allocated a fixture date at the discretion of the Jumping Committee. PROGRAMS The EWA Jumping Committee is only too happy to help organizers in any way. Event organizers are required to submit a draft copy of their schedule for comment. It is recommended that associations submit programs one month before it goes to print. For major fixtures, programs must be submitted three months before their printing deadline. This will assist in avoiding conflict of rules. 25
The Course Designer and/or Judge may also be of assistance in planning the program and it is most essential that these officials be contacted early in the season and provided with all the relevant information about the fixture to which they have been invited. CHAMPIONSHIPS Clubs are required to apply to the Jumping Committee for consideration to hold a Championship. Clubs must forward an application detailing the supporting program and allocation of prize money, 3 to 4 months prior to the show. REIMBURSEMENT FOR OFFICIALS It is very important that details of any reimbursement be arranged (and confirmed in writing) at the initial contact between the organisers and the various officials. Judges and commentators should be reimbursed at the very least, out‐of‐pocket expenses. Course Designers however, have a very demanding and tiring job involving many hours of planning even before the fixture commences. They have a very important role to play, which can make or break the event and appreciation is to be shown. As well, all other officials should have at least regular refreshments during the time they are working and their contribution to the fixture acknowledged. It is recommended that organizing committees invite a trainee Judge and a trainee Course designer to assist the designated officials so that the trainees may gain more experience. OFFICIALS, GROUND JURY For Championships and other major fixtures, there should be a Ground Jury consisting of a President (or Chief Judge) and at least one or more other officials. WITHDRAWALS/ SCRATCHINGS Entries on the day‐ competitors must notify the Organizers before the start of the competition; otherwise the entry fee will be forfeited. Entries by a set closing date ‐ competitors must notify the Organizers at least two hours before the start of the competition; otherwise entry fees may be forfeited. Under these conditions entry fees may be refunded, less a $5.00 administration fee. THE SCHEDULE Full details of competitions, the table showing the number of jump‐offs, any special rules or conditions etc., must be clearly stated. Classes of over sixty entries must be split. COMMENTATOR To promote Jumping as an exciting spectacle, a separate, knowledgeable jumping commentator should be appointed. The commentator must have direct communication with the Judge’s box and also be provided with the order of the draw, any alterations or scratching’s, course plans and full details of the competitions. It is also very important to have information on the Sponsors and persons to be thanked. 26
ARENA PARTY HELPERS A minimum of four capable people should be rostered to assist the Course Designer, for the entire time of the event. They should be strong enough to pick up rails and preferably be interested in jumping, as this is an excellent way to gain additional knowledge and experience. Also required are: • A Penciller – where possible a trainee judge or a person with a sound knowledge of jumping and who has legible writing. • A Timekeeper capable of operating a digital stop watch recording to 1/100th of a second in addition to any electronic timing. • A Marshall ‐ who must be given a copy of the draw and kept, informed of any scratchings etc • A Steward who is knowledgeable in the practice arena to ensure that practice jumps are jumped in the right direction and that all other rules are adhered to. • A Gate Keeper to open and close the gate to the arena. • A Helper with responsible to keep all officials supplied with refreshments. SCORE SHEETS All entries should be submitted and written on the Equestrian WA Official Score Books, the scorebooks are available from the Equestrian WA Office. The Penciller, or the Organiser, before the start of the competition should fill in all required details. Please ensure that all details are completed for each class at your fixture. Final results for the class should be recorded in the section provided. NOTE ‐ Score Sheets are to be returned to the Equestrian WA office, within 7 days of the event by the JUDGE. Judges please number and sign all pages of the score sheets The following information should be included: • Name of organizing body and date of fixture • Name and description of class • Placings • Prize money for each class • Name of Course Designer and Judge. • Correct registered name of horse, including any prefix. NB The Jumping Committee recognises that with the ongoing use of Global Entries it is quicker and easier to use the print outs in place of the score sheets. However, until such a time as duplicate copies can be made that include the above details, organisers should continue to use the EWA Score Sheets. DRAW • A draw for the order of starting must take place for each competition and each horse must keep to that order for any jump‐off/s. • If a competitor has more than one horse in a competition, the Organisers will adjust the starting order in such a manner that if possible an interval of at least five competitors is provided between these individual horses. This should be achieved by moving the horse concerned to an earlier position in the order of starting. • Late entries should be placed at the top of the starting order or in place of a scratching, but never amongst the last to jump. In exceptional circumstances, the Judge may alter the draw for the first round only. The original order must be reverted to for the jump‐off/s. unless the article of the competition states otherwise. 27
Prize Money Allocation PROVISION OF FIRST AID AT ALL JUMPING FIXTURES
On the 1st January 2010 the EWA Jumping Committee adopted a First Aid Policy for all EWA Jumping fixtures. "Jumping cannot start until a ‘suitably qualified first aid post’ is present on the grounds. In the event that the suitably qualified medical person has to leave the grounds, all jumping must cease until the person returns or is replaced by another suitably qualified person" A ‘suitably qualified first aid post’, means with at least one paramedic (who is capable of basic life support and able to give some medication), or level two, or above, ambulance officer, a trauma nurse may be used as long as they are approved an trauma nurse. Organising Committees are advised to use a registered operator who has their own insurance. The EWA Jumping Committee emphasise that the First Aid Policy must be adhered to in the planning and running of an event. 28
JUMPING EQUIPMENT Properly built equipment is essential for good jumping. The equipment should comprise of: • At least 50 wings and 60 rails, a small wall, brush boxes, planks and a gate (both to be used with special flat cups); pot plants and as much safe filling as possible; red and white flags with a simple and safe method of attachment, for the Start and Finish. • At least two practice fences, one straight and one spread must be provided, with if possible, a third fence of crossed rails which is to be left as such. ALL MUST BE FLAGGED. • A rope or chain to enclose the arena. • Jump Numbers including A, B and a C should be at least 25 x 25 cm. • A bell, horn or whistle for the Judge. Pooling of equipment between neighboring clubs may be arranged, to offset the cost of purchasing new items. USE OF FEI APPROVED SAFETY CUPS The FEI rules state (Art 210) that safety cups must be used under the following conditions. A spread obstacle built in such a manner that it requires an effort both in spread and in height. As support for the back pole of spread obstacles and In case of a triple‐bar to support the centre and back poles of the obstacle. Safety cups must be used in the exercise area. Only a vertical obstacle of not more than 1.50 m in height having any number of poles can with the use of FEI approved safety cups be placed over a water jump. The vertical obstacle must not be placed further than 2m from the front of this obstacle. This obstacle is judged as a spread obstacle and not as a water jump. For this reason a lath or other arrangement may not be used to define its limits. EQUESTRIAN WA EQUIPMENT Organizers are advised that two sets of first grade jumping equipment are now available for hire to affiliated Clubs. Any breakages are to be paid for. For enquires and bookings please phone the Equestrian WA Office on 9296 1200. AMENITIES FOR COMPETITORS Organisers should make sure that adequate parking, water, power and toilet facilities are provided; also stabling and/or tie‐up areas where horses will be safe and secure. 29
NATIONAL HIGH PERFORMANCE JUMPING PROGRAM
WA JUMPING HIGH PERFORMANCE 2014 EQUESTRIAN WA JUMPING STATE SENIOR SQUAD 2014
Allen, Victoria
Bolger, Caitlin
Buller, Evie
Carroll, Leon
Hovell, Rory
Isbister, Sarah
Barrabadeen Centre Stage
Danzastar
Yalambi’s Landor
MEC Privledge
Yalambi's Val D'Isere VDL & Waltzing Matilda Little Britton
March, Trevor
Holmwood River Rhani
McInnes, Chelsea
Camina II
Ozanne, Neil
Sarnia’s Noblewood Classic & Sarnia’s Noblewood Caesarno
Rowland, Alison
Bickley Brook Bella & Bickley Brook Bianca
Siciliano, Georgia
Stephen, Maddison
Sovereign’s Cessann
Barrabadeen Sir Lancelot
Tucker, Stephanie
Oaks Redwood
Waller, Tamara
Volition
Young, Pascale
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EQUESTRIAN WA JUMPING STATE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SQUAD 2014
Ahmat, Heath
Sweet As NZPH
Ahmat, Sophie
Mon Amie NZPH & Secrets NZPH
Baxter, Tahlia
Our Celtic Son
Bunning, Lucinda
Creative Talent & Fairway Park AJ
Cowcher, Annabel
Bellhaven Paris
Fletcher, Hanna
Thunder Smile & Freedom Rd
Giblett, Ashleigh
Matchbox Hero & Yalambi’s Cresecendo
Gill, Casey
Caribbean Pirate
Golisano, Sari
Valett
Hodge, Bianca
Red Boots
Long, Jordan
Melaluca
Oliver, Rosie
All Go & Empirical
Tremlett, Helen Woodbrook Royal Mail Wevel‐Pyatt, Taltarni Emerald Sinbad National Jumping Squads There are three squads selected as part of the National High Performance Jumping program: • The Normandy 2014 squad is for the combinations that have been identified as leading combinations in contention for the Australian Team for the World Equestrian Games. • The Rio 2016 squad is for talented combinations who, in principle, may not be ready for the next Major Championship, but may be ready for competition the following Olympic Games. • Selection of the National Jumping Elite Youth Squad is based on rider results from the Tekna National Young Rider Series as well as results from the State and National Championships. http://www.equestrian.org.au/?ID=33860 National Jumping Elite Youth Squad Selection Events ‐ EA Tekna Young Rider Series A two competition selection series will be conducted in each State between July 1 and December 10, where the young riders will be ranked according to their performance. The courses are mandated and must be conducted on a grassed arena. Winners of each of the ten classes receive a saddle from Tekna Saddles. At the completion of all the competitions the highest ranked rider will receive a complete Tekna package. Full criteria is available on the Equestrian Australia website.
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EQUINE WORLD LEADERBOARDS The YOUNG RIDERS Leader Board is determined on horse‐rider combinations. • A rider can compete in Young Rider classes from the beginning of the calendar year in which they turn 16 years of age, until the end of the calendar year in which they turn 21 years of age. • Younger riders will not be eligible for this Leaderboard. EWA JUMPING HORSE OF THE YEAR EWA Jumping Horse of the Year 2013 – Sarnia’s Noblewood Classic EWA Jumping Horse of the Year 2012 ‐ Phantom Vortex EWA Jumping Horse of the Year 2011 ‐ Phantom Vortex EWA jumping Horse of the Year 2010 Barrabadeen Halifax ‐ EWA Jumping Horse of the Year 2010 ‐ DVZ Fuerstin Faberge EWA Jumping Horse of the Year 2009 ‐ Sarnia Park Flaunt EFA WA Jumping Horse of the Year 2008 ‐Argyle Stables Pico Bello EFA WA Jumping Horse of the Year 2007 ‐ Sarnia Park Flaunt EFA WA Jumping Horse of the Year Final Winner 2006‐ Showametal Barrington AIM: It is envisaged that the series will act as a beneficial preparation for both horses and riders who are aiming to compete in the World Cups, Perth Royal and Patrons Cup at the end of the year by encouraging horses to comfortably move from 1.30m to 1.40+ over a pre‐arranged time frame. OBJECTIVE: To administer, along with jump clubs, up to 10 rounds of the series to be run between March and October, 2014 EVENT GUIDELINES: •
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The HOTY Class is to be run as an open class with a suggested regulation 238.2.2 Minimum prize money of $1000 per round with EWA Jumping offering support of $500 to each participating club to help run the qualifier. Clubs are encouraged to seek at least an equivalent, if not more, amount of additional sponsorship/prize money, but the class must carry the name of EWA Jumping WA Horse of the Year. The Horse of the Year classes, and the series, are considered to be most prestigious in Western Australia and clubs are asked to make sure that the classes are placed appropriately in the program, preferably between noon and 2pm, to highlight the nature of the class. Programs must be submitted to EWA Jumping a minimum of 8 weeks prior to the event. Clubs running Horse of the Year classes are required to send a show report/article to the EWA Jumping via the EWA office, within 7 days post show Points will be awarded from each round with 1st ‐ 10, 2nd ‐ 8, 3rd ‐ 6, 4th ‐ 5, 5th ‐ 4 and additionally each clear round 1 point. The winner of the leader board will be awarded a rug, trophy and prize at the annual EWA Awards night. EWA Jumping Horse of the Year Dates ‐ 2014 12, 13 April Bunbury Showjumping Classic 10,11 May WASJA 31 May,1 June Busselton Winter Classic 11,12,13 July GCEC 2,3 August Swan River Showjumping Club 16,17 August Dryandra Regional Championships 13 September Northampton Agricultural Society September Perth RAS 18,19 October Southside Jump Club November Albany EWA JUMPING YOUNG MASTERS SERIES This competition attracts children and youth to compete in an age specific series. It is envisaged that there will be 10 qualifying events throughout WA therefore encouraging metro riders to support the country events in order to gain points and at the same time giving country riders the opportunity to ride in these events without travelling to Perth. Event Guidelines: There will be three separate Saddle Plus Young Masters Series Events for 2013 •
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Saddles Plus Young Masters‐ 80cm – Riders Under 21yrs Saddles Plus Young Masters 1m – Riders Under 21yrs Saddles Plus Young Masters Junior Jumper ‐ Riders 12 ‐ end of the year they turn 18 Junior Jumper ‐ Horse and Rider must be EWA registered, beginning of the calendar year in which they turn 12 years up until the end of the year in which they turn 18 years, min height 1.00 Max height 1.15m Under 21 events are open to riders who are under 21 as on the date of the competition Horse / Rider combinations competing in Official Classes (including junior) may not compete in the 80cm Young Masters classes at the same competition. All Riders under 21 are able to compete in the YM 80cm and 1m. Junior Riders must be members of EWA Prize money for the YM 80cm and 1m qualifiers to be a maximum of 1st ‐ $30, 2nd‐ $20 and 3rd $10. Junior to the organizers’ discretion. Entry Fee YM 80cm and 1m $10. Junior to the organizers’ discretion. Points to be awarded 1st – 6 points, 2nd – 4 pts, 3rd – 3pts, 4th ‐ 2pts and 5th – 1pt. A tally of points will be advertised on the EWA website. Ribbons will be provided by each club. Programs must be submitted to the Jumping WA committee a minimum of 8 weeks prior to the event. Clubs running Young Masters classes are required to send a show report/article to the Jumping WA via EWA office, within 4 weeks post show. Winners of the leader board will receive prizes that will be provided by EWA Jumping. 2014 EWA JUMPING NOVICE COUNTRY CHAMPIONSHIPS 1. A competition for horses with less than 20 points, horses must have less than 20 points at the commencement of the first round of finals competition. 2. Qualifying competitions to be run at two heights, one at 105 to 110cm for horses with a restricted number of points, ie. 6 pts and under at 1st two venues 8pts and under for remainder of qualifiers. 2nd competition at a height of 115cm open to horses with less than 20 points. 3. All qualifying competitions to run under Table A. Either 238.2.2 or 238.2.2 & 245.3 4. Places are to be awarded down to 6th in all qualifiers. All place getters are to be invited into the final provided they have less than 20 points at the start of the first round of the Final competition. Final to have a maximum of 30 starters, EWA Jumping committee reserves the right to invite “wildcard” entries to the maximum of 30 starters provided they have completed at least one qualifying course. 5. The Final is to be run over two classes. ‐ First class of final to be run on Saturday (or day 1 of finals) as article 238 .2.2. Competitors start in drawn order. ‐ Second class starting order to be determined from points score in 1st class with last finishing to start 1st and 1st place starting last. Second class to be run under article 273.2.2.3.3.2.4.3. (ie at least 25% of competitors in 2nd round, 1st round not against the clock, 2nd round against the clock, reverse order of penalties). ‐ Both classes will have points allocated from 30 to 1 (ie 1st 30 , last 1 pt) with the championship winner being highest point score, if there is an equality of points after 2 classes the fastest time from 2nd round of 273.2.2.3.3.2.4.3 of those equalities will be declared Championship winner. There will be no jump off. Placings in the championship to go to 10th place. 6. The Club running final is welcome to provide “stand alone” prizes/money for first class of final but there is to be no individual winner or placings for second class only overall Championship winner and placings. 7. EWA Jumping committee to provide funding from levies acc. $1000 to clubs running qualifiers, $1500 for club running final. EWA Jumping committee to provide rug, garland , sash and ribbons for final. Clubs are encouraged to seek additional sponsorship/ prize money, but classes must carry the name of EWA Jumping Novice Country Championship. 34
EWA JUMPING ON FACEBOOK In early 2012 the EWA Jump Committee decided to expand its ability to communicate with members by establishing a Facebook Page. Equestrian sub‐committees in other states had established their own pages, Jumping NSW is an example and we decided to follow their lead. In consultation with Equestrian Australia (EA) and Equestrian Western Australia (EWA), pursuant to the EA Social Media Policy the page was commenced in Late 2012. Currently the Jumping Western Australia Facebook Page has 376 (Feb 2014) members. Posts are regularly updated and affiliated clubs with Facebook access can advertise events through the page. With a number of Western Australian showjumping riders currently competing overseas, the page has been invaluable in allowing travelling riders and officials to update members on their successes and experiences whilst away. The page has been an excellent communication tool for the committee and riders. Posts are regularly being seen by up to the 300 members. As more and more members discover Facebook and the Jumping Western Australia Page we believe this will become the most efficient, cost effective and simple form of quick communication between members and the committee. PATRON’S AWARD The Patron’s Award is an annual award designed to recognize outstanding personal achievement and/or contribution by one member, in each of the five equestrian sports. The respective EWA Committees’ choose the winner of the Patron’s Award. Each year, the Patron of the EWA presents a $200 cash award to each of the recipients. ERIC MARSDEN PERPETUAL TROPHY Awarded to the rider 18 years and over who gains the most grading points on any horses during the qualifying period. The qualifying period for 2012 will be from 1st November 2011 to 12th November 2012. GEORGE HALL PERPETUAL TROPHY Awarded to the rider 17 years and under who gains the most grading points on any horses during the qualifying period. The qualifying period for 2012 will be from 1st November 2011 to 12th November 2012. So please visit the website on a regular basis at ‐ www.equestrianwa.org.au 35
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