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H. J. Fox Classics I & II
October 17 - 19, 2014
GA International Horse Park
Conyers, GA
Fox, GHJA Local, & Jockey Club TIP
Show Officials
Anne Kenan “R”; Dahlonega, GA
Diane Martin “R”; Suwanee, GA
Susan Bowen; Cumming, GA
Candy Kline; Americus, GA
Jumpers - Abby Sjoberg; Ila, GA
Show Manager: Vickie Bryans (706) 342-3029
Assistant Manager: Melody Morgan (706) 318-3052
Office: Esther Peters; Paula Vaughn; Show Office (678) 374-5900
** Fax Pre-Entries (706) 342-8894 by Wednesday MIDNIGHT prior to show **
GHJA Steward; Debby Bandy (Assistant Steward Kat Mulkey)
Announcer: Scott Smith
Medic: Randy Ross Events EMT (Assistant Medic Grady Bryans)
Veterinarian on Call: Piedmont Equine; Madison, GA (706) 752-1818
Fox Halloween Festival Schedule
Thursday: 3-6 p.m.
Optional Early Stall Set-up & Decorating
Friday
Horse Stalls Available: 10:00 a.m.
Show Office Opens: 11:00 a.m.
Ticketed Warm-up (medic on site): 11:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
(Covered Arena & Oval Arena will be closed for schooling at 6:00.)
Farrier on Call: Ben Alexander (706) 819-0153
6:00 p.m. – Covered Arena
To Order Shavings and/or Golf Carts: (770) 860-9111
701. Fox & Hound Costume Class (for your dog!) **
702. Fox & Hound Derby (crossrail speed class for you & your dog) **
6:00 p.m. – Oval Arena
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703. 5 Annual Fox Trainer’s Medal 2’6” (703a. Separately judged Flat portion) **
(To insure availability of Golf Cart, please call by Friday a.m. at 9:00.)
Show Photographer: Ali Rattazzi (678-654-3628)
Host Hotel: Hawthorn Suites; Conyers, GA (770) 761-9155
($82.50 – suite; Free Hot Breakfast Buffet)
Host Hotel: Hampton Inn; Conyers, GA (770) 483-8838
($89 - Double or King; Free Breakfast)
(706) 342-3029
Website: www.HJFoxClassics.com
Show Results: www.horseshowsonline.com
E- mail: MaloneFarmsEq@aol.com
(Cash Award – No Entry Fee!)
Saturday Halloween Schedule
(Costume Classes begin at approximately 5:30 p.m.)
Daily Division High Point Awards: Hunter, Jumper & EQ!!!
Costume Parade & Classes ** – Covered
(Division Champions Choose from Awesome Awards Table!)
704. Ages 7 & under
705. Ages 8 & 9
706. Ages 10 & 11
707. Ages 12 - Adults
Fox Hoodies, Hats, T-Shirts & V-Necks in Show Office!
Ticketed Warm-up Friday 11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
(Medic on Duty – Covered & Big Oval Schooling Closes at 6:00 p.m.)
October Show Venue: Covered Ring, Large Oval, Top Rings 4 – 7
Featuring . . .
$500 Fox Hunter Derby (2’6” or 3’)
$250 Jockey Club TIP Derby (2’ or 2’6”) *
$500 Fox Mini Prix (2’9” or 3’3”)
$250 Jockey Club TIP Jumper Classic (2’7”)
Denna Johnson Memorial Equitation Classic (2’6” or 3’) – Perpetual Trophy & Dress Sheet!
Charmed Life Memorial Crossrail Classic – Perpetual Trophy & Dress Sheet!
$250 Buck Dance Jumper Memorial (3’) – Perpetual Trophy & Dress Sheet!
Spooky Fox Single Round Classics (Winners receive Embroidered Saddle Pads!)
(* Many thanks to Kay Johnson Performance Horses for co-sponsoring the TIP Derby!)
708. Groups (2 or more; may be mixed ages; one theme)
** Must have exhibitor number from Show Office.
And then . . . Trick or Treat
around Barns on Horseback!
(“Most Festive” Barn Areas Judged 5 – 8 p.m. on Saturday!)
Fox & GHJA Recognized Divisions
The October shows are Local Member GHJA shows, and part of the 6 week-end 2014
H. J. Fox Signature Series. Every person who participates in these shows is
responsible for knowledge of & is subject to GHJA & H. J. Fox rules. The following
divisions are recognized by H. J. Fox & GHJA. Points won will count toward end of
year high score awards.
Short Stirrup Hunter 2’: Open to riders ages 12 years & under, on horses or ponies, in
their first or second year of showing over fences higher than 18” in any hunter show.
NOTE: Participation in once around-twice around or beginner & crossrail classes will not
count as part of these two years as long as the jump height does not exceed 18”. A rider on
a pony may cross-enter only into Schooling Pony (2’ only) & age group equitation. A rider
on a horse may cross-enter only into Pre-Children’s (2’6” only) and age group equitation.
Riders may enter non-recognized classes where fence heights do not exceed 2’ for ponies
and 2’6” for horses.
Short Stirrup Equitation: Open to qualified Short Stirrup riders. Fences 2’.
Schooling Pony: 2’ or 2’6”. May jump either height at the rider’s or trainer’s discretion.
Open to Junior riders only.
All Pony Distances will be measured based on a 12 foot stride.
Small Pony Hunter: 2’ (ponies not to exceed 12.2 hh) Open to Junior riders 12 years of
age or under. 14.1.1.5. Medium Pony Hunter: 2’3” (ponies over 12.2 hh, but not to
exceed 13.2 hh) Open to Junior riders 14 years of age or under.
14.1.1.6. Large Pony Hunter: 2’9” (ponies over 13.2 hh, but not to exceed 14.2 hh).
Long Stirrup Hunter 2’3”: Open to Amateur & Junior riders, 13 years of age & older, on
horses or ponies in their first or second year of showing over fences higher than 18”. NOTE:
Participation in once around-twice around or beginner & crossrail classes will not count as
part of these two years. Adult riders who are re-entering the show ring after an absence
cannot have shown over fences higher than 2’6” in the past 5 years. Riders may compete in
this division no more than two consecutive years. The two years of long stirrup eligibility
are continuous show calendar years that cannot be separated or divided. A rider may cross
enter only into Hunter divisions & age group equitation if fence height does not exceed 2’6”.
Long Stirrup Equitation: Open to qualified Long Stirrup Riders. Fences 2’3”.
Pre-Children’s Hunter: Open to Junior riders on horses or ponies; horse/rider
combination may not have competed at 3’3” or higher at any Local or Regular Member
horse show in the previous 3 years. Fence height 2’6”.
Pre-Adult Hunter: Open to Adult Amateur riders on horse or ponies; horse/rider
combination may not have competed at 3’3” or higher at any Local or Regular Member
horse show in the previous 3 years. Fence height 2’6”.
Modified Hunter: Open to all horses or ponies ridden by juniors, amateurs or
professionals. Fence height 2’9
Open Hunter: 2’6” or 3’ (horse or pony). Rider may show in either height group at rider’s
or trainer’s discretion.
Adult Amateur Hunter: 3’. Open to Adult Amateur riders on horses or ponies. A pony
ridden in the Adult Amateur Hunters may not cross enter into any Pony Hunter division or
Junior Equitation division or Junior Medal at the same show.
Children’s Hunter: 3’. Open to all horses ridden by a Junior.
Equitation 11 and under: 2’. No straight lines may be set at less than 60’.
Equitation 12 to 14: 2’6”. No straight lines may be set at less than 60’.
Equitation 15 to 17: 3’
Adult Amateur Equitation: 3’
Low Schooling Jumper: (3’ & 3’3”)
Children’s/Adult Jumper: Horses or ponies ridden by Jr. or Amt. 3’3”
High Schooling Jumper: 3’6” and higher (3’7” & 3’7” or 3’9”)
Hunter over fences classes to include minimum of 8 fences at required height judged on performance &
soundness. Under Saddle to be shown at walk, trot & canter. Light contact with horse’s mouth required;
martingales not permitted in flat classes. Equitation over fences shown over minimum of 6 jumps with at
least 1 change of Direction.
No membership or Nomination is required to participate in this show – only if yearend points are desired in H. J. Fox, GHJA, or Jockey Club Incentive Program.
Other Fox Class Descriptions:
Leadline Equitation: For earliest beginner riders – to be shown at walk on leadline. All riders receive Blue
Ribbon and special prize! May cross-enter Pre-Beginner Division.
Pre-Beginner: For early beginner riders. Coaches/handlers permitted in ring for safety if needed;
however excessive coaching may be penalized. May cross enter Leadline & Novice Walk/Trot.
Beginner Walk/Trot: For riders in 1st or 2nd year of showing (excluding Pre-Beginners). May cross enter
Novice Walk/trot, Beginner Medal, Beginner Challenges & Beginner Crossrails.
Novice Walk/Trot: Rider not to have won more than 3 Fox blue ribbons (excluding Pre-Beginner).
Adult Walk/Trot: Open to adults on horse or pony – rider may not cross-enter higher than crossrails.
Beginner Crossrail EQ: Riders in 1st or 2nd year of showing over fences. Trotting courses encouraged.
Simple changes permitted – outside 4 jumps only. May cross enter Beginner W/T & Hunter Crossrails.
Crossrail Hunter: For inexperienced riders or horse/ponies. Simple leads not to be penalized. Riders
may cross-enter Beg. Crossrails or Pre-Green & Mini Hunter Classes.
Pre-Green EQ 18” or 21” Verticals: For inexperienced riders. Simple lead changes not to be penalized.
May cross enter Crossrail Hunter or Mini Hunter & Hopeful Hunter.
Mini-Hunter 18” Verticals: Open to all riders and/or horses/ponies. Simple lead changes not to be
penalized. May also enter Crossrail Hunter or Hopeful Hunter 21” Verticals, & Pre-Green EQ if eligible.
Hopeful Hunter 21” Verticals: Open to all riders and/or horses/ponies. Simple lead changes not to be
penalized. May also enter Pre-Green EQ & Mini Hunter 18” or 2’ classes.
Schooling Hunter 2’: Open to all horses & ponies.
Baby Green Hunter 2’: Open to all horses & ponies – horse may not jump higher in same show than 2’,
except for rider’s EQ.
Open Judged Warm-ups: Open to all; may be ridden anytime as needed.
Two Jumper High Points Daily & Year-end: Low Jumper (less than 3’) & High Jumper (more than 3’)
Blue Ribbon Jumper Warm-up: May be ridden at any height (prior to your first class). (Please let gatekeeper know it’s a warm-up round when you check in. All clean jumper warm-up rounds receive a "Blue”
Novice Jumper 2’1”: Open to all horses/riders – may not cross-enter classes higher than 2’5”
Hopeful Jumper 2’3”: Open to all horses/riders.
Progressive Jumper 2’5”: Open to all horses/riders.
Training Jumper 2’7”: Open to all horses/riders.
Modified Jumper 2’9”: Open to all horses/riders
2014 Fox Medal Finals (To be held on Saturday!)
Top 10 High Point Qualifiers (plus ties) are invited to participate in the Fox Medal Finals at the October Halloween
Festival. Posted Courses will be numerically scored. Top 6 riders will be called back for additional testing. Gate Keeper
will keep list of Call Backs as courses are scored. (EXCEPTION: Both Crossrail Medals will have a Posted Test that
includes Flat Portion – they will NOT be called back for additional flatwork.) Fox Medal Finals will be pinned 1 thru 8.
Fox Equitation Medal 2’6” or 3’
Pony Equitation Medal 2’ or 2’6”
Short Stirrup Equitation Medal 2’
Long Stirrup Equitation Medal 2’3”
Pre-Green Equitation Medal 18” or 21” verticals
Beginner Equitation Medal (Posted Test including 2 Crossrails & Flat Portion)
Crossrail Equitation Medal (Posted Test including Course & Flat Portion)
A list of qualifiers will be posted on the Fox website: www.hjfoxclassics.com, and also on board in front of Show Office.
Fox Challenges
Two Fox Equitation & two Fox Hunter under Saddle Challenges will be offered. Daily Champion &
Reserves win Neck Sashes (for their horse), with 3-6 receiving regular ribbons. Year-end points accrue for
Fox members – Dress Sheet to each of the 4 year-end winners!
Fox Equitation Challenges (Saturday only): Open to all riders on horses or ponies; Hunter Ring II to be
shown at walk, trot, and canter, with testing by judge. Beginner Challenge shows at walk & trot, also with
testing by judge.
Fox under Saddle Challenges (Sunday only): Open to all horses & ponies; judged on quality of movement,
consistency & suitability as a hunter; To be shown at walk, trot, canter, lengthening of trot, hand gallop, halt
& in Hunter Ring II; Under Saddle Challenge in Beginner Ring will show at a walk & trot, and will be asked
to halt & back.
$500 H. J. Fox Hunter Derby
Round 1 (Saturday): To be shown over natural hunter course 2’6” or 3’, w/2 or more optional fences at 2’9” or 3’3”. An
in & out, bending line, & minimum 1 unrelated distance may be included. Round 2 (Sunday): Handy Hunter course 2’6”
or 3”, w/2 or more optional fences at 2’9” or 3’3”. Minimum 2 of following: trot jump; lead over jump; tight turn option;
optional approaches; halt &/or back; walk a jump. Prize money & ribbons for top combined scores. 10 entries needed to
fill. Payback: 1st - $200 2nd - $100 3rd - $80 4th – $50 5th - $40 6th - $30; For 5 – 9 entries, entry fee will be
divided in half, and class will become an addback class. Saddle Pad & Special Ribbons 1-8.
$500 H. J. Fox Mini Prix
Sunday – Preliminary Course with Jump-off. To be shown at 2’9” or 3’3” height. 10 entries are needed in order to
award $500. Payback: 1st - $200 2nd - $100 3rd - $80 4th – $50 5th - $40 6th - $30; For 5 – 9 entries, entry fee
will be divided in half, and class will become an addback class. Saddle Pad & Ribbons 1-8.
Points, Prizes & Cash Awards
All classes require a minimum of 3 entries for points to count. Special classes with cash awards must have 10 entries to
award full cash prize. If less than 10 but minimum of 5, the respective entry fee will be reduced by half, with class
becoming an add-back. A portion of entry fees & added money will be distributed among top winners. If class has
minimum of 3 (but less than 5) entry fee will be reduced to that of a normal class, & no cash will be awarded. Normal
ribbons and prizes will then apply. Entries in Hunter Derby, Mini Prix or other cash award classes must enter minimum
of one other class besides the “money” class.
Regular Classes: Ribbons 1 – 6
Champion & Reserve for all 30+ Divisions Daily (Hunters, EQ & Jumpers)
Daily Champions choose prize in show office.
Champion & Reserve in Challenges receive Neck Sashes; 3 – 6 regular ribbons.
Mini-Prix & Derby receives cash awards; Champion Saddle Pad & Special Ribbons 1 – 8.
Stabling & Schooling
Horse Stalls will be available Friday at 10:00 a.m.. Ticketed warm-up will be Friday from 11:30 a.m. – 6:30
p.m. For exhibitor’s safety a certified medic will be on site. Exhibitors may hack (only) on mornings before show.
Shavings
Horse park regulations state that all horse stalls have a minimum of 2 bags of shavings. You may bring your own,
or order shavings from Queen Sales (770) 860-9111. Golf carts may also be rented thru Queen Sales. (To
insure availability of golf cart, please call by Wednesday morning prior to show.)
Directions to GA International Horse Park: From I-20 take exit #82. At end of ramp go north on Hwy. #138
approximately 4 miles. Turn right onto Centennial Olympic Parkway. Main entrance is 2 miles ahead on right.
* Horses and Ponies may enter no more than 7 classes over fences, including equitation
& all special classes such as classics. * Riders may be disqualified due to acts of
discourtesy toward officials. * Management may restrict the courtesy circle with a
mandatory dotted line. * The three-minute rule may be put in effect at any time upon
announcement. * Hunter courses shall simulate obstacles found in the hunt field, such
as natural rails, gates, walls, etc. * Proper attire is required in all classes except warmup, when chaps or other non-standard attire may be worn. * All courses will be set on a
12’ stride. * Helmets must be worn while mounted at all times. All riders must wear
ASTM-SEI approved helmets with a properly-adjusted (snug) harness. * All dogs must
be on a leash of no more than 6 feet in length, or otherwise contained, at all times
while on competition grounds. Dog owners are solely responsible for any damages,
claims, losses or actions resulting from their dogs’ behaviors. Owners of loose and/or
disruptive dogs may be subject to penalties and/or fines. * Unlicensed drivers are not
permitted to operate motorized vehicle of any kind, including, but not limited to, golf
carts, motorcycles, scooters, or farm utility vehicles, on the competition grounds.
10 points for first place; 6 points for second place; 4 points for third place;
2 points for fourth place; 1 point for fifth place; .5 points for sixth place
*In case of a tie for Champion or Reserve Champion, award will go to the rider with the most points
over fences. Only top 4 over fences are eligible for Champion and Reserve Champion. Points for
year end awards will accumulate from riders’ date of membership. Ribbons will be given to 1st – 6th
place, and Champion and Reserve Champion will receive a ribbon and an award.
- FOX & GHJA POINTS ACCUMULATE FROM DATE OF MEMBERSHIP –
GHJA Medal Classes
Spooky Fox Single Round Classics
Embroidered Fox Saddle Pads will be awarded to the winners of 7 single round (stand alone)
classics in each ring. The classics are “Open” (like the Warm-up), and may be ridden as fence
heights allow. The Jumper Classic will be on Saturday – all Hunter Classics will be on Sunday.
Ribbons (1-6) are awarded for all of the Fox Classics.
Denna Johnson Memorial Equitation Classic 2’6” or 3’ – Sunday, October 19
Perpetual Trophy & Dress Sheet for Champion; Special Ribbons 1-8
Open to all junior and adult amateur riders.
$250 Buck Dance Jumper Memorial 3’ – Saturday, October 18
Perpetual Trophy & Dress Sheet for Champion; Special Ribbons 1-8
Open to all riders. (Trophy donated by Emily Wyatt family.)
Charmed Life Memorial Crossrail Medal – Sunday, October 19
Perpetual Trophy & Dress Sheet for Champion; Special Ribbons 1-8
Open to crossrail competitors. (Trophy donated by Chase Meadow Lane Farm.)
J. D. Pounds Junior Medal & GHJA Adult Medal: To be shown over modified jumper-type course
with minimum of 8 fences. Must include at least one oxer & one change of direction. Fences 3’.
Minimum of 3 entries must complete both phases. Minimum of 6 riders (if available) required to
show at walk, trot & canter – Flat phase counts 25%. Riders must be current GHJA members.
GHJA Pony Medal: To be shown over modified jumper-type course of at least 8 fences. Must
include at least one oxer & one change of direction. Height of fences: 2’ – smalls; 2’3” – mediums;
2’9” – large. Small ponies ridden by juniors 12 & under; Mediums by Juniors 14 & under. The GHJA
Pony Medal will run concurrently with Pony Hunter division, with flat phase following pony hunter
under saddle. The flat should have 6 riders (if available), and will counts 25%. Minimum of 3 entries
must complete both phases. Riders must be current GHJA members.
Hunter over fences classes to include minimum of eight fences at required height judged on
performance and soundness. Under Saddle to be shown at walk, trot & canter. Light contact
with horse’s mouth required; martingales not permitted in flat classes. Equitation over
fences shown over minimum of 6 jumps with at least 1 change of direction.
Blue/Red Warm ups: In the Main Hunter/EQ Ring & Hunter Ring 2, Blue/Red warm ups will replace our
usual “open judged warm ups”. Judges will score rounds numerically. Scores 77 & above will receive a
“Blue”, and 70-76 will earn a “Red”. These rounds will be “open” at heights as needed during the day.
2014 GHJA Membership Application
Renewal____
New____
Date:_____________________I am enclosing $__________ Check #_______
GHJA Membership #_________ USEF Membership # (if available)_________
Name:_________________________________________________________
Address:_______________________________________________________Ci
ty:____________________________State:_________ Zip:_____________
Date of Birth (juniors): ____/____/____
Home Phone:______________________ Cell Phone:___________________
Email Address:__________________________________________________
Trainers: Please include my name, barn name, address and work phone in the
Trainer Directory.
Trainer Directory. Barn Name: _____________________________________
Annual Membership Dues:
Family $70 2 Junior or 1 Senior & 1 Junior member.
Other Family Member____________________________________________
Senior $55 Members who are 18 yrs of age or older as of Dec. 1, 2013
Junior $45 Members who haven’t reached 18th birthday as of Dec. 1, 2013
Life $400
Sustaining $30 for non-competing members. Not eligible for awards
______________________________________________________________
Application for Horse Recording
Date:______________________ I am enclosing $ _______________
check#_____________
Horse Name:______________________________________ Sex: Mare
Gelding Stallion
Breed:__________________________ Color:
_____________________Height:__________________
Markings:_______________________________________________________
___________
Owner Name & GHJA #:___________________________________________
Address:___________________________________________________
City: ____________________ State:___________ Zip:___________
Previous Name/Owner (if applicable):______________________________
New Recording $35 lifetime recording of horse
Name Change $15 to change the registered name on a horse with an existing GHJA#
Owner Change $15 to transfer permanent ownership from one GHJA member to another GHJA member
Lease Change $15 to transfer temporary ownership from one GHJA member to another GHJA member
Georgia Hunter/Jumper Association
P. O. Box 28228
Atlanta, GA 30358
2014 Jockey Club Thoroughbred Incentive Program (TIP)
H. J. Fox TIP Classes & Awards
TIP Low Hunter Division 2’ or 2’6” (2 over fences/under Saddle)
Jockey Club TIP Hunter Derby (single round) 2’ or 2’6”
TIP Crossrail Hunter over Fences (2 over fences/under Saddle)
TIP Jumper Division 2’3”, 2’5”, 2’7”, 2’9” (TIP pinned separately)
$250 Jockey Club TIP Jumper Classic 2’7” (11.2.b)
Off the Track in Hand (Halter Class)
High Point TIP Hunter of the Show (weekend)
High Point TIP Jumper of the Show (weekend)
Eligibility: You can obtain a TIP number for your thoroughbred by going to
tjctip@jockeyclub.com. You will need either Jockey Club Registration info, (can be
from a foreign TB registry), verified Lip Tattoo, 5 –cross pedigree , or a letter of
verification from the Jockey Club.
H. J. Fox Classics – 2014
H. J. Fox Signature Series
Nomination Form – 2014
Name _____________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________
___________________________________________________
E-Mail ________________________Trainer/Barn __________________
Phone (Home) __________________Cell ________________________
Birthdate (youth) ______________Date Nominated ________________
2014 Fox Nomination $30; Horse/Pony Lifetime Recording $15; Change of
Recorded Horse Name and/or Owner $5. Points earned prior to nomination will not
count toward year-end awards. For Equitation/Medal points, rider must be nominated.
For Hunter & Jumper awards, horse & rider must be nominated.
2013 H. J. Fox Awards Banquet
January 18, 2014
Cherokee Run Country Club; Conyers, GA
GA International Horse Park; Conyers, GA
2014 Fox Series *
March 8 & 9
April 26 & 27
July 19 & 20 (Wounded Warrior)
August 16 & 17
September 13 & 14
October 18 & 19
* All Dates are Fox, Jockey Club, & GHJA Sanctioned (pending)
H. J. Fox Horse Lifetime Recording
Name of Horse__________________________________________________
RECORDED NAME CHANGE _______________________________________
Name of Fox Rider(s)______________________________________________
Breed ____________________ Sex ______ Age ______ Color __________
Name of Barn ________________________Date Recorded _______________
www.hjfoxclassics.com
(706) 342-3029
(Optional – Only for those wishing to accrue Fox year-end points.)
www.hjfoxclassics.com
(706) 342-3029