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News
Minutes of January 11 TWHBEA
The Versatility/Rules committee met on January 11, 2008 at the TWHBEA Office Lewisburg, TN. Committee Members present: Dan Starnes, Chairperson, Debbie Birk by phone & in person: Sandy Harris, Diane McMurtrey, Mary Beth Pruett & Linda Starnes. Absent Committee Members: Marietta Gambrell, Joyce Moyer, Carol Smithson, Cathy Stoops & Kathy Zeis. Also present at the meeting were Dee Dee Sale, David Pruett, and Lori Puckett.
Pleasure Horse Committee Selection The first item discussed was the selection of Pleasure Horse Committee Members & the Regulations to serve on this committee. There are no accurate records of how members were to be chosen and no real requirements for the committee. Diane basically just wanted to start from scratch in view of all the changes going on for 2008. Therefore, the following decisions were made for the Pleasure Horse Committee Members: 21 committee members are to be picked by Pleasure Horse VP The members must have served 1 year on a Pleasure Horse Sub. Committee Eventually, members will serve for 2 years & have the opportunity to serve 2 consecutive terms before having to sit off a year. For 2008 & 2009: 10 people will serve a one year term for 2008 11 people will serve a two year term for 2008 & 2009 It will be a random draw in the 21 members as to whether the people picked for the Pleasure Horse Committee will serve a one year or a two year term.
Versatility Program Program Today – We need to make sure that all requests for being entered in the Versatility Program are fulfilled. We need to promote the program & look at a plan in the future. The rules that are in the 2006 revision of the Versatility Rule Book are what the program will go by for 2008. There are a few minor typographical errors in the book, but the main program will run as listed with the requirement and rules in that book. Issues Facing the Program Marketing What to do Next & Written Rules – Versatility Book Another Rule Book printing is not an option at this time. We must find the alternatives in PDF form, or other forms that can be downloaded or put on a CD, as well as on the Website. We may not be able to write Supreme or Superior Champion Articles in the VOICE, but it is probable that we could write the article and put it on the Website. Also on the website, not all Adult Supreme or Youth Superior Horses are listed, so we need to make a call through the VOICE & through the website to contact TWHBEA with that information. Suggestion also to have in the website & VOICE: Each person that turns in a point book must submit a show bill for each horse – it will be easier for staff to record points. Also needed: rules for the program (especially the 9 events needed for youth superior) Mary Beth Pruett is in the process of writing an article that will clearly spell out qualifications for the program, as well as the FUN of being involved. Other items brought up:
Novice classes help encourage new horse & rider teams Have Versatility Classes in regular shows with a jackpot Versatility Clinics – not with paid people – regular participants come & help – bring obstacles and help people from the ground. Other ideas in the future: Possibly getting the World Versatility Champion status put on the papers – WVC Beyond Supreme or Superior – Ultimate – Super Horse Ultimate Prizes Increase Awards & the way people can receive the awards Restructuring the program with a major overhaul Possibilities of charging to be in the program – have ownership into the program and increase the awards.
Proposed Rule Changes No need to comment or add the rule for bell boots, etc. to obstacle driving and other classes since it is already in the Versatility Rule Book. When the typos are fixed, so will that confusion.
Out for Comment Period: Comments are needed for the additions and changes to the TWH over Fences to become Hunter Hack, Working Hunter, Green Working Hunter, Working Hunter and Jumping as outlined in the presentation at the 2007 December Pleasure Horse meeting.
Out for Comment Period: Jenny Jackson will be asked to supply dressage patterns that can be given at the requests by riders and show management.
Western Riding motion should be able to be commented on two different issues: #1. Add a Pattern 2 #2. Add the rule “upon a horse’s 4th simple lead change and/or failure to change leads in a western riding pattern when called for that horse is disqualified”
World Versatility Show
These decisions are still subject to change.
Location: Miller Coliseum – Daytime – during the International Date: Friday & Saturday, August 1st & 2nd (International: Wed./Thurs. July 30 & 31) The International will begin July 26th & run through August 2nd Stalls: To be handled by staff at the International (no discussion on gate fee or lack thereof) Affiliation: NHSC Judges: One judge per class - To be determined, NHSC as long as qualified – can look into alternatives for obstacle trail, reining, western riding, and jumping. Points to Count for Versatility Program: Double Point Show We want to have discussion on the a possibility of having participants that place 6th through 10th at the World Versatility Show to be eligible for 1 point as long as the participate beats 3 horses. Highpoint Categories & Awards: Youth & Adult– Highpoint $500, Neck Ribbon & Floral Horse Shoe & Cooler – Reserve can receive $250 & the Cooler (if Floral Horse Shoes & Coolers are still donated) All Around Highpoint – Tennessean Saddle if it can still be donated Trainer - $100 to the trainer with the horses with the most total points Elite Rider – Rider 60 & over with the most points to receive an award Sire Award – Plaque/Certificate for the Sire that has get with the most points Funding Sources: WE NEED HELP & everyone needs to be involved with funding sources and sponsorships. Vivacious Vic and the Dancing Diva’s – pledge form provided – can email Linda for another copy Tri Color Neck Ribbon – In honor or memory of a Horse or Person-$100 to Sponsor Neck Ribbon Ribbon Sponsor: $50 Trophy Sponsor: $50 Class Sponsor: $250 Corporate Sponsor $1,000 – Full Banner & Promotion, other promotions to be determined, possible links to website, etc. Friendship Sponsor $500 – ½ Banner & Promotion Sire Sponsor – to be determined Dan made the suggestion on the possibilities for a raffle to raise money. (His 4-H Camp committee raised $5,000 with a shot gun raffle & banquet). Diane is looking into other possibilities for goody bags & would like for everyone else to think of other places to collect items or other sources of funding. We need for anyone that comes up with ideas for funding to get in touch with Diane.
We did think of time limits for Obstacle Trail & Obstacle Driving, but decided at this time we just need to design a course that can be completed more quickly.
Volunteers: WE WILL NEED VOLUNTARY VOLUNTEERS for the course set up and for the entry office. We will see about a t-shirt, chocolates, cookies, an attitude of gratitude & a big THANK YOU!
Costs: $2,000 for Facility Affiliation & DQP fees Approximately $25 a class for ribbons Neck Ribbon - $5.00 a class Prize Money - $250 1st-$60, 2nd-$50, 3rd-$40, 4th-$30, 5th-$25, 6th-$20, 7th-$15, 8th-$10, 9th-R, 10th-R
Entry Fees: Undetermined at this time
TWHBEA 2008 World Versatility Show
CLASSES For 2008, the Rail Classes (outside of Youth Equitation & Water Glass) are basically out – the International is going to have them & we just can’t do it all this year. We have to work within our parameters of time, space and money, as well as do our best to promote Youth Participation. You will notice an increase in youth classes through more Youth Equitation & more 11 & Under classes. Hopefully, the Adult Equitation & Adult Showmanship can make a showing again in 2009.
Classes: Youth Showmanship 11 & Under Showmanship 12-17 Model Youth 17 & Under Adult Model Stallions & Geldings* Adult Model Mares and Geldings* Youth English Equitation 17 & Under No Canter** Youth English Equitation 17 & Under Canter** Youth Stockseat Equitation 17 & Under no Canter** Youth Stockseat Equitation Canter** Water Glass 11 & Under Water Glass 12-17 Water Glass Adult Trail Obstacle 11 & Under (Can allow a canter for bonus, but won’t be a DQ if they cannot) Trail Obstacle 12-17 Trail Obstacle Adult TWH over Fences Obstacle Driving Pleasure Driving Western Riding Basic Reining Barrels 11 & Under Barrels 12-17 Barrels Adult Pole Bending 11 & Under Barrels 12-17 Barrels Adult
*Adult Model Classes Participants can choose to show a gelding in either the Model S/G or the Model M/G, but not both.
** Youth Equitation Classes Participants can choose to show in either the Canter or No Canter Equitation Classes, but not both. The No Canter Equitation Classes WILL NOT count toward points in the TWHBEA Versatility Program.
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