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Historic ASPCA Maclay National Championship Returns to Alltech National Horse Show

Sarah Milliren, the 2011 ASPCA Maclay National Champion - photo by Shawn McMillen

Lexington, Ky. – August 25, 2012 – The second edition of the Alltech National Horse Show in Lexington, KY, is set for October 30 through November 4, 2012. The show will once again be held at the Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park.

In addition to world-class show jumping and the country’s best and most competitive hunter divisions, the show will also feature one of the nation’s longest running and most coveted national championships, the ASPCA (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Maclay National Championship.

Over the years the ASPCA Maclay Finals have been termed the “proving ground of champions” and the ultimate test for America’s young riders. And in the case of this classic test of horsemanship skills, that’s certainly more fact than hype.

During last year’s ASPCA Maclay Finals, it was 17-year-old Sarah Milliren of Sapulpa, Okla., who took top honors. “It’s so exciting; I’m so happy,” beamed Milliren after leading the victory gallop. “For the second round I had moved down, so I knew I had to give it my all. I feel so honored to win this prestigious national championship.”

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Alltech National Horse Show Welcomes Hunter Sponsors for 2012

Katie Robinson and Rock Steady, Amateur Owner 36 & Over Working Hunter Champions with sponsor Susie Marquardt and husband Jim - photo by Rebecca Walton

Lexington, KY – August 20, 2012 – The 2012 Alltech National Horse Show, recognized as the National Show Hunter Hall of Fame Horse Show of the Year last year, returns to the Alltech Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, on October 31 through November 4, 2012.

The Hunter Hall of Fame honors were the second major award issued to the Alltech National Horse Show last year. At their annual meeting, the North American Riders Group (NARG) recognized the Alltech National Horse Show as the highest rated horse show in the United States.

“We were very proud of our efforts last year and we were delighted that our hard work was recognized by both the Hunter Hall of Fame and by NARG,” said Mason Phelps, Jr. the President of the National Horse Show Association. “For 2012, we will build on that first year success.”

This year’s show will once again feature the nation’s finest hunters in competition with the most significant amount of prize money of any show in the country. This is all made possible by the generous supporters who have stepped forward to sponsor the various hunter divisions at the Alltech National Horse Show.

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Southeast Medal Updates – 5 Weeks Away

The official countdown to SouthEast Medal Finals has officially started with only 5 weeks to go.  Entries are steadily flowing in.  Please remember to get your entries in early, as the Top 25 entries that are received by the closing date will be accepted for classes requiring qualification.

The Social Scene of SouthEast Medal Finals will jam packed, featuring the finest Southern Hospitality that Jacksonville has to offer.  A limited number of VIP tables are available by reservation only and will be complete with food and beverage service throughout the event.

Featured Hospitality:
SouthEast Equitation Championship Welcome Party, Friday evening
SouthEast Equitation Championship Champions Party, Saturday evening
SouthEast Equitation Championship Breakfast, Sunday morning

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Final Prize List Online and Ready to Print for First-Ever Southeast Medal Finals!

Jacksonville, FL – August 15, 2012 – As the time for the First Annual Southeast Medal Finals is growing near, the occupancy for hotels is rapidly increasing. The Southeast Medal Finals urges all exhibitors, spectators and supporters to begin booking their stays at hotels through www.equestriantravel.com. The three-day competition will take place on September 21-23, 2012 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center in Jacksonville, FL. The show is patterned after the successful and long-standing New England Medal Finals, giving riders in Zone 4 and Region 3, a chance to compete for the top honors in an array of classes.

The Southeast Medal Finals have taken the complexity out of arranging your stay in the beautiful city of Jacksonville. All travel arrangements can be made through www.equestriantravel.com presented by CONNECTIONS. Visit the website to see a full show schedule, as well as hotel reservations. Choose the Southeast Medal Finals link, and book your trip either online or through CONNECTIONS. The site offers several hotels of the best amenities including the Best Western Inn, Country Inn & Suites, Fairfield Inn & Suites, and the Hospitality Inn.

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Final Prize List Online and Ready to Print for First-Ever Southeast Medal Finals!

Jacksonville, FL – July 20, 2012 – The First Annual Southeast Medal Finals will take place on September 21-23, 2012 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center in Jacksonville, FL. The show is patterned after the successful and long-standing New England Medal Finals, giving riders in Zone 4 and Region 3, a chance to compete for the top honors in an array of classes. Highlights include the Southeast Junior 3′ Medal Finals and the Southeast Adult 3′ Medal Finals, the Region Three ASPCA Maclay Regionals. The Indoor show will feature hunter, jumper and equitation classes over the period of three days, with highlight classes that are sure to catch the exhibitors’ attention.

The prize list for this illustrious new show is available online! To download, go to: http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Downloads.aspx.

To request a mailed prize list please contact Susie Rindal at rindal@bellsouth.net.

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Alltech National Horse Show Prize List Now Available Online

Lexington, KY – July 17, 2012 – The Alltech National Horse Show announced today that the prize list for this year’s show is now available online at the show’s website at: www.AlltechNationalHorseShow.com.

The 2012 Alltech National Horse Show takes center stage on October 30 through November 4, 2012 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. In addition to the top rated hunters and the ASPCA Maclay National Championship, the show features world-class international, open, junior and amateur-owner jumpers competing for the biggest prize money on the United States indoor tour.

More than 560 horses and 350 riders from nine countries attended in 2011 and the show’s debut this past season will go down in the record books as one of the most successful in the history of equestrian events in the United States.

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First Annual Southeast Medal Finals Offer Spectacular Hunter and Jumper Classes for All

Jacksonville, FL – July 6, 2012 – The first annual Southeast Medal Finals is rapidly approaching this September 21-23, 2012 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center in Jacksonville, Fla. The show is patterned after the successful and long-standing New England Medal Finals, giving riders in Zone 4 and Region 3, a chance to compete for the top honors in an array of classes. The Indoor show will feature hunter, jumper and equitation classes over the period of three days, with highlight classes that are sure to catch the exhibitors’ attention.

One of the main attractions for the hunter riders will be the 2012 USHJA Zone 4 Championships. The Championships are open to children, adult and pony competitors. The competition will be fierce as the top 25 horses or ponies in the USEF Zone 4 Standings vie for the prestigious championship title. Riders will have a chance to gain bonus zone points for their efforts in the Zone 4 Championship Stake.

The 2012 USHJA Zone 4 Championships will consist of the Children’s 14 & Under Hunters, Children’s 15-17 Hunters, Adult 18-35 Hunters, Adult 36 & Over Hunters, and the Children’s Hunter Pony divisions. Medals will be awarded to first through third in all of the stake classes, with riders earning ribbons for their efforts in all other classes of the division.

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First-Ever Southeast Medal Finals in Jacksonville Proud Supporter of Wounded Warrior Project

Jacksonville, FL – May 7, 2012 – The Southeast Medal Finals is pleased to announce the event will be a proud supporter of the Wounded Warrior Project (WWP). The First Annual Southeast Medal Finals will take place on September 21-23, 2012 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Highlights include the Southeast Junior 3′ Medal Finals and the Southeast Adult 3′ Medal Finals, the Region Three ASPCA Maclay Regionals.

WWP was founded by several veterans and friends, moved by stories of the first wounded service members returning home from Afghanistan and Iraq, took action to help others in need. What started as a program to provide comfort items to wounded service members has grown into a complete rehabilitative effort to assist warriors as they recover and transition back to civilian life.

Tens of thousands of Wounded Warriors and caregivers receive support each year through WWP programs designed to nurture the mind and body, and encourage economic empowerment and engagement.

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Top Judges Named for the First-Ever Southeast Medal Finals in Jacksonville

Wellington, FL – April 26, 2012 – The First Annual Southeast Medal Finals will take place on September 21-23 2012 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Sponsors are lining up to support this great new show. Highlights include the Southeast Junior and Adult 3′ Medal Finals, ASPCA Maclay Regionals and much more.

Hunter and Equitation judges will include Kip Rosenthal, Brian Lenehan and John Roper. Allen Rheinheimer and Fred Brown will serve as jumper judges.

Kip Rosenthal is an accomplished equestrian, who has ridden and trained with such familiar names as George Morris, Victor Hugo-Vidal, Bert De’Nemethy and more. As a respected R-rated judge in both Hunter and Hunter Seat Equitation, Rosenthal has judged many of the most prestigious competitions in North America.

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Join the List of Sponsors for the Southeast Medal Finals at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center

Wellington, FL – April 17, 2012 – The First Annual Southeast Medal Finals will take place on September 21-23 2012 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Sponsors are lining up to support this great new show. Highlights include the Southeast Junior and Adult 3′ Medal Finals, ASPCA Maclay Regionals and much more.

Current sponsors include Phelps Media Group International, Horse Shows Online, Classic Company, Geddaway Farm, Equestrian Travel, Jerry Parks Insurance Group – representing Great American Insurance Group – Land Rover Jacksonville and more.

Phelps Media Group International has committed to sponsor the First Annual Southeast Medal Finals. According to President, Mason Phelps Jr., “Some years back, I founded and created the New England Horsemen’s Association Hunt Seat Medal, and served as president of the New England Horseman’s Council. Now that I’m a Floridian, I feel it is important to support the Southeast Medal Finals.”

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