We finished our second week in Gulfport and all is well.  We had a giant storm come though on Saturday and had to call the show around 1pm but the worst of the storm was north of us and today the footing was great and our Grand Prix was under sunny blue sky.

I want to thank a group of exhibitors who got together and sponsored what they called the National Hunter Classic Breakfast.  Thanks to Daniel and Cathy Geitner, Allison Black and Mark Tompkins, Fox Ridge Farm, Benny’s Wash and Fold, and Gamboa Veterinary Services. It was a great ringside treat on Friday morning for all.  The exhibitors and management say THANKS.

The $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby was won by Beleveder and Holly Shepherd.

2. Shadow Box, Lexi Mulkey

3.  Calendro, Reiner Niewisch

4. Shenanigans, Lexi Mulkey

5. Budweis’czar, Catherine Mayfield

6. Concierge, Nestledown Equine

7. Vetall, Heather Austin

8. Really Rosie, Paige Delio

9. Gramercy park, Lynn Rice

10. Tommy, Catherine Mayfield

11. APS Diamond Boy, Karen Cobb

The $35,000 EMO Grand Prix today was won by Wilhelm Genn and Happy Z.

2. Roman Saluut, Devin Ryan

3. Napal, Jay Land

4. L’etoile, L’etoile Group

5. Pako, Allison Ross

6. Triompf, Sarah Patterson

7. Jade Du Vertain, Caroline Beecherl

8. HJ El Magnifico, Eduardo Braun

9. Ultaire, Janet McCarroll

10. Merlin, Francis Lane

11. Paradox, Thomas Bruinsma

12. Winchester, Bridelbourne Stables

For complete results   www.horseshowsonline.com.

Classic Co Important Dates

June 24 – $25,000 Pony Hunter Derby/Classic – Conyers

July 21 – $25,000 Pony Hunter Derby/Classic – Charleston

September 21-23 – Premiere of the Southeast Medal Finals – Jacksonville

Nov. 16 – Adequan Pre Green Championships – Conyers

Adequan Pre Green Championship Standings – Top 6

1. Delphine, M Leffer

2. Cromwell, M Casler

3. Curious George, L Loper

4. Overjoyed, C Rheinheimer

5. Shenanigans, Lexi Mulkey

6. Muddy Waters, P Ward

The Classic Company is a USHJA Members Choice Award winner, known for producing quality, exhibitor friendly, international-level hunter/jumper horse shows throughout the Southeast US. For additional information on any of the 2012 events please call 843-768-5503 or visit www.ClassicCompany.com.

For great hotel or condo rates contact www.equestriantravel.com.

See you at the rings,
Bob Bell
The Classic Company, Ltd.
www.ClassicCompany.com
Phone/FAX:  (843) 768-5503
Post Office Box 1311  Johns Island  SC 29457