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Ashley Foster and Leena L Capture ASPCA Maclay Regional Finals at Southeast Medal Finals

Ashley Foster and Leena L. Photos by Randi Muster.

Jacksonville, FL – September 22, 2013 – The highly-anticipated ASPCA Maclay Regionals were held on the final day of the 2013 Southeast Medal Finals at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Ashley Foster of Brookeville, MD executed Allen Rheinheimer’s course flawlessly aboard Leena L, owned by KMW Ponies LLC, to take home the coveted prize out of a total of 39 riders. Her life-long friend, Haley Waters, earned the second place prize with an impressive performance with Quito, owned by Chuck and Dana Waters. Barbara Ann Merryman, who won the Phelps Media Group Junior Medal on Saturday, came in third aboard Don Stewart’s Fernway Park.

Rheinheimer built a challenging course that asked many questions of the junior riders. The first line was an oxer to an oxer going away from the in gate. A tricky forward triple bar to a natural vertical then a quieter five to a natural oxer challenged some, while fence 8, a natural vertical then an immediate rollback to fence 9 had a number of riders cutting it too close.

“I think it was an excellent course,” said show organizer James Lala.  “I think it is about precision and pace. The two things we talk about the most in riding and teaching are pace and line. I think it was the foundation of negotiating this course correctly. Having the knowledge and the experience, to know what to do and how to fix it when plan A doesn’t work, is what separates the exceptional riders from the good riders.

“The errors occurred at different places in the course, not all in one spot,” continued Lala. “To me, that is the sign of a great course designer. I think he asked many important questions in this course. HIs use of oxers, natural hunter-type jumps, jumper-style jumps, the fill, the flowers, the turns and the use of the islands is brilliant. Allen is a master course designer. He asks the right questions, at the right level.”

“It was difficult,” said Foster about the course.  “My horse rides more like a jumper and this was more like a jumper course, which played to my advantage. I know her and I knew she would jump the triple bar really big so I stayed out and I did the six to the five and it made the five easier.” From fence 8 to fence 9 Foster also stayed out and did it in seven instead of six.

Foster’s mother Patty Foster is a trainer and runs Rolling Acres Farm in Brookeville, MD with her sister, Mary Lisa Leffler, who also rides and trains. She rides with Bobby Braswell and Courtney de Hechavarria for equitation.

“I had a pretty good week. We came here last year and we came back. I’m glad it went well. I’m glad I made it to Kentucky.”

Haley Waters and Quito
Haley Waters and Quito

“I had a different plan going in than what happened,” said Waters, the daughter of Dana and Chuck Waters of Waterworks Farm in Ocala, FL. “I had to make some adjustments. But he (Quito) went great. There was the forward five and I ended up staying out and doing six and he was really good. It rode a lot smoother in six. I’m excited. I did better than last year. I’m happy.  I like to thank my parents and my trainer, Daniel Damen.”

Foster and Waters have known each other all their lives. “They have been together since they were a year old at the horse shows,” said Dana Waters, about the top two finishers. “Same babysitters, same birthday parties – to see them together now is really fun.”

Earlier in the day, Gallant, owned and ridden by Millie Russell, won the SEMF Adult Hunter Classic with smooth and rhythmical performance over the beautiful hunter course in the indoor arena.  The pair also won the Adult Amateur 36+ Hunter Stake. Don Perignon, owned by Castlewood Farm and ridden by Barri Plant, earned the second place prize. The pair had a great show, also winning the Adult Amateur Hunter 18-35 Stake.

The win of the SEMF Children’s Hunter Classic went to Carriage Hill Farm’s Lavish, ridden by Jia Meininger. The pair also won the Taylor Harris Medal and the Children’s Hunter Stake 14 and under. Bismark, owned by Harriet Schiele and ridden by Marissa Damone, earned the red ribbon. The pair also won the Children’s Hunter 15-17 Handy and the Under Saddle.

Lavish and Jia Meininger
Lavish and Jia Meininger

The Southeast Medal Finals was a huge success with increased entries and interesting new classes and divisions.

“We plan on tweaking a few things,” said organizer Bob Bell. “But the core of the show is really going in the right direction. We want to thank all our competitors, parents, trainers and sponsors for another great Southeast Medal Finals. We look forward to next year!” Lala and Bell and his Classic Company created the show in 2012 and experienced 100 percent growth in its second year.

“I have been asked why we don’t make it a 3′ medal and not allow the 3’6″ kids to go in Phelps Media Group Junior Medal,” said Lala. “A novice rider that rides the same course as, perhaps, the winner of the Maclay Regionals is not only watching the more experienced rider, but they are executing the same course, the same track, at the same height.  They get to see the difference in the smoothness and the intricacies in the same course they ride. This format is a much more profound learning experience.

“We would love to see the Adult divisions grow,” continued Lala.  “I have some ideas, such as higher jumps, so when you’re done with your junior equitation horse you don’t necessarily have to get rid of him. The last junior year is not the end of riding. There is so much more to learn.”

The dates for next year’s show are: Sept. 18-21, 2014.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
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Barbara Ann Merryman Pilots El Paso to Victory in the Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal

Barbara Ann Merryman and El Paso. Photos by Randi Muster.

Jacksonville, FL – September 21, 2013 – The third day of the 2013 Southeast Medal Finals was another busy day at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. Highlights included the Children’s Adult Jumper Championship, the Phelps Media Group Junior Medal with an astounding number of entries in its second year – over 60 entries, and the Southeast Adult Medal Final.

For the second year in a row, Dr. Juan Gamboa and his incredible horse, Partizan, captured the lead of the World Cup format competition. Gamboa had much to celebrate as it was also the anniversary of his wedding to his wife, Jennifer.

Gamboa bested the tough competition by carrying only 2.5 faults throughout the three rounds. Round three was open to the top 15 riders in rounds one and two and included two trips around the course. Faults were added throughout the rounds. Barri Platt and Vicky were second with only 3.5 points out of the three rounds and Meghan Flanagan and Revelation were third, carrying only 5 points over the course of the three rounds.

“He’s a magician; he’s unbelievable,” said Gamboa. “He’s 23; he’s the oldest horse here and I am the oldest rider! He liked it; he enjoyed himself.”

To keep Partizan sound and happy, Gamboa says he gives him lots a love, good food and three months off in the summer. “Last time I showed him was in June. He was ready to come here. He knows his job. He wants to go clean and he wants to go fast. He’s a good boy.”

Juan Gamboa and Partizan
Juan Gamboa and Partizan

Gamboa trains with Daniel Geitner in Aiken, SC and Derek Peterson is schooling him here at Southeast Medal Finals. “I have a lot support. I cannot believe I beat all these kids!”

For the Southeast Adult Medal Finals, and the Phelps Media Group Junior Medal Finals, there was a panel of four judges, which included Tony Sgarlatti, Linda Andrisani, Jennifer Drahan and Molly Flaherty. The four judges scores were averaged for each round, then the two round scores were averaged to determine the final score.

For both classes, Allen Rheinheimer built a course that provided many options for the horse and rider pairs. There were opportunities to take an inside track and make tight rollbacks or to go around and for easier approaches. A forward five going away from the in gate kicked off the first round of both classes and required that a good pace be established to begin the course.

Ten riders competed in the Southeast Adult Medal first round. Four were asked to return for a second round. Lindsay Tomeu aboard Siboney Ranch’s Take Note earned an average score of 76.99, which landed the pair in second place. Samantha Senft and Whisper VDL, owned by Pursuit Farms LLC, scored a 69.16 for fourth place.  Audrey Gallagher and Alexander Worthington’s Romina 58 were third with a score of 75.66. Emily Jones piloted Califernia, owned by Donald Stewart, around the course, putting in a smooth and flawless performance earning them an average score of 78.33 and the victory gallop.

“I grew up with Jen (Miller) riding as a junior,” said Jones. “After I graduated college, I kind of stopped riding a little bit and have just been riding every now and then. I hadn’t ridden in six months until this week. We called Don (Stewart) and we said, ‘Don, we want to go to this horse show.’ So he said, ‘Sure, take this horse; he’s awesome.’ I rode him, took him, I’ve been practicing all week. Showed up and he has been amazing, to say the least. He is a good, good horse. He has taken good care of me and I have had a blast. I’m going to keep riding and showing as much as possible. Hopefully, one day I’ll get back to more consistently riding and showing.”

Bob Bell and James Lala added a new class that provided some good fun and comedic relief in between rounds of the Southeast Medal Finals – the Parent Lead Line Class.

Junior riders were encouraged to have a little fun and embarrass their parents for a good cause. All proceeds from the entry fees went to the show charity partner, Unbridled Warriors, equine assisted programs for military and first-responders.

“A member of our PR team, Mary Adelaide Brakenridge, came up with the concept,” said Lala. “We all loved the idea and ran with it. Everyone gathered around to watch the class. We laughed so hard we cried, especially when it came to awarding the creative categories. Don Stewart is such a great sport and his sense of humor is infectious!”

The Phelps Media Group SEMF Junior Medal had 63 entries, a significant increase over last year. Rheinheimer’s course provided the riders with options to showcase their strengths.  Twelve junior horse and rider combinations were asked back for the second round.

Meghan Flanagan and Thrift Shop
Meghan Flanagan and Thrift Shop

Meghan Flanagan, riding Fairfield Farm’s Thrift Shop, was the first rider to break the 80 mark in the second round, with an average score of 82.56. Her score would stand as the leader until Brett Burlington and Sunman had their second to last round. The pair scored an average score of 82.68 for their two rounds.

Then, last to go, Barbara Ann Merryman and Don Stewart’s El Paso edged Burlington out of the top spot with an average score of 85.68.

Merryman, who is studying at Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth, lives in the Baltimore area and trains with Kimberly Stewart. They contacted Don Stewart (no relation) to help them find a horse to ride in the Regionals on Sunday. They tried two horses.

“I rode El Paso and he was fabulous,” said Merryman.

“He’s young but he’s nice; he never looks at anything,” added Stewart.  “He just goes right around. I thought the courses were awesome. You had options but he has a big stride so we had a lot of choices we could make. Thank you to Don because he’s been a huge supporter with equitation horses.”

“And congratulations to Don for his win in the Lead Lines,” joked Merryman.

On Sunday the Southeast Medal Finals continues at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center with Children’s Hunters, Adult Hunters the SEMF Adult Hunter Classic and the highlight of the day, the highly-anticipated ASPCA Maclay Regionals.

Special thanks to Dressage Collection with fine handbags and accessories for sponsoring the Southeast Medal Final. Each piece from Dressage Collection is meticulously hand made in Italy and uniquely designed to incorporate classic equestrian style. Please visit them online at http://www.DressageCollection.com.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Jordan Coyne and Cordovo Make It Look Easy Winning the $25,000 Land Rover Jacksonville Grand Prix

Jordan Coyne and Cordovo. Photos by Carrie Wirth.

Jacksonville, FL – September 20, 2013 – The second day of the 2013 Southeast Medal Finals at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center was action-packed from morning to evening with great show jumping competition. Highlights of the day included the $25,000 Land Rover Jacksonville Grand Prix, the final rounds of the Developing Sport Horse division, the EMO Championship and the $5,000 Junior Amateur Classic.

For the inaugural $25,000 Land Rover Jacksonville Grand Prix, Allen Rheinheimer built an impressive and technical course that challenged the horse and rider’s ability to jump and turn, lengthen and shorten. Of the 23 horse and rider combinations, only three progressed to the jump off round. First to go, Jordan Coyne and Cordovo were clean in the first round and earned the right to return for the jump-off. Coyne won the $5,000 Southeast Medal Finals Welcome Stake on Thursday night aboard her other mount, Lazaro.

Thirteen rounds later, Daniel Damen and Mr. and Mrs. Chuck Waters’ Quintus 66 were the second to leave all the jumps intact. Immediately following Damen’s round, Kaely Tomeu and Siboney Ranch’s Kalle also had a fault-free round.

Coyne was first in the order and first to go in the short course. Her round aboard the younger of her two horses was fast and clear. Neither Damen nor Tomeu could best her performance and she maintained the lead that earned her the victory gallop.

Daniel Damen and Quintus 66
Daniel Damen and Quintus 66

“He’s an eight-year-old and I got him when he was six,” said Coyne about Cordovo, whom her trainer Derek Peterson found in Germany. “He’s a Holsteiner by Contender. He was doing 1.20m when I got him and just kind of brought him up through the ranks and he’s been doing grand prix for a year now. He’s consistently clean. He just tries super hard every time. He’s just and awesome horse to have.”

“I went first and I thought it (the course) rode nice,” Coyne said. “It rode exactly how we walked all the lines – I thought they rode really well. Overall, I thought it was a great course.”

“I wanted to try to go fast,” she said about her jump-off round. “I think I could have been a little bit faster. Going clean – I put the pressure on the other two to go clean. So overall I think we did the plan. Great show! We appreciate Land Rover sponsoring.”

“It’s fun to have a horse that we’ve developed and he’s gone consistently clean in grand prix,” said Coyne’s trainer, Peterson. “He’s only 8. He jumped clean in several grand prix as a 7-year-old. He was bought as a sales project. It sure is fun to have one like this that comes along and does this. I’m so proud of Jordan. It wasn’t her type of horse to start with because she’s used to one that had a whole lot of motor dragging her around. Now this one – you’ve got to ride with some leg and she’s learned how to ride both now. It’s a big accomplishment to ride two opposite horses and do well on both of them.”

The final two classes of the Developing Sport Horse division kicked off the day’s competition in the indoor arena on Friday. The second and third rounds of the division were awarded to Carracci Blue, owned and ridden by Christina Kelly. The pair earned scores of 92 in the first class and 89 in the second; they did not compete in round one on Thursday.

Round one’s winner, Little Zegg and Silvio Mazzoni, earned second place with their score of 84 in the second class Little Zegg had a rail and ended up in third place. Tempting, owned by Loretta Patterson and ridden by Danielle Grice of Northfield, MN, earned second place.

The Developing Sport Horse division championship was determined by averaging the scores of the rounds. Temping and Danielle Grice earned the championship with and average score of 83.

“I think it is a great idea,” said Grice about the judged young jumper division. Grice is Holly Shepherd’s assistant trainer at Accolade Farm in Grand Bay, AL. “I would love to see the judges’ cards to see where the points came from. It’s good to know. That horse is from Argentina; he came out of the Henry Jota’s sale as a three-year-old; we bought him two years ago and he’s by Indoctro. He’s been really easy. He was second in all three rounds – just very consistent. He’s been a really fun horse to bring along.”

In the EMO Championship, 41 top junior riders competed over Rheinheimer’s winding 3’3″ course. The top twelve were asked back for the flat phase, then four of those riders were selected for more testing over fences. Claudia Billups and Warran, Ashley Foster and Leena L, Haley Waters and Quito and Molly Dinapoli and Vasco all returned for the final phase. The four riders were asked to canter two jumps, trot one, canter another, and halt without stirrups.

Haley Waters and Quito
Haley Waters and Quito

Waters’ performance aboard Quito was smooth and stylish and earned her the win of the class.

“They really have to want to be equitation horses because it is a hard life,” said Haley’s mother, Dana Waters. “He is – no lunge- no practice. He was meant to do this in his life. Daniel Damen is who has been training Haley and I think that Haley is going to send him a thank you note for all the no stirrup work this summer.”

“I have had him since the end of last year,” said Waters, who is 17, in her senior year in high school and has one more year as a junior rider. “He’s such a good boy. He’s been great for me. He’s never done anything bad. He doesn’t need any prep at all. You just take him out of the stall and go. It’s so nice to have one that’s so brave at the jumps and so easy going for a class inside with jumper jumps. I think it’s great that they have a grand prix here now.”

For the $5,000 Junior Amateur Classic, Rheinhiemer built an impressive 1.35m course that and produced only a handful of clean rounds. In the end it was Ashley Foster aboard Indy who seized the first place prize.

“We bought him form Jason Berry about a year ago,” said 17-year-old Foster about her horse Indy. Foster traveled to SEMF from her home in Maryland. She trains with Bobby Braswell in the equitation. “I took him all last year and did the high juniors. He’s very fast.” This is Foster’s last year as a junior and she plans to go to Auburn to ride with the equestrian team.

Southeast Medal Finals returns on Saturday with three rings of more exciting show jumping. Highlights include the SEMF Hunter Classic, The SEMF Amateur Owner Classic, The final championship round of the Child/Adult Jumpers, the Phelps Media Group SEMF Junior Medal and the SEMF Adult Medal.

To learn more about Southeast Medal Finals, visit www.southeastmedalfinals.com.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Jordan Coyne and Lazaro Carve Speedy Turns to Win Southeast Medal Finals $5,000 Welcome Stake

Jordan Coyne and Lazaro. Photos by Randi Muster.

Jacksonville, FL – September 19, 2013 – Southeast Medal Finals got underway with entries doubled over last year’s attendance. The Jacksonville Equestrian Center was abuzz with activity, with equitation and jumper classes featured in the indoor arena.

For the Southeast Medal Finals $5,000 Welcome Stake, 26 horse and rider combinations tried their hand at course designer Allen Rheinheimer’s course. Ten completed the course with faultless rounds to return for the jump-off.

First in the order, Daniel Damen and Quintus 66, owned by Chuck Waters, had a clear opening round and progressed to the short course. He finished clean with a time of 30.659, establishing the time to beat. Then, Kaely Tomeu and Kalle, owned by Siboney Ranch, also left all the rails in their cups in the jump-off round and broke the beam at 30.858. The effort would eventually earn the pair fifth place.

Jordan Coyne and her own Lazaro produced the next faultless first round. Coyne and her big Belgian Warmblood Lazaro sped through the short track, made tidy inside turns and saved time throughout the course, laying down a time of 27.692.

Silvio Mazzoni and Terra Honero, owned by Jessie Mazzoni, were the next to progress to the jump-off round. The pair successfully performed inside turns, were fast, but not fast enough to beat Coyne and Lazaro. Mazzoni completed the jump-off in 27.94.

Liza Finsness and her second mount in the class, Ormsby Hill, and Christy Israel and Cracky Z both were double clear but posted jump-off times of 32.674 and 34.134 respectively, eventually earning them sixth and seventh place.

Coyne returned on a second mount, Cordovo, and attempted to beat her own time. The duo was clean, but came in at 28.898 putting them behind Mazzoni in third. Coyne and Lazaro’s time would stand as the speediest and the pair captured the win.

“Lazaro is 13. I’ve had him for six years and he is the best horse I could ever ask for,” said Coyne, a 22-year-old from New Port Richey, FL, who has trained with Derek Peterson since she was about 15.  “He wants to win. He knows his job and he knows when he goes in the ring that it’s time to work and he’s all business. It doesn’t matter if you’re in an indoor or out in a big field; he jumps the same every time.”

“I think this is a great show,” she said. “I rode in this ring several years ago. I think this is a great facility and I’m really excited that there’s a show here because it is close to home.”

The Developing Sport Horse division, presented by Team Rakowsky, kicked off today. The first class of 4- and 5-year-olds competed over a 1.10m and 1.15m course. The division was inspired by European-style classes in which young jumpers are judged on their athletic potential.  Horses are judged on style, presentation, rideability and their potential to represent the United States in future international competitions.

For scoring, all horses start with 60 points. The judges and course designer determined the course’s optimal time with a time allowance of 8 seconds below and above the optimal time.

Then, the judges awarded 1-10 points for style – jumping technique, presentation – fitness, condition and expression, rideability – smoothness, leads and appropriate striding.

Then points are taken away for faults: 5 points per knock down, 20 points for a refusal and 2 points for each second above and below the time allotment.

Little Zegg and Silvio Mazzoni
Little Zegg and Silvio Mazzoni

In the first leg of the division, Little Zegg, a Dutch Warmblood mare owned by Jessie Mazzoni and ridden by Silvio Mazzoni, was awarded 88 points from the judges to win the class.

“She belongs to my wife, but I am riding her,” said Silvio Mazzoni whose wife, Jessie Mazzoni, is pregnant. The Mazzonis hail from Reddick, FL. “We owned her mother, Zegg, who was by Indoctro and this mare’s sire is Coconut Grove. I think the Developing Sport Horse division is a really good idea. I don’t want to ride my young horses in a speed class. This is so much better for bringing them along.”

Additional horse and rider pairs had the opportunity to qualify for the Phelps Media Group Junior Medal Finals and the Southeast Adult Medal Finals. Molly Dinapoli earned the blue ribbon aboard Vasco, owned by Michael Kirby. Meghan Flanagan and Fairfield Farm’s Let’s Dance were second and Bailey Brasington was third aboard William, owned by Donald Stewart. All three train with Bibby Hill and Don Stewart. Emily Jones and Don Stewart’s Califernia and Megan Sullivan and Tanks a Million were first and second in the Adult qualifier.

Southeast Medal Finals returns on Friday with more show jumping action including the final two classes of the Developing Sport Horse division in the morning, jumper and equitation classes in the indoor arena and hunters in Ring 1. The not-to-be-missed highlight Friday evening will be the $25,000 Land Rover Jacksonville Grand Prix.

To learn more about Southeast Medal Finals, visit www.southeastmedalfinals.com.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Southeast Medal Finals Kicks Off on Thursday, September 19 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center

Liza Finsness and Fidelio.

Jacksonville, FL – September 18, 2013 – In its second year, Southeast Medal Finals A-rated horse show will blast off on Thursday, Sept. 19 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center.

An expanded schedule includes even more exciting show jumping action including the $5,000 Welcome Stake on Thursday and the $25,000 Land Rover Jacksonville Grand Prix on Friday.

Talented junior riders will vie for the Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals and the ASPCA Maclay Regional Championships and adult equitation riders will attempt to capture the Southeast Adult Medal Finals.

The new Developing Sport Horse Division, sponsored by Team Rakowsky, European-style judged event will showcase young jumper talent.

Southeast Medal Finals will offer a full array of hunter and jumper classes and divisions.  And for fun, parents hop on board and compete for prizes in the Parent Lead Line class.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Team Rakowsky Presents Developing Sport Horse Division at This Year’s Southeast Medal Finals

Ivan Rakowsky of Team Rakowsky.

Jacksonville, FL – September 12, 2013 – Next week’s Southeast Medal Finals will mark the exciting debut of the Developing Sport Horse Division, thanks in part to the generous sponsorship of Team Rakowsky Equestrian LLC.

The brand new division is based on European-style classes in which young jumpers are judged on their athletic potential. During the inaugural division at this year’s Southeast Medal Finals, to be held September 19-22, 2013 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center, horses will be judged on style, presentation, rideability and their potential to represent the United States in future international competitions.

Choosing to sponsor the first Developing Sport Horse division was an easy decision for Ivan Rakowsky and his Team Rakowsky Equestrian LLC. With locations in Wellington, FL and Lexington, KY, Team Rakowsky specializes in importing, preparing and selling quality hunters, jumpers and equitation horses. Rakowsky, Arly Golombek and everyone at Team Rakowsky are committed to the development of quality young horses for the betterment of the equestrian sport.

“To me, it is just so important to support, as much as we can, any program that develops young horses. Anything that we can do to help the breeding and the development of young horses for the sport in the United States we are 100 percent behind,” Rakowsky said.

Rakowsky continued: “We’re very interested in doing the same with our own young horses – developing them the right way and trying to get them as far as they can get in the sport.”

As a rider, Rakowsky was successful at the grand prix level, competing in numerous international show jumping competitions as well as Nations Cups in Florida and South America. He served as Chef d’Equipe for the Mexican International Show Jumping team, and he continues to coach top grand prix competitors. Rakowsky has also achieved success working with NAJYRC medalists, hunter champions and medal finalists, making him a respected coach, trainer and horseman around the world. To learn more about Team Rakowsky, visit www.teamrakowsky.com.

To learn more about Southeast Medal Finals and the Developing Sport Horse Division, visit www.southeastmedalfinals.com or contact James Lala at: (561) 906-6668 or jdlala@aol.com.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Emily Riden for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Southeast Medal Finals Organizers Set the Stage for Fun Times with New Parent Lead Line Class

Juniors are encouraged to engage their parents in the show experience. Proceeds from the class go to veteran and first responder equine therapeutic organization, Unbridled Warriors.

Jacksonville, FL – September 11, 2013 – This year’s Southeast Medal Finals, to be held Sept. 19-22, 2013 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center, offers an impressive line-up of equitation finals and new competitive hunter and jumper divisions and classes. In its second year, the innovative show has added a new class that is sure to be a high point and provide some good fun and comedic relief – the Parent Lead Line Class.

Junior riders are encouraged to bring their parents to vie for the top honors as well as additional awards in fun categories including the Most Confident, Most Likely to Turn Professional, Best Outfit, Most Terrified and Most Medicated.

“A member of our team mentioned that she had participated in similar classes with her father when she was younger and that they both had a blast with it,” said James Lala, who partners with Bob Bell and Classic Company to produce the Southeast Medal Finals. “I think it will be a great way to get the parents even more involved while also providing a fun opportunity for them and the junior riders.”

One of the masterminds behind the class, Mary Adelaide Brakenridge, added: “They’ll be competing right in the main coliseum at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. It really gives non-horsey parents a chance to share in the fun, show them what it’s like in the show ring, and rewards them all for their efforts.”

Parent Lead Line is open to parents of junior exhibitors. Junior exhibitor (under 18) must lead the parent on horseback. Parents must wear an approved helmet and suitable shoes. Creativity is encouraged. All proceeds generated from this class will be donated to Unbridled Warriors, equine assisted programs for military and first- responders.

The inaugural Southeast Medal Finals Parent Lead Line Class will be held on Saturday, September 21, following the completion of round one of the Phelps Media Group Southeast Medal Finals.

In addition to the Parent Lead Line Class, added to this year’s Southeast Medal Finals line-up are the $25,000 Land Rover Jacksonville Grand Prix and the Developing Sport Horse Division, sponsored by Team Rakowksy.

Get your entries in on time! Click here for Equestrian Connect. Equestrian Connect is the Southeast Medal Finals and Classic Company’s Official Service Provider and allows exhibitors to store their data one time, on the web, and then use that data to automatically fill out hunter/jumper entry forms across the country.  The service offers a free 45-day trial period for new members.  At the conclusion of the trial period, Equestrian Connect offers an annual subscription, or a “pay as you go” service. The service allows exhibitors to save both time and money.  This is the one-minute online entry service that will help you get your entries in on time and get you to the show.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Emily Riden for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Get Your Entries In for Southeast Medal Finals Featuring New Classes Divisions and Finals

Meg O’Mara demonstrates her winning style at the 2012 Southeast Medal Finals aboard Vancouver. Photo by Flashpoint Photography.

New at Southeast Medal Finals – EMO Equitation Championship

Jacksonville, FL – August 28, 2013 – The Southeast Medal Finals received high praise following the show’s inaugural year in 2012, and this year Southeast Medal Finals management is pleased to announce the addition of new and exciting classes, divisions and finals. Among this year’s added highlights is the EMO Equitation Championship, presented by The EMO Agency, Inc. The EMO Championship will be held on Friday, September 20, during this year’s show, running September 19-22, 2013.

The popular show, held at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center, attracts some of the country’s top junior riders and trainers, and this year juniors are invited to enter the EMO Equitation Championship. Riders competing in the EMO Championship will be judged over 3’3″ fences and scored numerically. At the judge’s discretion, riders may be called back for a second round of testing.

In addition to the EMO Championship, show management is also excited to have added the $25,000 Land Rover of Jacksonville Grand Prix, as well as the Developing Sport Horse Division sponsored by Team Rakowsky. This new division is inspired by European-style classes in which the horses are judged on their athletic potential to be top contenders in the future of the sport. Horses in the Developing Sport Horse classes will be judged on style, presentation, rideability and their potential to eventually compete at the grand prix level.

“Speaking for all of us involved with The Southeast Medal Finals, and thanks to Land Rover of Jacksonville, EMO, Team Rakowsky and all our sponsors, we’re extremely excited to be able to offer these new classes and divisions,” said James Lala, who has partnered with Bob Bell and Classic Company to bring together this year’s Southeast Medal Finals. “Especially with these new offerings, we’re able to provide top of the line competition for everyone.”

Entries for the Southeast Medal Finals are due Friday, August 30, 2013. Visit www.southeastmedalfinals.com to learn more.

Get your entries in on time! Click here for Equestrian Connect. Equestrian Connect is the Southeast Medal Finals and Classic Company’s Official Service Provider and allows exhibitors to store their data one time, on the web, and then use that data to automatically fill out hunter/jumper entry forms across the country.  The service offers a free 45-day trial period for new members.  At the conclusion of the trial period, Equestrian Connect offers an annual subscription, or a “pay as you go” service. The service allows exhibitors to save both time and money.  This is the one-minute online entry service that will help you get your entries in on time and get you to the show.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Jacksonville Convention and Visitors Bureau Welcomes Southeast Medal Finals

Jacksonville, FL – August 23, 2013 – The Jacksonville Convention Center and Visitor’s Bureau is pleased to welcome and sponsor the prestigious Southeast Medal Finals back to the Jacksonville Equestrian Center, September 19-22, 2013. This year’s USEF “A”-rated horse show is again hosting the ASPCA Maclay Regionals, the Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals, the Southeast Adult Medal Finals, the $25,000 Land Rover Jacksonville Grand Prix and more.

Following last year’s inaugural show, the event was met with rave reviews from several of the nation’s top riders and trainers. The Jacksonville Equestrian Center provided, and continues to provide, a premier equestrian facility for the competition.

“Jacksonville is excited and honored to once again host the Southeast Medal Finals in our beautiful and state-of-the-art Jacksonville Equestrian Center,” said Paul Astleford, CEO and President of Visit Jacksonville and the Beaches. “This premier equestrian facility is the perfect place for the South East Medal Finals 2013, welcoming some of the best athletes in the region and we, as a destination, are thrilled to get the chance to showcase the best of our vibrant and eclectic ‘River City by the Sea.'”

The Jacksonville Equestrian Center features a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings, top of the line footing, 500 permanent stalls and a network of adjacent trails, available to explore and enjoy for a casual hack during horse show down time. When not at the horse show, trainers, riders and their families can enjoy all that Jacksonville has to offer.

“Jacksonville is a natural water wonderland with so many fun family attractions, beautiful beaches, extensive parks, historic neighborhoods, great dining and unique sites; we truly hope all the competitors – and their families – get a chance to explore it all and come back for more,” said Astleford.

The Jacksonville Equestrian Center is centrally located for USHJA Zone 4 and Region 3 competitors, and it also attracts a wonderful fan base from the surrounding area.

“Jacksonville is a great equestrian destination, not just because the Jacksonville Equestrian Center is one of the best of its kind, but because the local fan base makes every event an exciting one for competitors. We truly cannot wait for the Southeast Medal Finals 2013,” said Robin Wright, National Sports Account Executive for Visit Jacksonville, a key Jacksonville liaison for organizers of this event.

Wright continued: “We are thrilled to once again to partner with organizers to bring this event to Jacksonville and see it become one of the top events for riders and their trainers in the nation. We look forward to many more years of partnership!”

Click here to learn more about the Jacksonville Convention Center and Visitor’s Bureau and all that Jacksonville has to offer.

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The Southeast Medal Finals is held at one of the premier equestrian facilities on the east coast, the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. The centrally located complex includes a network of adjacent trails, available to explore and enjoy for a casual hack during horse show down times. With some of the top junior riders in the country competing, Southeast Medal Finals is the perfect preparation for the fall indoor circuit. To learn more about Southeast Medal Finals, check out www.southeastmedalfinals.com.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com

Prize List Now Online for 2013 Southeast Medal Finals

Margaret Collins won the 2012 Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals.

Jacksonville, FL – August 14, 2013 – The Southeast Medal Finals management is cooking up a fantastic show this year. The show will run from September 19-22 at the Jacksonville Equestrian Center in Jacksonville, FL.  In addition to the featured Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals, Southeast Adult Medal Finals and ASPCA Maclay Regionals, this year the show will premiere the all-new, European style Developing Sport Horse Division and a $25,000 Grand Prix on Friday night. Exhibitors and spectators can expect fun, great competition and high-octane hospitality.

Click here for the prize list, entry forms, schedules and more.

Book your reservations today at the Southeast Medal Finals Partner Hotels:

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott
561 Chaffee Point Blvd.
Jacksonville, FL  32221
Click here to visit hotel web site.
904-693-4400

If booking directly with this establishment, please use the discount code shown below to obtain the discounted price for this event.
Discount code: SMFSMF

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
537 Chaffee Point Boulevard
Jacksonville, FL   32221
Click here to visit hotel web site.
904-652-2782

If booking directly with this establishment, please use the discount code shown below to obtain the discounted price for this event.
Discount code: SEMF2013

Allyson Blais won the 2012 Southeast Adult Medal Finals
Allyson Blais won the 2012 Southeast Adult Medal Finals

Get your entries in on time! Click here for Equestrian Connect.
Equestrian Connect is the Southeast Medal Finals and Classic Company’s Official Service Provider and allows exhibitors to store their data one time, on the web, and then use that data to automatically fill out hunter/jumper entry forms across the country.  The service offers a free 45-day trial period for new members.  At the conclusion of the trial period, Equestrian Connect offers an annual subscription, or a “pay as you go” service. The service allows exhibitors to save both time and money.  This is the one-minute online entry service that will help you get your entries in on time and get you to the show.

The Southeast Medal Finals is held at one of the premier equestrian facilities on the east coast, the Jacksonville Equestrian Center. The centrally located complex includes a network of adjacent trails, available to explore and enjoy for a casual hack during horse show down times. With some of the top junior riders in the country competing, Southeast Medal Finals is the perfect preparation for the fall indoor circuit. To learn more about Southeast Medal Finals, check out www.southeastmedalfinals.com.

Southeast Medal Finals Fast Facts:

WHAT: The Southeast Medal Finals is a USEF A-Rated indoor hunter, jumper and equitation horse show. USEF Rated Jumper Level 3

WEBSITE: www.southeastmedalfinals.com

WHEN: September 19-22, 2013

WHERE: The Jacksonville Equestrian Center, Jacksonville, FL, featuring a large indoor coliseum with 3,000 seats, two outdoor rings and 500 permanent stalls.
13611 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32221

FEATURES:

  • Phelps Media Group Southeast Junior Medal Finals
  • Southeast Adult Medal Finals
  • ASPCA Maclay Regionals
  • $25,000 Land Rover Grand Prix of Jacksonville
  • $5,000 Welcome Stake
  • $7,500 Child/Adult Jumper Finals
  • New European Style Developing Sport Horse Division
  • New Southeast Children’s Hunter Final
  • New Southeast Adult Hunter Final
  • EMO Cup Championship

HUNTER & EQUITATION JUDGES:  Linda Andrisani & Molly Flaherty (Hunter, Maclay & SEMF), Tony Sgarlatta (Hunter, Equitation & SEMF), Jennifer Drahan (SEMF)

JUMPER JUDGES:  Allen Rheinheimer & Fred Brown

STEWARD:  Janet McCarroll

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Susan Rindal – 904-655-5497 – rindal@bellsouth.net
James Lala – 561-906-6668 – jdlala@aol.com
Bob Bell – 843-768-5503 – bbell@earthlink.net

DIRECTIONS: For map and address information, visit http://www.southeastmedalfinals.com/Location.aspx.

Carrie Wirth for Phelps Media Group, Inc. International

MEDIA CONTACT:
Phelps Media Group, Inc.
12230 Forest Hill Blvd.
Suite 214
Wellington, FL 33414
561-753-3389 (phone)
561-753-3386 (fax)
pmginfo@phelpsmediagroup.com
www.phelpsmediagroup.com