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The Gulf Coast Classic Company is pleased to announce that the Gulf Coast Magnolia Classic was the recipient of the USHJA Members Choice Award for 2014. The Gulf Coast Winter Classics take place each year from February through March at the Harrison County Equestrian Center in Gulfport, Mississippi. This year will mark the show’s 17th anniversary.
“We are thrilled that the Gulf Coast Winter Classic received this prestigious award. While we credit our dedicated team of professionals, our sponsors, the magnificent show grounds and fun exhibitor parties and events, we appreciate being recognized by the show community as being one of their top choices of horse shows,” commented Bob Bell, President of the Classic Company and the Gulf Coast Classic Company.
The fact that Classic Company’s key technical director, Allen Rheinheimer of Zionsville, Indiana and longtime Classic Company team member, had three of his shows this year win this prestigious USHJA Members Choice Award is no coincidence.
Rheinheimer acts as Manager of Equifest, Old Salem and Technical Director of all of the Gulf Coast Classic and Classic Company shows, to name a few. Equifest, Old Salem and the Gulf Coast Magnolia Classic Week III all received the prestigious USHJA Members Choice Awards for 2014.
“I’m very honored to have had three of my shows selected for USHJA Member Choice Awards,” commented Rheinheimer. “I have been fortunate to have a great staff at each event to give the exhibitors such a positive experience to bestow such an award. I look forward to 2015 to improve upon our weaknesses and enhance the showing experience of each exhibitor.”
The USHJA Member’s Choice Award provides participants the opportunity to reward excellence at USEF-licensed hunter/jumper competitions through their feedback relating to competition, facility, location, footing, personnel and hospitality. From world-class grounds, top quality footing and a celebrated show experience, exhibitors rated Rheinheimer’s shows as a top choice.
“We are so proud of Allen [Rheinheimer] and what he has accomplished. To have three shows that he works for win this prestigious award speaks volumes on the value he brings to his shows and his commitment to the industry,” commented Bob Bell.
“We are so happy that Allen is part of the Gulf and Classic Company circuits,” said Bell. “We have always valued Allen’s contribution to our shows and this award makes it clear that the competitors also appreciate all that he does for them and the sport,” he added.
The Member’s Choice Awards Program was developed by USHJA’s Competition Standards Committee to reward technically excellent and exhibitor-friendly event and encourage communication between exhibitors and management.
On Deck:
The Atlanta Fall Classic kicks off on November 4th and draws riders from all over the country to the Georgia International Horse Park, home to the 1996 Olympics. Blue ribbon service and the Olympic venue make this a favorite among equestrians. From the jumper ring to the short stirrup arena, each competition ring is highly decorated and staffed with top-notch, friendly professional show staff.
With more than 300,000 in prize money offered, world-class stabling and arenas, top show management staff and a division for everyone in your barn, there is no better place to be in November.
The $45,000 Cedar Street Advisors Grand Prix kicks off the high-stakes action Week I and the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix wraps up the two weeks of top show competition.
Both weeks I and II offer $10,000 Welcome Class and the $1,500 Junior/Amateur Jumper Classic. Week I offers the $25,000 Barry Lane Jumper Classics and the $5,000 1.40 meter High Junior/Amateur Jumper Classic. Week II raises the cash bar and offers the $10,000 NHJL Junior/AO 1.40 meter class and the meter 1.15 $10,000 NAL Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic.
The $15,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby takes place Week I and each week there is a $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby as well as a host of hunter classics.
Time Is Ticking!
Everyone is busy, way too busy to sit down and fill out entry after entry, then add up the time it takes to run to the post office, the cost of overnighting your entries… well, you could have done it all online. Yes, that easy! For a limited time, Classic Company’s Service Provider, HORSESHOWSONLINE.COM, will offer their services for free!
And better news yet! HORSESHOWSONLINE.COM and the HORSESHOWSONLINE onsite software is now integrated with credit card services and capable of processing all major credit cards through Charter Merchant Services. Sign up now and don’t miss the last 2014 Classic Company show!
VIP News!
The entire VIP tent overlooking the Olympic Grand Prix Arena has been upgraded. There are only 100 seats available per event for the Atlanta Fall Classic. That fact plus the best seating, complete with heaters in case the fall chill sets in, and the newly upgraded menu will make you want to book your table now!
Week One: Saturday – Grand Prix BBQ: * Whole Pig, Roasted and Barbequed Pulled on Site * BBQ Grilled Chicken Breasts * Baked Beans, Corn on the Cob, Creamy Cole Slaw, Corn Bread Muffins Desserts: Assorted Cookies and Brownies
Week Two: Friday – International Hunter Derby Chef’s Carving Station: * Roasted Turkey Breast * Jack Daniels Top Round of Beef * Smashed Garlic Potatoes, Creamy Sweet Potato Mash, Green Bean Almondine Desserts: Pumpkin Pie Mousse, Chocolate Pecan Pie and Martinis
Week Two: Saturday – Grand Prix Surf and Turf Kabobs Grilled on Site * Montreal Seasoned Beef Tips, Sweet Onions, Bell Pepper, Sweet Onion * Teriyaki Chicken, Red Onions, Pineapple, Red Pepper Grilled Citrus Shrimp, Lemons, Limes, Oranges * Vegetable Kabobs, Assorted Vegetables Wild Rice Pilaf Grilled Fall Vegetables Desserts: Assortment of Proof’s Posh Puddings, Dark Chocolate Sea Salt, Banana, Key Lime
Every table receives two complimentary bottles of wine and there is a cash bar available. Dinner tables are $400 per seating and seat 8. Single seats are available at $50 each. There are only 100 seats per night, so make sure to reserve your table now!
Pssst… Pensacola is approaching… what are you doing this winter? The Classic Company is going to the beach! Join us on the Gulf of Mexico for the best in show jumping action!
It’s not too late to enjoy the last Classic Show of the year! There is always something for everyone at Classic Company shows and the Atlanta Fall Classic Shows are no exception. So make sure to bring everyone to the Georgia International Horse Park and enjoy Classic Company’s world class customer service, beautifully decorated rings, big prize money, great events and fun for all!
The Classic Company is a USHJA’s Members Choice Award winner, recognized for producing top quality show jumping events in the United States. For more information on Classic Company and its exhibitor-friendly, top quality hunter jumper events, please visit them at classiccompany.com or call them at 843-768-5503.
All sponsorship, marketing and press inquiries should be directed to Lisa Engel, Sponsorship, Marketing and Public Relations Director at lisa@classiccompany.com.
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See you at the ring,
Bob Bell
The Classic Company, Ltd.
www.ClassicCompany.com
Phone/FAX: (843) 768-5503
Post Office Box 1311 Johns Island SC 29457
October 23rd, 2012 – Equus Events is excited to announce that its Atlanta Spring Challenge Horse Show has been selected as the 2012 United States Hunter Jumper Association Member’s Choice Award AA-rated winning horse show in Zone 4. The show was held May 16-20, 2012 at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers, GA and is produced by Equus Events and manager J. P. Godard from Aiken, SC. “Many thanks to all of our loyal sponsors, exhibitors, and staff for making this award a reality,” said Godard. “I feel our goals as a horse show are much in tune with this award as we try offer unique exhibitor friendly horse shows that strive to excel in a high level of quality, competition, and hospitality.” The Atlanta Spring Challenge Horse Show is 1 of only 10 other AA-rated shows in the country that will receive this prestigious honor for the 2012 season and was chosen out of an impressive group of events in Zone 4 including some of the country’s largest and most well-known winter circuits on the East Coast.