Next week (week 4) is our Celebration of Hunters with our USHJA International Hunter Derby on the Grand Prix Field and we also will host the “County Party” on Friday night. You would think after the incredible party that Domino’s Pizza hosted this week with the jungle theme and great band that nothing could be better but this one is always a favorite among exhibitors too.
This week the Gulf Coast Classic Company started with ShowNet and streaming video in the Grand Prix Field and main hunter ring. Watch your horse or just take a look at the wonderful Grand Prix Ring in Gulfport.
Again I want to thank a group of exhibitors who got together and sponsored what they called the National Hunter Classic Breakfast. It’s held on Friday before the USHJA National Hunter Derby and this week was another giant success. I am going to post pictures on our Classic Co Facebook page of this event. Much thanks to Daniel and Cathy Geitner, Allison Black and Mark Tompkins, Fox Ridge Farm, Accolade Farm, Loretta Patterson, Spring Mill farm, Westminster, Summer Hill Farm, Laura Hightower, Jordan Sieget, Oakwell Farm, Equi-Feb, Chantilly Farm, The Jaeckle Center, Benny’s Wash and Fold, and Gamboa Veterinary Services. The exhibitors and management say THANKS.
The Imperial Palace Welcome Class was won by Ultaire, Janet McCarroll
The $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby was won by Santorini, Carelyn Monroe
2. CR CarolatoII, Buddrus Equine, LLC
3. Cavalli, Taylor Johnson
4. Ricci, Tamara Jones
5. D’Allianz, Donna Tonahill
6. Concierge, Nestledown Equine
7. Walk the Line, Nancy Merritt
8. Providence, Mary Keevil
9. Escalido, Richard Rinehart
10. Mouse, Sophia Depumpo
11. Ramazotti, Jason Schnelle
12. Busweis’czar, Catherine Mayfield
The $35,000 Nutrena Grand Prix today was won by Nepal and Jay Land! Jay is on a roll in Gulfport with two wins this circuit.
2. Gama Righter Z, Peggy Jones
3. Paradox, Thomas Bruinsma
4. L’Etoile, L’Etoile Group
5. Boysterous, Danny Grice
6. Merlin, Francis Land
7. Roman Saluut, Devin Ryan
8. Calissandro, Devin Ryan
9. Triompf, Sarah Patterson
10. Carl Loui TSP, Christian Rogge
11. Happy Z, Wilhelm Genn
12. Pako, Allsion Ross
Just a quick side note, I flew to NYC on Tuesday and saw War Horse at Lincoln Center. I have never seen anything like it in my life. 18 hand puppets that after a few minutes of watching just became horses. It was fantastic. I know it’s not going to run much longer in NY so if you get a chance, go see it.
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 8
1. Curious George, Lucy Loper
2. Delphine, ML Leffler
3. Cromwell, Michelle Casler
4. Muddy Waters, Pamela Ward
5. Ring Ling, Jean Tuttel
6. Overjoyed, C Rheinheimer
7. Shenanigans, Lexi Mulkey
8. Mr Vanderbilt, T Maddrix
Total Dollars after 4 Shows – $1400
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.
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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