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Year End Awards Wrap Up to Rave Reviews at the Atlanta Fall Classic

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Colorful fall foliage, warm days and cool evenings made for a perfect close out to the Classic Company 2013 show calendar.  Riders traveled from around the country to compete at the Olympic venue November 6 through the 17th.

Classic Company President Bob Bell commented, “We love this horse show since it gives us all a chance to catch up with our horse show families before the holidays.  We appreciate all of the support from the equestrian community and especially those who consistently show at our events,” he added. “We wish everyone a wonderful Thanksgiving!”

The $25,000 Barry Lane Memorial Jumper Classics

The Barry Lane Memorial Jumper Classics kicked off opening week and saw a record increase in numbers. “These classics are very popular.  We have a lot of riders compete in them and it’s a great way to honor our friend and horsewoman, Barry Lane, who passed away far too soon,” commented Bell.

Belle Nuit and Julia Tedesco take the win in the $25,000 Barry Lane Jumper Classics. Flashpoint Photography.
Belle Nuit and Julia Tedesco take the win in the $25,000 Barry Lane Jumper Classics. Flashpoint Photography.

Belle Nuit, owned and ridden by Julia Tedesco and trained under the watchful eye of Paulo Santana, took first place honors both Saturday and Sunday which put a grand total of $5,200.00 in her pocket.  Kasaar, owned and ridden by Erin McGuire, won second place honors.

Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Classic Championship

The Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Classic Championship took place during the second week of the Atlanta Fall Classic.  “Total entry fees throughout the year for the Adequan Pre-Green Classes are added up and then doubled by Classic Company and offered as prize money at the Atlanta Fall Classic,” commented Bell.  This year’s Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Classic Championship offered $20,700 in prize money.

Honor, owned by Salter Hydinger and ridden by Timothy Maddrix of Birmingham, Alabama, collected first place honors and the big check with a score of 80.  Maddrix was on a roll and also rode Special, owned by Missy Nolen, to a second place finish with a score of 77.

National Classic Equitation Finals Crown Equitation Superstars!

The National Classic Equitation Finals were again a huge Classic success.  Equitation riders showed under the Covered Arena at the Georgia International Horse Park as families and trainers sat comfortably in the VIP.  “This is an important event in our industry because it showcases the up and coming riders and rewards them for their hard work throughout the year spent qualifying for the Finals,” commented Bell.

The National Classic Junior Equitation Medal Finals was won by Addison Howe, trained by Tim Sweat.  Annie Kunansky finished as Reserve Champion and she is trained by Matthew Le Master.

The Child Adult National Classic Equitation Finals was won by McKenzie Maloney, trained by Julie Curtain.  Reserve was awarded to Caroline Wilson, trained by Jane Olsen.

The Short Stirrup/Children’s Hunter Pony Equitation Finals winner was Anna Schwarzkopf who rode Elliott, owned by Leslie Jessee and trained by Bradd Spragg.  Reserve was awarded to Whitney McKinley, who rode her own Courtash Kaleidoscope.  The pair is trained by Kathryn Mulkey.

The Pre-Children’s Adult National Classic Equitation Finals winner was awarded to Natalie Weisman, riding her own Sophie, trained by Carolyn Bell.  Reserve was awarded to Katie Kittrell, riding her own Tikki trained by Kathryn Mulkey.

Zemmie Stegger rode Ella McDonald’s Snowday to the National Classic Equitation Pony Equitation Finals Championship.  The pair is trained by Matt Martin.

The Classic Company Children’s Hunter 15-17 High Point Circuit Award was won by Bella Blue, owned by AM Free Inc. and ridden by Madison Free. The pair is trained by Hunt Tosh.

The Classic Company’s Children’s Hunter High Point Pony Circuit Award was won by Sky Blue, owned and ridden by Lily Bennett and trained by Janet Salem.

Rave Reviews!

Billy the Kid and Jennings won the Welcome Class Week 1. Flashpoint Photography.
Billy the Kid and Jennings won the Welcome Class Week 1. Flashpoint Photography.

Everyone enjoyed themselves at the Atlanta Fall Classic at the Georgia International Horse Park.

David Jennings’ Full Circle Farm packed all of the rings with an assortment of hunter and jumper talent.  Jennings made weekly trips to the Winner’s Circle after winning the Classic Welcome classes.  “It was fun winning the Welcome both weeks in a row!  I appreciate all of my customers and the opportunity they give me to show their horses; I’m very fortunate,” he said.

“We really love showing here,” said Joshua VanderVeen of Bull Run Jumpers, LLC of St. Charles, Illinois. “We’ve had a great time and we will definitely be back next year!” he added.

“We had a great two weeks at Conyers and we’re looking forward to the best winter ever,” said Bell. “We have over a million dollars in prize money up for grabs at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Winter Classics and everyone is really excited about showing with us this winter!” he added.

On Deck!

Now, all eyes turn to Pensacola and the Mississippi Gulf Coast which will be offering more than a million in prize money this year.  Combine that with the new barns, world class footing, complimentary riders’ lounges and weekly special events and complimentary exhibitor parties… let the good times roll!

Pensacola kicks off January 8 for three weeks of AA shows, followed by the Mississippi Gulf Coast Winter Classic which gets underway February 5 for six weeks of AA show jumping action and OVER A MILLION DOLLARS in prize money!  Add that fact to the new, permanent barns, complimentary riders’ lounges and the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast and it will make you want to say, “Let’s go for the show and stay for the fun!”  Come and enjoy Gulf Coast Classic Company’s world class customer service, beautifully decorated rings, big prize money, great events and fun for all!  Email Jonathan at jonathan@classiccompany.com or call the office at 843.768.5503.  Remember, you can also sign up for the Pensacola and Gulf Coast Winter Classics by visiting the Classic Company’s Official Service Partner, Equestrian Connect.

Anyone who has shown with the Classic Company knows what sets them apart from the rest:  Classic Shows are FUN!  Complimentary exhibitor parties, luncheons, Saturday pizzas and the friendliest show management team anywhere work hard to make your showing experience the best. Classic Company never charges an add or scratch fee for those last minute changes and there is no office surcharge added for credit card payments. 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 the Classic Company, the Gulf Coast Winter Classics, the Southeast Medal Finals and their 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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Bob Bell
The Classic Company, Ltd.
www.ClassicCompany.com
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Post Office Box 1311  Johns Island  SC 29457

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Atlanta Fall Classic Week 2 Update

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Frances Land and her own Vieanne sail over an oxer in the Olympic Arena to win the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix. Flashpoint Photography.

Frances Land and Vieanne victorious in the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix

Frances Land of Alpharetta, Georgia and her own Vieanne bested 22 horse and rider combinations when they turned in a double clean round Saturday night to claim the victory in the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix.

Only five went clean in the class and qualified for the jump off.  Bryn Sadler of Santa Fe, New Mexico riding Bon Giorno, owned by Showcase 81, LLC, was the first to go clean in the class, beating the set time of 92 seconds with her own 87.398 seconds.  As the first to go in the jump-off, the pair had a rail at the second fence and with four faults and a time of 46.601 seconds, finished in fourth overall.

Sarah Segal of Flemington, New Jersey in the irons aboard Ubris, owned by Chartwell, had a clean, first round effort in a time of 88.513 seconds and was the next to join the jump off.  After posting another clean round in a time of 42.655 seconds, the pair set the time to beat.  But the lead was short-lived after Paulo Santana of Wellington, Florida and Santana Stables, LLC’s Atanja edged Segal out with a clean round in a time of 41.477 seconds.  Segal and Ubris would finish in third, while Santana and Atanja would finish in second place.

Timothy Maddrix of Birmingham, Alabama riding KT Cher, owned by Claudia Styslinger, was the next to go after posting a clean first round effort in 86.419 seconds.  But after a rail down at the second to last fence and a time of 46.642 seconds, Maddrix and KT Cher would settle for fifth overall.

Land and Vieanne were in the enviable last to go position and their clean second round in a time of 41.370 seconds would beat Santana’s time by a little more than a second, rocketing Land and her Vieanne to the winner’s circle.

Internationally known Olympic course designer Steve Stephens of Palmetto, Florida designed the Open Jumper Welcome Class as well as the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix.

Life is Good for the winner of the $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby

Timothy Maddrix of Birmingham, Alabama and Life is Good, owned by Mary Elise Nolan, won the blue ribbon in the $10,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby, trumping eleven other horse and rider teams. The pair had a first round score of 173 and a second round score of 189 totaling 360 which put the blue ribbon in his hands and the champion sash on Life is Good.  “The course was set up nice and it’s always so beautiful in that arena,” said Maddrix.  “The two stride to a bending line right at the in-gate was challenging. I even had a rail down with Eloise [his second mount] in our second round,” he said, “but Life is Good is very careful.”

“His barn name is Erwin, but I call him Erwinner,” he laughed. “We bought him in Gulfport last winter and so we’ve had him about nine months.  He jumps amazing and is the most fun horse in the barn,” he said.  The pair will showing at the Gulf Coast Winter Classic this winter.

Ian Silitch of Ocala, Florida rode his own Marlon to a second place finish with a first round score of 162 and a second round score of 178 totaling 340 total points.  Laurel Blakemore’s Lion, also ridden by Siltch, won third place honors with a score of 128 and 176, respectively, totaling 304 points for the third place position.

David Jennings pilots Contino 46 to the win in the $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome Class Week 2
David Jennings pilots Contino 46 to the win in the $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome Class Week 2

David Jennings and Emily Short’s Contino 46 win the $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome at the Atlanta Fall Classic Week 2

David Jennings of Franklin, Tennessee is no stranger to the Classic Company’s Open Jumper Welcome Class’s winner’s circle and after winning with Billy the Kid last week, rode Short’s Contino 46 to victory after Thursday’s $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome Class under the lights in the Olympic Arena.  The pair bested thirty other horse and rider combinations and triumphed with back to back fault free rounds in times of 75.980 seconds and 32.048 seconds, respectively.

Denise Wilson of Dousman, Wisconsin rode Blue Gate Farm, LLC’s Coco 135 and finished in second position overall with two fault free rounds in times of 73.648 seconds and 33.430 seconds, respectively. Jennings came back for a third place, this time aboard Chuck Waters’ Caramio, in back to back fault free rounds of 74.069 seconds and 34.998 seconds, respectively.  Rafael Jose Contreras of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic rode his own Florence A to the fourth place finish in two fault free rounds of 75.430 seconds and 35.417 seconds, respectively.  Jenna Friedman from Alpharetta, Georgia rode her own Zidoctro in two back to back fault free rounds in 74.290 and 35.480 seconds while Paula Santana of Wellington, Florida rode Santana Stables, LLC’s Atanja to sixth place with 75.518 seconds and 36.117 seconds respectively.

Stay tuned for more results from the Atlanta Fall Classics!

There is always something for everyone at Classic Company shows and the upcoming Gulf Coast Classic shows are no exception.  The Pensacola Horse Shows kick off for three consecutive weeks of AA show jumping action in Pensacola, Florida starting January 8.  Then, work your way up the Mississippi Gulf Coast and show at the Harrison County Fairgrounds in Gulfport this winter.  With more than a million up for grabs, permanent barns with 400 stalls adjacent to the hunter arenas, permanent, complimentary riders’ lounges and the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast, be part of the good times that roll at the Mississippi Gulf Coast Classic all winter!  You’ll say ‘let’s go for the show and stay for the fun!’  Come and enjoy Gulf Coast Classic Company’s world class customer service, beautifully decorated rings, big prize money, great events and fun for all!  Email Jonathan at jonathan@classiccompany.com or call the office at 843.768.5503.  Remember, you can also sign up for the Pensacola and Gulf Coast Winter Classics by visiting the Classic Company’s Official Service Partner, Equestrian Connect.

Anyone who has shown with the Classic Company knows what sets them apart from the rest:  Classic Shows are FUN!  Complimentary exhibitor parties, luncheons, Saturday pizzas and the friendliest show management team anywhere work hard to make your showing experience the best. Classic Company never charges an add or scratch fee for those last minute changes and there is no office surcharge added for credit card payments. 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 the Classic Company, the Gulf Coast Winter Classics, the Southeast Medal Finals and their 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

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Jordan Coyne Wins the $65,000 EMO Grand Prix

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Jordan Coyne pilots Lazaro over an oxer in the $65,000 EMO Grand Prix. Flashpoint Photography.

A beautiful seventy degree, sunny fall day showcased the grandeur of the Olympic Arena and welcomed thirty three entries to the Georgia International Horse Park for the Atlanta Fall Classic’s opening week $65,000 EMO Grand Prix.  The course was designed by international course designer Manuel Esparza of Mexico City, Mexico who was an Assistant Designer for the Olympic Games in Atlanta in 1996, Sydney 2000, Athens 2004 and Beijing in 2008.

Esparza challenged competitors by setting the first round time allowed at 72 seconds.  Only four horse and rider teams beat that time in fault free rounds, but it was Jordan Coyne from New Port Ritchey, Florida riding her own Lazaro who posted the only double clear effort in 68.159 seconds and 40.167 seconds, respectively.  “The time was short, but not impossible,” commented Esparza.  “I always prefer to have the time factor instead of higher fences or wider spreads,” he added.  “I think it’s safer for the young horses and riders and it’s important that they don’t leave the ring with a bad experience, but with a good lesson,” he continued.  “That was my plan looking at the list of competitors and I’m very happy with the results,” he said.  “The winner was one of the young prospects in our sport,” Esparza said.  “I think this is the way to develop these horses and with the amount of prize money at stake, it was, in my opinion, a good course and a good result,” he said.

Kristen Vanderveen of St. Charles, Illinois was clean in her first round with a time of 69.251 seconds and was the first to go in the jump off aboard Bull Run’s Eternal, owned by Bull Run Jumpers, LLC.  She posted the fastest time in 39.736 seconds, but with eight jump faults she finished in fourth overall.  Coyne was next to go and finished clean in 40.167 seconds.  Jared Peterson of Archer, Florida riding Derek Peterson’s Titus 2:11 went clean in the first round after posting a time of 71.079 seconds in his first round.  He followed Coyne in the jump off order.  After dropping a rail at the fourth obstacle, the pair would finish in third place overall with a time of 43.755 seconds and four faults.

Quentin Judge of Wellington, Florida in the irons aboard HH Whiskey Royale, owned by Double H Farm, posted a first round clean effort in 71.857 seconds looked to give Coyne a run for the money. As the last to go in the jump off, HH Whiskey Royale and Judge looked as if he may steal the win, but with four faults at the second to last fence in the jump off, the pair would settle for second with a time of 41.418 seconds.

Bryn Sadler of Santa Fe, New Mexico riding Showcase 81, LLC’s Bon Giorno turned in a first round effort in 73.326 seconds with two time faults which landed them in fifth position.  Paulo Santana of Wellington, Florida rode Atanja, owned by Santana Stables, LLC, in a first round time of 74.539 seconds which earned them three time faults and a sixth place overall.  Ian Silitch of Ocala, Florida finished in seventh overall riding Vanita, owned by Gaston Family Investments, LLC, with four jump faults and a time of 67.016 seconds.  Bull Run Jumpers, LLC’s Bull Run’s Holy Smoke, ridden by Kristen Vanderveen, finished in eighth place overall after posting a time of 69.313 seconds and four jump faults. David Jennings of Franklin, Tennessee, aboard Emily Short’s Grand Finale 3E, finished in ninth overall with a time of 69.321 seconds and four jump faults.  David Beisel of Goshen, Ohio rode Moet Walk, owned by Harlow Investment Enterprises, LLC, to a tenth place finish in 70.070 seconds with four jump faults.  Patty Stovel of Chester Springs, Pennsylvania rode her own Carigor Z to the eleventh place finish in 70.389 seconds and four jump faults while Frances Land of Alpharetta, Georgia rode her own Vieanne to the twelfth place spot in a time of 70.504 seconds and four jump faults.

“We’re so pleased with our sponsorship of the Classic Company,” said Martha Hall, Vice President of EMO.  “Bob [Bell] and the Classic Company team does such a great job promoting us and adding value to our sponsorship; we are just thrilled!” she said.

Show jumping action continues this week with the Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Finals, the National Classic Equitation Finals, the Take2 Thoroughbred Division, the $10,000 Child Adult Jumper Classic, the $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome Class, the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix and the International Hunter Derby.  The crowning of the Circuit Champions will wrap up the week’s events.

There is always something for everyone at Classic Company shows and the Classic Atlanta Fall Shows are no exception.  So make sure to bring everyone to the International Horse Park this week and enjoy Classic Company’s world class customer service, beautifully decorated rings, big prize money, great events and fun for all!  Email Jonathan at jonathan@classiccompany.com or call the office at 843.768.5503.  Remember, you can also sign up for the Atlanta Fall Classic by visiting the Classic Company’s Official Service Partner, Equestrian Connect.

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or novice looking for a positive show experience, look to the Classic Company shows and join them at the Atlanta Fall Classic starting November 7th. Anyone who has shown with the Classic Company knows what sets them apart from the rest: Classic Shows are FUN! Complimentary exhibitor parties, luncheons, Saturday pizzas and the friendliest show management team anywhere work hard to make your showing experience the best. Classic Company never charges an add or scratch fee for those last minute changes and there is no office surcharge added for credit card payments.

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 the Classic Company, the Gulf Coast Winter Classics, the Southeast Medal Finals and their 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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Post Office Box 1311  Johns Island  SC 29457

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Jennings and Billy the Kid Steal the Blue

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Billy the Kid flies with rider David Jennings over an oxer in the Olympic Arena with eyes on the win. Flashpoint Photography.

Forty-nine riders tackled last night’s $10,000 Open Jumper Welcome Class in the Olympic Arena during the opening week of the Atlanta Fall Classic.  Well known grand prix riders such as Patty Stovel, Derek Peterson, Quentin Judge, Kristen and Josh Vanderveen, Paulo Santana, Sarah Segal, Sarah Scheiring and Frances Land, to name a few, set out to win the class designed by International Course Designer Manuel Esperanza of Mexico City, Mexico.  But it was David Jennings of Full Circle Farm from Franklin, Tennessee, in the irons aboard Cory Olson’s Billy the Kid, who would steal the blue in the fastest double clean round of 71.486 seconds and second round time of 40.751 seconds, respectively.

“This class was a lot of fun,” said Jennings, who showed Billy the Kid thirtieth in the forty-nine horse line-up.  “I rode six [horses] and I’m really thankful that Derek [Peterson] and Patty [Stovel] were able to ride a couple for me too,” he said.

“I had some seasoned horses in here and some younger ones which had their first experience jumping under the lights,” he said. “It showed for them, but they need to get that experience and this is a great show to give them that mileage,” he added.

Quentin Judge of Wellington, Florida and HH Donnatella, owned by Double H Farm, were second to go in the class and the first double clear round, setting the time to beat for the class at 73.586 seconds  and 41.917 seconds, respectively, which was well within the first round time allowed of 74 seconds and second round time of 64 seconds.

Frances Land of Alpharetta, Georgia, riding her own Vieanne, was the next double clear round to go and finished in 69.795 and 42.050 seconds, respectively, which would land her in third place behind Judge.

Judge followed Land on his second mount, and looked to take the lead aboard Double H Farm’s HH Dark De La Hart.  His first round time of 69.674 seconds looked to accomplish that, but a second round time of 44.562 seconds would see him finish in sixth place overall.

Paulo Santana of Wellington, Florida turned in the next clear round in the irons aboard Santana Stables, LLC’s Atanja in a time of 68.329 seconds.  But a rail at the second to last fence in the jump off round would cost them four faults in a time of 44.562 seconds which would land them in tenth place overall.

Patty Stovel from Chester Springs, Pennsylvania riding her own Carigo Z was next to go and turned in double clear efforts in a time of 71.733 seconds and 43.893 seconds, respectively, which would finish the pair in fifth place overall.

Jennings was next to go, this time in the irons of Emily Short’s Grand Finale 3E.  The pair finished their first round in a time of 71.720 seconds, but a rail down at the first part of the combination in the jump off would cost them four faults despite their time of 41.310 seconds, which would see them finish in eleventh overall.

Jennings’ winning ride was his fifth horse, Billy the Kid.  Santana followed Jennings in the irons of Rafael Contreras’ Florence A in a fault-free first round of 72.022 and a clean second round in a time of 43.865 seconds.  A couple of seconds shy of the winning time, Santana and Florence A would finish in fourth.

“The course was tricky and some of these riders are really fast,” he said.  “Quentin is really well-mounted and he just gets better every time I see him ride.  Pablo Santana has some great horses here and the competition was really tough,” he said.

International Course Designer Manuel Esperanza brings with him his experience designing courses for Spruce Meadows, the Beijing games, and as an Assistant Designer for the 1996 Olympic Games.  He will be one of the course designers on the schedule for the Mississippi Gulf Coast Winter Classics.

The $10,000 Barry Lane Jumper Classic will wrap up this afternoon’s competitions in the Olympic Arena and looks to see about 51 riders tackle the course.  Tomorrow afternoon the $65,000 EMO Grand Prix will close out Week 1 at the Georgia International Horse Park.

It’s not too late to enjoy the last Classic Company Show of the year.  There is always something for everyone at Classic Company shows and the Atlanta Fall Classics are no exception.  So make sure to bring everyone to the Georgia International Horse Park next week and enjoy Classic Company’s world class customer service, beautifully decorated rings, big prize money, great events and fun for all!  Email Jonathan at jonathan@classiccompany.com or call the office at 843.768.5503.

Remember, you can also sign up for the Atlanta Fall Classic by visiting the Classic Company’s Official Service Partner, Equestrian Connect.

Equestrian Connect 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 you to the show!  There is no easier way to get your entries in today and the Classic Company recommends that you give it a try.

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or novice looking for a positive show experience, look to the Classic Company shows and join them at the Atlanta Fall Classic which runs through next week.  Anyone who has shown with the Classic Company knows what sets them apart from the rest:  Classic Shows are FUN!  Complimentary exhibitor parties, luncheons, Saturday pizzas and the friendliest show management team anywhere work hard to make your showing experience the best.  Classic Company never charges an add or scratch fee for those last minute changes and there is no office surcharge added for credit card payments.

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 the Classic Company, the Gulf Coast Winter Classics, the Southeast Medal Finals and their exhibitor-friendly, top quality hunter jumper events, please visit them at www.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

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One Week to Go! Atlanta Fall Classic UPDATE

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Schuyler Riley riding Waterloo sail over a jump in the Olympic Arena last fall. Flashpoint Photography.

As the autumn leaves turn, all eyes turn to the Atlanta Fall Classic which kicks off on November 7th at the Georgia International Horse Park in  Conyers, Georgia.  The Classic Company calls the Olympic venue home for two weeks each year and welcomes new and familiar faces to the prestigious show grounds.

Finals events, such as the Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Finals and the National Classic Equitation Finals, will highlight the two weeks of show jumping in addition to the crowning of the Classic Circuit Champions.

Riders are traveling from across the country to participate in these events.  If you haven’t checked your status, now is the time to do so!  Don’t forget to click here to see if you have qualified!

Week 1 opens up with the $10,000 Open Jumper Welcome class and the $65,000 EMO Grand Prix as well as the $15,000 Barry Lane Jumper Classic and the $1,500 Take2 Thoroughbred Hunter and Jumper Division.  The $10,000 Child Adult Jumper Classic, the $5,000 Open Jumper Welcome Class, the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix and the International Hunter Derby take place Week 2 as well as the National Classic Equitation Finals, the Adequan Pre-Green Finals and the crowing of the Classic Circuit Champions.

Lisa Goldman makes the jumping look effortless in the irons of Morocco last fall
Lisa Goldman makes the jumping look effortless in the irons of Morocco last fall

It’s not too late to enjoy the last Classic Company Show of the year.  There is always something for everyone at Classic Company shows and the Atlanta Fall Classics are no exception.  So make sure to bring everyone to the International Horse Park next week and enjoy Classic Company’s world class customer service, beautifully decorated rings, big prize money, great events and fun for all!  Email Jonathan at jonathan@classiccompany.com or call the office at 843.768.5503.

Remember, you can also sign up for the Atlanta Fall Classic by visiting the Classic Company’s Official Service Partner, Equestrian Connect.

Equestrian Connect is 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 you to the show! There is no easier way to get your entries in today and the Classic Company recommends that you give it a try.

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or novice looking for a positive show experience, look to the Classic Company shows and join them at the Atlanta Fall Classic starting November 7th. Anyone who has shown with the Classic Company knows what sets them apart from the rest:  Classic Shows are FUN!  Complimentary exhibitor parties, luncheons, Saturday pizzas and the friendliest show management team anywhere work hard to make your showing experience the best.  Classic Company never charges an add or scratch fee for those last minute changes and there is no office surcharge added for credit card payments.

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 the Classic Company, the Gulf Coast Winter Classics, the Southeast Medal Finals and their 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

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Atlanta Fall Classic Update

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Camera Ready, ridden by Leigh Coffer Smith, vies for top position in the Barry Lane Children Adult Jumper Classic last fall. Flashpoint Photography.

Please note that the prize list and schedule have been updated and are posted on the website.

Most importantly, the Low Jr. Amateur Jumper Classic Week II is $5,000.00. The Welcome Classes are $10,000 and $5,000, Weeks 1 and 2, respectively.

We can’t wait to see you!

The Atlanta Fall Classic is set to kick off on November 6 and run through the 17th at the Georgia International Horse Park, home of the 1996 Olympics.  “We’re expecting another fantastic show,” said Classic Company President, Bob Bell.  “Our numbers are already up from last year and we’re looking forward to greeting everyone to one of our favorite shows of the year,” he added.  “This show is special because it gives us a chance to be together with our horse show families before Thanksgiving and the holiday season,” he continued. “It will be great to see everyone!”

Entries are due tomorrow!

Oh no!  You forgot?  Don’t worry!  Equestrian Connect, the Official Service Partner of the Classic Company, provides the one and only service that you can count on to get your entries in on time tomorrow!

Equestrian Connect 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 you to the show!  There is no easier way to get your entries in today and the Classic Company recommends that you give it a try.

Red Carpet Treatment

Classic Company rolls out the red carpet to everyone so you can imagine how special the VIP is!  Chandeliers adorn the ceiling, complimentary refreshments, top of the line catering and the most fun you will have in any VIP tent alongside an Olympic Arena all for only $300 per week!  See Jennifer in the show office when you get there or send an email to jonathan@classiccompany.com.

The Children’s' Hunter Division is always popular at the Atlanta Fall Classic
The Children’s’ Hunter Division is always popular at the Atlanta Fall Classic

Classic favorites plus new fun events = full class schedule

Old favorites such as the National Classic Equitation Finals meet the new up and coming favorites such as the $1,500 Bohicket Marina and Yacht Club Celebration of the Small Hunters, set to debut Week 1.  The Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Final Championships, $10,000 and $5,000 Welcome Classes, $25,000 Barry Lane Children Adult Jumper Classics, the $10,000 Children Adult Jumper, and a $10,000 Jr.-AO Classic will be on the schedule with the $65,000 EMO Grand Prix Week I and the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix Week II!  There’s something for everyone in your barn at the Atlanta Fall Classic!

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or novice looking for a positive show experience, look to the Classic Company shows and join them at the Atlanta Fall Classic starting November 7th. Anyone who has shown with the Classic Company knows what sets them apart from the rest:  Classic Shows are FUN!  Complimentary exhibitor parties, luncheons, Saturday pizzas and the friendliest show management team anywhere work hard to make your showing experience the best.  Classic Company never charges an add or scratch fee for those last minute changes and there is no office surcharge added for credit card payments.

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.  All program advertising should be directed to Drew Costa at drew@classiccompany.com or Alexis Newman at alexis@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

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Atlanta Fall Classic Is on Deck

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Schuyler Riley and Waterloo sail over a fence in the Olympic Arena during the 2012 Atlanta Fall Classic. Flashpoint Photography.

The Atlanta Fall Classic is set to kick off November 6 through the 17, and the Classic Company is pleased to announce that the prize list is on line at classiccompany.com!

Held at the Georgia International Horse Park, home to the 1996 Olympics, riders have the opportunity to compete in the Olympic arena and ride for some of the top prize money offered this fall.  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.  From the jumper ring to the short stirrup arena, each competition ring is highly decorated and staffed with top-notch, friendly professional show staff.  “We are looking forward to seeing familiar faces and welcoming new ones!” said Bob Bell, President of Classic Company.

New this year!

Classic Company is proud to announce that Bohicket Marina and Yacht Club is sponsoring the $1,500 Celebration of Small Hunters at this year’s Atlanta Fall Classic set to debut during Week 1.  Open to horses larger than 14.2 hands and not exceeding 15.2 ½ hands, the division is looking to be a new favorite at the horse show.  “What this is, it’s a new USEF C rated division,” said Bob Bell, President of Classic Company.  “This is a great opportunity for our competitors to showcase their small hunters on an equal playing field and we’re delighted to be able to offer it,” he added.

Bohicket Marina and Yacht Club is located just a few short miles from Mullet Hall Equestrian Center, home to the Charleston Summer Classics each July.  Riders, their families, and friends enjoy chartering, renting and docking their own boats at Bohicket Marina each year.  For those traveling south this winter, the Marina is open!  A full service marina with a competitively priced fuel dock, Bohicket Marina and Yacht Club provides discounts to Boat US members.  Bohicket Marina offers a 200 slip marina and can accommodate boats up to 150′.  As a matter of fact, Tiger Woods’ private boat Privacy was recently docked there.

Favorites Are Back!

Equitation Excellence!

The action is non-stop at the Atlanta Fall Classic and will feature the well-loved National Classic Equitation Championship Finals week II.  The top ribbon winners in the Classic Company Equitation classes are invited to compete in this prestigious Finals competition that highlights the up and coming talent in the sport of show jumping.  Besides winning top honors in the National Classic Equitation Championship Finals, the winning rider and his or her trainer will receive the coveted letterman jackets.  As November approaches riders will be notified if they have qualified.

Elizabeth Boyd and Chestnut Avenue won the 2012 Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Championship. Flashpoint Photography.
Elizabeth Boyd and Chestnut Avenue won the 2012 Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Championship. Flashpoint Photography.

Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Championship Finals!

Week I will be the last opportunity for the Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Classic competitors to qualify for the Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Championship Finals which take place Week II.  Throughout the year, the entry fees for the Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Classic have been collected and the total purse collected over the shows will now be awarded to the top 20 horses, based on Championship points, for the total sweepstakes.  The purse is estimated to be approximately $19,000.00!

Show me the money!

How do you top the $15,000 Welcome Class, the $25,000 Barry Lane Children Adult Jumper Classic, the $10,000 Children Adult Jumper, and a $10,000 Jr.-AO Classic?  Offer the $65,000 EMO Grand Prix Week I and the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix Week II!

The Most Chic VIP!

The Classic Company considers everyone a VIP, but in order to get the best food, drink and ringside seating, make sure to reserve your table when you place your entries.  Tables have sold out at every event, so don’t wait!  Tables seat 8 and are only $300 per week!  See Jennifer in the show office or email jonathan@classiccompany.com.

What are you doing this winter?

Stay tuned for some very BIG NEWS on the Gulf!

Whether you are a seasoned veteran or novice looking for a positive show experience, look to the Classic Company shows and join them at the Atlanta Fall Classic starting November 7th. Anyone who has shown with the classiccompany.com knows what sets them apart from the rest:  Classic Shows are FUN!  Complimentary exhibitor parties, luncheons, Saturday pizzas and the friendliest show management team anywhere work hard to make your showing experience the best.  Classic Company never charges an add or scratch fee for those last minute changes and there is no office surcharge added for credit card payments.  For those who have not yet entered, go to the prize list or simply click on Equestrian Connect to fill out your entry form and stabling requests.

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.  All program advertising should be directed to Drew Costa at drew@classiccompany.com or Alexis Newman at alexis@classiccompany.com.

Stay up to date:  Like us on Facebook and Follow us on Twitter!

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

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Atlanta Fall Classic II Grand Prix and More

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Rave Reviews!

Schuyler Riley pilots Waterloo over a jump in the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix

The Atlanta Fall Classic wraps up two record breaking weeks to close out the 2012 season at the Georgia International Horse Park!  As we celebrate Thanksgiving, Classic Company thanks you for your support!

Big numbers all around – prize money, entries and happy competitors – sum up the grand finale of the Classic Company’s 2012 show season which closed out Sunday, November 18 at the Georgia International Horse Park in Conyers, Georgia.

Forty five horse and rider combinations in Friday’s Welcome paved the way for the $45,000 EMO Grand Prix on Sunday with 34 vying for the win.  Three rides went clean and the jump off saw world renowned riders Schuyler Riley and Darragh Kenney battling it out for the win.  It was Riley of Wellington, Florida in the irons aboard M. Michael Meller’s Waterloo who captured the win in a double clear jumping effort of 38.660 seconds while Kenney rode Hays’ Investment Corp.’s Any Given Sunday to a second place finish with a time of 40.015 seconds and eight jump faults.  Kenney also took third aboard Atlanta Equestrian Center’s User ID although after rails in the first two jumps of the jump off round, elected to retire.

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Classic Company’s Grand Finale at the Georgia International Horse Park Welcomes Top Riders

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Elizabeth Boyd pilots Chestnut Avenue during the Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Championship Finals

The Classic Company is underway with another record breaking, sold out week at the Atlanta Fall Classic with more than a thousand horses and riders who rank among the best in the world competing and enjoying Classic Company’s renowned hospitality at the former show grounds home to the 1996 Olympics.

Inaugural Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Classic Is a Winner!

The Adequan Pre-Green Hunter Championship Finale kicked off the weekend yesterday when the top riders and horses competed for prize money banked throughout the show year.  “We anticipated that the class would offer $15,000 in prize money and as it turned out, we exceeded that expectation and awarded $16,800.00 in prize money,” said Classic Company President, Bob Bell.  “The class was very well received by the riders and trainers,” said Luitpold representative Wiss Costanza.  “I heard from many trainers how much they appreciated the class.  It was a real benefit for their riders and horses and was just what they needed for their clients.”  Winning the top honors was Chestnut Avenue, owned by Joanne Loheac and ridden by Elizabeth Boyd who also received a complimentary box of Luitpold’s product Adequan.  Finishing in second place was Kleiner Ralli, owned by Suzan Larson and ridden by Holly Shepherd.  Third place was awarded to First Dance, owned by Sarah Orberson and ridden by Elizabeth Boyd.

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A Golden Week for Goldman!

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Sold out Week One sets the tone for an even bigger Week Two!

Lisa Goldman and Morocco sail over a jump on course in the $65,000 EMO Grand Prix

The Classic Company saw record entries for its opening week of the Atlanta Fall Classic Show at the International Horse Park in Conyers, Georgia, selling out all stabling as the wait list for stabling grew.

Lisa Goldman of Red Coat Farm not only excelled in much of the jumper competition during opening week, but also claimed title to the coveted $65,000 EMO Grand Prix, riding her own Morocco, posting double clear rounds and winning with a jump off time of 37.452 seconds.  In second place, Schuyler Riley in the irons aboard Michael Meller’s Waterloo finished with a jump off time of 39.590 seconds.  Goldman was back to claim the third place ribbon with Centurion B, owned by Mary Goldman.  Emily Short, riding her own Grand Finale 3E, finished in fourth place. Sarah Scheiring riding Wec Quidam Quidam, owned by William Upton, placed fifth. Patty Stovel rode her own Carigor Z to finish in sixth. Jack Hardin Towell rode his own Nolde to a seventh place finish. Thaisa Irwin rode her own Matilda to an eighth place ribbon. Bryn Sadler rode Bon Giorno, owned by Showcase 81 LLC, to ninth place honors. Taloubet, owned by Paulo Fihlo Santana, finished in tenth. Schuyler Riley rode Andretti, owned by Southbeach Stables, to finish in 11th.  David Beisel rounded out the top twelve riding Equine Holdings LLC’s Amaretto to the twelfth placing.

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