WPDA

GMO No: 117

WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION

AWARDS

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Wynnwood Farm Perpetual Trophy

The Grand Champion of WPDA breeding division will receive the Wynnwood Farm Perpetual trophy donated by Dr. Samuel and Mrs. Mary Garfield. The trophy will be awarded at the WPDA Recognized Show. Perpetual trophies remain the property of and in the possession of a competition, club or awarding division. However, a souvenir trophy will be presented to the winner at the WPDA Recognized Show.

 

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Vintage Rider Award

Established in 2003, by Axel Bothnerby. The WPDA Vintage Rider Award recognizes riders 50 years and older.

 

Eligibility for WPDA Vintage Rider Award:

1. Be age 50 or older when scores are earned.

2. Be a WPDA member in good standing when scores are earned and received.

3. Horse and rider are considered a pair for each level.

4. An average of 6 scores.

Scores must be earned at one of the following levels:

1. Scores must be 58% or higher to qualify at USDF Intro, Training, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th Levels.

2. Scores must be 55%, or better to qualify at Pre St. George, or higher.

Recorded Scores:

1. All eligible scores are recorded but only the top two scores from each individual judge count towards the median score calculation.

2. The median score is the score exactly between the highest and lowest scores.

3. Freestyle scores are not eligible.

 

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SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

 

Guidelines for WPDA Scholarship Awards

 These scholarships can be approved ONLY by the Board of Directors of the WPDA. The Board’s decision is final in all cases. There are 3 categories of scholarships:

 

• Junior/Young Rider Competitor Scholarship

• Adult Competitor Scholarship

• WPDA Member Service Scholarship - Open to ALL (rider/non-rider)

 

Applicants must be a member in good standing of WPDA. The main criteria for the awarding of scholarships is the total number of volunteer hours submitted with an application. A minimum of 6 hours of volunteer service is needed by an applicant. Volunteer service hours should be recorded on the form titled, “Verification of Volunteer Activity” for WPDA and signed by the event organizer. Volunteer services are to be performed by the applicant. No substitutes are permitted. The volunteer service year runs from November 1 to October 31.

 

 Applications for WPDA Scholarships should be postmarked by November 1 of the scholarship year and mailed to the Scholarship Chairman. Each scholarship is in the amount of $200.00 and will be awarded by check at the WPDA Annual Awards Banquet. The scholarships are to be used for educational purposes. Competitor Scholarships have these additional requirements:

 

• The applicant must submit a copy of at least one test score from a WPDA Sanctioned Show or USEF/USDF recognized show earned during the service year. NO minimum score is required and ANY level may be ridden.

• The applicant must be a member of WPDA at the time the score is earned.

• The definitions of “Junior/Young Rider” and “Adult” will be as defined by the USDF.

 

Click here for Scholarship Application.

 

 

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SERVICE AWARDS

 

 

 

Joe Lane Most Valuable Member Award

The WPDA Joe Lane Most Valuable Member Award is given each year to a member who has contributed in time and effort to the sport of dressage and to WPDA. The recipient is chosen by vote of the Board of Directors.

 

 

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Keystone Merit Award

This is a meritorious award recognizing Outstanding Contributions and Service to the WPDA. This award is available on an as-merited basis. A prospective winner of this award must be nominated to the WPDA Board and approved through Board voting on the award.
The recipient of this award will receive:

· An engraved trophy

· A $200 Scholarship  

 

 

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Click here to see previous AWARD RECIPIENTS

Photo above: Shannon Ingersol and Krista Tyco-Noone at the ‘07 WPDA Awards Banquet. Great job Krista!

YEAR END AWARDS

 

PERFORMANCE AWARDS

 

In order to be considered for a 2008 Year End Performance Awards,  you must follow the below requirements:

 

1) Be a current WPDA member in good-standing,

2) Obtain three scores from three different judges at any one level, 

3) Obtain a minimum score of 57% per test,

4)The scores must be from the same horse and rider combination,

5)Complete and submit the Year End Individual Competitor’s Report,

6)Submit either a copy of the test or an USDF computerized score sheet.

(This year’s scores can all be from the same show/location.)

 

Please note:

 Qualifying period for 2008  is from October 1st, 2007 through September 30th, 2008.

Due date: October 15th, 2008 (must be in hand by due date).

 

Please mail or email your completed form along with a copy of the test or USDF score sheet to the Awards Chairperson (see contact list on main page).  Your entry will not be considered for an award without the completed Year End Individual Competitor’s Report and test verification.

 

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Recognized dressage show division: There is a Junior, Adult Amateur, and an Open division for USEF/USDF Recognized shows . To receive an award in the Recognized Show division, WPDA members must earn scores at USEF/USDF Recognized shows, and at least one of those scores must be from a WPDA show that is recognized by the USEF and USDF (updated 1/22/08ia).

 

Sanctioned dressage show division: There is a Junior, Adult Amateur, and an Open for WPDA Sanctioned shows.  In the WPDA Sanctioned Show division, WPDA members must earn their scores at WPDA-sanctioned schooling shows. No scores from USEF/USDF Recognized shows will be accepted in this division (updated 1/22/08).

 

 

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FREESTYLE CHALLENGE AWARD: Established in 2007, the Freestyle Challenge award is open to riders of all ages and abilities.  We will offer one year-end award for the high-scoring Freestyle ride at the combined USDF levels (1st through 4th), and one for the high-scoring Freestyle ride at the combined FEI levels (PSG through GP). The scores must be earned at USEF/USDF Recognized shows only.

 

JOE LANE CHALLENGE TROPHY

 

Established in 1978, the Joe Lane Challenge Trophy is to be awarded subject to the following conditions.
1. To be offered as an award at the annual WPDA USEF/USDF recognized competition.
2. To any rider regardless of age, sex, or affiliation, for the highest score at Second Level and above in classes specified as Open USEF Second Level and above. Any classes restricted, i.e. by age or qualifications, are ineligible.
3. Must be won three times by the same rider for permanent possession. Does not have to be with the same horse or in order of yearly dates.
4. The trophy will be awarded at the WPDA USEF/USDF Recognized Show. The Joe Lane Trophy will remain in the possession of the WPDA, Inc., until it is retired under the condition of #3 above.
However, the winner will be given a souvenir trophy for their permanent ownership.

 

                                                 

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JENNIFER S. WESSON MEMORIAL TROPHY

 

Established in 1994, the Jennifer S. Wesson Memorial Trophy is to be awarded subject to the following conditions:
1. To be offered as an annual award at the annual WPDA USEF/USDF recognized competition.
2. To any rider regardless of age, sex, of affiliation, for the highest score at Prix St. Georges and above in classes specified as Open. Any classes restricted, i.e. by age or qualifications, are ineligible.
3. Must be won three times by the same rider for permanent possession. Does not have to be with the same horse or in order of yearly dates.
4. The trophy will be awarded at the WPDA USEF/USDF Recognized Show. The Jennifer S. Wesson Memorial Trophy will remain in the possession of the WPDA, Inc., until is retired under the condition of #3 above. However, the winner will be given a souvenir trophy for their permanent ownership.

Photo above: Heather Soones, Lynne Kuehner, and Karen Puchalsky at the ‘07 WPDA Awards Banquet announcing a special award to be given to our dedicated President of the WPDA, Shannon Ingersol and also a  long time member of the WPDA. Way to go Shannon!