For Immediate Release
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Saddlebred Convention Deadline for Reduced Room Rate is Friday, February 5

Lexington, Kentucky - The site of the American Saddlebred Horse Association ASHA 2010 Annual Convention ampamp Youth Conference, the Marriott Griffin Gate Resort and Spa in Lexington, Kentucky, is offering a reduced room rate to convention attendees.

ASHA's Annual Convention ampamp Youth Conference is set to take place beginning Thursday, February 18, through Saturday, February 20. Convention attendees have the opportunity to reserve rooms at the Marriott at a discounted nightly rate of 99. The deadline to reserve rooms at this reduced rate is Friday, February 5.

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For Immediate Release
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

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USEF to Conduct Judges' Clinics at 2010 ASHA Convention

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Lexington, Kentucky - The United States Equestrian Federation USEF will conduct Judgesamprsquo Clinics in conjunction with the 2010 American Saddlebred Horse Association ASHA Convention, which is set to be held at the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa in Lexington, Kentucky in February.

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USEF will conduct Judgesamprsquo Clinics for Saddlebred, Saddle Seat Equitation, Hackney and Roadster officials. These clinics will be held on Wednesday, February 17, a day before the ASHA Convention ampamp Youth Conference, which is scheduled for Thursday, February 18, through Saturday, February 20. The Judgesamprsquo Clinics will begin at 8 AM and will conclude at 9 PM.

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There is room for auditors in addition to licensed officials and applicants for a full day of officialsamprsquo education. Registration applications are available at www.usef.org under the 2010 calendar in the Education folder.

ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp

For further information contact Chuck Walker at 859 225-6970, or by email at cwalkerusef.org.

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

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Saddlebred Bids Still Being Accepted Online in Texas Stallion Futurity Auction

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Lexington, Kentucky - The Texas Stallion Futurity Auction will continue accepting bids through Saturday, January 30, 2010.

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In preparation for the breeding season, bidding in the Texas Stallion Futurity Auction began in early January, and will conclude on Saturday, January 30.

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Among those up for bid are former Worldamprsquos Champions and/or Reserve Worldamprsquos Champions, or producers of Worldamprsquos Champions, Worldamprsquos Reserve Champions, or both, as well as some not otherwise available to the public.

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Said Sandy Currier of Bluebonnet Farm, ampldquoFor mare owners, now is the time to start thinking about buying a breeding. We have a nice select group of stallions to bid on at www.texassaddlebreds.com.amprdquo

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The auction is online, and bidding information can be found at www.texassaddlebreds.com/texasfuturity. Bidding will end Saturday, January 30, 2010, at 10 PM Eastern, 9 PM Central.

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For questions or addition information, please contact Sandy Currier at 832 244-5051, or by email at gotrotbluebonnetfarm.com, or Janie Hamilton at 214 478-0897, or dkhossaol.com.

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

UPHA Chapter 18 Spring Riding Clinic Set for March, Will Feature Clinician Ellen Beard of Stephens College

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Lexington, Kentucky - UPHA Chapter 18 has announced that Ellen Beard of Stephens College will be the featured clinician for their annual Spring Riding Clinic, scheduled for Friday, March 12, through Saturday, March 13 at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Virginia.

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The clinic will provide an opportunity for riders of all levels to polish their skills and learn new techniques from a gifted teacher.ampnbsp Classes will be offered for riders from beginners to advanced, privately or in groups, and driving lessons will be offered as well.

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Participants are encouraged to bring their own horses, but chapter members will also have plenty of quality school horses available for use in the clinic for those who do not yet own their own horse or are unable to bring their horse. The clinic will once again be held in conjunction with the American Saddlebred Horse Association of Virginia Convention, affording attendees the opportunity to participate in two events in one weekend.

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For more information or to make reservations, please contact Nancy Troutman at 540 384-6909, or Smith Lilly at 304 384-8800.

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Saddlebred Enthusiasts Needed to Volunteer for California Equine Affaire

Lexington, Kentucky - Southern California Saddlebred fans are participating in their ninth Equine Affaireampcopy this year in Pomona, from Thursday, February 4, through Sunday, February 7.

Equine Affaireampcopy, the nation's premiere national equine exposition and equestrian gathering, organizes four days of clinics, seminars, demonstrations and exhibits, with an attendance of over 100,000 horse enthusiasts.

The Southern California equine market is large and diverse, and this group focuses on the talents of Saddlebreds in all aspects of the breed, continually delivering an outstanding breed demonstration. This year, horses and riders from Bennett Farms, Majestic Stables and FireDance Farm will showcase their Saddlebred Stars on Saturday, February 6, at 4 PM, in the Carnation Arena.

Additionally, the Saddlebred Stars will be featured in the Breed Pavillion on a daily basis, with the ASHA sponsored breed booth. Saddlebred volunteers will be working at educating attendees about the breed by giving away free lessons on Saddlebreds, with the assistance of cooperating stables.

Volunteers are still needed to assist in manning the Saddlebred exhibit, as well as Saddlebred stables in the Arizona and California area, who would be willing to provide free lessons on Saddlebreds, in an effort to introduce newcomers to the breed.

For more information, or to volunteer, please contact Kathie Dunn at 949 586-0646, or by email at k-dunncox.net. For a complete schedule of events during the Equine Affaireampcopy, visit www.equineaffaire.com.

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Saddlebred Convention to Feature Dr. Sue McDonnell, Equine Behaviorist

Lexington, Kentucky - The American Saddlebred Horse Association ASHA has announced that Dr. Sue McDonnell, Founder of the Equine Behavior Program at the University of Pennsylvania New Bolton Center, will headline its convention in Lexington, Kentucky, set to take place Thursday, February 18, through Saturday, February 20, 2010, at the Marriott Griffin Gate Resort and Spa.

McDonnell is the worldamprsquos foremost authority on studying and understanding the behavior of horses across all breeds, and has particularly emphasized stallion behavior. She is the acclaimed author of ampldquoUnderstanding Horse Behavior,amprdquo and has worked with equine breeding behavior for her entire career. One of her renowned accomplishments was recommending changes to the handling of the Thoroughbred War Emblem, standing in Japan, who was purchased for 17.7 million, but had become a very shy breeder. Acting on her recommendations, his behavior was changed and he developed into a normal breeding sire. She has been known to make successful recommendations to stallion owners, including those of changed behavior due to aging, upon just being told the problem. Her experience is unmatched in the world.
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Dr. McDonnell will host an open forum on stallion handling on the morning of Friday, February 19, and is also scheduled to deliver the keynote address to the convention on equine behavior during the ASHA membersamprsquo luncheon on Saturday, February 20. Both presentations will allow for ample time to question and discuss problems and horse management with her.
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For additional information about ASHAamprsquos 2010 Annual Convention ampamp Youth Conference, visit the ASHA website, here.

For Immediate Release
Monday, January 25, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Saddlebred Annual Award Honorees Announced Crabtree Honored for Lifetime Achievement

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Lexington, Kentucky - The American Saddlebred Horse Association today announced its annual award winners, based on ballots tabulated from its board of directors.

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Nominees for each award are received from the general membership and committee volunteers, screened by the Executive Committee of the Association, and voted on by the full board from the candidates selected. The awards are presented at the Saddlebred Ball, to be held at Marriott Griffin Gate Hotel and Resort, Saturday evening, February 20, 2010.

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Honorees by award are:

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Lifetime Achievement - Redd Crabtree, Simpsonville, Kentucky

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Breeders Hall of Fame Inductee - Jim Orr, Leeamprsquos Summit, Missouri

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Breeder of the Year, 2009 - Callaway Hills Stable, New Bloomfield, Missouri // Kathy Capsuto-Walker, Shelbyville, Kentucky

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C.J. ampldquoJuneamprdquo Cronan Sportsmanship - Fred Sarver, Carlisle, Kentucky

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Mrs. Wm. P. Roth Sportsmanship - Theresa Vonderschmitt, Jasper, Indiana

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Meritorious Service - Kay Richardson, Bloomington, Illinois

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Wing Commander Medal of Honor - Fern Bittner, St. Charles, Missouri

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Gillenwater Family Trophy - The Raymond Bible Family, Morristown, Tennessee

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Gordon Jenkins International - James and Jackie Hale, Columbiana, Alabama // Yvonne Sohlberg, Ruda, Sweden

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Frank Ogletree Youth - Amy Hein, Nashville, Tennessee

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These Saddlebred ambassadors will be honored during the 2010 American Saddlebred Horse Association convention, annual meeting, and youth conference, February 18-20. The headquarters hotel is the Marriott Griffin Gate in Lexington, Kentucky.ampnbsp Links to register for the convention and make hotel reservations online are accessible on our website, at the previous link.

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Balch to Leave ASHA in February

President Judith Werner announced today that Alan F. Balch, Executive Secretary/Registrar of the American Saddlebred Horse Association/Registry will be leaving his positions in mid-February, after serving in them since April 2004.

"We'll be sorry to lose Alan, who has contributed significantly to our breed and our governing organizations for nearly 6 years now.ampnbsp I'm meeting with the ASHA officers immediately to get our search underway for his replacement," said Werner.

Balch commented, "When I came to ASHA, I don't think any of us anticipated my tenure would be as long as it has been.ampnbsp This is a good time to leave, since a new board and volunteer leadership will be elected and in place in late February, and they should be able to look at the challenges facing this breed and all horse organizations with a fresh eye and some new approaches.ampnbsp For my part, my decision will enable me to turn my attention more closely to USA Equestrian Trust, of which I'm president, and devote the time to those responsibilities they deserve."

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For Immediate Release
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Lexington, Kentucky - The 25th Annual Dr. Rick Luft Limited Breeders Stake of Wisconsin Stallion Service Auction will be held Saturday, January 16, 2010, at the Delafield Hotel in Delafield, Wisconsin.

The evening will begin at 4 PM with the Wisconsin Futurity Annual Meeting, followed by complimentary cocktails and silent auction at 4:30 PM. Dinner and awards will begin at 6 PM, immediately followed by the live stallion auction. The auction will feature many highly sought after stallions, the weanlings from which will compete for substantial prize money at the Wisconsin Futurity Horse Festival in 2011.

Any offspring of the stallions sold at this auction will be eligible for the 2014 Wisconsin Futurity Three-Year-Old Incentive Class, which stands separate from the Weanling Breeders Stake.

TheampnbspDr. Rick Luft Limited Breeders Stake of Wisconsin is the first of its kind, and since its inception,ampnbspmore than 1.5 million has been paid out to weanling and stallion owners. In 2009, the first place weanling won 28,800 with 7,200 of this amount being paid out to the stallion owner. The current list of stallions committed to the 2010 auction can be viewed on the Wisconsin Futurity website, here. Phone bids and major credit cads are accepted.

To participate in this event, contact Joe D. Russell at 815 341-6023. For auction and/or dinner reservations, contact Paulette Healey at 262 242-2559, or by email at phealey308aol.com.

For Immediate Release
Friday, January 8, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Lexington, Kentucky -ampnbspThe Executive Committee of the American Saddlebred Horse Association ASHAampnbsphas designated Regional Championship competitions throughout the United States for 2010.ampnbsp

For Immediate Release
Friday, January 8, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Lexington, Kentucky - Online voting for the United States Equestrian Federation's USEF annual awards, in which the American Saddlebred breed is represented by nominees in two categories, closes at midnight tonight.

Among the five candidates nominated for the Farnam/Platform USEF Horse of the year isampnbsp^CHOurampnbspCharmingampnbspLady, this year's winner of the Saddlebred Three-Gaited Triple Crown, and the only Saddlebred Triple Crown winner in 2009.ampnbsp^CHOurampnbspCharmingampnbspLady claimed Three-Gaited Championship victories at the Kentucky State Fair World's Championship Horse Show in Louisville, the Lexington Junior League Horse Show in Lexington, Kentucky, and the American Royal in Kansas City, Missouri.

With her Triple Crown winning appearance at American Royal,ampnbsp^CHOurampnbspCharmingampnbspLady has now remained undefeated in 34 consecutive classes, dating back to November 2006.ampnbsp^CHOurampnbspCharmingampnbspLady is owned by Jack and Donna Finch of North Carolina.

There is also a Saddlebred presence among the 2009 USEF Equestrian of the Year nominees. For his achievements in breeding, training, showing and marketing American Saddlebreds, as well as Hackneys, Dr. Alan Raun has been named by USEF as the 2009 recipient of the Bill Robinson Trophy, which is presented to an equestrian competing with horses or ponies across all breeds in harness or for driving performance in non-international competitions.

Dr. Raun's career with American Saddlebreds and Hackneys dates back to 1951, and as recently as this year he trained and drove 2009 Junior Fine Harness World Champion It's Dan The man, as well as Twin Willow's McDreamy and Heartland Undeniable, winners of the UPHA Roadster Pony Classic and Midwest Charity Hackney Pony Championship, respectively.

The Bill Robinson Trophy is one of seven distinctions that places an individual among the USEF Equestrians of Honor, and as USEF's 2009 recipient of this award Dr. Raun is a nominee for 2009 USEF Equestrian of the Year.

Any USEF member can vote for the USEF Horse of the Year and Equestrian of the Year. To vote for Horse of the Year, visit the USEF website, here, and forampnbspEquestrian of the Year, click here.

For Immediate Release
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Lexington, Kentucky - The deadline for submission of applications for the 2010 U.S. Saddle Seat World Cup Selection has been extended to January 15, 2010.

Applications are available online for riders interested in pursuing an opportunity to qualify for the teams that will represent the United States at the 2010 International Saddle Seat Equitation World Cup. The event is set to be held Wednesday, October 6, through Friday, October 8, at the Kentucky Fall Classic Horse Show in Shelbyville, Kentucky. In addition, the Saddle Seat World Cup will be a featured part of the 2010 World Equestrian Games Equine Village at the Kentucky Horse park in Lexington, Kentucky.

Riders from all Saddle Seat breeds are strongly encouraged to apply for the 2010 teams, each of which consists of five team members and an alternate. The purpose of the Saddle Seat World Cup is to promote the discipline of Saddle Seat Equitation on an international level. Horses from the Saddlebred, Morgan, Arabian and National Show Horse breeds will be used in the competition.

Complete details, selection guidelines and application materials are available for download at www.saddleseatworldcupusa.com. The deadline for receipt of completed application packets is 9 PM Eastern, on January 15, 2010. Interested applicants must submit completed applications, a 150 non-refundable application fee per team, a brief essay, letters of reference, DVD or video and two photographs.

The U.S. Team Selection Trials are scheduled for Friday, March 26, through Sunday, March 28, 2010, on the campus of William Woods University in Fulton, Missouri. The Team Selection Trials will consist of two days of competition during which riders will complete two rail sessions, two individual patterns, and one personal interview. Teams will be announced on the final day of the trials.

For more information on the U.S. Team Selection process, visit the official website, or contact Executive Secretary Christy O'Donnell at 813 760-0465, or by email at WCEquitationaol.com.

For Immediate Release
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Details Announced for 2010 All American Cup Stallion Review and Auction

Lexington, Kentucky - The 2010 All American Cup AAC Stallion Review and Auction has been set for Saturday, January 23,ampnbspat Claudia Sandersampnbsprestaurant in Shelbyville, Kentucky, where doors will open at 4 PM Eastern.

AAC is also now accepting reservations for its Stallion Tour, which will include stops at Sunrise Stables, Copper Coin Farm and Alliance Stud. Reservation forms and the list of stallions can be found at www.allamericancup.org.

Present on the tour will be well known Saddlebred personalities Don Harris and Mitchell Clark. In addition, toampnbspHarris and Mitchellampnbspbeing available for photograph opportunities, Andy Hartmeyer Johns will provide each tour member a card printed with a custom painting of ^CHSky Watch and ^CHImperator, to be autographed by these notable individuals. The autograph and photo session will begin atampnbsp6 AM Eastern on Saturday morning, as breakfast is beingampnbspprovided before to tour,ampnbspat Claudia Sanders restaurant.

Additionally, aampnbspdrawing will be held for an opportunity to win a custom painting by Johns, depicting the animal of the winner's choosing. There will also be a 2,500 AAC Scholarship offered by Oz Mutz and Jim Aikman.

For more information or questions about the AAC Auction and Stallion Review Tour, visit the AAC website, or contact Jim Aikman at 317 862-4341, or by email at allamericancupyahoo.com.

For Immediate Release
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Saddlebred Triple Point Competitions Announced for 2010 USEF Horse of the Year

Lexington, Kentucky - The United States Equestrian Federation USEF has announced the 2010 triple point competitions for the Saddlebred, Roadster, and Hackney/Harness divisions. Each year, the corresponding breed/discipline committees vote to assign ampldquotriple pointamprdquo status to a competition in each of the 12 regions. Points won at any of these designated competitions will count as triple points for the Farnamampreg/Platformamptrade USEF Horse of the Year program.

The 2010ampnbspUSEF Triple Point competitions for Saddlebreds are as follows:

Region 1ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp UPHA Chapter One May

Region 2ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp NWSA Fall Classic and Futurity September

Region 3/4ampnbspampnbspampnbsp Wisconsin Futurity September

Region 5ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp UPHA/American Royal November

Region 6/7ampnbspampnbspampnbsp Oklahoma Centennial April

Region 8ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp Rock Creek June

Region 9ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp Asheville Lions Charity May

Region 10ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp Southeastern Charity September

Region 11ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp ASHAV September

Region 12ampnbspampnbspampnbspampnbsp UPHA Spring Premiere April

For more information on USEF triple point competitions, contact Jennifer Mellenkamp, Director, National Breed/Discipline Affiliates and Youth Programs, via email at jmellenkampusef.org or call 859 225-6955.

For Immediate Release
Monday, January 4, 2010
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Lexington, Kentucky - Online voting for the United States Equestrian Federation's USEF annual awards, in which the American Saddlebred breed is represented by nominees in two categories, closes at midnight on the evening of Friday, January 8.

Among the five candidates nominated for the Farnam/Platform USEF Horse of the year isampnbsp^CHOurampnbspCharmingampnbspLady, this year's winner of the Saddlebred Three-Gaited Triple Crown, and the only Saddlebred Triple Crown winner in 2009.ampnbsp^CHOurampnbspCharmingampnbspLady claimed Three-Gaited Championship victories at the Kentucky State Fair World's Championship Horse Show in Louisville, the Lexington Junior League Horse Show in Lexington, Kentucky, and the American Royal in Kansas City, Missouri.

With her Triple Crown winning appearance at American Royal,ampnbsp^CHOurampnbspCharmingampnbspLady has now remained undefeated in 34 consecutive classes, dating back to November 2006.ampnbsp^CHOurampnbspCharmingampnbspLady is owned by Jack and Donna Finch of North Carolina.

There is also a Saddlebred presence among the 2009 USEF Equestrian of the Year nominees. For his achievements in breeding, training, showing and marketing American Saddlebreds, as well as Hackneys, Dr. Alan Raun has been named by USEF as the 2009 recipient of the Bill Robinson Trophy, which is presented to an equestrian competing with horses or ponies across all breeds in harness or for driving performance in non-international competitions.

Dr. Raun's career with American Saddlebreds and Hackneys dates back to 1951, and as recently as this year he trained and drove 2009 Junior Fine Harness World Champion It's Dan The man, as well as Twin Willow's McDreamy and Heartland Undeniable, winners of the UPHA Roadster Pony Classic and Midwest Charity Hackney Pony Championship, respectively.

The Bill Robinson Trophy is one of seven distinctions that places an individual among the USEF Equestrians of Honor, and as USEF's 2009 recipient of this award Dr. Raun is a nominee for 2009 USEF Equestrian of the Year.

Any USEF member can vote for the USEF Horse of the Year and Equestrian of the Year. To vote for Horse of the Year, visit the USEF website, here, and forampnbspEquestrian of the Year, click here.

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Lexington, Kentuckyampnbsp- The 2010 American Saddlebred Horse Association's ASHA Annual Convention and Youth Conference will be held Thursday, February 18, through Saturday, February 20, at the Griffin Gate Marriott Resort and Spa in Lexington, Kentucky.

The 2010 Annual Convention will not be held during President's Day weekend, as is customarily the case. However, Convention dates for 2011 and 2012 will once again coincide with President's Day weekend, scheduled for Thursday, February 17 through Saturday, February 19, in 2011, and Thursday, February 16 through Saturday, February 18, in 2012.

The day before the opening of the 2010 convention, Wednesday, February 17, will be devoted to a United States Equestrian Federation USEF Judges' Clinic, to which owners and all the breed's constituents are invited, as well as judges and applicants. Additional information and an application for the clinic can be found at the USEF website, here. USEF members can apply online, here. In addition, an American Riding Instructors Association Riding Instructor Certification Test will also be held the same day. The Test Center fee is 595, and registration must be completed 30 days in advance. For additional information, visit www.riding-instructor.com, call 239 948-3232, or email riding-instructorcomcast.net. Both events are at the Marriott Griffin Gate as well.

Registration for the 2010 Convention will begin on Thursday morning. Also on Thursday morning will be a Charter Club Council meeting, followed throughout the day by open committee meetings. On Thursday afternoon, there will be a Charter Club workshop, followed in the evening by a Welcome Reception, sponsored in part by the FEI Disciplines Committee.

The convention will continue on Friday with open forums, and is also the official beginning of the ASHA Youth Conference, which consists of multiple youth activities, generally including a field trip, as well as the Academy Awards breakfast and ASHA Youth Club Awards Luncheon. Details about speakers and open forums to be held Friday and Saturday will be announced shortly, and will be available on the ASHA website, here.

The conventionamprsquos grand finale, the Saddlebred Ball, will take place Saturday evening, preceded by a Saddlebred Cocktail Reception. The Saddlebred Ball is a remarkable production, consisting of fine dining, award presentations, an 18-piece band providing the music, and multiple large screens so the action will not be missed by any in attendance.

Official meeting materials will soon be in the mail, and will include youth and adult member registration forms. Hotel reservations can be made at the Griffin Gate Marriott by calling 800 228-9290, or online, here.

Convention attendees will have the opportunity to reserve rooms at a discounted nightly rate of 99. When making reservations by phone, be sure to identify that you are part of the ASHA Annual Convention and Youth Conference. The discounted rate will be available until Wednesday, January 27, 2009.

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

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For Immediate Release
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

For Immediate Release
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

Lexington, Kentuckyampnbsp- The University of Kentucky's Gluck Equine Research Center will be presenting a Kentucky Breeder's Short Course in Lexington, Kentucky.

The course is designed for farm managers and owners of all horse breeds. The intent is to provide up-to-date information on all aspects of horse production. Local and national speakers will lecture on topics such as reproduction, nutrition, health, pasture management, economics and marketing.

The course will be held Wednesday, January 20, through Thursday, January 21, at the Fasig-Tiption Sales Pavilion in Lexington, Kentucky. The cost of the course is 100, or 50 per individual day.

A completeampnbspscheduleampnbspandampnbspregistration formampnbspare available for download at the Gluck Equine Research Center Department of Veterinary Science page of the University of Kentucky website,ampnbsphere.

For Immediate Release
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Contact: Brice Carr
Marketing ampamp Communications Manager

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