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LONG ISLAND HIGH SCORE AWARDS ASSOCIATION
2011 Rules and Regulations Effective December 1, 2011
POINTS RECORDER: Sally Rosenberg 516-627-1272/ 7010@msn.com
MEMBERSHIP: No show may be a member of the LIHSAA unless it is a Regular Member Show of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF).
DUES: $10.00 for each LIHSAA section offered, except Adult Amateur Hunters and Children’s/Adult Jumpers $20.00. In no case shall the dues for any show exceed $140.00; however, all shows must indicate on their membership application each section offered. Applications for membership must include the USEF Rating (i.e., AA, A, B or C).
Applications and dues must be sent to the Treasurer of the LIHSAA:
Linda Panetta
245 Mt Pleasant Rd
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Applications must be accompanied by the Prize List, completed application form, and fees, received no later than 15 days before the first day of the show. Any applications and dues not received before the required date will be accepted up until the date of the show at twice the normal fee for that show.
No refunds will be made for any reason. Shows that are canceled may apply dues to their next show. Shows which do not submit dues in a timely manner will be subject to fines and additional sanctions. Notification of any suspended horse shows will be posted on the Website.
PRIZE LIST: Complete class specifications for each LIHSAA section or class offered must be printed in the Prize List. If LIHSAA division and class specifications are missing from the Prize List or are incorrect a fine of $50 per incident will be charged. Failure to send a prize list to LIHSAA at least 15 days prior to the show date will result in a fine of $25.00 per incident.
In addition, the following entire statement must be included in LIHSAA member prize lists: “Member Long Island High Score Awards Association. All points won at this show will count toward the annual Long Island High Score Awards. In order to be eligible for an award in any LIHSAA section, the horse, pony or rider must have shown in that section in at least six member shows.” Any show failing to print the above statement in both their prize list and program shall be subject to a $15.00 fine. Any show, which advertises itself to be a member of the LIHSAA and has not paid its dues before the first day of the show, shall be subject to disciplinary action by the LIHSAA Hearing committee. LIHSAA recognized classes or divisions may not be combined with any non-LIHSAA division or class.
ELIGIBILITY: In order to be eligible for an award in a given LIHSAA section, the horse, pony or rider must be entered and shown in that section in at least six LIHSAA member shows. No year end awards will be given unless a division has run at least six times at LIHSAA member shows.
'Shown' is defined as competing in at least two classes in a division or section.
Results must be emailed within ten (10) days after the final date of the show and be in USEF results format. Results must include the names of all horses and owners including post and other added entries and scratches, and any changes or additions to the prize list. Note: If sections are combined, height of animal or age of rider must be included with the results. A list of all entries in classes that count towards LIHSAA must be submitted.
Results should be e-mailed to LIHSAA Points Recorder:
Sally Rosenberg
Thompson Shore Rd.
Manhasset, NY 11030
7010@msn.com
A fine of $25.00 per incident will be imposed upon any show whose results are not received by the points recorder within the allotted time, or who fail to submit complete results as noted above. This fine shall be payable along with dues for the following year before any negligent show will be permitted to rejoin the LIHSAA.
POINTS: This season’s point year will run from December 1, 2011 to November 30, 2012 to match USEF’s competition year. No credit will be given in any classes if less than three entries have shown and placed. ( For Childrens/Adult Jumpers see GR1113-GR1119, GR1133 and JP133.13 ) Championships in Hunter Divisions must be awarded in accordance with USEF rules in order to count.
HUNTERS: Points will be awarded in accordance with USEF GR (General Rule)1131
JUMPERS: Points will be awarded in accordance with USEF GR (General Rule)1133
EQUITATION: 1st through 6th place will receive points as 7-5-4-3-2-1 in the Mini and Adult PHA, Mini and Adult Hoskins Medal and Mini and Adult Cassidy Maclay classes. No points for championship or reserve ribbons in equitation sections.
DISPUTES: If there are any disputes concerning LIHSAA rules, any available LIHSAA board member must be consulted in a conference with the horse show Steward.
Refer to USEF GR1119.2. The fee to file a dispute with LIHSAA is $200. 'Final' point dates and the last date to file a question are published annually. All disputes must be communicated in writing. A dispute in this context refers to a claim made after the closing date for final points.
Failure to notify LIHSAA of a horse/pony name change within 30 days of the change may result in loss of points.
The rules of the LIHSAA, where not specifically set forth herein, and where a USEF Rule applies, shall be assumed to incorporate the USEF rule which shall govern to the same extent as if fully set forth herein. In all cases, however ,the decision of the Committee shall be final and binding upon all members and participants.
INELIGIBLE EXHIBITOR:
If a show accepts an entry and knowingly allows it to compete in a division that they ( horse, owner, rider) are ineligible to participate in and that division had sufficient entries (division filled) the show is subject to a fine equal to the amount of fees to enter that division. A first offense by a show will result in a warning, the second violation will result in the fine. In addition, the ineligible exhibitor receives no points for that division and any other divisions at the same show. All other exhibitors will have their placings adjusted if they placed below the ineligible exhibitor. There is no warning for the ineligible competitor. They are subject to loss of points for the first and any subsequent violations.
If a show holds a division with three or more horses and it is subsequently determined that one or more horses/ponies/riders is ineligible and this results in less than three horses eligible for the division, then no points will be given for any class with less than three placings. However if it appears that the entries were made in good faith then the remaining eligible exhibitors will receive show credit toward the required count of six shows for year end award eligibility. If there is a question about the relationship of eligible and ineligible horses and their trainers or owners then the LIHSAA board will rule on the situation.
YEAR END DIVISION SPLIT FOR PURPOSE OF AWARDS:
6 must be eligible for a year end prize in at least one section of a division in order to split a section.
Current standings of the LIHSAA points will be posted on our web site – www.lihighscore.com.
LIHSAA AWARDS are offered in the following sections and classes, the specifications for which are in accordance with the rules for USEF Zone 2,except as specified below. Please note: age of rider is determined as of December 1, 2011.
Short Stirrup Hunters (riders 12 & under) (LIHSAA specs)
Short Stirrup Equitation (riders 12 & under) (LIHSAA specs)
Pre-Children’s Hunter Pony (LIHSAA specs)
Pre-Children’s Hunter Horse (LIHSAA specs)
Children’s Hunter Pony - Small/Medium
Children’s Hunter Pony - Large
Pony Hunters - Small/Medium and Large sections
Children’s Hunter Horse
Junior Hunters
Amateur Owner Hunters
LIHSAA Special Hunters (LIHSAA specs)
LIHSAA Pre-Adult Hunter (LIHSAA specs)
Adult Amateur Hunters 18-35
Adult Amateur Hunter (35+) Note: if a show offers an additional age section, LIHSAA points will count toward the 35+ section
LIHSAA Young Hunters (LIHSAA specs)
LIHSAA Low Hunters (LIHSAA specs)
Children’s/Adult Jumpers
LIHSAA Jumpers (LIHSAA specs)
Performance 3’3” Hunters [NEW 12/1/2011]
LIHSAA Mini Junior Equitation (total combined points won in the Robert Hoskins Medal, the Hugh Cassidy Maclay and the LI PHA Mini Medal classes)
LIHSAA Adult Equitation (total combined points won in the Robert Hoskins Medal, the Hugh Cassidy Maclay and the LI PHA Adult Medal classes)
LIHSAA Pre Mini Equitation (LIHSAA specs)
SPECIFICATIONS AND NOTES
COURSES: Horses must be shown over a minimum of eight obstacles the required height in all sections. Exception: jump-off courses, High Jump, Six Bar and LIHSAA Short Stirrup.
RIDER ELIGIBILITY on PONIES: In accordance with USEF rules adults may show ponies in classes that are not restricted to junior riders, however that pony may not be shown in any junior exhibitor class at the same show. Ponies are allowed in the following LIHSAA divisions: SS Hunter, Special Hunter, Young Hunter, Pre Adult Hunter, Low Hunter, LIHSAA Jumper. See USEF rules for Zone and National divisions.
SHORT STIRRUP: A rider who enters and shows in the Short Stirrup Division (Equitation or Hunter) shall not be eligible to enter any other section or division at that show. Riders must be age 12 or under as of December 1 of the current show year. In order to split the section 8 are needed, at least 3 in each section. Section to be split by age. 10 and under and 11-12. Riders who accumulate 350 points in Short Stirrup Equitation are pointed out of the division and no longer eligible to show in this division at the end of the show year. Permissible test for the Short Stirrup Equitation is USEF Hunter Seat Equitation Test #1. (Halt and/or back). Courses for all short stirrup classes must consist of at least six (6) cross rails not to exceed 18”. In the Short Stirrup Hunter Section, courses must contain 1 change of direction.
Points for Short Stirrup Equitation will be accrued to bronze, silver and gold medal status as follows: Bronze Medal 85 points Silver Medal 200 points Gold Medal 350 points
LIHSAA YOUNG HUNTERS: Fences 2’6”. Open to horses/ponies eight years of age or younger. Horses cannot cross enter into any classes at the same show where fences exceed 3’. In order to be eligible for a year end LIHSAA award proof of age must be on file with LIHSAA or USEF. Proof of age needs to be supplied within 30 days of the first show in this division.
Combine
LIHSAA PRE CHILDRENS HUNTERS AND PRE ADULT HUNTERS: Allowed if one section has less than three entries.
LIHSAA PRE-CHILDRENS HUNTERS: Two sections must be offered: Ponies and Horses. If there are less than 3 entries in either the Pony section or the Horse section, both sections must be combined. Ponies to jump 2’ and horses to jump 2’6”. A rider who enters and shows in the Pre-Children’s Hunter Division must be eligible as a limit equitation rider for the current horse show year as of December 1. Riders may not cross enter into the Childrens Hunter division.
LIHSAA PRE-ADULT HUNTERS: Fences 2’3” - 2’6”. Open to horses and ponies to be ridden by an adult amateur rider who has not shown in a Hunter, Jumper or Equitation division with a fence height of 3’ or above within the last 5 years. Riders may not cross enter into any other division at the same show where fences are higher than 2’6”.
LIHSAA PRE-MINI EQUITATION: Exhibitors must be Junior Riders who have not won three (3) blue ribbons in any 3’ or higher equitation class. Riders who accumulate 250 points are pointed out of the division and no longer eligible to show in this division at the end of the show year. 1st through 6th place will receive points as 7-5-4-3-2-1. To be shown over a lower and/ or modified version of the courses used in the National Medal Classes (3'6" and 3' classes). Riders may not compete in the Mini and National medal classes at the same show that they compete in the Pre-Mini Division. Fences not to exceed 2'6.
Points will be accrued to bronze, silver and gold medal status as follows: Bronze Medal 65 points Silver Medal 125 points Gold Medal 250 points
Combine PreMini and Adult Equitation - Allowed if one section has less than 3 entries.
The LIPHA sponsors Equitation classes in several divisions. These classes may be held at any show, USEF member or non member as long as LIPHA permission has been obtained.
LIHSAA JUMPERS: Open to horses and ponies. Fences 3’ to 3’3”.
LIHSAA SPECIAL HUNTERS: Fences 3'. No restrictions as to horse/pony or rider, no restrictions as to cross entering. At the discretion of Show Management a Handy Hunter Class may be offered in this division. USEF specs ( see HU 122.6) apply. [NEW 12/1/2011]
LIHSAA LOW HUNTERS: No restrictions as to horse/pony or rider, no restrictions as to cross entering. Fences 2’6”. At the discretion of Show Management a Handy Hunter Class may be offered in this division. USEF specs ( see HU 122.6) apply. [NEW 12/1/2011]
LIHSAA ADULT EQUITATION DIVISION: Riders in the following adult equitation classes may not compete in classes where fences exceed 3’6” at the same show.
Combine PreMini and Adult Equitation - Allowed if one section has less than 3 entries.
HUGH J.B. CASSIDY III ADULT MACLAY: Open to adult amateur riders. All contestants are required to perform over at least eight fences at 2’6” with or without wings. A minimum of 12 riders if available is required to show at a walk, trot and canter. To be judged on seat, hands, guidance and control of the horse. The Under Saddle shall count 50%. Test 1-19. Only one rider per horse.
ROBERT HOSKINS ADULT MEDAL: Open to adult amateur riders. To be shown over a course of not less than eight obstacles at 2’6” which must include one combination including an oxer, and two changes of direction. Two or more tests of the top four contestants are required. Tests 1-19. Only one rider per horse.
ADULT PHA: To be run in accordance with current PHA equitation rules. Rider must be a Member of the LIPHA as of the date he/she competes in an Adult PHA Medal Class in order for points to count. Fences at 2'6".
The LIPHA sponsors Equitation classes in several divisions. These classes may be held at any show, USEF member or non member as long as LIPHA permission has been obtained.
LIHSAA JUNIOR EQUITATION DIVISION
HUGH J.B. CASSIDY III JUNIOR MACLAY: Open to Junior riders who have not reached their 18th birthday and who have not won three (3) blue ribbons in a any 3’6” or higher equitation class prior to the closing date for entries for this show. All contestants are required to perform over at least eight obstacles not exceeding 3’ with or without wings. A minimum of 12 riders if available is required to show at a walk, trot and canter. To be judged on seat, hands, guidance and control of the horse. The Under Saddle performance of those riders selected to show under saddle shall count 50%. Tests 1-19. Only one rider per horse.
ROBERT HOSKINS JUNIOR MEDAL: Open to Junior riders who have not reached their 18th birthday and who have not won three (3) blue ribbons in any 3’6” or higher equitation class prior to the closing date for entries for this show. To be shown over a course of not less than eight obstacles not exceeding 3’ which must include a combination including an oxer, and two changes of direction. Two or more tests of the top four contestants are required. Tests 1-19. Only one rider per horse.
MINI PHA: To be run in accordance with current PHA equitation rules. Rider must be a Junior Member of the LIPHA as of the date he/she competes in a Mini PHA Medal Class in order for points to count. Fences not to exceed 3'.
The LIPHA sponsors Equitation classes in several divisions. These classes may be held at any show, USEF member or non member as long as LIPHA permission has been obtained.