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Youth News - August 2011
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Meet the Q.H Transtasman Challenge Youth Team 2011
Ellen Osborne is 16 and comes from Matamata. Ellen goes to
Matamata College and after college would like to go to the Olympics
and own her own home. Ellen has been a western rider for 6 years
and her most memorable horse moment was graduating from ponies to
big horses. Ellens western riding goals for the future are to
be on the NZ Q.H Youth World Cup Team and to break in and train
a western show horse on her own. Ellen is looking forward to the
Transtasman because she gets to spend a whole week with Tania who
is managing the team and it is a chance to catch up with the Q.H
friends she made in Australia recently. Ellens Transtasman goals
are to learn all she can, try for a first or second placing and
to have fun. Ellen would like to thank her Mum and Dad, all the
youth trainers, Tania Mapp, Dave and Steffi Young, Mark Chamberlain,
the people who have let Ellen ride on their horses to help her learn,
Transtasman organisers, Q.H youth organisers and her own fantastic
horses.
Rachael Carr is 16 years and 2 months, from Taupo. Rachael
goes to Taupo Nui A Tia College and after college would like to
go to America and also get a University degree. Rachael has been
a western rider for 10 years or more and her most memorable horse
moment was when she could catch, saddle and ride her horse on her
own without Mum and Dads help. Rachaels western riding goals are
to make the N.Z.Q.H Youth World Cup Team, travel to Australia and
America for training and get hi-point awards on her own horses.
Rachael is looking forward to the Transtasman as a great learning
experience, a chance to catch up with Australian friends, being
part of a team and making great memories. Rachaels Transtasman goals
are to try her hardest and be confident and happy with all her patterns
and class performances. Rachael would like to thank her Mum and
Dad, her surrogate show mums Paula Hare and Tania Mapp, her friend
Kelsey Hare and all the trainers who have helped her to get this
far.
Kelsey Hare is 14 and almost 15, from Paeroa. Kelsey goes
to Paeroa College and after college would like to work as a horse
trainer, go to University and travel the world. Kelsey has been
a western rider since she was born. Kelseys most memorable horse
moment was dressing in show clothes and riding in the snow at Lochinver
Station on her birthday. Kelseys western riding goals are to make
the N.Z.Q.H Youth World Cup Team, become a trainer in pleasure and
horsemanship and travel to America and Australia to learn and train.
Kelsey is looking forward to the Transtasman as a chance to improve
her riding, have great fun, a good experience and to represent N.Z.
Kelseys Transtasman goals are to place in her classes and ride her
very best. Kelsey would like to thank her Mum and Dad, Tania Mapp,
Kimberley Anderson and Steffi Young.
Jed Southcomb is 15 and from Feilding. Jed goes to Feilding
Agriculture High School and would like to do an Enginerring Apprenticeship
and train overseas for reining and pleasure. Jed has been a western
rider for 9 years and his most memorable horse moment was getting
SC Made Ya Look, his first ever horse. Jeds western riding goals
are to get a world championship title to his name by training and
riding overseas with top trainers and then riding at the Q.H World
Show. Jed is looking forward to the Transtasman as a chance to meet
up with his Australian friends and to compete against overseas youth.
Jeds Transtasman goals are to have his riding recognised by overseas
riders and trainers which will help with his long term goals. Jed
would like to thank Dave Young, Ian Loader, Mark Chamberlain, Tania
Mapp, Mum and Dad as well as all the others who have helped in hundreds
of little ways. Also international trainers Martin Larcombe and
Mark Schaffer.
Emily Weibel is 16 and fromWaiau in the South Island. Emily
has been schooled through correspondence and would like to work
as a horse trainer. Emily has shown western for 4 years and her
most memorable horse moment was jumping 1metre bareback on her 13.2hh
pony. Emilys western riding goals are to breed, break in and train
a futurity horse of her own. Emily is looking forward to the Transtasman
because she will be representing NZ and is the only South Islander
on the team. Emilys Transtasman goals are to do well in her showmanship
and horsemanship which are two classes she really enjoys. Emily
would like to thank her amazing Mum! Denise Miller, Lyn Malcolm
and Danni Cummack.
Dan Carlisle Team Reserve is 16 and from Greytown. Dan
goes to Kuranui College and is interested in business/commerce and
would like to be a business owner. Dan has been western riding since
he could crawl and his most memorable horse moment was travelling
to America to train with Christie Wood. Dans western riding goals
are to train his own horse from scratch and successfully show it.
Dan is looking forward to the Transtasman as time away from school
with his mates doing what he loves. Dans Transtasman goals are to
be helpful and supportive and learn as much as he can. Dan would
like to thank his Mum and Dad, Christie Wood, Tania Mapp and Mark
Chamberlain.
Tania Mapp Team Manager
Dave Young - Team Coach
Trans-Tasman Challenge
This is being organised for the beginning of October, 2011, to be
held at the indoor arena in Feilding.
The criteria for selection as set out in the Youth Development Squad
pamphlets .
Must be a member of AQHA-NZ for two consecutive financial years,
being from 1st August 2009 .
Must be a financial member of the Youth Development Squad for two
consecutive financial years, being from 1st September, 2009 .
Youth must own and show their own Quarter Horse in a minimum of
2 youth events at a minimum of 5 approved shows for two years, so
that is 5 shows in 2009/2010 and 5 shows in 2010/2011 season. .
You must have competed at the 2010 AQHA-NZ National Show and must
compete in 2011 .
You must attend a minimum of 3 out of 4 of the youth Development
squad meetings. .
You must be 18 years or under as at 1st August 2011.
Some youth may not have fulfilled part of the criteria and will
not be considered for the Trans-Tasman Team, however that does not
exclude anyone to date from the 2012 Youth World Cup selection process.
It is intended at this stage that the Youth Trans-Tasman team will
be named at the April Squad meet. It is intended that all youth
will have some opportunity of receiving training in conjunction
with the Trans-Tasman challenge. All youth who nominate for selection
will be expected to provide a suitable horse for the Trans-Tasman
Challenge. NZ youth will not be allowed to ride their own horse
in the Trans-Tasman.
AQHA Youth World Cup 2012 Team New Zealand
All youth have received a copy of the Youth Development Squad
World Cup Qualifying Criteria & proceedures pamphlet.
The criteria for selection as set out in the Youth Development Squad
pamphlets .
Must be a member of AQHA-NZ for two consecutive financial years,
being from 1st August 2010 .
Must be a financial member of the Youth Development Squad for two
consecutive financial years, being from 1st September, 2010 .
Youth must own and show their own Quarter Horse in a minimum of
2 youth events at a minimum of 5 approved shows for two years, so
that is 5 shows in 2010/2011 and 5 shows in 2011/2012 season. .
You must compete at the 2011 & 2012 AQHA-NZ National Show .
You must attend a minimum of 3 out of 4 of the youth Development
squad meetings, in 2010/2011 and 2011/2012 .
You must be 18 years or under as at 1st January 2012. .
You must be a current financial member of AQHA from 1st January,
2012
The youth squad year starts 1st September each year. For those youth
that did not attend the October Youth Squad you are not able to
miss another squad meet and retain eligibility in this squad year.
Youth are able to apply to AQHA-NZ Council for dispensation in extreme
circumstances. This application for dispensation must be received
by the AQHA-NZ secretary in a timely fashion so council can discuss
and make a decision prior to the dispensation being required. AQHA-NZ
National Show Fundraiser Auction Youth are encouraged to procure
items for auctioning at the prizegiving dinner. We have already
received a handcrafted miniature western saddle from Viv Mortland.
Youth are also encouraged to explore other fundraising ideas, eg
raffles, treks, etc
Thank you
A big thank you to everyone who supported the youth, the youth world
cup team and contributed to the youth fund. Special Thanks to Alec
& Val Falconer, Eltham Vet Services Taupo WRC
Youth Team Selectors Required
We are looking for applications from individuals interested in being
selectors for the youth team for the 2011 Trans-Tasman Challenge.
Selectors would be required to evaluate the individual youth riders
capabilities, dedication and commitment. This should be evaluated
over the 2010/2011 show season, including the AQHA-NZ National Show,
and January & April Squad meetings. It is expected that the team
will be finalised and announced at the April Squad meet. Anyone
interested please send a letter of application and brief outline
of relevant experience to
Jan Robinson 1663 Ararua Road, R D 2, Matakohe 0594, Northland Phone
(09) 431 6061 Email robinette@farmside.co.nz
Trainers Required Youth Development Squad
We are looking for any trainers that are available and interested
in assisting at the January youth camp. If you are able to help
please contact Jan Robinson Phone (09) 431 6061 Email robinette@farmside.co.nz
Youth Fundraising Calendar 2010
Thanks to the wonderful support received throughout the country
for the calendar fundraiser, the Youth Development Squad will be
producing another calendar later in the year. The collection of
photographs can be limited so we are inviting people submit by e-mail
photos that they would like to see in the calendar. (Please remember
that if you send photos of another person, permission must be given
by them for the photo to be used). Please note that there is no
guarantee that all photos will be used but the more we have to choose
from the better representation of riders and horses can be produced.
Consent to publish the photos will be automatic on submission of
the photos.
Please e-mail photos to: garyh@holyoake.com as soon as possible
so preparation can begin on this year's calendar.
Thanks to everyone who supported the Youth Fundraising Calendar
for 2009/10 and for Gary Holder for all his work on this project.
We look forward to your contribution and support in this coming
year.
Trans Tasman Challenge Report
NZ Amateur Team - photo thanks to past AQHA-NZ member
Michele Crawford now living in Aussie
L-R
Fiona Mapp, Jo Le Quesne, Gordon Johnson, Vicky Evans, Peter Drake,
Dave Young holding flag
Report from Dave Young - Manager
I
would have to say NZ should be very proud of the Amateur and Youth
teams that traveled to Tonimbuk last week. The horses were varied
in sizes and stages of training and were a case of luck of the draw.
All riders were very fortunate indeed as the Australian QHA had
obtained the services of Brendan Brown from Gainesville Texas a
trainer who specializes in training Amateur and Youth riders. He
was an excellent clinician and was also the judge. The clinics alone
made the trip a great experience.
Results of the Youth.
Showmanship- 3rd Kimberley 5th Kayla 6th Kristin 7th Hope 8th Georgia
Horsemanship- 1st Kimberley 5th Kristin 6th Georgia 9th Kayla 10th
Hope
Trail 2nd Kimberley 4th Hope 5th Kayla Unfortunately Kristin and
Georgia were judged off pattern.
Western Pleasure 1st Kimberley 2nd Kayla 5th Kristin 9th Hope
10th Georgia
Hunter under saddle - 3rd Kayla 6th Georgia 7th Kimberley 8th Hope
9th Kristin
Hunt Seat Equitation 2nd Kimberley 3rd Kayla 5th Georgia 6th Kristin
7th Hope
The youth really dug deep in the last class being 19 points down
and clawed 9pts back to end 10 points down a fantastic result.
Josh had a great show, as reserve he was able to ride in the show
itself and thanks to Trish Wettenhall a lady who rode in the select
amateur classes was kind enough to loan her good horse to Josh.
Josh's results from Tonimbuk: * AQHA QH Gelding 4 years & over:
3rd * Showmanship at Halter All Age Youth 4th * Trail All Age youth
5th * Trail Senior Horse 7th * Western Pleasure All Age youth 7th
* Western Horsemanship All Age youth 7th * Hunter Under saddle All
Age Youth 4th * Hunt Seat Equitation All Age youth 6th
Results of Amateurs
Showmanship 4th Fiona 5th Gordon 7th Vicki 8th Peter 10th Jo (the
horse jumped on her foot 5 minutes before the class ouch!)
Horsemanship 4th Jo 6th Peter 7th Fiona 9th Gordon 10th Vicki
Trail 3rd Fiona 5th Peter 6th Jo 8th Vicki (unfortunately Gordon
was judged off pattern)
Western Pleasure 2nd Jo 4th Gordon 5th Fiona 7th Peter 10th Vicki
Hunter under saddle 2nd Gordon!!! This is not a typo, 3rd Vicki
6th Fiona 7th Peter 9th Jo
Hunt Seat Equitation 3rd Jo 4th Vicki 5th Fiona 7th Peter 10th
Gordon
Well done everybody. I am sure everyone is already planning for
the next one. Thanks to Mark for coaching the amateurs and to the
parents and helpers who made this trip a memorable one. The Australian
QHA needs a big thank you for help making this great event become
a reality.
Regards, Dave Young
Our Youth team rode
the following horses:
Clairveaux
Cadilac - Georgia Higgins
ZP Zips Boomer - Hope Kena
Annlee Top Secret - Kristin Gribble-Bowring
Blazing Hot Parr - Kayla Drake
Yulgilbar Kahlua Boy - Kimberley Anderson
Our Amateur team rode the following horses:
Infinitely Sweet (owned by Sue Temperton) - Peter Drake
Triandibo Incede - Jo Le Quesne
Triandibo Jewelynx - Fiona Mapp
Triandibo Intoxicating - Vicky Evans
Radical Jetsetter - Gordon Johnson
Triandibo Interlynx - Lisa Knowles
If you are interested and want to look up these horses to see what
they've done check out the Australian online studbook here
 Quarter
Horse Youth programme
The AQHA-NZ runs a very active programme for riders 18 and under,
including the opportunity to travel overseas to train and compete
in both the Youth World Cup and the
Australian Challenge. Good sportsmanship, unequalled competition,
team spirit and lots of good fun have made these events that teens
look forward to as a highlight of their Youth career.
AQHA-NZ Youth Development Programme
The squad meets four times a year in school holidays for training
and other activities. Whether you have your sights set on the World
Cup or the Australian Challenge (in which case you must be a squad
member) or just want to improve your riding skills and have fun,
this is the place to do it.
Details:
What is it?
The youth development programme (known as the youth squad) has been
developed through the AQHA-NZ for all youth, regardless of age and
location, who own and ride a quarter horse.
Purpose
To provide training and development opportunities four times per
year to youth riders at different locations throughout New Zealand.
These have predominantly been in the North Island due to the majority
of its members being in this location.
Can anyone join?
This programme is open to all youth riders aged 18years and under
who own (have their quarter horse in their name) and ride a quarter
horse.
What does the programme offer?
* Great new friendships and team building activities.
* Four training and development weekends throughout the year. These
weekends are always the middle weekend of the school holidays with
the youth camp being held early January for all youth to attend
(members and non-members).
* Quality training techniques by professional trainers and ex-youth
who share their knowledge and experience to improve the riding ability
of the youth.
* Opportunities to represent New Zealand both within New Zealand
and overseas.
* To be part of a dynamic and enthusiastic group of youth working
towards bettering their riding skills and abilities in all areas
of Western Riding.
How much does it cost?
A fee of $100 per year will include all of the above. There is a
small additional cost of $15 for the youth camp in January due to
extra time and costs. Fees are payable by September 1st for the
year.
Can I come and see before I join?
Any youth are welcome to come to any of the weekend meets and see
what the youth are involved in. There is a cost of $25 for the weekend
and if you join, this will be deducted from the annual fee.
Contact: for any enquiries or questions, don't
hesitate to contact Jan Waldock (Youth Director)
Qualifying procedures for 2011 Australian Challenge and/or 2012
AQHA Youth World Cup (these events are independent of one another)
Criteria for selection eligibility for these events are as follows:
- Membership of the AQHA-NZ for the 2009-2011 years for Australian
Challenge and for the 2010-2012 years for the World Cup
- Payment of $100.00 by 1 September 2010 - cheques payable to
AQHA-NZ and mailed to the youth director
with your name, address, birth date and phone number
- Requirement for 2012 World Cup: You must nominate yourself
for the YWC 2 years prior to the event, by 1 September 2010 with
a nomination fee of $150 to be paid.
- Member of the Youth Development Squad by 1 September 2009 for
Australian Challenge or 1 September 2010 for World Cup. In the
case of injury or illness to your horse it will be necessary to
apply to the AQHA-NZ for dispensation and make every endeavour
to lease a horse and show it for the remainder of that season
- Compete at the 2010 & 2011 AQHA-NZ Quarter Horse Nationals
for the Australian Challenge. Compete at the 2011 & 2012 AQHA-NZ
Quarter Horse Nationals for the World Cup
- Compete in a minimum of two youth events in each of at least
five AQHA-NZ approved shows each season, in addition to National
Shows on your own registered Quarter Horse
- Attend at least 75% of Training Squad sessions per year. There
will be a minimum of four weekend sessions per year including
the QH Youth Camp held at Taupo in January.
- Those chosen to represent NZ are to attend all training sessions
prior to departure to the Youth World Cup
The selectors wil carry out interviews, look at leadership skills,
your ability to ride unfamiliar horses, ability to work within a
team, social and physical maturity, toughness and general fitness,
commitment to the Quarter Horse and AQHA-NZ and your riding success
throughout the two years prior to the World Cup.
If eligible for selection for the World Cup team, you will be interviewed
at the QH Youth Camp in January. At the camp you will be expected
to ride a variety of horses to show the selectors how well you can
manage your mounts.
The team for the World Cup will be announced at the 2012 National
Show during the prize giving ceremony following the show and the
team for the Australian Challenge will be announced at the 2011
National Show.
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