An NAJYRC victory gallop (Brant Gamma Photos)
Special trophies and awards were given throughout the week. They were:
The Howard B. Simpson High Five Trophy, awarded to the volunteer who best exemplifies Howard's spirit of volunteering – Lloyd Landkamer
Style Awards
Jumping – Lucy Deslauriers, Zone 2
Endurance – Annie Whelan, USA Southeast
Dressage – Cassidy Gallman, Region 7
Eventing – Ella Groner, Area II
The Horsepower Trophy, which recognizes an outstanding horse from any of the championship disciplines who best demonstrates determination, courage, class, heart and the ability to inspire athletes and spectators alike throughout the competition – Paddington, Eventing
The Captain Andrew B. De Szinay Memorial Sportsman Trophy, given to the young rider who best personifies the high standards and virtues of integrity, sportsmanship, honor, courage, team spirit, good temper, and unselfishness – Sydney Collier, Para-Dressage, Team USA
The Caristo Cup, given to the chef d'equipe who best exemplifies Ralph Caristo's enthusiasm and professionalism – Abby Blankenship, Zone 5
The Albers Award, given to the dressage chef d'equipe who best demonstrates the same level of dedication, enthusiasm, and team spirit shown by Patsy Albers throughout the years – Leslie Steele, Canada – Alberta/British Columbia
The Pursuit of Excellence - Fiona Baan Memorial Trophy, awarded to the young rider in the dressage championships who receives the highest combined average percentage score from the Team, Individual, and Freestyle dressage rides – Natalie Pai, Region 3
For full results or to learn more about the Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North, please visit www.youngriders.org.
USEF Network presented by SmartPak has video on-demand of the top performers. Visit www.usefnetwork.com to find out more and watch!