Lexington, KY – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is excited to announce the judges for the 2005 Adult Amateur Saddle Seat Medal Finals taking place at the Lexington Junior League Horse Show on Friday, July 15. The three judge panel will consist of Michael Craghead of Livermore, California, Kim Crumpler of Simpsonville, Kentucky and Tim Lockard of Russell, Iowa.

The USEF would like to remind all adult amateur Saddle Seat Equitation riders that there are several competitions at which to qualify. Remember that all ribbon winners qualify for the Finals and a win in a qualifying class does not eliminate a rider from participating in additional qualifying classes (see EQ118.10). Contact the following competitions to confirm that they are holding a qualifying class.


April 20-23, UPHA Spring Premiere (West Springfield, MA)
April 21-23, Missouri H.S.A. Kickoff (Columbia, MO)
April 28-May 1, Des Moines Springfest (Des Moines, IA)
May 11-14, UPHA Chapter V (Columbia, MO)
May 11-14, Bonnie Blue National (Lexington, VA)
May 26-29, Madison Classic (Madison, WI)
May 26-28, Tom Bass Classic (Columbia, MO)
June 2-4, Junior League of Springfield (Springfield, MO)
June 6-11, Rock Creek (Louisville, KY)
June 7-11, Germantown Charity (Germantown, TN)
June 14-17 , Charity Fair (Del Mar, CA)
June 16-18 , Carolina Classic (Williamston, NC)
June 22-25 , Tanbark (St. Paul, MN)

Make plans to be a part of this prestigious event where you could be named the 2005 USEF Adult Amateur Saddle Seat Medal Finals Champion. Awards include the prestigious USEF Medal, an embroidered USEF cooler and halter, a sculpture by noted artist Patricia Crane, and beautiful roses to celebrate your win. Following the Finals, the USEF will sponsor a reception for all participants, family, trainers, and friends. For additional information regarding the Finals, please contact the Breeds and Western Department at the USEF office by calling (859) 225-6986.
~~~For more information, please contact Sarah Lane, Public Relations Manager at (859) 225-6974 or via email at [email protected]. USEF press releases are available on our web site – www.usef.org.