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Randolph College Pledges Support of USEF National Junior Jumper Championships and Pessoa/USEF National Hunter Seat Medal Finals

by USEF Communications | Jun 16, 2010, 9:21 AM

Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that Randolph College, of Lynchburg, Virginia, has signed on as the title sponsor of the USEF National Junior Jumper Championships, as well as presenting sponsor of the Pessoa/USEF National Hunter Seat Medal Finals.

Located near the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains, Randolph College boasts one of America's top-ranked equestrian programs, with a long history of excellence. As a member of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC), Randolph College competes with 12 area colleges and enters regional and national competitions, including USEF Licensed Competitions.

"Randolph College is excited to play a part in presenting such high caliber events as the USEF National Junior Jumper Championships and the Pessoa/USEF National Hunter Seat Medal Finals," shared J.T. Tallon, Director of Riding at the school. "At Randolph College, our historic riding program is structured to provide the serious rider with everything she or he needs to succeed, including access to first-rate facilities. Whether they are in the classroom or in the ring, Randolph College students receive the highest caliber instruction and individualized attention."

Positioned on 100 acres of unmarred countryside, the facilities include an indoor arena, jumping amphitheatre, outdoor rings, 40-stall barn and more than 30 quality school horses. The equestrian program at Randolph College offers weekly training for college credit, special coaching and clinics, as well as the added option of unlimited riding.

For more information about Randolph College, visit: www.RandolphCollege.edu; for information about its prestigious riding program, visit: http://wildcats.randolphcollege.edu/riding/

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For additional information regarding the Randolph College/USEF National Junior Jumper Championships, taking place October 14-16 at the historic Pennsylvania National Horse Show in Harrisburg, PA, visit www.usef.org, or click here for the direct link.

For additional information on the Pessoa/USEF National Hunter Seat Medal Finals, presented by Randolph College, taking place October 17, also at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, visit www.usef.org, or click here for the direct link.