YHC
YOUNG HORSE CHAMPIONSHIPS
An event recognizing the young, breed registered horses of our sport
Introduction
The inaugural running of the of the Southern Stars Young Horse Championship (YHC) occurred in 2009. The first qualifier of this series was held at the Eldorado Recreation Reserve in Victoria with nine horses successfully qualifying. Further events were held in Qld, NSW, and SA. 24 horses qualified for the final, which was held at the Walwa ride in December.
The purpose of the Southern Stars Young Horse Championships is twofold. Firstly, it is a vehicle to promote and highlight the breeding and training of Australian endurance horses. The YHC series has been developed as a vehicle for this promotion by providing a series of events in which attention can be drawn to the achievements of the young horses.
The second purpose of the series is to provide a stream of revenue that is used in other programs developed and managed by the Australian Endurance Squad. These programs include the education and development of squad members and officials.
The structure of the YHC involves the nomination of horses for inclusion in the series, qualifying at one of the many qualifiers and then competing in the final. Special completion trophies are provided for each successful completion within a qualifier.
The series is proudly sponsored by Castlebar Endurance who also further support the series with the entry of a number of their young horses into the qualifying events.
Rules
The YHC series commences on the 1st January of each year with the finals being held at the end of the same year. Horses must have turned 6 by the 1st January in the year of nomination and must not have reached its 9th birthday on the day of the Final. The horse must be registered with a breed society to allow determination of age through the production of a breed registration certificate.
Nomination
Any horse Any horse that is to be entered into a Young Horse qualifying event must be nominated at least 2 weeks prior to the event. A nomination form, accompanied by the appropriate nomination fee and supporting document must be submitted. A registration card will be provided and this card must be submitted when entering the qualifying event.
YHC Ride Calendar
The calendar contains details of the FEI events that are holding a Young Horse Qualifying ride. For full details of the ride and any last minute changes or updated information it is suggested that contact be made with the Organising Committee.
YHC Results and Photos
YHC Contact
Linda Tanian
Email:
killara@wideband.net.au
Phone: 03 5199 2433
Mobile: 0409 415 355
Why not take up the challenge and see if your young horse can be Young Horse of the Year!