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 IFSHA News
December 2010 |
2010 IFSHA World and Grand National Championship Horse Show, October 13-17
Del Mar Arena Equestrian Complex, San Diego, CA, USA
 A record number of over one hundred and fifty horses participated in over 200 Championship classes and exhibitions over five glorious days of near perfect Southern California weather. Friesian horses from all over North America, Canada and Mexico came together for a great horse show with an even greater cause, as this year, the event was run as a fundraiser for the Rick Roberts' Warrior Foundation. The Warrior Foundation is a Non-profit organization that supports multiple projects to help injured and disabled military heroes, our soldiers who have bravely served and sacrificed in defense of our country. It seems quite fitting that a show celebrating the War Horse of Old could help raise in excess of $20,000 dollars for our young warriors. This considerable amount of funds was raised through the efforts of all our generous sponsors and volunteers who worked very hard on this year's show. A very special thanks must go out to Rob and Tammy Hildreth without whom the show and fundraising would have not been such an overwhelming success.
California Horsetrader was the official publication for the show and did an exceptional job of promoting the show throughout the west coast. Dressage started the show off on Wednesday with Axel Steiner officiating. Many great rides were performed and good scores awarded. There were many memorable rides including Seelchen Feibush at Prix St George with Meinte, Karen Cornelius winning the USDF Free Style with Pieter Franken's Jouke and all the way from Canada the FEI Musical Freestyle champion Alwyn and Chelsea Balcaen. Gwen Blake, Kamila Dupont and Paige Ruhl were also among the top scoring riders. Dr Walter de la Brosse judged some very deep Dressage/Sport Horse In Hand classes and quickly changed gears officiating in the very popular Trail division. The Part-bred Friesian division was beautifully represented by a colorful group of quality horses. A stand out this year was the Morgan cross gelding, Beau who was shown to multiple Championships by Lauren LaVine for Carol Carfagno. Cassandra Adams showed several horses to many Wins including Chip Davis' unforgettable Storm Shadow and her own Aramis. Baskera Knight, shown by Darcy Edwards for Tracy and Stan Owens showed she has a bright future with several wins and the beautiful mare Bijou owned and shown by Dr Todd Browning followed her 2009 wins in St Louis with some great victories in Del Mar.
 It was a young black and white weanling Saddlebred cross filly that seemed to steal everyone's hearts, including the Judges as the breathtaking TDR Zivah The Diva won more than her share of Tri Colors with Xena Vimercati. This filly's sire Sjoerd is proving himself in the breeding shed and the show ring in a big way this year with countless wins in performance and halter. Tom Demyon made many great victory passes over the week and none more impressive than his wins with Willem in Halter and the Saddle Seat Division for owner Rena Bilodeau. Lance Bennett's entries from Friesian Focus were on their game as we have 2010 IFSHAWorld and Grand National Championship Horse Show, October 13-17 at the Del Mar Arena Equestrian Complex, San Diego, CA, USA. come to expect from his exceptional string of horses with many wins under saddle and in harness, including impressive amateur victories for Carson Kressley and Joan Fernandez. 
Koreen Greenberg's horses were exceptional as usual and her beautiful smile was contagious as she watched and won herself. Audrey Bostwick judged all the Carriage Driving events and pinned Koreen's Veteran Harem Champion in the coveted C o n c o u r s D'Elegance with friend Robin Woods-Wilhite at the whip. Other carriage driving entries that were a force to reckon with over the week were ValerieDaidah who showed a variety of entries to many wins and Chenoa Haluptzok with Abe Van Ypey who thrilled us all in all her classes. IFSHA was indeed fortunate to have a dream team of USEF Judges to serve on this year's panel. Bill Hughes, Richard Petty and Chris Bickford completed the slate of judges with Shirley Nowak as Steward and Doug Shane as Master of Ceremonies. Tim Keeling made quite an impression winning handily with several Dressage Hack and Show Hack entries.
Barend Schuursma came all the way from the Netherlands to ride and win several championships for Janna and Ron Goldman's, Black Sterling Friesians. Janna herself left the show practically undefeated in several divisions (in spite of a broken foot). Top Mid West and USEF Breeder of the Year, Jo Lynne Shouse of Black Dragon Farms brought her wonderful horses and people all the way from Michigan with big wins in all divisions from Dressage to Armored Costume. Bruce and Staci Griffin flew in from Virginia to show a myriad of horses for clients with excellent results and plenty of bounty for their hard work and talent. Rachel Stokes is no stranger to World titles but this year we believe she set a record that will not easily be beaten when she won the World Championship in Hunt Seat Pleasure Open on Mariken for owners Gary and Marilyn Lane just two weeks after bringing her new little girl into the world! Kassandra Sapia and her father Steven Young of Friesian Thunder were a force to be reckoned with in Show Pleasure  Driving and Country English Pleasure divisions. A great group of exhibition riders entertained the crowds on Saturday evening with performances by several breeds. Andalusians, Gypsy Cobs and Mustangs brought a great variety of talent and diversity that was much appreciated by the spectators who packed the stands. At the end of the last class it was announced that the show will be moving east in 2011 to the excellent facilities at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Virginia. IFSHA is already planning the 2011 event and is anticipating a great show next year!
For further information regarding the International Friesian Show Horse Association, please contact us in one of the following ways:
By email: ifsha@friesianshowhorse.com
By mail: International Friesian Show Horse Association PO Box 535 Santa Ynez, CA 93460
By phone:(805) 448-3027
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Welcome 2011 IFSHA
Board of Directors
President: Gareth Selwood - Fl
Vice President: Lance Bennett - Ca
Secretary: Rena Bilodeau - Wa
Treasurer, Leslie Burkhammer - Ca
Director: Joan Fernandez - California
Director, Randy Floyd - Colorado
Director, Koreen Greenberg - California
Director, Bruce Griffin - Virginia
Director, Sandy Jacob - Wisconsin
Director, Lauralee Martin - North Carolina
Director, Arnold Warmels - Kentucky
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IFSHA, PO Box 535, Santa Ynez, CA 93460 USA
: 805-448-3027
IFSHA Executive Director - Nancy Nathanson
Email: thepark@hwy246.net
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2010 IFSHA World & Grand National Championships - High Point Purebred of Show - Sjoerd
Sjoerd is a 5-year-old Friesian stallion sired by Tsjalke 397 and out of Anne G (x Teunis 332), whom we imported from Holland as a yearling. We picked Sjoerd out from a video of several colts that were being imported and we knew right then that Sjoerd was a very special colt. He has never once disappointed us, not in the show ring and not as a sire!
The 2010 IFSHA World/Grand National Horse Show was an extraordinary show not only for Sjoerd but also for his part-bred foals, who were able to be there to represent their sire in the show ring with great success.
This was a special show not only for Sjoerd but for Xena, Kip and their girls Tynan and Anaiah as well. Back in October 2007, Sjoerd and Xena competed at the IFSHA World/Grand National Championship Show in Missouri. Sjoerd won unanimous World Champion 2-year-old In Hand Friesian Colt, followed by two Reserve World Championships in Stallions of All Ages ATH and Baroque Stallions of All Ages, at just 2! We were thrilled with Sjoerd's success.
The moment we arrived home from MO, we drove directly to our horses. Xena got on a horse that was reported to have a problem. In a freak accident she snapped her right leg back 180 degrees from the knee down. This serious injury tore three of the four major ligaments that hold the lower leg onto the upper leg, fracturing her tibia, leaving her leg hanging on by a 1 1/2" ligament. The damage was so severe, the surgeon's prognosis was that Xena will be extremely lucky to regain any use of her right leg at all; she most certainly will not run, and she will not ride - never mind compete again.
Fast forward to October 2010 - 3 years of physical therapy, surgery, prayers, determination and Xena, coupled with one EXTRAORDINARY Friesian stallion named Sjoerd, compete together once again at the 2010 World Championships! They do not just compete, Sjoerd wins a total of 10 World/Grand National Championships and 7 Reserve World/National Championships in a strong field of very talented and beautiful Friesian horses! It is an absolute honor to be competing alongside some of the top Frisian horses and top riders/handlers in the US, and an incredible blessing to be named Champion among them!
Every class Xena and Sjoerd competed in, every call to center ring for the Championships roses, every ribbon and win photo followed by the thrill of the victory pass...was so deeply meaningful to Xena and her family, as it was so much more than just the thrill of victory; it was the thrill of overcoming and beating all the odds; achieving it all with the talented, sensitive and kind stallion Sjoerd as her inspiration with her family and friends supporting her along the way. Sjoerd's heart is huge and although Xena's leg will never be "normal", Sjoerd makes up for her inabilities by always giving her 100% in every class - every time, and he never waivers as he runs next to her in hand, or to her in liberty, or carrying her majestically under saddle.
Sjoerd did not only demonstrate his talent in one division, he exhibited his incredible versatility in a total of 5 disciplines with 4 riders, 2 of them junior riders. This allowed Sjoerd to be the recipient of the Jeff Wonnell Memorial Versatility Trophy, which was awarded to the Purebred All-Around High Point Friesian of the show. This was a very special award not only due to the strict criteria that Sjoerd had to meet to achieve this award, but one of Sjoerd's riders, Tami Martin and her family had been close family friends and Jeff had been vital to Tami's future in riding.
Tami Martin competed with Sjoerd in the final division meeting his requirement for this award. She was deeply moved to have been a part of Sjoerd's team in achieving the Jeff Wonnell Memorial Versatility Trophy. Sjoerd was also awarded two additional perpetual trophies. He was named the 2010 World/Grand National Shakespeare Hi-Point All Around Purebred Friesian Perpetual trophy for being the highest scoring Friesian for the entire show! He was also bestowed the Pamela Jackson Memorial Perpetual Trophy for winning World Champion Saddleseat Junior Horse. Three coveted and special awards, which our family will cherish.
Sjoerd was proudly represented by a few of his foals at the World show. His yearling son, Sjoerd Tsaar Prevails won 3 time World/National Champion and Reserve National Champion. TDR Zivah The Diva at 7 months old achieved incredible success at the show winning 5-time World/National Champion, Reserve National Champion and two Top 5s! Sjoerd's Pryvate Bentley at 5 months old won 3-time World/National Champion and 2 time Reserve World Champion. TDR Victoria Rose at 7 months old won 3 time Reserve National Champion and two Top 5's! Sjoerd's foals exceeded our wildest expectations. We are looking forward to many more show ring success with foals sired by Sjoerd. We would like to thank the IFSHA World/Grand National Show Committee. They put together and ran an incredible show and we sincerely thank you for the opportunity to have this incredible experience with Sjoerd and his foals. You created lifelong memories for our entire family and our friends who helped and supported us throughout this show.
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Carlos Estevez
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Carlos Estevez showed a natural talent for painting and drawing at a young age. His talent led to wide recognition in many art contests. Born in Colombia S.A. move to the U.S. in 1969 and Since 1977, Carlos has called Texas home.
He studied art, oils and acrylics at the Glassell School of Art in Houston. Sculpting clay modeling and mold making in Austin at the Elisabet Ney Museum. His love for animals is truly reflected in his work. Carlos is a passionate and genuine person. His vision, discipline and a childhood passion for horses and wildlife are reflected in his exceptional sculptures. In 1992 Carlos produced his first sculpture for business purposes to a company.
His work has been exhibited at numerous places: The Kentucky Horse Park, The American Quarter Horse Museum, as well as fine art shows and art galleries throughout the United States. He has being commissioned by several Horse Associations to design their trophies. On June 2003 he was Commissioned By Country Artist (a worldwide recognize company in the gift industry) to design 50 horse figurines for a series called "All About Horses."
His Collectors base are World Wide: In the Kingdome of Bahrain, England, Spain, Canada, Australia, Japan, Colombia, and Mexico which recognized by the ANDA (Mexican actors & artist association) to exhibit at their main hall "Salon Siqueiros"
His limited edition pieces are cast in Bronze, or Mix Media. On his Mix media Sculptures he hand paints each piece differently making every sculpture within the edition, one-of-a-kind offering collectors a unique work of art!
Featured and recognized for his work by:
Collector's Mart Magazine
Paint horse Journal
Today Oklahoma Quarter Horse Journal
Riding Magazine
Miniature Horse World Magazine
La Charreria Magazine
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2010 IFSHA WORLD & GRAND NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
HIGHPOINT PART BRED HORSE OF SHOW - BEAU
Beau is a 10-year-old Part Bred Friesian gelding (also known as Moriesian) owned by Carol Carfagno.
This year proved to be a special one in that Beau's "team" could all participate in the IFSHA World and Grand National Championships in Del Mar. Going into the National show, Beau and his trainer, Lauren La Vine, were undefeated in all of his under-saddle classes for the previous 3 years.
In 2008 he received the USEF Horse of the Year Award in Part-Bred Friesian Western and multiple USEF Regional championships. That same year he won several IFSHA High Point Championship Awards. In 2009 he received the USEF National Horse of the Year Award in Country English Pleasure Saddle Seat, Western Pleasure, and multiple USEF Regional year-end championships. In addition to winning several IFSHA year-end highpoint championships.
Excited to be at the show, Beau's team decided to demonstrate just how versatile he is. Beau's show started Wednesday with winning his first class, Dressage/Sport Horse in Hand, then moving onto Dressage, Training test 4 and First level test 4, Trail in Hand, Trail English. Ending his first day with 5 National Championships. Thursday was just as successful winning World Part Bred in Hand Halter Class and Part Bred Country English Saddle Seat. Friday was a tough schedule with 5 classes, starting the day with Part Bred Fantasy Costume, Part Bred Dressage Hack, Part Bred Western Open, Part Bred Walk Trot Open, ridden by Greg Steensen, and Part Bred Show Hack Open. Beau won all 4 World Championships and 1 National Championship that day. Saturday the streak continued, winning Part Bred Hunt Seat Pleasure Open and Part Bred Period Costume. All in all, Beau was entered in 14 classes and won all 14 Classes. Winning 6 National Championships and 8 World Championships at the IFSHA National and Grand World Show.
Beau was so successful at the show he won 2 highpoint Trophy awards:
Jeff Wonnell Memorial Versatility Trophy Awarded to the Pure and Part-Bred All-Around High Point World & Grand Nationals winners, which competed in at least 5 different disciplines at the IFSHA World & Grand National Championships. In honor of Jeff Wonnell, a world-renowned horse trainer. Purebred Trophy donated In Loving Memory by Melissa Wonnell. Part-Bred Trophy donated by Gareth A. Selwood
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Leoness Sport Horses Part Bred Friesian High Point Perpetual Trophy Awarded to the Part Bred Friesian All-Around High Point World & Grand Nationals winner, which shall also include at least one World or National title in any category and points accumulated in any part bred class during the World & Grand Nationals show.
This show was amazing for Beau, Lauren, and Carol, husband Dave, and Greg, an experience they will never forget. We would like to thank everyone involved with putting on this wonderful event, so beautifully run, so exciting for us all.
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Equestrians Of Honor named by USEF
One of the nominations made by IFSHA has been awarded the Vaughan Smith Trophy. This award is for the Equestrian who, in the opinion of USEF, achieved excellence in several divisions including Hunter, Western, Dressage to name a few.
Winner of this award is Lauren LaVine.
In all there are 8 Equestrians of Honor. These honorees are now in the running for
USEF Horseman of the Year.
This winner will be announced at the USEF Annual Meeting at the Pegasus Award Banquet on
Saturday, January 22, 2011 in Lexington, KY.
When voting opens at USEF be sure to vote for Lauren, "Our Equestrian of Honor".
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 About Lauren LaVine
Lauren La Vine was basically born in the saddle, since her mother had her up on a horse when she was only a few months old. She has been a professional trainer for 16 years and shows in multiple disciplines and breeds. Currently located at the prestigious Los Angeles Equestrian Center. You often will see Lauren riding western one minute, Dressage the next and than quick change to Saddle Seat always making the horse look the part.
Lauren has been very successfully in the Andalusian show circuit, winning several IALHA National championships. Her mare, Adelina RLA, with Lauren riding won the 2008 USEF Half Andalusian Horse of the Year. This year was her first time showing at the International Friesian Show Horse Association World and National Championship show. What an amazing show it was for her and "Beau" (part Morgan and part Friesian horse). She showed him in Dressage, Halter, DSH in Hand, Trail, Trail in Hand, Western Pleasure Open, Show Hack Open, Dressage Hack Open, Hunt-seat Open, Country English Pleasure, Period and Fantasy Costume. Together they won every class they entered, coming home with 13 World and National Titles and 3 high-points for the show. In fact, for the past 3 years, this dynamic duo has been undefeated under saddle in the IFSHA Region 10 shows.
Lauren always has a smile on her face and is quick to help whenever she is needed. She chaired the Andalusian youth committee in 2009 and 2010, while simultaneously performing in many charitable exhibitions. Lauren believes her students, especially the kids, need to know how to do all the disciplines. Growing up Lauren participated in Drill Teams, Gymkhana, Jumping, 4-H, Renaissance Fairies, as well as ETI. Currently, She is very active in the Andalusian world, riding in the Rose Parade and exhibitions. Often she is honored to carry the American flag in the opening ceremony of numerous different shows at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center.
The passing of Vaughan Smith was difficult for Lauren, as he was her mentor and was instrumental in teaching her how to adjust a horse to the discipline they were competing in. Vaughan's influence can be seen to this day in how Lauren trains her horses and clients. Lauren is honored to be receiving the inaugural Vaughan Smith Trophy, which is awarded to the best rider of any horse or pony breed shown in Hunter Pleasure, Show Hack, Hunter Hack, Dressage Hack, Costume, Side Saddle, or Western Dressage. This award qualifies Lauren as a semi finalist for the 2010 USEF "Equestrian of the Year".
Please vote for Lauren La Vine on the USEF website for "Equestrian of the Year".
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