2020 BARASTOC VRHA STATE CHAMPIONSHIP DERBY SHOW

VICTORIAN REINING HORSE ASSOCIATION 2020 Victorian State Championship

Show Southern Derby Spectacular 2nd – 7th March 2020

www.barastochorse.com.au

2019 Open Derby L4 Champion Badgers Next Revolution & Brett McDonald Photo courtesy Ken Anderson Photography

This insight still remains at the heart of everything that we do 2018 VRHA Open Derby L4 Champion today.

Gottagetagunner & Cameron Halliwell

5TH – 9TH MARCH 2019 WERRIBEE PARK NATIONAL EQUESTRIAN CENTRE | 170 K ROAD WERRIBEE | VIC Shane Watts Reining

HDC QUARTER HORSES

2020 Barastoc Victorian State Championship Show, Futurities & Derby Spectacular 2nd to 7th March – Werribee Park National Equestrian Centre – 170 K Road Werribee Vic SCHEDULE of EVENTS HORSE NUMBER COLLECTION TIMES: MONDAY 4PM-6PM | TUESDAY 10AM-12PM 1PM-3PM 4PM-6PM MONDAY 2nd March Bump In Arena 1 Open Pen from 8pm

FRIDAY 6th March – Commences 8am 13a. Youth 13 Years & Under 13b. Youth 14 – 18 years 14. VRHA Entry Level Ride N Slide 1st Go

TUESDAY 3rd March

15a. Intermediate Open

1.Training Class

15b. Intermediate Non Pro

Paid Times for 3 yr old Futurity Horses only at completion of class 1

16a. 4yo Open L4

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WEDNESDAY 4 March

16b. 4yo Open L2

2. VRHA Green Rider

16c. 4yo Maiden Open L4

3a. VRHA 3yo Futurity Open

16d. 4yo Non Pro L4

3b. VRHA 3yo Non Pro

16e. 4yo Non Pro L2

4a. Novice Horse Open L1

16f. 4yo Maiden Non Pro L4

4b. Novice Horse Open L2

17. VRHA Slide To State Show Buckle Series Final

4c. Novice Horse Non Pro L1

18. Non Pro

4d. Novice Horse Non Pro L2

Paid Times at completion of show

5a. Rookie Professional 5b. Prime Time Non Pro

SATURDAY 7th March – Commences 8am

*6a. 1st Go Round Open Derby (L4,L3,L2)

19a. Rookie L1

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*6b. 1 Go Round Non Pro Derby (L4,L3,L2)

19b. Rookie L2

* Aggregate score from 1st Go Round plus score from Open/Non Pro Derby

20. VRHA Entry Level Ride n Slide Shootout

determines the winner each division

(Top 10 plus Ties shootout)

Paid Times at completion of show

21a. VRHA Leadline 21b. Youth 10 yrs & Under Short Stirrup

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THURSDAY 5 March – Commences 8am

22a. Open Derby L4

7a. Limited Open

22b. Open Derby L3 22c. Open Derby L4 22d. Non Pro Derby L4 22e. Non Pro Derby L3 22f. Non Pro Derby L2

7b. Limited Non Pro 8.

VRHA Beginner

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VRHA Para Reining

10. VRHA Michelle Halliwell Memorial Rein In Pink 11. Open 12. Open Freestyle Paid Times at completion of show

Aggregate score from 1st Go Round plus score from Open/Non Pro Derby determines the winner each division

NRHA JUDGES Dori Schwartzenber — USA Dori has been a member and promoter of NRHA for over 30 years, along with husband Steve they have been raising, training and showing top performance horses and coaching Youth and Non Pro riders for the entirety that time. As the chairperson and member of the NRHA Judges Committee, Dori works to improve communication between all NRHA committees and the members who support the organization as well as championing the needs of the “grass-roots” reiners.

Being acutely aware of the need to introduce new people to the sport of reining in order to sustain the industry Dori has actively sought numerous opportunities to hold clinics, exhibitions and other horse-related events to bring in ‘new blood’. To that end, Dori has regularly organized and taught “Secrets of Judging” clinics, reining and ranch riding clinics.

Other factoids: Education: BS Colorado State University, MS Montana State University PhD Colorado State University, Natural Resources, Range Beef

cattle, Biochemistry minor.

Occupation: Horse (and people trainer)- nutrition specialist; Schwartzenberger Equine Applicable experience: NRHA Judges Committee Chairperson and Member, NRHA Worldwide judge AQHA Reining Judge FEI Level 3 Reining Judge

Shawn Church - USA Shawn Church Reiners is located in the heart of wine country in the gorgeous Willamette Valley at The Barn at Mountain Spring Farms, Oregan, USA This state of the art horse boarding and training facility is prime for producing top performance horses.

Shawn Church Reiners believes it takes the best to be the best and is committed to excellence in training reining horses and reining horses for sale.

2020 VRHA COMMITTEE PRESIDENT VICE PRESIDENT TREASURER

Wendy O’Sullivan Lyndon Hale Kristy Hobson Paul Barratt Samantha Smith Merri Moss Shane Watts Nadine Kay Chris Long

SHOW OFFICIALS & VOLUNTEERS NRHA JUDGES Dori Schwartzenberger (USA)

NRHA SHOW MANAGER SHOW PROGRAM

Shawn Church (USA) Wendy O’Sullivan Lee Erlin Debra Versluis / Brian Scarce Shane Watts Wendy O’Sullivan

NRHA REPRESENTATIVE ANNOUNCER PHOTOGRAPHER VIDEOGRAPHER

Lyndon Hale Mark Andrews Ken Anderson Paul Newport

NRHA SHOW SECRETARY SCRIBES

Victorian Reining Horse Association

Reining is a judged equestrian event designed to show the athletic ability of a ranch type horse within the confines of a show arena. Reining competitors are required to run one of ten approved patterns. Each pattern includes small slow circles, large fast circles, flying lead changes, roll backs over the hocks, 360 degree spins done in place, and exciting sliding stops that are the hallmark of the reining horse. Competition levels range from entry level reining to Professional

The Victorian Reining Horse Association Inc. was formed in 1991, is a thriving Reining horse Association based in Victoria Australia. The club is proudly run by members for members, The VRHA welcomes all Reining enthusiasts, parents, friends, supporters of all ages and abilities.

VRHA is dedicated to the promotion of Reining in Victoria. The VRHA hold many Reining shows at Werribee park National Equestrian Centre and training clinics throughout the Victoria, the club provides many event and achievement awards throughout all levels of competition and encourages participation from Entry level to Open, Para Reining and youth competition

STATE CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW

ABOUT VRHA

ABOUT REINING

www.vrha.com.au

The Victorian Reining Horse Association State Championship & Southern open Derby is the first Derby show of the calendar year attracting top level Reining competition, competing for prize money, trophy buckles, trophy rugs and many more prizes. The VRHA take pride in providing members and sponsors with the best possible event to showcase their products, services and horses. The event is held over 5days with a full slate of NRHA Ancillary classes, including 3 yr Developing Futurity, 4 yr old Futurity, 5,6,7 yr old Derby Open and Non Pro Aged Events

VRHA PLATINUM SPONSOR

VRHA ‘OPEN’ EVENT GOLD SPONSOR PRECISION METAL CUTTIN & GARDEN ART

VRHA ‘4 YR OLD NON PRO’ EVENT GOLD SPONSOR MELBOURNE EQUINE WESTERN TRAINING FACILITY

RITA MEZO | 0417 036 764

State of the Art Western Training Indoor Facility located in Sunbury Victoria

VRHA ‘OPEN DERBY LEVEL 4’ EVENT GOLD SPONSOR PINDARI PASTORAL COMPANY

LYNDON HALE | 0415 545 567

VRHA ‘INTERMEDIATE OPEN DERBY L3 ’ SILVER SPONSOR LAWSON PERFORMANCE HORSES

ROB LAWSON BUNGONIA NSW 0448 984 621

David Norbury proud supporter of

VRHA ‘LIMTED OPEN DERBY L2 ’ SILVER SPONSOR DAVID NORBURY TRAINING STABLES

of Barstoc & feeds Barastoc as part of his Training programs

www.davidnorbury.com.au Kinglake West, Vic | (03) 5786 5683

VRHA ‘INTERMEDIATE NON PRO DERBY L3 ’ SILVER SPONSOR SOUTHERN CROSS REINING HORSE ASSOCIATION

The Southern Cross Reining Horse Association is a non – profit association dedicated to promoting and encouraging the development of and public interest in the sport of reining.

The focus is on developing and maintaining suitable standards of performance and judging and in providing a fun filled, family orientated atmosphere.

www.scrha.com.au

ERIN KELLY 0400 382 667 www.equissage.com.au

VRHA ‘LIMITED NON PRO DERBY L2 ’ SILVER SPONSOR EQUISSAGE

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Impact Gel Saddle Pads, Western Clothing, Gifts, Décor, Tack & Accessories in store Factory 5, 6-8 Hogan Crt. Pakenham Vic | 0414 778 264

Tatura Pine Shavings & Sawdust ‘Rein In Michelle Halliwell MemoriaL Ladies

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•Buckle sponsored by Tatura Pine Shavings & Sawdust •Rug sponsored by Pam Spokes

This year marks the 11TH annual Michelle Halliwell Memorial Class.

The VRHA would like to thank all competitors who have supported this fundraising event over the past 10 years in honor of Michelle’s memory

Past Champions Year 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017

Horse CL Pretty Vegas Toccoa Something Lethal Low N Lethal Low N Lethal Tell Me A Story Tell Me A Story Whizzel Me Lucky Leos Little Beaver Mississipis Destiny 2018 Co-champions Lil Gold Digger 2019 Revolution Reddy

Rider Sonya Taylor Bethany Barratt Donna Sadler Donna Sadler Shelley Peters Shelley Peters Hannah Lloyd Mackinley Glover Sarah Harris Rita Mezo Lisa Lawson

‘Rein In ink

•Michelle

Halliwell Ladies Memorial Rug Sponsored by Pam Spokes

VRHA ‘4 yr old LIMITED OPEN LEVEL 2 ’ SILVER SPONSOR SERENDIPITY REINERS Greg & Carolyn Peters – Serendipity Reiners have a great venue just north of Sydney, easy access from the freeway, a large covered in arena and round yard. Greg has the patience when it comes to teaching horse skills and reining maneuvers, and is always happy to help. If your just starting out, or working out a new horse, Greg will help you build confidence and have a go!! Serendipity Reiners run many clinics throughout the year with International world renowned Reining Professionals and are totally worthwhile attending.

Greg Peters 0418 290 665 Carolyn Peters 0417 207 780

VRHA 1st GO ROUND OPEN DERBY SPONSOR SHANE WATTS REINING

VRHA BRONZE SPONSORS KOOLPAROO SADDLE & TACK 3 YR OLD OPEN FUTURITY

HOT SMOKIN GUN 3 YR OLD NONPRO FUTURITY

Bethlyndra Quarter Horses is the home of Hot Smokin Gun. He is sired by Colonels Smokin Gun, one of the greatest reining sires in history, and out of Lethal White one of the best producing mares in Australia Contact Paul Barratt 0418 534 544 to find out how to get your piece of a Hot Smokin Gun

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VRHA BRONZE SPONSORS GENETICALLY GIFTED YOUTH 13 yrs & Under

GENETICALLY GIFTED MISSION To grow and celebrate the Australia Reining Industry by connecting the world’s best bloodlines with Australian Breeders ethically, graciously and efficiently. Engendering confidence through a commitment to education and quality assurance Karen Callinan Director

NSWRHA YOUTH 18 – 18 years

BARASTOC ROOKIE L1 & ROOKIE L2

Brett & Khris HANDS

VRHA BRONZE SPONSORS Mc CORMICK EQUINE GREENRIDER SHOOTOUT

THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS

Shaw Palmer & Annie Kesterton Labertouche Vic | 0428 285 427

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THANK YOU TO OUR SUPPORTERS

Graham Cooper 0438 223 311

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Lyndon Hale Glenburn Vic

0415 545 567 AUS WESTERN SADDLERY McDONALD’S SADDLERY

STALL HOLDERS JUST WESTERN KEN ANDERSON EQUINE PHOTOGRAPHY

2020 FRIENDS OF THE VRHA VRHA FRIENDS OF THE STATE SHOW Susie Farquhar Judy Pepperell Silvia Fisher

Kate Liversidge Nadine Kay

Jacqueline Ragg Vicki Foot

STALLL HOLDERS JUST WESTERN KOOLPAROO SADDLE & TAC EQUISSAGE MCDONALDS SADDLERY BARASTOC AUS & NZ WESTERN SADDLERY TWO VIEWS EQUINE SHAW PALMER SADDLES

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

CONTACT

Aus Western Saddlery Ability Map Barastoc Brett & Khris Hands Bits Bruwen Quarter Horses Coopers Performance Horses Dave Russell Horsemanship David Norbury Training Stables Detector Inspector Equissage Genetically Gifted Coopers Performance Horses Hot Smokin Gun In The Pen Mag Just Western Ken Anderson Equine Photography Koolparoo Saddle & Tack Mane Attraction L & B Floats Lawson Performance Horses McDonald’s Saddlery Mc Cormick Equine Melbourne Equine Western Training Facility Nagz Bagz New Zealand Reining Horse Association

www.auswesternsaddlery.com.au Www.abilitymap.com www.barastochorse.com.au Khris Hands

New South Wales Reining Horse Association

www.nswrha.com.au

Pindari Pastoral Plumbing Force Precision Metal Cutting & Garden Art Roderick Insurance Brokers Southern Cross Reining Horse Asociation

Pindari Pastoral www.plumbingforce.com.au Precision Metal Cutting & Garden Art

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Paul Barratt 0418 534 544 Tania Hobbs Kylie 0414 778 264 Ken 0411 962 968 Evan Crick 0417 336 634 sales@maneattraction.com.au LItz 0419 009 660 Llawson874@gmail.com Trish 0436 488 851 Sue & Todd Mc Cormick 0409 492 958

Rita 0417 036 764 Lee & Clancy Erlin nzreiningassoc@gmail.com Secretary Lee Erlin nswrha@ gmaill.com Lyndon 0415 545 567 (03) 9722 2178 John 0417 456 803 Geelong 03 5226 5999 info@scrha.com.au Greg 0418 290 665 Shane 0428 401 921 heulereininghorses@gmail.com Cameron 0408 536 476 Shaw & Annie 0428 285 427