16/ OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2017 THE RIDER


and Mary Schmidt, John Green, and myself held the first Youth Team Tournament Show at the Paris Fair- grounds. It was a one day show held in the two show rings in front of the grandstands, and at that time, held in September. There were about ten teams participating. Rib- bons were awarded to tenth place in each class, and we recognized win-


By: Sharon Wright Thirty-two years ago, Steven


Changing of the Guard for the Ontario Saddle Club Youth Team Tournament 2017 is the last year I


ning teams to third place with tro- phies.


size and, due to fairgrounds changes we went to a two day show, in the area now known as the John Green Valley Rings. The date was changed to the Civic Holiday week- end in August. The show now had anywhere from eighteen to twenty- five teams participating. Each class is still placed to tenth with prizes added to the ribbons. Winning


Soon, the show increased in


many volunteers and my heartfelt thanks goes out to all of them. Jack Mattice of Norfolk Saddle Club has been our volunteer gate man for the entire thirty-two years. He has al- ways kept


the show running


teams are placed back to sixth. We added a High Point and Reserve in- dividual placing in Western Per- formance, English Performance, and also have a Horse of the Child Trophy. Over the years we have had


smoothly making sure that the com- petitors are at the gate and in on time.


down, Cathy Cox joined John and I. When Cathy left, Dianne Robertson joined us. Carol Tisdale also be- came involved at that time. Carol makes sure everyone gets their rib- bon and prize and Walk/Jog com- petitors receive their medallion and participation gifts. When Dianne passed away, her daughter Megan


When Steve and Mary stepped


province. If they can come and place well in a class of fifty to sixty entries, they gain confidence in their abilities and feel more se- cure moving forward to a higher level such as breed shows, or other specialized events.


“stepping stone” for young competitors across


ship Co-ordinator for the whole thirty-two years; the one knocking on your door asking for sponsorship to make this show possible. The money is spent on prizes, trophies, judges, ring stewards, and other ex- penses associated with a show of this size. Thanks to the Paris Agricultural Soci- ety, the one thing we do not have to pay for is the grounds. They receive money for horse stalls that are rented that weekend, but do not charge us for use of the grounds; this is their sponsorship for the show. This show is like a


the


One for Mary Schmidt, one for Dianne Robertson, one for Brent “Butch” Burnett,- who was our ring steward for many years-, and the last, for John Green himself. John wanted the one at the end, so he could “see what was happening in all three rings.” I have been Sponsor-


needed shade, and he wanted memorial


the grounds you will see the four trees John and I had planted.


came on board. John Green passed away, leaving my- self, Carol, and Megan. As you walk around


John said we trees.


of the sponsors I’ve had the pleasure to work with over the years, and to the week- end volunteers who help to make this great youth show what it is. Your assistance has been greatly appreci- ated. Lastly I would like to thank all of the clubs and their representatives for their attendance, participa- tion, and help over the last thirty-two years. It’s like the end a long trail ride when you hang up your hat: a little tired, a little weath- ered, but content, and at peace; what a great ride.


will be knocking on your door asking for sponsorship. I would sincerely like to thank all of the companies, clubs, businesses, and indi- viduals who over the years have been the major support in keeping this show going. Sponsors are truly the back- bone, without whom, these events would not be avail- able for our youth. As they say, “the show must go on!”- and it will. Megan will be sending the spring letter, and later, the show package, the same as al- ways. In 2018, Samantha Anderson will be my re- placement. I have known Samantha for many years. As a youth she competed at Youth Team Tournament as a member of the Big Creek Saddle Club. She will do well and I am very glad she has chosen to become the Sponsorship Co-ordinator. Thank you again to all


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