42/ SEPTEMBER 2023 THE RIDER ISHA to hold 2024 National Championship at Tryon International


Gladys, Va. – Sept. 8, 2023 – The Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) leadership has signed a three-year agree- ment with Tryon Interna- tional


in Mill Spring,


North Carolina, to host the IHSA National Champi- onship starting this season. The 2024 event will be held May 2-5, 2024. IHSA Nationals at


Tryon International will host nearly 500 riders from across the U.S. and Canada competing in all levels of hunter seat equi- tation on the flat and over fences and Western divi- sions, including horseman- ship, ranch riding and reining. To qualify for the event, the IHSA athletes will compete at hundreds of regular-season events, 39 Regional Champi- onships, eight Zone Finals and three Western Semi- Finals, presented by the National Reining Associa- tion (NRHA). Riders will vie for team and individual


championships, including the


coveted USHJA


Hunter Seat High-Point Rider, presenting the Cac- chione Cup and the Back on Track Western High- Point Rider honors. “We are so excited to


bring the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association National Championship to Tryon International, align- ing with our mission to celebrate all levels of equestrian competition and increasing the accessibility of horse sports,” said Di- rector of Equestrian Oper- ations Molly Oakman. “We feel Tryon is the per- fect location to host our nation’s top, collegiate ath- letes in both Western and hunter seat. We can’t wait to welcome all IHSA Na- tionals competitors and their families to North Carolina in 2024!” Located


in range, the


foothills of North Car- olina’s Blue Ridge Moun- tain


Tryon International hosted the


and team competition in hunter seat equitation, Western horsemanship, ranch riding and reining at nearly 400 member col- leges and universities. Membership in IHSA means that college stu- dents can participate in horse shows regardless of their experience or finan- cial status. Students com- pete


from beginner


through advanced with suitable, provided horses, eliminating the expense of horse ownership. Founded in 1967 by


2018 FEI World Eques- trian Games™ Tryon. The venue offers first-class fa- cilities for all equestrian disciplines, with 13 all- weather, state-of-the-art competition rings, an in- door complex, 1,400 per- manent stalls, miles of trails and grazing areas. The popular facility also offers numerous onsite


lodging options, eateries, retail shopping and family entertainment. “We are excited to


hold our first IHSA Na- tionals at Tryon Interna- tional,”


said IHSA


Executive Director Peter Cashman. “The opportu- nity to run two indoor are- nas simultaneously while focusing on each of our


feature classes means that we can be creative and flexible with the schedule and have a great audience for both hunter seat and Western classes. It’s going to be a great event!” The Intercollegiate


Horse Shows Association (IHSA) welcomes all gen- ders at a range of riding levels and offers individual


Las Vegas National Named a 2024 – 2027 Host for Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Qualifier


Las Vegas, NV – September 11, 2023 – The Las Vegas National, held in Las Vegas, NV, has been selected as a Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ qualifier host venue for the 2024-2025 through 2027-2028 seasons. A host of a Longines


FEI Jumping World Cup™ qualifier for more than a decade, the Las Vegas Na- tional at the South Point Hotel, Casino & Spa, is one of eight North American League events selected by the Fédération Equestre In- ternational to hold Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ qualifiers


through


2027/2028. Joining Las Vegas in hosting qualifiers are Traverse City (USA), Washington (USA), Toronto (CAN), Los Angeles (USA), Thermal (USA), Puebla


(MEX) and Ocala (USA). “As the host of the Las


Vegas National and more than a dozen rated hunter/jumper events in San Juan Capistrano, CA, Blenheim EquiSports is committed to continuing to bring high-level equestrian sport to the West Coast,” said Robert Ridland, Presi- dent of Blenheim EquiS- ports. “Our goal is to elevate the sport by creating high- caliber equestrian events that attract top riders and sponsors and increase the exposure of show jumping to the public, and the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ series is the among the highest caliber of competition that there is. We’re thrilled to have the opportunity to continue to hold a qualifier here in


Vegas.” The 2023 $226,000


Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas will take place on Saturday, November 18, during the Las Vegas National CSI4*- W, offering more prize money than ever before! This year’s increased prize money is an initial step lead- ing to the Las Vegas Na- tional’s commitment


to


hosting a CSI5*-W event beginning in 2024. Go i n g forward, the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas CSI5*-W will con- tinue to be held each No- vember


following the


Lillie Keenan and Agana van het Gerendal Z, winners of the 2022 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas. Photo by Andrew Ryback Photography


Toronto event and just prior to the Los Angeles qualifier, making an ideal two-week tour on the West Coast. With several additional CSI5* events all within easy driv-


4-H Canada Enters New Era |as Long-Time CEO Resigns


Ottawa, ON, Sept. 8, 2023 – 4-H Canada, a leading positive youth de- velopment organization in Canada, will soon start the search for a new CEO.


Current CEO, Shannon Benner,


has led the organization for over a decade, but will leave on Sept. 22, 2023, to pursue another opportunity. “We are grateful to Shannon for


her outstanding leadership and contri- butions to 4-H,” said Dave Hansen, Chair of the 4-H Canada Board of Di- rectors. “During her time at the helm, Shannon had the foresight to lead the implementation of a range of initia- tives that will serve the movement for years to come.” During Benner’s time with the


organization, a complete re-organiza-


tion was undertaken, leaving 4-H in Canada with updated governance, strategy, and programs, as well as strengthened partnerships and financial health. Under her leadership, the 4-H movement in Canada transitioned from a federated model to an accreditation model that requires provinces to par- ticipate in a process focused on ensur- ing national standards across the country. In addition, Benner’s influence


extended beyond Canadian borders as demonstrated by her election as the Founding Chair of the Global 4-H Board of Directors, and Canada’s host- ing of the Global 4-H Network Sum- mit in 2017. “Thanks to Shannon’s leader-


ship, the Canadian 4-H Foundation is


poised for continued growth and im- pact, which means that we will con- tinue to see amazing new leaders emerge from the 4-H membership,” said Ben Graham, Chair of the Cana- dian 4-H Foundation. “This is bittersweet for me,” said


Benner. “I am so proud of all that the 4-H movement has accomplished and know that the movement will continue to grow with the support of the many dedicated staff and volunteers across this country who are all highly in- vested in 4-H’s continued success.”


About 4-H Canada For 110 years, 4-H Canada has


been one of the most respected positive youth development organizations in Canada. 4-H Canada has 17,434 mem-


bers and nearly 7,000 volunteer leaders participating in more than 45,000 proj- ects. Our goal is to help young Cana- dians “Learn To Do By Doing” in a safe, inclusive and fun environment. We believe in nurturing responsible, caring and contributing youth leaders who are committed to positively im- pacting their communities across Canada and around the world. To learn more about 4-H Canada, please visit 4- h-canada.ca and follow our Facebook, Twitter and Instagram pages.


Photo at Right: After more than a decade at the helm of 4-H Canada, CEO Shannon


Photo Credit: © 4-H Canada Benner is moving on.


ing distance of Las Vegas, the coming seasons are shaping up to offer an un- precedented fall tour! Entries for this year’s


$226,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas and all classes at the Las Vegas National CSI4*- W, host of the Marshall & Sterling Insurance/ USHJA National Championships, can be completed online here. Riders wishing to par- ticipate in the Marshall & Sterling Insurance/ USHJA National Championships must complete an applica- tion form, available here, by Tuesday, September 12. To learn more about


the Las Vegas National, visit TheLasVegasNational.com.


Bob Cacchione, it is the oldest and largest intercol- legiate equestrian organi- zation with


8,000


members in 47 states and Canada. IHSA college and university team participa- tion is represented through


Photo courtesy of Tryon International


a variety of programs, in- cluding varsity athletics, academic departments and club sports. IHSA offers valuable hands-on experi- ence and professional de- velopment


in multiple


facets of the equine indus- try. Many IHSA teams par- ticipate in service projects, giving back to their com- munities. Through the IHSA, students enhance their college experience and develop the tools that help build successful ca- reers.


For more informa-


tion, go to IHSAinc.com or contact media@IH- SAinc.com.


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