A Sidelines Blog Sponsored by Blue Ribbon Scholars
 |
|||
 |
|||
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: The Championship and Final Entry
Wednesday, October 02 2013
by Sophie St.Clair Last week I travelled to Sacramento to compete in the USHJA Children’s and Adult Amateur West Regional Jumper Championship. The event was held at Murieta Equestrian Center in Rancho Murieta, CA. My week began Tuesday with our departure from South Pasadena, CA where my barn is located to follow my trainer David
- Published in What's Happenin'
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: The Countdown Begins
Tuesday, September 24 2013
by Sophie St.Clair The countdown to the USHJA Children’s and Adult Amateur Regional Jumper Championships begins! Last week I received a mail from the USHJA outlining the format of the week, the schedule of events and my teammates and Chef d’Equipe. I will be on Team Number 1 from California with Lauren Kee, Jayme Omand
- Published in What's Happenin'
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: A Champion Concept
Wednesday, September 18 2013
by Sophie St.Clair As a part of this blog series I wanted to share information about the United States Hunter Jumper Association’s Children’s and Adult Amateur Regional Jumper Championship. The USHJA views this program as an introduction to the team experience and an opportunity to identify and develop up and coming talent. What better way
- Published in What's Happenin'
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: The Trainer
Friday, September 13 2013
by Sophie St.Clair As I examine the last year of competition with Sjapoo and contemplate the experience I have in front of me it occurs to me that I am not alone in that process. Over the last year my trainer David Sterckx has been prepping in his own way. Originally from Brussels, Belgium David
- Published in What's Happenin'
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: The Letter
Saturday, September 07 2013
by Sophie St.Clair In my run up to the USHJA Children’s & Adult Amateur Western Regional Jumper Championship I have been waiting for two things most expectantly. First, to officially be invited to compete from the USHJA and Zone 10 Jumper Committee. Second, to see what my ranking will be when my points are tabulated.
- Published in What's Happenin'
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: Training to Stay Relaxed
Sunday, September 01 2013
by Sophie St.Clair My fingers are still crossed to hear about the invitation to the USHJA Children’s and Adult Amateur Western Regional Jumper Championship. Preparations this week included several calls and e-mails with USEF and USHJA to get the final points tabulation nailed down. Bless the people at USEF and USHJA for their patience and
- Published in What's Happenin'
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: In the Beginning
Thursday, August 29 2013
by Sophie St.Clair With September around the corner I am reminded of two things a) the mounting pile of biology homework I am to complete and b) the approaching championship. I am still waiting for my official invitation letter from USHJA, but am hopeful that it should arrive soon. Here, typing this article in the
- Published in What's Happenin'
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: Last Days of Qualification
Sunday, August 25 2013
by Sophie St.Clair The qualification period for the Children’s and Adult Amateur Western Regional Jumper Championships closes Monday, August 26, 2013. Points will continue to be tabulated to determine the top 12 riders and the makeup of teams. Alternate riders will also be determined once points have been calculated. Looking at the list of riders
- Published in What's Happenin'
Diary of a Podium Hopeful: Introductions and USHJA Regional Children’s Jumper Championships
Tuesday, August 20 2013
by Sophie St. Clair I’m sure, you’ve heard of the U.S. Pony Jumper Finals, North American Junior and Young Rider Championships and the prestigious Prix des States. Now, in 2013 the USHJA introduces a new show jumping championship to add to the list: The Children’s and Adult Amateur Jumper Regional Championships. Four competitions will be held
- Published in What's Happenin'