New Hampshire Hunter Jumper Association March 2010 News
NHHJA Year End Banquet
NHHJA celebrated its “year end “ Champions at the annual banquet held at the center of NH in Manchest
er on Saturday, December 5. It was a “Silver Bells Ball” and the room, tables and prizes were adorned with silver sleigh bells for an elegant evening touch. A delicious buffet dinner was served and live music was provided by “The DogFathers” catering to dance enthusiasts of all ages. Unfortunately, the dancing was cut a bit short by one of the first major storms of the season, driving people home earlier than usual. It was a lovely evening otherwise, honoring our high point riders of all ages with beautiful prizes and ribbons.
In addition to the high point horses and riders, NHHJA does a wonderful job honoring people 
who give of their time and energy along with special recognition for high point trainer and all committee members. Among the recipients for these awards were VIP’s, Madeline Theodore and Mel Couture who give freely of their time for the benefit of the association. Trainer of the year was given to Gretchen Anderson and Jane Smith was not only the adult high point rider of the year, but her lovely horse Strictly Chocolate was also Horse of the Year. Kristina DeWitt took home top Jr. rider of the year, and Barry Spellman was nominated as the “Parent of the Year.”
The two $1,500, NHHJA scholarship recipients were Kristen Phelps and Julia Kaufman. Both students turned in wonderful essays based on a quote by Walt Whitman. The NHHJA is changing it’s eligibility status for entries, so please check our website for details next summer.
It was a pleasure to see all of the young ladies out of their boots and into semi-formal attire. Well done, riders and NHHJA for 
another gala event.
Plans are underway for a fantastic 2010 season. The NH finals will be back at the Cheshire fairgrounds on Columbus day weekend. The summer festival promises to be bigger and better than ever. Stay tuned, stay warm!
2009 New Hampshire Hunter Jumper Association Special Awards
High Point Medal – Gold: Kristina DeWitt; NHHJA V.I.P., Madeline Theodore, Mel Couture; Trainer of the Year, Gretchen Anderson, Junior Rider of the Year, Kristina DeWitt, Horse of the Year, Strictly Chocolate.
High Point Medal – Silver: Shelby Barden; NHHJA Scholarships to be announced.
High Point Medal – Bronze: Peter Salera; Adult Rider of the Year, Jane Smith; Parent of the Year, Barry Spellman.
Year End Awards
Lead Line – Emma Albertini, 158; Asha Wesoja, 124; and Charlie Adcock, 120.
Walk Trot – Amy Cohen, 226; Sydney Berube, 222; and Charlotte Capone, 166.
Short Stirrup Equitation – 1st MinLu Kelly Durham, 112; 2nd Dominika Silvestri, 90 and Ashley Sukis, 90; 3rd Jackie Nicastro, 72.
Long Stirrup Equitation – 1st Laura Masinick, 142; 2nd Amanda Schoefeld, 90; 3rd Dana Williams, 80.
Modified Junior Equitation – 1st Sarah DeLee, 108; 2nd Nicole Couture, 90; 3rd Katelyn Cristostamo, 86.
Modified Adult Equitation – 1st Brianna Rossignol, 126; 2nd Caity Gately, 96; 3rd Sue Berube, 48.
Equitation Under 12 – 1st Sam McGrath; 2nd Miranda Adcock, 130; 3rd Sara Severino, 110.
Equitation 12-14 – 1st Rachel Salera, 136; 2nd Kristina DeWitt, 98; 3rd Jesse Fortier, 86.
Equitation 15-17 – 1st Jayne Tynan, 98; 2nd Jessica Bowen, 96; 3rd Christina Severino, 78.
Amateur Adult Equitation – 1st Jody Albertini, 140; 2nd Jane Smith, 90; 3rd Kristen Phelps, 86.
Short Stirrup Hunter – 1st Logan (Duncan Nee), 182; 2nd Little Dash About (Taylor Svenconis), 158; 3rd The Butler Did It (Ashley Sukis), 140.
Suitable Hunter – 1st River’s Knickerbocker (Patsy Anacki), 188; 2nd Count Me In (Chris Phaneuf), 140; 3rd Bayberry (Dominika Silvestri), 128.
Modified Junior Hunter – 1st Cassenova (Nicole Couture), 184; 2nd Above the Clouds (Sarah Drory), 174; 3rd Feliziano Gee (Kasha Fonzo), 130.
Modified Adult Hunter – 1st Southern Bell (Caity Gately), 168; 2nd Nemesis (Lucy Davies), 142; 3rd PR Pandora (Meredith Stimson), 102.
Pre-Green Hunter – Verakai (Chris Phaneuf), 120; 2nd Twistin “an” Rockin (Jessica Elliot), 114; 3rd Atticus (Meredish Stimson) 106.
Open Special Hunter – 1st Strictly Chocolate (Jane Smith), 272; 2nd Robin Hood (Gretchen Anderson), 204; 3rd Eloquent (Jesse Fortier), 114.
Working Hunter Pony – 1st River’s Romance (Miranda Adcock), 282; 2nd Lotz Of Dots (Kristin Fleming), 196; 3rd Rootbeer Float (Sarah Sardella), 140.
Children’s Hunter Pony – 1st Siberian Stardust (Peter Salera), 272; 2nd Jump for Joy (Shelby Barden), 236; 3rd D-Bars Illusion (Kristina DeWitt), 186.
Children’s Hunter Horse – 1st Two to Tango (Kathryn Purdy), 256; 2nd Hi There (Sally Sadler), 186; 3rd Robin Hood (Hayley Anderson), 174.
Amateur Adult Hunter – 1st Strictly Chocolate (Jane Smith), 312; Gandalf (Cindy McLaughlin), 252; 3rd Independence (Shauna Moore), 138.
Pony Hunter Pleasure – 1st River’s Romance (Miranda Adcock), 136; 2nd Once Upon A Time (MinLu Kelly-Durham), 116; 3rd Know It All (Elise Albertini), 104.
Hunter Pleasure – 1st American Crew (Jayne Tynan), 140; 2nd Melky (Daryl MacLeod), 124; On A Promise (Kristin Wesoja), 84.
Puddle Jumper – 1st Woodland’s Eclipse (Marissa Parenti), 86; 2nd Only In Dreams (Amanda Arling) 64; 3rd In Like Flynn (Kristina Spellman), 60.
Schooling Jumper – 1st Kiss Me Kate (Kristan Gagnon), 182; 2nd Caught Red Handed (Amber Genest), 92; 3rd Super Sonic (Hayley Anderson), 72.
Open Jumper – 1st Kiss Me Kate (Kristan Gagnon), 124; 2nd Caught Red Handed (Amber Genest), 96; 3rd Alfredo K (Jessica Howland), 82.
Stone Pony Junior Equitation Challenge – 1st Kristina DeWitt, 224; Jayne Tynan, 223.5; 3rd Avery Appleton, 222.5.
Congratulations to all riders! We look forward to seeing you back in the saddle for 2010!
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