Awards | DSDCTA

Year-End Awards Program

The Awards program is very popular with DSDCTA members and is celebrated with a banquet and presentation ceremony at the end of the show season. The competition year begins on October 1st and ends on September 30th. Only shows occurring during the competition year will be included for purposes of the Awards Program. You can get details of the awards program and the rules in the current Policies and Procedures.

Although DSDCTA employs best practices to ensure that the scores are recorded correctly and calculations are accurate on the website and elsewhere, DSDCTA assumes no liability to anyone for any errors, omissions or changes.

Recognized Divisions

Junior/Young Rider

Adult Amateur

Masters

Open

Discipline Award Categories

Classical Dressage

Western Dressage

Combined Training

Horse Trials

USEA Test-of-Choice, Dressage Only

Sport Horse in Hand

Membership Requirement

Participants must be a member of DSDCTA in good standing at the time scores are earned.

Volunteer Requirement

Participants must volunteer a minimum of 4 hours at any club event.

Buyout option must be completed with regional chapter by 10/15 of the award year.

For more information contact your chapter via contact provided on their website.

Score Submission Requirement

All scores must be submitted within 30 days of the show date.

No scores and/or corrections will be accepted after 10/15 of the award year.

Scores earned at DSDCTA events are not automatically submitted.

Service Awards

The DSDCTA is a volunteer organization. Volunteerism is an important aspect of the social component of our organization. Many members find it enjoyable and rewarding to spend a few hours volunteering among like-minded equestrian enthusiasts at horse shows and horse trials.

DSDCTA Senior Volunteer of the Year Award

This award will be presented to the member who has demonstrated outstanding volunteer effort. Nominees must be submitted to the DSDCTA Board of Directors, in writing, by the end of the DSDCTA Awards Year.

DSDCTA Junior Volunteer of the Year Awadrd

This award will be presented to the JR member who has demonstrated outstanding volunteer effort. Nominees must be submitted, in writing, to the DSDCTA Board of Directors by the end of the DSDCTA Awards Year.

Special Awards

Elaine Williams Memorial Trophy

The Elaine Williams Memorial Trophy is presented to the Training Level rider who has the three (3) highest scores (averaged) received at a DSDCTA sponsored show.

The Debbie Lillibridge Award

The Debbie Lillibridge Award will be presented to a Junior (21 years of age and under) combined training rider who has shown the greatest improvement over the course of the year.

Jan Fernald Mentorship Award

The Jan Fernald Mentorship Award will be presented to a member who has displayed exceptional leadership, guidance, and mentorship throughout the past year. We will never forget Jan's exceptional contributions and leadership, and we are proud to honor those who continue to fill such a critical role in our organization.

Barbara M. Petti

Heart & Spirit Award

Each year a member of the DSDCTA who exemplifies the mission of the DSDCTA in their daily lives and distinguishes themselves by their actions is recognized by the Board of Directors through the Barbara M. Petti Heart and Spirit Award. Their achievements extend beyond the competition area to DSDCTA service, community service, and service to others.

The Wonder Pony Award

Inspired by Eeyore (pictured above with legacy member Linda Lester upon completing a Century Ride), the Wonder Pony Award recognizes a very special horse or pony whose accomplishments go beyond the show ring. This award recognizes a dependable equine that willingly accommodates riders regardless of experience or ability whether in or outside of the show environment.