2005 Charlotte Jumper Classic Fast Facts

EVENT: Charlotte Jumper Classic

WHAT: Preeminent Jumper Show in the Carolinas. An AGA event, FEI sanctioned, A Rated, CSI**** show.

WHERE: Charlotte Coliseum – 100 Paul Buck Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28217

WHEN: April 8-10, 2005

Friday, April 8, 2005 - 12:00 pm

• Amateur/Owner Competition
• International Competition
• Junior Competition

Friday, Evening - 7:00 pm

• Charlotte Welcome State Qualifier

Saturday, April 9, 2005 - 12:00 pm

• Junior Speed Stake
• Top Score Competition

Saturday Evening - 7:00 pm

• The Grand Prix of Charlotte Round One

Sunday, April 10, 2005 - 2:00 pm

• Charlotte Junior Grand Prix
• Charlotte Amateur/Owner Grand Prix
• The Grand Prix of Charlotte Round Two

ADMISSION: Price level one seating - $25.00 per session

Price level two seating - $15.00 per session

VIP SEATING: VIP Seating is available to sponsors and donors and includes Crown Club hospitality. For more information contact Monica Treadway at 704-713-1530, e-mail mtreadway@charlottejumperclassic.com or visit www.charlottejumperclassic.com.

PARKING: $5 payable at the gate

DIRECTIONS: From I-77: Take Exit 5 (Tyvola Rd.) off of I-77 and head west on Tyvola following the directional signage. Enter the Coliseum parking lots by turning right onto Paul Buck Blvd. approximately three miles down Tyvola.

From I-85: Take Exit 33 (Billy Graham Pkwy.) off of I-85 and proceed east down Billy Graham to the Tyvola Road exit. Turn right onto Tyvola Rd. and proceed to Paul Buck Blvd. Turn left into the Coliseum.

THE FACILITY: Charlotte Coliseum – www.charlottecoliseum.com. The Charlotte Coliseum first opened in 1988 as one of the largest arenas in the nation. It remains Charlotte's largest entertainment venue seating 24,000 spectators for concerts and high-profile athletic events. The Coliseum pulls fans from across the country to see stars of the sports world, including teams from the NBA, NCAA, and the WNBA. It has hosted the NBA All-Star game, the NCAA Men's Final Four, the NCAA Women's Final Four and several ACC basketball tournaments. The Charlotte Coliseum has attracted such major entertainment figures as U2, Garth Brooks, Eric Clapton, the Grateful Dead and Janet Jackson. Other major events have included Jubilate, one of the premiere Christian New Year's Eve celebrations in the United States, a visit by Mother Teresa, the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus and Walt Disney's World on Ice.

PRIZE MONEY:

Amateur/Owner Competition - $10,000

International Competition - $15,000

Junior Competition - $10,000

Charlotte Welcome State Qualifier - $30,000

Junior Speed Stake - $10,000

Top Score Competition - $15,000

The Grand Prix of Charlotte Round One

Charlotte Junior Grand Prix - $25,000

Charlotte Amateur/Owner Grand Prix - $25,000

The Grand Prix of Charlotte Round Two - $150,000

HIGHLIGHTS: Net proceeds to benefit the Bobcats Charitable Foundation. The mission of the Bobcats Charitable Foundation is to enrich the quality of life for those in need – with a focus on children and youth – and build bridges between communities. The Foundation supports organizations serving children and youth with an emphasis on literacy, fitness and wellness and exposure to the arts.

Thursday, April 7, 2005 – Rider Welcome Reception – Invitation only event.

Friday, April 8, 2005 – 5:00 – 7:00pm – Pre-Show outdoor entertainment and tailgating for tickets holders of the 12:00 and 7:00 session featuring a performance by renowned jazz singer Sibyl Lee English.

Saturday, April 8, 2005 – 5:00 – 7:00pm – Pre-Show outdoor entertainment and tailgating for tickets holders of the 12:00 and /or 7:00 session with a performance by Carmine and The Blue Moons and activities for kids of all ages.

Sunday, April 10, 2005 – VIP Donor Thank You Brunch – Invitation only event.

CHARLOTTE JUMPER CLASSIC
P O Box 240521, Charlotte, NC 28224
Tel: 704-713-1530; Fax: 704-676-4632
e-mail: mtreadway@charlottejumperclassic.com
Website: www.charlottejumperclassic.com