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International Para-Equestrian Competition Begins at Gold Coast Dressage Opener CPEDI3*
Friday, January 20, 2012
Posted by Lindsay McCall for the USPEA



James Dwyer (Grade IV Ireland) and Orlando (Photo: © Lindsay Y McCall for the United States Para-Equestrian Association)

Mary Jordan (Grade IV U.S.A.) and Sebastian (Photo: © Lindsay Y McCall for the United States Para-Equestrian Association)
Mary has kept a tight schedule since December when she headed to Melbourne, Australia. "I went from Australia, to having Christmas, and then shipped both horses, Sebastian and P. Sparrow Socks to Florida," commented Mary. "It definitely took a lot of work to get down here but it was worth it. There is no substitute for becoming seasoned, the more experience we get and the more competitive mileage we gain at this level will continue to help us grow as individuals and as a team."

Jonathan Wentz (Grade Ib U.S.A.) and NTEC Richter Scale. (Photo: © Lindsay Y McCall for the United States Para-Equestrian Association)
He continued, "I am looking forward to the rest of this weekend and especially next week's CPEDI3*. Saturday's individual test ramps up even more, the turns become tighter, and each test presents a new set of challenges. For me it's about keeping steady and working hard, and those goals come easy with my trainer Kai Handt, his assistant Coach Happy Comly, and of course owners Julia Handt and Rachel Zent."

Dale Dedrick (Grade II U.S.A.) and Bonifatius. (Photo: © Lindsay Y McCall for the United States Para-Equestrian Association)

Rebecca Hart (Grade II U.S.A.) and Lord Ludger. (Photo: © Lindsay Y McCall for the United States Para-Equestrian Association)
Representing the Canadian team at the Gold Coast Dressage Opener CPEDI3* was Madison Lawson on McGuire (Grade IV), Lauren Barwick aboard Off To Paris (Grade II), Ashley Gowanlock and Ferdonia 2 (Grade Ib), and Jody Schloss on Inspector Rebus (Grade Ia).
With Canada and the United States dueling for the top placing, Chef d'Equipe of Canada, Elizabeth Quigg , was very happy with the team's results. She noted, "The team went as well as expected and we are hoping to maintain that through the next six months. We brought a lot of people down to Florida so they could get more experience with the two shows back to back. It is also a good opportunity to assess everybody from the winter but we have a long way to go till August."
Jody Schloss responded, "I am looking forward to the next week as well. We all ride really hard and I think are marks showed that."
Excelling in Grade IV with a winning score of 68.75% James Dwyer of Ireland and his trusty gelding Orlando. James remarked, "I was overall pretty happy with my ride today. There are a few little things here and there that we need to work on but overall all he was really good and I couldn't have asked for more."
Like many of the para-equestrian dressage competitors James will stay through the two weeks of competition. After a short break he will head to Europe with Orlando where he will show in France, Belgium, and Germany in preparation for the 2012 Selection Trials.
As the weekend continues riders from the United States, Canada, Ireland, Finland, Bermuda, Japan, and Mexico will compete in Saturday's Individual competition followed by Sunday's Freestyle and awards ceremony.
Results: Placing, Name, Name of Horse, Total Score
Grade 1a
1. Jody Schloss, Inspector Rebus, 67.157
2. Lorrietta Oakleaf, Niekele fon Busenitz, 63.529
3. Robyn Andrews, Fancianna, 62.745
4. Kim Decker, Dasher's Destiny, 62.157
5. Alexander Mitchell, Guiness Maskell, 61.863
6. Robyn Andrews, Ravallo Son, 61.471
7. NTEC Manchada, Mina Chinju 56.275
Grade 1b
1. Ashley Gownlock, Fredonia 2, 70.985
2. Jonathan Wentz, NTEC Jabriel, 69.381
3. Jonathan Wentz, NTEC Richter Scale, 66.212
4. Jaana Kivimaki, Sarona, 63.636
5. Katja Karjalainen, Hidden Creek Jones, 63.409
Grade II
1. Lauren Barwick, Off to Paris, 71.667
2. Dale Dedrick, Bonifatius, 69.318
3. Rebecca Hart, Lord Ludger, 69.048
4. Rebecca Hart, Hugh Knows, 65.714
5. Fernanda Otheguy, It's Mr. Merlot, 64.921
6. Elizabeth Pigott, Whitney's Willow, 63.651
7. Margret McIntosh, Idalgo, 61.905
8. Charlotte Bathon, Sportsfield Twist, 57.460
Grade III
1. Eleanor Brimmer, Carino H, 57.531
Grade IV
1. James Dwyer, Orlando, 68.750
2. Lynne Pool, Vasco E, 64.427
3. Lynee Pool, Fisbee, 63.958
4. Madison Lawson, McGuire, 63.958
5. Mary Jordan, Sebastian, 63.333
6. Mary Jordan, P Sparrow Socks, 62.135
For more information about the Gold Coast Dressage Opener please visit www.gcdafl.org or contact Noreen O'Sullivan (561) 714-9026.
About United States Para-Equestrian Association:

The USPEA is a recognized affiliate of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) which serves as the National Governing Body for the equestrian sport. This relationship between the USPEA and USEF is to encourage para-equestrian competitors, leisure riders, coaches, fans and enthusiasts to network and get involved with the entire equestrian sport.
Ultimately the goal of the USPEA is to foster growth in the para-equestrian discipline. From growth in the number of participants to growth as a team, and growth in the experience and knowledge of all involved. From local horse shows to international Olympic Games, the USPEA will provide para-equestrians the knowledge of what they need to succeed. The USPEA connects with the International Olympic Committee (IOC), the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI), the United States Dressage Federation (USDF), and USEF which provides Para-Equestrians the top equestrian resources.
In June 2010, the USPEA earned its 501 (c)(3) status which has encouraged supporters to help supply funding to the Para-Equestrian Team as a recognized affiliate of the United States Equestrian Federation(USEF).
For more information about the USPEA please visit www.USPEA.org or contact USPEA President: Hope Hand by e-mail: Wheeler966@aol.com or by phone: (610)356-6481.
To view an online version of this press release please visit: http://uspea.org/?p=23
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