Divisions:
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YOUNG GUNS
AGES: 7 - 11 years old * Allowed to ride "UP" into the Youth Division. * May ride a Maximum of TWO horses. Course: * 8 Obstacles rated 1 & 2. * Overall Horsemanship * Time Points |
YOUTH DIVISION
AGES: 12 - 17 years old * May ride up to Non-Pro & Pro Division (with parent approval) * May ride a Maximum of THREE horses. Course: * 13 Obstacles rated 1 - 4. * Overall Horsemanship * Time Points |
NOVICE DIVISION
AGES: 18 & OVER * May ride up into higher divisions * Not required to jump or go over anything higher then 12in. Course: * 10 Obstacles rated 1 - 3 * Overall Horsemanship * Time Points |
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INTERMEDIATE DIVISION
AGES: 18 & OVER * Allowed to ride up into higher divisions * Not required to jump any obstacle higher then 18in. Course: * 13 Obstacles rated 1 - 4. * Overall Horsemanship * Time Points |
NON- PRO DIVISION
AGES: 12 & OVER * 12 - 17 years of age must have parental permission. Course: * 13 Obstacles rated 1 - 5 * Overall Horsemanship * Time Points |
PRO DIVISION
AGES: 12 & OVER * 12 - 17 years of age must have parental permission. * May ride an unlimited number of horses. * May compete in Futurity. Course: * 13 Obstacles rated 1 - 6 * Overall Horsemanship * Time Points |
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RIDE SMART DIVISION
AGES: 55 & OVER * May ride in any division as long as you are not registered as a Non-Pro. Course: * 13 Obstacles rated 1 - 5. * Overall Horsemanship * Time Points |
GREEN HORSE DIVISON
AGES: 12 & OVER * Horses of any age. * NO Green Horse Division at World Finals. (Green Horse May enter Futurity Division at world finals) * CAN NOT enter any other divisions. * Scores do NOT get sent into EXCA for recording. Course: * 10 Obstacles- rated 1 - 6 * Overall Horsemanship * Time Points |
SHOW DAY SCORING:
* Each obstacle will be scored 1 - 10, with 5.5 being considered an average score.
* The 3 components they look for:
- The Approach +1 or -1 point
- The Obstacle 0 - 8 points
- The Departure +1 or -1 point
* Each rider starts with 0 points adding or subtracting quarter point increments or deductions.
* Emphasis on riding with a loose rein. They will be scoring what happens when the reins are picked up to make a transition or start the maneuver.
* You want Straight, Balanced, Smooth, & Soft.
* A judge can award up to 3 points making the maximum score an 8 per obstacle.
* A Judge can deduct points down to a 0.
* A perfect ride and score will equal 10 (extremely rare)
* NO showboating!
* The 3 components they look for:
- The Approach +1 or -1 point
- The Obstacle 0 - 8 points
- The Departure +1 or -1 point
* Each rider starts with 0 points adding or subtracting quarter point increments or deductions.
* Emphasis on riding with a loose rein. They will be scoring what happens when the reins are picked up to make a transition or start the maneuver.
* You want Straight, Balanced, Smooth, & Soft.
* A judge can award up to 3 points making the maximum score an 8 per obstacle.
* A Judge can deduct points down to a 0.
* A perfect ride and score will equal 10 (extremely rare)
* NO showboating!
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Penalties - .25
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Awards + .25
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O.H.I.O. EXCA HIGH POINT BUCKLE SERIES INFORMATION
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE ELIGABLE FOR HIGH POINT BUCKLES?
- O.H.I.O. EXCA- ACTIVE 2023 MEMBERSHIP
- NATIONAL EXCA - ACTIVE 2023 MEMBERSHIP
- COMPETE AT 2 OF THE 3 O.H.I.O. RACES (ONE MUST BE THE CHAMPIONSHIP RACE)
HOW IS THE HIGH POINT DETERMINED?
- THE CHAMPION RACE SCORE AND YOUR "BEST" SCORE OF THE OTHER TWO RACES AVERAGED.
EXAMPLE:
RIDER: JOE TOE AND PONY
JUNE RACE: 67.5%
JULY RACE: 59.8%
CHAMP. RACE: 62.2%
(62.6% + 67.5%) / 2= FINAL SCORE
FINAL SCORE: 64.85%
- O.H.I.O. EXCA- ACTIVE 2023 MEMBERSHIP
- NATIONAL EXCA - ACTIVE 2023 MEMBERSHIP
- COMPETE AT 2 OF THE 3 O.H.I.O. RACES (ONE MUST BE THE CHAMPIONSHIP RACE)
HOW IS THE HIGH POINT DETERMINED?
- THE CHAMPION RACE SCORE AND YOUR "BEST" SCORE OF THE OTHER TWO RACES AVERAGED.
EXAMPLE:
RIDER: JOE TOE AND PONY
JUNE RACE: 67.5%
JULY RACE: 59.8%
CHAMP. RACE: 62.2%
(62.6% + 67.5%) / 2= FINAL SCORE
FINAL SCORE: 64.85%
OTHER RULES & REGULATIONS:
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* Must be traditional Western or Australian (unless stated differently).
* Mechanical hackamores, tie downs, martingales, cavessons, drop nose bands and any form of gag bit or slip bit is NOT ALLOWED. * A Bosalito will be considered a cavesson except in a traditional two rein set up. Will NOT be used with a get down rope. * It is acceptable to ride bareback or bridle less. |
* Traditional Westen attire or Australian stock attire.
* Dress Jeans or Colored Jeans are acceptable. * Must wear long sleeve button up shirts. * NO logos with the exception of Makers Mark. * Shirts must be tucked in. * Must wear riding boots with a heel. * Must wear a Western style hat, or riding helmet. NO caps * Chaps & spurs are optional. |
HORSES:
* May be of ANY breed.
* NO age or gender restrictions.
* Must pass a post - race exam by a licensed veterinarian.
* Every horse shall be treated with dignity & respect.
* Any action that is deemed to be cruel, abusive or inhumane will result in a DQ & will be reported to EXCA Board.
* The EXCA Judge has the obligation and authority to dismiss any horse that shows signs of lameness:
- Consistent Limping at a trot
- Obvious nodding, hitching, or shortened stride.
- Minimal weight bearing while moving or standing.
* NO age or gender restrictions.
* Must pass a post - race exam by a licensed veterinarian.
* Every horse shall be treated with dignity & respect.
* Any action that is deemed to be cruel, abusive or inhumane will result in a DQ & will be reported to EXCA Board.
* The EXCA Judge has the obligation and authority to dismiss any horse that shows signs of lameness:
- Consistent Limping at a trot
- Obvious nodding, hitching, or shortened stride.
- Minimal weight bearing while moving or standing.
