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Perpetual Trophies

The origin of the Perpetual Trophies was at a large, annual horse show held at Lazelle and Frederick Knocke’s Hobby Horse Hill Farm. The show was a benefit for the Family Nursing Service which provided badly-needed healthcare to local people. With their help, the Eastern States Dressage Association (ESDA) was founded in 1969, eventually becoming the Eastern States Dressage and Combined Training Association (ESDCTA).

Over the years, farms, organizations and individuals have donated trophies. There are currently 20 Perpetual Trophies. Recipients include well-known professionals, amateurs and juniors. Each rider and horse deserve recognition for the role they played in promoting the growth of equestrian sport. The Perpetual Trophies are awarded at the ESDCTA Memorial Weekend Show as a salute to our heritage and a nod to the spirit of ESDCTA’s founding members.

As you scroll down and make a selection, you will see a listing of each trophy that includes a brief history of the donor, award criteria and a complete list of past award recipients… perhaps it is your time to make some history of your own.

If you have any questions, please contact awards@esdcta.org.

Rose and Hans Sinn Perpetual Award – All Level High Score (ESDCTA Members Only)

Established in 2016 by ESDCTA to celebrate the many years of dedication to horses and horse show management by Rose and Hans Sinn.

Criteria: All Level High Score, Age 55 and Older, ESDCTA Member, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical Freestyle

2017: Kerry Province / Donnzi
2018: Monika Dujardin / Ronaldinho

The Louise C. Strunsky Memorial Challenge Trophy – Training Level High Score

DONATED BY FRIENDS AT PRINCETON RIDING CENTER

Louise Strunsky is credited with encouraging Major Szilagyi, the founder of Princeton Riding Center, to develop a true dressage center to include an indoor riding hall, a rarity for the time. This trophy was donated by the Princeton Riding Center.

Criteria: Training Level High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1987: Shelly Temple / Freelance
1988: Juliet Garner / Sebastian
1989: Nancy Barnes / Dutch Touch
1990: C. Gray / Gueldenstolz
1991: Jill Asplundh / Mr. Right
1992: Joanne Bradley / Fascination
1993: Barbara Wolfe / Such Temptation
1994: Tanya Marie Kelly / Little Joe
1995: Nancy Barnes / Jaguar
1996: Christine Johnson / Independence
1997: Sarah Renfrew-Hill / Money to Burn
1998: AnaMaria Espinosa / Kwikzilver
1999: Heidi Lemack / Jazzmine
2000: Mary Beth McLean / Edison
2001: Sarah Ashdown / Allante
2002: Marie Pettersson / Wylie
2003: Teresa Butta-Stanton / Andrew
2004: Melissa Pribic / Radiance
2005: Unknown
2006: Fritz Fleischmann / Legenderry
2007: Unknown
2008: Anne Aloi / Doc Holliday
2009: Brandi Benedict / Whitegloves Reflection
2010: Sherri Pyka / Wonton
2011: Emily O’Neill / Kynynmont Cooper O’Grady
2012: Mallory Chambers / Fabuloso
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Scout Ford / Red Umbrella
2015: Jessica Jo Tate / Felis Apollo
2016: Shannon Stevens / San Marino
2017: Emily O’Neill / Morris
2018: Amanda Perkowski / Danke Shoene RRS

The Colonel Bengt Ljunquist Perpetual Trophy – First Level High Score

Bengt Ljungquist was a Colonel in the Swedish Cavalry, Commander of the Royal Horse Guards at the 1956 Olympic Games. He coached the US team who won a Gold Medal in the 1975 Pan-American Games as well as the US Bronze Medal team at the 1976 Montreal Olympics. He had vast experience in training and judging and is known for bringing advanced dressage to everyone. He is author of “Practical Dressage Manual” 1976.

Criteria: First Level High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1969: Mrs. Harry Gill / Across the Nation
1970: Peggy Houlihan / Old Josh
1971: Mrs. Ramsey Buchanan / Good Joe
1972: Mrs. Carole Martin / Child’s Play
1973: Carol Meschter / Lord Jim
1974: Anne Gribbons / Opferfeuer
1975: Regula Lorenz / Coskun
1976: Susah Muchmore / Wilhemina Bailey
1977: Kit Reich / Finnegan
1978: Lendon Gray / Bert
1979 Susan Muchmore-Morley / Dry Sack
1980: Kelly Corrigan / Nobel
1981: Terry Koenig / Donauglanz
1982: Lisa K. Schmidt / Total Eclipse
1983: Lisa K. Schmidt / Total Eclipse
1984: Hans Dressler / Graf Grande
1985: Hans Dressler / Graf Grande
1986: Hans Dressler / Flugzauber
1987: Lisa C. Kipari / Imperatore
1988: Gloria Rickabaugh / Malik Raffles
1989: Unknown
1990: Marianne Butterworth / Eyes On You
1991: Debbie Adams / Windsor
1992: Lisa Yetter-Zinger / Alexandra
1993: Tracie VanderGracht / Locksley of Southwind
1994: Jessica Reed / Tailor Made
1995: Heather Mason / Greta
1996: AnaMaria Espinosa / LA Baltic Sunrise
1997: Mary Alice Malone / Lexus
1998: Hans Henning Dressler / Finesse
1999: Emily MacGowan / Ms. Isabelle
2000: Heather Mason / Integrity
2001: Beth Sproule Hansen / DiVinci
2002: Hallie Ahrnsbrak / Firecrest
2003: Gabriel Armando / Pedro
2004: Unknown
2005: Amy Gimbel / Bouke R
2006: Unknown
2007: Brooke Doss / SC Valor
2008: Anna Paulina Lutz / Duka
2009: Olav Drehn / Valencia
2010: Amy Gimbel / Addiction
2011: Louisa-Marcelle Eadie / Roseview’s Vertical Limit
2012: Joanne Coleman / Fhreelancer
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Kymberly Pullen / Sir Eastwood
2015: Bridget Hay / Lochlan
2016: Laura Rhine / Fhila
2017: Jessica Fay / Quinzy HTF
2018: Cara Klothe / Dhanube

Elliott Haller Perpetual Trophy – Second Level High Score

This beautiful loving cup trophy featuring three horse handles was donated by Elliott Haller’s son, Roger, in 1983. Elliott Haller is known for pioneering combined training by hosting many events at his Hoopstick Farm.

Criteria: Second Level High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1983: Stephen J. Foti / Weldon Bridge
1984: Catherine M. Morelli / Pagliaccio
1985: Ann Marie Gatto / Solitaire
1986: Hans Dressler / Graf Grande
1987: Jean E. Dvorak / PJ’s Folly
1988: Johanna Gwinn / Bold Catdancer
1989: Hans Henning Dressler / Indira
1990: Barbie Asplundh / What’s What
1991: Unknown
1992: Lorraine Rahne / Denmark’s Sea God
1993: Lisa Zinger-Yetter / Wedgewood
1994: Robyn Ayers / Fusilier
1995: Ted Mazzarisi / LA Baltic Sundance
1996: Nancy Barnes / Jaguar
1997: Iron Spring Farm / Innsbruck
1998: Kerri Sowers / Kazan
1999: Sally Silverman / Second Avenue
2000: Kathy Adams / Lion
2001: Melissa Borkowski / Watzilius
2002: Claudia Tarlov / Begnadette
2003: Heather Mason / Respekt
2004: Unknown
2005: Cheryl Ash / Trueman
2006: Danielle Toscano / Pablo
2007: Unknown
2008: Jennifer Huber / Vito
2009: Laine W. Hills / Ukarde
2010: Elizabeth Simmeth – Ensor / Lituteris Star
2011: Jordan Rich / Reese
2012: Joanne Coleman / Fhreelancer
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Julio Mendoza / Roelof Von Wolfshol
2015: AnaMaria Espinosa / Duncan
2016: Kerry Province / Donnzi
2017: Kerry Province / Donnzi
2018: Maija Liisa Luttinger / Doug

Major Dezso Szilagyi Perpetual High Score Trophy – Second / Third Level High Score

Major Dezso Szilagyi was a Hungarian Cavalry officer trained in the Hungarian riding school in classical dressage. He played an important role in the development of dressage in the United States organizing many events and shows, helping to write some of the first American dressage tests. He is author of “Basic Classical Dressage”, 1989.

Criteria: Second and Third Level High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1970: Christilot Hanson / Bonne Annee
1971: Margot R. Fredericks / Friendly
1972: Paul G. Smith / Pinball Wizard
1973: Gary Rockwell / Sally Bretz’s Missy B
1974: Linda Jaskiel-Hamilton / Tzigan
1975: Regula Lorenz / Kanatle
1976: Susan Muchmore / Wilhemina Bailey
1977: Gunnar Ostergaard / Sargent
1978: Linda Zang / Fasolt
1979: Unknown
1980: Elizabeth Lewis / After Six
1981: Edgar Hotz / Lyck
1982: Pamela Goodrich / Touchstone
1983: Anne Gribbons / Kristall
1984: Gunnar Ostergaard / Broceliande
1985: Anne Rawle/ Again and Again
1986: Scott Hassler / Cabaret
1987: R. Jennifer Mollard / Donkosak
1988: Jennifer Miller / Maximillian
1989: Christina Gray / Zwingli Utopia
1990: Christina Gray / Bianca
1991: Nancy J. Baker / Lowenprinz
1992: Peggy Hipple / Pilota
1993: Lisa Zinger-Yetter / Wedgewood
1994: Robin Ayers / Fusilier
1995: Ted Mazzarissi / LA Baltic Sundance
1996: Heather Mason / Greta
1997: Mary Alice Malone / Lexus
1998: Kerri Sowers / Zagan
1999: Jacquelyn Stapel / Raehaven’s McKae
2000: Kathy Adams / Lion
2001: Gabriel Armando / Acenti
2002: Claudia Tarlov / Begnadette
2003: Dr. Cesar Parra / Charming Boy
2004: Unknown
2005: Brendan Curtis / Jalifa
2006: Unknown
2007: Unknown
2008: Christopher Hickey / Cabana
2009: Laine W. Hills / Ukarde
2010: Heather Mason / Zar
2011: Jordan Rich / Reese
2012: Joanne Coleman / Fhreelancer
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Rachel Chowanec / Kynynmont Cooper O’Grady
2015: AnaMaria Espinosa / Duncan
2016: Kerry Province / Donnzi
2017: Dorie Addy-Crow / Balenciaga
2018: Emily Donaldson / Beaujolais 75

Captain Elwood E. Geissler Perpetual Memorial Trophy – Third Level High Score

Elwood Geissler was an early ESDA President and active in combined training. He was also instrumental in developing the foundation for the USDF.

Criteria: Third Level High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1979: Lisa Romano / Amadeo
1980: Anne Gribbons / Adastra
1981: Sharron Westfall / Priamos
1982: Pamela Goodrich / Touchstone
1983: Laura Williams / Marcus Aurelius
1984: Laura Williams / Marcus Aurelius
1985: Anne Rawle / Again and Again
1986: Unknown
1987: Unknown
1988: Jennifer Miller / Triomphe
1989: Beth Walker / Vituoso
1990: Unknown
1991: Nancy J. Baker / Lowenprinz
1992: Henry D. McCullough, Jr./ Logiker
1993: Bonnie Maxon / Heir Apparent
1994: Sarah Voscherau / Ravel
1995: Heather Mason / Another Story
1996: Mary Elizabeth Blackwell / Zauberelle
1997: Roy Como / Ravel
1998: AnaMaria Espinosa / Estimated Prophet
1999: Jacquelyn Stapel / Raehaven’s McKae
2000: Unknown
2001: Unknown
2002: Unknown
2003: Unknown
2004: Unknown
2005: Unknown
2006: Unknown
2007: Unknown
2008: Christopher Hickey / Cabana Boy
2009: Heather Mason / Warsteiner
2010: Heather Mason / Zar
2011: Emily O’Neill / Sir Lancelot
2012: Amy Howard / Zamiro
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Rachel Chowanec / Kynynmont Cooper O’Grady
2015: Lauren Chumley / Saracchi
2016: Michael Bragdell / Sternlicht Hilltop
2017: Dorie Addy-Crow / Balenciaga
2018: Emily Donaldson / Beaujolais 75

Hobby Horse Hill Challenge Trophy – Fourth Level High Score

This is the oldest Perpetual Trophy. Lazelle Knocke and her husband Frederick, owners of Hobby Horse Hill Farm, held a large annual show to benefit the Family Nursing Service, a provider of healthcare to families in need. In 1969, Frederick Knocke helped to form the Eastern States Dressage Association (ESDA), one of the first three dressage clubs in the United States. ESDA is currently known as the Eastern States Dressage and Combined Training Association (ESDCTA). Well known in the horse world, Lazelle Knocke’s other achievements include contribution to the development of the USDF, teaching, organizing competitions, judging dressage, writing articles, and development of the “L” graduate program. She and her partner, Dom Perignon, were the first members of the Centurion Club, horse and rider combined ages equal 100 years and still able to compete.

Criteria: Fourth Level High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1967: Margot R. Fredericks / Frauke IX
1968: Jacqueline S. Harris / Showbusiness
1969: Jordan Miller / Feodosia
1970: Donnan Plumb / Iron Bar
1971: Mrs. Lois Stephens / Falkland
1972: Jordan Miller / Tappan Zee
1973: Linda Zang / Fellow Traveller
1974: Donnan Plumb / Midnight Cowboy
1975: Eloise King-Schwarz / Schwarzes’ P Ferd
1976: Caroline Ashton / Rhodes Scholar
1977: Edgar Hotz / Black Bird
1978: Karen Peterson / Gremlin
1979: Hans Dressler / Marc Chagall
1980: Margaret Gafford / Why Jump
1981: Candance Clemens / Miss Kim Kam
1982: Leslie Davis / Wesleyan
1983: Anne Gribbons / Krisall
1984: Amanda Cabot / Secorion
1985: Catherine Morelli / Pagliaccio
1986: Anne Gribbons / Three Crowns
1987: Tommy Noone / Ganymed
1988: Mimi Dickerson / Inschaleah
1989: Unknown
1990: Brenda Doudican / Franky Boy
1991: Unknown
1992: Unknown
1993: Peggy Hipple / Pilota
1994: Unknown
1995: Unknown
1996: Unknown
1997: Laurie Leifer / Bravado
1998: Unknown
1999: Unknown
2000: Catherine Malone / Ivan
2001: Emmy Adwers / Martinique
2002: Gabriel Armando / Cochise
2003: Vanessa Swartz / Orlando
2004: Unknown
2005: Unknown
2006: Unknown
2007: Unknown
2008: Dorie Addy-Crow / Eliko Maximum
2009: Lisa Lewis-Greene – Picasso’s Bleu
2010: Jacquelyn Stapel / Little Herbie
2011: Rebecca Cord / Popeye
2012: Timothy Mellott / Xango
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Wanja Gerlach / Ribery 20
2015: Cara Klothe / Hhot Tamale
2016: Susan Gallagher / Conde
2017: Dorie Addy-Crow / Cupido
2018: Tiffany Bragdell / Bellatae

Brigadier General Cole Trophy – Prix St. Georges High Score

Brigadier General John Tupper Cole was a true pioneer of dressage and eventing. He was a US Cavalry officer, his last mounted review in 1942. He was awarded the Silver Star and Purple Heart medals. With the demise of the Cavalry, many Army officers helped to establish civilian equestrian sport, in particular, contributing to the development, operation and improvement of the USET. Cole was a USET Commander and judge.

Criteria: Prix St. Georges High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1969: Lazelle Knocke / The Englishman
1970: Christilot Hanson / Bon Vivant
1971: Werner Platzer / Solitaer
1972: Jordan Miller / Dominik
1973: Jordan Miller / Tappan Zee
1974: Donna Plumb / Iron Bar
1975: Unknown
1976: Unknown
1977: Helen Steinkraus / Natu
1978: Helen Steinkraus / Natu
1979: Linda Oliver / Pinchbeck Lord Peter
1980: Carol Grant / Plast
1981: Edith Master / Azur
1982: Belinda Nairn / Alegria
1983: Edith Master / Azur
1984: Peter Ijellerup / Kimik
1985: Karen Ramsing / Securion
1986: Linda Smith / Cyrus
1987: Roy Como / Bohemio
1988: Roy Como / Bohemio
1989: Jackie Kinney / Chronos
1990: Susan Springsteen / Alchemist
1991: Pati Pierucci / Palermo
1992: Heather Mason / Caesar
1993: Debbie Adams / Chesapeake
1994: Nancy Polozker / Corall
1995: Lisa Zinger-Yetter / Wedgewood
1996: Lisa Zinger-Yetter / Wedgewood
1997: Erika Fleury / Ipswitch
1998: Hans Dressler / Freia
1999: Nicole Zaccheo / Zanger
2000: Armin Wagner / Aalsmeer Warrington
2001: Dr. Cesar Parra / Adonis
2002: Unknown
2003: Dr. Cesar Parra / Pik L
2004: Unknown
2005: Unknown
2006: Unknown
2007: Unknown
2008: Christopher Hickey / Bugatti Hilltop
2009: Stephane Cheret / Telstar
2010: Heather Ward / Aegis Wyoming
2011: Rebecca Cord / Sombrero Do Top
2012: Lauren Sammis / Lombard V
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Camilla Christensen / Up To Date
2015: Caroline Stearns / Lady Shiraz
2016: Dorie Addy-Crow / La Belladonna
2017: Michael Bragdell / Sternlicht Hilltop
2018: Michael Bragdell / Strenlicht Hilltop

Winslow Therapeutic Riding Unlimited Perpetual Trophy – Intermediaire – I High Score

Established in 1974, Winslow Therapeutic Riding Unlimited is a non-profit riding center dedicated to working with children and adults with physical, mental or social disabilities. They are accredited by the North American Riding for Handicapped Association. Through the interaction with horses, people are encouraged to heal body, mind and spirit, learning through smiles, laughter and friendship.

Criteria: Intermediaire – I High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1985: Hans Dressler / Morgenstern
1986: Linda Smith / Cyrus
1987: Roy Como / Bohemio
1988: Roy Como / Bohemio
1989: Katherine Evans / Frederick
1990: Lynn Laskowski / President
1991: Lynn Laskowski / President
1992: Jessica Ransenhausen / Gonzalez
1993: Jessica Decoster / Filius
1994: Nancy Polozker / Corall
1995: Lisa Zinger-Yetter / Wedgewood
1996: Loraine Shoup / Lucky Star
1997: Amy Carroll / Apretif
1998: Unknown
1999: Jeanne van Nuys / Financial
1999: Debby Savage / El Paso
2000: Armin Wagner / Aalsmeer Warrington
2001: Dr. Cesar Parra / Adonis
2002: Dr. Cesar Parra / Adonis
2003: Catherine Morelli / Be Se
2004: Nancy Polozker / Day Dream 51
2005: Stephan Cheret / Banana Split
2006: Unknown
2007: Unknown
2008: Rick Klaassen / Royal Flash 2
2009: Barbara Strawson / Degas
2010: Tom Noone / Delphino
2011: Betsy Steiner / Fino
2012: Emily Sours / Noble Baron
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Karin Persson / Cortison
2015: Caroline Stearns / Lady Shiraz
2016: Michael Bragdell/ Qredit Hilltop
2017: Monika Dujardin / Ronaldinho
2018: Amelia Devine / Perazzi DS

In Memory of Darla Lynn Schwark – Intermediaire – II High Score

Darla Schwark was an amateur rider who competed at Fourth Level at Devon. This silver bowl was donated by a dear friend.

Criteria: Intermediaire – II High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1999: Robin Haas / Windkist on Fire
2000: Unknown
2001: Unknown
2002: Emmy Adwers / Ali Baba 92
2003: Emmy Adwers / PF Robinson
2004: Silke Rembacz / Highlife’s Connecticut
2005: Unknown
2006: Unknown
2007: Unknown
2008: Heather Mason / Respekt
2009: Heather Mason / Respekt
2010: Beth Davisson / Lapero
2011: Felicitas von Newmann-Cosel / Tonico Do Top
2012: Deborah Davis / Rutherford
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: No Recipient
2015: Beth Sproule-Hansen / Liberty
2016: Lauren Chumley / Avatar’s Jazzman
2017: Michael Bragdell / Qredit Hilltop
2018: Sara Schmitt / HB Dschafar

Fiona Baan Memorial Trophy – Grand Prix – High Score

Fiona Baan dedicated over 30 years to the USET, working to raise the quality of US dressage to that of international levels. She was USEF Director of Dressage, Driving and Eventing, a USEF “I” Judge, a US Dressage Team Leader for the 1976 and 1992 Olympic Games, 1987 Pan Am Games and 1991 World Championships and is known for her work in developing the Young Rider Program. In December 2008, Bann was inducted into the Roemer Foundation/USDF Hall of Fame. Donated in 1994, this magnificent cut glass bowl was initially awarded at the Gladstone Dressage Team Trials to the club with the highest average score; as of 2000, it is awarded as an individual’s high score award.

Criteria: Grand Prix High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1994: NEDA
1995: ESDCTA
1996: MHDCTA
1997: ESDCTA
1998: NEDA
1999: NEDA
2000: Mary Alice Malone / Contango
2001: Eleanor Rawle / Duell Anastasia
2002: Dr. Cesar Parra / PF Robinson
2003: Michael Barison / Neruda
2004: Caroline Stearns / Just Saber
2005: Stephanie Alvord / Dreamboy
2006: Unknown
2007: Donna Young-Canfield / Adel Arikka
2008: Christopher Hickey / Regent
2009: Nadine Schlonsok / Ikaros
2010: Tom Noone / Incognito
2011: Susanne Hassler / Harmony’s Baroncelli
2012: Award NotPresented
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Award Not Presented
2015: Hans Dressler / Icarus
2016: Marne Martin-Tucker / Royal Coeur
2017: Lisa Basselini / Soberano Do Fuchal
2018: Beth Sproule-Hansen / Liberty

ESDA President’s Perpetual Trophy – FEI High Score

Dr. Frederick Knocke and his wife, Lazelle, owners of Hobby Horse Hill Farm, were instrumental in forming a group of equestrians into a formal organization. Eastern States Dressage Association, currently Eastern States Dressage and Combined Training Association (ESDCTA), is currently one of the largest equestrian organizations in the country with members in Pennsylvania, New York and New Jersey. This trophy was donated in 1969, the founding year of ESDA, with Dr. Frederick Knocke installed as its first President.

Criteria: FEI High Score, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1970: Christilot Hanson / Bonnie Annee
1971: John Winnett / Soverign
1972: John Winnett / Reinald
1973: John Winnett / Mario
1974: John Winnett / Leopardi
1975: Lazelle Knocke / The Englishman
1976: Unknown
1977: Anne Gribbons / Tappan Zee
1978: Edith Master / Ballotade
1979: Linda Oliver / Pinchbeck Lord Peter
1980: John Winnett / Leopardi
1981: Edith Master / Azur
1982: Unknown
1983: Edith Master / Azur
1984: Sandy Clark / Boradino
1985: Catherine Morelli / Saint Maudlens
1986: Catherine Morelli / Saint Maudlens
1987: Catherine Morelli / Saint Maudlens
1988: David DeWispelaere / Daktari
1989: Felicity Faulkner / Calypso
1990: Heather Mason / Limerick
1991: Pati Pierucci / Palermo
1992: Heather Mason / Caesar
1993: Debbie Adams / Chesapeake
1994: Nancy Polozker / Corall
1995: Heather Mason / Caesar
1996: Lisa Zinger-Yetter / Wedgewood
1997: Amy A. Carroll / Apretif
1998: Hans Dressler / Freia
1999: Debby Savage / El Paso
2000: Armin Wagner / Aalsmeer Warrington
2001: Dr. Cesar Parra / Adonis
2002: Dr. Cesar Parra / Pik L
2003: Dr. Cesar Parra / Pik L
2004: Nancy Polozker / Day Dream 51
2005: Unknown
2006: Unknown
2007: Unknown
2008: Rick Klaassen / Royal Flash 2
2009: Stephane Cheret / Telstar
2010: Tom Noone / Delphino
2011: Rebecca Cord / Sombrero Do Top
2012: Lauren Sammis / Lombard V
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Karin Persson / Cortison
2015: Caroline Stearns / Lady Shiraz
2016: Dorie Addy-Crow / La Belladonna
2017: Michael Bragdell / Qredit Hilltop
2018: Michael Bragdell / Sternlicht Hilltop

The Landy Memorial Trophy – Musical Freestyle High Score – ESDCTA member

Elaine and Larry Landy were dubbed the “Dynamic Duo” for their many years of volunteer work for ESDCTA and other organizations. Since 1997, they were ESDCTA Board Members and served on many different committees and were always ready to lend a helping hand at the shows. Elaine has established this trophy in loving memory of her husband, Larry, who had designed a Musical Freestyle for Elaine and her horse, Redford’s Big Mac.

Criteria: All Level High Score, Musical Freestyle, ESDCTA Member

2009: Heather Mason / Warsteiner
2010: Alexis Tozour / Baltic Rose
2011: Heather Mason / Zar
2012: Alexandra Krossen / Viva
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Lian Wolfe / Ruby Rubinstein
2015: Sara Schmitt / H B Dschafar
2016: Award Not Presented
2017: Wendy Furlong / Amazzing
2018: Victoria Moricco / Flash

Major Hector Carmona Memorial Trophy – All Level High Score – ESDCTA member

Major Hector Carmona graduated first in his class at the Chilean Military Academy. Impressed with his riding, coaching and training skills, the Academy retained him as an instructor and riding competitor. He was successful in international dressage, three-day eventing and jumping. He competed throughout South America, at the Pan American Games, World Championships and in Olympic games. Coming to the United States as a trainer, coach and international show judge, he coached the United States Silver Medal team at the 1967 Pan American Games. In 1966, he co-founded one of the first dressage schools in the United States, Los Alamos Dressage Center, with Gail Hoff-Carmona, his wife.

Criteria: All Level High Score, ESDCTA Member, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical

1987: Lendon Gray / Fabriano
1988: Beth Sproule / Pierre
1989: Nancy J. Barnes / Dutch Touch
1990: Victoria Wilmerding / Otto
1991: Jill Asplundh / Mr. Right
1992: Amanda McBride / Boxwood’s Sirrule
1993: Ruth Cooper / Bramble Bush
1994: Unknown
1995: Unknown
1996: AnaMaria Espinosa / LA Baltic Sunrise
1997: Stephan Cheret / Calippo
1998: AnaMaria Espinosa / Kwikzilver
1999: Emily MacGowan / Isabilla
2000: Heather Mason / Integrity
2001: Beth Sproule-Hansen / DiVinci
2002: Olivia Carls / JHF D’Allianz
2003: Gabriel Armando / Pedro
2004: Nancy Polozker / Day Dream 51
2005: Amy Gimbel / Bouke R
2006: Unknown
2007: Johanna Hugo / Pep Rally
2008: Christopher Hickey / Zonnerhall
2009: Olav Drehn / Valencia
2010: Alexandra Krossen / Zulft
2011: Heather Mason / Nor’ee
2012: Monika Dujardin / Suriolan
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Beth Sproule-Hansen / Footsteps
2015: Erin Scelba-Johnson / Couture
2016: Shannon Stevens / San Marino
2017: Yvonne Emerson / Belize
2018: Lauren Chumley / Bayshore Simen

The Family Nursing Service Horse Show Pony Club – Pony Club Member – High Score

Lazelle Knocke and husband, Frederick, hosted an annual show at their Hobby Horse Hill Farm to benefit the Family Nursing Service, a provider of healthcare for local people. Ms. Knocke herself was a nurse educator. This trophy is dedicated to the many riders who had participated in Pony Club and has been awarded to more than a dozen pony club members of the years.

Criteria: All Level High Score, Current Pony Club Member, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical Freestyle

1974: Ann Taylor / Desert Storm / Huntingdon Valley Hunt Pony Club
1975: Eric McKissick / Rebound / Somerset Hills Pony Club
1976: Eric McKissick / Rebound / Somerset Hills Pony Club
1977: Lori Yonelunas / Robelarro / Meadow Brook Hounds Pony Club
1978: Kathleen Sisk / Autumn Mist / Arlington-Fairfax Pony Club
1979: Kristin Ekquist / Jiminy Cricket / Rose Tree Pony Club
1980: K. Corrigan / Nobel / Annapolis Pony Club
1981: Heather Mason / True Story / Spring Valley Hounds Pony Club
1982: Laura Williams / Marcus Aurelius / Huntingdon Valley Hunt Pony Club
1983: Lisa Goodman / Liebesschimmer / Rose Tree Pony Club
1984: Heather Mason / True Story / Spring Valley Hounds Pony Club
1985: Heather Mason / True Story / Spring Valley Hounds Pony Club
1986: Heather Mason / Limerick / Spring Valley Hounds Pony Club
1987: Heather Mason / Limerick / Spring Valley Hounds Pony Club
1988: Juliet Garner / Sebastian / Amwell Valley Hounds Pony Club
1989: Unknown
1990: Heather Mason / Zauberelle / Spring Valley Hounds Pony Club
1991: Mary Herbst / Calypso / Somerset Hills Pony Club
1992: Ashley Johnson / Ashley’s Star King / Amwell Valley Hounds Pony Club
1993: Unknown
1994: Unknown
1995: Unknown
1996: Mary Alice Malone, Jr. / Irresistable
1997: Kate Honey / Mountain Mist / Jockey Hollow Pony Club
1998: Catherine Malone / Mighty Max
1999: Ashlee Finon / Sweet Dreams
2000: Catherine Malone / Ivan
2001: Unknown
2002: Betsy Weber / Edelweiss / Hunterdon Hills Pony Club
2003: Kara Santmeyer / At Liberty / Loudon Hunt Pony Club
2004: Nicole DelGiorno / Power Play / Shore Rides Pony Club
2005: Unknown
2006: Maura Gay / Tera / Brandywine Hounds Pony Club
2007: Maura Gay / Tera / Brandywine Hounds Pony Club
2008: Jocelyn Wiese / Grand Traverse / Ashuelot River Pony Club
2009: Addison Spencer / Giselle III
2010: Award Not Presented
2011: Amy Cobbett / Solicitor General / Iron Bridge Hounds Pony Club
2012: Mallory Chambers / Fabuloso / Spring Valley Hounds Pony Club
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Alexa Derr / Just Livingston / Berks Pony Club of the Eastern Pennsylvania Region Pony Club
2015: Mallory Chambers / Spring Valley Hounds Pony Club
2016: Award Not Presented
2017: Abby Fodor / Slip N Slide / Amwell Valley Hounds Pony Club
2018: Sophie Wayner / Lyrical / Somerset Hills Pony Club

True Story Memorial Trophy – Pony – High Score

Marilyn Payne of Applewood Farm donated this trophy in 1986 to commemorate the memory of True Story, a pony owned by Heather Mason of Flying Change Farm. Heather and True Story successfully competed through Prix St. George.

Criteria: All Level High Score, Pony, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical Freestyle

1986: Blythe Sturmfels / RH Beau-Regard
1987: Lendon Gray / Last Scene
1988: Bobbie Mather / Tiger Lily
1989: Bobbie Mather / Tiger Lily
1990: Heather Mason / Zauberelle
1991: Mary Herbst / Calypso
1992: Tanya Marie Kelly / Casper
1993: Ellen Fitzgerald / Charlemagne
1994: Unknown
1995: Mary Herbst / Calypso
1996: Catherine Malone / Leprechaun
1997: Kate Honey / Mountain Mist
1998: Unknown
1999: Unknown
2000: Betsy Weber / Chavaro’s Formal Attire
2001: Unknown
2002: Ana DiGironimo / Orion
2003: Nicole DelGiormo / Knickers In A Twist
2004: Unknown
2005: Jamie Reilley, VMD / Black Jack
2006: Darcy Miller-Brown / Topsy
2007: Brenda Doudican / Glen Haven Barossa Valley
2008: Mae Janiga / Reach For The Stars
2009: Lauren Chumley / Sham’s Chinaberry
2010: Judy Sloan / Roseview’s Otinio
2011: Emily O’Neill / Kynynmont Cooper O’Grady
2012: Sophia Calve / Goose Landings Medallions Thor
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Cameron Manuli / Oscar Wild
2015: Lauren Chumley / Nikolas
2016: Elsa Emerson / Chanel 05
2017: Abby Fodor / Slip N Slide
2018: Lauren Chumley / Bayshore Simen

Blue Spruce Dressage Center

The Rickabaugh family of Blue Spruce Dressage Center have donated three Perpetual Trophies to honor the accomplishments of Junior and Young Riders. Established in 1973 as a training and show facility, the goal of Blue Spruce Dressage Center is to help one ride beautifully, with relaxation and enjoyment.

Criteria: Third Level and Above High Score, Junior/Young Rider, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical Freestyle

1991: Amanda Doss / Adelwise
1992: Susan Matta / Adonis II
1993: Jessica DeCoster / Filius
1994: Unknown
1995: Tracey Anne Hill / Curioso
1996: Amy Gimbel / Fredericka
1997: Tanya Marie Kelly / Galateo
1998: Unknown
1999: Nicole Zaccheo / Zanger
2000: Catherine Malone / Ivan
2001: Unknown
2002: Unknown
2003: Unknown
2004: Unknown
2005: Unknown
2006: Unknown
2007: Nicole DelGiorno / Lascar
2008: Elizabeth Kelemen / Palomos
2009: Nadine Schlonsok / Ikaros
2010: Dominique Cassavetis / Charming Princess
2011: Jennifer Foulon / Little Granny
2012: Emily Sours / Noble Baron
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Rachel Chowanec / Kynynmont Cooper O’Grady
2015: Mallory Chambers / Gallant
2016: Mallory Chambers / Gallant
2017: Award Not Presented
2018: Amelia Devine / Perazzi DS

Criteria: Training through Second Level High Score, Junior/Young Rider, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical Freestyle

1991: Jasmine Jade Napravnik / Sweet Sensation
1992: Ashley Johnson / Ashley’s Star King
1993: Kate Standish / Panama Jack
1994: Tanya Marie Kelly / Little Joe
1995: Unknown
1996: Mary Alice Malone, Jr. / Irresistable
1997: Noel DiPaola / Mandschu
1998: Unknown
1999: Esther de Graaf / Levall
2000: Melissa Pribic / Kismet Chaos
2001: Unknown
2002: Kristen Cousins / Minuet
2003: Kara Santmyer / At Liberty
2004: Melissa Pribic / Radiance
2005: Unknown
2006: Maura Gay / Tera
2007: Unknown
2008: Anna Paulina Lutz / Duka
2009: Nadine Schlonsok / Fernando
2010: Holly Schnader / Darkcyde of the Moon ++++ / /
2011: Jordan Rich / Reese
2012: Mallory Chambers / Fabuloso
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Cameron Manuli / Oscar Wild
2015: Hailey Brant / Baby
2016: Laura Rhine / Fhila
2017: Abby Fodor / Slip N Slide
2018: Amanda Perkowski / Danke Shoene RRS

Criteria: All Level High Score, Junior/Young Rider, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical Freestyle

1991: Mary Herbst / Calypso
1992: Tanya Marie Kelly / Casper
1993: Unknown
1994: Tanya Maria Kelly / Little Joe
1995: Mary Herbst / Calypso
1996: Catherine Malone / Leprechaun
1997: Noel DiPaola / Mandschu
1998: Unknown
1999: Unknown
2000: Heather Patton / AM Appamatox
2001: Unknown
2002: Kristen Cousins / Minuet
2003: Elizabeth Ventre / Orion’s Lady
2004: Unknown
2005: Unknown
2006: Adriane Alvord / Benedict
2007: Unknown
2008: Kalani Williams / Spirit Stone
2009: Natalie Pai / Charly
2010: Award Not Presented
2011: Amanda McAuliffe / Rainbeau’s Finella
2012: Award Not Presented
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Cameron Manuli / Oscar Wild
2015: Nicholas Dressler / Dreamy
2016: Lannah Smith / Becca
2017: Award Not Presented
2018: Lucy Donaldson / Sport Model

Eastern Arabian Perpetual Trophy – Arabian or Half-Arabian High Score

This trophy was donated to recognize the achievement of the elegant Arabian and Half-Arabian horse. This Eastern breed is well known for arched necks, high tail carriage, loyalty, stamina and intelligence. It is said that the Arabian horse has influenced, directly or indirectly, all other breeds of horses. Unfortunately, the original trophy and information about this trophy had been lost so the records are incomplete.

Criteria: All Level High Score, Arabian or Half-Arabian Breed, No Dressage Seat Equitation, No Musical Freestyle

2008: Laura Killian / Kirashana
2009: Angelia Bean / BR Danny’s Secret
2010: Holly Schnader / Darkcyde of the Moon ++++ / /
2011: Ciara Danese / Trueblue Goldmine
2012: Kara Somerville / Psymbad VF
2013: Award Not Presented
2014: Kara Somerville / Psymbad VF
2015: Renee Roberts / Calm In The Storm
2016: Lannah Smith / Becca
2017: Angelia Bean / BR Danny’s Secret
2018: Angelia Bean / BR Danny’s Secret