Re: RC: juniors

[BMcCrary27@aol.com]

In a message dated 02/13/2000 8:47:50 AM Pacific Standard Time, 
Eenergonzillen@aol.com writes:

<< She is only 13 and rode with a sponsor.  In one ride, they came in 5th and 
 6th.  So, they both weighed in for BC.  I thought that the only reason she 
 didn't get it was because she weighs 85 lbs.  I think her horse (well, the 
 horse she was riding) got the highest vet score >>

Most likely the reason she didn't receive BC is that she is so very 
lightweight.  BC is selected by a formula based on a combination of vet 
scores, riding time, and rider's weight.  Her mount might have had the best 
vet score, and she might have had the best riding time, but her very low 
weight would work against her and could cause her to lose the BC award to a 
heavier rider with slower riding time and lesser vet score.  Only riders 
placing in the top ten are eligible for judging for BC.  If the rider in 8th 
place, for example, came in 3 hours later than the junior, this much slower 
time factors into the formula and decreases that rider's score.  But if that 
rider (with tack) weighs in at 250#, that works in that rider's favor.  Ride 
management figures this all out, adds up the score, and the highest score in 
the three catefories combined wins BC.

Barbara