>>sigh! Why does everyone these days think they should be "given" a
chance to "win"?
Forget "given". I feel bad that they think finishing first is
the only goal. I think it's because that is how our awards are set
up. I'd like to do some things differently on my ride but it's tough to figure
out how to reward the behavior you want to encourage without offending those who
are used to being rewarded for crossing the line fast...and without making it CT
or a horse show. I really regret I didn't think to have a high vet score this
year. I will next year. Also want to reward horses that keep coming back for
multiple finishes.
When a good looking rider and horse cross the line first it's an enjoyable
thing to give them an award. When some yahoo on a horse that is simply putting
up with them crosses the line first and the person is too stupid to know how
little everyone is impressed...it's painful to see them encouraged.
