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March 19 2015
with Chris Stafford
British journalist Pippa Cuckson who writes for the Horse Canada.com website under The Cuckson Report, and Michael Campbell, President of the American Endurance Ride Conference (AERC) discuss the latest scandals and rule infringements that have recently been exposed and the implications to the sport. You can read Pippa's Blog here and visit the AERC website here. Post your comments and questions on the Facebook Page at Chris Stafford Radio and follow on Twitter @chrisestafford.
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http://chrisstafford.podbean.com/e/equestrian-endurance-revealed-pippa-cuckson-michael-campbell/
Friday, March 20, 2015
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Significance of FEI suspension ‘not yet fully understood by UAE riders’
Horseandhound.co.uk - Full Article
Pippa Cuckson
19 March, 2015
World Horse Welfare has been joined by major equestrian nations in applauding the FEI’s suspension of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), over the escalating crisis in desert endurance racing.
The charity’s Roly Owers hoped the FEI’s unprecedented move heralded the end of a “dark period”.
“In many ways this is a sad day,” he said. “However, the FEI’s drastic move to suspend the UAE federation is a reflection of the seriousness of the situation.
“We hope this action will be the end of a dark period in international endurance and demonstrate to all that the FEI Welfare Code of Conduct must be at the heart of international equestrian sport.
“The focus is now on the UAE to undergo a fundamental change in attitude.”
The FEI bureau took its “unanimous” decision last Thursday (12 March), also ordering an investigation into allegations, first exposed by H&H, that the UAE has been faking ride results for several years...
Read more at http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/significance-of-fei-suspension-not-yet-fully-understood-by-uae-riders-478116#7jTBV21tTUBQ5Ftp.99
Pippa Cuckson
19 March, 2015
World Horse Welfare has been joined by major equestrian nations in applauding the FEI’s suspension of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), over the escalating crisis in desert endurance racing.
The charity’s Roly Owers hoped the FEI’s unprecedented move heralded the end of a “dark period”.
“In many ways this is a sad day,” he said. “However, the FEI’s drastic move to suspend the UAE federation is a reflection of the seriousness of the situation.
“We hope this action will be the end of a dark period in international endurance and demonstrate to all that the FEI Welfare Code of Conduct must be at the heart of international equestrian sport.
“The focus is now on the UAE to undergo a fundamental change in attitude.”
The FEI bureau took its “unanimous” decision last Thursday (12 March), also ordering an investigation into allegations, first exposed by H&H, that the UAE has been faking ride results for several years...
Read more at http://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/significance-of-fei-suspension-not-yet-fully-understood-by-uae-riders-478116#7jTBV21tTUBQ5Ftp.99
UAE welcome back when they follow rules, says FEI vice-president
Insidethegames.biz - Full Article
Wednesday, 18 March 2015
By Emily Goddard at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami
John Madden, first vice-president of the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), has said the United Arab Emirates will be "perfectly welcome" back into the sport when it shows exactly how it will follow the rules.
The FEI Bureau, chaired by President Ingmar De Vos, unanimously agreed to suspend the Emirates Equestrian Federation (EEF) last month following an investigation into "major horse welfare issues" and allegedly faked results in endurance events.
The immediate ban means the nation "may not attend or be represented at any session or meeting of any body of the FEI, may not organise any international events, and its members cannot participate in any international events".
It also follows a move at the beginning of the month to strip the UAE of two endurance races scheduled to be held later this month.
However, Madden, who is also chair of the FEI jumping committee, made clear the nation can come back into competition when it provides evidence of change.
"It's very sad that we've had to suspend the United Arab Emirates Federation," he told insidethegames here at SPORTELAmerica.
"But they are welcome back in the FEI at any time when they can demonstrate to us and explain to us exactly how they are going to protect horse welfare and following the FEI rules.
"It's not good enough to say yes we are going to do it they need to demonstrate exactly how...
Read more here:
http://www.insidethegames.biz/sports/summer/equestrian/1026218-uae-welcome-back-when-they-follow-rules-says-fei-vice-president
Wednesday, 18 March 2015
By Emily Goddard at the JW Marriott Marquis Miami
John Madden, first vice-president of the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), has said the United Arab Emirates will be "perfectly welcome" back into the sport when it shows exactly how it will follow the rules.
The FEI Bureau, chaired by President Ingmar De Vos, unanimously agreed to suspend the Emirates Equestrian Federation (EEF) last month following an investigation into "major horse welfare issues" and allegedly faked results in endurance events.
The immediate ban means the nation "may not attend or be represented at any session or meeting of any body of the FEI, may not organise any international events, and its members cannot participate in any international events".
It also follows a move at the beginning of the month to strip the UAE of two endurance races scheduled to be held later this month.
However, Madden, who is also chair of the FEI jumping committee, made clear the nation can come back into competition when it provides evidence of change.
"It's very sad that we've had to suspend the United Arab Emirates Federation," he told insidethegames here at SPORTELAmerica.
"But they are welcome back in the FEI at any time when they can demonstrate to us and explain to us exactly how they are going to protect horse welfare and following the FEI rules.
"It's not good enough to say yes we are going to do it they need to demonstrate exactly how...
Read more here:
http://www.insidethegames.biz/sports/summer/equestrian/1026218-uae-welcome-back-when-they-follow-rules-says-fei-vice-president
Australian Endurance Team Support Personnel Appointments
Equestrian.org.au
Posted by Equestrian Australia on 17/03/2015
The following individuals have been appointed to key support personnel positions within the Australian Endurance Team. The appointments are for a four year term which will conclude following the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games.
Chef d'Equipe
Andrew Kettlewell – NSW
Assistance Chef d'Equipe
Tom McCormack – NSW
Equestrian Australia can also confirm National Endurance Selectors appointments, which are also for a four year term.
National Selectors
Anne Barnes – WA – Chair
Patricia Mackay – NSW
Jane McLaughlin – VIC
Alamdar Dastani – NSW
Congratulations to the abovenamed individuals on their appointments.
Posted by Equestrian Australia on 17/03/2015
The following individuals have been appointed to key support personnel positions within the Australian Endurance Team. The appointments are for a four year term which will conclude following the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games.
Chef d'Equipe
Andrew Kettlewell – NSW
Assistance Chef d'Equipe
Tom McCormack – NSW
Equestrian Australia can also confirm National Endurance Selectors appointments, which are also for a four year term.
National Selectors
Anne Barnes – WA – Chair
Patricia Mackay – NSW
Jane McLaughlin – VIC
Alamdar Dastani – NSW
Congratulations to the abovenamed individuals on their appointments.
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Britain backs endurance stance; FEI spells out details of UAE suspension
Horsetalk.co.nz | March 18, 2015
Endurance officials in Britain have voiced support for the FEI in its efforts to sort out the issues in the sport which led to last week’s suspension of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Their backing came as the world governing body spelt out the practical implications of the suspension.
The FEI suspended the UAE over what it said were welfare concerns and non-compliance with its rules and regulations in endurance. The suspension would remain in place until the UAE was able to satisfy the FEI it could meet the standards required.
The chairman of Britain’s endurance board, John Hudson, said on Tuesday that the endurance board supported the FEI fully in its determination to ensure endurance was properly regulated and that its code of conduct for the welfare of horses was always respected.
“We hope that the necessary changes are made to the FEI’s satisfaction,” Hudson sad.
[More ...]
Endurance officials in Britain have voiced support for the FEI in its efforts to sort out the issues in the sport which led to last week’s suspension of the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Their backing came as the world governing body spelt out the practical implications of the suspension.
The FEI suspended the UAE over what it said were welfare concerns and non-compliance with its rules and regulations in endurance. The suspension would remain in place until the UAE was able to satisfy the FEI it could meet the standards required.
The chairman of Britain’s endurance board, John Hudson, said on Tuesday that the endurance board supported the FEI fully in its determination to ensure endurance was properly regulated and that its code of conduct for the welfare of horses was always respected.
“We hope that the necessary changes are made to the FEI’s satisfaction,” Hudson sad.
[More ...]
Tuesday, March 17, 2015
FEI Clarifies Details of UAE National Federation Suspension
March 17 2015
Sabrina Zeender, Secretary General of the FEI has sent a letter to the National Federations clarifying the details of the unprecedented suspension 12 March 2015 of the United Arab Emirates Equestrian Federation from FEI, due to major horse welfare issues and non-compliance with FEI Rules and Regulations in endurance.
The letter outlines all aspects of the suspension, including what UAE athletes and officials can and cannot do, whether in endurance or other disciplines; prohibiting the UAE from organizing any International events in any discipline; and prohibiting the UAE flag from being displayed at any venue or event during the suspension.
The entire letter can be see here.
The entire archives of the "FEI Controversy" since 2013 can be seen here:
http://www.endurance.net/international/UAE/2013FEIControversy/
Sabrina Zeender, Secretary General of the FEI has sent a letter to the National Federations clarifying the details of the unprecedented suspension 12 March 2015 of the United Arab Emirates Equestrian Federation from FEI, due to major horse welfare issues and non-compliance with FEI Rules and Regulations in endurance.
The letter outlines all aspects of the suspension, including what UAE athletes and officials can and cannot do, whether in endurance or other disciplines; prohibiting the UAE from organizing any International events in any discipline; and prohibiting the UAE flag from being displayed at any venue or event during the suspension.
The entire letter can be see here.
The entire archives of the "FEI Controversy" since 2013 can be seen here:
http://www.endurance.net/international/UAE/2013FEIControversy/
Great Britain: Crabbet Organisation celebrates Endurance success
Endurancegb.co.uk
- (Published:16 March 2015)
The Crabbet Organisation celebrated its first Endurance awards for Crabbet or Crabbet related Arabians who had competed with Endurance GB, SERC or the FEI during 2014, or the young stock graded by the BEF at Futurity events.
In its first year 30 horses applied for the new awards introduced by new committee member Rachael Claridge who herself has a 100% Crabbet Arabian stallion and competed for Team GBR as a Young and Senior rider with Crabbet related gelding Silver Mistrahl. The formula for the pilot awards encouraged Crabbet Organisation members to submit their horses’ endurance master cards or futurity scorecards at the end of the 2014 season. The highest mileage horses were then recognised in the Novice, Open, Advanced and FEI categories. Special categories were also recognised for Young Riders who had ridden Crabbet or Crabbet related horses during 2014, young stock graded on their potential to become endurance horses and also former committee members were thanked officially for their voluntary contribution.
The Compass Inn's stunning Orangery, near Badminton, Gloucestershire was the venue for the awards held on Saturday 28th February. Forty members travelled from across the country to attend the event which was generously supported by The Pure Feed Company, Ariat Europe, Brinicombe Equine, Verm-x, Blue Chip Feed, Horse Scout and West Kington Stud.
Endurance GB Board member Jo Claridge, AHS President Anne Brown and The Pure Feed Company founder Lou Talintyre presented the awards (follow link to full results). Chair of the Crabbet Committee Natalie Tindall thanked former committee members Susan Hawes, Lindsay Thain, Lynne Humphreys and Suzanne Cruise for their voluntary contribution to the small but international breed society and presented them with an Arabian horse belt buckle.
For full results and more information about the 2015 Crabbet Organisation Endurance Achievement Awards or for membership queries please contact info@rachaelclaridge.com or telephone 01454 238942
and see http://endurancegb.co.uk/main/news#2015031601
Rachael Claridge
- (Published:16 March 2015)
The Crabbet Organisation celebrated its first Endurance awards for Crabbet or Crabbet related Arabians who had competed with Endurance GB, SERC or the FEI during 2014, or the young stock graded by the BEF at Futurity events.
In its first year 30 horses applied for the new awards introduced by new committee member Rachael Claridge who herself has a 100% Crabbet Arabian stallion and competed for Team GBR as a Young and Senior rider with Crabbet related gelding Silver Mistrahl. The formula for the pilot awards encouraged Crabbet Organisation members to submit their horses’ endurance master cards or futurity scorecards at the end of the 2014 season. The highest mileage horses were then recognised in the Novice, Open, Advanced and FEI categories. Special categories were also recognised for Young Riders who had ridden Crabbet or Crabbet related horses during 2014, young stock graded on their potential to become endurance horses and also former committee members were thanked officially for their voluntary contribution.
The Compass Inn's stunning Orangery, near Badminton, Gloucestershire was the venue for the awards held on Saturday 28th February. Forty members travelled from across the country to attend the event which was generously supported by The Pure Feed Company, Ariat Europe, Brinicombe Equine, Verm-x, Blue Chip Feed, Horse Scout and West Kington Stud.
Endurance GB Board member Jo Claridge, AHS President Anne Brown and The Pure Feed Company founder Lou Talintyre presented the awards (follow link to full results). Chair of the Crabbet Committee Natalie Tindall thanked former committee members Susan Hawes, Lindsay Thain, Lynne Humphreys and Suzanne Cruise for their voluntary contribution to the small but international breed society and presented them with an Arabian horse belt buckle.
For full results and more information about the 2015 Crabbet Organisation Endurance Achievement Awards or for membership queries please contact info@rachaelclaridge.com or telephone 01454 238942
and see http://endurancegb.co.uk/main/news#2015031601
Rachael Claridge
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