Good news from the show front!
Trish Riddick's former mount, Genuine Gem has blossomed under her new rider/trainer combo to produce awesome results at a National Level! As some of you may remember, Gem was Trish's young prospect that Elaine showed at Training and First Levels in 2003-2004. Gem was put up for sale in 2004, as she was not the right match for Trish, and found a wonderful Mom in Jennifer and with some wonderful training, she has had some super show ring results!
Last year, 2010, Gem was 2nd in the Hanoverian All-Breeds Awards in the entire country at the Intermediate 1 Freesytle with an average 69.342% with her new trainer, Cyndi Jackson. She was also 12th in the Nation USDF Horse of the Year Awards with a 69.342% at I-1....quite an accomplishment for our little "Flamingo". (Gem used to hold her front leg up to beg for a treat). Jennifer assures us that she still does her trademark "flamingo" all the time. We love it! Congratulations Gem and Jennifer and good luck in 2011!
