Sac Int changes dates, adds Jr-Am championship

By February 10, 2012

The Sacramento International Horse Show announced a change of dates. The show, at the Murieta Equestrian Center, will now take place Sept. 25-Oct 7.

The two week event will again offer many feature classes culminating with the $50,000 Grand Prix of Sacramento CSI-W the final Saturday night.

New to the event is the North American Team Championships, a week one feature event for junior and amateur riders competing at the 1.20m level. Eleven regional teams have been invited to compete in this championship over three days of competition. Rider qualifications for those teams will be announced at a later date. Riders will also be allowed to compete as individuals for the $15,000 in prize money. PhelpsSports has signed on as presenting sponsor.

Week one, “Welcome Week,” takes place September 25-30 and in addition to the aforementioned NATC will also include the $20,000 SIHS Young Jumper Suitability Finals, Grand Prix Hunter Classic and a $25,000 Grand Prix.

Week two, “World Cup Week,” is October 2-7, and will feature a $35,000 Open Jumper Classic, $25,000 Showbiz Magazine Open Stake and the $55,000 Grand Prix of Sacramento CSI-W.

A line-up of clinics featuring world class professionals from six disciplines and other special events will be announced shortly. For details vsit www.jumpsacto.com or www.facebook.com/jumpsacto.

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