BlackJack Saddle Club Honors Highpoint Riders And Presents Special Awards
Frank J. Buchman
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Yearend banquet of the BlackJack Saddle Club at Leonardville was highlighted by honoring highpoint riders and presenting special awards.
Club president Albert De La Garza and points keeper Stacy Nicholas presented certificates recognizing all show participants throughout the year. Riders must have competed in four of the club’s six shows to receive yearend awards.
Buckles were presented to the highpoint and runner-up riders in each age division of both performance and speed events.
Special working prizes went to those placing third through sixth in each age group again in both the performance and speed categories.
Craig Kennedy of Manhattan was awarded the Volunteer Award for assistance provided at all the club shows this year.
Rylan Mowry, St. George, was presented with the Perseverance Award for his consistent efforts to improve while competing in junior competition.
In memory of Angela Anstaett, the Most Improved Rider Award went to Macy Lyons. Maddie Smith received the Angela Anstaett Sportsmanship Award. Both awards were presented by Madison (Rogers) Howe.
Performance division winners include:
Eighteen and over: Lyndsey Greenwood and Little Red, highpoint, and Jesslin Lamont and Miss Zandy Reminic, reserve.
Thirteen to 17: Genayla Warnken and Sunny, highpoint, and Makayla Machin and Bough See Fuss, reserve.
Eight to 12: Trista Warnken and Dixie Chicken, highpoint, and Brody Greenwood and Ruby, reserve.
Seven and under: Aubrey Brazzle and Lady, highpoint, and Laynee Greenwood and Grey, reserve
Speed division winners include:
Eighteen and over: Frank Buchman and Cody.
Thirteen to 17: Madison Hammond and Bailey, highpoint, and Ava Asbury and Suzie, reserve.
Eight to 12: Kathrine De La Garza and Snickers, highpoint, and Mia Herrera and Cowgirls Golden Dream, reserve.
Seven and under: Parker Kennedy and Fancy, highpoint, and Samuel De La Garza and Whiskey, reserve.
Special recognition was given to outgoing president Albert De La Garza for his dedicated service to the BlackJack Saddle Club.
Other 2022 officers include: Troy Warnken and Justine Staten, vice presidents; Myra George, treasurer; Frank Buchman, secretary; Stacy Nicholas and Vicki Smith, points keepers; and Tara Mowry, webmaster/social media.