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Discipline Competition Formats A Notice to All Trainers
The Thoroughbred Makeover is a training competition, established to showcase the versatility and trainability of the Thoroughbred. As such, the format of each discipline will vary from what Trainers may be accustomed to experiencing in competitions in their respective disciplines. This is in order to serve the mission of the event, and to accommodate for the experience level of the horses, as well as for logistical realities.
Across all disciplines, it is important to note that horses are being judged on their progress in training in their respective discipline. In addition to the development of discipline-specific skills, judges will be looking at foundational qualities such as freedom and regularity of gaits, desire to go forward, and acceptance of aids. See the appendix for more information on scoring scale and directives.
Barrel Racing
All horses will first complete a horsemanship pattern followed by two timed barrel runs. The horsemanship pattern will be performed before the first timed run. The two timed barrel runs will be scheduled on separate days.
Horsemanship Pattern
The horsemanship pattern will be a very simple series of movements designed to assess the fundamentals of the horse’s training. Two judges will consider ability to maintain an even pace, responsiveness to aids, and general demeanor of the horse.
Preliminary Test Format
Timed Barrel Runs
• The barrel pattern will be set using metal barrels set at a minimum of
30 feet between the timer and first barrel and a maximum of 90 feet between first and second barrel and 105 feet between second and third and first and third.
• A laser timer will be used and reruns will be granted in the event of timing equipment failure.
• Five seconds will be added to times for a knocked barrel.
• Drags will be performed after every fifth run.
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