OHJA MEDAL FINALS
Medal Finals
OHJA Medal classes are for equitation riders who seek to compete at the highest level within their respective divisions (2’6”, 3’, 3’3”, and 3’6”). Riders who qualify by attaining enough points throughout the year are eligible to compete in the OHJA Medals Finals competition that takes place at the end of each horse show season. Medal Finals allow riders to apply their riding skills and test their horsemanship knowledge in this competitive program.
CHAIR:
Alyssa Marchington
Medal Finals Competition
The OHJA Medal Finals competition is hosted each year near the end of the horse show season. In addition to the jumping competition, all Medal Finals participants must complete a written test, the results of which count toward the final score of each competitor.
Preparation for the Medal Finals is crucial to success! There is a written portion to the finals. Please review the section on MEDAL Finals Exams below.
The OHJA Medal Finals is one of OHJA’s major fundraising events. Members are encouraged to sponsor or donate to support the Medal Finals competition, and to encourage outside sponsorship from businesses that support Oregon’s hunter/jumper community.
For local system riders needing financial assistance see LOCAL SYSTEM MEDAL FINALS GRANT information below.
Medal Finals Exams
In addition to the jumping competition, all Medal Finals participants must complete a written test, the results of which will count toward for ten (10) points toward the final score of each competitor.
Riders will be tested for knowledge from practical experience, plus from the reference materials below:
Local System Medal Finals Grant (Deadline - July 15, 2025)
The Local System Medal Finals Grant provides financial assistance to Local System members who wish to compete in the OHJA Medal Finals. For consideration of monies to be awarded, the applying junior or amateur rider must have actively participated in the fundraising activities that current year and must make a formal application to the OHJA Board.
CHAIR:
Sarah Savin
