Monday, August 9, 2004

A'dashi Announces the 2004 Markel Amateur Winter Dressage Championships Winners

In 2003, Shirley Johnson, owner of A’Dashi, an exclusive equestrian apparel boutique, developed a new program to recognize adult amateur dressage riders- the Amateur Winter Dressage Championship series. Johnson solicited the help of other equestrian retailers and in 2004 Markel Insurance became the title sponsors for the series. This week more than 50 adult amateurs will share in over $5000 in prizes as the 2004 Markel Winter Championship winners are announced.

Weiss Family Chiropractic Center sponsored a special High Score Award for all levels. The 2004 High Score winner was Dr. Kristy Lund with a 3rd level score of 68.889 earned aboard her gelding, Fabio. Lund and Fabio also won the 3rd Level championship and the USEF level championship. Lund trains with John Zopatti at her, Blue Marlin Farms in Wellington, Fl. Lund also had success with her FEI horse, Nice Catch, finishing Res. Champion in the Intermediaire-I division. Last year, Lund won over $1200 in prizes in the series and was excited to be on top again in the 2004 standings. “I am really proud of both my horses”, said Lund “and I am grateful to John (Zopatti) for his training and instruction”.