Youth Equestrian Development Association https://showyeda.com Developing Tomorrows Equine Professionals Today Mon, 06 Apr 2026 17:00:44 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://showyeda.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/cropped-square-1-32x32.jpg Youth Equestrian Development Association https://showyeda.com 32 32 National Championship Weekend Information https://showyeda.com/2026/03/31/national-championship-weekend-information/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:25:29 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17711 For all the details about Nationals, click this link!
https://showyeda.com/national-show/

National Championship Weekend

Can’t wait to see you there!

]]> April 12 – Sunday – South Windsor, CT https://showyeda.com/2026/03/17/april-11-marlborough-ct/ Tue, 17 Mar 2026 21:20:42 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17643 Location:  Skyz the Limit Performance Horses   Address: 253 Main St, South Windsor, CT 06074

Entries Open on 3/21/2026
Entries Due on 4/7/2026
Entries Close on 4/11/2026.

Showbill/Program:

STL Show-Bill-Double-JUDGE-4.12.26Download

Show Steward: 
Show Secretary: Amanda Riley – ambow@comcast.net – 860-918-2450
Judge: Bob Drake & Hailey Stebbins
Hosted By: Skyz the Limit Performance Horses

]]> National Championship Event – Plan The Trip https://showyeda.com/2026/03/02/national-championship-event-faq/ https://showyeda.com/2026/03/02/national-championship-event-faq/#respond Mon, 02 Mar 2026 14:13:00 +0000 http://showyeda.com/?p=979

Where is the event?
Virginia Horse Center
487 Maury River Road
Lexington, VA 24450‐3374
https://vahorsecenter.org/

Which hotel should we stay at? 
https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/lodging 

Who is competing?
Riders who during the regular show season acquired the top ten (10) highest point total in their individual category, or are in the top 20% of all those in their individual category. (Whichever method is a greater number of qualifiers)

Who is invited?
ALL family and friends who are supporting our National qualifiers as well as anyone who is interested in finding out more about YEDA.  

Will there be concessions?
Concessions will be available for purchase on-site.

Where should I stay? 
Partner Hotels and Discounts on Lodging see link below 
https://docs.google.com/document/d/10j0v-8z47WNpZoa0l0J08v-2Xmv-lqgu8PmFYhcGasM/edit?usp=sharing

Is there camping/camping hookups?
Yes, there are a few options for camping.
https://vahorsecenter.org/plan-your-visit/camping/

How does a rider or team qualify? How many riders will qualify? How are ties interpreted? 
The answer to these questions is detailed in the following document. Please click the link.
Individual & Team Point Requirements for Championship Horse Shows From the Rule Book

Things to do in the area:
Family Friendly Activities: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/family-activities 
Historic Attractions: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/historic-attractions
Recusants: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/historic-attractions
Shopping: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/shopping
Entertainment: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/entertainment
Tails, Tours, and Guide Services: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/entertainment
Outdoor Adventures: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/outdoor-adventures
Nature Spots: https://lexingtonvirginia.com/directory/nature-spots

]]> https://showyeda.com/2026/03/02/national-championship-event-faq/feed/ 0 March 21 Pondview Equestrian https://showyeda.com/2026/02/20/march-21-pondview-equestrian/ Fri, 20 Feb 2026 02:07:06 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17496 Address: 433 Main St South Bethlehem CT 06751

Open Date: 2.24.26 Due Date: 3.10.26
Close Date: 3.20.26

Judges: TOM O’NEIL, TBA

Steward: TBA

Showbill/Program/Scoresheets:

Judge A Scoresheets 3.21.26
Judge B Scoresheets 3.21.26

spring showDownload
spring showDownload

Hosted By:  Pondview Equestrian Team

Patterns #2

]]> YEDA Graduation Cords & Keepsake Keychain https://showyeda.com/2026/02/13/yeda-graduation-cords-keepsake-keychain/ Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:14:40 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17472 Celebrate your YEDA journey with a special graduation keepsake designed for our graduating seniors.

YEDA Graduation Cords can be worn during your graduation ceremony and include a detachable charm that converts into a keychain — a lasting reminder of your time in YEDA.

Cost: $15
Shipping: $10

Cords will also be available at select shows where YEDA founders will be present. If you are interested in picking up your cord at a show, please inquire which events will offer availability when you email to order.

To order:
Email Laura Smith at
LSmith@showyeda.com

This keepsake honors the dedication, growth, and memories built through YEDA. We look forward to celebrating the Class of 2026!

]]> March 29 Hyder-Burks Ag Pavilion, Cookeville, TN https://showyeda.com/2026/02/03/march-29-hyder-burks-ag-pavilion-cookeville-tn/ Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:23:01 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17429 Location: a   Address: 

Entries Open:  Feb 2, 2026   Entries Due: March 16, 2016
Entries Close: March 18, 2026

Judges: A: Emily Smith B: Delaney Rostad

Secretary: Angela Jelderks
For Questions Contact Courtney Smith Cell: 423-309-8386
Email: CourtneySmith8386@gmail.com

Show Steward: Rebecca Huddleston

LIVE PROGRAM LINK

Cookeville – Judge ADownload
Cookeville- Judge BDownload

Showbill:
UPDATE: 1 Horse = 6 Rides As it is a ONE day show. 2 Judges, all classes, ONEDAY!

Updated 2.25.2026 Showbill-Tenneessee-Two-Step-DOUBLE-Judge-Show-03.29.26 (1)Download
Updated 2.25.2026 Showbill-Tenneessee-Two-Step-DOUBLE-Judge-Show-03.29.26 (1)Download

Scoresheets:

Hosted By: Team Need a hand

Patterns: #5

]]> Dear Future Me Scholarship https://showyeda.com/2026/01/23/dear-future-me-scholarship/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 22:53:02 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17311 Dear Future Me  Scholarship

$500 Awarded

The due date is April 1st and the finalists and the scholarship award winner will be announced and presented at the National Championship Show. The winner will receive their award and a certificate in recognition of their outstanding achievement.

Dear Future Me Scholarship Guidelines 

Dear Future Me Scholarship Application 

]]> Feb28 – March 1 Pleasant Valley Stables, Spokane WA https://showyeda.com/2026/01/21/feb28-march-1-pleasant-valley-stables-spokane-wa/ Wed, 21 Jan 2026 00:35:21 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17273 Location:  Pleasant Valley Stables  Address:  10102 N Fairview Road, Spokane, WA

Entries Open on Feb 1, 2026
Entries on Due on Feb 12, 2026
Entries Close on Feb 14, 2026

SATURDAY SCORESHEETS

Bach Judge SheetsDownload
Loper Judge SheetsDownload


SUNDAY Scoresheets

Duran ScoresheetsDownload


Simpson ScoresheetsDownload

Showbill/Program:

Showbill-DOUBLE-Judge-Shows – Just ChillinDownload

Judges:
Saturday: Gena Loper & Heidi Bach
Sunday: Jacqui Duran & Jodi Simpson

Hosted By: ShowBiz

Patterns:
Saturday: All Patterns YEDA #3
Sunday: All Patterns YEDA #17

]]> EASY UPDATED ONLINE APPLICATIONS FOR SCHOLARSHIPS https://showyeda.com/2026/01/04/easy-updated-online-applications-for-scholarships/ Sun, 04 Jan 2026 18:02:35 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17153 5 Amazing Scholarships offered
9 – 12th grade opporunities & EWD Rider opporunities!

This is different from the SIF!

EASY ONLINE application process!

Click Here for more details!

]]> January 18 – MA https://showyeda.com/2025/12/28/january-18-ma/ Sun, 28 Dec 2025 06:21:46 +0000 https://showyeda.com/?p=17124 Location:  Briggs Stable   Address:623 Hanover St Hanover, MA

Entries Open on TBA       Entries on Due on TBA
Entries Close on TBA

Showbill:

January Jackpot ShowbillDownload

Program:

Judge: TBA

Hosted By: Briggs Stable Equestrian Team

Accommodations:
DoubleTree by Hilton – Rockland, MA
Comfort Inn – Rockland, MA
Best Western – Rockland, MA

Patterns: TBA

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