2014 PRESS
CHICAGO
HUNTER DERBY
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CHICAGO HUNTER DERBY
BENEFITTING
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CHARITIES
RECORD
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The Chicago Hunter
Derby Announces Judges
Panel for 2014
Antioch, IL - May 26, 2014 - The Chicago Hunter Derby presented by
Chicago Equestrians for a Cause is pleased to announce the judges
panel for this year’s derby to be held September 5 -7th, 2014 at the
beautiful Annali-Brookwood Farm in Antioch, IL. The prestigious derby
is now in its sixth year of producing one of the best stand-alone derby
events in the country while raising money for local charities. The event
features a $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby sponsored by
Canadian Pacific and a $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby. This year
the proceeds from the event will benefit three charities; Ann & Robert
H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, the University of Chicago
Cancer Research Foundation and The United States Hunter Jumper
Association Foundation. In 2013, The Chicago Hunter Derby raised
$150,000 for its charities and has contributed over $400,000 to local
charities since its inception.
The Chicago Hunter Derby draws top horses and riders
from around the country such as Jennifer Alfano and Jersey Boy, three-time winner of the Chicago Hunter Derby
and winner of the 2012 USHJA International Hunter
Derby Finals. Photo: Chicago Equestrian.
Jeff Wirthman of Wellington, FL, is a USEF “R” Judge who has judged
almost every major horse show and medal finals in the country. He
has trained many top riders and collected numerous Horse of the Year
awards for the quality horses he produces.
“The Chicago Hunter Derby is one of the premier stand-alone derbies
and I’m really looking forward to judging it,” said Wirthman.
The hunter derbies are now offering more prize money for hunters
and creating events with larger numbers of spectators. The USHJA now
offers a $100,000 Derby Finals plus bonus money and the HITS series
offers a $500,000 and $250,000 Derby Finals.
Wirthman continued, “These stand alone derbies are doing just what
they are supposed to be doing - bringing up the industry with more
prize money and horses that are able to just go in the ring and get a
score of 90 without showing in a division. The derbies attract riders
that know their horses well and are confident they will just jump
around a difficult course.”
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The Chicago Hunter Derby is pleased to have four excellent horsemen,
Jeff Wirthman, Julie Winkel, Ken Smith and Holly Orlando as this year’s
distinguished panel of judges.
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The Chicago Hunter Derby
Welcomes Sapphire Riding
Academy as Sponsor
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Antioch, IL – July 15, 2014 – The Chicago Hunter Derby, presented by Chicago Equestrians for a Cause, is gearing up for this premier
event September 5-7, 2014 at the beautiful Annali-Brookwood Farm
in Antioch, IL. The headline event is Sunday’s $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby, sponsored by Canadian Pacific and Saturday’s
highlight is the $5,000 National Hunter Derby generously sponsored
by a new sponsor, Sapphire Riding Academy of Mettawa, IL.
“I really like what the derby does for the sport,” added Boyd. “We
sometimes get trapped in the four walls of the sand ring and Rush and
Carl {Weeden} along with Lynn Jayne, make it a very special event.
With Bobby Murphy designing the courses, it’s the best derby I’ve
seen.”
“We welcome Sapphire Riding Academy as this year’s 2014 National
Hunter Derby sponsor,” stated Chicago Equestrians for a Cause President, Caroline Weeden. “We are very grateful and appreciative for
their support of this great event that benefits such deserving charities.”
Boyd has been training horses and riders for over thirty years with
experience in all facets of the business. He has nearly 100 awards to
his name including Horse of the Year National Champions, Reserve
Champions and Medal Finalists. He works with riders of all ages beginning through advanced and regularly travels with his clients to
A-rated shows throughout the country.
Sapphire Riding Academy is a full service training facility with an experienced staff and on-site management overseeing all operations. With
seasoned trainer Doug Boyd at the helm, Sapphire Riding Academy
recently purchased the beautiful facility on Little St. Mary’s Road,
complete with a large outdoor riding arena, heated indoor arena,
all-weather and grass paddocks, luxurious tack room and viewing
lounge. Boyd is one of the many professionals supporting The Chicago
Hunter Derby.
The prestigious derby is now in its sixth year of producing one of the
best stand-alone derby events in the country while raising money
for local charities. This year the proceeds from the event will benefit
three charities; Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago,
the University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation and The United
States Hunter Jumper Association Foundation. In 2013, The Chicago
Hunter Derby raised $150,000 for its charities and has contributed
over $400,000 to local charities since its inception.
I love the venue and the way they run it,” said Boyd.
“They bring back the traditional splendor of the sport.
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Land Rover Presents the
Derby After Dark Party
at 2014 Chicago Hunter Derby
Antioch, IL – July 30, 2014 – Land Rover Lake Bluff proudly
presents the Derby After Dark Party at the 2014 Chicago Hunter Derby
presented by Chicago Equestrians for a Cause, September 5-7, 2014.
The party will take place Saturday night after a full day of exciting
competition, which includes the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby
sponsored by Sapphire Riding Academy and the first round of the
$50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby sponsored by Canadian
Pacific.
The prestigious Chicago Hunter Derby at Annali-Brookwood Farm in
Antioch, was created by Chicago Equestrians for a Cause to showcase
high-level equestrian events with the express purpose of raising funds
for selected charities in the Chicago area. This year, three charities will
benefit from the event: Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of
Chicago, The United States Hunter Jumper Association Foundation and
the University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation. The event has
raised over $400,000 for local charities in its five-year history.
After rave reviews from last year’s Derby After Dark Party, Land Rover
Lake Bluff invites you to an evening which includes a fajita bar by
Paramount Events, bourbon cocktails by Angels Envy, beer and wine by
Constellation Brands and back by popular demand, the band blitzFM.
The band boasts a collection of some of the most talented musicians in
Chicago, who take time from their professional bands to get together
for a few performances a year. From Bowie to Adele and from the
Pretenders to Daft Punk, blitzFM plays a wide range of songs, drawing
from four decades of great music that will have everyone dancing into
the night.
BlitzFM Founder Matt Walker, the former Smashing Pumpkins’ and
current Morrissey drummer, welcomes, as a special guest star, singer
and musician, Scott Bennett, of Brian Wilson and The Beach Boys. The
party will begin at approximately 5:00 pm after the competition.
Tickets are now available to purchase for Sunday’s event for the final
round of the $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby. The admission includes a delicious Champagne Brunch, children’s activities
sponsored by Rice Dairy, Vendor Row shopping and the Children’s
Horseless Horse Show. Gates open at 10:30 am and competition
begins at 1:00 pm.
Tickets are $275 per seat, $75 for children or $2,500 for a Blue Ribbon
Table for 10, $5,000 for a front row Champion Table, and $10,000 for
a Grand Champion Table front and center. Tickets are tax deductible
and net proceeds benefit the charitable organizations. Click here to
purchase tickets for Sunday, September 7, 2014.
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Chicago Hunter Derby and
Horse & Style Magazine
Partner Up
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Antioch, IL – August 26, 2014 – The prestigious 2014 Chicago
Hunter Derby at Annali-Brookwood Farm, held September 5-7, 2014,
is one of the most elaborate events of its kind, hosting top riders and
horses from around the country and benefitting local charities in the
process. The event is presented by Chicago Equestrians for a Cause,
a non-profit organization producing high-level equestrian events and
raising funds for local charities. This year’s charities include Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, The United States Hunter
Jumper Association Foundation and the University of Chicago Cancer
Research Foundation.
Horse & Style joins media partners Phelps Media Group International
and ChicagoEquestrian.com.
The Chicago Hunter Derby is proud to announce it’s media partnership
with Horse & Style Magazine for 2014.
Stylish shopping opportunities include vendors with the latest in
equestrian fashion and design. Some vendors are offering special
donations to the charities for every purchase so please shop away!
“Horse & Style is thrilled to partner with the Chicago Hunter Derby,
an event that showcases the true elements of the hunter discipline
that so often fall by the wayside in today’s world. The Chicago Hunter
Derby creates a stand alone event that represents the classic elements
of hunters that Horse & Style is proud to stand behind,” said Erin
Gilmore, editor of Horse and Style (H&S).
The H&S team travels the world to cover horse shows and events, riders and trainers, and equestrian style and fashion. The magazine was
created to bring equestrian style and the horse world together with a
unique focus on horses and fashion. Horse & Style will feature article
on the Chicago Hunter Derby in their October/November issue.
Besides the renowned derby itself, the event hosts a tent full of horse
enthusiasts who come to support the event and the charities. WGN’s
Dina Bair will be the emcee inside the tent for Sunday’s big day. The
event offers the complete derby atmosphere for both spectators and
riders. Spectators can enjoy shopping, delicious food, fantastic beverages, children’s activities sponsored by Rice Dairy and the Children’s
Horseless Horse Show.
Mountain Hides is one of those vendors offering a charity special.
They will be donating $100 to Chicago Equestrians for a Cause for every purchase of their signature suede wraps. The company is a luxury
leatherwear and accessory line founded by Jodi Henderson & Laura
Schoch, two local stylists.
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Chicago Hunter Derby
Score 90 Challenge
Antioch, IL – September 3, 2014 – You’ve heard of the ALS Ice
Bucket Challenge, now here’s the Chicago Hunter Derby Score 90 Challenge and you won’t even get wet! The Score 90 Challenge is asking
barns, businesses, organizations or groups of individuals to pledge a
dollar amount for every score of 90 or above given to any horse and
rider combination during the Chicago Hunter Derby’s National Hunter
Derby or International Hunter Derby on September 6th and 7th. Each
time a horse scores a 90 or above, a bell will ring signaling more
money for the charities! Facebook will keep tabs all weekend on the
donations, the pledges and the horses that helped earn money for the
charities. Any amount will help so pledge what you can and join the
Score 90 Challenge, then root for your favorite horses to score 90!
Get your group together and feel free to make a Facebook video like
Diane Carney and Lynn Jayne’s Our Day Farm have so far! Challenge
your friends to do the same and have fun with it during the derby
and help raise funds for these worthy charities! Facebook the Chicago
Hunter Derby or Chicago Equestrian with your pledge and/or your
video.the night.
Tickets can be purchased at www.ChicagoEquestriansforaCause.com
for Sunday’s final round of the $50,000 International Hunter Derby,
sponsored by Canadian Pacific.
Friday and Saturday events are open to the public for a suggested donation of $25 at the door. Friday, September 5th, features the $7,500
International Derby Welcome Stake at 10:30 am and the National
Derby Welcome Stake at 1:30 pm. Lane Change Farm and Kensel, LLC
sponsor both events.
Saturday, September 6th, features the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter
Derby sponsored by Sapphire Riding Academy at 10:00 am. Lunch will
be served at noon, with the $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby
sponsored by Canadian Pacific at 2:30 pm. The fantastic Derby After
Dark Party follows the conclusion of the day’s competition.
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The Chicago Hunter Derby is this weekend, September 5-7, 2014 at Annali-Brookwood Farm in Antioch, IL. The Derby benefits three charities;
the USHJA Fondation, University of Chicago Cancer Research Foundation and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago.
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WCIU : Chicago Hunter Derby
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Chicago Hunter Derby
this weekend
September 5, 2014 – The Hunter Derby. An event steeped in tradition. A recreation of days on the fox hunt. Transformed here in the Chicago
area into a major US competition.
Caroline Weeden and Lynn Jayne are the founders of Chicago Equestrians for a Cause, the organization which launched the Chicago Hunters Derby
6 years ago. Proceeds from this three day event go to Lurie Children’s Hospital, University of Chicago cancer research, and the US Hunter Jumper
Association.
The derby will feature junior, amateur, and pro riders from all over the U.S..and will likely raise $200,000 or more for charity.
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Tammy Provost and Kallisto Win the Chicago Hunter Derby’s $50,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby
September 8, 2014 – The $50,000 USHJA International Hunter
Derby is the highlight of the 2014 Chicago Hunter Derby at Annali-Brookwood Farm, showcasing top horses and riders from across the
country while raising funds for charities. The Chicago Hunter Derby is
a unique stand-alone event, currently offering more prize money than
any other competition of it’s kind. The derby weekend is also one of
the few derbies held in a grass field, imitating the days of fox hunting.
This spectacular production would not be possible without the
generous sponsorship of Canadian Pacific. Canadian Pacific (TSX:CP)
(NYSE:CP) is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United
States with direct links to eight major ports, including Vancouver and
Montreal, providing North American customers a competitive rail
service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is
growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation
services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Wally Sieruga,
General Manager of Operations from CP, was on hand to present
awards to the top twelve horse and rider combinations.
In addition to the derby competition, activities of all kinds were taking
place to raise funds for three charities, the United States Hunter
Jumper Association Foundation (USHJAF), University of Chicago Cancer
Research Foundation and Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. Chicago Equestrians for a Cause is the organization
responsible for organizing the event and raising over $400,000 to date
for the charities.
Special activities included raffles, silent auction items and a Calcutta,
which is where horses and riders are grouped into teams and auctioned to the highest bidder. The lucky bidder, who had the winning
horse on their team, won half of the combined dollar amount from all
the teams with the other half going to charity.
The Score 90 Challenge, a new fundraiser for the derby this year,
made use of a Canadian Pacific railway bell. The bell is a family
heirloom of the farm owners, Rush and Caroline Weeden. The Score
90 Challenge invited barns, businesses and groups of individuals to
pledge a dollar amount for every score of 90 or above issued by the
judges. When a qualifying score came in, the railway bell chimed
signaling more funds raised for the charities. The crowd caught on as
the top riders toward the end of the class tried to out due each other,
racking up seven scores of 90 or better with the crowd cheering them
on then holding their breath waiting for the scores. The Score 90
Challenge raised close to $9,000.
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Molise PR joins Michelle Durpetti Events at Chicago Hunter
Derby
September 15, 2014 – Our top Chicago PR firm worked with Michelle Durpetti Events to represent the Chicago Hunter Derby on September
5-7, 2014. This annual event returned to the picturesque Annali-Brookewood Farm this year in Antioch, IL. This was a great opportunity for individuals, and businesses to enjoy a weekend in the country, and watch some of the greatest hunter competition in the nation.
All of the proceeds from The Chicago Hunter Derby went towards Lurie Children’s Hospital, University of Chicago Cancer Research, and the US
Hunter Jumper Association. In the previous years, The Chicago Hunter Derby has raised over $400,000 for various charities. They are able to raise
this much money not just from the derby, but various activities outside of the derby. These activities consisted of raffles, a Calcutta, and silent auction items. The winner of the Calcutta won half of the prize money, and the rest went towards charity. This year, the winner of the Chicago Hunter
Derby and $50,000 was Tammy Provost with Kallisto scoring 375.5 points. Kallisto is a 13-year-old talented Belgium warmblood horse owned by
Kim Calamos. Provost also won the $7,500 Welcome Stake class on Friday with Libretto, owned by Alliy Moyer. Provost has attended the Chicago
Hunter Derby every year now, and was ecstatic about her winnings. Not far behind Provost in second place was Caroline Weeden with The Spy, and
they scored a total of 374 points. In third place was Tammy Provovvst, but this time with Santerno, scoring 370 points. Overall, the Chicago Hunter
derby was very close in points between the first three riders.
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Chicago Hunter Derby
Activity Report
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Total Broadcast Publicity Value: $71,350
WGN Morning News, Around Town Segment: Wednesday, September 3
Audience: 476,446 Publicity Value: $33,280
FOX Good Day Chicago: Thursday, September 4
Audience: 39,488 Publicity Value: $4,920
WCIU You & Me This Morning: Thursday, September 4
Audience: 11,778 Publicity Value: $4,500
WGN TV News at 5PM: Friday, September 5
Audience: 46,580 Publicity Value: $28,650
Print & Online:
Michigan Avenue Magazine: Charity Registry
Print Readership: 65,134
CS Modern Luxury Magazine, Special Edition 20th Anniversary Issue: Calendar Listing
Print Readership: 79,570
Lake County News-Sun, a Chicago Sun-Times Publication:
Chicago Hunter Derby rides into Antioch’s steeplechase haven
Online Impressions: 42,171 Unique Monthly Visitors
Visit Lake County: Event Listing
Online Impressions: 26,124 Unique Monthly Visitors
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