A Decade in the Spotlight ... The Region 12 Spotlight Futurity by CHLOE HOLMES If you are not already going, showing, or bidding on a breeding in Perry, Georgia, the first week of May, you should be. Region 12 is the largest and most populace of all the Arabian regions, and this show reflects that. Not only does it host some of the best competition in the country, starting off the show season with gusto, it also is the setting for the Region 12 Spotlight Stallion Futurity and Auction. This event, held during the Region 12 Championships, has spent ten years “creating an atmosphere of fun for the handlers, excitement for the owners and recognition of the breeders. It is one of the most innovative programs in the country,” as Frank Hennessy describes it. continued ...
“I have participated in the Region 12 Spotlight program since its inception. The program allows us to procure breedings to significant stallions, and if the resulting foal meets all expectations and more, the possibility of sharing the Spotlight prize money is thrilling. The program is extremely important to the Region 12 Championship show, too, in that it brings a multitude of entries now, in both halter and performance.” – Denni Mack
The importance of the Region 12 Spotlight Stallion Futurity is multifaceted ... It is a program for Breeders. Implicitly, by increasing marketability of enrolled stallions and their offspring and, directly, because stallion owners receive an Auction Certificate if their stallion’s breeding sells for at least $600; “double the fun” for breeders and owners of nominated stallions. As Frank Chisholm states, “This is a big benefit for the breeder in that he can compete with his foal in Spotlight classes or use the foal’s eligibility to improve its marketability.” The Spotlight program also recognizes its breeders through the Stallion and Breeder Distinction Awards. The Spotlight is “A true program that brings growth to the Arabian horse through participation of the breeders,” says Roxann Hart. It is a program for Owners. Whether purchasing a foal that is sired by an enrolled stallion, or bidding on a breeding directly from the auction, the payouts are impressive. This year will be the Spotlight’s largest projected payout yet of
“We have been impressed by the participation of both stallion owners and exhibitors over the past few years at the Region 12 Spotlight. The Spotlight group does a wonderful job of promoting breeders of some of the Arabian community’s most influential stallions in the world.” ~ Robert North
$181,339.00! It is a program for Halter Enthusiasts. Of the $181,339.00 in projected total payout, approximately $114,232.00 is available for halter. Additionally, Region 12 holds some of the largest and most competitive halter classes of all the regionals. From David Boggs,
“I feel that support for this program, and other similar programs, is essential for encouraging future interest in breeding Arabian horses, and strongly encourage everyone to get involved with the Spotlight Program.” ~ Ted Carson
“Midwest Training Centre has always been and will continue to be a large supporter of Region 12 and now their Spotlight program. The Spotlight adds great value to breeders, the marketplace within our Arabian community and to the horses that we all love.” It is a program for Performance Enthusiasts. Payouts given in the Spotlight performance classes surpass even
those at the national level. Just ask Rob Bick, “The Junior Horse classes in the hunter, western, and English divisions are now starting to be positively affected by Spotlight horses. We are seeing trainers drawn to the Region 12 Show from other areas of the country because of the Spotlight program. The effect of the Spotlight in our training business has been incredible. It is not just a halter program.” He also shared that nearly a third of RBC’s training horses are there specifically to prepare for Spotlight competitions. Additionally, the educational seminar that is sponsored
“The Spotlight Program is the best thing that could possibly have ever happened to encourage breeders and owners.” ~ Rob Bick
by the Spotlight this year is “Nutrition for the Performance Horse.” It is safe to say, that none rival the performance involvement in this program. It is a program for the Exhibitor. The Spotlight Auction this year will be themed, “Cinco de Spotlight,” as Region 12 starts on Cinco de Mayo, the favorite celebration of all taco and tequila lovers! The auction will start at 5:00 p.m. on May 5th, and directly afterwards, the Spotlight will be sponsoring the Exhibitor Party (or should we say, Exhibitor Fiesta!). The band that played last year, The Session Road, was such a great addition to the Spotlight Auction Night Festivities & Exhibitor Party, that they will join the fun again this year! In closing, as the Spotlight program rounds out its first decade, there is no doubt that it is a program for the ages.
2016 SPOTLIGHT AUCTION YEARLINGS $27,360.00 Colts $27,360.00 Fillies 2016 SPOTLIGHT NON-AUCTION YEARLINGS $18,467 Colts $18,467 Fillies 2016 SPOTLIGHT FUTURITY 2-YEAR OLDS $7,533 Colts $7,533 Geldings $7,533 Fillies
“The efforts of the Spotlight members reveals their commitment to the success of Region 12 as they work closely with them to insure we all stay focused on the beauty and uniqueness of the Arabian horse.” ~ Frank Hennessey
2016 SPOTLIGHT FUTURITY 3 & 4-YEAR OLDS PERFORMANCE CLASSES $15,070 Western Pleasure $15,070 Hunter Pleasure $15,070 English Pleasure 2016 SPOTLIGHT 5-YEAR OLDS MATURITY PERFORMANCE CLASSES $7,300 Western Pleasure $7,300 Hunter Pleasure $7,300 English Pleasure
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Dear Fellow Arabian Horse Enthusiasts, The 10th annual Region XII Spotlight Stallion Auction is fast approaching on May 5th in Perry, Georgia. The entire Spotlight Board of Directors have dedicated their time and efforts to create a memorable event that continues to ensure the possibilities for you to purchase stallion services to some of the world’s leading Arabian sires. Future offspring sired by these nominated stallions will have the opportunity to compete for prestigious titles and annual available payouts of over $181,000.00! In honor of the historic spanish holiday, Cinco de Mayo, we’ve dedicated the theme of the evening to celebrate its history for your enjoyment. The evening’s dinner has been graciously sponsored by Patricia Dempsey of Beloveds Farm, and you’ll also be entertained with live music from the band The Session Road. On May 6th after the morning session, the annual Right Holders meeting will be held in the Patron Lounge in Reeves Arena. We welcome all Right Holders to attend and discuss the future and longevity of the program; your thoughts and ideas are important to the success of the program. May 7th after the morning session, Dr. Marty Adams from Southern States will be giving a talk on nutrition of the performance horse. We welcome all to attend. Lunch provided in the Patron Lounge in Reeves Arena. We welcome you, and your family and friends to join us in celebration of the Arabian horse. Enjoy the fun and festive CINCO De SPOTLIGHT and share in the excitement of breeding and showing these beautiful animals.
Sincerely,
Charles Moseley Chairman, Spotlight Futurity
For phone bidding contact Melissa Bradshaw at 843-601-0569
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ATTEND THE SPOTLIGHT FUTURITY ACTIVITIES AT THE 2016 REGION 12 CHAMPIONSHIP SHOW THURSDAY, MAY 5, 2016 ~ 6PM Live Stallion Auction & Cinco de Spotlight in Reeves Arena. FRIDAY, MAY 6, 2016 ~ MORNING SESSION (CLASS 109) Calcutta for Spotlight Futurity Western Pleasure 3-4 Year Olds If you missed the excitement of last year’s Calcutta, be present this year! Please bid on your favorite rider and horse at the beginning of the Live Auction. FRIDAY, MAY 6, 2016 ~ FOLLOWING MORNING SESSION Spotlight Annual Rightholder Meeting in the old patrons lounge in Reeves Arena. SATURDAY, MAY 7, 2016 ~ LUNCH BREAK Dr. Marty Adams from Southern States will be discussing Nutrition for the Performance Horse. Lunch Sponsored by Southern States, Talaria Farms, and the Spotlight Futurity after the morning session in the old patrons lounge in Reeves Arena.
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MAY 7, 2016 ~ SATURDAY NIGHT CLASSES Presentation of Spotlight Sire & Breeder of Distinction Awards
OFFICERS: President ~ Charles Moseley charlesamoseley@gmail.com Vice President ~ John Rannenberg JPRannenberg@aol.com 352-266-6446 Director ~ Allison Mehta-Westley allisonm@admbuys.com 404-409-8904 Director ~ Melissa Bradshaw ncsumaj@aol.com 843-601-0569 Director ~ Ted Carson Ted@TedCarson.com 910-876-7332 Secretary ~ Kenna Burbeck kennakayburbeck@aol.com 678-523-1955 Treasurer ~ Mary Scribner mary@rsscpa.com 352-694-4184
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