Youth Awards

The Community Horse Youth Award is given to the junior exhibitor who has shown the best horsemanship and sportsmanship at an equestrian competition. This is the youth who is working hard with a great attitude. This junior is taking good care of their horse, cheering on their friends, and helping others. Want a free award for your upcoming equestrian competition in Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Rhode Island? Visit communityhorse.org/ youth-awards.

Emma Pannone, 15, of Sharon, Massachusetts, won the Youth Award at the New England Miniature Horse Society Summer Sizzler Horse Show in July at Apple Knoll Farm in Millis, Massachusetts. Congratulations, Emma!

Gianna Graves of Norwich, Connecticut, won the Youth Award at the Shettucket Valley Pony Club with her horse, Parker. “Gianna is a dedicated horsewoman,” says Mary Fischer, owner/trainer at Bit By Bit Stable in Uncasville, Connecticut. “Her positive attitude and love for her horse make her a role model to the members.” Congratulations Gianna! Ashby Collins, 8, won the Youth Award at NEECA’s Donkey and Mule Show in June. “Ashby was so serious about his donkey!” says Terry Lupien, show manager. “He exemplifies what donkey (and mule) ownership is all about.” Congratulations, Ashby!

Jessie Charron, 15, of Plainfield, Connecticut, won the Youth Award at the Babcock Hill Horses Naturally Show in April with Red, an Appendix Quarter Horse. Congratulations, Jessie! (Photo with Dad, Joel.)

Mia Oliveira, 18, of Acushnet, Massachusetts, won the Youth Award at the Connecticut Morgan Horse Association’s Open Show in June. “I was so surprised to win the Youth Award at Connecticut Morgan!” says Mia. “It was my horse’s and my first time showing together and we had a blast. Flintwood Brandywine, a.k.a. Scotch, was so good in our debut and I’m so excited for our future.” Congratulations, Mia! Additionally, but not pictured: y Nicalayna Rose, 9, of Oakville, Connecticut, won the Youth Award at the Massachusetts Quarter Horse Association Novice and Open Show riding I’m Taking It To the Max. Congratulations, Nicalayna!