TBS IEA TEAM

RIDER HANDBOOK 2015-16

CONTENTS
WELCOME LETTER

TEAM CONTACTS

IEA MISSION

HOW IEA WORKS

6-7

FEES

ATTIRE & GEAR

WHAT TO EXPECT/SHOW DAY

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PARENT & RIDER EXPECTATIONS

11

SIGN UP SHEET
12

IEA TEAM CAPTAIN APPLICATION

13

UNIFORM ORDER FORM

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JACKET ORDER FORM

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PARENT SPIRIT WEAR ORDER FORM

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Fall, 2015
Dear IEA Parents and Riders,
Welcome to the TRIPLE BAR STABLES Interscholastic Equestrian Association Team!! The goal
of our team is to provide each rider with experience, support and the opportunity to compete
in a team environment. Along with a lot of fun and friendship, this team will provide the
following:

Skills and Confidence. The ability to build skill and confidence through team support
and regular competing.
Potential Scholarships. In the NCAA, equestrian sports are considered an "emerging
sport with scholarships becoming increasingly available. Scholarships are available
from the Interscholastic Equestrian Association, United States Pony Club, and others.
Enhance College Attractiveness. Even if the student does not wish to participate on an
equestrian team or club in college, participation at the High School level provides
tremendous growth and leadership opportunities and responsibilities, which are
attractive to colleges.

In order for the above to take place, you will find that this takes a great deal of commitment.
We rely on parent volunteers and the hard work of each rider. We are lucky to have a fantastic
coach, great facility, supportive team administrator, and AWESOME riders.
Lets ride!!!!

Corrie Busalacchi
Coach
Triple Bar Stables IEA Team

Team Contacts

TEAM ADMINISTRATOR

Judy Mannina

ktm010198@aol.com

408-489-3414

CO-ADMINISTRATOR

Lisa Van Buhler

lisavanbuhler@yahoo.com

408-242-1615

TEAM COACH

Corrie Busalacchi

triplebarstables@yahoo.com

408-621-6840

Triple Bar Stables at Five Star Farms

321 Casa Loma Rd.
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
www.triplebarstables.com

FUNDRAISING CHAIR

Marianne Vernacchia mvernacchia@sbcglobal.net

TEAM CAPTAIN(S) To be decided

TEAM FACEBOOK PAGE

Triple Bar Stables IEA Team

408-421-1572

Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Mission

The mission of IEA is to introduce students in private and public middle and secondary schools (primarily
ages 11 through 19) to equestrian sports, to provide information concerning the creation and development of
school associated equestrian programs, to develop understanding and appreciation of equestrian sports through
organized student competitions, to provide students with organized competitive events and to provide
additional equine educational opportunities. Also, there are opportunities for these students to earn scholarship
money. Through the IEA, students may have the opportunity to earn scholarships towards their college
education.

The objectives of IEA are:

To promote the equestrian as an athlete
To provide students with organized competitive opportunities.
To introduce new riders to equine sports.
To promote the IEA among middle, and secondary schools.
To provide students with opportunities for further education equine sports and other
equinerelated matters.
To encourage liaison with USA Equestrian, Inc, IHSA and other interested bodies
To provide information concerning the creation and development of school associated mounted and
nonmounted equestrian programs.
To establish and enforce IEA rules, standards and policies
To evolve with the continuing progress of equestrian sports.
To generally promote the common interests of safe riding instruction and competition and
education on matters related to the horse industry and all segments thereof.

IEA Competitions
The unique aspect of these competitions, both at the local and national level, is that none of the riders will
supply their own horses or tack. Instead, the horses, saddle and other tack are all provided to the students at
the show. The host team arranges for the horses and equipment. Essentially, the horse is new to the rider, and
the scores are based upon horsemanship, not the horse.

The competitions involve six classes jumping over fences no greater than three feet and numerous flat
equitation classes. The IEA is an affiliate of the United States Equestrian Federation, the United States Hunter
Jumper Association, and the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association.

How IEA Works

Structure
IEA is comprised of multiple Zones located regionally; then Zones are divided into larger
Regions.
Triple Bar Stables is in Zone 10 which currently includes teams from Nevada, California and
Hawaii.
Time Commitment
Typically Team TBS attends 1 -2 day shows per month.
Team Administrator schedules riders in 5 shows over the season. These are typically 7 a.m. 5
p.m. days.
Team meetings and team bonding parties and events. TBS Team captains plan fun activities for
the riders to let their hair down and have fun! 4 per season.
Fundraising there are 3 fundraisers that require full participation, plus selling ads for our
hosted show.
Hosted Show TBS is required to host 2 shows, typically two days over one weekend. These
require all hands on deck, both in planning and the weekend of the show.
Practices on an as needed and as time permits basis.
Regular Show Season
Each rider can compete in a maximum of five shows during the regular season, Sept April.
Team will attend more than five shows to allow everyone the opportunity to compete in five
shows.
There are four levels of competition for Middle and High School Team riders ranging from
beginning to varsity riding on the flat to jumping 26 fences.

Team coach will place each rider in the most appropriate class for fences and flat classes based on the
riders skill level and needs of the team. IEA recommends, since this is catch riding, that a rider show in a
lower fence class than they are used to showing in on their own. If a new rider, at the time of
registration, has shown in a rated USEF hunter/jumper show in the past, you must bring your most
current show listing. Returning riders and those who have not shown in a rated show do not need to do
this.
Riders typically compete in a single level for both flat and fences classes.
Individual points are earned and recorded both by your team, zone and the IEA national organization as
follows:

o
o
o
o
o
o

1st place7 points

2nd place5 points
3rd place4 points
4th place3 points
5th place2 points
6th place1 point

Team coach also chooses one rider per class as the Point Rider for each show. The riders are not
told who the point rider is. Any points earned by this rider during that show will also count toward
the teams overall score. At the end of the show, the point riders points are added up for each
team, and team points are earned as follows:

o
o
o
o
o
o

1st place Champion7 points

2nd place Reserve Champion5 points
3rd place4 points
4th place3 points
5th place2 points
6th place1 point

Region Finals (Regionals)

Regionals is held locally in late February or early March.
If a rider accumulates 15 or more points in a season they qualify to compete in Regionals.

If a team accumulates 20 or more points in a season, the team qualifies to compete in Regionals.
The teams Coach will decide the riders that will compete in each class for the team at Regionals
based on point accumulation in each division. Coach has final say if there is a tie. Typically the team
placements remain unchanged once chosen for Regionals. However, it is the coachs discretion to
substitute team members for Zones and Nationals.
A rider may qualify individually and also be chosen as a team representative. This means they will
compete twice, in both the individual and team rounds.

Zone Finals (Zones) and National Finals (Nationals)

Zones may be held anywhere in Zone 10.
Generally, the top 14 riders in each individual class, and generally, the top 23 teams at Regionals
advance to Zones. (This number may vary according to total number of registered riders in Zone.)
Advancing to Nationals is done similarly.
Nationals rotates between the Zones, but typically is held on the East Coast.
Riders are responsible for travel costs for Zones and Nationals and also split Coachs travel costs for
Zones and
Nationals if incurred. The Team may be able to assist in Coachs travel costs. This is
determined year by year.
Horse Assignments
IEA does not require participants to own a horse. Horses are provided by the show hosts.
The horses are pooled based on what classes they are appropriate for and randomly assigned to
riders through a blind draw.
Riders are judged on their own ability and are not supposed to be penalized for horse error.

Judges
All IEA competitions are judged by IEA registered judges.

Team Member Fees

RegistrationFee(s):

$45 - $55 paid online at IEA website via credit card or PayPal

(Must be completed and paid online to join TBS IEA Team)

Triple Bar Stables Annual Team Fee: $850 for Flat and Over Fence Riders
$650 for Flat Only Riders
(This amount includes ALL class fees and training fees during regular season. Fees for post-season and
training will be billed at the time if your rider advances.)

Monthly Practices Fees:

$50 per practice

(Includes coaching, facility, and equine day use fee) Note: Practices are a
goal, but often schedules do not allow for regular practices.

Team Jacket: $108.00

Team Uniform Shirt: $38.00

Show Attire: Rider must come to shows in complete show hunter attire. (See requirements on next
page) If you are interested in second-hand apparel, please email or ask Marianne Vernacchia

Attire and Gear

Show Attire (required of each rider)

Navy or dark colored show coat

White or light colored longsleeved show shirt
Tan riding breeches
Belt
Black leather field boots
Black riding show helmet (ASTM Certified, Not a plastic riding helmet, preferably a Charles Owens or
similar helmet)
Black gloves
Hair net

Practice Attire

nd

Breeches (can be show breeches, but recommend 2 pair)

Fitted collared shirt (use own or team polo)
Riding helmet (ASTM Certified) (can be show helmet)
Hair net (for long hair)
Paddock boots (optional)
Half chaps (optional)

Team Gear

Team Jacket (required)

Uniform Shirt (required)

What To Expect on Show Day

Show days can be very long.
The competition day can be delayed by the need for rerides, which can be due to weather, or horse and/or
rider issues. Expect the show to run from 7 a.m. until about 5 pm. When the riders arent showing they are
expected to support their teammates by helping them get ready to show, and cheer their teammates on
ringside. Each rider is expected to contribute equally, and attend the full day of the show even if they finished
showing earlier in the day. WE ARE A TEAM!

Show Day Check List

Show Apparel (all clean and pressed)
Show shirt (white)
Show jacket
Riding breeches
Belt
Field boots (polished)
Boot socks
Helmet
Hair nets/hair ties
Black gloves
Boots/shoes to change into
Weather appropriate outer wear (gloves, scarves, hats)
Chairs
Food to share
Money for raffles/snack bar (optional)

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EXPECTATIONS OF PARENTS AND RIDERS

PARENT COMMITMENT

Assist with team sponsored shows

Assist with 100% of team fundraising activities
Make sure riders are present at all lessons, shows, show preparations and team events
Attend parent meetings
Fiscally responsible for lesson fees, show and trainer fees, and riding apparel
Respect the coach and teacher sponsor decisions

RIDER COMMITMENT

Compete in three to five regular shows per season

Be respectful of trainer, parents, fellow riders, and other teams at all times
Attend and participate in 100% of team fundraising events
Be responsible for horse and equipment management/ care at shows.
Be available to the trainer at all times during the show to assist
Attend all team meetings
Respect trainer, team captain and team administrator decisions

Show up for practice, on time and ready to ride

Take good care of the horse/pony after the ride
Have a positive attitude
Respect the trainer and any decisions that are made
Clean the wash stall area when finished riding
Clean school tack and horses before shows and practices
Respect the horses, facility and other riders

SUBSTANCE USE POLICY

There is a zero-tolerance substance use policy among kids, teens, and parents during shows and
competitions. We ask that parents refrain from bringing alcoholic beverages to IEA shows, practices and
team meetings. If a teen were deemed to be under the influence of a substance during a show, practice or
event, this would lead to expulsion from team.

Parent and Student Acceptance Signatures

Student Signature:________________________________Date:_____________

Parent Signature: _________________________________Date: ___________________

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TBS IEA TEAM APPLICATION

YES! I would like to join Triple Bar Stables IEA Team!
Riders Name: ____________________________(first) ___________________________________ (last)
Parent(s) Name: __________________________(first) _____________________________________(last)
Name: __________________________(first) _____________________________________(last)

Parent email: ___________________________________ Parent Phone # ___________________________

Rider email: _____________________________________ Rider Phone # ____________________________

Rider Info:
Date of Birth: ____________

Grade in school: _________ School: ___________________________________

Previous Riding Experience:

___________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________
Are you currently in a regular lesson program: YES

NO

If YES, who is your current trainer? _________________________ How many years with this trainer? ________
Have you ever shown in a rated show? YES NO
If YES, most recent level and discipline competed in?
_________________________________________________________
Have you ever been on an IEA Team in the past? YES

NO

If YES, what team: ___________________________________ If YES, what was last class/level competed:
____________

PARENTS: Parent participation is essential to the success of our season. Opportunities will arise and meetings
will be held. If you know now that you would like to contribute in a certain area like fundraising, apparel
ordering, advertising, or snack coordination or other area of organization; please indicate the area you would
like to participate in:

THANK YOU! We will be contacting you soon!

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TBS IEA TEAM CAPTAIN

APPLICATION
The IEA Team Captain and/or Co-Captain position is open for a High School Team Member who would like to
assume a leadership role on the team. Team Captains are responsible for attending and assisting at most, if not
all, competitions and events, building team spirit, and supporting fellow team members throughout the season.
This position is open for anyone who has NOT already assumed the TBS Captain or Co-Captain position the prior
year and priority will be given to new applicants who qualify. Captain and Co-Captain positions are selected
based on your essay, horsemanship experience, team spirit, respectful, positive attitude and IEA experience.

REQUIREMENTS:
14 years old or older
1 year or more IEA competition experience
Positive, mature, and respectful attitude and conduct
Ability to foster supportive, friendly relationships with team members
Desire to model and teach effective horsemanship at all times
Either Captain OR Co-Captain must be able to attend ALL REGULAR SEASON IEA SHOWS (whether scheduled to
ride or not)
250 - 500 word essay explaining why you think you would make a good TEAM TBS IEA CAPTAIN. Explain what
you value most about IEA , your goals as Captain, and how they would add to the team in a positive way.

DUTIES:
Attend REGULAR SEASON IEA SHOWS (whether scheduled to ride or not) from start to finish
Prepare and bring a spirit item to each show (good luck token, treat, message, etc. for teammates)
Be available ringside and in the warm up area to assist with boot polishing, supporting a teammate, and
grabbing last minute items like crops and spurs.
Plan 2-3 team bonding events/parties throughout the season.
Plan, purchase/make and present end-of-year gifts for teammates.
Participate fully in all fundraisers
Conduct oneself in a mature, friendly, supportive manner to all teammates, administrators, coaches, fellow
teams and others associated with TBS IEA.
Please complete this application below and turn into Coach Corrie, or your team administrator anytime before
Sept. 26th. THEN WRITE AND TURN IN YOUR ESSAY (described above) via email to Coach Corrie at:
triplebarstables@yahoo.com. DEADLINE FOR ESSAY is SEPTEMBER 26.
I am applying to be a TEAM TBS IEA CAPTAIN
Name: ___________________________(first) ________________________________ (last)
Age: _________________

How many years have you been on an IEA TEAM?________________

Name of prior IEA Team(s): __________________________________ Level competed: ____________________

Briefly, why you are interested in being this seasons TEAM TBS IEA CAPTAIN:

Turn this form into Coach Corrie or Team Administrator as soon as possible and write and turn in essay by Sept.
26 following instructions above.
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IEA UNIFORM SHIRT ORDER FORM

The TBS IEA Team uniform shirt is a moisture-wick polo shirt with team name
embroidered on breast, and rider name embroidered on sleeve. All riders are required
to purchase a Team TBS Uniform Shirt.
Parents Name: First _________________________ Last ______________________
Phone #: ____________________

Email: ____________________________

Riders name: ____________________________________________________

Womens sizes. (please circle one)

XS (0-2)

S (2-4)

M (6-8)

L (10-12)

XL (14-16) XXL (16-18)

Please spell first name of your rider for sleeve embroidery:

____________________________
Price: $38.00
Please make checks payable to TBS IEA Team and give to Tamara Malik at 1481
Glenwood Ave, San Jose, CA 95125 or contact Tamara at 408-489-3414 or at
themalikfamily@comcast.net
Please send in ASAP in order to get your shirt in time for start of IEA show season

Size chart:
Size
Bust

XS
0/2
31-33

14

S
2/4
34-35

M
6/8
36-37

L
10/12
38-40

XL
14/16
41-42

XXL
16/18
43-45

IEA TEAM JACKET ORDER FORM

The Team TBS jacket is a high quality, medium weight, cold weather jacket made by
Eddie Bauer. It is custom embroidered with the team name, as well as each riders last
name on the back. All riders are required to purchase a team jacket.
Parents Name: First ___________________ Last ___________________________
Phone #: ______________________

Email: ____________________________

Riders name:
First: ____________________ Last: _______________________________________
Womens sizes. (please circle one)
XS

XL

XXL

Price: $ 108.00
Please make checks payable to TBS IEA Team and give to Tamara Malik at 1481
Glenwood Ave, San Jose, CA 95125 or contact Tamara at 408-489-3414 or at
themalikfamily@comcast.net
Please order jackets ASAP in order to receive in time for show season.
Eddie Bauer EB531 Size Chart:
Sizes
XS
S
M
L
XL
2XL
3XL
4XL

Body
Length

Bust

25"
25 1/2
26"
27"
28"
29"
29 1/2
30"

32-34
35-37
38-40
41-43
44-46
48-50
52-54
55-57

Sleeve
Length
(Center
Back)
32"
32 1/2
33"
33 3/4
34 1/2
35 1/4
25 3/4
36 1/4

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Parent/Family SPIRIT
SHIRT ORDER FORM
Parents Name: First ___________________ Last ___________________________
Phone #: _______________ Email: ___________________________________
Riders name: ________________________________
TWO OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR TBS IEA TEAM MOM SHIRTS (baby blue polo, or
black t-shirt with turquoise bling). THERE IS ONLY ONE OPTION FOR OTHER FAMILY
MEMBERS.

1. BABY BLUE POLO SHIRT WITH GRAY EMBROIDERY

Circle option below

Price: $34.00

OPTION 1 Baby blue polo with Triple Bar Stables MOM

Embroidered on left breast

Size: _________
Qty: __________

OPTION 2 Baby blue polo with Triple Bar Stables DAD

Embroidered on left breast

Size: __________
Qty: __________

OPTION 3 Baby blue polo with Triple Bar Stables GRANDMA or GRANDPA
Embroidered on left breast
Size: ___________
Qty: ___________
2. MOMS BLACK SHORT SLEEVE BLING T-SHIRT
WITH BABY BLUE RHINESTONE OF TBS LOGO Price: $30.00 up to XL
$32.00 XXL and XXXL
Size: ________
(XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL)
Make checks payable to TBS IEA TEAM and give to Tamara Malik at 1481 Glenwood Ave,
San Jose, CA 95125 or contact Tamara at 408-489-3414 or at
themalikfamily@comcast.net

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