ROANOKE TIMES 

                         Roanoke Times
                 Copyright (c) 1995, Landmark Communications, Inc.

DATE: SUNDAY, June 19, 1994                   TAG: 9406170253
SECTION: HORSE SHOW                    PAGE: HS-5   EDITION: METRO 
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JUMPERS

Jumper classes are the most popular with spectators because they provide thrilling entertainment. The horse's performance over the obstacle is all that counts. The horse's manner of jumping is not considered. If the horse negotiates the entire course without touching any obstacles, does not veer from the prescribed course or does not refuse to jump an obstacle, the score is perfect. If, after all the horses have competed, two or more have perfect scores, they jump the course again, usually with the obstacles raised. This is called a "jump off," and the horse and rider who complete the new course most quickly and cleanly win. 


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