National Equestrian Awards 2022
Winners
Club
of the Year
Equestrian Business
of the Year
Scottish Police Equestrian Club
Apt Cavalier
Equestrian Employee
of the Year
Hannah Farrell
Equestrian Photo
of the Year
Emma Cheape
Equestrian Writer
of the Year
Steff Singleton
Equine Breeder
of the Year
MFS Studfarm
Participation Coach
of the Year
Emma Sayer
Youth Performer
of the Year
Rose Foley
Youth Volunteer
of the Year
Millie Jarmson
Owner
of the Year
Morean Hamilton
Project
of the Year
NPS Scotland
Board Special Award
Performer
of the Year
Douglas Crawford
Volunteer
of the Year
Sue Cheape
Young People's Coach of the Year
Sue Hendry
Team
of the Year
Team of Coaches Rebecca Hewit, Stacey Swanston and Anna-Marie MacPherson
Lifetime Achievement
Graham Barclay
Yvonne Learmonth
Awards Dinner Images
by Jim Crichton
National Equestrian Awards 2023
The horsescotland Awards provide the opportunity to thank the Scottish equestrian sector for their dedication and to recognise their achievements throughout the year.
Friday 29th September 2023
Doubletree Dunblane Hydro, Perth Road, Dunblane, FK15 0HG
Hotel room bookings can be made in advance using the link
THE AWARDS
1. Club of the Year
This award will be made to a club who has made an outstanding contribution to the development of equestrianism at a local, regional or national level.
Evidence
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Has contributed to the development of their participants
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Has created a safe, fun, nurturing and inclusive environment for development
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Has adopted a rider-centred approach to coaching
2. Equestrian Business of the Year
This award will be made to a Scottish based equestrian business that has made an outstanding contribution to the development of equestrianism at a local, regional or national level. Please note this category is open to all businesses from a freelance individual to large established businesses.
Evidence
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Customer service delivery
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Product knowledge
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Awareness of retailer requirements
3. Equestrian Employee of the Year
This award will be made to an employee of an equestrian organisation who has made an outstanding contribution. This could be any employee ranging from administrative support to a groom.
Evidence
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The employer should demonstrate the positive impact this employee has made on their organisation and outline the contributions they have made.
4. Equestrian Photo of the Year
This award will be made to the photographer (professional or other) of the best equestrian related photograph. The horsescotland Board will create a shortlist and the public will vote for their favourite via social media channels.
A high resolution electronic photo must be submitted with this nomination form, with sections 1, 2 & 3 completed, there is no need to complete section 4 of the nomination form for this category.
Any photos submitted for this category can be used by horsescotland, whilst crediting the photographer, for promotional purposes.
5. Equestrian Writer of the Year
This award will be made to an Equestrian Writer who has made an outstanding contribution to the promotion of the Scottish equestrian sector.
Evidence
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Raised profile of the Scottish Equestrian Sector in Scotland and further afield
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Proven track record of continuous publication of their writing in publications or online, including Blogs.
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A minimum of 2 examples of published writing must be submitted as evidence.
6. Equine Breeder of the Year
This award will be made to a breeder who has made an outstanding contribution to the development of equine breeding.
Evidence
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Raised profile of the breed in Scotland and further afield
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Proven track record of breeding quality equines in Scotland
7. Youth Coach of the Year
This award will be made to a coach who is Under 21 years old (at the time of applications closing), and has supported the development of athletes or teams, and has significantly increased the sporting opportunities available and participation levels within, their community.
Evidence
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Has delivered regular quality coaching sessions to a group or to individual athletes
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Created a safe, enjoyable and inclusive environment for participation
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Has demonstrated innovative practice in their coaching
8. Participation Coach of the Year
This award will be made to a coach who has supported the development of athletes or teams and has significantly increased the sporting opportunities available and participation levels within, their community.
Evidence
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Has delivered regular quality coaching sessions to a group or to individual athletes
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Created a safe, enjoyable and inclusive environment for participation
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Has demonstrated innovative practice in their coaching
9. Performance Coach of the Year
This award will be made to a coach working with athletes and teams at the highest level of sport. The award looks for evidence of player-centred development leading to successful performance at the most senior level of International, UK or Scottish sport.
Evidence
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Has adopted a player-centred approach to coaching
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Has made a difference to the performance of an athlete or team based on resources available to them
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Has coached athletes or teams who have delivered a successful performance at National or International Level
10. Performer of the Year
This award will be made to a performer who has achieved an outstanding result(s) at national and/ or international level.
Evidence
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Has delivered successful performances at the highest level of Scottish, UK or international sport
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Has promoted equestrianism in a favourable and positive manner, being an ambassador for Scotland
11. Youth Performer of the Year
This award will be made to a performer who is Under 21 years old (at the time of applications closing) has achieved an outstanding result(s) at national and/ or international level.
Evidence
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Has delivered successful performances at the highest level of Scottish, UK or international sport
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Has promoted equestrianism in a favourable and positive manner, being an ambassador for Scotland
12. Volunteer of the Year
This award will be made to a volunteer who has made an outstanding contribution to the development of equestrianism at a local, regional or national level.
Evidence
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Has significantly increased the opportunities available to their club, centre or event
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Has helped create a safe, enjoyable and inclusive environment for participation
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Has given of their time more than is expected
13. Youth Volunteer of the Year
This award will be made to an Under 21 years old (at the time of applications closing) who has made an outstanding contribution to the development of equestrianism at a local, regional or national level.
Evidence
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Has significantly increased the opportunities available to their club, centre or event
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Has helped create a safe and enjoyable environment for participation
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Has given of their time more than expected
14. Young People's Coach of the Year
This award will be made to a coach who has made an outstanding contribution to the introduction and early development of sport for young people under the age of 18.
Evidence
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Has delivered quality coaching in a safe environment
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Has contributed to the development of the basic skills of a young athlete or a young team
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Has created a safe, fun, nurturing and inclusive environment for development
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Has demonstrated innovative practice in their coaching.
15. Owner of the Year
This award will be made to an owner who has made an outstanding contribution to supporting our Scottish sporting sector
Evidence
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Registered owner of a horse which is stabled, produced and competed in Scotland
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Demonstrated commitment to support the development of the sport
16. Team of the Year
This award will be made to a team who have work together to achieve outstanding result(s) whether it’s, a team of coaches, trainers or professionals or a team representing a club/ organisation at national and/ or international level.
Evidence
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Has delivered successful achievements/ performances at the highest level of Scottish, UK or international sport or industry
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Has promoted equestrianism in a inclusive, favourable and positive manner, being an ambassador for Scotland
17. Project of the Year
This award will be made to a project which has significantly benefited the equestrian community in Scotland by helping to increase participation, development and inclusivity.
Evidence
• Benefited a wide range of individuals/groups
• Created a safe, enjoyable and inclusive environment for participation
• Has demonstrated innovative practice
Please note that the horsescotland Board/ judging panel reserves the right to not present every award each year or to potentially reclassify nominees or merge coaching categories dependent on number of nominations received.
