2018 Dressage WA Leaderboard

Leaderboards as at 16 October 2018:
Those riders highlighted in blue have satisfied the Leaderboard eligibility requirement to compete at one regional competition.
Please note:
The purpose of this Leaderboard update is to ensure that all results included are correct - if you do notice a discrepancy, please contact Steph Munro with evidence supporting your request. 

Adult Rider & Participant riders have been grouped for the purpose of collating the Leaderboard in its early stages - there are however separate prizes for Participant and Adult Rider Leaderboard winners. 

Para-Equestrian tests are included in the Competitor Horse Leaderboard sheet. 
In 2018, DWA is excited to announce its 2018 Dressage Leaderboard. The Leaderboard runs from 1 January 2018 - 30 November 2018 and includes all WA Dressage Competitions. 

Aims and Objectives of the 2018 DWA Leaderboard (“Leaderboard”) are to:
  • Support the growth and development of dressage riders in WA;
  • Support the initiative taken by clubs and volunteers in organising competitions in WA;
  • Increase awareness of opportunities for riders; and
  • Reward participation and success.

The Leaderboard will be maintained by the EWA Office & checked by DWA.

Please forward all enquiries or concerns to Dressage WA using the contact form, attention Steph Munro. 

The 2018 DWA Leaderboard levels are as follows:
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Points will be awarded as follows for all tests:

Rules


  • All points scored are for one horse/rider combination
  • All competitions in Western Australia hosting Competitor Classes are included in the calculation of the Leaderboard.
  • All competitions in Western Australia hosting Participant Classes are included in the calculation of the Leaderboard.
  • Each horse/rider combination must attend ONE REGIONAL COMPETITION to be eligible for the Leaderboard. Regional competitions are defined as those outside a 100km radius from Perth GPO.
  • Each combination is only eligible to win a leaderboard level once at one grade.
  • Each combination is only eligible to win one leaderboard level. If a combination is eligible to win two leaderboard levels, they will be awarded the higher of the two levels (e.g. Combination winning Prelim Pony and Novice Pony Leaderboard, only eligible to win the Novice Pony Leaderboard).
  • If the horse is sold during the season, the new horse/rider combination reverts to zero points.
  • Points gained by horse/rider combinations will NOT move between levels or between competitor/participant.
  • If a horse/rider combination moves either up or down a grade over the Leaderboard duration, any points gained in a class will remain at that level.
  • Competitior combinations are not eligible to acquire points for the Participant Leaderboard or Adult Rider Leaderboard.
  • Points may only be acquired for the Adult Rider Leaderboard at EWA Competitions where Adult Rider Classes are hosted independently or as a sub-set of a Participant class.
  • Adult Riders are only eligible for either the adult rider leaderboard or the participant leaderboard.
  • It may be possible for a horse/rider combination to have points in several levels.
  • Points are cumulative during the season within the class the horse/rider is competing.
  • In case of equality of points a count back will be taken to the number of 1sts, then the number of 2nds, 3rds etc. If still equal then the count back will go to the highest average dressage percentage.
  • Dressage WA reserve the right to alter/modify rules and prizes.
  • Presentation of prizes will be at the 2019 Dressage WA Awards Night. A presentation rug will be awarded to the winner of each class.
  • DWA Leaderboard updates will be ongoing. It is a combination’s responsibility to politely raise any inconsistencies in results with the EWA Office. Any inconsistencies must be evidenced with a copy of competition results.
  • Combinations must be current members of EWA to be eligible for the Leaderboard
  • Combinations whose EWA membership expires due to non-renewal over the duration of the Leaderboard will be removed from the Leaderboard. If you are unsure of your membership status please contact the EWA Office. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to register for the Leaderboard?

No, all riders that compete at eligible competitions will be automatically included. If your results are not included on the Leaderboard and a competition has been posted, please contact DWA.

Does my competition need to be registered for the Leaderboard?

EWA Competitions will be included on the Leaderboard when the results are sent through to EWA. If the results of your competition are not included after results have been sent to EWA, please contact DWA. 

What does it mean that I am only eligible for one level of Leaderboard?

In the situation that a rider wins two leaderboard levels, only the higher level will be awarded to that rider. The second place-getter in the lower level will be awarded Leaderboard Champion of the lower level. 

What competitions are included in the Adult Rider Leaderboard?

Points may only be acquired for the Adult Rider Leaderboard at EWA Competitions where Adult Rider Classes are hosted independently or as a sub-set of a Participant class.