Meet our Members Monday!
We are doing a series of posts to get to know some of our members better. To start, we are introducing some of our Sportsmanship Award Nominees from 2025.
Next we are introducing Sophia Cocores. Sophia has been riding for 7 years and rides with Heritage Acres.
Favorite class or division to show in: Large Pony Hunters
Favorite show grounds: Wellington International
Favorite Riding Outfit Color? All Black
Song that gets her pumped to show? Better When I`m Dancin by Megan Trainer
What does Sportsmanship mean to Sophia? Sportsmanship means trying to inspire your teammates to do their best by being a positive influence in the barn, showing respect to your coaches, being patient with your horses, and making the most of the chances you get to do what you love!
#meetthemembers #cpjhsa #sportsmanship
Meet our Members Monday!
We are doing a series of posts to get to know some of our members better. To start, we are introducing some of our Sportsmanship Award Nominees from 2025.
Next we are introducing Violet Keefer. Violet has been riding for 10 years and rides with Robinson Equestrian.
Favorite class or division to show in: 0.9M Jumpers
Favorite show grounds: Kentucky Horse Park
Favorite Riding Outfit Color? Navy
Song that gets her pumped to show? Timber by Kesha
What does Sportsmanship mean to Violet? Always showing up and giving your best for your trainer, barn mates, and most importantly your horse.
#meetthemembers #cpjhsa #sportsmanship
Meet our Members Monday!
We will be doing a series of posts to get to know some of our members better. To start, we are introducing some of our Sportsmanship Award Nominees from 2025.
First we are introducing Azlynn Watts, winner of the 2025 Sportsmanship Award. Azlynn has been riding for 4 years with Heritage Acres.
Favorite class or division to show in: Short Strirrup
Favorite show grounds: The Farm Show Complex
Favorite Riding Outfit Color? Blue
Song that gets her pumped to show? Unstoppable by Sia
What does Sportsmanship mean to Azlynn? Sportsmanship means being kind and having a positive mindset. Giving compliments on their riding, especially if they have a hard lesson or fall off. Helping out at the barn whenever needed and having FUN at shows no matter the outcome.
Congratulations to Azlynn on winning last year`s sportsmanship award!
#meetthemembers #cpjhsa #sportsmanship
Great job to all of our members who showed today at Heritage Acres and at the Swan Lake Local!
Pictured below are the Short Stirrup Riders at Heritage Acres today.
Winter show season is rolling on! ❄️🏇
CPJHSA members, mark your calendars—our February shows are coming up fast:
Swan Lake Local – February 7-8
McDonogh Winter Classic – February 20-22
Robinson Equestrian Winter II (Local)- February 21
Trails End Farm (Local) - February 28
Make sure your memberships and horse registrations are current so every trip counts toward year‑end points. Clip up, load up, and come support our amazing juniors as they keep chasing their 2026 goals in the show ring!
New year, new show season! 🎉
CPJHSA members, it’s time to get back in the ring—our recognized January shows are just around the corner:
Swan Lake January Local – January 17–18
McDonogh Winter Classic – January 23–25
Robinson Equestrian Winter I – January 24
Grab your calendars, confirm your entries, and make sure your memberships and horse registrations are up to date so your points count from the very first show. We can’t wait to cheer on our riders as they kick off the 2026 season!
#CPJHSA #hunterjumper #showseason #jan2026
📣 Attention CPJHSA Members
We are preparing for the 2026 show season, and we’re inviting members to submit any proposed rule changes or updates for consideration.
Please send your suggestions via email to
📬 meghan@swanlakestables.com
picture credit : @liasimphotography
A heartfelt thank you to every CPJHSA member who joined us for the 71st Annual Banquet. Your support and enthusiasm always make this night so special.
A special thank you to our incredible board members for all the time and effort they put into creating such a wonderful night. We appreciate you! 💙🐴
Giddy up, ghouls! It’s the FINAL day to grab your banquet tickets before they gallop into the graveyard of missed chances!🦄🎃
Silent Auction Donations Wanted! 🎁
The Central Pennsylvania Junior Horse Show Association is preparing for our Annual Banquet, and we’re looking for silent auction donations to help make the evening a success!
Funds raised through the auction support our year-end awards, programs, and events that celebrate and encourage our amazing young riders.
We welcome items, gift certificates, experiences, or services from local businesses, barns, and supporters of the horse community. Every donation—big or small—makes a difference and will be recognized during the banquet and on our social media platforms.
📅 Event: CPJHSA Annual Banquet
📍 Date: November 15th
🎟️ Donations Due By: November 1st
If you or your business would like to contribute, please contact any board member or send us a message.
Thank you for supporting CPJHSA and helping us celebrate another great year! 💙🐴
CPJHSA BANQUET SLIDESHOW 📸🦄
It’s time to submit photos for the banquet slide show!
Action photos, award photos, and candid shots are all welcome!
Please email photos to Riley Heffron at heffronr@dickinson.edu
You will receive an email confirming the number of photos submitted. If you do not receive confirmation within 3 days, please resubmit your photos.
Photos are due by Nov 1st!
⭐️ CPJHSA SPORTSMANSHIP AWARD ⭐️
Do you know a member who embodies the spirit of good sportsmanship — someone who shows kindness, integrity, and positivity both in and out of the ring? 🐴💫
The CPJHSA Sportsmanship Award recognizes members who set an example for others through their attitude, dedication, and support of fellow competitors.
Applications are now open!
Nominate yourself or a fellow member who deserves to be recognized.
Deadline to apply: 10/31/25
📧 Submit nominations to: cpjhsa@hotmail.com
Let’s celebrate the heart of our sport — those who lift others up and make the community stronger! ❤️
#CPJHSA #SportsmanshipAward #EquestrianCommunity #GoodSports #RiderRecognition
