SHW373. Scoring

SHW373. SCORING: Exhibitors are to be scored from 0 to 100. One-half point increments are acceptable. Run content scores will be indicated as follows:
+ = Above Average
√ = Average
- = Below Average
An additional + (Excellent) or -- (well below average) may be given.

• SHW373.1 FINAL SCORING shall be on a basis of 0-100, with an approximate breakdown as follows:

  • 90-100 Excellent showmanship, including body position and presentation of horse. Completes pattern accurately, quickly, smoothly and precisely; demonstrates a high level of professionalism.

  • 80-89 Very good performance in execution of the pattern as well as correct showmanship and presentation of horse. Excellent showman that commits a minor fault.

  • 70-79 Good pattern execution and average showmanship; lacking adequate style and professional presentation to merit elevating to the next scoring range. A very good showman that commits a minor fault.

  • 60-69 Fair pattern that lacks quickness or precision. Horse with consistently unwilling attitude or handler with obvious position and/or presentation faults that prevents effective showmanship. A good showman that commits two minor faults in the performance of the pattern. An excellent showman that commits a major fault.

  • 50-59 One major fault or multiple minor faults in the performance or presentation or position of exhibitor that precludes effective communication with the horse.

  • 40-49 Severe fault, two or more major faults, or multiple minor faults in the performance or the execution of the pattern and demonstrates a lack of handling ability and knowledge of correct body position.

  • 10-39 Exhibitor commits more than one severe fault or multiple major faults in performance or position but completes the class and avoids disqualification.