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WEC / Blog / Equestrian / Shows / Jason Berry Earns Second Consecutive Win in the $15,000 USHJA National Open 3’ Hunter Derby at WEC Ohio Winter Classic #5

Jason Berry Earns Second Consecutive Win in the $15,000 USHJA National Open 3’ Hunter Derby at WEC Ohio Winter Classic #5

14 Jan 23 | Shows | SHARE

Wilmington, Ohio – Hunter competition took center stage in the R+L Arena on Friday evening for Winter in the Midwest Winter Classic #5 at World Equestrian Center – Wilmington. The field of textbook hunters impressed the judges boasting scores into the high 90s in the $15,000 USHJA National Open 3’ Hunter Derby. The seasoned group of athletes was nothing short of spectacular, but it was Jason Berry and Rock Point that displayed two remarkable rounds to bring home the blue ribbon.

Jason Berry and Rock Point. Photo by Winslow Photography.

Robert Barton’s (USA) flowing track allowed the riders opportunities to flaunt their horse’s rhythm and scope. A long flowing bending line, an impressive stone wall, and a long run oxer brought out the most impressive jumps from each horse that entered the arena. The handy phase offered multiple different tracks, where riders could choose their turn to the first fence, as well as the trot jump to the rollback on the final oxer.

Jason Berry and Rock Point. Photo by Winslow Photography.

Berry, no stranger to victory in the R+L Arena after coming off a trifecta at Winter Classic #4, laid down two breathtaking rounds, maintaining a beautiful rhythm in each round allowing Rock Point to jump in top form. With a high first-round score of 93, Berry made strategic decisions in the handy to ensure and error free ride on his new mount.

Berry of Jason Berry Stables in Verona, Virginia, spoke on his handy effort, “This horse had such a big score going into the handy that I knew I could play it safe. I was a little bit worried about the airy vertical in the handy, but he is such a good jumper that when gets his eye on something he jumps it amazing. He landed left and drifted toward the gate at jump one, so it was not worth the risk of missing the change to make the inside turn, so I took the long approach.”

Jason Berry and Rock Point. Photo by Winslow Photography.

The eight-year-old Oldenburg gelding, a new face of Jason Berry Stables, did not back off from the difficulties of the track. With Berry in the irons, the young horse showcased his promising talent and paved the way for his bright future. The duo landed a score of 89 in the handy round for an overall score of 182 to take the win.

$15,000 USHJA National Open 3’ Hunter Derby Results

1 Rock Point, Jason Berry, Alisa Berry | 93 | 89 | 182
2 Hero, Catherine Rinehart, Luke Rinehart | 88.5 | 91 | 179.5
3 Chablis 162, Catherine Rinehart, Luke Rinehart | 89 | 82 | 171
4 Cinda, Melissa Donnelly, Elizabeth Becker | 84 | 84 | 168
5 Callestino, Michaella Gerlacher, Frances Conti | 84 | 83 | 167
6 MTM Bentley, Allie McBreen, Lori Taylor | 86.5 | 78 | 164.5
7 Udefix, Colleen Holton, Colleen Holton | 81 | 80 | 161
8 Brugh’s Mill, Jason Berry, Joan Alberti | 91 | 64 | 155
9 Grimoire D’elphen, Brandon Gibson, The Grimoire Group | 85 | 68 | 153
10 Corlando 49, Melissa Donnelly, Elizabeth Becker | 87 | 44 | 131

Sophia Tabasso & Solitude Best the Field in the $15,000 USHJA National Non-Pro 3’ Hunter Derby at WEC – Ohio Winter Classic #5

Sophia Tabasso and Solitude. Photo by Winslow Photography.

Earlier in the afternoon, the R+L Arena saw 25 horse-and-athlete combinations in the $15,000 USHJA National 3’ Non-Pro Hunter Derby. The class saw numerous high scoring duos; however, none came close to Sophia Tabasso and Solitude.

Sophia Tabasso in the winner’s circle with trainer Jonathon Martin. Photo by Winslow Photography.

Tabasso, training out of Hunt Hill Farm in Chester Springs, Pennsylvania, piloted her very own Solitude to two picture-perfect hunter rounds, taking the lead in the first round with a score of 91. Tabasso spoke on her longtime partner, “he [Solitude] is super special to me. I have had him for about two years now and he is the absolute sweetest in the barn. He always tries 100% and gives me his all every time. We have formed a really special bond.”

Sophia Tabasso and Solitude. Photo by Winslow Photography.

At the conclusion of the first classic hunter round, Tabasso came back to try her hand at Barton’s handy phase. The duo entered as the final pair to contest for the win. With consistent second round scores in the high 80’s, Tabasso had her sights set on maintaining her leading position.

Sophia Tabasso and Solitude. Photo by Winslow Photography.

“I really wanted to make it handy but above everything else I wanted to make it as smooth as I could. I knew that I could do the turns, but I wanted to make it as smooth as possible so that everything looked out of rhythm,” Tabasso comments on her handy round.

The 11-year-old Warmblood gelding impressed the judges with his athleticism and natural rhythm. The stunning pair laid down a brilliant second round to score a 96 for an overall score of 187, ultimately besting the field by 9 total points.

Sophia Tabasso and Solitude. Photo by Winslow Photography.

$15,000 USHJA National Non-Pro 3’ Hunter Derby Results

1 Solitude, Sophia Tabasso, Sophia Tabasso | 91 | 96 | 187
2 Don Chacco, Bianca Salituri, Bianca Salituri | 86 | 90 | 176
3 On Point, Alisa C. Berry, Alisa C. Berry | 90.5 | 85 | 175.5
4 Red Roc, Kiera Philpot, Kiera Philpot | 90 | 85 | 175
5 Empyrean, Emma Paul, Melissa Hirt | 87 | 84 | 171
6 L’ascension W, Madeline Sadowtiz, Madeline Sadowitz | 74 | 81 | 155
7 Clayton 35, Sarah Steele, Sarah Steele | 75 | 76 | 151
8 Dillem, Olivia Roure-Singh, Olivia Roure-Singh | 79 | 64 | 143
9 Pluto LWF, Claire Taylor, Claire Taylor | 73 | 76 | 140
10 The Huntsman, Emma Paul, Fox Meadow Farm | 84 | 34 | 118

Make sure to visit the WEC Blog for full coverage on all feature classes! Results can be found at HorseShowing.com.

Photos courtesy of Winslow Photography.

Videos Available at ClipMyHorse.TV.

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