USEF SPORTSMAN CHARTER AWARD
AVA Nomination Form
(to be filled out and submitted by club coach)
- Deadline October 25th, 2007 (This nomination form and the candidate supplemental information form must be submitted by the deadline)
- One nomination per AVA recognized club.
- Candidate must not reach their 18th birthday until after December 31, 2007.
- Full Guidelines and Criteria are found on page 2.
THE SPORTSMAN'S CHARTER
That sport is something done for the fun of doing it and that it ceases
to be sport when it becomes a business only, something done for what
there is in it;
That amateurism is something of the heart and spirit - not a matter of
exact technical qualifications;
That good manners of sport are fundamentally important;
That the code must be strictly upheld;
That the whole structure of sport is not only preserved from the
absurdity of undue importance, but is justified by a kind of romance
which animates it, and by the positive virtues of courage, patience, good temper,
and unselfishness which are demanded by the code;
That the exploitation of sport for profit alone kills the spirit and retains
only the husk and semblance of the thing;
That the qualities of frankness, courage, and sincerity
which mark the good sportsman in private life
shall mark the discussions of his interests at a competition.
Coaches Name: ______Club Name: ______
Nominee’s Name: ______
Nominee’s AVA #______Nominee’s USEF #______
Coaches Statement (Please use this space to include your personal recommendation. Explain why this vaulter is your candidate for the USEF award program and how they exemplify the characteristics as defined in the Sportsman’s Charter. How have they contributed to the development of the sport of vaulting. If required additional pages may be attached):
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COACHES SIGNATURE DATE
GUIDELINES and CRITEREA:
The USEF Youth Sportsman's Charter Award is a program designed for junior members whoare current members of both the USEF and the AVA. This is only the second year of this program. This USEF program isdesigned to develop leaders in the equine industry from all breeds and disciplines. One National nominee will be named from every USEF affiliate. This program provides an opportunity for the USEF to give back to the outstanding youth members and recognize them for their achievements.
The AVA is looking for candidates from every region. We need each of you to nominate ONEAVA youth memberfrom your club. The Youth Sportsman's Charter Committee for the AVA willevaluate each nomination form. One candidate from each region will move forward to the final selection process. The AVA will nominate one National candidate to the USEF program. For more information on the USEF program go to:
To be considered for the award, the following USEF criteria must be met:
• Active membership in good standing with the USEF and the AVA
• At the time of application, the youth must be age 17 or under
(18th birthday should be after to December 31st, 2007)
• Demonstrate an ongoing commitment and dedication to the promotion of the horse
• Serve as a positive role model for peers
• Participate at any level of competition, including local, regional or national events
• Exhibit characteristics that exemplify positive sportsmanship principles as outlined in the
USEF Sportsman’s Charter
Nominees should also be able demonstrate how they have:
- shown leadership skills in the sport of vaulting
- Given back and contributed to the development of the sport of vaulting through their participation in demonstrations and other activities
Nominationformsshould be sent to:
Jan Weber, Chair at: or fax to 978-448-4196
USEF SPORTSMAN CHARTER AWARD
AVA Vaulter Candidate Form
Congratulations! You have been named by your coach to represent your club in the Youth Sportsman’s Charter Award program of the USEF. You must fill out this supplemental information form and submit by October 25th, 2007 to:
Jan Weber, Chair at: or fax to 978-448-4196
THE SPORTSMAN'S CHARTER
That sport is something done for the fun of doing it and that it ceases
to be sport when it becomes a business only, something done for what
there is in it;
That amateurism is something of the heart and spirit - not a matter of
exact technical qualifications;
That good manners of sport are fundamentally important;
That the code must be strictly upheld;
That the whole structure of sport is not only preserved from the
absurdity of undue importance, but is justified by a kind of romance
which animates it, and by the positive virtues of courage, patience, good temper,
and unselfishness which are demanded by the code;
That the exploitation of sport for profit alone kills the spirit and retains
only the husk and semblance of the thing;
That the qualities of frankness, courage, and sincerity
which mark the good sportsman in private life
shall mark the discussions of his interests at a competition.
Coaches Name: ______
Coaches Signature: ______Club Name: ______
Your Name: ______DOB:______
AVA NUMBER: ______USEF Member Number:______
This is your opportunity to provide any supplemental information that you can provide to support your coaches recommendation. In your essay please let the committee know why vaulting is important to you; What sportsmanship means to you; and what you have done to further develop the sport of vaulting in your community or the United states. List the achievements that you are most proud of.
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Vaulter Signature DATE
Information about his program:
The USEF Youth Sportsman's Charter Award is a program designed for junior members whoare current members of both the USEF and the AVA. This USEF program isdesigned to develop leaders in the equine industry from all breeds and disciplines. One National nominee will be named from every USEF affiliate. This program provides an opportunity for the USEF to give back to the outstanding youth members and recognize them for their achievements.
The AVA is looking for candidates from every region. We need each of you to nominate ONEAVA youth memberfrom your club. The Youth Sportsman's Charter Committee for the AVA willevaluate each nomination form. One candidate from each region will move forward to the final selection process. The AVA will nominate one National candidate to the USEF program. For more information on the USEF program go to:
To be considered for the award, the following USEF criteria must be met:
• Active membership in good standing with the USEF and the AVA
• At the time of application, the youth must be age 17 or under
(18th birthday should be after to December 31, 2007)
• Demonstrate an ongoing commitment and dedication to the promotion of the horse
• Serve as a positive role model for peers
• Participate at any level of competition, including local, regional or national events
• Exhibit characteristics that exemplify positive sportsmanship principles as outlined in the
USEF Sportsman’s Charter
Nominees should also be able demonstrate how they have:
- shown leadership skills in the sport of vaulting
- Given back and contributed to the development of the sport of vaulting through their participation in demonstrations and other activities