Jennifer Alfano WINS The $20,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby

USPA NEWS - Miss Lucy and the talented champion Jennifer Alfano performance at the 52nd Chagrin Valley Hunter Jumper Classic was style, grace and athletic execution. Not only did Jennifer win on Miss Lucy but with confidence came away with second place on Jersey Boy. Chagrin Falls was an eleven dayss of various equestrian events. Over fifty riders and 650 horses made this a very successful for the nonprofit Chagrin Valley Professional Horsemen's Association. It benefitted 8 charities while also giving the local economy boost.

Being at the USHJA International Hunter Derby and watch these magnifcant horses preform was pure sweet motion at its best. I guess one good say, "athletic elegance of executed by both equestrian and horse".You can just see the intensity and concentration of two working in harmony and that confidence in the eyes of rider and horse. The highest level of talented professionals competing for that top spot. It was a beautiful site to watch. The wonderful MissLucy was ridden by Jennifer Alfano, owned by Sharon O'Neil, Susan Schoellkopf, Jersey Boy, SBS Farms, Susan Schoellkopf ; Third Place was TYBEE, rider , Emiy Williams. owners Helen Brown, Emily Williams. The total class consisted of 15 of the highest quality horses, riders, trainers and owners. Jennifer is a two time World Champion Hunter Rider Professional Champion and sits at the top of the list in life time earning. Jennifer became a USHJA Certified Trainer in 2010. She started her riding career at a very young age of three. From there it propelled forward and continues to bring her rewarding experiences in all aspects of her life.