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PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - December 2009
Schleese Saddlery Signs on to Sponsor USDF Programs

Lexington, KY (December 11, 2009) - The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) is pleased to announce that Schleese Saddlery Service Ltd. has signed an agreement to provide prizes and support for various USDF programs. Schleese has donated a saddle to benefit the USDF Youth Executive Board Silent Auction, and provided a tack award for selected nominees from the nine USDF regions that were considered for the USDF national nominee for the USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award sponsored by Breyer Animal Creations®. They will also work with the USDF to supply educational content on saddles and saddle fitting. The 2009 nominees for this award include: Jessica Kuc of Kinkletown, PA, for USDF Region 1; Rachel Fischer of Oshkosh, WI, for USDF Region 2; Jordon Schulz of Stuart, FL, for USDF Region 3, McKinley Harvey of Castle Rock, CO, for USDF Region 5; Paige Haas of Eagle, ID, for USDF Region 6; Marina Riker of Haiku, HI, for USDF Region 7; and Taylor Noonan of Portland, ME, for USDF Region 8.

“Because of Schleese Saddlery’s and USDF’s dedication to providing education, this partnership is a great match. In addition to providing product to support a number of programs, Schleese will also be with us to provide educational opportunities through podcasts, videos, and clinics related to saddle fit,” stated USDF, Director of Marketing, Linda Schultz.

"Schleese's’ commitment to educating riders and professionals on the importance of maintaining optimal saddle fit, not only protects horse and rider from long term damage, but positively effects improved comfort, performance and communication for horse and rider", states Graham Wood, V.P. Sales and Marketing. "We teach the Saddlefit 4 Life® philosophy to Bereiters and Reitlehrer at the German National Riding School in Warendorf, and are excited to bring these concepts to the U.S. through partnering with the USDF."

For more information about Schleese or USDF programs, visit their respective Web sites at www.schleese.com , www.usdf.org , or contact the USDF office at usdressage@usdf.org .

Founded in 1973, the United States Dressage Federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs, visit www.usdf.org , e-mail usdressage@usdf.org , or call (859) 971-2277.

Contact: Ross Creech (859) 971-7038