Maryland Steeplechasing

Maryland Governor's Cup 2006 Awards

The Maryland Governor's Cup Series Awards are presented by MidAtlantic Farm Credit to recognize and honor the top horses, trainers and riders who participate throughout the season.

Maryland Governor’s Cup Steeplechase Horse of the Year
Java to Go , owned by Leslie McNemar, trained by Joseph C. Walsh

Maryland Novice Timber Horse of the Year
Fappa Fire, owned by Pack Up Stable, and trained by Alicia Murphy.

Leading Trainer Award
Sanna Hendriks

Overall Leading Rider
Paddy Young

Leading Timber Rider
Blake Curry

Leading Amateur Rider
Blake Curry

The Betsy Firey Memorial Trophy for the Leading Female Jockey (tie)
Alexandra McKee
Ellen Horner

Hunter Chase Timber Champion (tie)
Surprise a Friend, owned by Hazel Annis.
Merlin, owned by Pleasant Prospect Farm

Small Pony Rider
Emma Warden

Medium Pony Rider
Ellen Halle

Large Pony Rider
Augie Morris

Overall Pony Rider of the Year
Emma Warden

Junior Rider of the Year
McLane Hendricks

Junior Foxchasing Scholarship Recipient

Jonathan Kiser Memorial Scholarship

Hunt Club Relay Race Challenge
Howard County-Iron Bridge Hounds

County Saddlery Foxchaser Award
John Warden and See Spot Run