Sportsmanship Award

This Award is given to the individual who participates with integrity and respect for both the equine athlete and others across all endeavours. Nominees must demonstrate a history of sportsmanship by consistently respecting competitions, athletes, coaches and officials while giving back to the equestrian sport and the overall community.

Please submit a one page reference letter highlighting the individual and the reasons why you feel the candidate should receive the 2024 OHJA Sportsmanship Award. Keeping in mind the following criteria:

  • Respectful to all – including riders, coaches, horses, spectators, and organizers.
  • Encouraging others around them to do their personal best regardless of outcome
  • Putting equine athlete well-being first.
  • Displays appreciation for superior performance using self-control and reflects positively upon themselves and their peers.
  • Acting as a good role model by inspiring and engaging others around them.
  • Exemplifies qualities of fair play and good sportsmanship.
  • Demonstrates expertise, experience and leadership.
  • Commitment to the overall community and its programs within the equestrian industry.
  • Must be a current OHJA Member.


Applications are due by October 31 of the current year. Winner will be presented by December 31 of the current year.

R

Respect for competitions including riders, coaches, spectators, sponsors and stakeholders.

I

Integrity demonstrating as a whole, the ethics and values that promote confidence in equestrian sport, including fair and honest performances and outcomes across all endeavours.

D

Determination and self-awareness in order to set personal goals while advocating optimism.

E

Encourage others around them to do their personal best regardless of the outcome.