ISHSA Awards Program

ISHSA members are eligible to compete for year-end and annual awards. Points are awarded for performance, participation and achievement and accumulated through the year.

Year-end awards are offered for each ISHSA approved class that is offered under a minimum of 5 judges during the show year. ISHSA publishes an approved class list in the rule book, or you can view the on line Approved Class List.

Additional Year-end awards may also be sponsored by individuals and organizations on an annual basis. These award celebrate versatility, sportsmanship and over-all improvement during the show season.

ISHSA offers a variety of awards. The awards program is focused on encouraging our members, both beginner and veteran showman, as they strive to increase their skills and achieve their goals, both in and out of the show ring. The ISHSA Awards Program includes Beginner Awards for first and second year showman, Versatility Awards separated by breeds, the Year End Buckle Challenge with high point buckles and reserve jackets in 17 divisions, and the Team Competition . This is in addition to recognizing the top 6 qualifiers in every approved class on the ISHSA roster.

During the show season member organizations are encouraged to offer high point awards for individual shows or progressive high point awards for a show series. These awards will be listed on the show bill, and questions about these awards should be addressed to the sponsoring organization.

Please see the ISHSA rule book for details on qualifing for the ISHSA year-end awards program.

Point Standings Thoughout the season the point standing for the individual classes are calculated and published to keep members informed of their progress. These points are calculated using the point system approved by ISHSA and as published in the rule book. The view the most recent version of the point standing, please click here.

ISHSA Double Point Shows

Each show season is kicked and closed with an ISHSA Double Point Show. These double judged shows are traditionally the first weekend in April and the Last weekend in September. These are the only shows sponsored by ISHSA, and the funds generated go toward both the business side of the association and the many programs it provides, including scholarships, awards, and educational clinics and seminars.

Both members and non-members are welcome to participate. Sponsorships are welcomed and volunteers always needed. Please check the calendar for show dates and locations.

Becoming a Award Sponsor

ISHSA is extremely grateful to all the volunteers and sponsors who support the awards program. For information on becoming a sponsor, please click this link. We encourage all of our members to stop, smile and thank all the individuals and businesses who support ISHSA through their sponsorship.