Every call, every score, and every evaluation helps shape a sport built on skill, partnership, and integrity.
Upholding fairness, transparency, and true horsemanship
Officials and judges are the foundation of UDJC’s commitment to fair, transparent competition.
Our certified officials are trained to recognize and reward correct riding, thoughtful training, and real horsemanship across all disciplines.
Their work ensures that every rider and horse is evaluated fairly, consistently, and in line with the standards UDJC was founded to uphold.
We are redefining what success looks like — by focusing on partnership, progression, and passion at every level of the sport.
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Certified Officials Who Know Good Riding -
Committed to Rider Development
What Makes UDJC Judging Different
Focused on Skill,
Not Politics
UDJC judging is built around published criteria — not subjective trends or personal bias. Officials are selected for their knowledge of horsemanship, their commitment to fairness, and their ability to apply standards consistently.
Riders are evaluated on effectiveness, partnership, and correct basics, ensuring that every score reflects real progress, not personal favoritism.
Focused on Skill,
Not Politics
UDJC judging is built around published criteria — not subjective trends or personal bias. Officials are selected for their knowledge of horsemanship, their commitment to fairness, and their ability to apply standards consistently.
Riders are evaluated on effectiveness, partnership, and correct basics, ensuring that every score reflects real progress, not personal favoritism.
How Officials Are Certified
UDJC offers an official certification pathway for judges and technical delegates.
Prospective officials complete training that covers UDJC judging standards, style-focused evaluation, and rider development frameworks.
Ongoing education, review, and mentorship ensure that every official maintains the highest standards of fairness and expertise.
How Officials Are Certified
UDJC offers an official certification pathway for judges and technical delegates.
Prospective officials complete training that covers UDJC judging standards, style-focused evaluation, and rider development frameworks.
Ongoing education, review, and mentorship ensure that every official maintains the highest standards of fairness and expertise.
Feedback from the Judge
Real feedback, every time: In all judged UDJC classes — Dressage, Hunters, Style Jumping, and Young Horse — every rider receives live feedback from the judge over the microphone. You’ll hear what went well, what needs improvement, and get a few helpful tips for your next round. It’s all about learning, not guessing.
Feedback from the Judge
Real feedback, every time: In all judged UDJC classes — Dressage, Hunters, Style Jumping, and Young Horse — every rider receives live feedback from the judge over the microphone. You’ll hear what went well, what needs improvement, and get a few helpful tips for your next round. It’s all about learning, not guessing.
Judges
Course Designers
| Name | City, State | General Level | Level Dressage | Level Jumping |
| Jayne Lloyd | Pattison, TX | C | A | A |
| Christian Rogge | Cypress, TX | C | B | A |
| Mary Nuttall | Conroe, TX | C | B | B |
| Veronika Molcan | New York City, NY | C | B | |
| Kathy Koyn Davidson | Plano, TX | C | B | A |
| Michael Most | Kassel, Germany | C | A | |
| Valeska Krosigk | Houston, TX | C | B | B |
| Iris Sjitsma | Amsterdam, Netherlands | C | A | B |
| Renee Albrecq | Justin, TX | C | B | B |
| Sylwia Reshel | Pilot Point, TX | C | A | |
| David Reichert | Richmond, TX | C | A | A |
| Frank Moeller | Venice, Italy | C | A | A |
| Elise Vandover | Labadie, MO | C | A | B |
| Hailey Rogge | Cypress, TX | C | B | A |
| Hailey Rogge | Cypress, TX |
| Carlos Farje Tong | Fort Lupton, CO |
| Jan Schimsheimer | Munich, Germany |
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Interested in Becoming a UDJC Official?
Judges and technical delegates are at the heart of UDJC’s commitment to fairness, transparency, and rider development. If you’re passionate about recognizing correct riding, supporting positive growth in the sport, and upholding true horsemanship standards, we invite you to explore becoming a certified UDJC official.