Modjeska Mavericks Rules and Policies

Riders are responsible for knowing and following these rules.

Download the current club rules and policies here. (Rev: 2026)

All Show entry forms including Modjeska Maverick's and City of Norco's MUST BE COMPLETELY filled out and signed by the participant or a parent or legal guardian for ALL minors participating in Maverick's events. There are no exceptions to this rule! A permission slip from a parent or guardian is not acceptable.

The following rules apply to ALL riders participating in a Modjeska Mavericks show and are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances and/or if so decided by the current Modjeska Mavericks Board.

Download the current club rules here.

MEMBERSHIP

  1. Both single and family memberships are offered. Current rates will be posted on the application.
  2. Points toward Mavericks year–end awards are only retroactive for TWOshows.
  3. Points toward Mavericks year–end awards may only accumulate within the current show season.
  4. Membership is valid for the current show season only (September thru June).

YEAR–END AWARDS

  1. In order to qualify for any year end awards a rider must:
    1. Be member in good standing and have no debt to the club.
    2. Ride all six (6) events in seven (7) full shows of our eleven (11) show season. Or the equivalent of 65% of the events offered in a season.
    3. Ride one (1) of the last three (3) shows of the season.
    4. Work one–half (½) of an event at each show for each mount entered in the show.
  2. Lead–liners may qualify for year end awards if they meet all the above criteria.

POINTS & PLACING

  1. Points for events will be awarded as follows:
    1. First place 7 points
    2. Second place 5 points
    3. Third place 4 point
    4. Fourth place 3 points
    5. Fifth place 2 points
    6. Any ”good” ride below fifth place will receive 1 point, regardless of time
  2. Daily High Point will be awarded at the beginning of the following show day.
  3. You may only receive a daily highpoint award in the division in which you ride on that day.
  4. A rider will be placed and receive points according to the time they ran for a given event.
  5. If a rider places in a higher division, they will receive the points according to their placing in the higher division.
  6. Riders will only accrue points in the bracket in which they have signed up for that day.
  7. No rider may place in a lower bracket than the one in which they are registered.
  8. Lead-liners do not place but will be awarded as follows:
    1. Complete 3 events and receive a ribbon.
    2. Complete 4 or more events and choose either a ribbon or trophy.
  9. The last show of the season will be a points only fundraiser show with no awards announced or distributed.

DIVISIONS

  1. The Mavericks follow speed division splits (AAA+, AAA, AA, A, FC). The Mavericks Board will decide each season as to any Youth and Adult division splits based on rider membership. The Modjeska Mavericks Board will make this decision within the first 3 shows of the season.
  2. Divisions may be combined for day awards at any show due to lack of riders.
  3. Riders with birthdays during the show season that will change their age division (from Youth to Adult) will be given the option at the first show to choose either Youth or Adult, BUT must remain in that division for the entire season.
  4. The AAA+ division will only be provided when a rider qualifies at a Modjeska Mavericks show as an AAA+ rider.

MOVE – UPS

  1. A rider will move up to a higher bracket in the following ways:
    1. After completing 4 rides in a higher bracket during one show day.
    2. Riding 3 events in a higher division in 3 consecutive shows will be given the option (to move up or remain in the current division). Anyone who moves up will not qualify for highpoint.
  2. Riders can move down in divisions during a season but will only be given “Ride Credits” for shows in which they have competed. NO POINTS WILL TRANSFER DOWN.
  3. Any rider who moves up in the last 3 shows of the season will ride and place in the new division but will still accrue points in their previous bracket for the duration of the season.
  4. Move ups will be done after the end of the show day. These results will be posted on the Mavericks web site (www.modjeskamavericks.org).
  5. When a rider is moved up a division they will be placed in accordance to the amount of points they have. A rider may not move up any higher than 1 point behind 2nd place, this may result in a loss of points.

HORSE SUBSTITUTIONS

Substitute Horse Rule

A rider may use a substitute horse to accrue Mavericks points if the following conditions are met:

  • A licensed veterinarian’s note is provided at the following show, stating that the rider’s regular horse is medically unable to compete; or
  • A video is provided; or
  • Two judges at the show sign off confirming that the regular horse is unable to compete.

If one of these requirements is not met, Mavericks points earned on the substitute horse will not transfer to the rider’s regular horse.

A horse’s pregnancy is not considered an excused medical condition under this rule.

All veterinarian’s notes are subject to verification.

Once a substitute horse has been approved, replacing that substitute horse requires a new veterinarian’s note and is subject to Board approval.

  1. A substitute horse must be entered in the same division as the original horse. Substitute horses are subject to move-up under the move-up guidelines. When the original horse returns it must now compete in the same division as the substitute horse.
  2. If a rider brings a different horse in the arena to compete on other than the horse that was entered in the show and does not notify the show secretary and fill out the appropriate paperwork, the rider will be disqualified from that day’s show and will lose all earned points for that show day.
  3. No horse shall be allowed to compete if they are showing to be unsound or lameness that would be considered inhumane or cruelty.
  4. Show management has the right to not allow a horse to compete if the horse is unruly and is a danger to other riders.

CLOTHING AND TACK

An approved safety helmet is required for all riders under the age of 18. The helmet must be correctly worn at all times while mounted on the show grounds.

  1. Long pants and Boots with a heel. No crop tops or spaghetti straps.
  2. TACK: A judge may prohibit the use of bits or equipment he or she may consider severe or unsafe.

    3. WORKING / VOLUNTEERING

    Volunteer & Worker Requirements

    1. Volunteer Organization: As a volunteer organization, all riders are required to do their part in assisting with the general operations of the show. Volunteer duties may include working the Booth, Gate, serving as an Announcer, Time Keeper, or assisting in the Arena. If you are unable to volunteer, you are responsible for finding a suitable replacement to work on your behalf.
    2. Children Under 11: All children under eleven (11) years of age must be accompanied and assisted by an adult while participating in show operations.
    3. Cell Phone Policy: Cell phones are not allowed in the Booth, at the Gate, or in the Arena while working.
    4. Worker Focus & Safety: All workers must remain focused on their assigned duties while working. This is essential for the safety of the workers, riders, and everyone participating in the show. No distractions, please.
    5. Adult Supervision in the Booth: There must be at least one (1) adult in the Booth at all times.
    6. Gate Age Requirement: The minimum age to work the Gate is twelve (12) years old.

    ***EXCEPTIONS TO ANY OF THE THESE RULES WILL ONLY BE GRANTED BY MODJESKA MAVERICKS BOARD APPROVAL***

    Please remember that everyone, including board members, are volunteers and donate their time on show days as well as personal time to ensure you have a fun, friendly, and fair show day!

    Download the current club rules here.