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Glossary continued from page 84 MEETING. A slate of races.
NATIONAL FENCE. This portable manmade fence got its name from the National Steeplechase Association, which developed the structure. Standing 52 inches high, it consists of a steel frame stuffed with plastic brush.
NATIONAL STEEPLECHASE ASSOCIATION. The official governing body for steeplechase competitions
in the United States, headquartered
in Fair Hill, Md.
NOVICE. A horse in the early stages
of its steeplechase career. Novice races give horses experience over obstacles before they compete with more seasoned jumpers.
POINT-TO-POINT: A race from one designated point to another, often organized by local groups as a fundraiser.
PURSE. Total money distributed in a race. The winner typically collects 60 percent, with smaller shares paid to the owners of horses who finished from second to fifth place. Trainers and jockeys get a cut, too.
SILKS. The colorful patterned jacket and cap worn by riders, letting spectators know who owns the horse.
SLOPPY. Used to describe a course that’s wet on the top and firmer underneath.
STEEPLECHASE. A race for thoroughbred horses over jumps and other obstacles.
STEEPLECHASE HORSE. All steeplechasers are thoroughbreds and are almost always older than horses
on the flats. Most started in flat racing before being trained to jump. Because steeplechase races are more than twice as long as flat races, stamina is essential. Because they can’t be retired to stud, many geldings go on to have successful steeplechase careers after flat racing.
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