2018 LIPHA Award Winners

Making a Difference in the Long Island Equestrian Community

The Virginia Rice Trophy

Presented to Ellen Gordon Smith for extraordinary, outstanding and unique achievements in equestrian sport.

The James J. Walsh Memorial Trophy

Presented to Jenna Butler Esposito, whose actions merit unique distinction by her accomplishments: further the goals of an equine organization, provide inspiration to those in the sport, is a creative force for change, helped the horses in the sport and benefited the equestrian sport.

Long Island Junior PHA
Appreciation Award

The Junior PHA unanimously chose Hank Codding in recognition of his constant support of our local horse community and his cheerful personality making any long show day better.