FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Linda Schultz 859-271-7882

Platinum Performance to Sponsor USDF Adult Clinic Series

Lexington, KY (January 8, 2009) – United States Dressage Federation (USDF) announced today that Platinum Performance, a leader in the development and distribution of animal and human nutraceuticals, signed on as the title sponsor for the USDF Adult Clinic series.

            Linda Schultz, Director of Marketing for USDF, commented, “Platinum is our corporate sponsor for Junior and Young Rider programs and we’ve worked great together, so it is super to have them step into the adult education side as well.”

“We are excited to support the USDF Adult Clinic series as it provides a unique opportunity for participants to learn about dressage from a renowned clinician.  At Platinum Performance we know that proper equine nutrition is an essential component of success in dressage competition, and is important for ensuring the health of the horse. We look forward to a successful partnership with the USDF on this unique program." adds President of Platinum Performance, Mark Herthel.

The USDF Adult Clinic series will be hosted in each of the nine regions over the next 24 months. The clinician will be announced in January of 2008 along with tentative locations and dates.

For more information about the clinics, visit the USDF Web site or contact the USDF office. Founded in 1973, the United States Dressage Federation is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to education, recognition of achievement, and promotion of dressage. For more information about USDF membership or programs, visit www.usdf.org, e-mail usdressage@..., or call 859-971-2277.

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