I could see upping age to 16 I guess.
I also think if CoP was juggled a bit it could help. In Novice and Juniors, even more limits on the number of triples performed, while keeping total number of jumping elements the same. That would force competitors to compete with doubles and concentrate on gaining positive GOE through correct execution. Also doubling the value of SS (maybe for all levels) of the PCS, that would reward strong basic technique.
At that age I was galloping horseback over 4' jumps and almost living at the barn. Wouldn't change it for anything. Kids learn a lot from sports, despite the inherent risks. I know I am enriched, despite a few broken bones along the way.
I also think if CoP was juggled a bit it could help. In Novice and Juniors, even more limits on the number of triples performed, while keeping total number of jumping elements the same. That would force competitors to compete with doubles and concentrate on gaining positive GOE through correct execution. Also doubling the value of SS (maybe for all levels) of the PCS, that would reward strong basic technique.
At that age I was galloping horseback over 4' jumps and almost living at the barn. Wouldn't change it for anything. Kids learn a lot from sports, despite the inherent risks. I know I am enriched, despite a few broken bones along the way.