Captain Canada Journeys On
Sunday, April 13 2014
Canadian Grand Prix rider Ian Millar says, “I’m a very goal and destination focused person, but I’m also very attentive to the journey.”
By Doris Degner-Foster
Ian Millar’s journey is a long one. He became a member of Canada’s … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Sunny Hale and Dale Smicklas at the WCT on SidelinesTV
Sunday, April 13 2014
At the Women's Championship Tournament at Grand Champions Polo Club, Sunny and Dale discuss the WCT from its inception to the future.
- Published in Sidelines TV
Getting involved in Lexington’s equine community, even without a horse of my own
Sunday, April 13 2014
This weekend from the beach in Florida, I finally had a few moments to reflect on everything that’s taken place since our move back to Lexington. And I’ve realized that even without a horse of my own, I’ve had a lot of great opportunities to get involved in Lexington’s equine community. I would encourage other hopeful amateurs that may also happen to be horseless at the moment to find ways to get involved in their local equine community.
- Published in The Hopeful Amateur, Z-Blogs
Beezie Madden and Coral Reef Via Volo Capture First Victory for $200,000 American Invitational, Presented by G & C Farm, at Sun Life Stadium Miami
Saturday, April 12 2014
Miami, FL – April 5, 2014 – Tonight, history was made as the 42nd Gene Mische $200,000 American Invitational, presented by G&C Farm, found its new home at Sun Life Stadium in Miami, FL. The class has become a landmark of the showjumping world, and tonight was no exception as 29 horse and rider combinations gathered on the field to compete in a battle of the best. It was an electrifying night as spectators looked on to the stadium turf, but it was with swiftness and accuracy that Beezie Madden was able to emerge as the victor tonight.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Victoria Colvin and Don Juan Strike Gold in $25,000 Hollow Creek Farm Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Classic at American Invitational
Saturday, April 12 2014
Miami, FL – April 5, 2014 – A field of the nation’s top 20 riders gathered at Sun Life Stadium for the inaugural $25,000 Hollow Creek Farm Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper Classic-earmarking a page in history as they set the stage for the 42nd American Invitational, presented by G&C Farms. Victoria Colvin was the only rider to lay down a double-clear effort, taking home the victory with Don Juan. Nicole Bellissimo and VDL Dogan rode to the second place, while Venezuela’s Emanuel Andrade was awarded third place.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
2014 Summer in the Rockies Designated a World Champion Hunter Rider Event
Saturday, April 12 2014
Parker, CO – March 28, 2014 - Colorado Horse Park’s six-week premiere AA-rated Summer in the Rockies show circuit is the place to be for outstanding show jumping sport in the most picturesque of settings that offers something for everyone in the family. Plus, Colorado Horse Park has increased the Summer in the Rockies cash and prizes to over $1 million for 2014
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
COLLEGE PREPARATORY INVITATIONAL (CPI) MARKS FOURTH YEAR WITH TREMENDOUS SUCCESS AND HIGH MARKS AT THE JIM BRANDON EQUESTRIAN CENTER IN PALM BEACH,…
Saturday, April 12 2014
Over $7,000 in scholarships & awarded thanks to Charles Owen & Co., FootingFirst, LLC, and the CPI Junior Ambassadors – Scholarship Award Recipients with Olympian, Peter Wylde WELLINGTON, FL – March 31, 2014 – The nation’s premiere equestrian college recruiting event, the 2014 College Preparatory Invitational (CPI), concluded yesterday, Sunday, March 30, 2014, at the Jim Brandon Equestrian Center in Palm Beach, Florida. The 2014 College Preparatory Invitational (CPI) marked its fourth year with 150 student riders and nearly 30 participating colleges/universities from all over the nation. More than 30 states, including Hawaii, were represented by the diverse roster of participants who attended the three-day event designed to provide scholarships and educate student riders about the different formats of college equestrian competitions while providing riders with resources to help them create their own indiv idualized college equestrian experience. CPI High Point Equitation Champion & Scholarship Winner, Kristin Konopnicki with Roy Burek, Managing Director, Charles Owen At the conclusion of all competition and speaker presentations, the CPI recognized its top performing student riders in various categories and awarded 11 scholarships awards
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Horse Show To-Do Checklist
Friday, April 11 2014
Show season is upon us, and now is the time to prepare yourself and your horse. While you’re probably used to many aspects of show day preparation like cleaning tack and braiding, there are a few preparations that are less standard, but just as important. Check the Show Rulebook Before you start packing up to head off to the show, check the rulebook to make sure that you and your horse will be legal in the competition
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Ingate
Friday, April 11 2014
Congratulations to the happy couple! Tara de Nicolas married Bradley Duckworth on February 8th at the Inn at Willow Grove in Orange, Virginia. Bradley is the General Manager for DAMCO and is currently in the Executive MBA program at Georgetown … [Read more]
Off Centerline
Friday, April 11 2014
The Dressage Foundation is excited to announce the recipients of the Continuing Education for Dressage Instructors Grant; Jaki Hardy of California, Megan McIsaac of Wisconsin, Stacy Williams (pictured) of Utah and Zoe Krause of Michigan. The Dressage Foundation’s … [Read more]
- Published in 05-2014, Off Centerline