Coco Fath: A Busy Life With Horses
Monday, March 12 2018
By Lauren R. Giannini
Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek
At just 17, Coco Fath is fiercely competitive, loves the anticipation of going in the ring and doesn’t suffer from performance anxiety the way riders often do. “I’ve never been much … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Unbridled with Kim Tudor
Friday, March 09 2018
By Lisa Davis Engel
Kim Tudor is a fixture at the most well-known equestrian events in the country. A native North Vancouver, British Columbia Canadian, Kim moved first to Montreal in 1978 and then transferred with her then-employer, a disco-era … [Read more]
- Published in General
Show Jumper Brian Walker Answers Your Questions
Tuesday, March 06 2018
Brian Walker, a dual Canadian and American citizen, has trained, worked and ridden alongside the best in the world over the last 25 years. As a junior, Brian won the Maclay Medal Equitation Championship in 2001. Brian has made a … [Read more]
- Published in General
Julio Mendoza: Following His Dreams From Ecuador to the U.S. – Dedicated Dressage Rider Brought Home The Gold at the Bolivarian Games
Sunday, March 04 2018
By Dani Moritz-Long
“Believe in yourself and follow your dreams.” These are the simple but sage words of wisdom fourth-generation horseman Julio Mendoza’s grandfather left Julio with shortly before passing away.
“That’s something I’ve carried close to the heart,” Julio … [Read more]
- Published in General, Weekly Feature
Vet Talk with Dr. Richard Wheeler
Thursday, March 01 2018
Richard Wheeler, DVM, was born in the U.K. and graduated from the Royal Veterinary College, London, in 2002. Dr. Wheeler then completed a two-year internship at Greenwood, Ellis and Partners (now Newmarket Equine Hospital) in Newmarket. In 2005, he moved … [Read more]
- Published in General
Abigail Brayman: Hard Work Helps Dreams Come True
Wednesday, February 28 2018
By Julie Unger
Portraits by Kathy Russell Photography
Wishes do come true, yet often the hard work and dedication going on in the background goes unnoticed. But 18-year-old Abigail Brayman of Rhode Island was noticed. Her spark was seen as … [Read more]
- Published in General
Brian Feigus: Succeeding by Being Himself
Tuesday, February 27 2018
By Britney Grover
Portraits by Allen MacMillan
From his fun-loving side to his determination, Brian Feigus’ personality has set him up for success as a rider and trainer. His attention to detail has earned top awards in the hunter and … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Horses, Golf and Family Create a Hole-in-One for Erin Walker
Friday, February 23 2018
By Nicole Graf
Professional golfer Jimmy Walker may be well known in the golf world for his putts and long shots on the fairway, but Jimmy isn’t the only “ace” in the family. His wife, Erin, is a dynamo herself … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Dean Dignelli: Carrying On a Family Tradition of Excellence
Wednesday, February 21 2018
By Doris Degner-Foster
The Dignelli family name is well known in horse showing circles. Andre Dignelli is recognized in the equestrian world as a top trainer, especially in the equitation ring, while his brother Michael Dignelli runs their Heritage Farm … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Susan MacRae: Dedicated to Thoroughbreds
Monday, February 19 2018
By Lauren R. Giannini
Horses give us wings. In return, we take care of magnificent creatures that are prone to injury, illness and balky attitudes. The extreme ups and downs of partnership with horses demand bottomless reserves of optimism and … [Read more]
- Published in General