Rob Gray: Success Without the Saddle
Monday, July 26 2021
By Britney Grover
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
Rob Gray has been deeply entrenched in the equestrian world his entire life. He started attending horse shows soon after he was born, got his first pony at 4 and went to Wellington … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
The Hues of Horses
Saturday, July 24 2021
What does my horse “see” and why does he react to something one day and a few days later he has no reaction at all?
An owl can see a mouse moving more than 150 feet away. A dragonfly has … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Max and Tom Wachman: Irish Brothers From Famed Family
Monday, July 19 2021
By Louise Parkes
Portraits by Lorriane O’Sullivan
It’s no surprise that Irish teens Max and Tom Wachman are involved with horses. What is a surprise is their chosen discipline: Showing under their family’s Coolmore Showjumping banner, the brothers competed at … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Julie Lawther: Sharing the Love of Horses in Art
Saturday, July 17 2021
By Shya Beth
Using oils, acrylics and color pencils, Julie Lawther lends her one-of-a-kind style to each of her paintings. While pursuing a realistic approach to each subject, she demonstrates the uncanny ability to forge a connection with each viewer … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Reviving a Farm to a Sport Horse Haven
Friday, July 16 2021
Aleco Bravo-Greenberg
Rutledge Farm, Middleburg, Virginia
Businessman
How long have you been part of the horse world?
I’ve been involved with horses my entire life. I rode my first horse, a Shetland pony, at Pegasus/Meadowbrook in Washington, D.C. when I … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Rockin’ Mental Tools in Riding and Competition
Thursday, July 15 2021
By George Williams
“It’s all because your mama don’t dance and your daddy don’t rock and roll!” The Loggins & Messina lyric is definitely catchy. I’m not sure why it popped into my head when it did. However, … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Aubrey Torrez Believes in the Underdogs
Wednesday, July 14 2021
By Ruby Tevis
Portraits by Hannah Draughan
Aubrey Torrez seeks the silver linings in every situation. No matter the obstacle that lies ahead of her, Aubrey won’t give up on herself or her horses. Aubrey’s determination has led her to … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Ian Gaudio: Helping Others and Creating Community
Monday, July 12 2021
By Britney Grover
Ian Gaudio may only be 15 years old, but he has a strong sense of community that belies his youth. In junior high, Ian participated with Dylan’s Wings of Change as a Wingman to lend emotional and … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
The Risk and Duty of Designing Jumping Courses
Saturday, July 10 2021
By Armand Leone Jr.
When it comes to course designing in the jumper rings, safety of the horse and rider are the greatest concern. However, it’s also a course designer’s job to create a track that presents a level of … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Unbridled With Jessica Newman
Friday, July 09 2021
By Jan Westmark
As the founder of JustWorld International, Jessica Newman is changing the world. She started the non-profit in 2003, naming it JustWorld because her inspiration was to create a more just world. Since its inception, JustWorld has helped … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight