Silly Girlzz: Teens Making Bracelets for Equine Therapy
Monday, January 04 2021
By Britney Grover
Charlie Brandy and Maya Green became fast friends at the barn, bonding over what they have in common. Charlie is in eighth grade; Maya is in seventh. They’ve both been riding for four years. Most importantly, they’re … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Eventing With Boyd Martin
Saturday, January 02 2021
What are your New Year’s resolutions?
January 1 every year is an exciting day. It’s the beginning of lots of high hopes, goals and dreams. Usually, as a professional rider, you’ve got a stable full of fresh, sound horses that … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Happy New Year: Top 10 Stories from 2020
Friday, January 01 2021
Happy New Year!
While 2020 was certainly a wild ride, Sidelines was able to make the best of it thanks to you- our wonderful readers, followers, advertisers and feature equestrians.
Here is a recap of the Top 10 most read
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Lauren Hough: Strong Foundations Build Stronger Futures
Wednesday, December 30 2020
By Lyssette Williams
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
It’s hard not to be dazzled by the long list of accolades and international appearances that United States show jumping team rider Lauren Hough has managed to accomplish in her life so far. … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Mindy Colton: Sculpting a Passion for Horses
Monday, December 28 2020
By Shya Beth
Surrounded by horses all her life, sculptor Mindy Colton has followed her passion that has led her to explore the depths of the equestrian world. From showing in various disciplines to creating one-of-a-kind sculptures, Mindy’s love of … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Eventing with Boyd Martin
Saturday, December 26 2020
Given the ups and downs of 2020, how are you planning your 2021 competition season?
I’ve been lucky enough to be a professional event rider for the past 25 years of my life. At the beginning of each season, I … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight
Meet the 2020 Hot Horsemen
Friday, December 25 2020
Chris Joyce
Chris Joyce grew up waiting for the day he would turn 7 and be allowed to join his older sister riding with the New Canaan Mounted Troop, a non-profit horsemanship program in New Canaan, Connecticut. From 7 to … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
No Limitations for #TripleAmputeeEventer Jessica Thoma
Wednesday, December 23 2020
By Britney Grover
Portraits by D. Harrison
For 28-year-old Jessica Thoma, pursuing her riding passion has always been about working hard to overcome limitations. When she first discovered jumping on YouTube, Jessica couldn’t afford tack or a trailer for lessons … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Fun Boot Socks Keep Equestrian Feet Happy Thanks to Dreamers & Schemers
Monday, December 21 2020
Kristy Lake
Founder and CEO of Dreamers & Schemers and ManeJane
Victoria BC / La Quinta, California
How long have you been part of the horse world?
Since I was 13 and I am now 41. It hasn’t always been … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
A Traditionalist’s View on the FEI Helmet Rule
Saturday, December 19 2020
By George Williams
Rules in general tend to be boring, even to dressage people. However, they’re important because they affect how we play the game. Rules help to establish a level playing field, they help protect the safety of our … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Spotlight