Scarlett Gauthier: Achieving Unlikely Dreams

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Kristie Scholten

Scarlett Gauthier’s equestrian journey once seemed improbable. However, like Walt Disney famously said, “All your dreams can come true if you have the courage to pursue them.”

A horse lover as long as … [Read more]

Meet the Sidelines Hot Horsemen of 2022

Jack LaTorre 

Jack LaTorre may have gotten what some would consider a “late” start to his riding career, but now 21, Jack has a head start on life with his own business as well as wisdom and meaning far beyond … [Read more]

Elyse Hart: A Story of Sobriety, Grit & Gratitude 

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Lori Ovanessian

Elyse Hart’s life has been a rollercoaster for the entirety of her 33 years. Adoption, discovering the magic of horses, addiction, overdoses, multiple trips to rehab, finding love, open heart surgeries, becoming a … [Read more]

Alex Matz: Winning His Own Race

By Britney Grover

Portraits by Adrienne Morella

They say the most effective way to learn a language is by total immersion. That’s how Alex Matz has learned horses.

Horses are a heritage in the family of Alex’s mother, DD, whose … [Read more]

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Unbridled With Mary Knowlton

By Britney Grover

To say Mary Knowlton’s life has revolved around horses is an understatement. She’s worked her way through the horse industry, including over 40 years running her Knightsbridge Farm, earning her “R” hunter and equitation judge’s card and … [Read more]

Positive Stress-Busting Habits to Help Conquer Anxiety

By Margie Sugarman

I haven’t been to Indoors since I was a Junior. I worked hard this year, have the right horse and proper training, and qualified for two finals. My horse is amazing, and I know she will be … [Read more]

Rachel Lindsey: The Perfect Dog and Pony Show

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Kristie Scholten

Rachel Lindsey has always known her purpose on Earth involved working with horses. “I believe with all my heart that my passion for horses is God-given,” Rachel said. “I didn’t come from a … [Read more]

Renay Shaffer: Using Art for Good

By Shya Beth

Renay Shaffer’s sharpened skills and even sharper pencils delicately bring equine and animal forms to life, and she uses these works of art to help save the very same subjects she features in her work. Horrified and … [Read more]

Lauren Knopp: Hooked on Dressage 

By Cheyenne Lord

Portraits by Kristen Scott-Crocker

Even before Lauren Knopp started riding, it was clear she had inherited her mom’s horse-craziness. During her early childhood, she briefly tried gymnastics and was an ice skater for three years, collecting Breyer … [Read more]

Kobi and Lielle Rhodes: Father & Daughter Bond Over Horses 

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Melissa Fuller

With a passion for horses that started in his homeland of Israel, Kobi Rhodes has always known horses would be his life’s work. “From the time I was a young kid, it’s always … [Read more]