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Diary of a Podium Hopeful: A Champion Concept
Wednesday, September 18 2013
by Sophie St.Clair As a part of this blog series I wanted to share information about the United States Hunter Jumper Association’s Children’s and Adult Amateur Regional Jumper Championship. The USHJA views this program as an introduction to the team experience and an opportunity to identify and develop up and coming talent. What better way
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Grand Champions Polo Club 2013 Fall Season Countdown Begins
Friday, September 13 2013
WELLINGTON, FL-Sept. 13, 2013—The two-week countdown has begun for the fall polo season in Wellington. After a successful spring season, Grand Champions Polo Club will host what promises to be one of the most competitive fall seasons in club history. Nine tournaments are scheduled, including two 20-goal tournaments in November for the club’s
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Diary of a Podium Hopeful: The Trainer
Friday, September 13 2013
by Sophie St.Clair As I examine the last year of competition with Sjapoo and contemplate the experience I have in front of me it occurs to me that I am not alone in that process. Over the last year my trainer David Sterckx has been prepping in his own way. Originally from Brussels, Belgium David
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Diary of a Podium Hopeful: The Letter
Saturday, September 07 2013
by Sophie St.Clair In my run up to the USHJA Children’s & Adult Amateur Western Regional Jumper Championship I have been waiting for two things most expectantly. First, to officially be invited to compete from the USHJA and Zone 10 Jumper Committee. Second, to see what my ranking will be when my points are tabulated.
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Kitty Clay Teams Up with Sintessi to Benefit JustWorld International
Thursday, September 05 2013
Interiors shop and world-renowned jeweler host 2-day event in Southampton Village Southampton, NY – August 26, 2013 – Two designers from two different worlds recently teamed up to give back. Kitty Clay, owner of the new eponymous interiors boutique in Southampton welcomed jewelry designer Michel Piranesi of Sintessi on Thursday, August 22 and Friday, August 23 for two
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War Horse “Joey” Appears On PA National Horse Show Stage
Thursday, September 05 2013
Life Sized Puppet From Tony Awarding Winning Play Makes One-Night Appearance New Cumberland, PA –Meet Joey, star of the “landmark theater event” War Horse on Friday, Oct. 18th. Joey, the life-sized horse puppet who created a sensation on Broadway in War Horse, will make his first appearance in Central Pennsylvania at the 68th Annual Pennsylvania National Horse Show. Joey
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Good Food Hunting: Foodie Interview with Phyllis LeBlanc
Thursday, September 05 2013
By Kat Wojtylak Phyllis LeBlanc seems to have two separate lives. By the light of day she runs the helm of Harbor Sweets as CEO. By evenings and in what spare time she has, she’s a dressage rider and board member for the New England Dressage Association. It seems like most equestrians lead dual lives and
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Diary of a Podium Hopeful: Training to Stay Relaxed
Sunday, September 01 2013
by Sophie St.Clair My fingers are still crossed to hear about the invitation to the USHJA Children’s and Adult Amateur Western Regional Jumper Championship. Preparations this week included several calls and e-mails with USEF and USHJA to get the final points tabulation nailed down. Bless the people at USEF and USHJA for their patience and
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Diary of a Podium Hopeful: In the Beginning
Thursday, August 29 2013
by Sophie St.Clair With September around the corner I am reminded of two things a) the mounting pile of biology homework I am to complete and b) the approaching championship. I am still waiting for my official invitation letter from USHJA, but am hopeful that it should arrive soon. Here, typing this article in the
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Diary of a Podium Hopeful: Last Days of Qualification
Sunday, August 25 2013
by Sophie St.Clair The qualification period for the Children’s and Adult Amateur Western Regional Jumper Championships closes Monday, August 26, 2013. Points will continue to be tabulated to determine the top 12 riders and the makeup of teams. Alternate riders will also be determined once points have been calculated. Looking at the list of riders
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