The Kelpies: Andy Scott’s Breathtaking Labor of Love
Wednesday, October 18 2017
By Lauren R. Giannini
Magnificent! That’s one good word to describe the Kelpies, two horse heads rising 30 meters (98.42 feet) into the sky in central Scotland. Native-born sculptor, Andy Scott set off on a wild ride in 2006 to … [Read more]
- Published in General, Sidelines Feature
Shannon Dueck: Beating Cancer Without Missing a Beat
Tuesday, October 10 2017
By Lauren R. Giannini
When it comes to dressage, international Grand Prix rider and trainer Shannon Lee Dueck is a late bloomer. She grew up with it, but her passion for classical training didn’t manifest until well into her 30s. … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Oliver Kennedy: The Right Place at the Right Time – The Voice Behind American Horse Shows Takes over Capital Challenge
Thursday, September 28 2017
By Emily Riden
In 2016, Oliver Kennedy judged, managed or announced 41 horse shows. This year, Oliver ‘cut back,’ scaling his schedule down — to 40 horse shows.
Since announcing his first horse show in 1984, the announcer, FEI Level … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Horses and Homes: The Perfect Career Combination – Real Estate Agent Matt Johnson Shares the Story of His Career Journey
Wednesday, September 20 2017
By Dani Moritz-Long
Matt Johnson’s career path wasn’t exactly something he predicted. While he was horse obsessed from a young age and did spend more time in study hall drafting floor plans than studying mathematics, it wasn’t until much later … [Read more]
- Published in General, Sidelines Feature
Rebekah Pizana: From Food and Fashion to a Polo Passion
Tuesday, September 12 2017
By Britney Grover
When she was 5 years old, Rebekah Pizana wanted to be an astronaut. She was a whiz at math and science, and needed a creative outlet — but that wasn’t what deterred her from pursuing a career … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Jill Treece: From a Stable of Stuffed Animals to Life as An Eventer
Tuesday, August 29 2017
By Dani Moritz-Long
High school dances. Friday night football. No thanks.
Eighteen-year-old eventer and US Equestrian Ambassador Jill Treece would rather be riding — which is why, instead of duck-face selfies at popular high school hangouts, Jill’s Instagram account is … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Michael Dowling and Tucker Ericson: Enterprising Cousins Connected by Life With Horses
Tuesday, August 15 2017
By Carrie Wirth
Growing up, Michael Dowling longed to be at his cousin’s farm. Tucker Ericson, his cousin, introduced him to a whole new world – the horse world. Like Tucker, Michael became obsessed with the equestrian life. Years … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Carlitos Gracida Takes the Gracida Legacy into the Future of Polo
Friday, July 28 2017
By GT Courbette
Carlitos Gracida has taken on the expectations of his family’s name, stepping forward into the future of polo and life. His friends call him Carlitos, the eldest son of the late Carlos Gracida and mother Carmen. He … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Jane Gaston: Art, Horses and Never Giving Up
Sunday, July 16 2017
By Dani Moritz-Long
Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek
A solid black stallion with an indomitable spirit. A Chincoteague pony born to wild horses. For many of us, these characters defined our childhood. For equestrian artist Jane Gaston, they defined her … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Vicki Lowell: From Horse Crazy Kid to Marketing Genius
Saturday, July 08 2017
By Lauren R. Giannini
Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek
Vicki Lowell began preparing for her new role as US Equestrian’s chief marketing and content officer as a kid when she was bitten by the horse bug. Her destiny was greatly … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature