Fashion Designer Mark Badgley: From the Red Carpet to the Riding Ring
Monday, August 22 2016
By Doris Degner-Foster
It was a seemingly innocuous day at a horse show during some rare time away from the office about 20 years ago that changed fashion designer Mark Badgley’s life. “I was really stressed from work — … [Read more]
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One in a Million: Show Jumper Rich Fellers Shares His London Experience and Dishes on Flexible’s Staying Power
Friday, August 12 2016
By Lauren R. Giannini
When asked what advice he gives to young riders gung-ho to pursue equestrian glory, Olympic show jumper Rich Fellers said, “I focus on horsemanship and horse care. My biggest thing is kind of simple, but … [Read more]
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Equestrian Destination: Atherton, California
Tuesday, August 02 2016
By Britney Anderson
Prestigious enough to be known simply as “Menlo” in the horse world, the Menlo Charity Horse Show is not only one of the select USEF Heritage Competitions but one that continues to raise considerable funds for deserving … [Read more]
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Henrietta Hall’s Passion for Horses – It’s Never Too Late To Follow Your Dreams
Monday, July 25 2016
by Kate Kendall
Henrietta Hall jumped her first horse at 60 years old. Like everything she puts her mind to, she brings remarkable style, grace and determination to show jumping. After a lifetime of loving horses, Henrietta is perfectly … [Read more]
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Always an Olympian – Kim Severson Shares Her Olympic Story
Monday, July 18 2016
By Lauren R. Giannini
The Olympic sport of eventing — consisting of dressage, cross-country and show jumping — has evolved since its debut for cavalry officers and their chargers at the 1912 Stockholm Olympics. What hasn’t changed is the … [Read more]
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The Gochman Family: Riding Together Through Life Lessons & Pony Finals
Monday, July 11 2016
By: Christine Rhodes
Lessons learned in the show ring are often lessons that stay with a rider for life. These lessons can also make us wise beyond our years. Sisters Sophie and Mimi Gochman are perfect examples, as their … [Read more]
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Andre Dignelli’s Life Goes Full Circle: From Humble Beginnings to Helping His Students Win, the Top Trainer Continues To Pay It Forward
Tuesday, July 05 2016
By Lauren R. Giannini
People go to Andre Dignelli because they want to win or they want their children to win. He’s a bit of a wizard in the Big Eq world. He’s also calm, cool and conservative … [Read more]
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Laura Wasserman: From Hollywood to High Point Leaving a Los Angeles Legacy
Monday, June 20 2016
By Britney Anderson
You can’t search for just any rider on IMDb – or at least if you do, you’re unlikely to pull up such a solid filmography as that of Laura Ziffren Wasserman. Having worked in the film … [Read more]
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Equestrian Destination: Charleston, South Carolina
Tuesday, June 07 2016
By Britney Anderson
For Southern charm and history, Charleston is not to be missed. Charleston lies along South Carolina’s Atlantic coastline and is the state’s oldest city, offering a glimpse into old Southern life as well as plenty of modern … [Read more]
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Molly Ashe Cawley — Life, Love, Family & Horses
Thursday, June 02 2016
By Lauren R. Giannini
Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek
Jumper riders are “in it to win it” with a perfect score of zero, leaving the big fences up in an exciting race against the clock. Grand Prix is the ultimate … [Read more]
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