Reading, Writing and Riding
Monday, April 06 2015
American Heritage Student Skylar Rogalny
By Katie Navarra
Sixteen-year-old Skylar Rogalny of Wellington, Florida, is living the life most young horse enthusiasts would be envious of. She attends school from 8:15 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. and then takes a bus … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Lois Stanfield Follows Her Own Path
Monday, March 30 2015
From the action in a polo match, to capturing the majesty of a horse to the touching and whimsical expression of a beloved family dog, Lois Stanfield creates award winning art — including her painting that graces the cover of … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Brittni Raflowitz Emerges as a Professional Rider
Tuesday, March 17 2015
By Dani Moritz-Long
Brittni Raflowitz was fortunate to grow up with America’s premier winter circuit practically in her backyard. Now 19 years old, Brittni is an accomplished professional who’s had the opportunity to learn from the best — including McLain … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
The Chosen One
Monday, March 09 2015
Kelly Conner — Rescuing Horses and Saving Lives
By Taylor Renner
Despite the abundance of diversity throughout the equestrian community, we all share a common bond — a passion for horses. No matter how we choose to express this passion … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Olivia Burns is Wellington’s Next Top Model
Friday, February 27 2015
By Dani Moritz-Long
A fashion-forward equestrian, 18-year-old Olivia Burns is turning heads in Wellington as Wellington’s Next Top Model.
The hunter/jumper rider based out of Wellington, Florida, has been riding since she was 6 years old and recently has come … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Pin Oak Charity Horse Show Brings Generations of Equestrians Together
Friday, February 20 2015
By Katie Navarra
The annual Pin Oak Charity Horse Show is a time-honored family tradition for the Hopson family of Houston, Texas. As a youth competitor, Courtney Hopson and her sisters never missed an opportunity to compete in the annual … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
Tireless Tony Coppola: The Voice of Polo and The Tackeria
Monday, February 02 2015
By Carrie Wirth
On any given Sunday during the season at International Polo Club Palm Beach, the recognizable, booming voice heard calling the game belongs to Tony Coppola. He’s been announcing the action on the Sunday field for countless years. … [Read more]
- Published in General, Sidelines Feature
Laura Graves & Verdades Dancing In Harmony
Monday, January 26 2015
By Lauren R. Giannini
When Laura Graves and Verdades exploded onto the international scene at the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Normandy, France, their “overnight” success captivated people around the world. For horse and rider to accomplish this … [Read more]
- Published in General, Sidelines Feature
A Fairytale Beginning: Imothep and Darragh Kenny Achieve International Success
Monday, January 19 2015
By Dani Moritz Long
He’s got power, speed and scope. And a little bit of attitude — which is clear to anyone who watches him artfully execute forward-leaping bucks through complicated show jumping courses.
But don’t let him fool you. … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature
A Photograph to Remember
Saturday, December 27 2014
From wedding photography to equine portraits to photographing the Sidelines’ Hot Horsemen, Barbara Bower creates memories to last a lifetime
By Dani Moritz-Long
With only one formal hand-colored photograph to remember her mother by, Barbara Bower yearns for … [Read more]
- Published in Sidelines Feature