Cosby Green: Talking About Horses

 

By Jan Westmark Bauer
Portraits by Alex Banks

Cosby is a student at the University of Kentucky and was the Advanced Intercollegiate Champion in 2021.

 

Eventer Cosby Green’s propensity for talking about horses developed in early childhood. Although … [Read more]

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Doug and Jess Payne: From the Olympics to Family, Finding the Perfect Balance

By Kimberly Gatto

Portraits by Pam Jensen

Payne Equestrian proudly displays the American flag in their barn, while Doug Payne, left, groom Courtney Carson, middle, and Jess Payne sport their USA wear. Doug was a member of the 2021 Tokyo … [Read more]

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Haylie Kerstetter: Riding and Networking at Centenary University

Haylie and Houdini, a horse from Centenary University. Photo by Kylie Dailey

 

Haylie Kerstetter has always known that horses would be a part of her life, but wasn’t sure exactly how they would fit in. Now a senior at … [Read more]

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Unbridled With David O’Connor

By Britney Grover

 

David O’Connor says he’s inspired by athletes from any sport who work to become true masters of their craft, but many would say that’s exactly what he did in eventing. By the time he retired from … [Read more]

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Unbridled With Danny Robertshaw

By Britney Grover

It’s impossible to tell whether Danny Robertshaw is more acclaimed for his career in the saddle, which earned him a place in the Show Hunter Hall of Fame and still influences top riders today, or as the … [Read more]

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Hallie Rush: Stepping Up With Auburn Equestrian

By Haylie Kerstetter

Horses have always been a major part of Hallie Rush’s life, so when she was looking for a college, she chose Auburn University for their top-class equestrian program. Currently in her freshman year, Hallie enjoys everything about … [Read more]

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Raising Hunters Right at Hickory Manor

Kimmy Risser

Paris, Kentucky

Horse farm owner and breeder

How long have you been part of the horse world?

I rode my first pony when I was 3 years old, received lessons on my 8th birthday and the rest is … [Read more]

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Bringing Bloodlines to North America at Rising Star Farm

Ronda Stavisky

Silver Creek, Georgia

Horse breeder

 

How long have you been part of the horse world? 

I began riding at the age of 5 and fell in love with horses. Since that time, I never looked back. Growing up … [Read more]

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On the Road With Blueberry Hill

Ardath “Ardie” Kingslee Hastey 

Georgeville, Quebec, and Ocala, Florida

Owner and Founder of Blueberry Hill

How long have you been part of the horse world? 

Since day one, I’ve always had a love for animals. When I was 3, my … [Read more]

The Ins and Outs of Indoors

By Chrissie Kear

I hear riders talk about “Indoors” all the time. Can you explain what it is and what shows are considered Indoors?

Indoors is essentially the Pennsylvania National Horse Show (PNHS) in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania; the Washington International Horse … [Read more]