Katrin Dagge: The Rewarding and Fun World of Dressage
Monday, January 23 2017
By Virginia Phelps Clemens
When she started out riding at age 6, Katrin Dagge could never have imagined that she’d win the 2014 USEF Young Adult Brentina Cup Dressage National Championship at age 22. Nor could she have dreamed she’d … [Read more]
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Equestrian Destination: The Palm Beaches and Wellington, Florida
Wednesday, January 11 2017
By Britney Grover
In the equestrian world, one place rises to the top of the list as the winter horse capital of the United States: Palm Beach, Florida, and the community of Wellington. When other parts of the country are … [Read more]
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Robin Rost Fairclough — A Career Built On A Solid Foundation
Tuesday, January 03 2017
By Lauren R. Giannini
Robin Rost Fairclough has made a name for herself in the horse world, especially when it comes to figuring out what equines and riders need in order to achieve success. Her clients, ages ranging from … [Read more]
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Cynthia Hampton: Getting Young Horses on Course
Thursday, December 15 2016
By Doris Degner-Foster
Cynthia Hampton is a very energetic person. She laughs when she remembers her childhood. “My mother used to say to me, ‘You have so much energy! Why don’t you just go outside, I can’t take it!’”
Cynthia … [Read more]
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Helping Hands for Happy Holidays — Wellington Equestrian Group’s Children’s Christmas Party
Friday, December 09 2016
BJ Meeks and Pablo Perez have been a constant on the horse show circuit for decades. Often seen sitting in their shop at BJ’s Hunt Room, chatting with fellow equestrians, they’re known for their kind hearts and exceptional taste … [Read more]
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Equestrian Destination: Venice, Florida
Monday, November 14 2016
By Britney Anderson
When you hear “Venice,” you probably think of ancient architecture, canals and perhaps delicious pasta. But Venice, Florida, named after its Italian cousin, has many attractions in its own right — particularly for the avid equestrian. … [Read more]
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Morningside: USEF Elite Training Center
Monday, November 14 2016
Story and photos by Lauren R. Giannini
Morningside Training Farm has established itself as one of the most consistent programs in the country, with top placings for professionals, adult amateurs, young riders and horses on the leaderboard. The farm, located … [Read more]
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Sasscer Hill — Racing Is In Her Genes Murder Mysteries Inspired by Life on the Racetrack
Monday, November 07 2016
By Katie Navarra
Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek
Nikki Latrelle’s life is so exciting she sounds like a character from the pages of a book. And that’s because she is a character — one that will keep you … [Read more]
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Dr. Liz Maloney: A Lifetime of Listening and Learning
Thursday, October 27 2016
By Candace FitzGerald
For as long as she can remember, Dr. Elizabeth ‘Liz’ Maloney was horse crazy.
Some of her earliest memories include spending the summers at her Uncle’s California-based Thoroughbred breeding farm, working alongside him and learning every aspect … [Read more]
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Lou Cirignano – Riding and Thriving Through Cancer
Wednesday, October 05 2016
Lourdes “Lou” Cirignano assumed she needed to wear a more supportive bra for horseback riding in 2013 when she developed a stubborn rash that wouldn’t go away on her left nipple. The spunky brunette from Lake Forest, … [Read more]
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