Reflections on Wellington
Tuesday, June 07 2022
By George Williams
As I write this, the semis filled with horses are pulling out of Wellington, signaling a sure sign that the season is ending. Although a bit of a blurred whirlwind, what a season it has … [Read more]
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Being an Empathic Professional to Equine Athletes
Monday, June 06 2022
By Rob Jacobs
Equestrian sport is unique in that the athletes are both the horse and the rider. Having an animal as an athletic partner adds challenges that may differ compared to other sports with only human partners. … [Read more]
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Entrepreneurship for a Bigger Goal: Kelly Artz & Entrigue Consulting
Wednesday, June 01 2022
By Britney Grover
While studying for her master’s degree at the prestigious film and TV graduate program at UCLA, Kelly Artz found herself burnt out and depressed. “I just had a day when I asked myself, ‘What do … [Read more]
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Unbridled With Vinnie Card
Wednesday, June 01 2022
By Britney Grover
For most horse lovers, the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, is a dream come true. Many remember the first time they heard the concept of the state-of-the-art equestrian center, with its beautiful hotel overlooking … [Read more]
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Tractor Supply Company presents 34th Annual Music Country Grand Prix
Tuesday, May 31 2022
All proceeds to benefit Saddle Up!
FRANKLIN, Tenn. (May 11, 2022) – The Music Country Grand Prix, a premier Olympic-style equestrian jumping competition benefiting Saddle Up!, is set to take place Saturday, June 4, at Brownland Farm in Franklin. The
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Adrienne Marciano & Ruespari: From the Equestrian World To Nordstrom
Tuesday, May 03 2022
By Britney Grover
Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek
At first glance, Adrienne Marciano appears to have simply fallen into entrepreneurial success. While competing in the High Amateur jumpers, Adrienne asked her aunt to sew her some elastic belts—everyone … [Read more]
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Anna Buffini’s Childhood Dreams Are Coming True
Sunday, March 27 2022
By Ruby Tevis
Anna Buffini with FRH Davinia La Douce in Wellington, Florida.
When Anna Buffini was 3 years old, she made it her dream to become an Olympian. It’s a big goal, but for Anna it was only … [Read more]
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Scarlett Charles Is All About Detail in Both Riding and Art
Sunday, March 27 2022
By Shya Beth
Scarlett Charles. Photo by whitecatphotography
From the fast-paced and vibrant arena of international show jumping to the quiet, peaceful but no less vibrant hues of her art studio, up-and-coming show jumper Scarlett Charles has the best … [Read more]
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Bella Watson: Dedicated to the Craft
Monday, March 21 2022
By Victoria Sheehan
Portraits by Evelyn Szczepanek
Hanging on Olympic dressage rider Lisa Wilcox’s wall is a prized possession. No, it’s not her 2004 bronze Olympic medal from Athens, or her silver medal from the FEI World Equestrian Games. It’s … [Read more]
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Chase Shipka: Learning to Love Dressage
Monday, March 21 2022
By Ruby Tevis
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
When Chase Shipka was a teen, she would’ve laughed if you told her she’d one day be living in Wellington, Florida, pursuing “just dressage.” Formerly a gung-ho eventer, Chase saw dressage as the … [Read more]
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