Sara Kozumplik Murphy: Sharp, Strong and Ready
By Lilly Steger
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
Sara Kozumplik Murphy has had her fair share of setbacks in the equestrian world. When she took a spill at the Millbrook Horse Trials in 2018, she broke her neck and her back … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Vasco Flores: Paving the Way for Himself and Others To Follow
By Laura Scaletti
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
Vasco Flores is living the American dream. Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Vasco has created his own path in the world of international show jumping through hard work, determination and perseverance.
Since … [Read more]
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Siblings Keri & Kris Kampsen: High Goals and Overcoming Injury as a Close Family
By Britney Grover
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
In talking to siblings Keri and Kris Kampsen, the word “lucky” comes up often. They both feel lucky that their parents, who introduced them to horses at a young age, always supported their … [Read more]
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Dr. Scott Swerdlin: A Vet with a Vision
By Lindsay Brock
Dr. Scott Swerdlin is living a dream he never knew he had. Today, he sits at the helm of Palm Beach Equine Clinic (PBEC), one of the world’s most renowned equine veterinary facilities, but Scott was once … [Read more]
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Christian Simonson: Riding High and Flying the Skies
By Ruby Tevis
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
When Christian Simonson puts his mind to something, he’s sure to achieve it. An exceptional student, avid mountain biker and young pilot, Christian succeeds in many areas, but his biggest passion is the … [Read more]
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Richie Moloney: The Quiet Man of Irish Show Jumping
By Louise Parkes
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
Richie Moloney doesn’t like to brag, but then you don’t need to sing your own praises when you’ve achieved success with the minimum amount of fuss. His natural talent has seen the 39-year-old … [Read more]
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Britaney Courtney: Chasing Dreams and Reaching Goals
By Britney Grover
Portraits by Shelby Phillips
Britaney Courtney believes in chasing dreams. For her, that means balancing life as an equestrian entrepreneur whose business has already expanded across three continents. It also means encouraging others to chase their own … [Read more]
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Steve Paulson: Adventures In Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Horses
By Laura Scaletti
Portraits by Lori Ovanessian
From the moment Steve Paulson sat in a saddle, he’s had a magical connection with horses and excelled at whatever equestrian discipline he pursued. Polo, reining, three-day eventing, liberty, dressage, Roman riding — … [Read more]
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Gleneayre Equestrian Program: A Continuous Circle of Improving Lives
By Britney Grover
A single interaction with a horse can change a life; being involved with horses can shape a life. That’s exactly why Ellen Healey founded the Gleneayre Equestrian Program.
“The idea started with children who had been exposed … [Read more]
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The Amayas: Forging a Family at Stonehenge Stables
By Emily Randolph
In 2006, Victor Amaya was at a European horse show, socializing with fellow riders, when he suddenly heard a familiar name coming from the big-screen TV nearby.
The TV was airing live coverage of the FEI World … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature