Taylor St. Jacques: Equitation Finals and Beyond
Wednesday, February 10 2021
By Laura Scaletti
Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek
Taylor St. Jacques was captivated by Animal Planet’s series “Horse Power: Road to the Maclay” in 2006. Like many aspiring equestrians, Taylor immediately set her sights on someday winning an equitation final. … [Read more]
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Jennifer Williams: Gratitude, Passion and Dreams on the Horizon
Wednesday, February 03 2021
By Ruby Tevis
Portraits by Melissa Fuller
For Jennifer Williams, it’s all about positive thinking. Instead of measuring her success by wins or losses, Jennifer focuses on one thing only — gratitude. The international dressage rider has earned championship titles, … [Read more]
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Rollingwoods Farm: Three Sisters, One Dream
Friday, January 29 2021
By Laura Scaletti
Portraits by Tracy Kujawa
The family that works together, grows together. For nearly 40 years, the Wilburn sisters have been producing top Welsh ponies at their Rollingwoods Farm in Olive Branch, Mississippi.
What started out as Dr. … [Read more]
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Ashlee Bond: Family, Faith and Changing Flags
Wednesday, January 27 2021
By Britney Grover
Portraits by Kristin Lee
Ashlee Bond is no stranger to success in the saddle. She started competing when she was 6 years old, had five national pony championships by 11 and was winning Grand Prix with national … [Read more]
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Liz Halliday-Sharp: Shifting Gears
Wednesday, January 20 2021
By Josh Walker
Portraits by Alex Banks
Liz Halliday-Sharp’s father, Don Halliday, used to read her a poem called “To Risk” by William Arthur Ward, and she’s carried its powerful message with her throughout her life. She’s not shy about … [Read more]
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Nick Alexander Phillips: Pony Fever to Boutique Breeder
Wednesday, January 13 2021
By Laura Scaletti
Portraits by Lori Ovanessian
From pony rides in the park to piaffing on Andalusians, Nick Alexander Phillips has spent his life loving all creatures great and small. Today, along with his partner, Brian, Nick lives his best … [Read more]
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Nick Haness: Creating His Own Paradise
Wednesday, January 06 2021
By Lyssette Williams
Portraits by Lori Ovanessian
Ever since he was a small child, Nick Haness dreamed of a life filled with animals. “I wanted every animal growing up,” Nick said. “We owned a few dogs — but having five … [Read more]
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No Limitations for #TripleAmputeeEventer Jessica Thoma
Wednesday, December 23 2020
By Britney Grover
Portraits by D. Harrison
For 28-year-old Jessica Thoma, pursuing her riding passion has always been about working hard to overcome limitations. When she first discovered jumping on YouTube, Jessica couldn’t afford tack or a trailer for lessons … [Read more]
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Meredith Houx Remiger: It Takes a Team
Wednesday, December 16 2020
By Laura Scaletti
Portraits by Kristie Nichols
Meredith Houx Remiger is proof teamwork makes the dream work. In a sport that’s often thought of as an individual pursuit, this New Mexico hunter-jumper professional has been fortunate to always have a … [Read more]
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Rob Jacobs: Called to Exactly the Right Place
Wednesday, December 09 2020
By Britney Grover
Portraits by Shawna Simmons
If his family financial circumstances had been different, Robert “Rob” Lawrence Jacobs might be jumping Grand Prix every weekend. Admittedly, there are some moments he wishes that would have happened. But when it … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature