Craig Martin: Always Looking for Challenges – From the Grand Prix Ring to Ironman Competitions, the New Zealand Entrepreneur Has the Drive To Succeed
Monday, April 23 2018
By Debbie Curtis
Portraits by Shawna Simmons
Craig Martin, a former grand prix rider who now competes in Ironman and ultra-marathon competitions can’t stand to be idle. It might have something do to with his genetic makeup.
“I’m from New … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Emma Sargent: From NYU To the Show Ring
Tuesday, April 17 2018
By Alannah Castro
Going from the urban jungle of New York City during the week to the balmy breezes of Wellington, Florida, on the weekend, show jumper Emma Sargent is making it all work with her signature laid-back attitude.… [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Alanna Flax-Clark: From Health Crisis To International Competition – Horses became the life-changer that liberated the rider from the confines of a wheelchair
Monday, April 02 2018
By Lauren R. Giannini
Portraits by Kristin Lee Photography
For Alanna Flax-Clark and her parents, it was their worst nightmare. After being totally healthy until she was 13, Alanna woke up one morning unable to move or walk on her … [Read more]
- Published in General, Weekly Feature
Rönner Design Blends Family, Color and Class into Equestrian Fashion
Tuesday, March 27 2018
By Lauren Mauldin
Three intelligent, creative women walk into a barn — it’s not the start of a joke, but instead the formation of a global fashion brand, Rönner Design. When driven women put their minds to something, nothing can … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Coco Fath: A Busy Life With Horses
Monday, March 12 2018
By Lauren R. Giannini
Portraits by Isabel J. Kurek
At just 17, Coco Fath is fiercely competitive, loves the anticipation of going in the ring and doesn’t suffer from performance anxiety the way riders often do. “I’ve never been much … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Julio Mendoza: Following His Dreams From Ecuador to the U.S. – Dedicated Dressage Rider Brought Home The Gold at the Bolivarian Games
Sunday, March 04 2018
By Dani Moritz-Long
“Believe in yourself and follow your dreams.” These are the simple but sage words of wisdom fourth-generation horseman Julio Mendoza’s grandfather left Julio with shortly before passing away.
“That’s something I’ve carried close to the heart,” Julio … [Read more]
- Published in General, Weekly Feature
Dean Dignelli: Carrying On a Family Tradition of Excellence
Wednesday, February 21 2018
By Doris Degner-Foster
The Dignelli family name is well known in horse showing circles. Andre Dignelli is recognized in the equestrian world as a top trainer, especially in the equitation ring, while his brother Michael Dignelli runs their Heritage Farm … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Paige Flanders Luplow: Horses & Polo in Houston
Friday, February 16 2018
By Katie Navarra
Paige Flanders Luplow, a Houston, Texas, based instructor, is preparing the next generation for the sport of polo. Although she didn’t play until she was a teenager, she learned from two of the sport’s most accomplished riders. … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Geoffrey Hesslink: Climbing the Equestrian Ranks – From Competitive Swimmer to Equestrian Star the Talented Rider Continues to Work Hard and Pursue His Passion
Thursday, January 18 2018
By Dani Moritz-Long
Portraits by Shelby Phillips
Sometimes something wonderful comes from something seemingly tragic. This, in fact, is exactly what happened to 22-year-old up-and-coming professional Geoffrey Hesslink when, as a 9-year-old boy, his competitive swimming career came to a … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature
Susie Humes: Preserving the Classics in a Modern World
Tuesday, January 02 2018
By Lauren Mauldin
Photos by Shelby Phillips
The world of horse showing moves constantly. With new trends, modern advances and division rules that seem to change with the seasons, it can be hard to see that some things are just … [Read more]
- Published in Weekly Feature