Peter Wylde Jumping Clinic Benefiting Horses Healing Hearts Concludes With Rave Reviews
Friday, January 31 2014
Wellington, FL - January 29, 2014 - Riders and equestrian enthusiasts from all over South Florida gathered at Sunshine Meadows Equestrian Village this weekend to learn from one of the country’s greatest riders, while also supporting a worthwhile cause. Olympic Gold Medalist Peter Wylde generously donated his time in support of Horses Healing Hearts, offering a clinic for riders of varying levels on Sunday, January 26, 2014. Presenting Sponsor, Cavalor, hosted a luncheon with the Gold Medalist prior to the start of the clinic.
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Alexandra Crown and Chloe D. Reid Rewarded with SSG Gloves Bonus Money
Friday, January 31 2014
Wellington, Florida – Alexandra Crown and Chloe D. Reid were both rewarded for their loyalty to SSG Gloves with $1,000 bonuses in the SSG “Go Clean for the Green” incentive promotion at the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida. SSG Gloves is offering a total of $60,000 in bonus money over the 12-week circuit to reward riders for their loyalty to the SSG Gloves brand.
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The Right-Sized Barn
Tuesday, January 28 2014
A good design is one that uses materials wisely and space efficiently. If you’re building a barn , take a Goldilocks approach: it shouldn’t be too big or too small. But how do you know what is just right?
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Casablanca Defeats Las Monjitas In Grand Champions Limited Edition 12-Goal Series, Instant Replay Makes Debut
Friday, January 24 2014
Casablanca’s Miguel Astrada (3) chases down his younger brother Alejandro (Negro) Astrada (3) with the ball.
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Adrienne Sternlicht Awarded SSG Gloves Bonus
Friday, January 24 2014
Wellington, Florida – Adrienne Sternlicht of Greenwich, Connecticut, was the latest winner in the SSG Gloves “Go Clean for the Green” promotion following her victory in the $15,000 SJHOF High Amateur-Owner Classic held January 18 at the FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Florida. SSG Gloves is offering a total of $60,000 in bonus money over the 12-week circuit to reward riders for their loyalty to the SSG Gloves brand. Held Saturday morning in the International Arena, the $15,000 SJHOF High Amateur-Owner Classic saw 33 entries attempt the first round track set by Belgian course designer Luc Musette. Four riders accomplished the feat, and all four were wearing SSG ‘Digital’ style riding gloves to put themselves in contention for the $1,000 bonus. Adrienne Sternlicht, mounted on Oreade des Dames, is presented with a $1,000 bonus from SSG Gloves “Go Clean for the Green” promotion manager Jennifer Ward for wearing SSG ‘Digitals’ on her way to victory in the $15,000 High Amateur-Owner Classic held January 18 at the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, FL.
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Tips for the Sitting Trot
Friday, January 17 2014
The sitting trot is one of the most difficult gaits to master. If your horse has a big, bouncy stride, it can be even more challenging! Make it your goal to perfect the sitting trot this winter – here are some tips to get you started. Check Your Position Before you trot, check your position in the saddle
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Adrienne Sternlicht and Quidam MB Win First Class of the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival
Saturday, January 11 2014
Wellington, FL – January 8, 2014 – Equestrian Sport Productions hosted the first day of competition for the 2014 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (FTI WEF) on Wednesday with a full schedule of hunter, jumper and equitation competition at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, FL. The day kicked off with a win in the International Arena for 20-year-old Adrienne Sternlicht (USA) of Greenwich, CT, riding Quidam MB in the $8,000 G&C Farm 1.45m. Canadian Olympic Gold Medalist Eric Lamaze also got a win on the first day of competition in the $6,000 Spy Coast Farm 1.40m jump-off class with Zigali P S.
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The Importance of a Good Website for Your Barn
Friday, January 10 2014
It seems that the entire world is now connected to the internet, which means that your barn’s website is now more important than ever before. A website can be a powerful marketing tool for your barn, but only if it’s done well. Here are some tips to bring your website up to speed in today’s ever-connected world
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Citrus Series Horse Show Gets Underway Jumpers go Under the Lights at Jim Brandon
Tuesday, January 07 2014
Wellington, FL – January 3, 2014 -The inaugural Citrus Series Horse Show Wellington kicked off at Jim Brandon Equestrian Center on Friday night. Jumpers competed under the lights at the unique show series especially tailored for developing horses and riders. A group of spectators cheered on the riders in jumper classes ranging from .90m through 1.30m.
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2014 New Year Resolutions
Friday, December 27 2013
With the approach of the New Year, resolutions are on everyone’s mind. Have you already planned yours for this year?
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