Federico Sztyrle and Chicago 88 Win $25,000 CVPHA Grand Prix
Wednesday, July 24 2013
Local Equestrians Shine During Final Week of Competition MORELAND HILLS, Ohio – July 23, 2013 - Federico Sztyrle won the $25,000 CVPHA Grand Prix for the second year in a row on the final day of the Chagrin Valley Hunter Jumper Classic. The Classic, which was the location of the very first show jumping Grand Prix in North America in 1965, ran from Friday, July 5 through Saturday, July 20. Sztyrle leads the field Federico Sztyrle and Chicago 88 won the $25,000 CVPHA Grand Prix on the final day of the Chagrin Valley Hunter Jumper Classic.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
New Vocations Charity Horse Show Draws Over 1100 Entries
Monday, July 22 2013
The 10th annual New Vocations Charity Horse Show was a huge success with over 1100 entries and raising $50,000 to support racehorse aftercare. The Indiana HBPA was the title sponsor of the event which drew a record attendance. Many of the exhibitors came simply to show off their former racehorses in both the Thoroughbred specialty classes as well as open classes
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Keenan and Garza Perez Win Jumping, Steed and Phillips Lead Reining Medals at 2013 Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships…
Monday, July 22 2013
Jennifer Wood and Brad Ettleman for USEF Lexington, KY – Saturday’s morning competition at the 2013 Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) featured exciting sport and medal presentations for two disciplines. Individual medals were given in jumping and reining
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A Reminder To Us All
Saturday, July 20 2013
My best friend, Seppy, and I. By Dani Moritz After many conversations with many different people about hot button issues such as slaughter, cloning, drugs and the like, I’ve come to this conclusion – some people have forgotten why they started riding in the first place.
- Published in Pony Tales, Z-Blogs
Martien van der Hoeven and Zeldenrust Z Take Charge at Horse Shows by the Bay
Friday, July 19 2013
The Texas-based professional gallops to a convincing victory in the $2,500 CMJ Sporthorse 1.40m Speed Stake at Flintflields Horse Park.
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Flexion Tests
Wednesday, July 17 2013
If you’ve ever had a lameness exam performed on your horse, or if you’ve had a possible purchase horse evaluated with a pre-purchase exam, then chances are you’ve seen your vet perform a flexion test. Do you know just how flexion tests work, and why they’re used? So What Is a Flexion Test?
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
2013 Ox Ridge Charity Horse Show a Smashing Success, Remains Fairfield County’s Premier Equestrian Exhibition
Wednesday, July 17 2013
Preparations Already Underway for 2014 Show and 100-Year Club Anniversary Darien, CT—July 16, 2013— The Ox Ridge Hunt Club (ORHC) is happy to announce the completion of the 83rd annual Charity Horse Show, which attracted over 5,000 riders, trainers, spectators and sponsors from across the region. Special thanks is owed to this year’s premier sponsor, Callari Auto Group BMW, MINI, VOLVO (Westport) and FIAT (Stamford), as well as the charitable recipient, Pegasus Therapeutic Riding. In addition to Carrington Charitable Foundation, Corporate Sponsors: Moffly Media Publications, Whole Foods, Double Tree Hotel and the generosity of the Ox Ridge Members and friends for the success of the Show.
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Optimum by Biostar EQ, The Only Organic and GMO-Free Vitamin and Mineral Supplement is Now Available in a Powder
Monday, July 15 2013
(July 15, 2013) Gordonsville, VA – When you’re looking for a whole food sourced mineral and vitamin supplement, then look no further than Biostar’s Optimum EQ. Using gentle dehydration techniques and the freshest most nutrient rich foods, there is little than can compete with Biostar EQ’s products. Their ever popular Optimum EQ has been available up till now only in small bars for convenience feeding.
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Classical Dressage
Monday, July 15 2013
In modern-day dressage, much of the training emphasis is put on preparing for tests and dressage shows. A horse’s success in the show ring is thought to represent his success as a dressage mount
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
U.S. Polo Team will Clash with England on Foreign Soil
Friday, July 12 2013
Historic Westchester Cup to Air on NBC Sports Network July 11, 2013 (Wellington, Fla.) – The U.S. will vie against England for the oldest and most prestigious trophy in international polo competition during the Westchester Cup on Sunday, July 28, at Guards Polo Club in England. Fans will get an up-close look at American polo played amidst the storied competition when NBC Sports Network broadcasts the championship on Sunday, Aug
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