US Equestrian sends our condolences to those who knew and loved Linda Andrisani, who passed away last week. Linda was a longtime horse show judge and a member of USEF’s Licensed Officials Committee.  

Linda started her hunter/jumper career as a child at a lesson barn in Maryland and later established Monkton Manor Farm in 1980 with Jack Stedding. The couple produced horses and riders for 25 years, including Sandy Ferrell, Jennifer Marshall, Streett Moore, Brooks Moore, and Lindsey Evans. 

“She taught me about things that went beyond just knowing how to ride,” said Moore, who rode with Andrisani and Stedding from ages 7 to 52. “Linda was always like a second mom to me. She’d look out for me and make sure I was doing a good job, but also if I was having a bad day, she’d reach out to me and make sure I was ok and say, ‘Son, don’t worry about it. It’ll be ok. There’s always tomorrow.’ 

“If you were Linda’s friend, you were a friend for life.” 

Linda transitioned to a four-decade career in judging, was a hunter/jumper official with Registered (“R”) licenses in Hunter, Hunter/Jumping Seat Equitation, and Hunter Breeding. Linda was known for her detail-oriented eye for horses and rules, fairness, and for mentoring young officials. 

“Linda was a dear friend to so many of us in the horse business,” said Bill Moroney, CEO of US Equestrian. “She exemplified integrity, determination, and commitment to her family, friends, horses, and equestrian sport.  Because of sticking to her standards, you always knew where you stood with Linda in the ring and outside the ring.  Linda was always willing to share her knowledge with others.  We will truly miss her.” 

Linda was a member of the Maryland Horse Show Association and Virginia Horse Show Association halls of fame. She was honored with the World Championship Hunter Rider Old Springhouse Perpetual Trophy in 2019 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the United States Hunter Jumper Association in 2023.