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"I Was Thrilled. Wizard Really Rose to the Occasion."

by Andrew Minnick | 8/25/2014 10:24:33 AM

Adrienne Lyle spoke with Ellie Kelly after her Grand Prix test at WEG. She talks about a good performance despite the weather, and her long partnership with Wizard.

Listen: Annie Peavy Reacts to Her WEG Debut

by Andrew Minnick | 8/25/2014 7:55:46 AM

Annie Peavy was the first U.S. Para-Equestrian to compete in Normandy. Rob Howell caught up with her after her test with Ozzy Cooper and got a reaction from the excited young athlete.

Stuart Black and Tre Du Kernat Nab the CCI* at Colorado Horse Park

by Phelps Media Group, Inc. International | 8/25/2014 5:46:22 AM

Parker, Colo. - The Colorado Horse Park CCI ** / CCI*, Training and Novice 3-Day, National Horse Trials and Area IX Championships came to a conclusion to day with show jumping in the derby field. Tiffany Cooke, Stuart Black, James Atkinson and Bonner Carpenter all had exceptionally smooth and clear rounds to win their divisions. CCI** With a horse named Patent Pending, it is only fitting that Cooke is a patent attorney and litigator. The talented pair made the CCI** look effortless in all three...

Griffith Scores in $50,000 Clear Channel Hunter Derby at the Hampton Classic

by Classic Communications | 8/24/2014 11:52:13 PM

Black Label, ridden by Patricia Griffith, won the $50,000 Clear Channel Hunter Derby, presented by Meadow View Farm, at the Hampton Classic (ESI Photography) Bridgehampton, N.Y. - Patricia Griffith, riding Black Label, won the $50,000 Clear Channel Hunter Derby, presented by Meadow View Farm, on The Atlantic Opening Day at the Hampton Classic. Black Label scored a total of 179 points over the two rounds to defeat Carrico (Callie Seaman, 171) and Pioneer (Victoria Colvin, 165). Some 30 horses...

Farrington Wins STX Horseboxes Grand Prix at Stephex Masters

by Stephex Masters | 8/24/2014 3:54:51 PM

After five days of top show jumping and impressive entertainment, the first ever edition of the Stephex Masters in Wolvertem came to an end. Ten thousands of spectators, riders, owners, sponsors and other partners left the showground with great memories. The top three of the STX Horseboxes Grand Prix afterwards expressed their appreciation of this new world class event near Brussels. Grand Prix winner and world number five Kent Farrington: ‘I don’t know what more you can ask from a...

Donatus, Emilion SA, Rosalut HF, and Checkmate Earn National Titles at the 2014 Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Dressage National Championships presented by HorseShow.com

by Eileen Schnettler | 8/24/2014 12:08:48 PM

Wayne, Ill. - The first three of five 2014 Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Dressage National Championships presented by HorseShow.com National Titles were awarded Saturday at the Lamplight Equestrian Center, in Developing Grand Prix Horse, Four- and Five-Year-Old, and Seat Medal Final 13 & Under divisions. All competitors rode in front of the experienced panel of Christel Carlson, Sandy Hotz, and Jane Weatherwax. In the Markel/USEF Developing Grand Prix Horse Dressage National...

Adequan U.S. Reining Squad Ready to Compete at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games

by Mark Coley | 8/24/2014 1:20:00 AM

Caen, France - With the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games underway, the world’s best reining combinations from 24 nations prepare to vie for top honors in Team and Individual Competition. Looking to defend their Team Gold and Individual Gold and Silver medal performances from the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games held in Lexington, Ky., the squad is filled with talented athletes ready to put in strong performances. Led by Chef d’Equipe Jeff Petska, U.S. combinations will...

Hemmingway and Sanceo are Unbeatable on Day Two of the 2014 Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Dressage National Championships presented by HorseShow.com

by Eileen Schnettler | 8/22/2014 9:26:57 PM

Wayne, Ill. - The 2014 Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Dressage National Championships presented by HorseShow.com continued on Friday with promising Six-Year-Olds and Developing Prix St. Georges Horses showcasing their talents in front of the judging panel of Hilda Gurney, Natalie Lamping, and Mike Osinski in Lamplight Equestrian Centers’ Championship Arena. In the Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Six-Year-Old National Championships presented by HorseShow.com, Hemmingway...

Rosalut NHF, Emilion SA, and Donatus Clutch Early Leads at 2014 Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Dressage National Championships presented by HorseShow.com

by Eileen Schnettler | 8/22/2014 1:33:51 PM

Wayne, Ill. - The 2014 Markel/USEF Young & Developing Horse Dressage National Championships presented by HorseShow.com kicked off Thursday at the Lamplight Equestrian Center under grey skies and on-and-off rain. The first three of six divisions completed tests in front of the judging panel comprised of Hilda Gurney, Natalie Lamping, and Mike Osinski. In the Markel/USEF Young Horse Dressage Four-Year-Old National Championships presented by HorseShow.com, Rosalut NHF holds the lead following...

Karl Cook and Farrari Race to the Win in the $25,000 Markel Insurance Grand Prix

by Blenheim Equisports | 8/22/2014 9:13:55 AM

Karl Cook and Farrari Del, Mar, Calif. - Kicking off the spotlight classes at Showpark Summer Festival, the $25,000 Markel Insurance Grand Prix welcomed an impressive 51 entries to compete for the top prize. With both green and seasoned horses in the class, course designer Linda Allen built a technical track that asked many questions at the 1.40m height. Featuring 17 efforts in a time allowed of 90 seconds, the intricate track required both speed and endurance from competitors to jump clean...