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Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Finishes Second in the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule

by USEF Communications Department | 5/13/2016 1:48:27 PM

La Baule, France - The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team took the Silver medal in the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule in France on Friday. Led by Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland, the team of Lucy Davis, Margie Engle, Lauren Hough, and Todd Minikus put in solid rounds to finish on four faults. This performance sets an excellent tone for the summer as the event served as the first of four observation events for members of the Short List for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team...

Devon Bridges and Amadeus Harmonize for the $25,000 Markel Insurance Grand Prix Win

by Blenheim EquiSports | 5/13/2016 11:27:40 AM

Devon Bridges and Amadeus (CapturedMomentPhotography.com) Del Mar, Calif. - After fifty entries galloped on course in the $25,000 Markel Insurance 1.40m Welcome Grand Prix, twenty negotiated the track without fault. Second to last to go in the jump-off, Devon Bridges and ACE Equestrian's Amadeus topped some of the nation's most talented and experienced riders for a sweet and emotional victory. FEI course designer Oscar Soberon (MEX) took on an interesting challenge in today's class,...

News Flash: Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Finishes Second at Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule

by USEF Communications Department | 5/13/2016 10:22:40 AM

La Baule, France – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team has taken the Silver medal at the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule. The team consists of Lucy Davis and Barron, Margie Engle and Royce, Lauren Hough and Ohlala, and Todd Minikus and Babalou 41. This event served as the first of four observation events as part of the selection process for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team. More news and photos to follow.

Ryan Wood Leads CCI*** Following Dressage at Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event

by Classic Communications | 5/13/2016 9:27:13 AM

Ryan Wood and Powell (Shannon Brinkman) Allentown, N.J. - Ryan Wood (AUS) has taken the lead in the CCI*** following dressage scoring 43.6 penalties with Powell in the Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event (JFI), presented by BW Furlong & Associates. Allison Springer (USA) is second with Cascani and is the leading US rider with a score of 44.3 penalties. Will Faudree (USA) and Pfun are third with 45.0 penalties. All three riders were pleased with their tests and are looking forward to...

Ann Misenheimer and Cornerstone Claim Grand Adult Amateur Hunter Championship at Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows

by Jump Media | 5/12/2016 10:07:56 PM

Ann Misenheimer and Cornerstone (The Book LLC) North Salem, N.Y. - Ann Misenheimer and her own Cornerstone were presented as Grand Adult Amateur Hunter Champions after topping the 50 and Over Division on Thursday at Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows, running May 10-15 and May 17-22 at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, NY. On the Grand Prix Field, Mattias Tromp of North Salem, NY, topped the $10,000 Open Jumper 1.45m aboard KM Whatever RV for owner Bayaert Farm, Inc. Misenheimer, who hails from...

Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Heads to CSIO5* La Baule

by USEF Communications Department | 5/12/2016 3:46:56 PM

La Baule, France – Members of the Short List for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team will compete this week in the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule in France. The competition is a designated observation event as part of the selection process for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team. Led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, the Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team will include Lucy Davis, Margie Engle, Lauren Hough, and Todd Minikus. The U.S. has drawn fifth in the...

Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Heads to CSIO5* La Baule

by USEF Communications Department | 5/12/2016 3:46:13 PM

La Baule, France – Members of the Short List for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team will compete this week in the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule in France. The competition is a designated observation event as part of the selection process for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team. Led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, the Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team will include Lucy Davis, Margie Engle, Lauren Hough, and Todd Minikus. The U.S. has drawn fifth in the...

Manuel Torres and Jason Berry Capture Wins at Lexington Spring Encore

by Phelps Media Group | 5/12/2016 12:39:09 PM

Manuel Torres and Christofolini H. (Teresa Ramsay Photography) Lexington, Va. - The Lexington Spring Encore at the Virginia Horse Center always draws the country's leading competitors for its premiere hunter/jumper event. This weekend, Colombia's Manuel Torres and Christofolini H took home the top spot in the $30,000 George L. Ohrstrom Grand Prix on Saturday besting a field of sixteen. The win came after a second place finish in the Open Jumper Welcome Stake held earlier in the week for...

Louise Serio and Rock Harbor Capture Grand Hunter Championship at Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows

by Lindsay Brock, Jump Media | 5/12/2016 10:14:55 AM

Louise Serio and Rock Harbor (The Book LLC) North Salem, N.Y. – Louise Serio and Rock Harbor were named Grand Hunter Champions after dominating the High Performance Working Hunter Division on Wednesday during the first week of the Old Salem Farm Spring Horse Shows, running May 10-15 and May 17-22 at Old Salem Farm in North Salem, NY. Highlighting jumper action on the Grand Prix Field, Mario Deslauriers of New York, NY, and Cherrypop claimed the $10,000 Open Jumper 1.40m. Serio and Rock...

Frankie Thieriot-Stutes Leads CCI** Following Dressage at Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event

by Classic Communications | 5/12/2016 9:35:22 AM

Frankie Thieriot-Stutes and Chatwin (Shannon Brinkman) Allentown, N.J. - Frankie Thieriot-Stutes of Occidental, Calif. leads the CCI** following dressage scoring 44.5 penalties on Chatwin in the Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event (JFI), presented by BW Furlong & Associates. Local rider Holly Payne Caravella and Bruisyard Hall are second with 46.3. Tied for third with 47.1 penalties are Mara DePuy (USA) riding Congo Brazzaville C and Tamra Smith (USA) on Lagos Star. A record number...