Shane and Kaley Pratt won the $15,000 Vermont Summer Celebration Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic, presented by Parlanti, at the Vermont Summer Festival (David Mullinix Photography). East Dorset, VT — Kaley Pratt of Gainesville, Florida, piloted Shane to victory in the $15,000 Vermont Summer Celebration Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic, Presented by Parlanti, on Sunday, August 14, at the Vermont Summer Festival in East Dorset, VT. Of the more than 70 that qualified, a total...

Lexington, KY - The Horse Radio Network (HRN) has announced today that, as part of its Affiliate Program, it will be broadcasting a monthly news segment from the United States Eventing Association (USEA) as part of its Eventing Radio Show. The new segment begins with Episode 154, which is posted on www.eventingradio.com and www.useventing.com . Glenn Hebert, HRN Executive Director said, "We are very pleased to welcome the U.S. Eventing Association as an HRN Affiliate to bring you their latest...

Madison Goetzmann and Denmark (Photo: Shawn McMillen). Lexington, KY - The last day of the 2011 United States Equestrian Federation Pony Finals National Championships began bright and early with exciting competition in the Covered Arena at the Kentucky Horse Park. The EquiSport Insurance/USEF Pony Medal Finals brought the 2011 Pony Finals to an end. Leading the class from beginning to end with a solid two rounds over fences was Madison Goetzmann and Denmark to garner the championship prize. The...

Darragh Kenny of Ireland and Obelix won the $50,000 Vermont Summer Celebration Grand Prix, Presented by Purina Feeds, on Sunday, August 14, to close out the six-week Vermont Summer Festival (David Mullinix Photography). East Dorset, VT — Darragh Kenny of Ireland won the $50,000 Vermont Summer Celebration Grand Prix, presented by Purina, on Sunday, August 14, to close out the 2011 Vermont Summer Festival. The six-week show jumping tournament took place from July 6 through August...

Lexington, KY - The St. Louis National Charity Horse Show will be held beginning Wednesday, September 28 through Saturday, October 1 at the National Equestrian Center, in Lake St. Louis, Missouri. The new Show Manager for 2011 will be Peter Fenton. Peter is introducing some changes to the show, while continuing to build upon the show’s longstanding tradition and prestige. The judging panel for this year includes Jim Lowry, Bill Waller, and Lisa Waller. The show is seeking recognition from...

Kaley Pratt rode Shane to victory in the $2,500 Marshall & Sterling Adult Jumper Classic on Saturday, August 13, at the Vermont Summer Festival (David Mullinix Photography). East Dorset, VT — Nina Montross of Bedford, NY, won the $1,500 Marshall & Sterling Children’s Jumper Classic held Saturday, August 13, at the Vermont Summer Festival in East Dorset, Vermont. Despite her young age, 12-year-old Montross is a seasoned competitor, garnering many awards in the pony...

Lexington, KY – The fifth day of the 2011 United States Equestrian Federation Pony Finals was warm and sunny as the Large Pony Hunter Over Fences kicked off the day in the Walnut Ring. For the third year in a row, For The Laughter claimed the Overall Large Pony Hunter Championship, this time with Meredith Darst in the irons. As the USEF National Hunter Pony Championships presented by Sallee Horse Vans came to a close, the Grand Hunter Pony Championship title was awarded to Darst and...

Darragh Kenny and Wannahave won the $10,000 Open Welcome Stake, Presented by Manchester Designer Outlets, on Friday, August 12, at the Vermont Summer Festival (David Mullinix Photography). East Dorset, VT — Ireland’s Darragh Kenny will be the best dressed man on the show circuit having claimed victory in the $10,000 Open Welcome Stake, Presented by Manchester Designer Outlets, on Friday, August 12, at the Vermont Summer Festival in East Dorset, Vermont. The win on...

Keri Kampsen and Two Goals Farm’s On Top won the $5,000 Hunter Derby on Thursday, August 11, at the Vermont Summer Festival (David Mullinix Photography). East Dorset, VT — Keri Kampsen riding Two Goals Farm’s On Top treated the crowd to a repeat performance as they took the top prize in the popular $5,000 Hunter Derby held Thursday, August 11, during the final week of the six-week Vermont Summer Festival in East Dorset, VT. Twenty horses hunted around the Derby course...

Daisy Farish and Ballou (Photo: Shawn McMillen). Lexington, KY – Another cool summer day greeted exhibitors for the 2011 United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Pony Finals at the beautiful Kentucky Horse Park. The Large Pony Hunters took center stage in the Walnut Ring this morning as they completed their Model and Under Saddle phases, where Meredith Darst and For the Laughter took home both blue ribbons. The Small Pony Hunter Over Fences were next, and at the end of the day Daisy...