Monday News and Notes from Fleeceworks

Tamie Smith and Fleeceworks Royal. Photo by Libby Law Photography.

Affectionately known as “Rory,” Fleeceworks Royal, owned by Judith McSwain, earned a top ten finish at the Boekelo CCIO3* this weekend with Tamie Smith in the irons. They were absolutely brilliant start to finish. It’s been a pleasure following this talented mare’s journey in eventing! #girlpower

National Holiday: National Cheese Curd Day

Major Events This Weekend:

Boekelo CCIO3*: WebsiteFinal ScoresLive StreamEN’s Coverage

U.S. Weekend Action:

Hitching Post Farm H.T. [Website] [Results]

Maryland at Loch Moy H.T. [Website] [Results]

Radnor Hunt H.T. [Website] [Results]

Majestic Oaks H.T. [Website] [Results]

Paradise Farm H.T. [Website] [Results]

Fleur de Leap H.T. [Website] [Results]

Las Cruces H.T. [Website] [Results]

Monday News and Notes:

Belgian rider Julia Schmitz fell from her horse Lady Like on cross country at Boekelo this weekend. The horse was uninjured, but Julia was transported to the hospital for further evaluation. We are pleased to hear that Julia was released from the hospital Saturday night without injury.

Massachusetts eventer Jessica Halliday was recently diagnosed with Stage 4 colon cancer. Throughout aggressive treatment she has continued teaching and running her business JH Eventing to the best of her ability. To help, her friends have organized a fundraiser where products may be purchased sporting the slogan ‘Buck Off Cancer’. [Click here to help Team Jess]

The Professional Horseman’s Council is composed of active USEA members who are also eventing professionals. The council’s purpose is to facilitate communications between the professionals and the eventing community and to assist in the further development, growth and safety of our sport. This year they have taken action on topics such as blood rules, footing and warm up areas. [PHC Puts the Horse First]

Think you’ve got a great leg position? Think again. The juniors competing in the Dover Saddlery/US Hunter Seat Medal Final seem to have super glue on the insides of their boots. 17-year-old Brian Moggre was crowned this year’s winner after his flowing, effortless rounds aboard Efendi. Jealous of his equitation? No Stirrup November is right around the corner. [Moggre Makes His Own Dreams Come True]

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