Eventers, they’re just like us: epic multi-taskers (or something), as exemplified by Will Coleman this week, caught by the Upperville Colt & Horse Show team in Virginia helping out with some housekeeping. The REAL question, however, is how much vacuuming he does at home — any insight, Katie??
U.S. Weekend Preview
Windermere Run H.T. (MO): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
Apple Knoll Farm H.T. (MA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Unionville H.T. (PA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Middleburg H.T. (VA): [Website] [Entries] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Revel Run H.T. (MI): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring]
Major International Events
MARS Bromont CCI (Canada): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer] [Live Stream] [EN’s Coverage]
Defender Bramham International (UK): [Website] [Entries/Timing/Scoring] [CrossCountryApp XC Maps] [Live Stream] [EN’s Coverage]
Melbourne International (Australia): [Website] [Timing & Orders of Go] [Scoring] [Live Stream]
News & Reading
From a dairy farm in Vermont to the Olympic stage, Stephanie Simpson’s journey is the stuff of equestrian legend. Ten years ago, she was a self-proclaimed “control freak” just finding her footing as a groom. Now, she’s the engine behind Boyd Martin’s elite program, guiding a team of working students and top-level horses with grit, humor, and encyclopedic knowledge of every horse on the farm. Steph has traveled the world with Boyd—two Olympics, two World Championships, and 5*s galore—and she’s just as at home sprinting between horses at Kentucky as she is joking about her cross country superstition (spoiler alert: she never watches). Read a great feature on this #supergroom here.
Several individuals across the equestrian industry—including a prominent stirrup manufacturer, a show barn groom, a hunter/jumper trainer, and a sport horse veterinarian—have recently been added to the U.S. Center for SafeSport disciplinary list for violations related to sexual misconduct. Among them is Martin Cohen, founder of MDC Stirrups, now permanently banned by USEF for misconduct involving a minor. Brian Gruber of Tulucay Farm, groom Jimmin Alvarez Calvillo of Florida, and Lexington-based veterinarian and eventer Chris Newton have also been sanctioned, with some cases still pending final appeal. The Chronicle of the Horse reports more here.
A pair of 5* veterans have found a new pilot in rising British star Lizzie Baugh, who takes over the reins on En Taro Des Vernier and Crazy Du Loir, both previously campaigned at the top level by Oliver Townend. The Caunton Manor Stud-owned duo has made a smooth transition to Lizzie’s program, already logging promising results at Belsay. Caunton’s Victoria Wright called the move a natural fit—Lizzie is local, talented, and ready for the next step. “It’s how the next generation can come through,” she said. Lizzie will campaign both horses next at Alnwick Ford CCI3*-S later this month. Read more here.
🟩 Sponsor Corner: Stable View Summer Horse Trials – Late Entries Still Accepted!
Photo by Christine Quinn Photography.
There’s still time to join the fun at the Stable View Summer Horse Trials (June 22–23) — entries are still open, so don’t miss your chance to compete at one of the Southeast’s premier venues!
🏇 Updated Format: The competition will run as a two-day event, with all divisions scheduled for both Saturday and Sunday. Saturday is expected to include dressage for all levels, plus SJ for A/I/P/M and XC for T/N/BN. Sunday will wrap things up with SJ for T/N/BN and XC for I/A/P/M. Stay tuned to the Stable View website for final details.
🏆 Adult Team Cup: There’s still time to organize your team! Mixed-level teams of 3–4 riders are welcome, with great prizes and ribbons through third place. Email your team name and members to [email protected] by closing date!
🍷 Graze and Gaze: Join us for complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres Friday and Saturday from 5–7pm in Ollie’s Inn — all competitors, grooms, owners, and supporters welcome.
🤝 Volunteers Needed: Help make the magic happen! Jump judges and dressage scribes are still needed — sign up at eventingvolunteers.com or contact Melissa Rundt at [email protected].
With stunning courses by Mogie Bearden-Muller (XC) and Michel Vaillancourt (SJ), you won’t want to miss this one — get your entry in now!
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Learn about young horse development with Beezie Madden’s team!
