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Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 8 Packers You Can Cruise Around On

By Leslie Wylie on Mar 30, 2025 9:30 am -

Since 2010, EN’s classifieds site Sport Horse Nation has been the best eventers-only matchmaking service in the land. Check it out today for over 300 listings of eventing horses for sale. And also be sure to visit the newly launched Dressage Only for over 100 listings of dressage horses for sale.

The older I get, the more appeal “packer” as a descriptor holds for me. I just want an ol’ pro that knows its job and wants to do it well, like: “Hey lady, what color flags we looking for today? White, black, green … OK, black, you got it! Keep your hands and feet inside the vehicle, sit back and enjoy the ride!”

Here are eight self-professed “packers” currently listed on Sport Horse Nation.

Training Packer Gentleman

Year Born: 2010
Height: 17
Breed: Canadian Sporthorse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Hope Mills, NC
“Charlie has been leased to a young rider for the past few years. They have successfully competed up through Modified. He is a true gentleman in every way, taking care of his rider allowing them to learn and grow. Charlie loves his job and is a straight forward, uncomplicated ride.” Read more …

Packer…ribbons through Preliminary!

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.1
Breed: TB
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Aiken, SC
“Ripper Magoo is a 2017 16.1 h bay Tb gelding. Easy to make round and brave to the jumps. With experience through the levels, he is sure to help someone gain confidence.” Read more …

Easy, Fun & Safe Packer For Sale!

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.2
Breed: Warmblood
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Ocala, FL
“Scotty is so even tempered that my mother, niece or a pro can ride him and have a great time! He’s always the same horse no matter where you take him and takes everything in stride. A great mover, jumper and beautiful to look at, Scotty is the whole package!” Read more …

Packer Alert: LNJ Encyclopedia

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Reddick, FL
“Booker is a 16.2 hand, 2015 OTTB with experience through Preliminary. He has recorded numerous wins at training and modified, including the Area II Championships and TIP Championships at the AECs in 2021. Soft, rideable, and very competitive on the flat, he consistently scores in the 20s and low 30s, with tests as low as a 25. In the jumping phases, he is quite brave with a ground covering stride, making him the perfect confidence builder for junior or amateur.” Read more …

Prelim packer for lease

Year Born: 2014
Height: 16
Breed: Zweibrucker
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Aiken, SC
“Salt (Epsom) is an 11yo mare ready to show her next rider the ropes at training, modified or Prelim. She is a careful show jumper and as straight and honest as they come XC. She will teach you to gallop around XC with a smile on your face! Epsom is a forward ride without being hot or strong.” Read more …

Sweet + Safe + Packer

Year Born: 2013
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Ocala, FL
““Vida” is a kind, genuine girl who has spent most of her life as an amateur horse, teaching her riders the basics of eventing and competing through the novice level. She is a super confidence booster for a junior or amateur looking to be competitive and safe. Vida could easily pass for a refined warmblood, and is very genuine. She is the type of horse to trot your first ever XC fences on, and continue up through Modified.” Read more …

Training Packer with scope for more

Year Born: 2011
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Covington, LA
“Been owned and primarily ridden by her JR rider for the last 5 years. Has competed Training Level eventing and is moving up to Modified in FL next week. Jumps 3’6” with her eyes closed. Plenty of scope to go where you want to go!” Read more …

Kind, safe PACKER ready for his next Jr/AA!

Year Born: 2016
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Sanborn, NY
“Emrys (JC The Glominator, by Animal Kingdom) is an incredibly honest, kind, SAFE TB gelding ready to take care of his next junior ride or adult ammie! This guy has done it all with his junior rider– intro eventing (placing at the top of his division and finishing on his dressage scores), jumper derbies, 2’6-3′ hunter divisions, dressage, trail riding, and even lessons for advanced beginner riders and up.” Read more …

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Kiss Me, I’m a Connemara!

By Leslie Wylie on Mar 18, 2025 11:30 am -

In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day week (yes, we’re just gonna stretch the holiday out a bit), let’s hear it for Connemaras! As tough as they are brave and compact, Connemaras are the ultimate, teflon-coated, amateur-friendly eventing partner.

Here are nine currently listed on Sport Horse Nation.

Young Connemara cross rides like a big horse with big goals

Year Born: 2018
Height: 15.1
Breed: Connemara X Trakehner
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Dixon, CA

Fancy Imported Connemara – Novice Packer

Year Born: 2011
Height: 15.2
Breed: Connemara
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Newnan, GA

10 yo Training Level Irish Sport Gelding

Year Born: 2015
Height: 14.1
Breed: Connemara/Welsh
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training

Jr/AA dream WINNER from BN to Training

Year Born: 2014
Height: 14.3
Breed: Irish TB x Connemara
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Ocala, FL

PS Court Favor (Finley) Homebred Connemara X

Year Born: 2021
Height: 15.1
Breed: Connemara x TB
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Ocala, FL

Exceptional Quality Connemara

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16
Breed: Connemara
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Aiken, SC

Canadian Eventing Prospect

Year Born: 2022
Breed: Connemara/TB
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Green Valley, ON

River Boyne’s Grand Prize aka Grady. Connemara/WB gelding

Year Born: 2023
Height: 16.0
Breed: Connemara/Warmblood
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Boyne City, MI

River Boyne’s Kissable, eventing/dressage prospect

Year Born: 2024
Height: 15.1
Breed: Connemara/Thoroughbred
Gender: Stallion
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Boyne City, MI

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Ocala Snowbird Edition, Part III

By Leslie Wylie on Mar 12, 2025 12:30 pm -

So many event horses for sale in Ocala! Seriously, winter is the best time for one-stop shopping. Fly down, feel the sun on your face, and shop ’til you drop (well, hopefully not before you find THE ONE).

If you missed ’em, here are links to Part I and Part II. Or you could just head straight on over to SHN and see them all in one place!

Gentle reminder: If you’ve got a horse listed on SHN and you’re wintering down south, don’t forget to update the location in your ad so that buyers can find you.

And now, here’s Part III — click the headline to view the full ad …

Jr/AA dream WINNER from BN to Training

Year Born: 2014
Height: 14.3
Breed: Irish TB x Connemara
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Ocala, FL

Barbados OS

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.3
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Ocala, FL

Redfield Oban HR

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.2
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Ocala, FL

Upper level prospect – My Rebels Gold

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16
Breed: ISH
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Ocala, FL

Fox: Top Quality 5yo Irish Sporthorse

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Ocala, FL

Packer Alert: LNJ Encyclopedia

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Reddick, FL

Easy, Fun & Safe Packer For Sale!

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.2
Breed: Warmblood
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Ocala, FL

Redfield Lausbub Z

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.2
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Ocala, FL

West of Loyal 2015, Thoroughbred, Chestnut, G, 17 H

Year Born: 2015
Height: 17
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Ocala, FL

15.3 5y/o Upsilon Mare, Talented, Safe, Fun!!

Year Born: 2020
Height: 15.3
Breed: Anglo Arab x
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Ocala, FL

Talented 2018 TB Mare – A+ Movement & Jump

Year Born: 2018
Height: 16
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Ocala, FL

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Ocala Snowbird Edition, Part II

By Leslie Wylie on Feb 26, 2025 9:30 am -

It’s high season for one-stop-horse-shopping in winer training hubs like Aiken and Ocala. With Sport Horse Nation you can search by location, so be sure to check here when you’re putting together your wish list.

A few weeks ago we shared Ocala Snowbird Edition, Part I; here are 10 more listings that have flown in since. And if you haven’t seen your horse featured yet, don’t worry … Part III will be on its way soon!

Gentle reminder: If you’ve got a horse listed on SHN and you’re wintering down south, don’t forget to update the location in your ad so that buyers can find you.

HSH Persuasion

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Ocala, FL

Sweet + Safe + Packer

Year Born: 2013
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Ocala, FL

Year Born: 2019
Height: 17.0
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Ocala, FL

Comet: 5yo 17h Irish Sport-horse

Year Born: 2019
Height: 17.0
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Ocala, FL

Maryland 3 star Winner/4Star Horse stepping down

Year Born: 2010
Height: 16.3
Breed: Anglo European
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Advanced
Location: Ocala, FL

2024 Dutch Warmblood colt by Margie Engles’ Royce

Year Born: 2024
Height: 16.2
Breed: Dutch Warmblood
Gender: Stallion
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Ocala, FL

Gucci: Fancy 5yo ISH with Serious Upper Level Talent

Year Born: 2020
Height: 17.0
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Ocala, FL

Top quality ISH mare ready to go any direction!

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Ocala, FL

SLINGER – Stunning Pinto Connemara X Warmblood

Year Born: 2022
Height: 15.2
Breed: Connemara x Warmblood
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Ocala, FL

BLF BAMIRO

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.1
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Ocala, FL

HSH Berlin

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.2
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Ocala, FL

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Five Fabulous 3* Horses for Your Consideration

By Leslie Wylie on Feb 19, 2025 9:30 am -

Have you checked out the new-and-improved Sport Horse Nation lately? EN’s longtime classifieds sister site recently received a big makeover to help make it the best eventers-only matchmaking service in the land. Check it out today for over 300 listings of eventing horses for sale. And also be sure to check out the newly launched Dressage Only for over 100 listings of dressage horses for sale.

Got stars in your eyes? How many? If three is the magic number, we’ve got five horses for you to choose from today! Enjoy this eye candy — click on the ad title for more info.

Gentle reminder: If you’ve got a horse listed on SHN and you’re wintering down south, don’t forget to update the location in your ad so that buyers can find you.

Maryland 3 star Winner/4Star Horse stepping down

Name: Enkum Cosair (“Caz”)
Year Born: 2010
Height: 16.3
Breed: Anglo European
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Advanced
Location: Ocala
“A beautiful stamp of a horse, Caz is an absolute sweet heart in the barn. Perfect barn manners and is a gentleman for the vet, farrier, shipping etc. He loves attention and cookies and his favorite treat are 🍓. He is a big beautiful mover and powerful jumper. Ready to step down.”

Flashy 3* Gelding with Top Potential

Name: Afrojack Z
Year Born: 2016
Height: 17.1
Breed: Zanghersheide
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Intermediate
Location: Ocala
“Jack was produced to the 2*S level in England before coming to the US in 2022. This year he finished 2nd in the 2*L at Virginia in the spring before moving up to intermediate this fall, and finishing off the year with a top 10 finish in his first 3*S at Morven Park in October. Jack has the scope and engine for the top levels, and is a super brave xc horse. He would suit a professional or an experienced YR/ Young pro. Will be ready for a 3*L this spring and a move up to advanced later in the year. Full set of X-rays on file.”

Super talented 3* ISH gelding

Year Born: 2014
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Intermediate
Location: Aiken, SC
“Seriously talented ISH Gelding by OBOS Quality 10yo 16.2hh with experience up to 3* level. He is a flashy mover, and very good to jump. He is a careful scopey horse who loves his job and has no problems jumping his rider out of trouble. He is forgiving and careful. He could do pure showjumping with an amateur or professional.”

Top competitive 3* gelding

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.3
Breed: ISH
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Advanced
Location: Aiken, SC
“Incredibly consistent and competitive 3* 9yo gelding with all the scope and talent to continue up the levels. He has had a phenomenal season rarely outside of the top 10 at every FEI he has done including 8th at his first CCI3*L at Bromont and then finishing on his dressage score for 6th at Maryland CCI3*L.”

Curraghgraigue Clear Future

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.1
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Aiken, SC
“Curraghgraigue Clear Future, affectionately known as Walle in the barn, is a 2015 Irish Sport Horse by Womanizer. This talented gelding has competed through the CCI3* level with a professional rider and the CCI2* level with a young rider. Walle is straightforward on the flat and incredibly brave, making him an ideal partner for an adult amateur or young rider. He has a great jump and possesses the talent to continue excelling at the FEI levels.”

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Aiken Snowbird Edition, Part II

By Leslie Wylie on Feb 14, 2025 9:30 am -

Have you checked out the new-and-improved Sport Horse Nation lately? EN’s longtime classifieds sister site recently received a big makeover to help make it the best eventers-only matchmaking service in the land. Check it out today for over 300 active listings of eventing horses for sale. And also be sure to check out the newly launched Dressage Only for over 100 listings of dressage horses for sale.

Aiken is a one-stop-horse-shopping destination this time of the year, and we’ve enjoyed a surge of listings from the area in recent weeks. We spotlighted a batch of 11 horses last month here, and today we’ve got a dozen more for your consideration!

It’s a prime time to post YOUR horse posted for sale on SHN, which now features a Airbnb-inspired search-by-location feature — with one click, you can view all the horses for sale near you.

If you’ve flown south for the winter and have a horse listed on SHN, gentle reminder to update your location so that your listing shows up when people are searching for horses in your area.

Here are 12 horses for sale currently in Aiken who are looking for their next chapter:

Scope, Talent and a Winner

Excel Star Traveler
Year Born: 2018
Height: 16.2
Breed: IRISH SPORT HORSE
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Aiken, SC

Packer…ribbons through Preliminary!

Name: Ripper Magoo
Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.1
Breed: TB
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Aiken, SC

MBF Dignified Duchess – Winning young horse with upper level potential

Name: MBD Dignified Duchess
Year Born: 2018
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Aiken, SC

The WHOLE package!

Name: Excel Star Eammon
Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: IRISH SPORT HORSE
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Aiken, SC, USA

AF ROYALE CONTENDER

Name: AF Royale Contender
Year Born: 2018
Height: 16
Breed: Oldenburg
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Aiken, SC, USA

Prelim Packer for lease

Name: Salt (“Epsom”)
Year Born: 2014
Height: 16
Breed: Zweibrucker
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Aiken, SC

Iron Pearls 2018, 16.2h, TB Gelding

Name: Lad
Year Born: 2018
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Aiken, SC

Infinite Ole Buddy Mikey~ Fun Eventer!

Name: Infinite Ole Buddy Mikey
Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Aiken, SC

Upper Level Event Prospect — Training Level Champion

Name: Caheradoo Jack
Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.0
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Aiken, SC

Blaze~Jr/AA Eventer~3 ring type!

Name: Blaze
Year Born: 2018
Height: 16
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Comfortable Show Jumping Height: .90 meters
Location: Aiken, SC

Full Ahead 2019, 16.1h, TB Gelding

Name: Full Ahead
Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Aiken, SC

Exceptional Quality Connemara

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16
Breed: Connemara
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Aiken, SC

Sport Horse Nation: 10 Thoroughbreds Under $10K

By Leslie Wylie on Feb 6, 2025 3:40 pm -

Have you checked out the new-and-improved Sport Horse Nation lately? EN’s longtime classifieds sister site recently received a big makeover to help make it the best eventers-only matchmaking service in the land. Check it out today for over 300 active listings of eventing horses for sale. And also be sure to check out the newly launched Dressage Only for over 100 listings of dressage horses for sale.

Horse-shopping on a budget? We’ve got you. This week we’re featuring 10 Thoroughbreds listed on SHN for under $10,000. Maybe one of them is your match!

2018 Eventing Mare

Year Born: 2018
Height: 15.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Skaneateles, NY
Price: $8,500
“She is a forward thinking mare who is a blast to ride! She is super easy to have in the barn, great ground manners, stands for the farrier, trailers, gets along with everyone and overall a sweet mare. Getting a later start to her professional training, she can excel in so many directions.”

4 y/o OTTB Mare

Year Born: 2021
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Price: $7,000
“Raven is a beautifully put together TB mare. Never raced and has no recorded work outs so is sadly not RRP eligible. She is easy to handle on the ground, loves living out, and is an overall very sweet mare. She bathes, ties and cross ties, trailers well and is learning about clippers. She has a great brain and seems to really enjoy having a job.”

Fancy Moving Thoroughbred

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.0
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Price: $6,000
Location: Cabot, AR
“Twick or Tweat Aka Wednesday is a lovely mare ready for her person! No quirks, easy on the ground, great feet, clean legs. She is sweet to handle and gets along well with others in the field. She has been on trail rides and is happy to be ridden inside or outside of the arena. Wednesday has been started over fences and is happy to do that job. She is a lovely mover and would make a very nice TB Dressage mount! Extremely comfortable to ride! This mare is ready to take in any direction and eager to find her person.”

Cute Thoroughbred Jumper

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Cabot, AR
Price ($USD): $8,000
“Even Higher aka Cisco is a rare find! This horse is sweet, sound, easy to be around and ready to go in any direction. He is green, but I have put some juniors on him and he is sweet and patient! Forgiving brain, cute mover, and super cute jump! He will definitely be brave enough to be an eventer, but I think he could make super cute hunter too! He always gets his knees up and makes a great shape over the jump.”

Louis is a all round horse

Year Born: 2013
Height: 17
Breed: Thoroughbred (OTTB)
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: N/A
Price: $7,000
Location: Readstown, WI
“If you are looking a horse that you can do it all with then Louis is the horse for you. He does eventing, hunter, jumping, dressage, western games, drill team, trail riding, and you can put a beginner on him and do a lunge lesson with. You can ride him over a jumping course or run a barrel pattern then jump on him bareback and go ride around the arena for fun.”

Big laid back Thoroughbred Colt

Year Born: 2021
Height: 16.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Stallion
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Gonzales, LA
Price: $2,500
“Kevin been off the track for about a year now. He has had a 6 month let down from the track. He was a rescue so he still needs weight. He has clean legs and no injuries or vices. He is very easy to handle and ride, he is pastured with geldings and shares fence lines with mares. He has big lofty movement and a ground sweeping stride.”

Upper level Prospect

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Gonzales, LA
Price: $5,500
“Capo is such a nice mare, she is very light on her feet and has big lofty movement. She is easy to ride and handle, she has been ridden by professionals and amateurs. She has schooled up to 2ft with a lot of room to spare. She does not spook and is very brave with her rider. I do believe this mare will make it to the top of the eventing sport with the right rider.”

DGE Celeste La Vie

Year Born: 2022
Height: 15.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Clarksville, MD
Price: $4,000
“Sweet as they come. Lucy has spent the last six months babysitting my other filly, and has just been restarted. Lovely mover, currently barefoot. Looks to be a very easy restart, as she didn’t care about the banging machinery as we sat on her. Would be great for a kid or AA, but talented enough project for a pro. Very sound. Ready to go!”

She’s Got Wings – lower level prospect

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Athens, AL
Price: $9,500
“Royce is a lovely girl who has all the makings to fit in well with any lower level hunter, eventer, or lesson program. She is a quiet ride on the flat, keeping her own tempo on a loose rein with a rocking chair canter. Royce can neck rein and steer off leg, and has learned the basics of lateral work. She has started learning about contact, and is proving to be a quick study. Royce was started over fences this summer, and is confidently jumping small courses and grids.”

Talented young prospect

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Fort Defiance, VA
Price: $6,500
“This young, talented prospect could go any direction. He just completed his first horse trial, finishing on his dressage score. He is an energetic and eager to please type so best suited for a scrappy teen rider, adult amateur in a program, or professional on a budget. He is brave, bold, and takes you to the jump and will have plenty of scope when he learns to jump through his back a bit better.”

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Ocala Snowbird Edition, Part I

By Leslie Wylie on Jan 28, 2025 9:30 am -

Have you checked out the new-and-improved Sport Horse Nation lately? EN’s longtime classifieds sister site recently received a big makeover to help make it the best eventers-only matchmaking service in the land. Check it out today for nearly 290 active listings of eventing horses for sale. And also be sure to check out the newly launched Dressage Only for over 100 listings of dressage horses for sale.

If you’ve already migrated and have a horse listed on SHN, gentle reminder to update your location so that your listing shows up when people are searching for horses in your area.

Here are nine horses recently listed on SHN that you can try in Ocala today!

HSH Bali

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)

Independer JWB

Year Born: 2013
Height: 16.3
Breed: British Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary

Specter: Very special young event horse

Year Born: 2021
Height: 15.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Starter

Flashy 3* Gelding with Top Potential

Year Born: 2016
Height: 17.1
Breed: Zanghersheide
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Intermediate

Fun Experienced Eventer

Year Born: 2013
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary

Talented 4* KWPN mare

Year Born: 2011
Height: 16.1
Breed: Dutch Sporthorse
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Intermediate

Talented eventer/jumper available in Ocala

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training

Redfield Osellie JDV

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.2
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)

Incredibly genuine talented ISH gelding going Novice with plenty of scope for more

Year Born: 2018
Height: 16.1
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)’

Sport Horse Nation Launches ‘Dressage Only’ Classifieds Site

By Leslie Wylie on Jan 24, 2025 1:26 pm -

Since our redesign and relaunch of eventing classifieds site Sport Horse Nation last fall, listings have tripled (we’re fast-approaching 300!). This confirmed our theory that having all the quality event horses for sale, all in one place, holds a lot of value for people. We started looking around at other equestrian communities that could benefit from having a dedicated virtual marketplace, and the sport of dressage flagged us down.

Hey! Over here! We need a dedicated marketplace too, please!

Introducing DressageOnly.com. Even having just launched, it has quickly populated and might already be the world’s most concentrated online dressage horse marketplace, which says a lot about the niche need it’s filling. Like SHN it’s user-friendly and highly searchable, making it easier than ever for riders to connect with their next unicorn. So head over to Dressage Only to check out all of the dressage horses for sale.

To celebrate the launch, we’re currently offering unlimited FREE listings — use promo code ENLaunch at checkout. Thanks for checking it out, EN, and sharing the news with your sandbox friends!

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Aiken Snowbird Edition, Part I

By Leslie Wylie on Jan 22, 2025 9:30 am -

It’s time for the snowbirds to fly south, transforming winter training hubs like Aiken and Ocala into one-stop-horse-shopping destinations. It’s a prime time to post YOUR horse posted for sale on SHN, which now features a Airbnb-inspired search-by-location feature — with one click, you can view all the horses for sale near you.

If you’ve already migrated and have a horse listed on SHN, gentle reminder to update your location so that your listing shows up when people are searching for horses in your area.

From prospects to 5* campaigners, here are 11 horses currently in Aiken who are looking for their next chapter.

Winner, winner!

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.3
Breed: IRISH SPORT HORSE
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)

Vivantura

Year Born: 2016
Height: 16.1
Breed: Holsteiner
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary

Experienced 5* campaigner

Year Born: 2010
Height: 16
Breed: Australian Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Advanced

Super talented 3* ISH gelding

Year Born: 2014
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Intermediate

Top competitive 3* gelding

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.3
Breed: ISH
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Advanced

Stunning ISH mare with phenomenal brain and jump

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Training

Joey Fiddlesticks

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.2
Breed: Warmblood
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary

Sky Full of Stars Z~Training Miles-Potential 2*/YR mount

Year Born: 2016
Height: 16.2
Breed: Zangersheide
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training

Connemara Training Packer

Year Born: 2016
Height: 15.2
Breed: Connemara
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training

Talented 2018 TB Mare – A+ Movement & Jump

Year Born: 2018
Height: 16
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect

Chip Chop – Cute Novice Eventer Ready for more

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 7 TB Mares + Promo Code for FREE OTTB Listings

By Leslie Wylie on Jan 14, 2025 9:30 am -

There’s nothing that makes you feel invincible on cross country like a Thoroughbred mare who loves her job. Here are seven that popped up on Sport Horse Nation in the past couple weeks.

Have an OTTB event horse for sale? We are running a special for free listings through Feb. 1, 2025. The promo code is OTTBLOVE1224 at checkout. Hope to see yours over there!

Hand Rail

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
“HR” is a great first upper-level horse for someone wanting to learn the levels. While she is a hotter type, she will always bring you through the finish flags, even when you are scared and just grab mane! She does get tight through her back in the dressage but is getting stronger in her show jumping form. She has produced a lovely filly. I’ve had this mare for several years, and she has been super fun to produce.” Learn more…

Fancy, Super Athletic Mare!

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Cabot, AR, USA
Price ($USD): $32,000
“Street Ride or ‘Rhoda’ is a mare’s mare!! If you love expressive, bold mares, this is your girl! She is smart. She is kind. She is sassy. She is brave. She is TALENTED! I absolutely adore this horse and think that she is going to make someone a top level eventer one day. She has competed two Novices and will be moving up to Training level during the Florida season. She has also competed 1.0 M at a rated jumper show and would an amazingly successful TB jumper! Extremely brave to the fences and already thinks she knows everything. She will be very fancy on the flat once she relaxes. Her dressage gets better and better each time out.” Learn more …

Fancy Moving Thoroughbred

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.0
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Cabot, AR, USA
Price ($USD): $6,000
“Twick or Tweat Aka Wednesday is a lovely mare ready for her person! No quirks, easy on the ground, great feet, clean legs. She is sweet to handle and gets along well with others in the field. She has been on trail rides and is happy to be ridden inside or outside of the arena. Wednesday has been started over fences and is happy to do that job. She is a lovely mover and would make a very nice TB Dressage mount! Extremely comfortable to ride! This mare is ready to take in any direction and eager to find her person.” Learn more …

Alexis Jo 10 yr old OTTB Mare

Year Born: 2014
Height: 16
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Orange City, IA, USA
Price ($USD): $6,000
“I have owned her since she came off the track at the age of 3, while rehabbing from a slab fracture in her front left knee. This prior injury has NO bearing on her current functioning. She is the most sound horse I have ever owned. Lexi is sound, healthy, and UTD on everything. She has had regular chiropractic and body work as well, with no other maintenance. Lexi ties, loads, leads, and has good general ground manners. Lexi has schooled full Beginner Novice courses in the past, jumped over 3′ with room to spare, has attended schooling shows in both dressage and combined training, and has even competed in competitive trail.” Learn more …

SUPER Athletic Coming 5 y/o TBM with THE BEST Brain

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.2
Breed: TB
Gender: Mare
Location: Bluemont, VA, USA
Price ($USD): $15,000
“Love The Hustle, aka Chessie is a 4/3/20 16.2 hh TBM who only raced twice, but is impeccably bred to be a major athlete. One Grand Sire is Curlin, one of the winningest race horses of all time, who won the World Cup in Dubai. The other Grand Sire is Kitten’s Joy, arguably one of the best turf horses of all time. This one was supposed to be my upper level eventer some day, and it is killing me to put her up for S, but sometimes divorce runs your life.” Learn more

Mystical Glitter

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Orangeville, ON, Canada but will be in Ocala in February
Price ($USD): $50,000
“Misty is an absolute unicorn. Sweetest girl you can imagine. Misty never says no. Misty finished the 2024 season as the Open Novice champion! Misty has also shown training and finished 2nd her first time out! Misty has scope for more but with her only be 5 stopped at training for this year. Has schooled some Prelim. Confident building temperament, an amateurs dream!” Learn more …

Hot Gossip

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Orangeville, Ontario, Canada but will be in Ocala in February
Price ($USD): $40,000
“Lula is a stunning girl with beautiful moment. Usually scoring sub 30’s in dressage and a very nice jump, Lula is very brave and honest cross country. She had a very good racing career then was bred twice, her previous owner then decided to get out of breeding so she had a later start to her competitive career but has taken to it very well. Lula is super honest and straight forward, she is definitely very suitable for an amateur but could also keep moving up the levels. Lula has only competed at Novice so far due to a fractured splint bone ending her season early but she is now 100% and schooling Training and Prelim.” Learn more …

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: New Year, New Ride!

By Leslie Wylie on Jan 7, 2025 1:56 pm -

Eat healthier, exercise, wake up earlier, be more organized, stop procrastinating … on buying that brand new event horse you’ve been wanting, that is!

Here are 10 new listings that have rolled into Sport Horse Nation so far in the new year 2025. Could one of them be YOUR New Year’s resolution?

HSH Bali

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Riegelsville, PA, USA
“With blood, movement, and scope to spare, “Bali” is everything you want in a modern event horse. He has had a light but very educational start to his career, including already winning on his debut horse trials in the US. We feel that Bali is what every professional would love to have in their string or equally kind and good willing enough for a competitive Amateur/Young Rider.” Learn more …

Absolutely gorgeous TB!

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Cochranville, PA, USA
Price ($USD): $18,000
“Checkout this gorgeous guy! Romeo is a smart jumper with lovely movements that would suit just about anyone. His balanced canter and auto changes make him a super horse to jump around any discipline. He has competed at schooling shows up to the Novice level.” Learn more …

Redfield Osellie JDV

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.2
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Riegelsville, PA, USA
“Cape Coral RBF Z x V. Sellie 1 Z. ‘Osellie’ has just arrived, and we are very excited about this prospect. A few fast facts > He competed in 1.0m jumper classes in the Netherlands prior to being imported, goes in a snaffle mouth and would be a dream horse for a competitive amateur or young rider and would equally be a great addition to a professional’s string.” Learn more …

Competitive and quality

Year Born: 2016
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Aiken, SC, USA
Price ($USD): $25,000
“HH Junebug has a terrific record and has been well travelled and exposed to plenty of recognized and unrecognized competitions. Her jump is athletic and honest. On the flat she scores well and is very very easy on the eye. She finds XC a blast and hasn’t met a jump she doesn’t like! A very sound mare, PPE welcome. Current owner has owned and trained her for the past 2 and a half years. I think very highly of this mare!” Learn more …

Noble

Year Born: 2016
Height: 17.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Sierra Vista, AZ, USA
Price ($USD): $30,000
“Noble is compact and very sporty with three beautiful gates. He has competed Beginner Novice in recognized USEA horse trails all over the United States, dressage shows, and hunter jumper shows, fox hunted, and done many pair paces. Has competed in the .85 and .90 jumpers. He has been schooled up to training level and has the athleticism and talent to take his rider to the top levels. he is ready for his step up to Novice. Has a wonderful jump that feel effortless. Has Prelim and above potential.” Learn more …

SUPER Athletic Coming 5 y/o TBM with THE BEST Brain

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.2
Breed: TB
Gender: Mare
Location: Bluemont, VA, USA
Price ($USD): $15,000
“Love The Hustle, aka Chessie is a 4/3/20 16.2 hh TBM who only raced twice, but is impeccably bred to be a major athlete. One Grand Sire is Curlin, one of the winningest race horses of all time, who won the World Cup in Dubai. The other Grand Sire is Kitten’s Joy, arguably one of the best turf horses of all time. This one was supposed to be my upper level eventer some day, and it is killing me to put her up for S, but sometimes divorce runs your life.” Learn more …

Novice Eventer

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Charlotte, NC, USA
Price ($USD): $15,000
“Fresh off a 5th place finish in his debut at Novice at Stableview in December! Very in your pocket personality, the class clown, and first one up to you in the field. Can be a little pushy and mouthy but not a mean bone in his body.” Learn more …

Alexis Jo 10 yr old OTTB Mare

Year Born: 2014
Height: 16
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Orange City, IA, USA
Price ($USD): $6,000
“Lexi has schooled full beginner novice courses in the past, jumped over 3′ with room to spare, has attended schooling shows in both dressage and combined training, and has even competed in competitive trail. I have focused on dressage with Lexi the last few years and she could easily be an FEI dressage horse, but she could easily pick up eventing and jumpers too. She was the bravest cross country horse I had ridden. If I pointed her at a jump she was going.” Learn more …

Chip Chop – Cute Novice Eventer Ready for more

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Aiken, SC, USA
Price ($USD): $20,000
“Eventing miles through novice with an amateur. Sound & sturdy, above average mover. No maintenance, front shoes only. Easy to put together on the flat, very rateable & adjustable over fences! Chip is nicely forward without pulling or getting fast/frantic. He’s well schooled on the flat and has easy lateral work, does shoulder/haunches in, and naturally wants to work over his back. He’s very brave over fences with no XC stops on his record, happy to take any distance, doesn’t hold a grudge.” Learn more …

Cute and Docile Event Prospect Available

Year Born: 2019
Height: 14.3
Breed: American Warmblood
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Burlington, NC, USA
Price ($USD): $18,000
“She has been slowly started and ponied extensively through the Moss Foundation. Whether you ride her regularly or once a week, she will be the same horse. She is such a blast to ride and will make a super nice mount for an ambitious jr/yr or smaller adult amateur. She will best be suited for a rider that is in a regular program if you want her to go up the levels.” Learn more …

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 15 TB Prospects + 100%-Off Promo Code for OTTBs

By Leslie Wylie on Dec 30, 2024 9:30 am -

What do we want?

Thoroughbreds!

When do we want ’em?

Right now!!!!

Well you’re in luck, because SHN is chock full of Thoroughbred event horse prospects who are looking for a partner in crime. We’ve highlighted a few in this week’s Sport Horse Nation Spotlight.

Have an off-the-track Thoroughbred to sell? Through 2024 and the first month of 2025, we are offering a promo code for FREE listings for any and all OTTB event horse prospects. Enter OTTBLOVE1224 at checkout!

Talented 2014 Thoroughbred Show Horse – Ready to Event

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Purcellville, VA, USA

Super 5 yr old OTTB!

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Upperville, VA, USA

Stunning Event Prospect

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Unionville, PA, USA

Affordable, Fun, & Athletic Ready to Event this Spring!

Year Born: 2018
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Southern Pines, NC, USA

Flickering

Year Born: 2013
Height: 16.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Oxford, PA, USA

Morning Artie

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Unionville, PA, USA

Maxine – TB lovers!

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Cochranville, PA, USA

Competitive mount for Upper Levels

Year Born: 2016
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Grass Lake, MI, USA

She’s Got Wings- lower level prospect

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Athens, AL, USA

Rainbow Day

Year Born: 2021
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Dickerson, MD, USA

Pyrite

Year Born: 2018
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Oxford, PA, USA

Wrong Way Jane

Year Born: 2014
Height: 15.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Oxford, PA, USA

Perfect project for JR or AA

Year Born: 2017
Height: 15.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Covington, LA, USA

Under Boss

Year Born: 2021
Height: 16
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Dickerson, MD, USA

Pros upper level prospect

Year Born: 2017
Height: 17.2
Breed: APHA
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Fritch, TX, USA

Safe and Sane Prospect

Year Born: 2013
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Fritch, TX, USA

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Calling All Canadians!

By Leslie Wylie on Dec 22, 2024 9:30 am -

Where are our Canadian event horses for sale at? At Sport Horse Nation, that’s what we want to know. We currently only have a four listings for horses located in Canada on the site, and we want more.

As such, through the end of December we are offering a promo code — enter CAN1224 at checkout — for FREE unlimited listings.

In the meantime, feast your eyes upon these two pretties. Wouldn’t you like to find one of these under your tree?

JB Virgin Electric

Year Born: 2016
Height: 16.1
Breed: Dutch Warmblood cross
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Preliminary
Location: Langley, BC

“Ellie is the complete package! Sire Ampere, Dam lines Riverman/Thoroughbred. She scores in the low 20s in dressage, is brave and fast cross country and a careful and honest show jumper. Ellie is excellent on the ground for all things, farrier, vet and clipping. Ellie would make a wonderful young rider mount for an ambitious junior wanting to be competitive at NAYRC and beyond. She has competed at the CCI2* level and has the scope and drive for MUCH more. Ellie is very sound and has required no maintenance.” Learn more …

Tugce is a stunning 12yo German Sport Horse that has top placings through to the 4* level

Year Born: 2012
Height: 16.1
Breed: German Sport Horse
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Advanced
Location: Cannington, Ontario

“Tugce is a stunning 12yo German Sport Horse that has top placings through to the 4* level. She has also successfully show jumped through to 1.35m. Tugce has been ridden by a professional, young rider and adult amateur. She would be an ideal candidate for a young rider or adult amateur looking to win! Tugce is extremely well schooled on the flat and over fences and is competitive in all phases. She has three beautiful gates and an impressive gallop.”

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 7 Eventers with a Splash of Color

By Leslie Wylie on Dec 15, 2024 10:00 am -

Want to stand out in the show ring? Paints and pintos bring that little extra bit of flair that will get you noticed wherever you go. The seven horses we’re spotlighting this week represent a range of breeds — Thoroughbred, Irish Sport Horse, Westfalen, Connemara and more — heights from 14.1 to 16.2 hands, and levels ranging from prospect to winning at Training.

Which one jumps out at you?

Valiant: versatile and talented

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.2
Breed: Westfalen
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Middleburg, VA, USA
“Valiant is a versatile and talented gelding who is ready to take on his next partner! With experience in the 1.10m jumpers and Beginner Novice eventing, this intelligent and hardworking horse is capable of excelling in any direction. He has lovely hunter-type movement, making him a great candidate for someone looking to shine in the hunter ring. Valiant is incredibly brave and confident off-property, having been exposed to various environments and always rising to the occasion. Valiant thrives with a consistent routine and loves having a job to do. His full brother is currently competing successfully at 1st level dressage, showcasing the quality of his bloodlines and potential for success in any discipline. If you’re searching for a horse with the talent and temperament to be your next show partner, Valiant could be the perfect match!” Learn more…

Adorable imported Irish gelding with superb winning record

Year Born: 2018
Height: 16.1
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Schomberg, ON, Canada
“16.1+ 2018 G well bred Irish Import. Lots of wins at 1m and 1.10m show jumping. Ready for 1.20. Goes to the jumps, not hot or difficult in any way.Also multiple wins at EV90 and EV100 this summer and ready for EV105 and a 1* this winter. Wins from the dressage onwards.His price will go up next year. Great temperament, lovely flatwork,a delight to hack and he has also fox hunted. Fully vetted to the North American standard before import.” Read more…

Exceptional Pinto sport horse eventing prospect!

Year Born: 2014
Height: 15.2
Breed: Pinto sport horse
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Williston, FL, USA
“Meet this stunning 10-year-old pinto sport horse mare, standing at a perfect 15.2 hands. With her eye-catching coat and dynamic presence, she’s not just beautiful—she’s a true athlete with the potential to shine in the 1.00-1.10!This mare is a pocket rocket, ready to take on any challenge with enthusiasm and grace. In the barn, she’s a joy to be around—friendly, easygoing, and well-mannered. Best of all, she’s not on regumate or hormones. She competed in eventing before having a few years off to have some babies for her owner, not due to injury! Although she has very low miles, she requires no maintenanceIf you’re looking for a talented, flashy partner for your next adventure, this mare is the one! Don’t miss out on the chance to make her part of your team!” Learn more…

Little Debbie: super eventing pony!

Year Born: 2016
Height: 14.1
Breed: Thoroughbred/Paint
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Dickerson, MD, USA
“Debbie is super athletic! She is a lovely mover and a bold, scopey jumper! Debbie is currently competing successfully at novice and moving up to training level this fall. She shows the scope and ability to move up the levels more! A great event/jumper for a junior or small adult to bring along!” Learn more…

A Horse of a Different Color! 2019 Thoroughbred gelding.

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Purcellville, VA, USA
“PINTURA (aka Max) – A horse of a different color! 2019 registered Thoroughbred gelding by Koda Chrome, dark brown and white paint color, 16.1 hands. Max’s registered JC name is Maximum Momentum. Yes, TBs can be pintos! This eye-catching young horse is well schooled, going well on the flat and over small courses. Max is a very good mover and has an athletic jump. He has competed successfully in unrecognized starter events and combined tests. Max is very good on the trails, and is safe and easy to ride. Max is suitable for an amateur or younger rider who wants a good all-rounder. He would do well in dressage, the show ring, low level events, and trail riding. He would make a terrific fox hunter, and is set to begin going out hunting soon.” Read more…

Imported Irish Sporthorse Mare

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.1
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Dallas, TX, USA
“Misty Sun is a 16.1-year-old, 5-year-old mare. She has a wonderful disposition and is very easygoing. She was recently imported from Ireland where she started a show, hunting, and dressage career. Misty also enjoys hacking out and going to the beach. Misty is brave, scopey, and a very willing volunteer, making her an ideal candidate for eventing. She has recent clean X-rays and excellent feet and sturdy bones. A good home is a must for this lovely mare.” Learn more…

SLINGER – Stunning Pinto Connemara X Warmblood

Year Born: 2022
Height: 15.2
Breed: Connemara x Warmblood
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
“PS Corporal Gunslinger ~ (AKA Slinger) ACPS Registered. Bay Pinto Gelding (2022) Connemara x Oldenburg out of Mocha Swirl by State of the Art by ‘Cooper’ born at Peachstone expected to mature to approx 15.2 Slinger is a handsome is a Pinto Boy by Mocha Swirl by Connemara Coud’Poker! He is rising 3 and is halter broke & being handled daily. He has very fancy movement like this mother!!$23k but will continue to increase in price with more training.” Learn more…

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 11 Ready-to-Run Prelim Horses

By Leslie Wylie on Dec 9, 2024 4:00 pm -

These horses recently listed on Sport Horse Nation are looking for the green flags. Are you?

In addition to this selection, there are several Modified listings and others currently competing above the level who might be suitable candidates. Check ’em out today!

Preliminary Mare – Potential For More!

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.3
Gender: Mare
Location: Lexington, KY, USA
“CGF Galway Girl is a 9yr old 16.3 mare by Ars Vivendi. ‘Ciara’ is incredibly brave and will jump from anywhere with much confidence! She has recently been competed by an amateur with top results this season so far and has plenty of scope to go beyond Preliminary. She has scored in the 20’s at each of her events this year and is careful while still being incredibly brave with a powerful jump. Ciara would best suit an experienced amateur or an ambitious Junior/Young rider who wants and honest, fun horse who loves her job!” Read more…

Beautiful Mare With Upper Level Potential

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.1
Breed: Westphalian
Gender: Mare
Location: Lexington, KY, USA
“Alina SD is a gorgeous 9 year old, 16.1 hd imported Westphalian mare by Asagao xx. She has wins and top results through 2*L and has all the blood, movement and talent to go on up the levels. Alina recently won her last event in April and she is fit and ready to go. She is a beautiful mover and regularly scores in the 20’s. She is a forward ride and incredibly brave cross country with many double clear XC/SJ rounds on her record. Alina would be best suited to an ambitious young rider, experienced amateur, or up and coming professional with ambitions for the top levels of eventing.” Read more…

WINNING PRELIM PACKER FOR SALE

Year Born: 2014
Height: 15.3
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Location: Kennett Square, PA, USA
“Proudly offered for sale — J aka Homer — 10 yr old, 15.2h, KWPN, gelding. Homer has been extremely successful at the training, prelim and 2* levels with many wins. He is a beautifully built, small package with a powerful jump and is so sweet to handle. He is very light to the leg and goes whatever pace you set him at to the jumps. Extremely brave—no issues xc. Would suit a small, light rider who wants to win! He’s very well schooled on the flat and a blast to jump.” Read more…

Proudly Offered For Sale in Round Hill, VA: Carlingford Rockabilly

Year Born: 2017
Height: 17.1
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Round Hill, VA, USA
“Billy” is a beautiful gelding who just won his first preliminary with a 21.3 dressage mark! He has all the quality and trainability to continue a very successful career up the levels. This exciting horse is looking for an ambitious rider to join him on his journey to big things. He is bred for the job and has only been loved and produced with his future in mind. Read more…

Barbados OS-Classy Flashy Mare

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.3
Breed: KPWN
Gender: Mare
Location: Lovettsville, VA, USA
“Bridget is a 16.3 2015 KWPN mare with experience through preliminary and ability for more. An absolutely stunning model, she moves for a ten and is brave to the jumps. Suitable for a professional looking for their next upper level mount or a capable amateur/young rider who wants to win.” Read more…

Superstar petite mare wants to be an Advanced horse

Year Born: 2014
Height: 16.1
Breed: Trakehner
Gender: Mare
Location: Dixon, CA, USA
“Leap of Faith FSF is a cross country machine that loves the game. She is light on her feet and brave. She is elegant for dressage and careful for the showjumping. Truly a luxury sport car model for a competitive ambitious rider. She has successfully competed and won in the 1.20 jumpers as well. She has also had a lovely foal who is also currently competing on the A circuit winning in the jumper ring as a 5 year old.” Read more…

WonderElla

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.1
Breed: Hanoverian
Gender: Mare
Location: Scottsdale, AZ, USA
“Wonderella is a high performance sport horse mare with top results through preliminary level eventing, 3rd level dressage, and 1.10m show jumping as well as .90/.95 with a junior rider. Ella would be best suited for a performance home with a competitive rider looking for a talented horse to develop through the upper levels. Very much like her grand sire Abdullah, Ella possesses the bravery and scope for the upper levels in eventing while also being careful and quick enough to be a top show jumper.” Read more…

Redfield Lennon

Year Born: 2016
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Location: Riegelsville, PA, USA
“Lennon” has the movement and attitude of a serious top horse in the making. His walk, trot and canter are individually some of the best that we’ve seen, with huge scope and a killer hind end — we feel he’s a true 5* eventing prospect. In 2024, Lennon has competed to the 1* level with a young rider and ready to continue up the levels.” Read more…

Talented Eventer

Year Born: 2018
Height: 16.2
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Location: County Meath, Ireland
“Clover is a talented young sport horse with the ability and attitude to go up the levels in eventing. He has evented successfully up to El110 (preliminary). This is a horse who is very brave cross country. He does not take a pull and is a chilled out kick ride type. Clover is perfect for giving a junior/amateur rider confidence in show jumping and cross country due to his forgiving and laidback nature.” Read more…

1.20 Jumper who also has winning Eventing record through Preliminary

Year Born: 2011
Breed: Oldenburg
Gender: Gelding
“Pierre is a 2011 Oldenburg gelding. Pierre has a competitive record through the 1.25 classes and also a winning record in eventing through preliminary having also won the T3Day event at Rebecca Farms. He is the perfect horse to give someone confidence around the bigger jumper track while also being able to step into the equitation ring or lower level eventing. Pierre can take a joke and always jumps a 10. Easy and kind in the barn. Hacks out alone, trailers, clips and ties. Offered for sale only because owner is off to college.” Read more…

Modified/ Prelim packer

The Immigrant is a 2015, 17H ISH/ Oldenburg gelding. He is as genuine as they come to ride with a workman like attitude. Grant is a fancy mover and a careful but comfortable jumper. He has competed through training level with an Amateur and Preliminary with professionals. Grant is only for sale as his owner is off to vet school.

Year Born: 2015
Height: 17.0
Breed: ISH/Oldenburg
Gender: Gelding
Location: West Grove, PA, USA
“The Immigrant is a 2015, 17H ISH/ Oldenburg gelding. He is as genuine as they come to ride with a workman like attitude. Grant is a fancy mover and a careful but comfortable jumper. He has competed through training level with an Amateur and Preliminary with professionals. Grant is only for sale as his owner is off to vet school.” Read more…

Irish Dreaming? Courtney Cooper Puts Importing Your Dream Horse Within Reach

By Leslie Wylie on Nov 30, 2024 10:00 am -

Courtney Cooper and Excel Star Traveler, a 6-year-old Irish import who is for sale stateside and already winning at Novice. Click on photo to view his listing on Sport Horse Nation. Photo by Erin Gilmore.

The prospect of importing a horse from Ireland might seem as elusive as a four-leaf clover, but with the right guidance, it can be surprisingly straightforward. Courtney Cooper of C Square Farm, the USA partner of Excel Star Sporthorses, brings 35 years of expertise to the process, making it not only manageable but enjoyable. Courtney recently shared insights with EN about what goes into importing horses and the advantages of working with a seasoned professional to find your perfect match.

Why Import?

Why cross the Atlantic for a horse? “It’s about finding the horse you can’t find in the U.S.,” Courtney says. “I love a good American Thoroughbred, but finding the right horse here can take time and significant expense.” Overseas, the abundance of purpose-bred sport horse is combined with more affordable competition and breeding costs often means better value and higher quality.

However, venturing into the international equestrian market without guidance can be a challenge. Logistical hurdles, unfamiliar standards, and understanding what’s really being promised (“What does ‘nappy’ mean, anyway?”) are just a few hurdles. That’s where a professional like Courtney steps in.

Sheep native to Ireland. Photo courtesy of Courtney Cooper.

Three Paths to Your Perfect Horse

Courtney provides three main options for importing from Ireland, tailored to meet different budgets, goals, and levels of risk tolerance. Whether you’re a hands-on shopper or prefer to outsource the details, there’s a path for you.

The Overseas Experience:For those who want the full immersion, Courtney organizes quarterly trips to Ireland (her next one is fast-approaching, Dec. 3-8). From the moment you land, she and her trusted partners handle everything—from hotel bookings and farm visits to horse evaluations and vet checks. “All you need is a passport and plane ticket,” she says. The experience isn’t just about buying a horse; it’s a masterclass in evaluating young horses, breeding lines, and potential. Plus, Courtney’s connections help ensure the price doesn’t mysteriously inflate just because you’re American.

Buying Off a Video:If traveling isn’t an option, Courtney facilitates remote purchases. After a detailed consultation to understand your needs—age, height, temperament, training, budget, and your riding ability—Courtney and her Irish partners curate a selection of potential matches. Videos show everything from being groomed and loaded into a trailer to being ridden, ensuring that no stone is left unturned. Additional vet evaluations are conducted, and once the perfect match is found, Courtney coordinates the shipping and quarantine process.

Buying Stateside: For those who prefer a hands-on, closer-to-home trial, Courtney also offers horses that have arrived stateside. Courtney likens this option to buying retail rather than wholesale. By the time a horse gets to the U.S., there’s more investment involved on her end as she’s not just covering the upfront costs of purchase, shipping, and care but also accounting for the risk she assumes as the agent. That added responsibility translates to a higher price tag for buyers, but it comes with peace of mind – you’ll know exactly what you’re getting.

Courtney Cooper and Excel Star at Bromont CCI. Photo by Cealy Tetley.

The Process Simplified

No matter the path, Courtney’s streamlined process takes the guesswork—and stress—out of importing. Her Irish partners do the groundwork, vetting horses for temperament, trainability, and quality. Horses are pre-screened with European-standard X-rays, and additional American-standard imaging is conducted before purchase.

Shipping logistics, including bloodwork, quarantine, and transportation, are coordinated by Courtney’s team. A WhatsApp group provides real-time updates, photos, and videos as the horse travels across Europe and over the Atlantic. “We make it easy and transparent,” she says.

Excel Star Can’t Touch This (aka Cactus) arrives at his new home with Shannon Miller. Photo courtesy of Courtney Cooper.

Why Work with an Agent?

One of the biggest advantages of working with Courtney is her commitment to long-term client relationships. If a horse isn’t the right fit, she’ll help facilitate a swap or resale. “It’s about building trust and making sure my clients are happy,” she says.

Yes, the process can feel intimidating—especially buying sight unseen. “It’s scary for us too,” Courtney admits. “That’s why we’ve built a system to minimize risk and make it as seamless as possible.” Her commitment doesn’t end with the sale. Courtney takes real pride in her matchmaking, offering ongoing communication and support to ensure that both horse and rider thrive.

Kelly Glaser Beaver with Excel Star Pluto and Kathleen Bertuna with Excel Star Harry celebrate after both jumping double clear in showing jumping to finish as Champion and Reserve Champion in the Bates USEA Preliminary Amateur Championship at the USEA American Eventing Championships 2023. Photo courtesy of Courtney Cooper.

A Dream Within Reach

Importing a horse might sound daunting, but with the right guide, it’s entirely achievable—and often more efficient and cost-effective than you’d think. Courtney points out that the dollar is currently strong, and Dublin remains one of the most affordable entry points in the EU. For instance, a round-trip flight out of Atlanta in early December costs around $830—a small investment compared to the value of finding your ideal partner.

The process begins with a conversation. “Pick up the phone and call me,” Courtney says. “We’ll talk about your ‘heart horse’ and I’ll let you know if I can help. From there, we’ll figure out the best path forward.”

Finding and consistently representing quality horses is no easy task, but for Courtney, it’s about more than sales—it’s about building relationships and creating happy matches. “I want people to look back and say, ‘This was the best decision I ever made.’”

Click here to learn more about Excel Star Sporthorses, and find more horses for sale at the new and improved Sport Horse Nation!

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 9 (Nearly) Black Horses for Sale for Black Friday

By Leslie Wylie on Nov 29, 2024 9:30 am -

Maybe it’s emotional residue from one too many The Black Stallion viewings as a kid, but there’s just something about seeing an event horse the color of polished onyx that makes my heart skip a beat. And when their performance matches their tall, dark and handsome good looks … swoon.

For your Black Friday shopping pleasure, we’ve compiled this roundup of black (or nearly so) event horses for sale on Sport Horse Nation.

Prynce Rubin PVF: has beauty AND brains

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.2
Breed: KWPN
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Middleburg, VA, USA
“Rubin is a favorite in our barn, beloved by our barn manager for his incredibly sweet disposition and lovely temperament. This young horse boasts beautiful gaits that make him an excellent prospect for straight dressage. However, Rubin’s versatility and athleticism suggest that he could excel in any discipline his new rider chooses. Whether it’s dressage, jumping, or eventing, Rubin is ready to take on the challenge and shine wherever he goes. Rubin’s pedigree is impressive, with Rubinero as his sire and Willow SWF as his dam, combining the best of Wolkentanz and Idocus lines. This exceptional lineage promises both talent and quality, ensuring that Rubin has the potential to be a top performer.” Learn more…

Top Class Event Prospect

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.3hh
Breed: Sport Horse gelding sired by Herald III out of a Soprano mare
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Unionville, PA, USA
“Mystic Marvel is a stunning black gelding standing 16.3hh. Marvel is a 4 yr old sport horse gelding sired by Herald 111 out of a Soprano mare. He has an incredible talent with quality to win on the international stage. Marvel is a complete package with super movement, jump and trainable character.” Read more…

Flashy TB with Loads of Scope

Year Born: 2017
Height: 16.0
Breed: TB
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Hoffman, NC, USA
“Nicely put together TB by Treasure Beach. ‘Henry’ has competed thru first level dressage, beginner novice eventing and .95m jumpers. Schooling 2nd level movements, novice eventing and up to 3’6 at home. Henry could move up the levels in any discipline. He has been out to many schooling and rated shows. Hacks out alone or with company. Henry would best suited for a confident AA or YR. Easy to clip, bathe, shoe.” Read more…

Very athletic unraced TB; ideal for pro on a budget or experienced rider

Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Ascot Corner, QC, Canada
“Louis Song is probably one of the most beautiful and athletic Thoroughbreds out there. He is 2014, 16h2, by Bellamy Road out of Song Cat by Unbridleds Song. He is unraced and started later in life in an eventing program (through no fault of his own). Louis is an impressive mover and very scopey jumper. With all that talent, he requires an experienced rider. He is sensitive and a bit quirky. Needs to be in a regular program. I can see this horse putting a young professional on the map or suiting a talented rider wanting to outshine all the warmbloods, on a TB budget. Sound, up to date on everything, no vices.” Learn more…

Talented 2020 Thoroughbred Prospect

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.0
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Purcellville, VA, USA
“TRAVELER – Dark brown/black 2020 Kentucky-bred Thoroughbred gelding by Klimt, around 16 hands. His JC name is Klimt O’Matic, and he had just 3 starts on the track. This classy young horse has been brought along slowly and quietly. He is green but well started, having good flatwork basics, and is starting over small fences. He moves well and is a willing jumper. Traveler is a nice project horse with good potential for eventing or the show ring.” Learn more…

Tugce is a stunning 12yo German Sport Horse that has top placings through to the 4* level

Year Born: 2012
Height: 16.1
Breed: German Sport Horse
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Advanced
Location: Cannington, ON
“Tugce is a stunning 12yo German Sport Horse that has top placings through to the 4* level. She has also successfully show jumped through to 1.35m. Tugce has been ridden by a professional, young rider and adult amateur. She would be an ideal candidate for a young rider or adult amateur looking to win! Tugce is extremely well schooled on the flat and over fences and is competitive in all phases. She has three beautiful gates and an impressive gallop.” Learn more…

Morning Artie

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16.3
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Palmetto, GA, USA
“Meet “Morty,” a 2019 Thoroughbred gelding standing at 16.3 hands. Morty had a brief racing career, starting seven times before retiring sound in 2023. Since then, he’s had downtime and has been gradually restarted by an Adult Amateur over the past year. Morty is a tall, leggy type with a strong hind end, making him ideal for a confident rider who can channel his power effectively. He thrives in a home with consistent work, ideally 5 days a week, and plenty of turnout. Morty has a great canter and his trot is going to be really nice the strong her gets, he has a flashy presence that will get you noticed in the ring! Recently, he began schooling cross-country and was straightforward with logs, banks, and ditches. No maintenance and is currently just wearing front shoes. Morty loves to work and is ready for a new partner to continue his journey!” Learn more…

Flashy Fun Young Horse

Year Born: 2019
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Lovettsville, VA, USA
“Baby Balou is a five year old gelding by Balou du Rouet. Balou would be an excellent horse for most riders. He carries a lovely rhythm to the jumps, flashy mover and easy in the contact.” Learn more…

Elegant, Classy, OTTB Mare

Year Born: 2020
Height: 16.0
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Barnwell, South Carolina, USA
“Dirty Diana (JC Baseball Pegge by Sharp Azteca), 2020 OTTB, 16 hands, black bay mare, lightly raced only 4 times and was retired because she didn have enough speed. If Diana was a person, she would be a Victorias Secret model. She is the most beautiful, feminine mare, with three lovely gaits, a wonderful work ethic, a very forward thinking way of going, and does not have to be nagged to stay in front of the leg. She has been in a solid program since coming off the track early last winter, and has been brought along slowly and correctly, with no bullying, over-facing, or gadgets.”Learn more …

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 8 Teflon-Coated Connemaras

By Leslie Wylie on Nov 22, 2024 2:09 pm -

As tough as they are brave and compact, Connemaras are the ultimate amateur-friendly eventing partner. Fun fact: They are Ireland’s only native breed, hailing from the region of Western Ireland known as Connemara.

According to the American Connemara Pony Society: “Legend has it that when the Spanish Armada sank off the Connemara coast in the 16th Century, the horses swam to shore and bred with the native ponies running wild in the mountains. They learned to live on the tough vegetation and survive the hardships of their habitat, as a misplaced step could send a pony crashing to its death.”

So, the modern cross country course? NBD.

Here are eight we spotted on Sport Horse Nation, hailing from coast to coast stateside and beyond!

Connemara Training Packer

Adjectives: Confidence, Packer, Uncomplicated
Year Born: 2016
Height: 15.2
Breed: Connemara
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Aiken, SC, USA

SLINGER – Stunning Pinto Connemara X Warmblood

Year Born: 2022
Height: 15.2
Breed: Connemara x Warmblood
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Ocala, FL, USA

PS Court Favor (Finley) Homebred Connemara X

Year Born: 2021
Height: 15.1
Breed: Connemara x TB
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Prospect
Location: Ocala, FL, USA

Young Connemara cross rides like a big horse with big goals

Adjectives: Amateur-friendly, Comfortable, Fun!
Year Born: 2018
Height: 15.1
Breed: Connemara X Trakehner
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Dixon, CA, USA

AA/Junior UNICORN ALERT

Adjectives: Safe, Fun, Unicorn
Year Born: 2019
Height: 16
Breed: Connemara x Thoroughred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Vashon, WA, USA

COULEE: 6 yr old Connemara/TB Gelding

Year Born: 2018
Height: 15.3
Breed: Connemara, Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Missoula, MT, USA

Top Class Connemara Gelding

Adjectives: Talented, Fun, Brave
Year Born: 2016
Height: 15.2
Breed: Connemara
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Co. Carlow, Ireland

Daddy’s Girl Go Bragh – Fun Eventing Mare!

Year Born: 2018
Height: 15.3
Breed: Connemara, Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Training
Location: Hanover, PA, USA

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 4 Self-Professed Real-Life ‘Unicorns’

By Leslie Wylie on Nov 16, 2024 10:00 am -

What do we mean when we declare a horse to be a “unicorn”? It’s a big statement, with no visible horn to back up one’s claim, but you know it when you meet it — that mythical, mystical creature that’s basically perfect in every way: can-do attitude, easy rideability, probably a few blue ribbons on the stall door, and an uninterrupted prosperity of soundness and health.

They are few and far between — this video explains their scarceness — but we found at least four recently listed on Sport Horse Nation:

Amateur and kid friendly unicorn for sale

Year Born: 2019
Height: 17.2
Breed: AES
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Training
“Esther is the perfect amateur and kid friendly horse. She has competed easily through Training level eventing. Currently she is schooling 1.15m show jumping, Prelim cross country questions and very easily First Level dressage. Don’t let her age scare you off; she is kind and gentle and easy to ride and work around. Loads, clips trail rides alone or with others and has no vices. A super quality horse with the best personality and in your pocket attitude. The best possible home is a must for me!” Read more…

AA/Junior UNICORN ALERT

Year Born: 2019
Height: 16
Breed: Connemara x Thoroughred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
“Imported Connemara x TB, worth his weight in gold. By Moonlight’s Silver Shadow out of a Presenting mare – super breeding! Winner at Novice, top 10 at 2024 Championships, ready for Training. Has done Training schooling Derby rounds. He would also happily transition to HJ land. Sweetest, kindest, steadiest temperament with a fun personality. Point-and-shoot jumper.” Read more…

I’m No Sleepy Joe – A Real Life Eventing Unicorn!

Year Born: 2020
Height: 15.2
Breed: Thoroughbred
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
“Anyone looking for a unicorn in a smaller package? One with recognized mileage? An easy up and coming star event horse? One that is literally perfect in the barn in every way? Then, you need to meet our newest sales star! Fondly called Joey in the barn, this Canadian-bred TB gelding may actually be a real life unicorn. An event horse in training, Joey has recognized mileage at Starter and is getting ready to take on his first recognized event at Beginner Novice. His second cross country school was competing at his first recognized event! His third cross country school was competing at his second recognized event! And he is fancy in the dressage court, last time out throwing down a 28.0 (72%) in a field full of seasoned horses and warmbloods. He has event taught some lessons and has given a few pony rides. Literally perfect in barn. No maintenance. No vices. Just two shoes. If you are looking for a smaller unicorn, Joey is it and we don’t expect to have him long!” Read more…

FOR SALE: NOVICE OR DRESSAGE UNICORN

Year Born: 2016
Height: 17.2
Breed: Irish Draught
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
“CMF Diamond Trinity, ‘Tiernan,’ is an 8 y/o, 17.2hh registered class 1 Irish draught gelding by KEC Double Diamond. Tiernan has taken his young rider from my second horse trial ever to Training level with lots of accolades in between over the 5 years he’s been with us, including AECs and Area Championships. Although he has Training miles, he is much better suited to be a Novice and below super star OR continue with his dressage education … This guy has the biggest personality in the barn and is always a pleasure to be around. He is happy to work 6 days a week or have a month off, he comes out of the stall the same. He’s the perfect family friendly horse, taking my dad for his first ride and even carting around my little cousins … Can trail ride in a group or alone, has never taken a lame step in his life.” Read more…

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 6 Working Student and Professional Opportunities

By Leslie Wylie on Nov 9, 2024 10:00 am -

The 9-to-5 office grind can feel like torture for people who dream of spending all day every day at the barn. From working student experiences to professional opportunities, there ARE ways to put your passion to work in the equestrian industry — it’s just a matter of finding the right fit.

Here are six positions that recently popped up on Sport Horse Nation.

ISO Assistant Groom for 5* Rider

Sharon White 5* International event rider in Washington DC area seeks qualified assistant groom to help our current team! Ideal candidate has excellent references & a commitment to excellence in horsemanship. Must be capable of working in a busy training barn with frequent travel to horse shows. Ability to drive a truck and trailer a plus. Independent, mature, energetic, pleasant personality preferred. Responsibilities include attention to detail, ability to multi task, preparing horses for competition and sales,and all basic horse care. Ability to work alone and/or as a team member is essential. Read more…

ISO Working Student in Ocala FL this winter

Who wants a job where you get paid to take your own horse to Ocala for the winter? Skip the snow and spend the winter riding cute horses in the sunshine! Looking for a fun, upbeat person to join our team for the winter in Ocala FL! What we need: A positive upbeat attitude, attention to detail, love of horses, good work ethic, and a willingness to learn. Bonus if you’re a confident rider comfortable jumping beginner novice and novice fences, as we have a slew of very cool horses to ride! Read more…

Working Student/Team Member

Allison Springer Eventing is in search to add an additional member to this high performance program! ASE is looking for a hard working dedicated individual to help the team full time. Our program provides opportunities for learning and growth if you are looking to forward your education on grooming, horsemanship skills, welfare and care of horses, sustaining a high-performance business, maintaining a full operational farm, trailer driving skills, and all the fundamentals of eventing … We are based in Boyce, VA from April – December and Aiken, SC from January – March. Read more…

Competition Groom at Upper Level Eventing Barn!

Plain Dealing Farm Eventing is looking for a hard working motivated individual to join our team! We’re a small, tight-knit eventing barn located in Scottsville, Virginia with two international level event riders. The right candidate should have solid knowledge of all aspects of horse care including grooming and tacking. Attention to detail is necessary as our horses are our top priority. Applicant must be capable of working in a busy training barn with frequent travel to horse shows and ability to work on weekends. Applicant must have a valid drivers license and have experience driving a truck and trailer. Prior grooming experience is preferred, but we will consider a less experienced individual with a passion for horses looking to make this their career. Pay level dependent on experience, but compensation includes weekly salary, housing, and board for one horse. Read more…

Working Student Position at Windchase Eventing

Come join the Windchase Team!Windchase Eventing has working student positions throughout the year. Train in Virginia with Phyllis Dawson, Olympian and Level V ICP certified instructor. We are looking for a long-term working student at Windchase. Receive daily lessons, full board for your horse, experience riding multiple horses, housing, and shipping to competitions, a package with a value of over $4000 per month – in return for barn work and horse care. You will be part of a top quality eventing stable, train with an Olympic rider, and learning how to run a successful business. Plenty of riding opportunities and daily instruction, and top class facilities. Plus, we have a lot of fun! Read more…

Rider/Trainer/Instructor position available at Windchase Eventing

Windchase Eventing will have an opening for a Rider/Trainer/Instructor starting in early 2025. Windchase is a top class Eventing boarding and training facility in northern Virginia owned by Olympian Phyllis Dawson. We are looking for an experienced and motivated person who is interested in a long-term position. The position entails riding and schooling the sales horses and boarders’ horses, helping with teaching the working students and clients, and working alongside Phyllis (owner) and our current Stable Manager and Windchase Staff in the general running of the business. Read more…

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 5 Pony Powerhouses

By Leslie Wylie on Nov 7, 2024 9:30 am -

Have you checked out the new-and-improved Sport Horse Nation lately? EN’s longtime classifieds sister site recently received a big makeover and we’ve been pushing hard over the last month to recruit ALL the quality event horses in the land. Over 220 listings are now live … check it out today!

Why captain a pontoon boat when you can zip around on a jet ski? The five eventers we are featuring this week might be pint-sized but they’re packing maximum pony power!

Little Debbie: super eventing pony!

Year Born: 2016
Height: 14.1
Breed: Thoroughbred/Paint
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Dickerson, MD, USA
“Debbie is super athletic! She is a lovely mover and a bold, scopey jumper! Debbie is currently competing successfully at novice and moving up to training level this fall. She shows the scope and ability to move up the levels more! A great event/jumper for a junior or small adult to bring along!” Read more …

Honest and Forgiving! Build Confidence.

Year Born: 2016
Height: 14.2
Breed: Haflinger
Gender: Gelding
Eventing Competition Level: Novice (US)
Location: Alberta, Canada
“Solid in all 3 phases. Always in the ribbons if not winning, he will build confidence and look adorable while doing it! He is honest and can be ridden by a variety of riders from junior to AA. Very forgiving and can take a joke. UTD on all the things and currently goes bare foot and is a balanced ride on all types of footing. Other notables” baths, clips, self loads, good ground manners, great with ditches, water, banks! Hacks out alone great. Full set of clean x-rays also available. Never been lame.” Learn more…

Lily the Hippo

Year Born: 2018
Height: 14
Breed: Welsh cross
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
Location: Dickerson, MD, USA
“Meet Lily, a charming Welsh cross pony mare with all the makings of a fantastic partner! This lovely girl is a beautiful mover and a natural over fences, showing off her talent with each jump. Lily is progressing wonderfully in her training and is currently schooling Training level dressage, as well as Beginner Novice show jumping and cross country. With her eager attitude and potential, she would make an ideal partner for a junior or small adult looking to develop a talented pony from the ground up. Don’t miss out on this sweet, willing mare who’s ready to shine with the right rider by her side!” Read more …

Jelly Bean: Super Cute Pony

Year Born: 2020
Height: 14.1
Breed: Arabian
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Starter
- Location: Dickerson, MD, USA`
“Bean is a super cute pony! She is a flashy mover and scopey jumper! She’s still green, but very willing! Just starting to compete at elementary and schooling higher. She is forward thinking and needs a rider with some experience as still learning herself, but would be a great prospect for a junior or small adult to bring along! Shows lots of potential!” Read more …

Eventing Pony Extraordinaire

Year Born: 2019
Height: 14.1
Breed: Appaloosa
Gender: Mare
Eventing Competition Level: Beginner Novice
Location: Verona, KY, USA
“Absolutely incredible pony. So cute, brave, fun to ride, trustworthy. Super cute on the flat — won two horse trials at Starter last year. Cross-country machine, loves to jump, brave and fun to ride. Has also shown in the jumpers at the equestrian center. Very quiet for walk and trot, has more engine in canter so best for the second pony for a child. Also ideal for a petite adult. Very sound, lives barefoot. Very stout build, and is currently ridden by an adult amateur that is 5’6”.” Read more …

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 5 Ready-to-Go 4* Eventers

By Leslie Wylie on Nov 1, 2024 12:00 pm -

In the market for a new four-legged partner? You may find your unicorn on our (recently redesigned!) sister site, Sport Horse Nation. Each week we feature a few current listings for inspo. Check it out today!

You’ve got big dreams of jumping the big jumps, and now you need a set of wings to fly you there. The five horses we’re spotlighting this week all have extensive experience and top placings through the 4* level and they’re ready to share their wisdom.

Tugce is a stunning 12yo German Sport Horse that has top placings through to the 4* level

Name: Tugce
Year Born: 2012
Height: 16.1
Breed: German Sport Horse
Gender: Mare
Location: Cannington, ON, Canada
“Tugce has top placings through to the 4* level. She has also successfully show jumped through to 1.35m. Tugce has been ridden by a professional, young rider and adult amateur. She would be an ideal candidate for a young rider or adult amateur looking to win! Tugce is extremely well schooled on the flat and over fences and is competitive in all phases. She has three beautiful gates and an impressive gallop.” Read more …

Experienced Winning 4* Horse/Safe/YR and Amateur friendly

Name: FE Mississippi
Year Born: 2010
Height: 16.2
Breed: Wurettemburg
Gender: Mare
Location: Mooresville, NC, USA
FE Mississippi has traveled the world, with wins all the way up through the 4* level. She has represented Canada at both the Pan American Games and World Eventing Championships! Missi loves her job! She’s easy to ride, knows all the dressage tricks and has super changes. She knows her job xc, is always looking for the flags and is a lovely jumper. She is consistent and competitive. FE Mississippi also very commonly referred to as “Miss Perfect” is ready to share her knowledge and experience with someone coming up the levels (still very capable of competing up through 3*/4*). She is safe, polite and YR/Amateur friendly.” Read more …

4 Star Long / Advanced Gelding

Name: Slieve Callan Alpha (“Blizzard”)
Available for sale or syndication
Year Born: 2013
Height: 17.0
Breed: Irish Sport Horse
Gender: Gelding
Location: Clarksburg, Maryland, USA
“Blizzard has quickly risen through the levels since his arrival to the US in 2021. Advancing from preliminary to the 4*L level, no jump appears big enough for him. With 5* rider Ema Klugman in the stirrups, Blizzard is aiming for runs at the Kentucky and Maryland 5*s next year. At only 11 years old, Blizzard is of prime age to help someone tackle their first 2*, 3* or even 4*. He could also be a top candidate for the LA Olympics in 2028. He has many podium finishes from preliminary to advanced. Successfully completing Millbrook, Tryon, Stableview, Carolina, Maryland 3*L, Plantation, & Great Meadow to name a few. Rarely do horses of this level come to sale in the prime of their careers.” Read more …

Perfect 4*L partner for all – CONFIRMED

Name: Quiberon
Year Born: 2015
Height: 16.1
Breed: Oldenburg, Westphallen TB
Gender: Gelding
Location: Rougemont, NC, USA
Quiberon might be the most versatile horse today. He has successful competitive results through the International Hunter Derbies, CCI4* Eventing and the 1.35m jumpers. Read more …

Camarillo – 10yr Very Experienced 4*L, no maintenance ready to go!!

Name: Camarillo
Year Born: 2014
Height: 16.2
Breed: Oldenburg Tb cross
Gender: Gelding
Location: Rougemont, NC, USA
Camarillo is a 10 yr old gelding 16.2 with 3 4*L’s without hardly a blip in his record. Very brave, seen it all. Read more …

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