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Giving Tuesday News & Notes from Legends Horse Feeds

By on Dec 3, 2019 12:01 am -

After one of the year’s biggest weekend of spending, it’s once again Giving Tuesday where we have the opportunity to give our dollars a meaningful impact. Whether you choose to donate to an equine-based charity or not, find and organization or group that you can help out today with your money or your time.

National Holiday: Giving Tuesday

Events Opening This Week: Grand Oaks H.T., Stable View Aiken Opener H.T.,

Tuesday News:

If you can’t make it to the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, then don’t fret they’re live streaming the whole shebang. [USEA to Livestream the 2019 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention]

As of Sunday, Dec. 1 we are in a brand new competition year. That means some rules have changed. Here are the biggies across major disciplines. [What You Need To Know To Compete In 2020]

There’s nothing worse than trying to unfreeze your ice block hands after a hack. Horse & Hound has released their definitive guide on the best winter gloves to keep your hands warm and dry even on the chilliest days. [Best winter riding gloves 2019: Horse & Hound’s tester ranks his favourites]

Tuesday Video: 

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Lookin’ Fine, Aged Nine

By on Dec 1, 2019 9:00 am -

In the market for a new four-legged partner? You may find your unicorn on our sister site, Sport Horse Nation. To help with the search, we’re going to feature a selection of current listings here on EN. We include the ad copy provided; click the links for videos, pricing and contact information.

It’s hard to believe 2010 was nine whole years ago. In that time these five event horses have grown up, and now they’re all for sale on Sport Horse Nation. Read on to learn more about what they’ve got to offer.

Raising Cain. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Training Level Schoolmaster

RAISING CAIN (a.k.a. Prince) – Training level Schoolmaster. Dark brown/black imported 2010 Thoroughbred gelding, 15.3 hands. This attractive horse is purpose-bred for Eventing; he is by former YEH champion Orujo de la Galerna, and out of Secret Notion, an Advanced level NZ mare who represented Mexico in the Pan American Games. Prince has taken his young Canadian rider up through the levels, with this partnership winning at Training Level and completing their first Preliminary together. He is now ready to take his next rider on the same journey. Suitable for an amateur or junior.

Photos and video link: www.teamwindchase.com/Prince.htm
We also have many other excellent horses available, from green prospects to experienced Eventers. We can also help you sell your horse. Visit www.teamwindchase.com/forsale.htm for more info. Phyllis Dawson, Windchase, Hillsboro, VA E-mail: [email protected]. Phone: (540) 454-3834 cell, (540) 668-6024 stable, (540) 668-6548 home.

Rossini’s Concerto. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Rossini’s Concerto – Experienced training level gelding

Rossini’s Concerto, a 2010 bay 16.1hh OTTB gelding by Rossini out of Key Approval. Ross is an honest and safe partner perfect for an AA or junior looking for a fun horse to gain mileage on. He is a brave and careful jumper with no xc jump penalties on his record. Has successfully competed modified with a young rider and is ready to go prelim this winter. Ross has a super personality and loads, ties, clips, etc like a pro. Located in Florida.

Marco. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Classy horse for any discipline

MARCO – Bay 2010 imported Zangersheide gelding, by Catoki, out of Safira SZ. This beautiful horse is an excellent mover and a scopey talented jumper. He is very well-schooled and has a quiet temperament. Marco has been successful in the Show Hunter ring and at Novice Level Eventing, and he would excel as a Dressage horse or a Jumper. He is jumping 4 foot courses and schooling second level Dressage. He is also good on the trails, and just a really lovely horse to ride every day. He would suit a rider who wants a horse that can excel in the dressage ring, jump a big show jumping course, and go Eventing. Priced in lower-mid five figures.
We also have many other excellent horses available, from green prospects to experienced Eventers. We can also help you sell your horse. Visit www.teamwindchase.com/forsale.htm for more info. Phyllis Dawson, Windchase, Hillsboro, VA E-mail: [email protected]. Phone: (540) 454-3834 cell, (540) 668-6024 stable, (540) 668-6548 home.

Cabriolet. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Adult Amateur’s Dream Horse!

Looking for your next show partner? Meet Cabriolet, aka Audi! This 9 year old 16.2hh OTTB mare has extensive show experience at the Novice and BN levels and is looking for her new home. Safe and trustworthy. Has schooled many training and prelim level questions with ease. Audi has a great jump that builds rider confidence, quality gaits and automatic changes. Suitable for an amateur in a program and nice enough for a professional to finish off. Would also excel in the jumper or dressage rings. She is brave to the fences and jumps in a snaffle for both xc and sj! Not mareish, kind and eager to work. Come see her before she’s snapped up! Price is negotiable, suitable home a must. Located in North Carolina.

One Plan. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

One Plan – Preliminary Winner

‘Russell’ is a beautiful 2010 grey Irish Sport Horse gelding standing at 16.3hh. Just coming back from winning the Preliminary at VAHT. Russell is a very honest horse with the talent to win. Stunning mover and amazing canter. This guy has it all. He can win the dressage and jump double clear. A hard to find quality for an event horse to have this talent in all phases. Located in Pennsylvania.

Listings included in this article are randomly selected and confirmed to be current and active before inclusion. Sport Horse Nation features user-generated content and therefore cannot verify or make any warranty as to the validity or reliability of information.

Sunday Links from One K Helmets

By on Dec 1, 2019 12:01 am -

Beautiful Pine Top Farm. Photo by Kelsey Briggs.

This weekend is pretty quiet on the eventing front, but it plays host to one of my all time favorite horse shows: Pine Top’s Thanksgiving H.T. It’s already a venue that feels like home, and finishing a holiday weekend with horses and good friends always feels so right. Best of luck to all those competing this weekend!

National Holiday: National Pie Day

U.S. Weekend Action:

Pine Top Thanksgiving H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Sunday Links:

2019 USEA Area Championships Round-Up

From The Magazine: A Tale Of Two Tails

How To Cook Thanksgiving Dinner Without Missing The Thanksgiving Hunt

At a Crossroads: Four Riders on Deciding Their Futures in the Sport

Hot on Horse Nation: Top 10 Things for Which Equestrians Should Be Thankful

Sunday Video: 

#EventerProblems Vol. 204, Presented by Haygain: When Things Go Pear-Shaped

By on Nov 30, 2019 9:00 am -

Professionals, they’re just like us! As evidenced by Elisa Wallace’s recent helmet cam when Munson Slew tried his darnedest to impaled himself on the course roping at Ocala Jockey Club.

Sometimes no matter how hard we try, things go pear-shaped. According to the latest batch of #EventerProblems you know exactly what we mean:

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We are committed to improving equine health through scientific research, product innovation and consumer education in respiratory and digestive health. Developed by riders, for riders, we understand the importance of clean forage and a healthy stable environment in maintaining the overall well-being of the horse.

Our Haygain hay steamers are recommended by the world’s leading riders, trainers and equine vets and ComfortStall® Sealed Orthopedic Flooring System is used and recommended by leading Veterinary Hospitals, including Cornell University.

Tuesday Video from Flexible Fit Equestrian: More Madden Methods

By on Nov 26, 2019 5:30 pm -

Beezie Madden’s barn is a well oiled machine, run with a pinpoint attention to detail, as evidenced by their wildly popular video on their stall cleaning method. Since then, they’ve been sharing even more “Madden Methods” that you can implement in your own program. From putting your hair in your helmet to tightening your girth, here’s how Beezie would do it:

Want even more Madden Method videos? Check out the main YouTube page for many more helpful tips!

Flexible Fit Equestrian: Redefining Comfort & Quality at an Affordable Price. Learn more at www.ffequestrian.com.au.

A Grand Old Time at Grand Oaks H.T.

By on Nov 26, 2019 1:00 pm -

Grand Oaks Horse Trials in Lady Lake, Florida upped the ante last week by offering $5,000 in cash prizes for their autumn event. Kudos must be given to  Event Logistics Manager Katie Wentz as well as Nupafeed USA and Triple Crown Feed for giving this horse trial a “big show feel.”

EN’s fabulous friend Lisa Madren was onsite over the weekend with her camera in hand, and she shares the highlights and top finishers in this photo gallery:

Grand Oaks H.T. [Website] [Final Scores]

 

Tuesday News & Notes from Legends Horse Feeds

By on Nov 26, 2019 12:01 am -

Lainey Ashker and Calling All Comets. Photo by Leslie Threlkeld.

It’s not Monday anymore, but this gem of Monday Motivation is too good not to shout from the rooftops. Lainey Ashker shared her thoughts on her Facebook Page yesterday reminding us all that we’re in a game of inches.

“‘What if I’m not good enough?’ is a question I often ask myself. What if I’ve spent my whole life reaching and clawing at something that somehow will elude me at the end of the day? It’s easy to feel that sense of worthlessness because if my life hasn’t achieved EVERYTHING by now then I’ve obviously achieved NOTHING. Does this ring a bell?!

“First of all, SLOW YOUR ROLL. Rome wasn’t built in a day so why should you think that your quasi-Olympic talent will place you on a team within four years? And if someone you know performs [20 meter]circles around you and achieves YOUR goals in an eighth of the time well instead of finding excuses for why this person is so privileged GO AND STUDY him/her. Ask the right questions. Hell, applaud he/she for her efforts in achieving something you still only dream of doing!

“You see, you and I we aren’t the best in our game. We don’t ooze talent nor does it come easy to us like a ‘genius.’ WE AREN’T THE OBVIOUS CHOICES FOR SUPERSTARDOM. But you know what we do have? Humility. Knowing that we may have to work, study, practice, focus harder than the other guy and WE👏🏽WILL👏🏽NOT👏🏽BE👏🏽SWAYED👏🏽. We will never take our eyes off the prize because if we did THEN THAT WOULD MEAN OUR LIFE HAS GONE TO WASTE. Remember, it’s OKAY to not be the obvious best in whatever it is that you pursue. After all it wasn’t the hare who won the race now was it?”

National Holiday: National Cake Day

Events Opening This Week: Horse Trials at Majestic Oaks

Tuesday News:

Nominations are now open for the 2019 Event Riders Association of North America (ERA of NA) Year End Awards. Nominate outstanding individuals for the Liz Cochran Memorial Groom’s Award, As You Like It Owner’s Award, Seema Sonnad Above & Beyond Event Personnel Award and Amateur Impact Award through December 6, 2019. Please send a detailed submission, including examples, regarding why an individual should receive an award to Helen Murray at [email protected].

The horse Internet hive mind has been abuzz this week with the news of George Morris’ permanent ban being upheld with many raising questions of Jonathan Soresi’s status within SafeSport. Jonathan, who came forward as one of Morris’ victims, was listed as permanently ineligible earlier this year before the decision was appealed and he was reinstated. The Chronicle has the story. [The Jonathan Soresi SafeSport Suspension And Reinstatement, Explained]

Rest in Peace to one of eventing’s legends, Michaelmas. [‘He looked well till the end’: farewell to championship eventer]

Sunday Video: 

#EventerProblems Vol. 203, Presented by Haygain: The Letter M

By on Nov 24, 2019 9:00 am -

Beware the letter M. M as in monster, M as in mud, M as in madness… M as in MARE! Not to fear, it’s just a roundup of your latest batch of #EventerProblems. Enjoy!

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Probably one of my best jumpy lessons ever. Wally jumped his little socks off and I think we’re finally starting to ‘get it’ 🤩. Can’t help but wonder if the EqueFocus from @koekibar_2018 has helped even though I’ve only been taking it for a week or so now. I was definitely much calmer, more focused and had so much fun!! Will see if it stays this way over the next few weeks 😉 . . . . . . #gifted #showjumper #training #eventer #eventerinthemaking #eventersofinstagram #eventersdoitbetter #eventerproblems #irishdraught #fedontopspec #irishthoroughbred #bay #baygelding #thebestbay #baybaycakes #scottishlife #countrylife #countryblogger #countrylifestyle #horsesofinstagram #showjumping

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Haygain is a science driven company with the horse’s health as the primary focus.

We are committed to improving equine health through scientific research, product innovation and consumer education in respiratory and digestive health. Developed by riders, for riders, we understand the importance of clean forage and a healthy stable environment in maintaining the overall well-being of the horse.

Our Haygain hay steamers are recommended by the world’s leading riders, trainers and equine vets and ComfortStall® Sealed Orthopedic Flooring System is used and recommended by leading Veterinary Hospitals, including Cornell University.

Sunday Links from One K Helmets

By on Nov 24, 2019 12:01 am -

USEA CEO Rob Burk, a frequent eventing volunteer himself, stops to thank jump judges at the 2017 AEC in Tryon. Photo by Leslie Wylie.

This year 3,046 volunteers clocked in an incredible 45,059 cumulative hours giving back to our sport. That’s an increase of over 14,500 hours and 800 volunteers since last year. There is no doubt that this sport wouldn’t exist without their efforts. From the EN team, thank you sincerely!

[The 2019 Report: VIP by the Numbers]

National Holiday: National Sardines Day

U.S. Weekend Action:

Grand Oaks H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Southern Arizona H.T. [Website]  [Entry Status/Ride Times/Live Scores]

Sunday Links: 

The 2019 Report: VIP by the Numbers

Top Five History Sessions at the 2019 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

At A Crossroads: Four Riders On Deciding Their Futures In The Sport

Five Steps To Conquering Fear In The Saddle (And A Bonus Daily Exercise)

Jonathan Soresi Responds To George Morris SafeSport Decision

Must Read on Horse Nation: Winter Is Nearly Here: Is Your Trailer Ready?

No Stirrups, No Problem: Five Rides To Remember

Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: 5 Winter Projects

By on Nov 23, 2019 12:00 pm -

In the market for a new four-legged partner? You may find your unicorn on our sister site, Sport Horse Nation. To help with the search, we’re going to feature a selection of current listings here on EN. We include the ad copy provided; click the links for videos, pricing and contact information.

When the competition season slows down, that means you have plenty of time to delve into a new project. Here are five young up-and-coming horses for sale on Sport Horse Nation that you could have some fun with this winter:

Christoph. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Imported Oldenburg With Upper Level Potential

This talented young horse successfully started his career with a run at Novice at Galway Downs in April. After winning a competitive Novice division at Spokane Horse Trials in May, he moved up to Training in June and finished eighth in Open Training at Rebecca Farm. He’s ready for Prelim and has the scope, talent, and temperament for much more!

With a great jump and three solid attractive gaits, this clever boy is suited for a variety of riders: Pro, AA or YR in a program.

Christoph is a 2014 16 hand bright bay gelding with a nice temperament and no vices. He has very clean x-rays and a great vet report from 7/2018. Very sound and easy to keep. Christoph schools cross country with no issues. He is all business in a show environment, but laid back at home. He can be ridden bareback all over the farm, into the creek, and can be ridden and jumped in the snow! Located in Washington state.

Mariah GS. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Beautiful, rideable, brave mare with lovely jump and movement and clean x-rays!

Mariah GS is a beautiful 6 year old mare. She has lovely floaty movement, she is a very good jumper with beautiful form over fences, she is very brave cross country and she has a great temperament. She could honestly go in any direction! She has evented up to training level with Olympian and Pan Am medalist Jessica Phoenix and is currently in training with Jessica. She is very well schooled on the flat and is quiet with a great jumping technique. Her sire, Hope of Heaven, competed in Germany in the 1.30m and 1.35m as a 5 and 6 year old and qualified for the Bundeschampionat before coming to Canada (he is an Abdullah grandson), and her dams sire, Adrian, was an Open Jumper and competed under the 1976 individual Olympic silver medalist, Michel Vaillancourt.

One of Mariah’s half sisters, Blyth’s Madeline GS, competed up to 2* level (old 1*) and then competed up to preliminary with a young rider and won AEC’s Novice Amateur division this past year. Another one of Mariah’s half brothers, Marco Polo GS, is currently successfully competing at Prix St George level dressage with an amateur.

Mariah spent last winter season in Ocala, FL. She has been to shows and off property schooling numerous times and has been to HITS Ocala. She will be going back to Ocala this January if she does not sell before then. Mariah has a clean bill of health and clean x-rays on file. She trailers, ties, ties to a trailer, bathes, clips, and hacks. Mariah would be greatly suited for someone looking for a lovely prospect to bring up the levels or for an amateur or kid looking for a super nice super sweet horse with lots of potential!
Text or email Jessica or Caroline for more info! Located in Ontario.

Stromin Cowboy. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

6 year old, 15.3hh, bay OTTB Gelding for sale

Stromin Cowboy (Monte). Lovely restarted 6 year old, 15.3hh, bay OTTB Gelding for sale. Monte has wonderful ground manners and is uncomplicated under saddle. Monte is simple to ride on the flat with three lovely gaits. He is started over fences and is a brave and careful jumper. Monte is smart and learns quickly, he only gets better with every ride. He would be perfect for a young rider or adult amateur to bring along up the levels. Monte has a wonderful temperament and is sound with recent x-rays available on request. He is not one to be passed up as he is going to make someone a great horse. Monte is currently located in Southern Pines, NC. Very reasonably priced but will increase with training.

Storybook Love. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Flashy 8 yo 16.2H Dutch Warmblood Gelding

Storybook Love “Olly” is a 16.2h 8 year old Dutch warmblood gelding. This horse is all flash! Beautiful, talented, and brave. He was purchased by an amateur from his breeder in Canada earlier this year. He has miles as a jumper in Canada, and since then has hunter paced, XC schooled extensively, and been on hunt trail rides in Middleburg. Olly has the movement and jump to go to the top levels in any discipline. Priced at 25k. Email [email protected]. Located in Pennsylvania.

Looking Good FLF. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Lovely Dressage horse ready to Event!

Looking Good FLF is a 6 year old 16.1 hand American Warmblood gelding. He has shown USDF recognized First level with scores as high as 68%. Lots of unrecognized horse show experience, LG is a perfect gentlemen to trailer/braid/ etc and is sound barefoot. He has been XC schooling several times, and is fine with drops/ditches/water. Jumping bigger every week, LG is ready to go eventing. He hacks alone or in company. Would be well suited to an ambitious amateur or teen looking to have fun and come home in the ribbons. Located in Maryland.

Listings included in this article are randomly selected and confirmed to be current and active before inclusion. Sport Horse Nation features user-generated content and therefore cannot verify or make any warranty as to the validity or reliability of information.

Tuesday Video from Flexible Fit Equestrian: All the Action From Adelaide

By on Nov 19, 2019 5:00 pm -

Want to catch up on the five-star down under, but you’ve only got 4 minutes? Then you’re in luck. Here’s video highlights from each and every phase, and be sure to read our recap here:

Dressage Highlights Aus3de 2019

Highlights of the Mitsubishi Motors Australia CCI5* on Pryde's EasiFeed Dressage Day at the 2019 Australian International 3 Day Event#MMAus3de #eventing #dressage

Posted by Australian International 3 Day Event on Sunday, November 17, 2019

What an incredible day! 🎥 credit This Esme #mmaus3de #crosscountry #adelaide

Posted by Australian International 3 Day Event on Saturday, November 16, 2019

Thats a wrap. Highlights of our final day of action, what a day of jumping. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the athletes over the last 3 days. 🎥 by @this_esme #mmaus3de #adelaide #eventing

Posted by Australian International 3 Day Event on Sunday, November 17, 2019

Congrats, Hazel Shannon and Willingapark Clifford! Go Eventing.

Flexible Fit Equestrian: Redefining Comfort & Quality at an Affordable Price. Learn more at www.ffequestrian.com.au

Tuesday News & Notes from Legends Horse Feeds

By on Nov 19, 2019 12:01 am -

Sara Kozumplik Murphy and Rubens D’Ysieux. Photo by Shannon Brinkman.

Sara Kozumplik Murphy and Rubens D’Ysieux earned the Adversity Award this weekend at the Ocala Jockey Club Three-Day Event. This weekend they completed their first four-star back since Sara’s broken neck and back and since Rubens underwent colic surgery. A well deserved recognition for these two. Congratulations on a successful weekend.

National Holiday: National Play Monopoly Day

Events Closing This Week: Sporting Days Farm Horse Trials IV

Tuesday News: 

A major surgery, the flu and a confidence knocking fall were not enough to keep Letha Calvin from qualifying and competing at the 2019 USEA American Eventing Championships. She recounts her story. [Now On Course: Every Ride is Part of a Journey]

Earlier this month and independent arbitration was held regarding George Morris’ lifetime ban U.S. Equestrian Federation for alleged sexual misconduct with a minor. Results of the arbitration have not been released, and both SafeSport and George Morris declined to comment. [George Morris’ SafeSport Arbitration Held In New York]

Hot on Horse Nation: #TBT: The Four Fs of Stress in Horses

Tuesday Video: Thank you David Frechette for the footage of our #OJC3DE CCI2*-L winners Will Coleman and Chin Tonic HS. Click here to watch even more on his YouTube channel. 

#OJC3DE Sunday Social Recap: We Are The Champions

By on Nov 17, 2019 5:01 pm -

That’s a wrap on another huge weekend in Eventing-not-so-sunny Florida. Today ribbons were happily earned at the Ocala Jockey Club Three-Day Event in a sweet finale. Congratulations to this weekends many top finishers. Let’s take a tour of the day’s events through your social media posts:

#OJC3DE: Website, Schedule, Entries,  Ride Times, Live Scores, Live Stream, EN’s Coverage, EN’s Twitter, EN’s Instagram

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The scoreboard doesn’t reflect it today, but I’m SO proud of both of these boys and their efforts on the XC at #ojc3de. Kilkenny Mile has grown up so much in the year that I’ve had him, and until today we haven’t had a XC jump penalty. Unfortunately I made a bad decision that resulted in an irritating and unnecessary 20. My error aside, he breezed around the course and made it feel ridiculously easy. #xcmachine Really not the end of the season that I was hoping for with Lismakeera Brewski in our CCI4*L debut, and I learned a hard lesson. He was absolutely FANTASTIC on course today, and we were having our best XC ride yet. Sadly I walked the wrong line all week and ended up jumping the wrong “B” element at fence 15, which resulted in a TE. I’m so unbelievably disappointed, as he was giving me a great feeling and I know he would have made easy work of the rest of the course. Luckily Carlo thinks he won, and that’s what’s important. ❤️

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Adelaide Royalty: Hazel Shannon & Willingapark Clifford Claim Record Third CCI5* Win

By on Nov 17, 2019 11:32 am -

Hazel Shannon and Willingapark Clifford. Photo courtesy of the Australian Equestrian Team.

It’s official: Hazel Shannon and Willingapark Clifford are the first combination to earn three CCI5* wins at the Australian International Three-Day Event. Their achievement permits their entry into an elite five-member club of horses who are triple winners at the same venue, a club that includes the likes of Avebury and Winsome Adante.

A scattering of rails through the division muddled the standings considerably, all while giving Hazel three poles worth of breathing room with Terrance Snow’s 14-year-old Thoroughbred. She ultimately used eight penalties worth of that with two rails failing, but still secured in her win on 38.7 penalties.

“Us competitors are always striving to be better, I would have like to have had a clear round today but that didn’t happen so I will be going home to work on that next. So much work has gone into this for years, so it is nice for it to pay off,” Hazel said, admitting that she was shocked to have won.

Stuart Tinney and Leporis. Photo courtesy of the Australian Equestrian Team.

A one pole round moved Stuart Tinney from fourth to first with five-star first-timer Leporis, an 8-year-old Holsteiner (Lasino x Miss Danny, by Heraldik) owned by Stuart and Karen Tinney, on a score of 45.9.

“He is just such a sweet personality, it was tough for him all week but he knuckled in and gave me his all and he is a super horse,” he said.

Lauren Browne and Sky’s Da Limit. Photo courtesy of the Australian Equestrian Team.

Hailing from Western Australia, Lauren Browne and her own Sky’s Da Limit 12-year-old Thoroughbred (Hurricane Sky x Our Cutey, by Carry A Smile) saw two fences fall with an additional 0.4 time penalties for a final result of 47.4 to finish in third place.

Amanda Pottinger and Just Kidding dropped from second to fourth with three rails down for a score of 48.1. Hamish Cargill earned third aboard Legolas KPH on a result of 54.9.

Thats a wrap. Highlights of our final day of action, what a day of jumping. Thank you to everyone who came out to support the athletes over the last 3 days. 🎥 by @this_esme #mmaus3de #adelaide #eventing

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#EventerProblems Vol. 202, Presented by Haygain: Hot Mess Express

By on Nov 17, 2019 7:35 am -

“Sometimes an angel earns her wings, and sometimes a mare earns her draw reins.” – An old Irish proverb, probably.

There’s regular #EventerProblems and then there’s chestnut mare sized #EventerProblems. Enjoy your latest batch, and if you’re out and about at the Ocala Jockey Club today, go visit our Haygain friends in their vendor booth. They’ll have the live stream running all weekend!

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Haygain is a science driven company with the horse’s health as the primary focus.

We are committed to improving equine health through scientific research, product innovation and consumer education in respiratory and digestive health. Developed by riders, for riders, we understand the importance of clean forage and a healthy stable environment in maintaining the overall well-being of the horse.

Our Haygain hay steamers are recommended by the world’s leading riders, trainers and equine vets and ComfortStall® Sealed Orthopedic Flooring System is used and recommended by leading Veterinary Hospitals, including Cornell University.

Sunday Links from One K Helmets

By on Nov 17, 2019 12:01 am -

Photo courtesy of Steve Blauner.

The Mars Bromont Rising U25 Program will now be administered by the USEA Foundation. The program was first introduced at Bromont Three-day Event last June when nine riders under the age of 25 were awarded grants of $3,000 Canadian to assist with the expenses incurred in preparing for and competing in the Bromont CCI.

The program has now been extended to include the Ocala Jockey Club International Three-day Event which takes place November 14-17 in Reddick, Florida and selected riders were awarded grants to assist with their preparation and competition expenses. These riders were invited to participate in a two-day training session at Mardanza Farms in Ocala, Florida in preparation.

[USEA Foundation to Administer the Mars Bromont Rising U25 Program]

National Holiday: National Baklava Day

Major International Events:

Australian International Three-Day Event: Website, Entries, Schedule, Ride Times, Live Scores

U.S. Weekend Action: 

Ocala Jockey Club International: Website, Schedule, Entries, Ride Times, Cross Country Order of Go, Live Stream, EN’s Coverage, EN’s Twitter, EN’s Instagram

Sunday Links: 

Who’s Your Favorite Ocala Jockey Club CCI2*-L Pair?

Landmark’s Monte Carlo Makes His Move at the Ocala Jockey Club

Kieffer Climbs Up The Leaderboard at Ocala Jockey Club International CCI4*-L

Murphy Is Back On Track At Ocala Jockey Club International CCI4*-S

7 star dressage horses you probably hadn’t heard of 12 months ago

Sunday Video: 

#OJC3DE Saturday Social Recap: Cross Country Smiles

By on Nov 16, 2019 6:00 pm -

I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but this was our last major cross country of the season. Nothing beats a good cross country day, and it was done right today at the Ocala Jockey Club International Three-Day Event. Let’s take a look around social media from today’s events! Don’t forget to tag your posts with #OJC3DE or #OcalaJockeyClub for a chance to be featured in our daily social recaps.

For all the nitty gritty details, check out our live updates here.

#OJC3DE: Website, Schedule, Entries,  Ride Times, Cross Country Order of Go, Live Scores, Live Stream, EN’s Coverage, EN’s Twitter, EN’s Instagram

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Guinness jumped clear ❤️❤️❤️

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Buck Davidson; I grew up watching his dad ride.

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Time for CCI***-L 🐎

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Hazel Shannon & Willingapark Clifford Close in on Historic Adelaide CCI5*-L Finish

By on Nov 16, 2019 9:10 am -

Hazel Shannon and Willingapark Clifford. Photo by Julie Wilson.

Defending champions Hazel Shannon and Willingapark Clifford are nipping at the heels of history this weekend at the Australian International Three-Day Event where they are two steps closer to a historic third win.

She and Terrance Snow’s 14-year-old Thoroughbred became the predicted favorites after posting a 30.2 in the dressage phase — a five-star personal best for this duo that had them sitting second.

They only improved in the cross country phase where a double clear result had them take over the lead, but not after some controversy. Hazel was initially awarded 15 penalties for missing a flag at an arrowhead at 11b, but it was later removed.

Twice a winner at Adelaide, if Willingapark Clifford jumps clear tomorrow, he’ll join an elite club of horses who have won three five-stars at the same venue. The likes of this club include Great Ovation (Badminton ’71, ’72, ’74), Winsome Adante (Kentucky ’02, ’04, ’05), Avebury (Burghley ’12, ’13, ’14), and fisherRocana FST (Kentucky ’15, ’16, ’17).

What an incredible day! 🎥 credit This Esme #mmaus3de #crosscountry #adelaide

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New Zealand’s Amanda Pottinger joined Hazel as the only other rider to finish clear inside the time with Just Kidding, a 13-year-old Thoroughbred (Fusaichi Pegasus x Gypsy Princess, by Sadler’s Wells).

Amanda and “Ferg” had a dominating performance here last year where they led the pack after cross country in their five-star debut. Four rails dashed their dreams of Adelaide victory, but as it stands today they are less than a rail behind the overnight leaders on a score of 34.1.

Five-star debutants Diane Gilder and Your Attorney took over third place after a clear round with just 5.2 time penalties. Lauren Browne and Sky’s Da Limit came home clear with eight time penalties for fourth place on a score of 39. Fifth place belongs to Stuart Tinney who jumped clear with Leporis (40.7).

Andrew Cooper and Riverbreeze. Photo by Julie Wilson.

Andrew Cooper leads the CCI4*-S with Riverbreeze 34.3 after a faultless performance.

Gemma Tinney and Diabolo. Photo by Julie Wilson.

Gemma Tinney and Diabolo top the CCI3*-L on a score of 29.6.

If you missed anything, re-watch the CCI5*-L action at this link.

Adelaide CCI5*-L: Website, Scores

Wednesday News & Notes

By on Nov 13, 2019 12:01 am -

The Hylofit System. Photo by Jenni Autry.

Have you been on the fence about getting the Hylofit system, it might be time to take the plunge because they’re in the middle of a big promotion to celebrate their first birthday. You can get the Hylofit system for $199 ($150 savings!) now through Friday. Click here to shop.

National Holiday: National World Kindness Day

Major International Events:

Australian International Three-Day Event [Website][Entries][Schedule][Ride Times][Live Scores]

U.S. Weekend Preview: 

Ocala Jockey Club 3-Day International Event [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Wednesday News: 

The USEA Educational Symposium is officially in the books. The ICP Symposium will be held Feb 17-18, followed by the YEH Symposium on Feb 19 and FEH Symposium on Feb 20. [Announcing Dates and Details of the 2020 USEA Educational Symposium]

Canadian show jumper Nicole Walker has been provisionally suspended by the FEI following a drug test at the Pan American Games. She tested positive for tested positive for benzoylecgonine, a metabolite of cocaine. [Walker’s Positive Test From Pan American Games Puts Canada’s Olympic Show Jumping Qualification In Question]

How well do you know Gemma Tattersall? [9 things you didn’t know about H&H guest editor Gemma Tattersall]

Featured Video: Check out Sara Mittleider’s winning CCI4*-L cross country ride at Galway Downs International earlier this month with La Paz. The pair turned in double-clear jumping rounds to rise from 2nd after dressage into the top spot.

Tuesday Video from Flexible Fit Equestrian: In-Hand Work with Lauren Kieffer

By on Nov 12, 2019 5:00 pm -

Lauren Kieffer’s program includes quite a bit of in-hand work, and she uses it often to introduce young horses to the jumps, banks and waters of cross country. In this week’s video she takes us behind the scenes to show exactly what she’s doing.

Flexible Fit Equestrian: Redefining Comfort & Quality at an Affordable Price. Learn more at www.ffequestrian.com.au.

Tuesday News & Notes from Legends Horse Feeds

By on Nov 12, 2019 12:01 am -

Carolina Horse Park. Photo by Allie Conrad Photography.

The Carolina Horse Park has partnered with the Rick Herrema Foundation in an effort to promote Rick’s place, a 50-acre interactive greenspace 5.5 miles from Ft. Bragg, NC, that serves military families. The shared goal is to promote interactive outdoor activities for service members in the Sandhills region.

In 2006, Sergeant 1st Class Richard J. Herrema died during an Operation Iraqi Freedom deployment, but his legacy and generous spirit will live on through Rick’s Place. He is remembered by friends and family as a positive, selfless and energetic man. The most important things in his life were his family and his faith.

To learn more Rick Herrema Foundation click here.

National Holiday: National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day

Events Closing This Week: Pine Top Thanksgiving H.T.

Tuesday News:

Five-star event horse Mr. Potts has taken on a new role in the hunt field. He’s being loaned out this season to fieldmaster Alan Nolan, who didn’t have a suitable horse. [Former five-star eventer delights his fans out hunting]

Let’s give a warm EN shoutout to John Bandrofchak, USEA’s Volunteer of the Month! [John Bandrofchak: USEA’s Volunteer of the Month Presented by Athletux]

Who doesn’t love beautiful pictures of horses prancing? The Chronicle was on site to cover the U.S. Dressage Finals, and they have some beautiful images to share. [Weekend Sights From The U.S. Dressage Finals]

Tuesday Video

Weekend Instagram Roundup: Fun at Full Moon Farm + More

By on Nov 10, 2019 1:30 pm -

We’re coming to the end of another memorable season of eventing, but it’s not quite over yet, and y’all are squeezing out every bit of run, jump and gallop that you can. Here’s your collection of social media memories from the weekend that was:

Majestic Oaks H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

River Glen H.T. [Website]  [Entry Status/Ride Times/Live Scores]

Texas Rose Horse Park H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

Full Moon Farms H.T. [Website] [Entry Status] [Ride Times] [Live Scores]

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so so so much love

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the best boys 😁

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Blue is his color.

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novice move up complete. love this horse!💜💜

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Sport Horse Nation Spotlight: Black Beauties

By on Nov 10, 2019 11:00 am -

In the market for a new four-legged partner? You may find your unicorn on our sister site, Sport Horse Nation. To help with the search, we’re going to feature a selection of current listings here on EN. We include the ad copy provided; click the links for videos, pricing and contact information.

So these listings below might all technically be dark bay, but you know what else they all do have in common? They’re quite striking and all listed for sale on Sport Horse Nation. Read on to see the listings and click the link for more information.

Sommersby. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Quality Young Horse – WINNING Record Through Training

“Sommersby” 5 yo 17 black Oldenburg gelding. Quality young horse that has been professionally produced. Fabulous gaits, dressage scores consistently in the low 20s. Great to jump, fabulous to gallop! Ready for Prelim/2* this spring. Versatile gelding that could easily step into the hunter or dressage ring. Located in South Carolina.

Poptart. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Poptart

Poptart is a 2010 German Riding Pony mare standing at 14.1hh. She is by the super pony sire Popeye and has competed in some low level dressage and jumping shows. Poptart is a super mover and shows great technique over jumps. Straight forward to ride, hacks out. Easy keeper. Located in Pennsylvania.

Archie. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

6 yr old 17 hand Thoroughbred Gelding – upper level potential

Archie (JC name Arch of Honor) is a 6 year old dark bay TB gelding and is a MASSIVE 17 hands. Last raced 10/7/2019 so is RRP Makeover eligible. He has had some cross training while racing and is started over jumps and has been on a few trail rides etc, though still considered green. Tons of ability and potential and very sound – no issues racing but not real competitive in it anymore and I think he would rather do something else.

The good: He is fun to be around with a quirky personality. Gorgeous. Sound. NOT a hot horse to ride, pretty mellow. Good feet. Natural at jumping.

The bad: He is a controlled cribber with a collar. He is annoying, though NOT dangerous for the farrier.
This is a very talented horse that could go right up the levels with just a little time put into his dressage and some practice jumping – he is a natural at jumping and enjoys it. Located in Pennsylvania.

Looking Good FLF. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

Lovely Dressage horse ready to Event!

Looking Good FLF is a 6 year old 16.1 hand American Warmblood gelding. He has shown USDF recognized First level with scores as high as 68%. Lots of unrecognized horse show experience, LG is a perfect gentlemen to trailer/braid/ etc and is sound barefoot. He has been XC schooling several times, and is fine with drops/ditches/water. Jumping bigger every week, LG is ready to go eventing. He hacks alone or in company. Would be well suited to an ambitious amateur or teen looking to have fun and come home in the ribbons. Located in Maryland.

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Mild and tall gelding

Marvelous Reward is a 16.3 hand 2015 unraced Thoroughbred dark bay gelding. Marvin has the mind of an aged draft horse in a 4 year old TB body. We have never sat on a more sensible 4 year old. He has been showing at starter trials (EL and BN levels) and jumper shows since March and has acted like a schoolmaster at them since day one. He often scores in the 20s in dressage and always jumps a clean cross country. He is absolutely honest and brave. Great indoors or out, loves hacking around. Great for toddlers to be around and be led around on. He is extremely quiet and sensible, despite his young age, and would be suitable for an adult amateur to ride. I feel Marvin would excel as a foxhunter but can easily continue showing in all rings as he is so willing and mild (and a really great XC horse!). Trailers perfectly, stands for everything, super easy to have around, anyone can handle. He is sound and healthy. He is very personable and has no vices. $12,500. Located in Augusta, WV, 28 miles west of Winchester, VA. 309-376-2144. **If you email and don’t get a reply in 12 hours please call/text**

Midas Well. Photo via Sport Horse Nation.

2013 TB Gelding 17.3 Super Brain, Lovely Movement, Brave Jumper

Midas Well, “Tristan” is a lovely restarted 6 yo 17.3 hh OTTB, last raced in June of 2019. He has a super personality and is very trainable. Lovely on the ground and under tack, he will hack out alone or in company. Uphill and balanced walk/trot/canter on the bit, has a soft mouth and elastic gaites. Started over small fences, schooling ditches, banks, brush, logs, etc. Trailers and stands tied to the trailer easily. This horse would be suited for an ambitious amateur in a solid program or a professional looking for a fun horse to bring along. Has all the pieces to be a top-level eventing prospect.

Located in Lexington, KY. 917-822-2332. [email protected]. Price: $13,000.

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