King Kazu is back at it! We’ve been enjoying following Japanese Olympic rider Kazuma Tomoto as he bases primarily in Japan, having left his former home base in England to focus on supporting the Japanese program at home. He’s still competing, though, and recently took home a 1* win aboard the Japanese Racing Association’s Canero at an event in Yamanashi. Kazu and the 10-year-old Holsteiner gelding added just a handful of seconds’ worth of time on cross country to take home the top honors. Later on in the week, Kazu also competed as a part of the JRA Horse Show, an event he’s been a part of both as a competitor and an organizer for the last decade.
Major International Events
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Tryon International Three-Day Event (NC): [Website] [Timetable] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Galway Downs Spring H.T. and Preliminary Challenge (CA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
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Unionville May H.T. (PA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Volunteer]
Majestic Oaks Ocala H.T. (FL): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Volunteer]
Queeny Park H.T. (MO): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring]
Hitching Post Farm H.T. (VT): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
News & Reading
While more than 147,000 fans braved the rain at Churchill Downs to watch Sovereignty thunder home in the 151st Kentucky Derby, none may have had a better view than Deputy Taya Workum, who was stationed just behind the outside rail aboard her 17.3-hand Shire/Dutch Warmblood cross, Crossed Sabres. The Ohio-based mounted patrol officer—joined by her husband, fellow officer Matthew Byers on his mare, Opal—was recruited by Louisville Metro PD to help manage Derby crowds. For Sabre, who’s escorted dignitaries in Canada, presented the colors at Dressage at Devon, and dabbles in dressage and jumpers in his off hours, the Derby chaos was just another day at the office—though he did give a mighty side-eye to some suspiciously painted cement horse statues. Next stop? Crowd control at the 2026 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event (which may or may not be less intense than outriding at the Derby). Read the full “between the ears” story here.
Mentally, we’re still on a high after following along with the USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Championships at Stable View. This annual celebration of spirit, sport, and serious fun is one of the most beloved fixtures on the eventing calendar, and this year delivered in spades. From first-time teams getting their championship debut to inter-team mascot outfit swaps (yes, that happened), the camaraderie and competition were next level. Relive some of the best moments from the weekend here.
Behind every great win is a great groom, and Erin Jarboe is proof of that. Erin has worked with Will Coleman for nearly five years and was the hands-on powerhouse behind Off The Record’s (aka Timmy’s) recent win in the Cosequin Lexington CCI4*-S. A lifelong horse lover who once thought vet school was her calling, Erin pivoted to grooming and never looked back—finding a perfect match in Will’s program and in Timmy, a seasoned competitor with a serious appetite and a serious work ethic. Erin recently chatted with HorseGrooms about what it’s like to care for a 16-year-old champion, how she prepares him for top competition (spoiler: custom stretching boards are involved), and why finding the right rider to work for can make or break your career in this demanding but deeply rewarding profession. Read the interview here.
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There’s a reason it’s known as the happiest horse trial all year: and the energy was undeniable at this year’s USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing Championships at Stable View. From color-splashed teams and mascot mayhem to fierce competition in both the tack and the spirit contests, the weekend was a celebration of community, sportsmanship, and school pride. Stable View is thrilled to announce that it will continue to host the Championships in both 2026 and 2027, this time as a standalone event dedicated exclusively to Interscholastic and Intercollegiate Team Riders, a move that reflects the growing popularity and impact of these programs.
But the fun doesn’t stop there: Stable View will still host the fan-favorite Local Charities Horse Trials the first weekend in May — open to all competitors and run as a traditional horse trials. And yes, the Alumni Cup will return in 2026 with more teams vying for bragging rights and a spot on the perpetual trophy.
Whether you’re a current team rider, an alum, or simply a fan of great eventing, Stable View is your home base for all things collegiate and community. Mark your calendars now — you won’t want to miss it! In the meantime, you can scope out Stable View’s full calendar for 2025 here.
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Don’t miss New Zealand World Championships rider Monica Spencer on the latest episode of The Jon and Rick Show!
