Eventing dads come in many types:
The Hands-On Dad: Some eventing dads jump right in and go to all the lessons, all the events, and are on the front lines in the vet box cooling the horse off after XC.
The ‘I’d Rather Be Golfing’ Dad: My dad, for instance, comes to less than a few events a year and considers the cross-country course a wasted opportunity to build a golf course. Literally, he has explained to me the proper 18 hole layout of the Florida Horse Park.
The Financier: Many eventing dads work hard every day to fund the dreams of their kids–dreams which just happen to be some of the most expensive dreams on Earth.
The Videographer: Not quite willing allowed to get hands-on, this type of dad provides emotional support and records the competition on video for future reference.
Some dads are a combination of some (or all) of these types. All eventing dads should know that whatever the role they play in their child’s eventing career, they are an important and well loved member of the team. Be sure to remind your dad of that every day, but today in particular. Thanks eventing dads!
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On a completely unrelated note, there are some things I like about Soccer, this is one of the things I don’t.
