We recently received a tip from EN friend Matthew Kiener that the superstar My Boy Bobby will be making a public appearance in the near future, and naturally, we wanted to know all about it. We here at EN can’t get enough of Bobby, and it seems after his moment in the spotlight in Times Square this spring, Bobby can’t get enough of his adoring public! Thanks to Matthew for writing this, and thanks for reading.
Bobby & Buck in Times Square promoting the Olympics this spring
From Matthew:
My Boy Bobby will come out of retirement to participate in a charity event for PALS (Patient AirLift Services) at the Monmouth County “A” Horse Show this coming Saturday August the 18th.
I recently received a phone call asking if, as a volunteer pilot for PALS, I’d participate in a fund raiser. On the evening of August 18th at the NJ Horse Park, I would be teamed up with a horse/rider combination, and as the pilot I’d be asked to navigate an obstacle course on an ATV going for time with penalties for hitting obstacles. My teammates would participate in a show jumping round, again for time, and penalized for taking down rails. Our combined score would be used to determine placing. It was further explained that there was a hunter/jumper show taking place at the horse park that day and they’d get volunteers from the competitors to participate in the PALS event, aka the Fly/Ride class.
Naturally, having My Boy Bobby at home and a strong desire to be a part of competing with my wife and him I inquired as to if I could bring my own horse/rider combination. After a brief chuckle, he asked if I was serious, and then agreed that a husband/wife team would be intriguing. I spoke with Carl & Cassie (Segal), and they were elated at the prospect of seeing him compete again. Jess too is excited about teaming up with Bobby once more; and watching me try to remember my course for a change. Jess rides him daily and keeps him in light work; still we’re a bit unsure of how he’ll do since he’s been retired for a while. There was a point in their career that Jess had competed Bobby for over two years (twenty-two events) without taking down a single rail. If Bobby can find it in his huge heart to bring that spirit to the party we’ll be in great shape.
Adding to the excitement will be the inclusion of Buck Davidson riding a beautiful mare, Riviera, owned by Amy & Peter Tunney. With Jess & Buck in attendance we (Eventers) represent only twenty percent of the class and could use the support of the extended Eventing family. Certainly this event is to aid the charity PALS, and all-in-fun, still the competitiveness in all Eventers will hopefully drive us to assure we’re well represented.
PALS is a terrific organization, a tax-exempt public charity that provides free air transportation based on need to individuals requiring critical life saving medical care and for other humanitarian purposes. Prior to the competition, the teams are paraded before the spectators and bid upon. All money raised goes directly to PALS and is a tax deductible donation. So if you’re a fan of Bobby’s and wish to show him your support, come join us at the NJ Horse Park, Saturday, August 18th at 4:00 PM. If you’re unable to attend and wish to show support by contributing to such a worthy cause, please do so at www.palservices.org go to the donate page and scroll down to the “In honor of” section, and add MY BOY BOBBY in that field.
Go My Boy Bobby, and go PALS!
