A moment with the superstar himself. Courtney Carson cared for Vandiver for the entirety of his time with Doug Payne. Photo by Sally Spickard.
It’s the end of an era at Payne Equestrian! Not just because of the big man Vandiver’s retirement, but yesterday Doug announced that long-time groom Courtney Carson would be leaving their program for her next adventure. Whenever someone says ‘supergroom’, Courtney’s name is always one that comes to mind. Those will be some big shoes to fill!
U.S. Weekend Action
FEH & YEH Last Chance Qualifier & West Coast Championships (Paso Robles, CA): [Website] [Entries/Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
Chattahoochee Hills H.T. (Fairburn, GA): [Website] [Entries] [Ride Times] [Scoring]
Full Moon Farms H.T. (Finksburg, MD): [Website] [Entries] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Major International Events
Les 5 Étoiles de Pau:[Website] [Entries] [Schedule] [Timing & Scoring] [Save 15% on H&C+ Annual] [H&C+ Live Stream] [EN’s Coverage] [EN’s Ultimate Guide to Pau] [EN’s Instagram] [Visit Kentucky Performance Products]
Links to Start Your Weekend:
For 15-Year-Old Competitor, Thoroughbred Makeover Is The Start Of Something Bigger
Applications for the 2022 Wilton Fair International Rider Grant Open through November 20th
Day In The Life With: Dressage Rider And Ultramarathoner Cyndi Jackson
How Riders Can Prioritize Skin Care
Nine Horse and Rider Pairs Rise to the Occasion at Ram Tap in the Area VI Championships
World Equestrian Brands Pick of the Week: Did you know you can find some ridiculously good deals on some of your favorite brands on the World Equestrian Brands website? Check out the Outlet and Like New sections!
Saturday Viewing: ‘Tis the season for fun ground pole exercises!
