“Lefreda was a founding member of the Carolina Horse Park and remained a steady presence at the Park since its…
Posted by Carolina Horse Park on Friday, August 30, 2024
We’re starting today off in honor of Lefreda Williams, a founding member of one of our favorite venues, the Carolina Horse Park, who passed away recently at the age of 87.
“For over 50 years, Lefreda dedicated her life to eventing and fox hunting,” a memorial posted by Carolina Horse Park reads. “Her passion for the sport led her to become a Horse Trials Organizer in 1970 and to serve on the Board of Governors for the USCTA for 13 years. She played a crucial role in shaping the Carolina Horse Park Foundation, where she served as vice president, president, and, most recently, as a dedicated director on the board. Lefreda’s impact stretched far beyond her titles and accolades. She was named one of the Ten Most Influential People in Moore County in 2000, and her influence only grew with time. From organizing the inaugural USEA American Eventing Championships to personally ensuring the cross-country courses were impeccably prepared, Lefreda never stopped giving back to the sport she loved.”
We will honor the legacy left by Lefreda and are sending our well-wishes and sympathies to all who knew and loved her. Rest peacefully.
U.S. Weekend Preview
Five Points H.T. (NC): [Website] [Entries / Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Flora Lea Fall H.T. (NJ): [Website] [Entries / Ride Times] [Volunteer]
CDCTA Fall H.T. (VA): [Website] [Entries] [Volunteer] [Scoring]
Major International Events
Defender Burghley: [Website] [Entries] [Timing & Scoring] [Burghley TV] [Tickets] [EN’s Coverage]
Thursday News & Reading
An oldie but goodie from Canadian Olympian Kyle Carter, all on the topic of allowing ourselves to get rid of the mentality that “only” riding “bad” horses and fixing problems doesn’t necessarily make you a better rider. Agree or disagree? [Read it here]
Catch up on a great story out of the Paralympics in Paris, featuring individual silver medalist Sanne Voets. Meanwhile, all U.S. riders have qualified for the Para Dressage freestyle.
Hot on Horse Nation: Dive into a multi-part series about Thoroughbred race records. This part focuses on the beloved “warhorse”.
Reading a horse feed label can be just as confusing (or, really, more so!) than reading a human nutrition label. Get some help here.
Sponsor Corner: TerraNova Equestrian Center
We love our amazing eventing volunteers! If you’re in the Sarasota area or planning to pay a visit to TerraNova Equestrian Center in Myakka City, there are plenty of opportunities to lend a helping hand. As an additional bonus, every hour worked by a volunteer translates into $20 donated to a local charity. You can stay in the loop for volunteer opportunities at TerraNova’s full slate of competitions, including the TerraNova CCI4*-L in November, here.
Video Break
Speaking of TerraNova, get a feel for some of the cross country action with this CCI1*-S helmet cam from Elisa Wallace and Tullymurry Fifi:
