Tag: EDITOR PICKS
26-Year-Old Thoroughbred Electra and Andrew Ross Bring Home Blue at Devon Fall Classic
By MARLEY LIEN-GONZALEZ
At age 26, most horses are winding down their careers from retirement to spending their time with novice riders. Andrew Ross’s Thoroughbred mare Electra, however, has a few more Devon blues to...
WEC – Ocala is Expanding Equestrian Sports to Everyone
By MARLEY LIEN-GONZALEZ
Mainstream media has caught on to something that equestrians have known for years: WEC – Ocala is one of the best places in the world.
This past summer, Time magazine named World Equestrian...
A Crisis in the Veterinary World
By JESSICA SHANNON
Pet owners often idealize veterinary careers. We focus on the beauty in what they do. We rely on their expertise to care for our beloved dogs, cats, horses, lizards, birds, and more....
Short Stirrup Shouldn’t Require Lead Changes
By MARLEY LIEN-GONZALEZ
Getting started showing in our sport is such a milestone moment. There are cute ponies, braids, bows, and families figuring out their engagement, timing, desire, and goals. The tradition of horse showing...
Trainer Tuesday: If you trained a horse who was an average mover, how would...
Welcome to Trainer Tuesday! Each week we ask trainers a question and gather their answers for you. These trainers have a range of experience, backgrounds, and focus points of their programs, so the answers...
Vignon Manor Farm: A Wedding Venue for Everyone—and the Woman Behind It All
By RENNIE DYBALL
Ashley Crouse-Ackerman is the sole owner of Vignon Manor Farm, a wedding venue in Havre de Grace, Maryland. She’s also a mom of three—including a budding Short Stirrup star—and a successful Adult...
One Year Ago, HITS Took A Chance On A Start Up…It Paid Off
The Horse Show Management Company Recognized What This New York State Women-Owned Business Could Contribute to the Community and Took A Chance
Kingston, NY: June 8, 2024- Almost one year ago, Jessica Jones created Equestrian...
RAMM Fence & Stalls: Creating Safer Alternatives for Horses In and Out of the...
BY April Bilodeau
Choosing the right fencing options for your farm can be one of the most important decisions an owner can make. RAMM Fencing and Stalls considers product education and safety for horses as...
Daniel Bluman: How the Olympian Is Teaching the Next Generation While Thriving in the...
Daniel Bluman, born in Colombia and of Jewish descent, represents Israel in the world of show jumping. Currently ranked 15th on Jumping Longines FEI World Rankings, he is coming off a successful 2023 show...
The Humble Hoof – Alicia Harlov is Changing the Way We Look at Hoof...
BY April Bilodeau
We’ve all heard the saying “No hoof, no horse.” And while every animal’s feet are going to have their individual needs, without a healthy hoof, a horse cannot function at their whole...
Emory & Henry College – Providing Exceptional Support for Equestrians During Their College Careers
BY April Bilodeau
Riding in college has grown in popularity in recent years, offering something for everyone no matter what discipline you choose. Many colleges offer riding as an extracurricular activity for students, but Emory...
Ina & Olivia Sweetnam Open 2023 Pennsylvania National Horse Show with Win in $5,000...
Edited Press Release
Harrisburg, PA – October 12, 2023 – Olivia Sweetnam opened the 77th-annual Pennsylvania National Horse Show with a win aboard Ina in the $5,000 USEF Junior Jumper National Championship Welcome, on Thursday,...
Relax, Enjoy, Show – TerraNova Equestrian Center Offers Competitors a Luxurious Home-Away-From-Home Experience With...
BY April Bilodeau
The winter show circuit is something countless riders aspire to do. But with so many options around the country’s southern half, it can be hard to choose where you want to show....
How To Strengthen Your Seat: A Beginner Guide to Equestrian Fitness
By Ifa Simmonds
Regardless of whether you are preparing for your upcoming season, have just completed one, or don’t follow a competition schedule, it is always beneficial to prioritize your progress and performance in the...
John French and Paradigm Win the 2023 Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Finals
Edited Press Release
Leading from wire to wire, John French and Meredith Lipke’s Paradigm put in a repeat performance of yesterday’s Classic Round win, laying down a practically flawless spectacular performance in tonight’s final Handy...