How did you spend your holiday week? It’s an annual tradition to set up the volleyball net inside the indoor arena at Phillip Dutton’s True Prospect Farm. Our biggest question, honestly, is just how good is Phillip at spiking the ball?
News & Reading
A new short film is coming to a screen near you soon featuring up and coming jumping star Skylar Wireman. Entitled “Jumpers” the documentary directed by Naomi Sedgewick is in its final stages (and is fundraising for support, which you can learn more about here). Ahead of its debut, catch up with Skylar, who’s stepped up in a big way in her riding career of late, here.
It’s a season of giving, and in her latest column for Horse Nation, Thoroughbred specialist Aubrey Graham muses on the idea of second chances and horses in need. You won’t want to miss her thoughts here.
Sam Ecroyd should be a name on your list of ones to watch for 2026. The British rider recently earned a first 5* completion, but the personal win came after years of struggle that followed a horrific injury that left him with a brain bleed and 57 fractures in his skull. Now, he’s aiming for Badminton in the spring. Follow along with his inspiring journey here.
Sponsor Corner: Stable View
Don’t forget: this year will be an extra-special one for USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic riders, who will have their own Championship at Stable View May 15-17. The Championship has grown in stature and popularity year over year, and entry numbers and festivities now warrant a standalone event. You can learn more about the program and how to qualify for Championships here.
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Holiday wishes from the Martin family:
