Happy Monday! We’re heading into the off season of eventing here in the U.S., but does the grind ever really stop when it comes to horses? Whatever your off season duties entail, we hope you’re as fueled up as Colleen Loach’s horses!
U.S. Weekend Results
The Event at TerraNova (FL): [Website] [Scores] [Live Stream Replays]
Ram Tap Classic Three-Day & H.T. (CA): [Website] [Scores]
Full Moon Farm Fall H.T. (MD): [Website] [Scores]
News & Reading
Looking to refine your jumping technique? In Practical Horseman’s latest jumping clinic, Olympic gold medalist Beezie Madden shares her insights on achieving excellent releases while identifying minor stirrup adjustments that can make a big difference. This in-depth analysis highlights the importance of precision and balance for riders at all levels. Check out the full article for Beezie’s expert tips and elevate your skills over fences.
The talented Hanoverian gelding Booze Buddy FRH, 2022 Bundeschampion for five-year-old event horses under Wiebke Jaspers, has found a new rider in Swedish Olympian Louise Romeike. Bred by Heinrich Reisinger, Booze Buddy FRH showcased exceptional promise early in his career. Now with Louise, renowned for her success on the international stage, the gelding is set to continue his journey at the highest levels of eventing. Exciting things are surely ahead for this promising partnership. Read more on this news here.
World Horse Welfare recently celebrated its dedicated grooms by sharing over 1,000 messages of appreciation from supporters. These heartfelt notes were read aloud to the charity’s 46 grooms, acknowledging their unwavering commitment to equine care. The initiative has now been designated as World Horse Welfare’s Groom Appreciation Day. Senior groom Kathryn Coombes from Hall Farm in Norfolk expressed that, despite the challenges of addressing long-term neglect effects in horses, it’s “very rewarding to know you are having a positive impact on the horses’ lives.” Read more here.
Hot on Horse Nation: Aubrey Graham dives into the art of balancing structure with flexibility in the latest Thoroughbred Logic column, presented by Kentucky Performance Products. Discover how allowing room for adaptability in training schedules can lead to happier, more successful Thoroughbreds. Check out the full article to learn why sometimes, a looser plan is the key to winning results.
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Hear from TerraNova CCI4*-L winner Cornelia Dorr on the impact of finishing on her dressage score with Daytona Beach 8:
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