29.5.2016

McLain Ward is on fire at CSIO5* Rome and following two wins aboard HH Carlos, the fabulous American rider also takes home the win of the event’s highlight, the Grand Prix in the saddle of superstar HH Azur (Thunder vd Zuuthoeve). Thirteen entries advance dto the second round were three of them remained clean, McLain and HH Azur’s time of 40’45 being invincible and offering him his third win of the weekend. Sweden’s Peder Fredericson aboard H&M All In (Kashmir vh Schuttershof) took runner up position with a time of 42’05 and a clean round while USA’s top lady rider Laura Kraut aboard her promising Zeremonie ( Cero II) secured a wonderful 3rd position on the podium.

RESULTS

Source: http://hellojumpers.com/en/mclain-ward-also-the-best-in-the-grand-prix-of-rome/

29 May  2016

Portugal’s home hero Joao Chuva in the saddle of Antonio (Oklund) made it a wonderful home win in today’s Grand Prix presented by Audi at CSIO5* Lisbon. The top 11 entries of round one over the 1’60m track on the beautiful grass arena advanced to the second round where only two would exit the rting on a clean sheet. Joao Chuva and Antonio went all in to stop the timers faultsfree in 47’71 and top the standings in front of their ecstatic home crowd. Belgium’s Dominique Joassin in the saddle of Best of Opus Dei Z (Balou Du Rouet) secured a double clear to settle for runner up position while Spain’s uprising star Eduardo Alvarez Aznar and Fidux (Malito de Reves) completed the podium today in Lisbon.

RESULTS

Source: http://hellojumpers.com/en/joao-chuva-makes-it-a-wonderful-home-win-in-lisbon/

29  May  2016

29.5.2016

Jumping / CSI2* / Table C
Competition Nr.: 71
Obst.H./Cl.: 130

Jumping / CSI2* / Table A
Competition Nr.: 72
Obst.H./Cl.: 140

Jumping / CSI2* / Grand Prix Table A
Competition Nr.: 73
Obst.H./Cl.: 145

Jumping / CSI1* / Grand Prix Table A
Competition Nr.: 70
Obst.H./Cl.: 135

Jumping / CSIYH1* / Table A
Competition Nr.: 12
Obst.H./Cl.: 135

Jumping / CSI1* / Table A
Competition Nr.: 28
Obst.H./Cl.: 135

Jumping / CSI2* / Two Phases
Competition Nr.: 36
Obst.H./Cl.: 140

Jumping / CSI2* / Table A
Competition Nr.: 37
Obst.H./Cl.: 145

30.5.2016

The 18 years old stallion born in Belgium at Hubert Hamerlinck’s stud and owned by Ukraine’s Alexandr Onischenko, Vivant vd Heffinck (Fuego de Prelet) will be retired from the sport after a long and successful career under Australia’s Chriss Chugg and later under Ukraine’s Katharina Offel and Cassio Rivetti. The later took the 8th position at the European championship in Aachen. The beautiful stallion will now enjoy a well-desrved reirement in the field and will focus on his breeding career.

Source: http://hellojumpers.com/en/vivant-vd-heffinck-to-be-retired/

Saugerties, NY (May 30, 2016): The grand finale of an exciting first week at HITS-on-the-Hudson commenced with the $75,000 HITS Grand Prix.

A talented field of exhibitors tested the course designed by Marina Azevedo of Campinas, Brazil, but only two would advance to the jump-off to compete for the blue. The victor would prove to be Leslie Burr Howard of Darien, Connecticut, and Up and Blue Chappelle, owned by Peter and Gabriel Guerra Howard.

“The course designer, Marina, has been doing a great job this week,” said Howard. “This course was laid out thoughtfully; today wasn’t too big but it was tricky enough, especially for this amount of prize money, which is great to jump for. All the classes have been super—it’s not too big, not too little, and it’s planned well in where the jumps were placed.”

(C) ESI Photography. Leslie Burr Howard and Up and Blue Chapelle on their way to a $75,000 HITS Grand Prix win.

Sarah Segal of Flemington, New Jersey, was first to challenge the first round of jumping efforts with Ubris, owned by Chartwell. A rail at the vertical immediately following the mid-course triple combination kept them out of the jump-off, but as the fastest pair with four faults in 77.209, they ultimately landed in third-place.

Three trips passed before Wellington, Florida, equestrian Jimmy Torano piloted Daydream, co-owned with Danielle Torano, to the first fault-free trip of the first-round, proving the course could be conquered.

Following Torano’s first round, several valiant rides took their chance at the course, including fourth-place Matthew Williams of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, aboard Cuchica, owned by Wyndmont, Inc. Williams clocked in with four faults in 78.840.

Christine McCrea of East Windsor, Connecticut, also made the top five piloting Wannick WH, owned by Candy Tribble and Windsor Show Stables, Inc. They passed the timers with four faults in 79.025 just behind Williams for the fifth-place prize.

(C) ESI Photography. Leslie Burr Howard and Up and Blue Chapelle winning the $75,000 HITS Grand Prix.

It looked as though Torano had it in the bag with a clear round, until Howard took her turn at the course. The crowd cheered with excitement when they clocked in clear, providing the class with a jump-off.

It was down to Torano and Howard, both seasoned competitors with a plethora of grand prix wins and titles under their belts. Howard, an Olympic Gold and Silver medalist and Torano, with two prestigious rides in the 1999 and 2000 FEI World Cup Final would battle it out for the win.

Torano returned first, navigating the course efficiently as he and Daydream crossed the timers in 41.43.

Howard followed suit, knowing she and her mount needed to be clear and just a hair faster to take home the $22,500 winner’s share.

“My plan at first was just to watch Jimmy and if he was super-fast, I was not going to jump-off and just settle for second because she is young,” said Howard of her plan with Up and Blue Chapelle. “He was careful but not too quick—she was great.”

It was certainly a rewarding choice. Howard and her mount blazed through the timers fault-free in 39.884 to capture the win.

“She is a super mare,” said Howard after her victory. “She is very powerful and is settling into her prime. This was a great win.”

31 May  2016

This week Belgium’s Zangerhseide’s Prime Lady, Judy-Ann Melchior, competes at the CSI5* in Saint Tropez, France. Melchior will start her new Grand Prix horse, Ailina 6 (Chico’s Boy x Cowondo Z).

The 11-year-old mare was recently at work under the saddle of Veredus-rider, Pius Schwizer. Together with the Swiss show jumper she recently finished 9th in the Longines Global Champions Tour Grand Prix in Antwerp, Belgium. At the beginning of this year Schwizer bought the mare. the pair also won two 1.40m classes in Olivia’s CSI3*.

“Two weeks after the Longines Global Champions Tour in Antwerp we bought Ailina,” explains Judy-Ann to Equnews. “Last weekend I already competed her in Kirchellen in Germany, now we’re ready for St. Tropez.”

source: equnews.com

1  June  2016

The wonderful 15 years old Holsteiner mare, Carlina (Carvallo) who made a name for herself under Switzerland’s Pius Schwizer, before being purchased by Ukraine’s sponsor and rider Alexandr Onischenko, is making her come back this week at St Tropez. Her last show was the CSI5* London in July last year.

source: www.grandprix-replay.com

Devon, Pa. – May 31, 2016 – It is no secret that Olympian McLain Ward has been on a hot streak recently, racking up six major victories from New York to Rome in just three weeks. The $50,000 Devon Welcome Stake CSI4* proved to be no exception as Ward rode away with the top two spots, winning the event aboard Tina La Boheme and placing second with his reigning Pan American Games double gold medalist mount, Rothchild.

McLain Ward and Tina La Boheme Win $50,000 Devon Welcome Stake

“I think Devon is one of the greatest venues in America,” expressed Ward, who also won the same event in 2015. “The atmosphere here on grand prix night is second to nowhere. The crowd is an educated crowd, and they really appreciate it. They are very enthusiastic. I think the management here at Devon has really made great efforts with the facility. Everything is first class. ”

Thirty-eight entries turned out for the first FEI ranked event of the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair on Tuesday evening. Six of those were able to master the Kelvin Bywater track and return for the tiebreaker. Ali Wolff was the pathfinder during the jump-off, setting the pace to beat with Quirie 2 in a clear 39.51 seconds.

“My trainer, Michelle Grubb, knows me so well – we’ve been together for about 12 years,” said Wolff. “Pretty much every time she tells me to go my own speed. I am so competitive, and I am my own worst enemy. If McLain went before me I probably would not be sitting here. I try and ride the horse underneath me.”

Ali Wolff and Quirie 2

Wolff added, “Quirie was my third string horse. He was struggling to get around the 1.40m last year. I just have to keep taking a step back, and I am very proud of where he’s come. He’s stepped up to my first horse. He went to Mexico with me and really, really put on his big boy pants. Since then he’s been super confident, and I can’t say enough about him.”

Wolff’s lead did not last long as Ward entered the ring next with Tina La Boheme. With sharp turns and a speedy gallop they bested Wolff by almost three seconds when they crossed the finish line in a faultless 36.73 seconds. Molly Ashe Cawley and Pjotter Van De Zonnehoeve attempted to catch Ward, but had to settle for fourth place when they had a rail in the combination.

Ward was next in the jump-off order with his second mount Rothchild, and after a short break in the action to prepare, they returned to the ring. Knowing he had a good lead, Ward was a bit more conservative, but still laid down a fast and clear round in just 39.18 seconds to take over second place, while Wolff would place third.

McLain Ward and Rothchild

Ward laughed, “Rothchild doesn’t like horses jumping next to him, he doesn’t like horses jumping at him, he doesn’t like gray horses, he doesn’t like carriages. There are a lot of things to avoid here! The schooling area can be interesting, but he is what he is. I didn’t have very long, but I am not going to rush him. I only jumped four or five jumps. You can’t go fast. You have to really take your time.”

Rothchild was a horse found by Ward’s father Barney, and he has always had a special place in Ward’s heart. Tina La Boheme also has a special place in Ward’s heart, as he owns the talented young mare together with his father’s old friend Arthur Hawkins.

“Arty Hawkins is a great horseman and a member of the Show Hunter Hall of Fame, a dear friend of my dad,” explained Ward. “He was there when I was born. He owns the majority; I own a small piece of her. Last year he said if you ever see a nice horse I’d like to do something. This is the horse.”

McLain Ward and Tina La Boheme. Photo By: The Book, LLC

Tina La Boheme also has a unique tie to the Devon Horse Show, as she is related to the 2008 Grand Prix winner Night Train. “Tina and Night Train are both quite strong, but good jumpers, really good technique, careful but at the same time quite brave,” noted Ward. “It’s nice, I have a soft spot in my heart for Night Train. I bought him and rode him in the beginning, so I’ve had a lot of luck with that breeding.”

Ward and Tina La Boheme will return to the Dixon Oval Thursday night for the $225,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon CSI4*. The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is the longest running and largest outdoor multi-breed competition in the United States. With the grandeur of Philadelphia’s prestigious Main Line setting the stage, the event features a world-class field that annually ranks among the most prominent internationally. The event also includes the Country Fair that offers world-class shopping, rides and games for kids, multiple dining options and special entertainment events.

For more information, please visit www.DevonHorseShow.net.

RESULTS: $50,000 Devon Welcome Stake
1    94    TINA LA BOHEME     MCLAIN WARD     0    0    0    71.350    0    0    0    36.730
2    42    ROTHCHILD     MCLAIN WARD     0    0    0    73.750    0    0    0    39.180
3    49    QUIRIE 2     ALI WOLFF     0    0    0    73.330    0    0    0    39.510
4    1    PJOTTER VAN DE ZONNEHOEVE     MOLLY ASHE     0    0    0    73.540    4    0    4    38.970
5    9    ISHD DUAL STAR     LAURA CHAPOT     0    0    0    72.820    8    0    8    40.630
6    41    BOO VAN HET KASTANJEHOF     ANDREW WELLES     0    0    0    74.860    0    0    Withdr
7    77    ACE     ALISON ROBITAILLE     0    1    1    75.140
8    65    FEDOR     SCOTT KEACH     0    1    1    75.230
9    21    ONIRA     BRIANNE GOUTAL     0    1    1    75.340
10    51    ESPRIT     SLOANE COLES     0    1    1    75.640
11    38    Callas III     DANIELLE TORANO     0    1    1    75.690
12    27    CIANA     ANDREW KOCHER     4    0    4    71.230

Championships for Haness, Tosh and Payne in Professional Hunter Divisions at Devon Horse Show  

Devon, PA – May 31, 2016 – Kenny Wheeler Sr. celebrated his 88th birthday by watching Hunt Tosh pilot the Wheeler Family’s Patriot to the championship in the Green Conformation Hunter division at the Devon Horse Show.

The Wheelers, proud owners of Patriot, handed their own Just For Fun – Two For One Challenge Trophy to Tosh and Patriot after the duo earned enough points for the championship.

“To win the trophy Kenny was handing out on his birthday in a division that is so important to their family is really fun,” Tosh said. “This show has the best horses, the best riders; it’s so hard to win here, so when you can win at a place like this with competition like this, it’s awesome.”

Hunt Tosh and Patriot

Tosh and Patriot claimed first and third place over fences on Monday, returning on Tuesday to add another blue to their collection in the handy.

“Patriot is a new horse, and he’s quite green,” Tosh explained. “Devon is only his third show facility. With the little mileage he has doing this, I didn’t know how he’d be, but he walked in here and was great. He’s been champion every time he’s shown, and he’s just a really fun horse. He’s super brave and careful, and he’s a beautiful jumper. He just tries harder every time, so he’s been great. We’re very excited to have him.”

The division’s reserve championship was awarded to Scott Stewart and Stephanie Danhakl’s stallion, Denver.

Earlier in the day, Nick Haness returned with Technicolor to claim the First Year Green Hunter championship. The duo started the day with two blues under their belt, and returned for the stake to wow the judges with their round, receiving a score of 95 and earning the blue ribbon.

Nick Haness and Technicolor

“It was pretty tight for the points for the championship,” Haness said. “I knew we had to come in strong for the last round to clench the championship. The pressure building up to it is so intense that once I walk into the ring, it’s so easy and natural and just so much fun. He makes it easy for me. He’s a really special horse.”

The reserve championship in the First Years went to Kelley Farmer and Publicized.

The Second Year Green Hunter division also wrapped up on Tuesday with Chris Payne and Truman taking home the division’s championship. The duo managed to best the competitive division with their three blue ribbons from Monday. Truman, who is owned by Debbie Bass, is only just returning to the show ring after having last year off.

“There are so many great horses in the Second Years,” Payne said. “Anybody could have won it at any time, and I’m just very fortunate that the cards fell my way. I’m so fortunate to have such a great horse, and Debbie Bass is an amazing owner that has allowed him to come into his own to be so successful. He’s never lost a hack class. He’s a beautiful mover, he’s a beautiful horse, and he always tries to be a good horse and do the right thing.”

Chris Payne and Truman

Hunt Tosh and Gotham took home the reserve championship in the Second Years.

The Grand Hunter Championship will be awarded on Wednesday, with the highlight $25,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby following on Thursday.

The final feature event during the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair will be the $225,000 Sapphire Grand Prix of Devon CSI4*, which takes place on Saturday evening.

The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is the longest running and largest outdoor multi-breed competition in the United States. With the grandeur of Philadelphia’s prestigious Main Line setting the stage, the event features a world-class field that annually ranks among the most prominent internationally. The event also includes the Country Fair that offers world-class shopping, rides and games for kids, multiple dining options and special entertainment events.

Rachel Shoemaker Defends Her Title in the Single Horse Championship at the Devon Horse Show 

Devon, PA – May 31, 2016 – It was déjà vu for Rachel Shoemaker, who earned the Single Horse Championship for the second consecutive year. Shoemaker drove away with her first blue ribbon and championship at Devon in 2015, and returned successfully to defend her title.

Shoemaker is the fifth generation of her family to compete at the Devon Horse Show, and she proudly represented her heritage driving the Willisbrook Farm’s Ralli Cart.

Along with the Challenge Trophy and tricolor ribbon, Shoemaker was presented the Championship Apron by Misdee Wrigley Miller.

Rachel Shoemaker Wins the Single Horse Championship

The skilled driver, sped to a first place finish in the Single Horse Scurry Tuesday night with a time of 74.176. The blue ribbon was not her first of the division, as she drove away with a victory in the Horse Single Harness, 2-Wheel class on Sunday, May 29. After a second-place finish in the Single Horse Pleasure Driving class, Shoemaker earned a total of 19 points to edge out her competition and defend the championship.

The reserve champion went to Tara Miliziano-Crowley, who handed Shoemaker her only second-place finish of the division. Miliziano-Crowley made her first appearance of the weekend in a Sutdebaker Phaeton in Tuesday night’s Single Horse Pleasure Driving class. She won the Devon blue ribbon and was awarded the Witteveen Friesian Perpetual Trophy.

The Coaching competitors returned to the Dixon Oval Tuesday evening to drive another class closer to the championship, which will take place Friday at approximately 8:30 p.m. John White drove his Road Coach Excelsior to his second consecutive victory in the division.

Mill Spring, NC – May 31, 2016 – Hunter Holloway of Topeka, KS, concluded a stellar week at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) during Tryon Spring 6, picking up major wins in the $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix on Friday, May 27, aboard VDL Bravo S, and earning her biggest career win to date in the $75,000 Tryon Resort Grand Prix with Cassevel. Competition at TIEC continues with Tryon Spring 7, featuring the second FEI CSI 3* of the 2016 Tryon Spring Series, beginning on Wednesday, June 1.

Holloway and Cassevel sealed the win, crossing through the jump-off timers in 43.373 seconds for the win, holding off David Blake of Wellington, FL, and Binkie, in what would have been their third consecutive grand prix win at the venue. Blake and Binkie finished in 44.86 seconds, while Bryn Sadler of Sante Fe, NM, and Bon Giorno rounded out the top three with a time of 46.257 seconds.

Hunter Holloway and Cassevel

Holloway and Cassevel are a relatively new pair, as the 2007 Holsteiner gelding was purchased from Derek Petersen less than a year ago. Holloway rode with a confidence that allowed her to excel in the pressure situations that arose in the jump-off round.

“We got him just over a year ago and I’ve taken my time with him and tried to really make him my horse. He’s a great horse and won some in Ocala, FL, and he’s just really consistent in the big classes. We’ll do more of the FEI on him this season and try for some good results.”

David Blake and Binkie

As the first to go in the order, Holloway and Cassevel nearly didn’t make the jump-off round, as they finished the track with a single time fault, but two rides later, course designer Hector Loyola adjusted the time allowed, moving the pair through to the short course.

“I thought both courses rode so well. I thought there were lot of turns that you really had to ride smartly,” said Holloway. “There were a few spaces of good gallop track and he has a big stride. I felt like I went in with a lot of confidence because I knew he could handle the course and it suited him.”

Bryn Sadler and Bon Giorno

Speaking candidly of her biggest career win, Holloway immediately complimented the heart and never-ending try of Cassevel, who she hopes will help her secure top results in FEI ranking classes throughout the remainder of the year.

“This was the biggest class I’ve ever won and it just is so exciting. It’s a great feeling and it’s only the second grand prix I’ve done with him, so this is a big result for us,” she smiled. “I am really proud of how my horses performed this week and I am just over the moon right now.”

Hunter Holloway and Cassevel in their presentation ceremony with groom Gerardo Lopez, Sharon Decker of TIEC, alongside Howard and Gwen Dvorkin.

“It’s been a very cool week for us. Each one of our grand prix horses has won a big class this past week. I think it’s a great feeling and it also makes you appreciate your horses. It’s such a great opportunity and we’re so lucky to have the rides on these guys. They’re a really special group and I just am so ecstatic right now,” she continued.

Holloway’s groom Gerardo Lopez was awarded with the Groom’s Initiative Award presented by Mark Bellissimo and the Tryon Equestrian Partners in recognition of his hard work and dedication to the care of Holloway’s grand prix mount Cassevel.

“Gerardo is absolutely incredible with our horses and we’re so lucky to have him. He takes impeccable care of them and he’s the only one I trust with my grand prix horses. He understands them and does an amazing job,” said Holloway. “He’s such an important part of our team and I’m so happy that he was recognized for his hard work.”

Holloway Continues to Win Piloting VDL Bravo S To $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix at TIEC

Holloway found herself atop the leaderboard once more at TIEC during Tryon Spring 6, this time after clinching the $25,000 Under 25 Grand Prix aboard VDL Bravo S. The duo finished the track in 38.426 seconds to secure the win. Bryn Sadler and Cezarro completed the short course in 42.426 seconds for second, while Holloway also piloted Cassevel to third place with a time of 42.426 seconds.

Hunter Holloway and VDL Bravo S

“I was happy with the way the course rode and I felt like all of the questions that were out there on course I was able to answer and had a plan,” commented Holloway. “I thought both of the horses felt really fit and ready to play today in this class.”

The Under 25 Grand Prix Series has become an incredible stepping-stone for some of the world’s most talented riders under the age of 25, offering an opportunity to gain valuable grand prix experience in a competitive atmosphere.

“The Under 25 Series is just a great division. It’s nice having a little separation and it allows us younger kids to get some really good exposure in the bigger rings and atmospheres. In this sport a lot of the top riders are able to stay at the top of the sport for so long, I think the series is really a great way to be able to test the bigger tracks and give your horses some great experience too.”

“These classes give you a sense of confidence that I think is really important when you start looking at competing in some of the bigger classes throughout the year,” she added.

Hunter Holloway and VDL Bravo S in their presentation ceremony with Maddy Stover of TIEC.

VDL Bravo S, a 2006 Dutch Warmblood gelding (Ephepe For Ever x Urbine S), has been a strong mount for Holloway and the duo have produced several top results throughout winter and spring season. Holloway feels that there is more to come from the pair, as they’ve just begun to find a rhythm this season.

“He’s an amazing horse. Just super brave and super easy to ride. I’m never really concerned with anything on course with him. We got him a little bit over a year ago and it has been a truly amazing experience,” she explained. “It’s a great horse and we have some truly great supporters behind us with Hays Investment Corp. and I’ve had a lot of success with him. I’m very excited for the future and what we have to come this season.”

Kristen Vanderveen Pilots Lucky Strike to Win in $25,000 1.50m Suncast® Open
Welcome Stake

Kristen Vanderveen of St. Charles, IL, guided Lucky Strike, owned by the Hays Investment Corp. to victory in the $25,000 1.50m Suncast® Open Welcome Stake on Thursday, May 26 at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC). Vanderveen and Lucky Strike finished the jump-off round in 38.551 seconds for the win, while David Blake of Wellington, FL, and Baron finished in second place with a time of 41.022 seconds. Darragh Kerins of Wellington, FL, and S&L Through The Looking Glass rounded out the top three crossing through the timers in 41.76 seconds.

Kristen Vanderveen and Lucky Strike

Lucky Strike, a 2006 Holsteiner gelding typically campaigned by Brandie Holloway, found his way to the winner’s circle with Vanderveen in the irons after Holloway was recently sidelined with an injury. The pair bested 10 combinations that returned for the jump-off round, while six pairs finished the afternoon with a double clear effort.

Jumper Highlights

In the CWD Low Adult Jumper 1.0m division Julia Gates of Easley, SC, and her own Sierra captured divisional honors for their performance throughout the week. Christine Henige of Maplewood, NJ, and her own Fixin’ earned reserve champion behind Gates.

Hunter Holloway of Topeka, KS, continued her dominance in the jumper ring, earning the Ariat Junior/Amateur Owner Jumper 1.30m division aboard Avant Guarde, owned by Serenity Ridge Farm. Holloway also collected reserve champion awards aboard Deluca Ace owned by Amy Hunter.

David Blake and Quantero 2, owned by Pine Hollow Farm, finished atop the leaderboard in the Nutrena 1.40m Open Jumper. Ricardo Villa of Campobello, SC, and Carolina split reserve honors with Daniel Bedoya of Magnolia, TX, and Quattro.

In the BMW Open Jumper 1.20m, Jamie Buis of Weston, FL, and VDL D’Inzeo finished the week as champions of the division, while Julio Ledesma of Wellington, FL, and Chaco 34, owned by Francesca Damasceno, captured the title of reserve champion.

Hunter & Equitation Highlights

Daniel Geitner of Aiken, SC, and Damocles, owned by Janet Peterson, took top honors in $2,500 USHJA National Hunter Derby, finishing the class on a final two round score of 181. Daniel Bedoya of Magnolia, TX, and Front Page, owned by Eduardo Leon, captured second place with a score of 178,5, while Penny Lombardo of Loxahatchee, FL, and Big Girls Don’t Cry, owned by Rodney Bross, earned third place with a score of 177.25.

Daniel Geitner and Damocles

Geitner and Damocles earned a first round score of 88 and returned for the handy round to receive a 93 to seal the win. Bedoya finished just behind Geitner with a 87.5 and rode to a score of 91 in the handy round. Lombardo finished the afternoon with the highest first round score, receiving an 89, and returned to earn an 88.25 in the handy round.

Josh Dolan of Wellington, FL, and Hidden Lane, owned by Page Tredennick, took top honors in the $1,000 USHJA Pre-Green Incentive with a score of 84. Daniel Bedoya and Playbook, owned by Monica Hanks, finished in second with a score of 83, while Bedoya also collected third place aboard Wynonna, owned by Loreanna Andrepont, with a score of 78.

The $1,000 Junior Hunter 3’3″/3’6″ Classic saw Hunter Holloway of Topeka, KS, and Entourage, owned by Hays Investment Corp., finish atop the leaderboard with a score of 175. Holloway also piloted The Governor, owned by Hays Investment Corp., to second place, with a two round score of 166. Grace Bridges of Eatonton, GA, and her own Sinful, collected third place with a final score of 162.

Randall Johnson of Clarksburg, MD, and Cantando owned by Greener Pastures, won the $1,000 Amateur-Owner Hunter 3’3″/3’6″ Classic with an overall score of 163. Kathryn Haefner of Hamburg, NY, and Columbus, owned by Kathryn Haefner LLC, finished in second with a score of 161, while Paige Wilson of Charlotte, NC, and her own Dicaprio, finished in third receiving a 155.

Jessica West of Charlotte, NC, and Orion’s Diamond Ace were awarded with top honors in the combined $500 Pony Hunter Green Pony Hunter Classic 2’3″/2’6″/3′ with an overall score of 162. Grayson Hutchins of Di, SC, and The Jaeckle Center’s TJC’s Black Pearl narrowly missed first place, receiving a total score of 161. Mary Hunter Millet of Hillsborough, NC, and Just 4 Me, owned by Virginia Rollins, collected third place with a total score of 160.

Hannah Loeffelbein and Watch Me, owned by Two Point Equestrian, LLC, took the ASPCA Maclay, while Ashley Parker of Irmo, SC, and her own Calvin Klein finished in second place. Mckenzie Shearon and Chezney, owned by Andrew Kocher, collected third place in the class.

The THIS Children’s Medal saw nine entries compete for the top title, while Peyton Kanstoroom and her own Centrico earned the victory with a score of 87. Rawleigh Harris of Mt. Pleasant, SC, piloted Redford, owned by Bryden LLC to second place with a score of 84. Abigail Poss of Locust Grove, GA, and her own Elvis finished in third place, with a final score of 83.

For more information on competition at TIEC and to see a full list of results, please visit  www.tryon.com.

Final Results $75,000 Tryon Resort Grand Prix

1. CASSEVEL, 2007 Holsteiner gelding by Cassini II x Tamara IX

HUNTER HOLLOWAY, Hays Investment Corp.: 0/0/43.373

2. BINKIE, 2006 Dutch Warmblood gelding by Larino x Whisper B

DAVID BLAKE, Pine Hollow Farm: 0/0/44.86

3. BON GIORNO, 1999 Swedish Warmblood gelding by Acacio 948 x Bon-Ami

Bryn Sadler, Showcase 81, LLC: 0/0/46.257

4. BARON, 2006 Dutch Warmblood gelding Ukato x Vera Van Veecaten

DAVID BLAKE, Pine Hollow Farm: 0/12/52.002

5. AJE CLUNY, 2004 Oldenburg gelding by Cash & Carry x Dorina

CHRISTIAN HEINEKING, AJE Equitation: 0/EL

6. HAPPY WANDOR VAN T ROOSAKKER, 2007 Belgian Warmblood stallion by Wandor van de Mispelaere

CARLOS RAMIREZ, Carolos Ramirez: 2/83.485

7. BULL RUN’S HOLY SMOKE, 2004 Belgian Warmblood mare by Wunder Boy van de Zuuthoeve x Belle

KRISTEN VANDERVEEN, Bull Run Jumpers, Inc: 4/74.366

8. QUATTRO, 2006 Dutch Warmblood gelding by Quasimodo Z x Olavsca F

DANIEL BEDOYA, Daniel Bedoya: 4/77.554

9. VDL BRAVO S, 2006 Dutch Warmblood gelding by Ephepe For Ever x Urbine S

HUNTER HOLLOWAY, Hays Investment Corp.: 4/77.804

10. NKH QUANTO, 2006 Holsteiner gelding by Quidam de Revel x I-Carina I

CHRISTIAN HEINEKING, NKH LLC: 4/80.327

11. FIFTY SHADES, 2008 Westphalian gelding by Call Me Number One x Sheltana

ANDREA TORRES GUERREIRO, Andrea Torres Guerreiro: 4/80.408

12. HHS LOUIS, 2006 Irish Sport Horse gelding by Quidam Junior x HHS Flowing

AMANDA FORTE, Cerulean Stables LLC: 4/81.053

Final Results $25,000 Tryon Spring VI Under 25

1. VDL BRAVO S, 2006 Dutch Warmblood gelding by Ephepe For Ever x Urbine S

HUNTER HOLLOWAY, Hays Investment Corp.: 0/0/38.426

2. CEZARRO, 2008 Bradenburg gelding by Cesaro x Nabell

BRYN SADLER, Showcase 81, LLC: 0/0/42.426

3. CASSEVEL, 2007 Holsteiner gelding by Cassini II x Tamara IX

HUNTER HOLLOWAY, Hays Investment Corp.: 0/0/43.076

4. NEPAL, 2002 Argentine gelding by G.S. Raimundo x Rye Grass Finest RP H-31

TAYLOR LAND, Jay Land: 0/8/40.576

5. KINGDOM, 2006 Irish Warmblood

CHRISTINA KELLY, Andrea O’Brien: 4/72.768

6. CROSSFIRE 10, 2002 Holsteiner gelding Caretino x Holsatia VI

HAYLEY WATERS, Mr. & Mrs. Chuck Waters: 12/72.608

7. CURTIS 57, 2007 Holsteiner gelding by Contact Me x Taramira

ALEXANDER OZYMY, Alexandra Ozymy: 12/76.423

8. TIP TOP COOL, 2007 Selle Francais gelding Quick Star x Gypsie des Hautes

STEVEN BLUMAN, Steven Bluman: 12/79.813

Final Results $25,000 1.50m Suncast® Welcome Stake

1. LUCKY STRIKE, 2006 Holsteiner gelding by Lasino x Imandra I

KRISTEN VANDERVEEN, Hays Investment Corp.: 0/0/38.551

2. BARON, 2006 Dutch Warmblood gelding Ukato x Vera Van Veecaten

DAVID BLAKE, Pine Hollow Farm: 0/0/41.022

3. S&L THROUGH THE LOOKING GLASS, 2008 Dutch Warmblood mare by Arkan x Roshai’s Last Tango

DARRAGH KERINS, S&L Farms: 0/0/41.76

4. BULL RUN’S HOLY SMOKES, 2004 Belgian Warmblood mare by Wunder Boy van de Zuuthoeve x Belle

KRISTEN VANDERVEEN, Bull Run Jumpers, Inc.: 0/0/41.963

5. NKH QUANTO, 2006 Holsteiner gelding by Quidam de Revel x I-Carina I

CHRISTIAN KEINEKING, NKH LLC: 0/0/42.927

6. HAPPY WANDOR VAN T ROOSAKKERT, 2007 Belgian Warmblood stallion by Wandor van de Mispelaere

CARLOS RAMIREZ, Carlos Ramirez: 0/0/46.956

7. BULL RUN’S ETERNAL, 2003 Belgian Warmblood gelding by Toulon x Corry

KRISTEN VANDERVEEN, Bull Run Jumpers One LLC: 0/4/39.938

8. HHS LOUIS 2006 Irish Sport Horse gelding by Quidam Junior x HHS Flowing

AMANDA FORTE, Cerulean Stables LLC: 0/4/42.562

9. GLORIX VAN DE MISPELAERE, 2006 Belgian Warmblood gelding by Labamba x Ariel van de Mispelaere

JENNA FRIEDMAN, Jenna Friedman: 0/4/44.035

10. FIFTY SHADES, 2008 Westphalian gelding Call Me Number One x Sheltana

ANDREA TORRES GUERREIRO, Andrea Torres Guerrerio:

11. GANDOR DE WALPUT, 2006 Warmblood gelding by Wandor van de Mispelaere x Ursala

BENJAMIN ROSICHAN, Benjamin Rosichan: 3/79.21

12. NEPAL, 2002 Argentine gelding by G.S. Raimundo x Rye Grass Finest RP H-31

TAYLOR LAND, Jay Land: 4/70.302

Photo Credit ©ManciniPhotos. These photos may only be used once in relation to this press release.

East Dorset, Vermont – Canadian competitors have big incentives to look forward to at the 2016 Vermont Summer Festival as the $10,000 Canadian Circuit Awards return to the six-week circuit running from July 5 through August 14, 2016, at Harold Beebe Farm in East Dorset, VT.

The Canadian Circuit Awards are an effort made by Vermont Summer Festival management to reward loyal Canadian competitors who choose to make Vermont a stop on their summer show schedule.

Canada’s Tommy Feigel will once again be competing at the Vermont Summer Festival, hoping to take home his share of the bonus money offered in the $10,000 Canadian Circuit Awards. Photo by David Mullinix Photography

The $10,000 Canadian Circuit Awards will be presented to high-point hunter and jumper champions and reserve champions who hail from Canada at the conclusion of the circuit. The $10,000 in bonus money will be divided between the highest ranking jumper and hunter champions, each receiving $3,000, as well as $2,000 awarded to the reserve champions with the most cumulative points.

“We have a strong contingent of Canadian riders who spend their summers in Vermont,” said Ruth Lacey, Marketing Director of the Vermont Summer Festival. “We know that riders and trainers have many choices when it comes to deciding their show schedule and we wanted to make an effort to show our appreciation of the support given to us by Canadian riders.”

A regular competitor at the Vermont Summer Festival, Tommy Feigel of Ottawa, ON, cashed in during the 2015 season by accumulating a total of 37.5 points in the jumper ring over six weeks to win $3,000 as the Canadian Circuit Jumper Champion. He also successfully competed in the hunter ring to earn a total of 74.5 total points for the Canadian Circuit Hunter Reserve Championship, pocketing $2,000.

“It’s always great to have an opportunity for special awards, but to have an award that has the ability to encourage more Canadians to come to Vermont is even better!” said Feigel. “I was lucky enough to win such a generous offering. It’s a great reason for any rider – hunter or jumper – to spend their summer in Vermont.”

Feigel’s accolades in 2015 were highlighted by a fourth-place finish in the $10,000 New Balance Welcome Stake, presented by Manchester Designer Outlets, and second place in the $30,000 Battenkill Grand Prix, presented by The Inns at Equinox. Feigel’s mount on both occasions was Analyze This, owned by Equestrian Concepts, Ltd.

After jumping to Canadian Circuit Award honors on both hunter and jumper mounts, Feigel is again focused on success in both rings for 2016.

“I have a nice group of horses, so the Canadian Circuit Awards are a goal again,” said Feigel. “I want to make a pretty good run at it with my grand prix horse, as well as make some hunter derby appearances.”

For Feigel, prize money incentives aren’t the only reason he chooses Vermont as his summer showing destination, saying, “It’s a very well-organized show, but for me and a lot of others, the area is a big part of the attraction. It has so much to offer, from great restaurants and shopping to outdoor activities.”

The Vermont Summer Festival is New England’s largest hunter/jumper competition and offers more than $750,000 in prize money, making it the richest sporting event based on purse in the state of Vermont. For over 20 years, the Vermont Summer Festival has attracted exhibitors and their families to the Manchester region in southern Vermont for great competition in an ideal summer setting.

To view more information on course designers, as well as entry and schedule information for the Vermont Summer Festival, click here.

North Salem, NY – June 3, 2016 – On September 14-18, 2016, the American Gold Cup CSI-W is set to return to scenic Old Salem Farm in North Salem, New York. The popular and prestigious show jumping classic annually attracts an international field of world-class riders for what has once again become one of America’s most popular show jumping events.

The four-decade long history of the American Gold Cup has seen stops in Tampa, Florida, Moreland Hills, Ohio and Devon, Pennsylvania, but none of the previous facilities have matched the popularity of the beautiful show grounds at Old Salem Farm in Westchester County, NY. With millions of dollars in improvements, the show has grown in popularity year after year and has consistently placed as one of the highest ranked horse show’s on the North American Rider’s Group’s list of the best shows in America.

Richie Maloney and Carrabis Z, Winners of the $215,000 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping New York at the 2015 American Gold Cup. Photo by The Book LLC.

In addition to the exciting show jumping, the American Gold Cup will host the all-important ASPCA Maclay Regionals for Zones 1 and 2.

With first-class competition returning annually, the prestigious Gold Cup Trophy displays the names of twelve United States Olympians, six of them Gold medalists, along with two Pan American Games Gold medalists and six World Cup Champions who have all led the round of honor at the American Gold Cup. This history makes the Gold Cup one of America’s toughest show jumping tests, and what has become the proving grounds of champions and the launch pad for many of the sport’s future show jumping stars.

Now entering its 46th year, and fifth year at Old Salem, the American Gold Cup competition will play host to five Longines FEI Rankings events, culminating with the prestigious $220,000 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping New York, where the top riders will compete for the American Gold Cup. Also on the agenda, the $86,000 American Gold Cup Qualifier, the $86,000 Fidelity Investments Classic, the $35,000 Welcome Stake and the $35,000 Derby. The American Gold Cup is one of only seven events that comprise the East Coast division of the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping North American League.

The honor of becoming part of the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping North American League was well deserved as the American Gold Cup provides a wonderful weekend of family entertainment in a gorgeous, comfortable setting just an hour north of New York City, America’s hub for entertainment and sports broadcasting. Those that attend the event can enjoy a casual family experience with easy bleacher or hillside seating with a huge variety of shopping and cuisine choices throughout the grounds.

Laura Kraut and Deauville S at the 2015 American Gold Cup. Photo by The Book LLC.

There’s also the chance to go first class and really do it up in style, taking advantage of the wonderful hospitality packages offered at the event.  You can enjoy every possible comfort at the gorgeous bi-level VIP Hospitality pavilion located directly ringside with a fabulous view of the competition arena. Gourmet food services, professional wait staffs and of course, your favorite beverages are available throughout the day. But, it suggested that you get your reservations in early, as the tables always sell out quickly.

For further information, or for tickets for this year’s extravaganza are already on sale. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for children over 12 years of age. Tickets for seniors are $15. Click here to get your tickets now!

Wednesday through Friday the American Gold Cup competition is free to the public.

For tickets or more information about this year’s event, please click here.

Jumping / CSI4* / Table A
Competition Nr.: 244
Obst.H./Cl.: 145

Jumping / CSI3* / Table A
Competition Nr.: 01
Obst.H./Cl.: 145

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source: www.fei.org

2  June  2016

source: www.fei.org

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