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America’s Premiere Horse Show Magazine
The Style Issue Inside
March 2015 Featuring style icons… AliBoo Farm • Bizi Bee Boutique Bridgeport Farm • GhoDho • Katherine Cosmetics Kathryn Lily Equestrian • The Clymb
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BRIDGEPORT FARMS
Congratulates John Bragg
SOCIAL HOUR HITS Thermal
CHAMPION DEVOCOUX HUNTER PRIX, WEEKS 1, 2, 4, 5 CHAMPION 1ST YEAR GREEN WORKING HUNTERS, WEEK 5 MID-CIRCUIT RESERVE CHAMPION 1ST YEAR GREEN Owner: Laura Strasburg
THE OAKS ~ WOODSIDE JOHN BRAGG 949.338.7095 PHOTO © ESI PHOTOGRAPHY
BRIDGEPORT FARMS
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Congratulates Brooke Morin
MANHATTAN HITS Thermal
MID-CIRCUIT CHAMPION CHILDREN'S HUNTERS 13&U
THE OAKS ~ WOODSIDE JOHN BRAGG 949.338.7095 PHOTO © ESI PHOTOGRAPHY
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BRIDGEPORT FARMS
Congratulates Brooke Morin
PARTY FAVOR MID-CIRCUIT CHAMPION LARGE PONY HUNTERS
MADELINE MID-CIRCUIT CHAMPION MEDIUM PONY HUNTERS
ALWAYS HAPPY MID-CIRCUIT CHAMPION PONY EQUITATION
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BRIDGEPORT FARMS
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Congratulates John Bragg
LUKATONI HITS Thermal
RESERVE CHAMPION 1ST YEAR GREEN WORKING HUNTERS, WEEK 2 RESERVE CHAMPION $10,000 DEVOCOUX HUNTER PRIX 3RD $5,000 DEVOCOUX HUNTER PRIX, WEEK 5 Owner: Pamela Moellenhoff
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BRIDGEPORT FARMS
Congratulates Pamela Moellenhoff
SERANTINO HITS Thermal
CHAMPION A/A HUNTERS 46-55 WEEK 4 MID-CIRCUIT RESERVE CHAMPION A/A HUNTERS 46-55 2014
PCHA ADULT AMATEUR CHAMPION, 36-49 USHJA HOTY ADULT AMATEUR, 35 AND OVER
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BRIDGEPORT FARMS
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Congratulates Anna Moellenhoff
GENTRY
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HITS Thermal
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RESERVE CHAMPION $5,000 PLATINUM PERFORMANCE HUNTER PRIX
MID-CIRCUIT RESERVE CHAMPION MODIFIED CHILDREN'S HUNTERS
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RESERVE CHAMPION MODIFIED CHILDREN'S HUNTERS WEEK 2
PCHA LOW CHILDREN'S HUNTERS, RESERVE CHAMPION
CHAMPION MODIFIED CHILDREN'S HUNTERS WEEK 3
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JOHN FRENCH and FOREIGN AFFAIR Owned by Hiller Farms
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FROM THE EDITOR:
Pg. 18 TPH Contributors
Piper’s Favorite Horse Show Shoes:
Pg. 20 TPH Interns Pg. 22 Instagrams to Envy Pg. 26 West Coast Style Pg. 27 Book Review: The Horse is Never Wrong Pg. 28 Kim Harries: Fit to Ride Pg. 30 Rebecca Odom
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Pg. 34 Four Generations to Katherine Cosmetics Pg. 36 Best of Equitex Tack Rooms Pg. 38 Genesee Derby 2015 Pg. 60 AliBoo Farm Brings US Sporthorse Breeding to the Next Level
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Pg. 66 Daniel Bluman Pg. 70 Cover Story: Shiloh Roseboom ON THE COVER: SHILOH ROSEBOOM AT HITS THERMAL. PHOTO © HOLLY CASNER.
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TPH CONTRIBUTORS
SHANNON BOWER, of Stanfordville, NY, is an intern at Phelps Media Group in Wellington, FL. She graduated from Bridgewater College in 2014 with a degree in Biology with an Equine Studies minor. She competes two of her horses, Bastille and PL Quintessential, in the jumpers.
KATIE COOK, of Newport Beach, CA, is a sales rep for Equitex Custom Stable Accessories. Cook works with clients from all over North America with tack room design, horse show set-ups, trunks, and custom horse blankets. Based in Napa, CA, Equitex combines cutting edge fabrics and technology with superior craftsmanship and style to create beautiful products for equestrians.
EMILY RIDEN, of Wellington, FL, represents some of the industry's leading horse shows, equestrian brands, and riders as a public relations account executive for Phelps Media Group.
HOLLY CASNER, of Temecula, CA, is a portrait photographer that specializes in capturing the bond and relationship between horse and rider. She is also assistant trainer to Nick Haness of Hunterbrook Farms, also based in Temecula. She recently realized her dream of owning her own horse and is looking forward to competing with her new partner, Kenny.
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OLIVIA FERRO, 13, South Hadley, MA, is in the 8th grade at the MacDuffie School. She currently shows in the small ponies, medium ponies, and medium children's ponies and rides at Orion Farm with Linda Evans. @rowfintinaphotos
DOMINIQUE GONZALEZ, 15, of Ocala FL, is a sophomore in high school who rides at her family’s farm, TM Hills Farm International, with her father (and trainer) Terry Gonzalez. She currently shows in equitation, hunters, and jumpers and is working toward Maclay Finals in 2015. @dominique4142
CAROLINE NICKOLAUS, 19, of Dix Hills, NY, is a college student who has a passion for horses and writing. After college, she plans on moving to Wellington, FL to work and ride. She has a horse named Bentley who she shares with her sister. @caroline_Nickolaus
JORDAN COBB, 13, of Austin, Texas, is currently an eighth grader. She shows her two ponies on the AA circuit in green pony hunters and large pony hunters. @kj_behind_the_camera
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The Horse Is Never Wrong By Mary Pagones A Review by Plaid Horse Intern Morgan Bullock This is a novel is about a sophomore high school student named Heather who has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Heather excels in some areas of school, but struggles with others. She doesn’t have any close friends and has difficulty with social interactions but this starts to change when her mom suggests Heather take riding lessons at a nearby stable. The experience is scary at first, but Heather soon begins to find her stride. Pagones grabs your attention with her firstperson insight. Her style of writing is easily relatable to both high school students who may not ride, as well as to experienced riders. She does an excellent job of using the correct terminology and avoids “dumbed-down” language. You will lose yourself in this story of how a teenage girl overcomes her label and excels in a new and challenging experience. I’d recommend this book to anyone who knows how life-changing horses can be. The author has written a sequel, which I plan to read as well!
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Fit to Ride: Plan to Suceed BY KIM HARRIES Sitting up taller, stretching your leg down around the horse more, sitting deeper in the tack and staying with your horse in the air over a jump are just a few things that require strength to do well. Whether it is core strength in your back and abdominal muscles, leg strength from your quads and hamstrings or all of the above having a great training program outside of the arena is critical to making each ride your best, the question is how do we fit it all in? Work, kids, relationships, and life in general can take precious time in the day. The best way I have found to maximize my time is to plan ahead. Preparing a few things before I leave the house, or even the night before, if I’m feeling really ambitious, can take me straight from the gym to the barn or from barn to gym seamlessly. Lolë Lilly Tote
The first thing you will need is a great bag. I have a few favorites that are not only stylish but very user friendly and won’t break the show budget for the month. SPORT BAG: The Lole Lilly Tote comes out on top. This bag has it all – a place for your water bottle, cell phone and shoes – as versatile as they come. The Lilly Tote goes from shoulder bag to backpack with no effort at all leaving your hands free. Rebecca Ray has several stylish bags in her line and many can be seen and bought at horse shows around the country. The Maryann Tote is a great, versatile bag that has tons of room and wears great. Patagonia has long been known for reliable gear and the Atom Sling Bag is no different. This minimalist carryall is so ergonomically friendly you’ll forget you are wearing it. Patagonia Atom Sling
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WHAT TO TAKE? Here are a few great essentials that I try not to be without when travelling around town. I like to do a mid-day “freshen up” whenever I can’t find time to stop back by the house on my way to wherever I’m off to next – which is a lot of the time!
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• WATER BOTTLE: Being a bit of a “water bottle junkie” I can assure you that I have tried nearly all of them. From the sippers and wide mouths, big and small, metal and plastic, one winner emerges for me – Hydroflask. These are quality bottles, with functional designs and fun colors. Your water will stay at whatever temperature you want for the entire day. Various sizes and styles suit every need, the down side is that they are a bit pricey. But if it makes you drink more water and skip the sugary, caffeinated stuff, it’s worth it. • DEODORANT PICK: Pit Paste Natural Deodorant. Who wants a bunch of chemicals on their skin? Pit Paste is a great alternative to run-of-the-mill choices and it has a pleasant light scent and lasts throughout the day. • ODOR INSURANCE: Body Mint Sport – freshness from within. These tiny chlorophyll tablets go a long way in keeping all odors in check. Confidence in a bottle! • CLEAN IT UP: Always Clean Towel-ettes. These premoistened towelettes are alcohol free so they won’t dry out your skin and they come in a re-closeable package so they stay perfectly moistened through to the last one. • BEST FACE FORWARD: Cetaphil Face Wipes. Tidy and easy to use, these cleansing cloths are gentle on the skin and give you back your morning brightness, even if you have been riding and/or teaching all morning. I top all this off with a little Burt’s Bees Replenishing Lip Balm and I’m off to my next appointment feeling ready for the rest of the day. Putting this bag together will ensure that you have all that you need to get to your workout when you are on the go. All the Best in Health, Kim Harries
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BY PLAID HORSE INTERN JORDAN COBB REBECCA ODOM, 16, OF AUSTIN, TEXAS, HAS BEEN SHOWING IN THE USHJA INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBIES SINCE SHE WAS 13.
The International Derbies are widely known as the highest level of hunters, and many top junior riders and professionals alike strive to win at shows all year in hopes of qualifying for International Derby Finals. Rebecca started her Intl. Derby career with 2002 American-Bred mare, Christabel. Before Rebecca began riding Christabel, the mare didn't have much experience at heights over 3ft, so she has had experience with inexperienced horses. After training and practice, she was able to qualify for and show at Derby Finals at only age 13, a rare and impressive feat. Rebecca credits much of her success in the derby ring to the practice she has had with Christabel. She says after having shown in the derbies with Christabel, “I wasn’t nearly as nervous, knew what to expect, and was able to ride the course to the best of Everest’s ability.” Last year, Rebecca was looking for a junior hunter/derby prospect, and bought Everest soon after he was imported at age 7. Since he had never shown in the hunters, Rebecca thought he might have a bit of a challenge switching to the hunter ring from the jumpers, but she said, “He was surprisingly easy! He was a little green and spooky in the beginning as is to be expected, but if you got on him now, you would think he has been a hunter his whole life!” In fact, Rebecca said there aren't any major challenges for him to show in the top level of hunters, and she even thought his jumper experience had helped him in some aspects. She noted, “He turns very easily and is able to keep his balance well,” which is a skill that any good jumper is forced to acquire and is crucial to the complex handys that come with Intl. Derbies. She also recognized that his experience of jumping higher jumps helps them easily execute the high options, which is one of the things she loves about him; she commented ,“he’s such a freak honestly.” The Saturday of Winter Series II in Katy, TX, started off in a dense fog which lifted as Rebecca and Everest showed to the top of their Junior Hunter
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classes in the morning. After a long day of waiting, the indoor ring was set up with the elaborate and tall jumps that characterize International Derbies. It was Everest’s second time showing in the International Derbies, so Rebecca only hoped to lay down solid trips. But after executing a more than solid trip with all the high options, their scores were announced, and it became clear that their dominating 87 and 89 had put them in a postition to win the whole thing, which would be a first for Rebecca. Going into the handy round, which started with two high-option verticals that were fairly airy, Rebecca worried about
rails, but after showing she said, “He showed I had worried for no reason.” Rebecca also said, “There weren't tons of options for turns, so I just kept it clean and simple in hopes of holding the lead,” and that is exactly what she did. She jumped the course last having been the first round’s leader, and as she walked out of the ring, it was announced that her and Everest’s efforts had won. And if you were to ask about her scores she would simply say, “I was too busy crying at the in-gate to notice.” PHOTOS © JORDAN COBB.
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Katherine Cosmetics: Our Story BY KATHERINE “ANNIE” FINCH Katherine Cosmetics is a travel-friendly makeup brand filled with innovation and style. Our products are designed with you in mind – a real person living a full life who wants to look and feel beautiful every day!
progressive and productive, and who share a deep appreciation for beauty and the people that surround us in life. Katherine Cosmetics continues to carry on this legacy in everything we do. The Katherine Cosmetics brand also reflects my New York/California equestrian lifestyle – energetic, positive, fresh, sporty and chic. Katherine Cosmetics offers a number of lifestyle makeup collections... THE EVERYDAY BEAUTY COLLECTION Makeup that is perfect for long days at school, at the office, or, of course, with the horses. The Everyday Beauty Collection offers multi-tasking products that are a dream to apply and will stay on all day, helping you feel beautiful, energized, and confident in just five simple steps:
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OUR STORY The inspiration was easy… real life. After working 23 years with the number-one beauty brand in the world, I decided it was time to take my experience and share it. The brand name ”Katherine” was inspired by my family; I am part of four generations of Katherines – strong-minded women who have been both
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Step 1, Protect with Wow Stick SPF skin tone perfector. Step 2, conceal with Everyday Concealer. Step 3, color with Crème Blush and Shimmer Gloss (or an A+ Friends Lipstick). Step 4, line with Everyday Eyeliner with built-in brush. and Step 5, lengthen with Everyday Mascara. THE K-SPORT BEAUTY COLLECTION Active life, real women, real beauty – beauty that's rested and refreshed with a healthy glow and, of course, protected with some sunscreen. The K-Sport Beauty Collection was launched because we believe in beauty products for real life – makeup that you can count on when you’re riding, working out, or just relaxing.
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The K-Sport Beauty collection includes the K-Sport WOW Stick with SPF 20 that evens out skin tone and protects your skin without the heavy makeup look or feel of foundation. Also included is our K-Sport Lip Protection Gloss with a broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 20 sunscreen – a first! And, of course, named after my horses, Swing and Cloudy.
THE A+ FRIENDS LIPSTICK COLLECTION Our lives would not be complete without our friends! So, continuing in the Katherine tradition of appreciation and gratitude for true friends, I created the A+ Friends Lipstick Collection in their honor. The collection offers 12 custom shades in all – from “Tara”, a sheer chapstick to “Patricia”, a cool frosted mauve. And in the spirit of friendship, each of my A+ friends has chosen a charity that Katherine Cosmetics commits to giving back with every lipstick purchase made. For example, Patricia supports the Equus Foundation. Tara gives back to Thrive Animal Rescue. So Susies 65 Roses supports the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. As a company we also support the CFF – they are so close to finding a cure. We love our #allthingskatherine world and we love sharing it with all of you… Our #katherinegirls spread the word by living a full, productive, healthy life, doing good, giving back, looking amazing, and of course riding horses! Please join us – and share #katherinemoments on Instagram (@katherinecosmetics) and Facebook. See all of our amazing products and read more about our story and the history of the Katherines online at katherinecosmetics.com. Beyond grateful, Katherine (Annie) xo
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Tack Room Style BY KATIE COOK • It is said that style is a way to say who you are without having to speak. As any horse show competitor knows, that first impression of how a rider presents herself is vital to success. Behind the scenes, beautiful tack room set ups are often a window into the trainer’s program. Maintaining efficient, organized and peaceful spaces, despite the high stress of the competition, hint at the experience of training with such a barn. While it may seem that some of the tack rooms at the larger competitions are over the top, the discerning customer comes to expect such an environment at the horse shows. Putting a polished tack room together, or building on an existing one, can really change the overall impression of a barn and be a boost to a training or sales business. The key elements of an effective horse show set up are actually quite simple. Building on each area takes time and money, but something beautiful can be created within any budget. ➜ SIGNAGE Visibility is key when it comes to barn signs. Take pride in your name and barn logo, or announce your farm location by keeping signs easy to read, simple, and in plain view. Embroidered name banners, hanging panels, chrome or brass signs or elaborate carved wooden signs are all lovely options. ➜ SEATING AREAS Awnings are often the only way to get a break from the sun, and provide shelter on rainy days, while enclosure drapes can be zipped shut for security and privacy and night. While the frame and awning top can seem like a lot to put together, a second set of hands and a little practice make this an easy item to add to a set up space. Furniture options range from comfortable couches for those who have room in a cargo trailer, to efficiently transported directors chairs and folding card tables with custom
covers. A pleasant seating area does not have to be elaborate, but shade and a comfortable chair are definitely horse show must haves. ➜ DRESSING ROOMS This is a common necessity for the larger barns who need a place for riders to keep their belongings. These extra stalls can be used for everything from chiropractic and massage spaces to dog kennels. Dressing rooms often have snack areas, refrigerators, coat racks, or even custom covered wardrobes where riders can hang their garment bags. A popular item is the changing screen, which offers privacy and an element of security without having to zip the fabric doors shut. ➜ TRUNKS AND STORAGE Most horse owners have tack trunks to transport and store their equipment at horse shows, and nothing is more impressive than a long row of matching trunks in front of each horse’s stall in a barn aisle. For barns with many mismatched vinyl trunks, re-paneling is a cost effective way to make them all coordinate and look new again. Covers should always be
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used for transporting trunks and valets to protect them from damage. ➜ STALL DRAPES Horse show stabling varies greatly, from large permanent stalls at the Del Mar Racetrack, to portable tents at HITS, it is important to find set up solutions that work for diverse locations. Stall drapes made out of a weather resistant fabric like Sunbrella will create a beautiful space no matter where you are competing. Many barns choose to cover the first stall and dressing area, while others drape the stall of every horse, creating an impressive look. ➜ THE FINAL TOUCHES Dog pens, stall guards and gates, saddle and bridle racks, stable boards, and name plates for each horse are more effective ways to personalize the space and have fun with all the custom options. Use sod, plants and flowers to finish off the look.
Some tips to create your perfect horse show space: Be realistic – do you have a team of grooms to help with something elaborate or will you be putting your set up together with the help of your barnmates and parents? It is important to know what you can accomplish in one day at a horse show, especially if everyone has to prepare the stalls, ride, teach, get entries done, etc. Be yourself – Are you edgy and outgoing? Or conservative and traditional? Let your personality shine through with the details like your logo, valance styles and the colors you choose. Have some fun with framed photos, artwork or outdoor lighting. Have a plan – When purchasing a new set up, most people start small. Just like building or designing a house, there are ways to create a great looking tack room on a budget, but it is important to have a plan and an overall vision. Adding to the set up in pieces is a good way to slowly build something beautiful, but stick with your plan and make smart decisions about the order in which to purchase items. Keep it simple – Everything in the barn should serve a purpose. Hauling around elaborate items that are not useful or important just makes everyone involved in the set up frustrated, no matter how cool it may look. However, going back to “being yourself”, if you must have a fountain out front to maintain your zen during a horse show, by all means, bring it! Whether you’re a hunter princess, a no-nonsense jumper trainer, or someone in between, tack room style is the art of creating an efficient space that represents your true personality.
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Gem of the Genesee Valley The Derby at the Genesee Country Village and Museum By Emily Riden • Nestled in the heart of western New York, is a horse rich valley, known as Genesee. Abundant in horse farms, the valley is home to one of the oldest hunt clubs in the nation, the Genesee Valley Hunt. It’s also home to Brian Brown, a horseman and show manager raised in western New York, who is no stranger to the rich equestrian legacy of the area. In 2013, Brown saw an opportunity to bring that legacy to the forefront and to allow others to ‘experience the hunt of years gone by.’ That’s the concept that he had in mind when he approached the Genesee Country Village & Museum (GCV&M) about hosting a USHJA International Hunter Derby – an event unlike anything that the living history museum had ever seen before. Perhaps thanks to the rich equestrian heritage of the area or perhaps thanks to the museum’s own ties to the horse world through it’s founding family, the Wehles, who themselves are well-engrained in the equestrian community, the museum agreed and The Derby at the GCV&M was born. In 2014, The Derby became one of only two stand-alone USHJA International Hunter Derby events in the country. The two day event, held in early June at the museum in Mumford, New York, featured both a $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby and a $35,000 USHJA International Hunter Derby and was met with rave reviews in it’s inaugural year. Both derbies attracted large crowds, and the International Hunter Derby brought in some of the leading names in the hunter sport including Kelley Farmer, Evan Coluccio and western New York resident Jennifer Alfano who had nothing but high praise for the first event. “This is going to become huge. I think this is going to be one of these places that they’re going to have to turn people away because that field is unbelievable,” Alfano said. “It’s beautiful. It rode great. With the museum here you have kind of a built in spectator base.” The GCV&M not only helped attract the spectators in abundance, it created the perfect backdrop for top of the line hunter competition. “What the USHJA has outlined in their derby specs represents very much where our hunters today come from, from the hunt field,” said Brown. “At the [Genesee Country] Village and Museum, we are able to provide a canvas that meets those specs and reflects that heritage.” Now, Brown has already turned his attentions to preparing that canvas for an even bigger and better year in 2015 when The Derby at GCV&M returns June 6 – 7, 2015.
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WILL SIMPSON WITH KATIE RIDDLE. PHOTO © HEIDI KEENEY.
“I study a lot of sports Psychology a nd I am just in the groove right now. Mario Soto is the main man for me with this and he has made a big difference, it’s all working and he is a major part of it.” ~ Olympic Gold Medalist Will Simpson
Inside Your Mind: Winter Circuits BY SPORTS PSYCHOLOGY CONSULTANT MARIO SOTO FROM HITS THERMAL PHOTOS: HEIDI KEENEY
People plan vacations around equestrian winter circuits and the idea is to have fun, meet people from around the country who have a common love, and test oneself. In the equestrian world as well as in other sports, the higher the caliber of ability or stakes, the harder it can be to let go of the notion that we are all human and this is a nonperfect sport. In baseball, players must deal with the reality that it is a game of failure. If you strike out 7/10 times at the pro level but are successful 3 at bats you are potentially a Hall of Famer and making a very comfortable living. However, for many people this concept is foreign and challenging to grasp. In the competitive world of Equestrian riding aren’t there times when we look at ourselves in the same way? How many times have you beaten yourself up because you didn’t place or get a ribbon, carried that “last ride” with you into a ring and sabotaged your opportunity, or failed to enjoy yourself because your ride wasn’t as “perfect” as it should have been according to your standards? There is a lot at stake when planning a trip to HITS Thermal or other winter circuits and life doesn’t stop just so that you can spend a few days, weeks or months trying to see how you compare with some of the other “big dogs” in the sport. Time away from home, job and or family, logistics of getting your horses there, dealing with grooms, trainer or barn drama, equipment, hotel or rental management, event scheduling, and of course outside life distractions that all come into play just as you are about to enter into the ring. Sound familiar? Stressful? Absolutely, especially if you are without any tools or skills to learn how to get yourself out of what I refer to as the red zone. So like my elite athletes, I am going to provide you with a few grains of wisdom so that you too can hopefully put your Thermal experience into its proper perspective and enjoy your time. First, remember that you are choosing to be here at Thermal and there are worse places where you can be. Make a choice to be here and enjoy yourself. Tiger Woods was once asked what he thought of after a shot during competition and his response
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was, “ I take in the sights and put one foot in front of the other until I get close to my ball. Then I start the process of thinking about my next shot.” Don’t think about your next ride until that event is upon you and be sure to enjoy the sights around you so that you are smiling as you prepare for your warm up ring. Second, “be here and be clear”. What I mean by this is that once you’ve decided to make the commitment of spending the necessary resources to get yourself here, now also make a commitment of leaving your outside world out of the arena (and saddle) so that you can give yourself the best opportunity for success. Leave your past rides and distractions out of the saddle until the ride is over and you are ready to deal with them. There’s a time and place for them and it’s not while you are preparing for your upcoming ride. Third, everyone is different and no one is perfect so don’t try to be. Work on getting better, doing the best you can so that over an accumulation of time, you’ve grown so much that you’ve steadily improved and become more consistent in your riding. By the way, how can you expect perfection when you have a 1,500 lbs. variable called a horse that sometimes has its own agenda you must deal with? When I work with prizefighters I sometimes use the analogy of learning how to win ugly rather than lose pretty. This means having a realistic goal, going for it with all you’ve got, and debriefing after the ride. Don't try to impress rather than just ride and don’t compare yourself to others who have much more experience. It’s an unfair and unrealistic comparison and will only lead to disappointment. Focus on being the best version of you that day, that moment within the ride, and be ok with that. It’s all that you have control of. Lastly, if you are bringing doubt or anything other than confidence and focus into your rides
(an argument with your trainer moments before), those thoughts will distract you from doing your best. It’s like having multiple riders join you in the saddle while competing. Take charge of the ring, have the horse know who is in charge of the performance through your thoughts and actions, and then go do what you have chosen to do with a smile. Happy competing! I wish you many blue ribbons, and I will see you in Thermal! Coach Mario Mario Soto, M.S. Sport Performance and Psychology Consultant mariosoto.com • 949-929-0677
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AliBoo Farm: The Next Level in US Sporthorse Breeding As the Stallion Issue was read by Plaid Horse readers all over the country last month, the most discussed ad by far was the “50 Shades of Neigh” AliBoo Farm three stallion portrait. In this article, we learn more about why we should be talking about Taylor Flury and AliBoo Farm and the contributions they are making to the current Sporthorse breeding renaissance in the US. Of the 8-10 stallions on the property of AliBoo Farm at any given time, three are currently standing at stud. “Performance is so important,” explains AliBoo Farm rider and Manager Taylor Flury. “Some of the stallions are younger, so we haven’t offered them for breeding yet, and some belong to clients. We believe both the stallions and the mares have to perform to breed them.” The select boutique breeding at AliBoo is eagerly anticipated, with the sales already of 3 of their 7 expected foals in utero. “We are starting to sell a lot in utero because we have high quality performance
mares and breed them to unique stallions,” says Flury. “When you buy in utero, you can choose what you like even if you aren’t able to get it in your own breeding program. You can choose the mare to have offspring to either raise as a performance horse or to be part of your own breeding program.” Flury, 24, and the AliBoo team – mostly consisting of her family – bring horses all the way from foaling to the Grand Prix level. “We love raising our own young ones, bringing them along and watching them transform from foals to horses,” says Flury.
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AliBoo Farm is a true family business: Flury’s mom, Janet, is the business head and is with every mare as she foals; her dad hauls the horses and keeps the property maintained; her brother works with the babies and helps her at shows; and her sister Alison is an amateur who rides, shows, and helps Flury set jumps on weekends. Flury balances fun with high expectations with her horses. She trail rides all her youngsters at home and got the horse show buzzing in Feburary when she took Role Model, who had won the $25,000 Queenie Productions Grand Prix the day before, out for a bareback hack around the horse show grounds. Flury’s relaxed style has a time and place, however. All of AliBoo Farm's stallions ship in the trailer together and have the expectation of good behavior at the horse shows. “If they’re not well-behaved, they should not be kept a stallion. They need correct bloodlines, correct conformation, and good personalities, but if they also cannot be managed and be the whole package, it's not safe for everyone to keep them a stallion, so we don’t.” Setting boundaries and treating stallions like horses has helped Flury successfully manage the ones she does have. “As young stallions, they have to learn their limits and boundaries. Respect their personal space and they learn to respect yours. But you have to always pay attention to them – where they are and what they are doing. You can’t just be walking around the schooling ring chatting with your friend… they’re going to start thinking ‘that mare over there is really cute,’“ says Flury.
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Flury, who has been riding since before she could walk, realized that if she wanted to compete at the level of show jumping she aspires to, her options were to breed a horse or buy a baby and bring them along from scratch. As she is bringing along so many youngsters both for herself and training horses sent to her, she has found that the key to moving up the ranks is her horses’ confidence. “We want to raise them because we know them really well and we trust each other. When I was younger, I always wanted to win the jump-off. Now my goal is to go double clear on every baby, every show. I want Role Model to move up to the bigger grand prix classes, I want my five year olds to move up to the next level – moving up is all about confidence. I want my young ones to learn about turns and using the track properly. I don’t go for the win on them, but I want them to go double clean and do nice turns.” At AliBoo, athletic and talented youngsters are brought along in a relaxed and methodical style for heart and determination, for rideable horses who want to do their jobs.
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Handling What Life Throws Your Way, In and Out of the Ring BY CATHY PENROD This month, let's take a step away from the influence that stress may have on our performance to review stress itself and how we typically respond and react to it. Change is inevitable – after all, nothing really stays the same. But in today’s challenging times, it seems like we’re on “uncertainty” overload, never knowing what will happen from one moment to the next. Here today, gone tomorrow. Or, at the least, very different tomorrow. Uncertainty brings stress and confusion, and while most of us would be quick to say that we want less stress and more certainty in our lives, what we really want is less of a stress reaction to what life is throwing our way. We can’t choose what happens to us – but we can choose our responses to the situations we encounter. Let’s take a look at five different responses that people have to stressful situations. As you read through these five responses, you may want to think of a recent example of a stressful event you had competing/riding or news that you may have received. Let’s see what your reaction to that event can teach you about how you habitually respond. You may have one type of response at the barn, work, and another at home, or you may react differently depending on who else is involved. 1 THE FIRST (and unfortunately all too common) response to stressful events is to suffer and be a victim to them. People who respond this way don’t take action. Things happen to them – and though they
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may complain and be generally miserable about it, they don’t take any steps to do anything. They allow life to control them, instead of the other way around. This way of responding is certainly not recommended, and eventually, it will take its toll on one’s physical and mental health. 2 THE SECOND type of response is to accept the situation and to get some perspective on it. Someone with this response may say “so what,” or perhaps shift their perspective on the situation by asking if it will it matter in a year – or a week – or even in a day. 3 THE THIRD way to respond is to actually take steps to change the situation. Taking action to bring it to resolution (or at least move toward resolution) is a very powerful response and one that many effective leaders employ. 4 THE FOURTH way to respond is to avoid the situation. People responding this way make a decision not to get involved in a situation that they don’t see as concerning them, or upon which they can’t make an impact. For example, someone may choose not to get involved in a dispute going on within their barn if it doesn’t directly involve them. 5 THE FIFTH and final way that people generally respond to stress is to alter their experience of the situation. When we look at a situation differently, the experience itself changes. Changing our perception is probably the most challenging of the responses since we tend to be stuck in our own interpretations and assumptions about what’s happening, but it is also perhaps the most powerful of all. It’s your world, and you can create it as you wish. Remember, what one person sees as stressful, another person may barely notice, or sees as exciting and full of opportunity. How are you going to choose today? Happy riding, Cathy
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Consistency, drive, and a connection DANIEL BLUMAN
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Daniel Bluman’s Recipe for Success at the Top Level By Plaid Horse Intern Caroline Nickolaus “If a horse really doesn’t want to help you, there’s nothing you can really do,” says Daniel Bluman, the 24 year-old Olympic show jumper originally from Colombia. While Bluman’s horse-centric approach derives from a unique combination of influences, from family, personal perspective, trainers, and the horses themselves, it offers a compelling model for all riders. A family role model stimulated Bluman’s riding. He explained,“My older cousin started riding because my uncle wanted his kids to do different activities and one of the options was riding horses. He was very talented and started winning. Because we looked up to him, the older of the cousins, we [his brother and five cousins] all started riding as well.” Bluman moved to South Florida when he was ten years old to pursue his riding career. Bluman credits a good work ethic and “a connection with horses,” as the core of his success. “I never thought that I was extremely talented; I thought that I had a very special connection with horses. I thought that I was able to understand them. If I was guided with the proper trainers I was going to be able to get the tools that I needed in order to make it to the top.” Bluman demonstrated his “connection with horses,” and people noticed. As a fourteen year old, he rode to victory in the FEI Children’s Show Jumping Finals in California. Daniel Bluman attributes much of his success to his teachers. His instructors have included esteemed horsemen such as Todd Minikus, Pablo Barrios, Eric Lamaze, and Nelson Pessoa. “I tried to learn from everyone. When I came to the States, I really didn’t know where to start. Pablo took me a little bit under his wing and I was able to see how he became so successful. But I think the biggest influences in the sport are the horses that I’ve ridden. Horses are your real trainers at the end of the day,” said Bluman. In 2009, Bluman and his cousins formed Bluman Equestrian, based in Wellington, Florida, at which point Bluman also turned professional. “That’s when it all started; I had my first very successful year at the Grand Prix level in the US.” Consistency and routine on show days are key components of success for Bluman. He says, “I try to keep a routine when possible. I try to get a good night’s sleep the night before a show. It’s important for me. And even though I don’t get very hungry before the most important classes, I try to eat. Besides
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that, that’s it. I ride my horses every morning before the big competition, to feel how they are doing, and just try to repeat things day in and day out.” Bluman competed in the 2012 Olympic Games in London with his 2003 mare, Sancha. “Sancha has been my number one horse for five years,” he beamed. The Olympics were “an experience that I wish every athlete had a chance to be a part of. There is nothing like it. It’s impossible to describe. I think that once you’re an Olympian, you wake up every morning, and you know you’re an Olympian… and that’s what keeps me going.” Bluman is hopeful he will compete at the Olympics in the future. “I am trying to make it back to jump again. It’s incredible; the atmosphere, not only because you are
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representing your country but because you also have all the other sports with the biggest names there. So it’s like an accumulation, a gathering, of dreams and stories. Every athlete has his story and their own dreams; it’s very exciting.” Currently, Daniel brings along young horses for owners, and competes on his top mounts. Besides Sancha, his current big winners include Apardi and Believe. “Apardi has come a long way. He was fifth in the CSIO 5* in Dublin last year and was fifth in the World Cup Qualifier at The Royal Winner Fair in Canada.” Believe, a nine-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare, was part of the Colombian team that was a Medalist in the Central American Games. “I also have a few other horses that I train for private owners, and we have a big operation with young horses over in Europe.” “You want a horse that is smart. Even if it’s tricky, they have to have a good attitude. You know, some horses seem like they have a bad attitude, but really they have a good attitude if you teach them well. You want a horse to be smart and careful.” When asked to name his favorite show jumper in history, Bluman thought hard. “If I had to pick, I’d say Baloubet du Rouet [a 1993 Selle Francais stallion ridden by famed Brazilian riders Nelson and Rodrigo Pessoa] and Hickstead [a 1996 Dutch Warmblood stallion ridden by Canadian rider Eric Lamaze].” They both are my favorite horses. I never get tired of watching their videos.” Bluman is looking forward to a competitive winter in Florida. He also plans to travel to the West Coast for the AIG $1 Million Grand Prix at HITS Thermal on March 15th before he returns to the Sunshine State for the Great American $1 Million Grand Prix at HITS Ocala on March 23rd. After the Wellington season, Bluman will spend most of his time shuttling back and forth between New York and Europe.
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Nick Haness dominated the hunter scene in Southern California the past few years. He seemed to be winning everything, constantly traveling for big trips to equitation finals, bringing along young jumpers, and managing an unreal string of endlessly beautiful horses and great riding clients. These days, though, he spends more time where he never expected to find himself – the pony ring – and hanging out at his private farm with a few select clients and a plethora of alpacas, goats, and miniature horses parading around his show horses. “Every day I feel fortunate. Hunterbrook is very low key and functional – the arena is great, lots of turnout, and the horses are very happy. It has a nice breeze and you just take a deep breath and relax when you’re here. I dreamed of having horses in my back yard my whole life and I get to wake up every morning and see them,” says Nick. Haness, 26, started Hunterbrook in 2009 when he was 21 years old. “I admire so many people in this sport and have learned so much from so many of my idols, but I always knew that I wanted my own barn, that my ambition reached past the assistant trainer route. People told me that
I couldn’t do it on my own, but that only drove me further to work harder and make it happen for myself.” Even as the sport can often be political and protective of the established generation, Haness broke through horse show barriers by placing a premium on the happiness of his horses and making his own judgments on each situation that presented itself. Despite his open-mindedness and willingness to learn, he was wary when Shari Roseboom approached him to train her and her daughter Shiloh, then just 5 years old. “I didn’t have any ponies at that point and I wasn't used to having little kids around the barn. But I met Shiloh and all that changed – she was just walking around on a leadline, but she was fearless and smart and her natural talent was evident.”
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SEVEN YEARS OLD, SHILOH IS A SECOND GRADER WHO HAS ”A WAY WITH HORSES”.
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“I am so happy to have Shiloh in my life – she’s young, independent, competitive, smart, and sassy – it’s refreshing to teach someone so enthusiastic. She reminds me of myself at that age.” ~ Nick Haness
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As Haness started working with Roseboom on her amateur horses, Shiloh started working with Haness as only someone so independent could. He says, “Shiloh has ridden every horse in the barn – my sales horse, pre-green horses, everything. She should be terrified to hack around a 17 h warmblood in the schooling ring, but she just gets on and doesn’t want me to hold her horse or help. She has a way with horses – they want to take care of her and I encourage her to ride everything within safety reason – that’s how you become a better rider.” Teaching a student with such natural talent means that Haness knows when to step back as a trainer and listen to her. He says, “We go at her pace – sometimes she comes to the barn and wants to jump a 2’9’’ rolltop. Sometimes she wants to practice jogging for when she does the pony hunter
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divisions, so we do that. She is so natural and she’ll know when it is right for her to move up to a new division and what she wants to practice.” At horse shows, Haness is all about the personal victories. “She is so tiny that she has been popped off a fair number of times. We don’t put any pressure on her to win – we just want to teach her the dynamics of the showing. I want her to win enough so that she feels like she can, but that is all about confidence.” Shiloh studies every horse and every rider in the division. “I have learned not to contradict her when she tells me who a horse is in the schooling ring,” laughs Shari. “She knows horses that she saw once two years ago and says, “See the spot on his shoulder, Mom, that’s how I could tell.” Between catch riding, importing sale horses from Germany, and having a smaller barn to spend lots of individual time with clients, Haness has found the perfect balance in his own life through the latest transformation of Hunterbrook Farms. SHILOH AND NICK WORK OUT THE COURSE.
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The Charleston Summer Classic YOUR SHOW-CATION DESTINATION! BY LISA ENGEL Welcome to Johns Island, South Carolina, home of the Charleston Summer Classic, flagship show of the Classic Company, Ltd. While it has maintained its boutique charm, the show has grown in size significantly over the past few years. “I always think of this show as one big party for my friends who own horses,” Classic Company President Bob Bell said. “I started this show 22 years ago and asked a bunch of my friends with horses to support it. Twenty two years later, the tradition continues. But by the looks of it, I have a lot more friends now,” he laughed. What sets this show a part from others is its ‘show-cation’ feel. Where else can you show in the morning and head to the beach in the afternoon, which is a short five minute drive from the show grounds? Or, if the beach isn’t your thing, head to downtown Charleston, a short drive from Johns Island and Mullet Hall Equestrian Center or tee it up on the world class golf courses. Exhibitors travel from around the country to compete at
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the Charleston Summer Classic and are drawn to its friendly, laid back but elegant, ‘show-cation feel’. Steeped in tradition, it is truly one of the only top level show jumping competitions that combines a beach and island vacation with a two week AA horse show. This is a very special event not only for the competitors, but their family and friends as well. Last year saw record entries and stalls, perfect weather and non-stop party action. The overall sentiment was, “I’m having so much fun-I don’t want to leave!” What contributed to this growth? “It’s hard to say,” said Bell. “In 2014 we offered two grand prix
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which was one more than last year, and we also offered the new Hunter Breeding Division, thanks to Rhett DeStefano,” he said. “But while these class offerings could be a draw, I think the real reason is that people want to go on ‘show-cation’,” he said. “The opportunity to show in the morning, head to the beach in the afternoon and then back to the show for an evening grand prix or hunter derby is what people love.” And truly, the riders and their families take advantage of this! British show jumping superstar Gemma Paternoster experienced her first Charleston Summer Classic last year and not only won both grand prix classes and had all of her horses in the ribbons each week, she also learned to wind surf! The Owens family of San Antonio, Texas makes this trip every year to show at the Charleston Summer Classic and rents condos at the beach. Amber Mitchell of Brass Ring Farm in Pittstown, New Jersey has been bringing her barn to Charleston for the past five years. “There is no other show out there where you can ride in the morning and go to the beach in the afternoon,” she said.
“It’s really a perfect combination and there is a class offering for everyone in my barn,” she said. “I couldn’t be happier,” said Bell, “the competitors had a great time, we had great weather and people were just delighted to be here,” he said. “We have even more fun and prize money planned for 2015!” Conde Nast, the experts on the where to go and what to do, named Charleston a number one destination city. Historic Charleston is a quaint city located on the water that features antebellum homes, art galleries, world class shopping, horse drawn carriage tours, fine dining and a sense of nostalgia complete with cobblestone streets and gas lamps. And the Charleston Summer Classic is a short drive from this charming city! Want something even more local? Stay on the island (where the show is located), check out Bohicket Marina, rent a kayak, go dolphin watching, rent a charter or go fishing. Or just sit and watch the sunsets. Red’s Ice House at the Marina is a fabulous place to meet up with friends after the show. Most Friday and Saturday nights you’ll find a live band on the dock and families sitting outside enjoying dinner and cocktails with the setting sun in the back ground. The Charleston Summer Classic is USEF Premiere rated by the United States Equestrian
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Federation and this year will be offering even more grand prix prize money! There are even walk trot classes for the up and coming riders in the barn, as well as a host of hunter, equitation classes and breed divisions. Twenty two miles of beautiful, well-groomed trails surround the show grounds and the barns are conveniently located ringside. In typical Classic Company format, it’s a very user-friendly show venue. RV sites complete with electric and water hook ups in a park setting are available and some are even adjacent to the trails. Since the show is on Johns Island, most riders rent condos on the beach at Kiawah or Seabrook Islands. Reserve your beach condo as early as possible since it is the height of the vacation season. Condos are closest to the show and are truly the best buy for your vacation dollar. The show schedule complements beach condo living in that most classes are done by 1 pm so that riders can get to the beach for some fun, sun and surf. The evening classes at the show are always festive and fun events. Every day offers hospitality, a horse show party and even a reception at the renowned Seabrook Club. We at the Classic Company invite you to make memories with us this summer. See you at the ring!
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Saint Louis National Charity Horse Show FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: (February 12, 2015) announces Queenie Productions to manage Saint Louis National Charity HorseShow Show announces Queenie Productions the 2015 Hunter/Jumper to manage the 2015 Hunter/Jumper Show Appointment of Horse Show Management 2015 Saint Louis National Charity Hunter/Jumper Horse Show
Saint Louis National Charity Horse Show welcomes John McQueen and Queenie Productions, Inc. as the 2015 Hunter and Jumper Horse Show management team. Queenie Productions will oversee all 2015 show operations in conjunction with the Saint Louis Indoor Preview Horse Show the week prior to the Saint Louis National Charity Horse Show. John McQueen is confident that both shows will only strengthen one another. He is committed to continuing the tradition and charm that the Saint Louis National Charity has been best known for since 1978. Saint Louis, Missouri, February 12, 2015 - Saint Louis National Charity Horse Show is pleased to announce the hiring of 2015 Show Manager John McQueen and his Queenie Productions management team. The Saint Louis National Charity Horse Show is one of the premier horse shows in the nation. It supports Stray Rescue of St. Louis and Therapeutic Horsemanship. It has always been dedicated to putting on top-notch, national-level competition, while, at the same time, helping support other local not-for-profit organizations. John McQueen and his staff will join with the Charity's board of directors to produce the best Saint Louis National Charity Horse Show possible. He is looking forward to seeing everyone show both weeks in September: Queenie Productions’ Indoor Preview, September 2-6, and Saint Louis National Charity Horse Show, September 9-13, 2015. Entry information and full details can be found at: www.queenieproductions.com. "We are pleased that John McQueen will be managing the 2015 St. Louis National Charity Horse Show. John brings a wealth of experience, along with terrific energy to the table, and we look forward to an exciting show," said Lisa Mills, Vice President, St. Louis National Charity Horse Show. About Queenie Productions Queenie Productions was founded by John McQueen in 2010. He has successfully managed numerous horse shows for different companies and associations throughout the United States. Queenie Productions’ Lake St. Louis Winter Festival Horse Show Series was awarded the acclaimed United States Hunter Jumper Associations’ Members Choice Award in 2012. He is best known for the personalized care he provides to his exhibitors and trainers; he, along with his wife Beckie and his staff, provide a quality and enjoyable horse show experience for all who attend. Contact Information: QUEENIE PRODUCTIONS, Inc. (John McQueen) Tel 318.348.8233 JMcQueen@queenieproductions.com www.queenieproductions.com
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The tradition of the St. Louis National Charity Horse Show is one we hope will include you this year. ~ John McQueen, Horse Show Manager
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TASS RIDER PROFILE KERRY WHITE
TASS Rider Profile: Kelly Marchi KELLY MARCHI is a young rider who participates in the Thoroughbred Alliance Show Series with her three Thoroughbreds: Duke, who raced in over 60 races during his career, was also a war horse who helped military veterans readjust to being home after combat; Rocko, who shows with Kelly in the jumper division; and Ghost, a rescue, who will begin showing in the TASS series this year! The TASS program has opened up so many new opportunities for Kelly and her Thoroughbreds – more shows are available now that offer special classes for thoroughbreds. To date, Kelly’s biggest accomplishments with her Thoroughbreds in the Thoroughbred Alliance Show Series is winning the high jumper division with her horse Rocko as well as winning the Junior division! ABOVE: KELLY AND SONOFABLUR (GHOST). LEFT: KELLY AND MINUTES HEART THROB (ROCKO), A DIVISION CHAMPION AND JOCKEY CLUB AWARD WINNER!
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TASS RIDER PROFILE KERRY WHITE
TASS Rider Profile: Eliza Cart ELIZA CART participates in the Thoroughbred Alliance Show Series with Hank, a Thoroughbred that she and her trainer trained right off the track. Lots of work has made Hank the great horse he is now! Eliza shows mainly in the pleasure division, occasionally shows in the jumpers, and does some eventing as well. TASS has provided her with many more opportunities to show and make great friends! Eliza was the 2014 TASS Champion in the Children’s division and has since moved up to the 2'6 division with Hank – even jumping 3'. ELIZA AND HER VERSATILE THOROUGHBRED HO HUM HO (HANK).
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Educators and Innovators Come Together to Form DTR Equine Sports Medicine By Shannon Bower Two past presidents of the Florida Association of Equine Practitioners and a leader in the field of rehabilitation for the equine sport horse recognized a need for an integrated practice in South Florida. Their idea was to partner with clients’ trusted veterinarians and offer up their unique skills in a team approach to equine care. They created DTR Equine Sports Medicine in order to serve the many equine athletes from a
variety of disciplines in the area. The goal of the practice is to evaluate each horse as an individual in order to diagnose both apparent and underlying conditions that are preventing the horse from performing at its full potential. Treatment and rehabilitation protocols are developed with longterm soundness as the prerogative. The practice functions as a team, with each of the three equine professionals providing key
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skillsets to develop a comprehensive, scientific diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation plan for each horse they see. While some lameness practitioners may target only specific symptoms and rely on injections to get the horse working again, DTR takes a different approach. They examine the entire horse to address chronic issues that may contribute to the presenting symptoms and lack of performance. This approach may take more time and isn’t right for those looking for a quick fix. The members of the practice strive to maintain an open rapport with clients, referring veterinarians and horse care teams, making certain that they stay informed and involved in their horse’s treatment and rehabilitation program. Anne Moretta, VMD MS brings an integral knowledge of lameness and biomechanics to the practice. She is passionate about her approach to equine performance evaluations. “You’ve got to look at the whole picture, and that’s what we do,” said Dr. Moretta. “I like to look into the horse, and develop an insight on the individual animal. I think that’s important.” Over the years, Dr. Moretta has become accomplished in the use of various acupuncture and chiropractic modalities. She augments her traditional practice with an Eastern approach where it makes sense for the horse and for the client. “I'm somewhat of a holistic vet, but I merge that with conservative, traditional medicine,” said Dr. Moretta. “I find that they both enhance each other. My training in Eastern medicine gives me a different feel and a different perspective.” Suzan Oakley, DVM, Diplomate ABVP (Equine), Cert ISELP brings an extensive understanding of ultrasound as a diagnostic tool to the practice. "It's a very exciting time in the field of ultrasound because the technology is advancing rapidly and providing constantly improving
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resolution," said Dr. Oakley. "This allows us to accurately image deeper structures, such as the back and the hoof.” Superior ultrasound imaging allows for precise diagnoses in instances of lameness, and provides significant data during prepurchase exams.” Dr. Oakley is one of the few veterinarians in this country certified by ISELP, a highly respected international organization that focuses on
JENNIFER ALFANO AND JERSEY BOY IN THE USHJA INTERNATIONAL HUNTER DERBY AT THE LAMPLIGHT EQUESTRIAN CENTER IN 2014. PHOTO © ANDREW RYBACK PHOTOGRAPHY.
imaging and lameness in the equine athlete. She lectures nationally on equine sports medicine and ultrasound topics and is a frequent instructor at ISELP and other ultrasound courses for veterinarian. Shelia Schils, PhD, a former professor at University of Wisconsin, is an innovator in the field of equine rehabilitation. She developed the use of Functional Electrical Stimulation (FES) in
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horses. FES is a tool that has been used for decades with much success in human health and rehabilitation. Electrotherapy stimulates motor nerves responsible for muscle function, as well as sensory nerves responsible for the senses, including pain. Now, equine practitioners are utilizing this modality to treat neck and back pain and to build and maintain topline musculature, with noticeable results. Dr. Schils incorporates FES along with a number of proven modalities to create a comprehensive rehabilitation plan for the equine athlete. DTR Equine Sports Medicine has brought together three of the most highly respected equine professionals together to serve sport horse in and around South Florida. Each of Dr. Oakley, Dr. Moretta and Dr. Schils’ skillsets complement and augment the others in order to provide a well-rounded approach to equine sports medicine. For more information go to www.dtrequine.com PATTY VAN HOUSEN COMPETES AT THE WISCONSIN EQUINE DERBY WEEKEND. PHOTO © ANDREW RYBACK PHOTOGRAPHY.
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