*Featured/Spotlights, Competitions, Events, Hunter/Equitation, Show Jumping

Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum Tops $32,000 Suncast 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic

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Jordan MacPherson and Piccobello Du Val De Geer Top $15,000 Artisan Farms Young Riders Grand Prix, Erica Felder Guides Thumbs Up to Pine Hollow Short Stirrup Hunter Championship

Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum and Checkmate 4. Photos © Sportfot

Wellington, FL – February 12, 2012 – A large field came to compete on Sunday in the $32,000 Suncast 1.50m Championship Jumper Classic, and it was Olympian Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum (GER) on Octavia Farms LLC’s Checkmate 4 who came away with the win. Cian O’Connor (IRL) and Everything, owned by Abdulla Humaid Al Muhairi, were second, while Kirsten Coe (USA) rode Ilan Ferder’s Baronez to third.

In the morning, Canada’s Jordan MacPherson rode to the top of the standings in the Artisan Farms Young Rider Grand Prix Series (presented by Dutta Corp. in association with Guido Klatte), when she and Piccobello Du Val De Geer won the first $15,000 class. Little competitors also took to the ring, and Erica Felder rode Thumbs Up to the tricolor in the Pine Hollow Short Stirrup Hunters.

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Classic Company, Classic Company, Competitions, Events, Hunter/Equitation, Show Jumping

Gulf Coast Winter Premiere – Week One

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We had a great first week in Gulfport. Today the $25,000 Adequan Grand Prix presented by Johnson Horse Transport was won by Nepal with the owner and rider Jay Land.

2. Happy Z, Wilhelm Genn

3. Merlin, Frances Land

4. Triompf, Sarah Patterson

5. Lord Byron, Michael Tokaruk

6. Paradox, Thomas Bruinsma

7. Roman Saluut, Devin Ryan

8. HJ El Magnifico, Eduardo Braun

9. Winchester, Bridlebourne Stables

10. L Etoile, L Etoile Group

11. Ultaire, Janet McCarroll

12. MTM Got Game, Steel Horse Investments

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Awards, Events, Hunter/Equitation, JRPR

Renowned Hunter Trainer Scott Stewart Wins Vita Flex Victory Pass Award at Winter Equestrian Festival

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Scott Stewart rode Dedication in the Second Year Green Working Hunter division. (Photo courtesy of Sportfot.com)

Wellington, FL (February 10, 2012) – Renowned hunter trainer and rider Scott Stewart is known for his ability to spot talented horses and turn them into first-class hunters.  Stewart has found new talent in Dedication, the hunter he rode in the Second Year Green Working Hunter division during the first week of the 2012 Winter Equestrian Festival. Stewart’s skill, along with his great rides on Dedication, helped him take home the Vita Flex Victory Pass Award, sponsored by Vita Flex Nutrition, makers of animal health supplements, antioxidants, electrolytes, joint supplements, performance products, topicals and vitamins and minerals.

Stewart said he was pleased with Dedication, owned by Fashion Farm in Philadelphia. “He was really great. He had two perfect rounds the first day. The second day he was a little tired, but I was still really happy with him. It was his first time showing since November,” Stewart said.

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Competitions, Dressage, Events

Florida Dressage Classic CDI-W Presented by United States P.R.E. Association Filled to Capacity at 2012 Global Dressage Festival

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Wellington, FL – February 12, 2012 – International dressage riders filled the CDI-W classes beyond capacity for the Florida Dressage Classic CDI-W presented by the United States P.R.E. Association.  This is the second event of the Global Dressage Festival (GDF) circuit, which also features a National Show, and takes place February 16-19 at The Stadium section of the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC).

Some of the marquee riders expected to compete in the Classic are: Ashley Holzer of Canada who seeks to repeat her blue ribbon winning performances of the first GDF event in the FEI Grand Prix and the FEI Olympic Grand Prix Special classes; James Koford of Wellington, FL; and Shawna Harding of Aiken, SC.  Other renowned riders that are entered include Tinne Vilhelmlson-Silfven of Sweden, Evi Strasser of Canada, Heather Bitz of Wellington, FL, and Ilse Schwarz of Australia.

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*Featured/Spotlights, Competitions, Events, FEI, Hunter/Equitation, Show Jumping

Margie Engle and Indigo Win $125,000 FEI World Cup Qualifier Grand Prix

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Elizabeth Faraci Sweeps FarmVet Amateur-Owner 18-35 3’3″ Hunters

Margie Engle and Indigo. Photos © Sportfot

Wellington, FL – February 11, 2012 – Margie Engle (USA) and Indigo emerged victorious in the $125,000 FEI World Cup Qualifier Grand Prix presented by Spy Coast Farm under the lights in front of a crowd of 5,200 spectators at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center on Saturday night. Engle and Indigo, owned by Gladewinds, Griese, Garber, and Hidden Creek, were the fastest of two clear rounds in an eleven horse jump-off over Darragh Kerins (IRL) and Lisona, owned by Kevin Babington. Pablo Barrios (VEN) and G&C Quick Star 11, owned by Gustavo Mirabal, were third.

Week five of the FTI WEF, sponsored by Spy Coast Farm, will conclude tomorrow. The 2012 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival has 12 weeks of competition that conclude on April 1, 2012, and they will be awarding more than $6 million in prize money through the circuit.

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Competitions, Events, HITS, HITS, Hunter/Equitation, Show Jumping

Jill Henselwood Sets Her Sights on London 2012 with Another Grand Prix Victory at HITS Thermal

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©Flying Horse Photography. Jill Henselwood is hoping to jumper her way into the 2012 Olympics and is off to good start at HITS Thermal, adding another win in Thursday’s $32,000 HITS Desert Classic to her resume.

THERMAL, CA (February 10, 2012) – Canadian Olympic Silver Medalist Jill Henselwood came to the HITS Desert Circuit laser focused on punching her ticket to the London 2012 Olympic Games and it showed. In Thursday’s $32,000 HITS Desert Classic, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, Henselwood teamed up with Brian Gingras’ IV Ever and beat all other starters to take the top prize, a check for $10,560.

Thursday’s 16-obstacle course was set by Florencio Hernandez of Mexico and was thought to be one of the more challenging courses riders have faced so far this season at the HITS Desert Circuit. Six starters found trouble at a vertical mid-way through the course, while several others had their fate decided by the trickery of Hernandez’ 10ab combination. But like she often does, Henselwood found a way.

“This was the most technical course that we have had yet,” explained Henselwood after the class. “It was really big and the triple combination heading towards the in-gate was tough. To be successful on this course you had to have a horse with great scope.”

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Community/Charity, Dressage, Eventing/H.T., USEF

John “Jack” Fritz 1924-2012

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John "Jack" Fritz (USEF Archive)

Lexington, KY – We mourn the loss of a great leader in equestrian sport in the United States. John “Jack” Fritz passed away the morning of February 9, 2012.

Fritz was on the forefront of developing the disciplines of dressage and eventing in the US. He served as the Chairman of the American Horse Show Association (present day USEF) Combined Events and Dressage Committee. Additionally, Fritz filled the roles of Secretary Treasurer and Director of the United States Equestrian Team and served as the Vice President of the United States Combined Training Association (present day USEA). Fritz was also instrumental in the founding of the United States Dressage Federation.

With great faith in the future of the sport Fritz was a proponent of expanding the North American Young Rider Championships in to a multiple discipline competition. He also played a large role in the development of the United States Pony Club and its programs.

In addition to being a leader in all aspects of the sport, Fritz was a respected official, serving as a USEF Dressage and Eventing Technical Delegate and an FEI judge.

“Jack has been an icon for generations of equestrians. A true inspiration in the sport, he will be missed,” said John Long, USEF CEO.

*Featured/Spotlights, Championships, Community/Charity, Competitions, Events, Hunter/Equitation, Show Jumping

McCormack Takes Over Fences, Brown Wins Flat at WEF Collegiate Equitation Challenge

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Laura Chapot and Bradberry Victorious in $6,000 Spy Coast Farm 1.40m Speed Challenge, Bruce Duchossois and Just Fred Capture the Camping World Adult Amateur Hunter 51 & Over Championship

Kimberly McCormack and Chalan. Photos © Sportfot

Wellington, FL – February 10, 2012 – The third annual FTI WEF Collegiate Equitation Challenge was held on Friday evening in the International Arena at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC). Riders representing 16 National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA) varsity teams from around the country gathered to compete in a bracket-style format. The championship trophy, presented by the South Florida Hunter Jumper Association, was awarded to University of South Carolina junior Kimberly McCormack. Laura Chapot was the fastest to win the $6,000 Spy Coast Farm 1.40m Speed Challenge with Bradberry. In the Camping World Adult Amateur 51 & Over Hunters, R. Bruce Duchossois and Just Fred earned the championship ribbon.

Week five of the FTI WEF, sponsored by Spy Coast Farm, will run February 8-12. The highlight class of the week is Saturday night’s $125,000 FEI World Cup Qualifier Grand Prix, presented by Spy Coast Farm. The 2012 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival has 12 weeks of competition that conclude on April 1, 2012, and they will be awarding more than $6 million in prize money through the circuit.

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*Featured/Spotlights, Competitions, Events, Hunter/Equitation, Show Jumping

Kent Farrington and Richie Moloney Share Victory in $32,000 WEF Challenge Cup Round 5

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Likely V and Nina Zollo Top Smartpak’s Low Hunter 2’6” Division

Kent Farrington and Uceko. Photos © Sportfot

Wellington, FL – February 9, 2012 – It was a great afternoon for grand prix riders Kent Farrington (USA) and Richie Moloney (IRL) at the 2012 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) as each took home the top share of prize money in a split class for round five of the WEF Challenge Cup Series. Held in a ‘California Split’, the class awarded two sets of placings, each with $32,000 distributed due to the large number of entries.

Week five of the FTI WEF, sponsored by Spy Coast Farm, will run February 8-12. The highlight class of the week is Saturday night’s $125,000 FEI World Cup Qualifier Grand Prix, presented by Spy Coast Farm. The 2012 FTI Consulting Winter Equestrian Festival has 12 weeks of competition that conclude on April 1, 2012, and they will be awarding more than $6 million in prize money through the circuit.

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Media/Radio/TV Sources, Phelps Media Group

Full Metal Jousting Premieres Sunday on HISTORY

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James H. Fairclough II will be a competitor during HISTORY's Full Metal Jousting. Photo By: AE Networks

Wellington, FL – February 10, 2012 – Prepare for the impact of HISTORY’s Full Metal Jousting as the show makes its premiere this Sunday, February 12, 2012. The show features sixteen of the toughest warriors in the country, competing in a pulverizing battle. The all-new one-hour series will begin at 10 p.m. on HISTORY, and James H. Fairclough II, of Cavalier Show Jumping, will also make his jousting debut in its inaugural season.

Renowned jouster Shane Adams will be the host for Full Metal Jousting. The 10-part series features full-contact jousts with competitors going head-to-head on horseback in brutal tests of strength, endurance and courage. High-speed cameras capture every un-choreographed arduous blow as jousters charge and collide at 30 miles per hour. The last man standing takes home a $100,000 cash prize.

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