Clark Montgomery and Loughan Glen (Shannon Brinkman)
Woodstock, England – The final phase of the Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials CCI3* caused a shake-up of the leaderboard but saw top American combinations hold their top 12 placings. On a day where clear rounds were at a premium, Clark Montgomery and Loughan Glen proved their place among the sport’s elite, producing one of the few faultless efforts to finish third in the world-class field. Additionally, Meghan O’Donoghue completed her first overseas competition earning 11th place and gaining wealth of experience.
Montgomery (Wiltshire, United Kingdom) and Loughan Glen were making their second appearance at the Blenheim CCI3*, having placed fifth in 2011, and used the weekend to demonstrate how much they have improved in the last 24 months. Jessica Montgomery, Kathryn Kraft, and Holly and William Becker’s 10-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding stood in third place following the dressage phase and a clear, quick trip on the cross country meant they maintained their position heading into Sunday’s final phase. In the show jumping, the talented combination produced another impressive effort, jumping immaculately to finish on a score of 45.5, a mere 1.5 penalties behind the winner.
Montgomery has been based in the United Kingdom since January of 2013 with the goal of improving his own and his horses’ skills as well as continually competing in world class competition. And while he was pleased with Loughan Glen over the weekend, he realized a slightly different performance on the first day could have resulted in a different outcome.
“I think I left the door open a little bit on the dressage day; his other two FEI competitions he’s done this year he was sub-40 and if I could have done that it would be a completely different situation. I just didn’t get there and you leave them an opportunity over here and these guys are too good,” said Montgomery. “Of course we’re disappointed that we didn’t win but at the same time it’s exciting to think just how good you have to get to win.”
Montgomery was awarded a USEF Land Rover Competition Grant to compete Loughan Glen at Blenheim and believes that with the assistance of the grants and direction from USEF Eventing Team Coach David O’Connor the U.S. is experiencing resurgence.
“We have the riders, we have the horses, and we have the support. David has got great plans,” said Montgomery. “We will get back up to the top, to be competitive.”
O’Donoghue (Carbondale, Illinois) and her own Pirate earned the opportunity to compete at Blenheim after receiving the Jacqueline B. Mars Competition and Training Grant from the USET Foundation. The pair seized the opportunity producing strong efforts in the jumping phases to ultimately climb 31 places following the dressage and garner a top 12 placing. On Sunday, the 11-year-old Thoroughbred gelding rolled three poles to add 12 penalties to their score and finish on an overall total of 73.1.
Additionally, the combination was honored as the highest placing first-timers at the Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trial.
Over the course of the weekend, the O’Donoghue and Pirate earned valuable experience and head back to the United States with the knowledge that they can be competitive among top combinations in the sport.
The United States was also represented by Phillip Dutton, Julian Stiller and Cindy Rawson in CCI3* competition at the Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials. Dutton (West Grove, Pennsylvania) finished in 33rd place with Team Rebecca, LLC’s Ben on a score of 95.5 after incurring 20 penalties in the show jumping for five rails down. Stiller (Berkshire, United Kingdom) and her own Sintra BK incurred eight jumping faults and single time penalty in the final phase to finish on a score of 108 in 44th position. Riding her own and Donald Collier and Pip Bowerman’s Mocharabuiee, Rawson (Somerset, United Kingdom) had a single rail down to finish in 46th on total of 119.2.
In total only 13 of the 60 combinations that entered the show jumping were able to complete clear rounds on Sunday. These included winner Aoife Clark and Fenyas Elegance and second place finisher Jean Teulere and Matelot Du Grand Val in addition to Montgomery. Irish Olympian Clark finished on a score of 44. While France’s former World Champion, Teulere, completed the weekend on the same score as Montgomery; 45.5, but was one second closer to the optimum time on Saturday and therefore earned runner-up honors.
The sole U.S. entry in the CIC3* for eight- and nine-year-old horses, Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp (East Sussex, United Kingdom) and her own HHS Cooley, were eliminated on the cross country Sunday, after incurring trouble early in the course. The winner of the CIC3* was Great Britain’s Team Silver medalist from the 2012 London Olympic Games, William Fox-Pitt, leads the CIC3* with Fernhill Pimms on a score of 33.5.
By Helen Murray
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Rachel Clawson and Montenegro. Photo By: Trey Talbott/CreeksideFoto.com.
Buffalo, NY – September 14, 2013 – Downtown Buffalo was tranquil as a cool breeze washed over the city Saturday morning, and the previously hiding sun emerged from the clouds. The quietness of the surrounding city set the perfect scene for the fourth day of the 67th Buffalo International Horse Show, but while the city was waking up, the Buffalo Equestrian Center was packed with a full hunter/jumper schedule with events in the morning and continuing well into the evening hours.
The highlight of the morning was the $1,000 “Scribbles” Pony Hunter Classic where Lara McHale and Find the Laughter captured the victory. The evening kicked the competition up a notch as competitors entered into a battle of the best in the three highlight events: the $3,000 Johnson Horse Transportation USHJA National Hunter Derby, the $2,500 Stephen A. Comunale Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic, and the $1,000 Stephen A. Comunale Low Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic. Rachel Clawson rode to the top of the derby standings, leading the class from beginning to end aboard Montenegro, eventually leading the night’s victory gallop.
The Junior 3’6″ Hunters opened the morning’s schedule at the 67th Buffalo International Horse Show. Caroline Kellogg and Felicci rode to the first place ribbon over fences, while also snatching the red ribbon in the under saddle. Claudia Freeman was hot on her heels, returning for the second day of competition with Lawando with her eye on the prize. With the guidance of trainer Gary Duffy, Freeman not only claimed the reserve championship, but was also presented with the Best Junior Rider Award.
“It was really exciting to earn the Best Junior Hunter Rider Award,” Freeman explained. “My horse was really good, and we had a lot of fun out there. He is a really cool horse and he is very scopey. He is a really easy ride; you pretty much have to sit there and steer. He is very consistent, and we have a little bit of an advantage since I live around here; we compete indoors all the time.”
Freeman explained, “We were lucky enough to lease Lawando for a month; he is a more recent mount for me, but he is going to go back to his owners soon. I love this show. It is so well organized, and everyone here is so friendly. They really go out of their way to make it special.”
Caroline Kellogg and Felicci. Photo By: Kendall Bierer/Phelps Media Group
It was Kellogg who ultimately rode to the division’s championship tricolor with her array of top ribbons aboard Felicci. They were also awarded the Junior Grand Hunter Championship, and Kellogg was all smiles as she described her Small Junior Hunter horse.
“Felicci felt great out there; honestly, he was perfect,” Kellogg said. “He is really different from my other mounts. He is like a pony; you kind of have to kick him around. There is a sibling rivalry going on between him and Donovan, and I think he really wanted to beat him today. Both of them did so well, but Felicci really stepped up out there today.”
Kellogg elaborated, “The handy was a lot of fun, and we had a great time over the courses. It was such a nice honor to get Grand Junior Hunter Champion. We are going to continue on to other Indoors; this was the perfect preparation.”
Kate Taylor stole the show today in the Pony Hunter divisions. The young rider took the top honors in the WIHS Pony Equitation class aboard Quicksilver Butterfly, her pony partner of three years. Taylor guided Quicksilver Butterfly to a score of 80 for their efforts in the over fences, and it proved hard to beat. Emma Seving and Grand Jete, owned by David Gochman, took the second place finish, while Lara McHale and Find the Laughter, owned by Scott Stewart, were awarded third.
Taylor continued to shine in the $1,000 “Scribbles” Pony Hunter Classic, sponsored by Ravens Wood Farm and Penelope Ayers, riding to a first round score of 77 points, and then duplicating her efforts in the second round for a cumulative score of 154 points. It seemed as though she had her second win of the day sealed – that is, until McHale returned to the ring with Find the Laughter. She piloted the bay pony to scores of 84 and 79 to rank first with the overall total of 163 points. Seving secured the third place with Grand Jete. Tomorrow will prove to be a tight race to the championship as the three young girls battle their way to the coveted championship titles as top contenders.
“Find the Laughter is a lot of fun. He is pretty straightforward, and the courses today were perfect for him. The jumps are beautifully set, and he really brightened up out there,” McHale said. “I think it is his consistency and smoothness that gave us an edge. I have been riding him for a year and this was our first time coming to the Buffalo International Horse Show. We are heading to Capital Challenge next. We traveled from Ohio, and I definitely plan on returning.”
As the Pony Hunters came to a close, the Indoor Arena filled with Children’s Hunter riders and their talented mounts. It was Tyler Petrie and Dark Side of the Moon, owned by Scott Petrie, who took the first place finish in the Taylor Harris Insurance Services National Children’s Medal. It was a nail biter, however, as the top four horse and child riders were asked to return to the ring for a test. It came down to Petrie, Georgia Goodell, Ashley Hoffman and Lucy Loper. Each pair was asked to canter immediately upon entering the ring, and trot the first vertical, land and canter a natural vertical, make a right bend over a natural oxer, halt and then counter canter the two-stride vertical-oxer combination set on the outside. Upon landing, they walked and exited the ring.
Petrie executed a beautiful opening, and her transition from the halt to the trot made her truly stand out above the rest. It was their counter canter to the outside line, however, that set the duo apart from the other three. As they landed from the final efforts, everyone broke out in applause, and it was apparent that Petrie would take home the blue. Goodell was awarded the second place for her efforts aboard Real Magic, while Hoffman took third and Loper was awarded fourth.
Spectators began to crowd the Indoor Arena at six this evening to enjoy the night’s highlight events. The Buffalo International Horse Show Committee and Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center Board of Directors dedicated the 67th Buffalo International Horse Show to Marta Hiczewski. Her passion for the horses began as a young girl, and she has combined her love of horses and commitment to non-profits to benefit the BTRC. In 2011, she became more involved with the BIHS, taking over the Chairwoman responsibilities in 2012. She used her skills to improve and promote the BIHS, which serves as a major fundraiser for the BTRC, its program and special needs students. Her contributions resonated deeply with every person involved in the BTRC and BIHS, and she has helped to better the lives of hundreds of children through her efforts.
Following the presentation of the show’s dedication, the 2013 Peach Taylor Sportsmanship Award was awarded to Meghan Joyce. The award is given in memory of Peach Taylor, by her grandson Mason Phelps, Jr., and the chosen participant must demonstrate all of the qualities of dedication to the welfare of horses as well as kindness toward her peers and teachers. Joyce has been riding at the Buffalo Equestrian Center for over 12 years, and she has matured into a hard-working young lady, as well as a confident horsewoman. She is a true role model for younger riders.
After the presentation of the awards, judges Bill Ellis and Tony Workman settled into their seats and prepared to judge the $3,000 Johnson Horse Transportation USHJA National Classic, presented by DJ Johnson Horse Transportation. The riders showed over a course of 10 fences designed by Brian Brown and Andy Christiansen. The course was reminiscent of a hunt field, using natural looking fences and challenging turns to test the horses and riders. Each rider had the opportunity to earn bonus points by choosing to take the higher options set at 3’6″.
Out of 22 entries to attempt the derby course, only the top 12 earned a returning spot for the handy phase. It was Rachel Clawson and Montenegro who led the victory gallop at the end of the event. The pair entered the handy course with a first-round score of 91 points. They left nothing to chance in the handy, choosing to take all four high options and use a forward pace to tackle the track. Clawson chose to take the inside turn from the second obstacle on the track, and their rollback to the trot jump was immaculate as they executed a beautiful downward transition. The judges awarded a score of 88 for their handiness. Combined with their four bonus points, Clawson and Montenegro earned the high score of 92 points for a cumulative score of 183 points, eventually securing the win by a 12-point margin.
“Montenegro is a very fun ride; he is nice, smooth and has a light feel to the jumps,” Clawson said. “He is very easy to turn, and although we had a great inside turn to one of the fences, I chose to take the outside option later in the course. It just seemed right. In a derby course, you just want something nice and smooth, and this was a great course. We have been working on our trot jumps, and tonight I think it really paid off.”
Clawson continued, “He was perfect out there. He was very rideable tonight, and the course allowed for me to take everything right out of stride. We aren’t going to go to any Indoors, but we will start back up in Florida. We are going to step up to the High Performance Hunters. David and Ellen, his owner, were here to watch, which was so nice that they were able to be here when he won.”
Petrie rode Dark Side of the Moon to the second place honors with a two-round total of 171 points. Rio’s Reflection with Alicia Heberle in the irons followed close behind with a total score of 170 points. Lauren Reilly and Red Sox were awarded the fourth place, while Alyssa Bokor and Carafino took fifth. Rounding out the top six was Jaime George aboard Best Man, who rode to two beautiful rounds for his first-ever derby.
“I love coming to this show,” Clawson concluded. “We love being able to support Susie and the BTRC; it is a great benefit show. It was also so much fun to be able to go out there tonight and ride in front of a sold-out crowd. The show had a record-high number of entries this year, and then having the added bonus of the crowd made it special all on its own. A lot of the times we compete and only our peers from the equestrian world are rooting us on, but tonight we were able to showcase the hunter talent in front of the community at large.”
The night continued with the $2,500 Stephen A. Comunale Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic. The top child and adult riders attempted the course featuring sharp rollbacks, tight turns, standalone oxers, and an in-and-out. Only three riders were able to clear the course without any faults or time penalties, resulting in an exciting jump-off with the prize money, coveted award and division championship within grasp.
First in the race against the clock was pathfinder Alayna Pastuck and Dibelius, owned by Darren Chiacchia. They set a phenomenal pace from the start, opting to slice all turns possible. It was the inside turn from the fifth fence of the jump-off that shaved the seconds from Pastuck’s time. They set the target time of 35.15 seconds, a time that seemed nearly impossible to surpass.
Although Pastuck’s time was daunting, Gina Oddo and Last Call were prepared to give them a run for their money. They put in a valiant effort, ending with a time of 31.15 seconds, beating Pastuck’s time, but four faults from the final fence eventually earned them the third. Pastuck returned to the ring with Quasar, owned by Chiacchia. She knew that she already had the win with her other mount, but tonight was about experience for the pair. She was able to shave off the extra seconds and keep all rails in place in only 34.67 seconds for the win.
“Quasar is actually a 6-year-old event horse, and this was his first indoor event. We are just really proud that he stepped up to the plate. I have been riding him for a year now, and there has been such a change in his demeanor. He began as a bucking bronc, and he has turned into the perfect gentleman,” Pastuck explained. “He is very straightforward. If you show him where to go he does the rest. It comes very naturally to him, and he is a fast learner. Ultimately we would like to go all the way with him. We are going to continue eventing him, as well as showing him in the hunter/jumper shows, too. I think this show really ups the horses game. It is a nice challenge.”
Owner Chiacchia elaborated, “Part of my program was always to focus on the individual disciplines of eventing. I always find the best in each category, and it has permeated through my coaching, training and showing. This is such a different show with the confines of the space and, at the end of the day, it is all about going into that new challenging environment no matter where you are. It could be the Pan American Games or the Olympics; it all comes down to the challenge and new experience. That is why I like my riders to go into events like this. I am so proud of my rider for stepping up. She rode like a little star today.”
Pastuck not only led the victory gallop this evening, but she also was presented with the Children’s/Adult Jumper Championship title. Jazz Johnson Merton and Biloxi were awarded the division’s reserve championship for their first place rides in yesterday’s competition.
Paige Kouimanis and Bon Jovi. Photo By: Trey Talbott/CreeksideFoto.com
The $1,000 Stephen A. Comunale Low Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic concluded this evening’s events. Showing over the same course as the previous classic, the riders were faced with the same difficulties. Only four riders went clear in the first round, resulting in a nail-biting jump-off. Sherri Terhaar and Clousseau went double clear in a time of 37.766 seconds to set the pace. The crowd looked on as Andrea Bennett and Caliente attempted to catch Terhaar’s time. They went clean and fast to finish in 34.715 seconds and take over the lead. Although Carri D’Angelo and Casalli posted a time of 35.046 seconds, taking slightly more conservative options, it came down to the final rider, Paige Kouimanis. She picked up a speedy pace with five-year partner Bon Jovi, and tackled the track with dexterity. They completed the short track in 33.423 seconds to claim the victory. Kouimanis was also awarded the Low Children’s/Adult Jumpers Championship, and the Grand Child/Adult Jumper Championship.
“As long as I sit back and don’t let him get into the bend and keep him together he can turn like a dime,” Kouimanis stated. “When I saw Andrea go with Caliente, I knew I had to be fast. I think it was the inside turns that did it for me. I thought the courses rode well, and I like the options that were provided on the course to make turns. I really enjoyed showing here; I always have. They do a great job, and we always have a good time.”
Tomorrow concludes the 67th Buffalo International Horse Show with the finale of the Adult Amateur Hunters, Children’s Hunters and Pony Hunter classes. Each division will host a Classic to raise the stakes as the riders vie for the top honors and championship titles. The BIHS has been a tremendous success due to its sponsors and generous supporters.
For more information regarding the 67th Annual Buffalo International Horse Show, please visit www.thebtrc.org or call (716) 877-9295. Entries may be faxed to (716) 877-4001.
67th Annual Buffalo International Horse Show Fast Facts:
EVENT: 67th Annual Buffalo International Horse Show, which benefits the Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center.
WHAT: Buffalo’s most prestigious horse show. The ‘AA’ rated show is one of the best ways for exhibitors to prepare themselves and their horses for the fall indoor circuit of finals. BIHS offers a large indoor arena for competition that gives horses and riders a chance to compete indoors before showing at the national finals in Pennsylvania, Washington D.C. or Kentucky. The horse show offers generous prize money in every division.
Sanctioned and recognized by: United States Equestrian Federation, Rated ‘AA’ Hunter and 2* Jumper; Syracuse Professional Horsemen’s Association; Ohio PHA; WPPHA.
WHERE: Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center, 950 Amherst Street, Buffalo, NY 14216
WHEN: September 11-15, 2013
HIGHLIGHTS: The Buffalo International Horse Show benefits the Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center, and is one of the largest fundraisers for the program.
THURSDAY:
$1,000 Ravenswood Groom’s Class
FRIDAY:
$1,000 “The Full Monty” Amateur-Owner Hunter Classic
$1,000 Up The Creek Junior Hunter Classic
FRIDAY NIGHT (not before 6 p.m.):
BTRC Demonstration
SATURDAY:
$500 “Scribbles” Pony Hunter Classic
SATURDAY NIGHT (not before 6 p.m.):
$3,000 Johnson Horse Transportation USHJA National Hunter Derby
$2,500 Stephen A. Comunale Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic
$1,000 Stephen A. Comunale Low Children’s/Adult Jumper Classic
ADMISSION: Free for spectators, except for Friday and Saturday night events, where admission is $5 for adults, and children 10 and under are free.
PARKING: Free on Amherst Street, on the grass on Great Arrow street, or in the school parking lot on Great Arrow.
VIP SEATING: Blue Carpet Club and Box Seating are available. The Blue Carpet Club offers tables overlooking the ring from the balcony. Only six tables are available in the Blue Carpet Club, so please make reservations early. Tables are $200 for a table of six for Friday or Saturday night, and $375 for both Friday and Saturday night combined. Box seats offer the most superior seating choice available; the closest to the action ringside. Box seats are $500 for Wednesday – Sunday afternoon until 4 pm. All Boxes include seating for six. Payment and order forms should be sent to: BIHS Attention: Blue Carpet Club and Box Seating, 950 Amherst Street, Buffalo, NY, 14216.
VENDOR/TRADE: Trophies are sponsored by EMO Insurance. Prizes for reserve champions are donated by The Hunting Horn of Penfield, NY, who is also the vendor for the horse show. Ribbons have been donated by M&T Bank.
DIRECTIONS: From NY thruway/I-90, it is only 10 minutes to the horse show facility. From I-90, take Rt 33 West. Follow to NY-198 East/Scajaquada Expressway West. Follow 198 until the Route 384 North/Delaware Ave exit. At the stop light, turn right and immediately turn left at the next light, which puts you on Delaware Ave. Follow Delaware Ave. until Amherst Street. Turn left on Amherst Street, travel less 200 feet, and the Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center is on the right.
THE FACILITY: The Buffalo Saddle and Bridle Club was built in 1921 as an indoor polo arena. Today it is known as The Buffalo Equestrian Center (BEC) and features one of the largest indoor riding arenas in the nation. Located at 950 Amherst Street, in the heart of metropolitan Buffalo, it is now the home of The Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center Inc., The Buffalo Equestrian Center and SBS Farms, Inc. The five-acre site includes the indoor sand 120×90 riding arena, stables, paddocks and an outdoor riding ring. The spectacular barn offers permanent stalls for all horse show participants.
The Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center has been the site of a therapeutic riding program for over 10 years. The BTRC currently offers programs for mentally and emotionally impaired, learning disabled and developmentally challenged children ages 6 to 16.
Programs are designed and taught by Jenna Zografos, an instructor certified with PATH (Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship) International.
Volunteers are always needed and are an invaluable part of the program. They can assist with horse care and handling or can serve as a friend and side walker. For more information, please call (716) 877-9295.
The Buffalo Equestrian Center is part of The Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center. They continue the tradition of the Saddle and Bridle club, giving lessons to kids starting at age six through adult ages. The BEC holds clinics with Jennifer Alfano, hosts a summer camp, and is now a member of the IEA (Interscholastic Equestrian Association), where members of area middle schools and area high schools compete as a team at IEA shows in New York, Ohio and Pennsylvania. Lessons are given all year Tuesday through Sunday.
SBS Farms is also part of The BTRC, and Susan Schoellkopf is the owner. Susie serves as chairman of the Zone 2 committee, the chairman of the Open Hunter Task Force, she is a member of the Junior Hunter Task Force and the D&M committee. Susie is also an “R” rated hunter judge. Jennifer Alfano is the trainer for SBS. She is a two time World Hunter Rider Champion, she has won the International Hunter Derby Series for the past two years aboard Jersey Boy, and has won several USEF Horse of the Year awards. Jennifer has trained top amateur, junior and pony riders.
Michael Hughes and Curtis. Photos by Rebecca Walton.
North Salem, NY – September 14, 2013 – Each year, junior riders work diligently to earn points for the ASPCA/NHSAA Maclay Regional Championships. Today, the top competitors from Region 2 gathered at Old Salem Farm during the at 2013 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W to showcase their skills and qualify for the ASPCA Maclay Championships at the Alltech National Horse Show. After an over fences phase, a flat phase, and a test of the top four, it was Michael Hughes of Allendale, NJ, earning the win aboard Curtis, owned by North Run of Warren, VT.
Sixty-one entries competed in the first phase over fences for judge Ralph Caristo in the Indoor Arena at Old Salem Farm. The course began with ‘S’-shaped bending line from a vertical to an oxer to a vertical. The competitors then continued to a direct vertical-oxer line, before making a bending line from a single vertical to a vertical-oxer in-and-out. Riders then continued to another bending line, before finishing with a long approach to a single oxer on the diagonal.
After the over fences phase, riders were divided into four groups for the flat phase. Beginning on the left lead, they were asked to drop their irons and showcase a sitting trot, rising trot, and canter. They then were able to pick up their irons, reverse direction, and show the same gaits on the right lead.
At the end of the evening four riders were called back for the final test in reverse order: Victoria Colvin, Megan MacPherson, Michael Hughes, and Lillie Keenan. They had to begin with the ‘S’-shaped line, cantering the first vertical, counter cantering the oxer, and trotting the second vertical. They then hand galloped a single oxer on the diagonal before halting at the end of the ring and trotting back to the line.
Victoria Colvin went first with VIP Z, showcasing a beautiful hand gallop that helped her edge up into the third place position. Megan MacPherson was the first rider to land in the counter canter with Great Expectations, but a slower hand gallop garnered the fourth place award.
Michael Hughes was next with Curtis, and despite their new partnership they were ready to win. The duo landed in the counter canter before taking a sharp inside turn to the trot jump, and making a precise halt after hand galloping the oxer.
Lillie Keenan and Clearway
Lillie Keenan made the same inside turn with Clearway, and executed a very even trot jump, but Hughes’ brilliant test was enough for him to claim the lead while Keenan placed second.
“The first round I just wanted to have a smooth round. I wasn’t really trying to win it; I just wanted to get qualified for Kentucky,” admitted Hughes. “This is only the second time I have shown Curtis, so I was just hoping it would go well.”
Hughes only began showing Curtis at the Hampton Classic, where the won two classes, but the flat phase and test added a new element for the pair. “He’s very easy; he’s very straightforward,” noted Hughes. “He has a big stride and he’s easy to find the jumps on. I had never been in a flat class with him, but I know he doesn’t have a bouncy trot, so we would be fine without our stirrups. In the test, I was going to try and land the lead after the first jump, but I never counter cantered him or did a trot jump on him. I figured I would try it because I knew I was in the top four and knew I was qualified. It all worked out.”
Hughes trains with Missy Clark of North Run, who was very pleased with his first round of the day. “I thought it was a really beautiful trip,” she stated. “It was accurate an efficient, and he answered the questions that were posed by the course. His position is so strong; he’s such a strong, accurate rider, so I was really pleased with both his performance and the horse because Michael hadn’t done a lot with the horse. It was a good match.”
Clark continued, “During the test he really went and got it. He started the test and when he landed the lead he was in it to win it. That’s the hardest test, and it was a really short turn. I thought it was a great test.”
Old Salem Farm has proved to be the perfect venue for the Regional Championship. “They have done such a beautiful job,” expressed Clark. “It is probably one of the best shows in the country. It feels very European in flavor with the grass field and the setting. It was great effort on the part of everyone that manages the show and it’s exciting for the kids to be here and have the opportunity to watch the Gold Cup.”
All of the top entries from today’s Regional Championship have qualified for the ASPCA Alfred B. Maclay National Championship at the Alltech National Horse Show. The 2013 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W at Old Salem Farm will continue tomorrow with the $200,000 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W World Cup Qualifier, presented by Suncast, which gets underway at 2:00 p.m. on the Grand Prix Field.
About the American Gold Cup
The American Gold Cup features world-class and Olympic athletes, such as Beezie Madden, reigning FEI Rolex World Cup Champion and two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and Olympic Gold Medalist McLain Ward. Also confirmed to compete are show jumping mega-stars Kent Farrington, Margie Engle, Pan American Games Gold Medalist Christine McCrea and many more, all vying to secure their position at the World Cup Finals in Lyon, France.
The featured event, the coveted $200,000 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast, will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2013 and broadcast on NBC Sports Network the following Sunday, September 22, 2013, at 4:30 p.m. EST.
Old Salem Farm, located an hour north of New York City, boasts a state-of-the-art stabling facility, an historic pristine grass Grand Prix field and outstanding competition and schooling arenas, all of which are surrounded by one of the world’s most quaint and picturesque competition venue settings. For the past two years, the Old Salem Farm competitions have been recognized by the North American Riders Group (NARG) on their NARG Top 25 List. For more information on Old Salem Farm, including its year-long competition schedule, prize lists, clinics, boarding, lessons and training, visit www.oldsalemfarm.net.
What: The $200,000 American Gold Cup FEI World Cup Qualifying Competition CSI4*-W
When: September 11-15, 2013
Where: Old Salem Farm, 190 June Road, North Salem, NY
Hours:
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday with the ASPCA Regional Championships on Saturday afternoon
Sunday: Gates open at 11 a.m. with family activities with the $200,000 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast, an FEI World Cup Qualifying Competition CSI4*-W at 2 p.m.
Facility: Old Salem Farm is New York State’s Westchester County’s premier equestrian facility, offering 26 annual competitions, boarding, top-level training and sales. It offers state-of-the-art facilities surrounded by 120 gorgeous acres.
Stabling:
Stalls are 10 x 10 and housed under canvas. The FEI stalls are 10 x 12 and stabling area will be secured by fencing with 24/7 security. FEI horses will be scheduled to school separately from non-FEI horses. Schedules will be posted and riders will be given notification of times during the horse inspection.
Parking:
Available on the grounds
Directions:
From Interstate 84 or Interstate 287: Take interstate 684 to exit 8 (Hardscrabble Road), turn right. Old Salem Farm is on the right.
Information:
Before Show – before 9/7/12 941-744-5465 800-237-8924
During Show – 914-669-5610 ext 201
Stable office – 941-744-5465
Prize List Advertising – 941-744-5465
Vendors – Matt Morrissey 941-915-3457
Televised Broadcast: The 2013 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast will be broadcast on NBC Sports Sunday, September 22 at 4:30 p.m. EST.
Tickets:
Weekdays: Admission is free to the public
Saturday and Sunday: Admission is $15 per person, $10 per child 4-12 years and seniors 65+, children 3 and under are free.
The Jockey Club offers full service gourmet cuisine and beverages for tables of six and eight. Click here to reserve your Jockey Club table. New this year, The American Gold Cup is adding luxury suites for parties of 10 or more on the second floor of the Jockey Club. For more information and to reserve your American Gold Cup luxury suite, contact Matt Morrissey at: matt.morrissey@stadiumjumping.com.
Ring dimensions and footing:
Grand Prix Field 350′x450′, footing bluegrass mix turf. Grand Prix Annex 200′x250′, Schooling 130′x170′. Jumper Annex 146′x307′, Schooling 155′x173′. Indoor 115′x195′, Schooling 74′x135′. Hunter 138′x243′, Schooling 108′x158′. Footing in all arenas is all weather German-designed fiber and sand.
Brewster, NY 5-10 min
Heidi’s Motel (845) 279-8011
Mt. Kisco, NY 5-10 min
Holiday Inn (914) 241-2600
Danbury, CT 10-20 min from grounds
Hilton Gardens (203) 205-2000
Comfort Inn (203) 205-0800
Danbury Plaza (203) 795-0600
Ethan Allen (203) 774-1776
Spring Hill Suites (203) 744-7333
Residence Inn (203) 797-1256
Management:
Stadium Jumping, Inc.
1301 Sixth Ave. West, Suite 406
Bradenton, FL 34205
Tel: 941-744-5465
Fax: 941-744-0874
SAUGERTIES, NY (September 14, 2013) – With high school underway and college planning in full swing, Jessica Sikorski of Glastonbury, Connecticut admits that she almost didn’t come to this year’s Marshall & Sterling Insurance League National Finals. But, in a last minute decision, she and Brooke Cagwin’s Just-A-Flirt were on a trailer and headed to New York to win the $1,500 Bit O’ Straw Hunter Classic.
Sixty Children’s and Adult Hunter riders eagerly showcased their talents in the Strongid C 2X Grand Prix Stadium during the $1,500 Bit O’ Straw Hunter Classic as part of the 23rd annual Marshall & Sterling Insurance League National Finals. After a year-long qualifying process, the top riders earned their spot at the Finals.
Sikorski trains with Renee Scarpantonio at Hunter Run Stables in Glastonbury, Connecticut and leases Just-A-Flirt from Cagwin. “I hope Brooke never sells this horse because she is the best horse ever – she’s perfect,” said Sikorski. “We really went for it today.”
Jerry Dougherty of Bokeelia, Florida, the resident course designer of the Marshall & Sterling Insurance League National Finals, designed the two-round classic that gave riders a chance to capture a National Championship. Record-breaking numbers turned out to compete in the class and 12 were called back for a second round.
After riding to an 86 in the first round, Sikorski was in fourth place going into the second round. She and Just-A-Flirt scored the highest in the second round with an 82 for a total score of 168 to move from fourth to first. “We had been back and forth about coming for the last month, but my mom encouraged me to come and I am so glad we did,” said Sikorski. “This was my last horse show for a while because I will be going to college next year.”
Sikorski is currently researching schools and plans to study business and equine studies after she completes high school.
Second place was awarded to Claire Kenny of Kingston, New York and Domani, owned by Betty Kenny, with a total score of 167. Kenny trains at Lucky C Stables in New Paltz, New York and is the daughter of Dennis Kenny who presents the weekly Dennis Kenny Law Offices Grooms Award at HITS-on-the-Hudson.
Third place went to owner/rider Suzanne Atcavage of Honesdale, Pennsylvania and Nuff Said with a total score of 166. Rounding out the top five was Alisha Giordano of Yaphank, New York in the irons of her own On Cloud Nine with a two-round total of 161 and Ashley Christiano of New Paltz, New York on her own Summer’s Dark Saint with a 160.
About The Marshall & Sterling League The Marshall & Sterling League was designed to enhance the level of competition for children and adult riders, with an opportunity to qualify for a prestigious National Finals competition. Now celebrating their 22nd year, the Marshall & Sterling League features 14 divisions of competition. Riders who are members of the League had the opportunity to earn points throughout the year by competing in Marshall & Sterling classes in order to qualify for the Marshall & Sterling League Finals, held at HITS-on-the-Hudson in Saugerties, New York.
The Marshall & Sterling League is proudly sponsored by Marshall & Sterling Insurance, Inc. Marshall & Sterling Insurance, Inc., founded in 1864, is among the largest privately owned insurance agencies in the United States. For more than a quarter century, Marshall & Sterling has protected precious equine assets with unparalleled service and support, whether the family hunter, a champion racehorse or a commercial farm. An employee-owned company, Marshall & Sterling is recognized throughout the nation as a leader in providing exceptional service and support. The company maintains a national presence and is licensed in all 50 states and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Kent Farrington and Willow. Photo by Rebecca Walton.
North Salem, NY – September 14, 2013 – Kent Farrington was on fire today, topping the $50,000 Hermès Classic with his talented mount Willow by besting a nine-horse jump-off with a double clear effort in 37.91 seconds. Forty-one of the country’s top equestrian athletes turned out for the event at the 2013 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W, held at Old Salem Farm, but it was Farrington who had all the answers to beat Ireland’s Darragh Kenny with Prof De La Roque and Argentina’s Max Amaya riding Cartier, finishing second and third, respectively.
Ireland’s Alan Wade built today’s challenging track on the Grand Prix Field, which included an oxer-vertical double combination, and difficult final line with an oxer to a vertical-vertical-oxer triple combination that finished with an uphill vertical. Only nine were able to complete the course without fault, although a tight time allowed had three riders finishing with a single time fault.
For the jump-off, the competitors began with the first oxer in the final line of the original course to the oxer of the triple combination, before jumping a single vertical with a bending line to the double combination. They finished over two new fences before galloping to a single airy vertical.
Only four of the returning athletes managed to complete a second faultless round, the first of which came from Kent Farrington and Willow, owned by Amalaya Investments of Houston, TX. The duo set the target by leaving a stride out to the double combination and galloping easily over the final vertical. They crossed the finish line in 37.91 seconds, which would prove uncatchable.
“This horse has a very large stride and I just tried to take advantage of that in a couple of the lines,” explained Farrington. “I actually did one less in the combination, which I don’t think many horses can do. That’s a very unique horse that he can open up his stride that much and still be able to jump a double well.”
Darragh Kenny and Prof De La Roque. Photo by The Book LLC 2013
Darragh Kenny made a good effort to beat Farrington’s time aboard Prof De La Roque, owned by Postage Stamp Farm of Ridgefield, CT, and despite their sharp inside turns to the final obstacles, they fell just short of the leaders with a time of 38.49 seconds, which held up for second place.
Paige Johnson managed to post the next jump-off round without error riding Dakota, owned by Salamander Farm of The Plains, VA, but although they were able to leave all the rails intact, they broke the beam in 41.38 seconds for fourth place.
It was Max Amaya who slipped into the third place position with Cartier, owned by Stonehenge Stables of Ocean, NJ. They held the same pace as Johnson as they cleared the course, clocking in at 41.36 seconds, just 2/100ths of a second faster, stealing the yellow ribbon and sealing Farrington’s victory.
“This is actually my student Megan Nusz’s horse,” admitted Farrington. “I rode him one time before and I just started riding him here at this show. He’s been a good horse for her; she’s won classes on him as well and she was nice enough to let me ride him for a little bit. He’s careful and a little bit spooky, but he has a very big stride so he likes a lot of support and keep him confident.”
Tomorrow, Farrington will compete in the $200,000 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W with his veteran mount Uceko. “That’s been a long time partner of mine,” said Farrington. “He’s had a great season and he’s got some more good rounds in him this year.”
Farrington has been enjoying competing at the American Gold Cup and appreciates all of the efforts that the show has made for the exhibitors and spectators. “The management and the owners of Old Salem Farm are making a real effort to run this as an international level show,” he said. “I think that it is very important for the United States to at least have a couple of events that are run at that standard. The improvements they have made just keep raising the level of the show.”
Earlier in the day, athletes had the opportunity to showcase their skills during the $25,000 SJHOF High Junior/Amateur-Owner Classic. The Alan Wade course began at the far end of the Grand Prix field and tested riders with an oxer-vertical double combination and a vertical-oxer-vertical triple combination by the gate. Ten of the 49 starters were faultless over the track, and for the jump-off they began with a new oxer and vertical, followed by the first part of the double combination, and then a sharp bending line before rolling back over the final obstacles and finishing by the gate.
Lillie Keenan posted the first clear jump-off with Pumped Up Kicks, owned by Chansonette Farm of New York, NY, carefully leaving all of the fences intact. Although she had a handy time of 42.315 seconds, there were six entries remaining and the time would only hold up for third place.
Karen Polle and What Ever. Photo by The Book LLC 2013
Karen Polle of New York, NY, was next with her long-time partner What Ever. Despite this being the horse’s biggest class since returning from an injury, she proved she was ready to win. They made sharp turns and had a big gallop, easily winding their way through the course without error and breaking the beam at 40.663 seconds.
Frances Land of Alpharetta, GA, tried to catch Polle’s time with Vieanne, but for the second day in a row the pair had to settle for second place. They were also very quick and precise, but crossed the finish line in 41.934 seconds. The only other rider to finish the course without incurring any faults Erin Haas aboard As Di Chupito, owned by the North Face Farm of Chesea, MI. In an effort to leave all the rails in place they had a more conservative pace, finishing in 45.560, earning the fourth place ribbon and sealing Polle’s victory.
“The place where I made the most time was my turn to the liverpool, and then I left out a stride to the next vertical, which I didn’t see many people do,” admitted Polle. “My horse is just naturally fast also, so I can cover ground quickly.”
What Ever and Polle have been partnered together for three years, but the mare is just coming back from an injury. “This was her biggest class yet,” smiled Polle. “She started at Lake Placid, but we took it pretty slow. She’s so brave. I can go in and go as fast as I want. I think she’s the only horse that I’ve gotten and I’ve just clicked right away with. As soon as I got her I felt so comfortable and so calm. She just tries so hard for me and even if I make a mistake, she’s always there for me.”
The first class of the day on the Grand Prix Field was the $10,000 Mitchell-Innes & Nash Fine Art Adult Amateur Classic. Patricia Hennessy of Kintnersville, PA, topped the nine-horse jump-off aboard Little Tom with a double clear effort in 27.328 seconds. Elizabeth Lamotte of West Grove, PA, followed her with Spit Fire in second with a time of 29.650 seconds, while Tiffany Field and London, owned by Hidden Brook Farm of Salt Point, NY, rounded out the top three by finishing in 31.844 seconds.
Meanwhile in the Jumper Ring, the day kicked-off with the $5,000 NAL/WIHS Children’s Classic, where the victory went to Madison Charlton riding Petit Flipper for Ellen Mitchell of Bernardsville, NJ. Liana Cohen of New York, NY, and Zoomerang were two seconds short during the tiebreaker for second place, while Grace Foley of New York, NY, and Atlantus took home the third place award.
The $10,000 NAL Low Junior Jumper Classic was next, with just fractions separating the top two competitors. Madison Goetzmann of Westport, CT, set the pace aboard Veronieque during the jump-off, finishing in a clear 35.735 seconds for the win. Michael Hughes was right on her heels, clocking in at 35.926 seconds for the second place honors with Red Hot, owned by Dumnacross Farm of Allendale, NJ. The third place award went to Ali Tritschler riding Velinta Palo Blanco for Norfield Stables of Newtown, CT, and finishing in 36.035 seconds.
The final event was the $10,000 NAL Low Amateur-Owner Jumper Classic, presented by Houlihan Lawrence, where a single second determined the placings of the top three finishers in the jump-off. The winning honors went to Francesca Bolfo of New York, NY, aboard U2, while Maria Costa of Wellington, FL, and Reno picked up the second place award. Kenzie Snyder of West Chester, PA, and Waterloo posted a double clear effort that was good enough for the third place prize.
The 2013 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W will conclude tomorrow with the $200,000 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W World Cup Qualifier, presented by Suncast, which gets underway at 2:00 p.m. on the Grand Prix Field. The top competitors from around the world will vie for the lion’s share of the prize money and the winning title.
About the American Gold Cup
The American Gold Cup features world-class and Olympic athletes, such as Beezie Madden, reigning FEI Rolex World Cup Champion and two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and Olympic Gold Medalist McLain Ward. Also confirmed to compete are show jumping mega-stars Kent Farrington, Margie Engle, Pan American Games Gold Medalist Christine McCrea and many more, all vying to secure their position at the World Cup Finals in Lyon, France.
The featured event, the coveted $200,000 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast, will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2013 and broadcast on NBC Sports Network the following Sunday, September 22, 2013, at 4:30 p.m. EST.
Old Salem Farm, located an hour north of New York City, boasts a state-of-the-art stabling facility, an historic pristine grass Grand Prix field and outstanding competition and schooling arenas, all of which are surrounded by one of the world’s most quaint and picturesque competition venue settings. For the past two years, the Old Salem Farm competitions have been recognized by the North American Riders Group (NARG) on their NARG Top 25 List. For more information on Old Salem Farm, including its year-long competition schedule, prize lists, clinics, boarding, lessons and training, visit www.oldsalemfarm.net.
What: The $200,000 American Gold Cup FEI World Cup Qualifying Competition CSI4*-W
When: September 11-15, 2013
Where: Old Salem Farm, 190 June Road, North Salem, NY
Hours:
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday with the ASPCA Regional Championships on Saturday afternoon
Sunday: Gates open at 11 a.m. with family activities with the $200,000 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast, an FEI World Cup Qualifying Competition CSI4*-W at 2 p.m.
Facility: Old Salem Farm is New York State’s Westchester County’s premier equestrian facility, offering 26 annual competitions, boarding, top-level training and sales. It offers state-of-the-art facilities surrounded by 120 gorgeous acres.
Stabling:
Stalls are 10 x 10 and housed under canvas. The FEI stalls are 10 x 12 and stabling area will be secured by fencing with 24/7 security. FEI horses will be scheduled to school separately from non-FEI horses. Schedules will be posted and riders will be given notification of times during the horse inspection.
Parking:
Available on the grounds
Directions:
From Interstate 84 or Interstate 287: Take interstate 684 to exit 8 (Hardscrabble Road), turn right. Old Salem Farm is on the right.
Information:
Before Show – before 9/7/12 941-744-5465 800-237-8924
During Show – 914-669-5610 ext 201
Stable office – 941-744-5465
Prize List Advertising – 941-744-5465
Vendors – Matt Morrissey 941-915-3457
Televised Broadcast: The 2013 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast will be broadcast on NBC Sports Sunday, September 22 at 4:30 p.m. EST.
Tickets:
Weekdays: Admission is free to the public
Saturday and Sunday: Admission is $15 per person, $10 per child 4-12 years and seniors 65+, children 3 and under are free.
The Jockey Club offers full service gourmet cuisine and beverages for tables of six and eight. Click here to reserve your Jockey Club table. New this year, The American Gold Cup is adding luxury suites for parties of 10 or more on the second floor of the Jockey Club. For more information and to reserve your American Gold Cup luxury suite, contact Matt Morrissey at: matt.morrissey@stadiumjumping.com.
Ring dimensions and footing:
Grand Prix Field 350′x450′, footing bluegrass mix turf. Grand Prix Annex 200′x250′, Schooling 130′x170′. Jumper Annex 146′x307′, Schooling 155′x173′. Indoor 115′x195′, Schooling 74′x135′. Hunter 138′x243′, Schooling 108′x158′. Footing in all arenas is all weather German-designed fiber and sand.
Brewster, NY 5-10 min
Heidi’s Motel (845) 279-8011
Mt. Kisco, NY 5-10 min
Holiday Inn (914) 241-2600
Danbury, CT 10-20 min from grounds
Hilton Gardens (203) 205-2000
Comfort Inn (203) 205-0800
Danbury Plaza (203) 795-0600
Ethan Allen (203) 774-1776
Spring Hill Suites (203) 744-7333
Residence Inn (203) 797-1256
Management:
Stadium Jumping, Inc.
1301 Sixth Ave. West, Suite 406
Bradenton, FL 34205
Tel: 941-744-5465
Fax: 941-744-0874
Clark Montgomery and Loughan Glen (Shannon Brinkman)
Woodstock, England – Cross Country day at the Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials saw gutsy performances from U.S. competitors over Eric Winter’s influential track. Saturday’s test was made all the more difficult as horse and rider combinations also had to contend with slick going, yet the Americans remained undeterred. Clark Montgomery maintained his third place standing on an ever-improving Loughan Glen, while 24-year-old Meghan O’Donoghue made a massive climb up the leaderboard following an impressive cross country round.
Montgomery (Wiltshire, United Kingdom) and Jessica Montgomery, Kathryn Kraft, and Holly and William Becker’s Loughan Glen led the way for the U.S. on Saturday with one of the quickest trips of the day. The pair, which was awarded a USEF Land Rover Competition Grant to compete at Blenheim, produced a masterful round over Winter’s testing track adding just 2.8 time penalties to stand on a two-day total of 45.5.
Montgomery has been based in England since the beginning of 2013 and has made a priority of increasing the 10-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding speed on the cross country.
“This horse in the past has been a bit slow and gotten tired in the last few minutes especially, so I’m really happy to be just seven seconds over. You always just go for it but it (the time allowed) is proving a bit difficult,” said Montgomery. “He felt good; I had to fight a little bit for the course; it rode harder than I expected but he was super honest and I couldn’t have been happier.”
Two years ago, Montgomery and Loughan Glen made their international debut at the Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, finishing in fifth place. In the return trip to Blenheim, Montgomery looked to improve upon the 2011 performance and with one phase left is poised to do just that.
“I set pretty high expectations for myself; the horse can do a very good job. When I was here two years ago he was over 10 seconds slow, so I wanted to be inside 10 seconds here and he did that,” said Montgomery. “I have a goal of jumping clear tomorrow so hopefully I can finish on it.”
O’Donoghue (Carbondale, Illinois) and her own Pirate are contesting their first overseas competition on a Jacqueline B. Mars Competition and Training Grant from the USET Foundation. But they defied their lack of international experience on Saturday with a scorching round to climb up 31 places. The pair came to Blenheim looking to showcase the jumping form that propelled them to 12th place in their first CCI4*at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Land Rover in April. The 11-year-old Thoroughbred gelding once again demonstrated his tidy form across the country to just add 8.8 time penalties to their score.
O’Donoghue and Pirate will head into Sunday’s final show jumping phase in 11th position on a score of 61.1.
Phillip Dutton (West Grove, Pennsylvania) once again proved why he is among the best in the game on the cross country as he guided Team Rebecca, LLC’s Ben to a clear jumping round on Saturday. In only his third ever CCI start, the Holsteiner gelding lost a shoe early on in the course but nevertheless continued to perform for Dutton in the slick conditions. The pair added 27.2 time penalties and lay in 22nd position on a score of 75.5.
Julian Stiller (Berkshire, United Kingdom) and her own Sintra BK were the first U.S. pair on course and incurred 20 jumping and 14.8 time penalties to stand in 43rd place on 99 penalties after the cross country. Stiller elected to retire her second ride of the day, her own and Jules Delvecchio Pandora X, after things were not going according to plan.
Rounding out the U.S. effort in CCI3* competition was Cindy Rawson (Somerset, United Kingdom) and her own and Donald Collier and Pip Bowerman’s Mocharabuiee. The combination incurred 20 jumping and 39.2 time penalties and now lay 55th on 115.2.
Irish Olympian Aoife Clark heads the CCI3* field with Fenyas Elegance on a score of 44 after incurring four time penalties on the cross country. France’s former World Champion, Jean Teulere, stands tied with Montgomery on a score of 45.5. However, Teulere and Matelot Du Grand Val were one second closer to the optimum time and therefore head into the final phase in second position.
In the CIC3* for eight- and nine-year-old horses, Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp (East Sussex, United Kingdom) and her own HHS Cooley collected two time faults in the show jumping to move up to 19th. They will head out onto the cross country on 51.8 penalties.
Great Britain’s Team Silver medalist from the 2012 London Olympic Games, William Fox-Pitt, leads the CIC3* with Fernhill Pimms on a score of 33.1.
By Helen Murray
For more information on the Fidelity Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials, click here.
Wayne, IL – September 13, 2013 – Caitlin Boyle has seen success throughout the country, but today that success came close to home at the Showplace Fall Classic Championship Horse Show, held September 10-15 at the Lamplight Equestrian Center. The Hampshire, IL native rode to the blue ribbon in the WIHS Equitation Hunter Phase aboard Loredo, owned by Micaela Kennedy of Chesterfield, MO, and to three top two finishes in the Small Junior Hunters aboard Finders Keepers.
Other top junior finishers today in the main hunter ring, sponsored by Wisconsin Equine Clinic & Hospital, included Emily Kabeshita, Madeline Thatcher, Madison Edwards, Emily Schneider and Alexis Cohen. Schneider and Windy V, owned by Alan Korotkin of Wellington, FL, took the top call in the first Small Junior Hunter class, while Boyle and her own Finders Keepers finished second over the Skip Bailey designed course.
Over the second course of the division, it was again Boyle and Finders Keepers who claimed the second place honor, while Alexis Cohen of Highland Park, IL and her own Ferrari took the blue. Boyle concluded the day’s Small Junior Hunter classes with a first place finish in the under saddle, leading the division standings heading in to Saturday’s competition.
“Finders Keepers is a Thoroughbred who I’ve had for about a year and a half,” Boyle said. “He’s really come a long way, and I think he’s a lot more talented than we even initially thought. He’s fun to ride, and he has a lot of scope.”
In the Large Junior Hunters, it is Madeline Thatcher and Summer Place, owned by Pony Lane Farm of Bluffdale, UT, who led the way heading into the second day of the division. The consistently top performing pair earned both a first and second over fences and third under saddle to head up the point tally for the day. Leading the jog for the first place award in the first over fences class was Madison Edwards of Lake Forest, IL aboard her own Last Wish.
In addition to extensive hunter offerings, the Showplace Fall Classic Championship Horse Show, put on by Showplace Productions, features a wealth of equitation classes and championships, including the USEF Zone V Golden Spur Finals, the IHJA “A” Medal Finals and the Marshall & Sterling Finals.
Caitlin Boyle and Finders Keepers
As the show heads into a weekend of top equitation competition, Caitlin Boyle kicked things off by winning the WIHS Equitation Hunter Phase. Boyle and her winning mount Loredo will return to the ring Saturday to complete the Jumper Phase of the equitation class and vie for the overall top honor. Boyle trains with her father, Patrick Boyle, as well as with Kim Gardiner of Perfecta Farm.
Also heading into the weekend on a strong start is fellow Perfecta Farm rider Emily Kabeshita and her mount Luxury. Kabeshita, of St. Charles, IL, bested a competitive field of junior riders to earn the win in the day’s ASPCA Maclay class.
“I got Luxury last fall, and we’ve been working a lot over the year. It’s great to see it’s really starting to pay off,” said Kabeshita.
Skip Bailey set a 12 obstacle track for the class that included two short-strided combinations and numerous tight turns and bending lines.
“It was a little bit trickier course than usual, but it went well,” explained Kabeshita. “Luxury’s really good about helping me out with the bending lines and everything. He’ll move up or move down well when I tell him. He was really great today.”
Kabeshita and Luxury now have their sights set on the IHJA “A” Medal Finals, which will be held Sunday morning in the Grand Prix Ring at the Lamplight Equestrian Center. Equitation competition also continues throughout the day on Saturday with the Farnam Adult Medal Finals, the SmartPak Children’s Medal Finals, the Marshall and Sterling Junior Medal Finals and more. To learn more about the Showplace Fall Classic Championship Horse Show and Showplace Productions, visit: www.showplaceproductions.com.
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Audi’s Grant Ganzi keeps possession of the ball despite Piaget’s charging Juan Bollini, Brandon Phillips and Melissa Ganzi. Photos by Scott Fisher.
WELLINGTON, FL – Sept. 13, 2013 — The two-week countdown has begun for the fall polo season in Wellington.
After a successful spring season, Grand Champions Polo Club will host what promises to be one of the most competitive fall seasons in club history.
Nine tournaments are scheduled, including two 20-goal tournaments in November for the club’s sixth fall season.
The Tackeria Invitational, scheduled for Sept. 27-29, is the first of seven medium goal tournaments, set for Palm City Polo Club in Boca Raton.
The fall season-opener will be warm-up matches to shake the rust off and fine tune for the season.
The remaining fall tournaments hosted at Grand Champions Polo Club are the Oct. 4-6 USPA Fall Classic, Oct. 13-15 USPA Kay Colee Memorial; Oct. 18-20 US Trust Cup, Oct. 25-27 USPA Fall Plates; Nov.1-3 Pedro Morrison Memorial and Nov. 8-10 Palm Restaurant Invitational.
The two 20-goal tournaments are the prestigious Oct. 30 – Nov. 9 USPA North America Cup and Nov. 13-24 The National 20-Goal Championship.
Audi’s Grant Ganzi, Lucas Lalor and Mike Azzaro teaming up as a pack against Piaget
Sponsors, players and teams are still being finalized by Grand Champions owners Marc and Melissa Ganzi, who will both compete during the fall in preparation for the high goal season.
Hall of Famer and 8-goaler Mike Azzaro heads the pro lineup. Azzaro is scheduled to play the entire fall season. For several tournaments Azzaro will compete with rising young stars and national champions Juancito Bollini, Wes Finlayson and Grant Ganzi.
On the pro roster, Azzaro will be joined by 8-goaler Nic Roldan, Juan Bollini, Joey Casey, Canadian Brandon Phillips, J. J. Celis and Kris Kampsen. The newest player to join the lineup is Gigi Aguero, a former 7-goaler.
Among sponsors returning is David Krantz and his YP.Com team.
Krantz, based in Atlanta, has been playing polo off-and-on for fifteen years. After an eight-year layoff, he started competing at Grand Champions two years ago.
“It’s a pleasure and a treat to come down here,” Krantz said. “I try to play at least one tournament each season. I love coming down and seeing Marc and Melissa and playing with Juan; he’s been a good coach for me.”
During the 2012 fall season, Audi dominated the season winning back-to-back USPA North America Cup and USPA National 20-Goal Tournament titles with Marc Ganzi, Carlitos Gracida, Nic Roldan and Hall of Famer and former 10-goaler Carlos Gracida. In the national 20-goal final, Audi edged Piaget, 10-9.
More than fifty invitations were sent out to padrons who have competed at the club in the past five seasons. High goal team owners were also invited.
The fall season is great preparation for the 20- and 26-goal seasons for 2014 in Wellington.
Rosters and lineups change from tournament to tournament. Evenly-matched teams are put together to help build players skills and performance.
All tournaments are USPA-sanctioned and have grown in stature since their start in the mid-1990s.
GRAND CHAMPIONS FALL SCHEDULE
Sept. 27-29, Tackeria Invitational, Palm City Polo Club, Boca Raton
Oct. 4-6, USPA Fall Classic
Oct. 13-15, USPA Kay Colee Memorial
Oct. 18-20, US Trust Cup
Oct. 25-27, USPA Fall Plates
Oct. 30 – Nov. 9, USPA North America Cup
Nov. 1-3, Pedro Morrison Memorial
Nov. 8-10, Palm Restaurant Invitational
Nov. 13-24, The National 20-Goal Championship
PALM CITY POLO CLUB
WHERE: 18000 Jog Road, Boca Raton, 561-289-9099 (Club entrance is the first flashing light north of Clint Moore Road).
GRAND CHAMPIONS POLO CLUB
WHERE: 13444 Southfields Road, on the corner of South Shore Boulevard and Lake Worth Road, Wellington, 561-644-5050.
INFORMATION: There are great field side views for tournament action at the home base of pro teams Audi and Piaget. Everyone is welcome to watch high and medium goal polo in a relaxed atmosphere during the spring and fall tournament season and other special events including the International Cup in November, Buzz Welker Memorial Junior Tournament in March, Women’s Championship Tournament and Gay Polo League International Tournament, both in April.
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Lisa Goldman practicing the exercises across the mound.
Riders Learn Skills That Can’t Be Taught in the Ring
Hampshire, IL – September 10, 2013 – Diane Carney and Greg Franklin hosted a George H. Morris Natural Obstacle Clinic on September 9th and 10th at Canterbury Farm in Hampshire, IL.
The theme of “back to the future” was evident, where the concept of jumping natural jumps on various terrains like foxhunting, builds better riders and teaches horses to jump better, enabling our country to have better international teams in the future.
The clinic track set by Morris, was inviting and progressive, allowing horses and riders of all levels to learn how to ride the natural obstacles. Morris is an advocate of basic principles of riding and horsemanship.
“Dressage is the educated way to dominate the horse,” said Morris. “Proper riding is the same at the walk, trot, canter, galloping and jumping.”
Each group began the session with basic flat work, preparing both the horse’s brain and body for jumping.
“Not many shows in the United States have grass rings and natural obstacles anymore but the best shows in the world do like Spruce Meadows and Aachen, Germany,” stated Morris.
Stephen Foran, 2012 EAP winner, jumping the grob
“People need to get out of the ring and ride,” emphasized Morris. “Bring the outside into the ring. You can’t teach the same things in a ring that riding out of the ring can.”
Morris began jumping with a serpentine exercise over the bank, educating horses to jumping on and off the bank. Once horses were comfortable with that, they progressed to the mound, again jumping up, down and across the hill, building confidence in both horses and riders.
From there, groups progressed to the grob, consisting of a vertical jump, two strides down the slope to a vertical over a ditch, then two strides up the slope to a vertical. Again horses were introduced slowly, trotting in until they became comfortable.
Then it was on to the water jumps, again emphasizing progression. Riders started over a Liverpool with cavalettis, then moved on to a larger black water with a take-off gate and a rail, then moved on to the ten foot open water set in the ground with a PVC pole on the landing to teach horses to jump across the tape.
“There are two kinds of experience,” said Morris. “Experience in the britches and experience in the brain. Experience in the britches is ‘doing it’. Experience in the brain in learning to anticipate what the horse will do. Riders and trainers need both kinds of experience.”
Auditors of the clinic were right in the mix as well with the spectator tent set in the middle of the field, offering the best views of the entire field.
“This clinic was a school similar to one you would do to get ready for Spruce Meadows,” said Carney. “The Canterbury field was built from both Greg’s and my experience showing in Calgary. All the natural obstacles found in the International Ring at Spruce Meadows are in the field at the farm. I appreciate the riders, horses, auditors and all involved that made this clinic a great learning opportunity with George. It’s all about promoting better riding. Riding in the field makes better riders in the ring.”
Richard Rhinehart tackles the open water
It was a great event on the heels of the 2013 Chicago Hunter Derby, which Morris judged, held at Rush and Carl Weeden’s Annali Farm in Antioch, IL, just one hour away.
Morris helped design the course for the 2013 Chicago Hunter Derby with Bobby Murphy of Lexington, KY. One glance at the field would tell you Morris’s concepts were present. The course was built using minimal ground lines and a variety of jumps reminiscent of foxhunting days. Natural coops, stone walls, hickstead fences and brush jumps provided the appropriate test for horses and riders to navigate with the up and downhill terrain.
Carney and Franklin plan on holding the clinic next year, once again offering the opportunity for riders and horses to ‘get out of the ring’ and to encourage better riding. Morris will be teaching another clinic at Canterbury Farm November 29 – December 1, 2013. For more information, go to www.telluridefarm.com or contact Diane Carney at dtelluride@aol.com or 847-922-6167.
For a schedule of more George H. Morris clinics, please visit www.ghmclinics.com.
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Beezie Madden and Coral Reef Via Volo. Photos by Rebecca Walton.
North Salem, NY – September 13, 2013 – Friday the 13th proved to a lucky day for Beezie Madden, who stormed to victory on her veteran mount Coral Reef Via Volo during the $100,000 American Gold Cup Qualifier, presented by Double H Farm & Windsor Show Stables. Fifty-five entries showed on the Grand Prix Field at Old Salem Farm during the 2013 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W, but only eight finished without fault to qualify for the jump-off, where Madden and Coral Reef Via Volo sped past the other double clears, Brianne Goutal and Nice De Prissey in second, and Margie Engle and Royce in third.
Alan Wade of Ireland built a solid track for today’s feature event, which tested rides with a pole over an open water fence, a skinny vertical off a sharp turn, and three double combinations, as well as multiple fences off of hills and long gallops. Mid-way through the competition, a rain shower passed through, and despite eight horse and rider combinations going clear during the first half, none were faultless during the second half of the class.
The eight athletes returning for the jump-off were all females, and for the short track they began over two new oxers to a single vertical. Then they showed over a vertical-oxer double combination to a single vertical, before rolling back over the skinny jump and galloping towards the gate for the final obstacles.
Birthday girl Brianne Goutal was the first to return for the short course riding Nice De Prissey for Remarkable Farms of Royal Palm Beach, FL. The duo was quick and precise, making easy work of the fences and galloping through the timers in 41.51 seconds to set the pace, which would hold up for second place.
Margie Engle was next riding Royce for Elm Rock Partners LLC of Bronxville, NY. Despite an ankle injury, Engle proved that she had all of the answers, leaving all the rails intact and crossing the finish line in 42.48 seconds for third place.
Katie Dinan of New York, NY, was next in the ring with her first of two qualified mounts, Nougat Du Vallet. They had a single error at the second new oxer for four faults in 40.40 seconds for fifth place, while Dinan’s second mount Glory Days had a single error in faster time of 40.01 seconds for fourth place.
Tracy Fenney with MTM Timon, owned by MTM Farm of Flower Mound, TX, and Molly Ashe Cawley on Carissimo, owned by Olivia Jack of Fairfield, CT, also had a single rail each, finishing sixth and seventh respectively. Although Leslie Howard and Tic-Tac, owned by Jane F. Clark of New York, NY, were perfect in the first round, they had 12 faults in the jump-off for eighth place.
The final clear competitor in the jump-off proved to be the best, demonstrating why she is currently ranked second in the world. Beezie Madden found the perfect distance to each obstacle with her Olympic mount Coral Reef Via Volo, owned by the Coral Reef Ranch of Rancho Santa Fe, CA, opening up the mare’s big stride to the first fences and easily galloping home through the last line. They blazed across the finish line in 41.09 seconds, beating Goutal by 5/10ths of a second to lead the lap of honor.
“As far as turning on the footing for the jump-off it felt quite good, so I went to try and win,” noted Madden. “I thought I was pretty quick to the first two fences and the double, but we were on the same time at the skinny, so I must have been faster the last two fences. Even though she’s little she has all of the scope to jump big fences. She’s been good at a lot of different venues and she is pretty comfortable here.”
Leading up to this event, Coral Reef Via Volo competed at Hickstead and the Hampton Classic. “We try to split up the work load,” explained Madden, who won the American Gold Cup Grand Prix in 2010 with the 15-year-old mare. “She’s had a lot of experience in Europe and at Spruce Meadows, so we left those for the other two horses and thought she had a good chance here.”
Madden is based out of John Madden Sales in Cazenovia, NY, and she is thrilled to have the American Gold Cup in her home state. “This venue is so fantastic and the Gold Cup has a great history,” she stated. “There is a lot of prize money and we love the area. It’s close to home and we get to stay with my brother-in-law, Frank Madden.”
Frances Land and Vieanne
Earlier today, competitors showcased their speed in the to $3,000 High Junior/Amateur-Owner Jumper class, presented by Bedford Magazine. Alan Wade utilized different natural options through the course, including cantering down the bank, jumping through the grob, and jumping on and off of the table. Riders could choose the easier options that did not include the natural obstacles, but it would cost them on the clock.
Thirty horse and rider combinations showed over the track, but only seven managed to do so without fault. The first clear effort came from Frances Land of Alpharetta, GA, and Vieanne, who wasted no time in the air as they galloped around the field in a time of 68.027 seconds.
Catherine Tyree of Chicago, IL, tried to catch Land with her first round, Udento VDL, and while they were able to leave all the rails intact, they crossed the finish line in 68.753 seconds, just 7/10ths of a second slower for an eventual fourth place finish. Tyree came even closer to Land’s time wither her second mount, Don’t Go, but was still just fractions away with a clear round in 68.753 seconds for the third place award.
Three riders finished over the 70-second mark, choosing a more conservative pace in an effort to leave all the fences untouched. Kira Kerkorian of Sagaponack, NY, clocked in at 72.970 seconds aboard Rashmo Z for fifth place, while Katherine Strauss and Angelstone Partners’ Fidel Van De Kouldries placed sixth with a time of 73.127 seconds. Lucy Deslauriers of New York, NY, had the slowest clear round, finishing in 74.547 seconds riding Hester for the seventh place honors.
The only rider that could top Land’s early clear with Vieanne came from the smallest package. The 8-year-old mare Itty Bitty and rider Kelly Soleau of Marlborough, CT, picked up a quick gallop to the first obstacle and never held back, bravely navigating the natural obstacles and shaving off valuable seconds through each turn. They broke the beam at 66.252 seconds, jumping straight to the top of the leader board, while Land and Vieanne settled for second place.
“I was so pleased with Itty Bitty,” smiled Soleau. “For some reason I stepped in the ring today and everything showed itself. I didn’t touch the reins and she jumped brilliantly. I just stayed as tight as I could everywhere and she is a pretty fast horse naturally, so when I let her do it she is very quick.”
Soleau was excited about the challenges the course presented. “We don’t get to do the natural obstacles very often, and she’s a brave horse, so when you have a brave horse it’s really fun. This is my first time showing at the Gold Cup and they have done a fantastic job with the venue. We don’t often get to ride in a field like this. It’s so nice to do something different.”
Soleau trains with the Millar family, who bred Itty Bitty. “I started working with her when she was only 2 years old and I’ve done pretty much everything with her,” expressed Soleau. “I’ve had her since she was young, and I did her first jumps, her first walk, trot and canter, and it’s been a great time. Every year we ask a little bit more and she’s really come a long way; it’s been a fantastic journey.”
Darragh Kenny and Top Gun IV
The first event on the Grand Prix Field today was the $3,000 Roberto Coin 1.35m Open Jumper Speed class. Out of 53 starters, there were 16 clear rounds, so riders had to put on the gas to score a top ribbon. The winner was Ireland’s Darragh Kenny riding Top Gun IV, owned by Oakland Ventures of Ocala, FL, who used his mounts quick foot speed to finish in a handy 59.381 seconds without a single error. He was followed closely by Julie Welles riding Banana D’ive Z for North Star of East Aurora, NY, stopping the clock in a clear 61.716 seconds. Kyle Timm and Platinum, owned by the Apex Equestrian Center of Apex, NC, rounded out the top three with a faultless round in 62.760 seconds.
“I knew if I stayed on it in couple places that he’s a very fast horse and very careful,” said Kenny, who has only been showing Top Gun IV for a month. “The first couple of jumps I went quick, and it meant at the end I could slow down and he wouldn’t get flat. He’s very simple and very competitive; he likes to win.”
The Irish native is excited to be making a splash at the American Gold Cup this year. “They have done an amazing job with this horse show,” he commented. “It rained all last night and the footing is still fantastic. They run it like a proper horse show and the management does a fantastic job. It’s a really enjoyable show to be at and I would never miss it.”
“This is such a beautiful showcase for the horses and the jewelry,” said Martha Webster who presented the award for her husband, Peter Webster, President of Roberto Coin Jewelry, sponsors of the class. “I think it is spectacular. It is an amazing forum for not only for the horses but also for the vendors and the sponsors. It is an international group. It is a different level of clientele here.”
The 2013 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W will continue tomorrow with the $50,000 Hermès Classic and the Region 2 ASPCA/NHSAA Maclay Regional Championships. On Sunday, the qualifiers from today’s feature event will compete in the $200,000 American Gold Cup CSI4*-W World Cup Qualifier, presented by Suncast, which gets underway at 2:00 p.m. on the Grand Prix Field.
About the American Gold Cup
The American Gold Cup will feature world-class and Olympic athletes, such as Beezie Madden, reigning FEI Rolex World Cup Champion and two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and Olympic Gold Medalist McLain Ward. Also confirmed to compete are show jumping mega-stars Kent Farrington, Margie Engle, Pan American Games Gold Medalist Christine McCrea and many more, all vying to secure their position at the World Cup Finals in Lyon, France
Highlights of the schedule include the $33,000 Don Little Memorial Welcome Stake on Thursday, the $100,000 American Gold Cup Qualifier presented by Double H Farm and Windsor Show Stables on Friday and the $50,000 Hermes Classic on Saturday. The featured event, the coveted $200,000 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast, will be held on Sunday, September 15, 2013 and broadcast on NBC Sports Network the following Sunday, September 22, 2013, at 4:30 p.m. EST.
The American Gold Cup will also feature a full array of jumper classes, including sections for Children and Adult Jumpers, Low and High Junior/Amateur Jumpers, plus Young Jumpers and Open Jumpers. New this year, the Zone 2 ASPCA Maclay Regional Championships will be held on Saturday in the Old Salem Farm indoor arena.
Old Salem Farm, located an hour north of New York City, boasts a state-of-the-art stabling facility, an historic pristine grass Grand Prix field and outstanding competition and schooling arenas, all of which are surrounded by one of the world’s most quaint and picturesque competition venue settings. For the past two years, the Old Salem Farm competitions have been recognized by the North American Riders Group (NARG) on their NARG Top 25 List. For more information on Old Salem Farm, including its year-long competition schedule, prize lists, clinics, boarding, lessons and training, visit www.oldsalemfarm.net.
What: The $200,000 American Gold Cup FEI World Cup Qualifying Competition CSI4*-W
When: September 11-15, 2013
Where: Old Salem Farm, 190 June Road, North Salem, NY
Hours:
8 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday – Saturday with the ASPCA Regional Championships on Saturday afternoon
Sunday: Gates open at 11 a.m. with family activities with the $200,000 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast, an FEI World Cup Qualifying Competition CSI4*-W at 2 p.m.
Facility: Old Salem Farm is New York State’s Westchester County’s premier equestrian facility, offering 26 annual competitions, boarding, top-level training and sales. It offers state-of-the-art facilities surrounded by 120 gorgeous acres.
Stabling:
Stalls are 10 x 10 and housed under canvas. The FEI stalls are 10 x 12 and stabling area will be secured by fencing with 24/7 security. FEI horses will be scheduled to school separately from non-FEI horses. Schedules will be posted and riders will be given notification of times during the horse inspection.
Parking:
Available on the grounds
Directions:
From Interstate 84 or Interstate 287: Take interstate 684 to exit 8 (Hardscrabble Road), turn right. Old Salem Farm is on the right.
Information:
Before Show – before 9/7/12 941-744-5465 800-237-8924
During Show – 914-669-5610 ext 201
Stable office – 941-744-5465
Prize List Advertising – 941-744-5465
Vendors – Matt Morrissey 941-915-3457
Televised Broadcast: The 2013 American Gold Cup, Presented by Suncast will be broadcast on NBC Sports Sunday, September 22 at 4:30 p.m. EST.
Tickets:
Weekdays: Admission is free to the public
Saturday and Sunday: Admission is $15 per person, $10 per child 4-12 years and seniors 65+, children 3 and under are free.
The Jockey Club offers full service gourmet cuisine and beverages for tables of six and eight. Click here to reserve your Jockey Club table. New this year, The American Gold Cup is adding luxury suites for parties of 10 or more on the second floor of the Jockey Club. For more information and to reserve your American Gold Cup luxury suite, contact Matt Morrissey at: matt.morrissey@stadiumjumping.com.
Ring dimensions and footing:
Grand Prix Field 350′x450′, footing bluegrass mix turf. Grand Prix Annex 200′x250′, Schooling 130′x170′. Jumper Annex 146′x307′, Schooling 155′x173′. Indoor 115′x195′, Schooling 74′x135′. Hunter 138′x243′, Schooling 108′x158′. Footing in all arenas is all weather German-designed fiber and sand.
Brewster, NY 5-10 min
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Holiday Inn (914) 241-2600
Danbury, CT 10-20 min from grounds
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Management:
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1301 Sixth Ave. West, Suite 406
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