Donna Barton Brothers: From Jockey to Journalist

By Susan Friedland

Portraits by Sophia Donohue

Former jockey Donna Barton Brothers has one of the most unique jobs in all sports. Tune in to the Kentucky Derby or Breeders’ Cup, and you will see Donna, microphone in hand while … [Read more]

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Shawn & Samantha Mack: A Match Made in the Show Ring

By Helen Townes

Portraits by Kacy Brown

 

Shawn and Samantha Mack found themselves crossing paths many times over the years, at all the big hunter-jumper shows in the Northeast and Florida. It just took them until 2022 to really… [Read more]

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Niki Clarke: Adventures From Montana to the Dressage Ring

 

Niki Clarke: Adventures From Montana to the Dressage Ring

By Kimberly Gatto

Portraits by Melissa Fuller

 

Named for the creek that rippled through her family’s Montana cattle ranch, Nicholia “Niki” Clarke was born with an adventurous spirit—and a … [Read more]

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Maddy Temkin: Bringing Young Horses Along, One Talent at a Time

 

By Helen Townes

Portraits by Sara Farrell

 

For some, riding is a casual hobby, taken up in childhood and lasting a few years before fading as the demands of “real life” take over. For others, it’s an all-consuming … [Read more]

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Joie Gatlin: Adventures From the Silver Screen to the Show Ring

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Lindsey Long

 

Joie Gatlin is thankful for the life horses have given her. From growing up with horses in her backyard to traveling the world to compete, Joie has enjoyed every moment.

“I really … [Read more]

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Ivanel Johnson: Writing Lemons Into Lemonade

By Britney Grover

Ivanel “Julie” Johnson has always managed to juggle multiple careers, as an eventing coach and competitor, high school teacher and author. She’s also always managed an increasingly debilitating medical condition. Despite her spondylolisthesis, or spinal displacement, Julie … [Read more]

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Deckie Egan: From One Suitcase to a Barn Full of Horses

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Kacy Brown

 

In February 2017, Declan “Deckie” Egan boarded a plane in Dublin, Ireland, with just one suitcase, a few pairs of breeches and a plan to try to make a go of it … [Read more]

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Coagi Long: A Lifelong Journey With Equine Affaire

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Melissa Fuller

 

Every aspect of Coagi Long’s life has been shaped by horses. “Horses have taken me on many adventures, led me to my husband and are an integral part of my lifestyle and … [Read more]

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Véronique Lesage: Finding Her Driving Force for Art

By Shya Beth

Residing in René, a small village in Sarthe, northwest France, Véronique Lesage has a love of horses and passion for art that have intertwined into a force of creativity. Many times, passions and interests are discovered as … [Read more]

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Skylar Wireman: Riding the Storms to Riyadh and Beyond

By Britney Grover

Portraits by Lindsey Long

 

Many young riders have been said to be taking the show jumping world by storm, but only 19-year-old Skylar Wireman has taken it by Tornado. In just over a year together, Skylar … [Read more]

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