Living to Learn About Horses 

Tanner Pfeffer

Columbus, Ohio

Full time student at Centenary University and working student for Emil Spadone at Redfield Farm

How long have you been part of the horse world?

I’ve been part of the horse world for about 12 years … [Read more]

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Silly Girlzz: Teens Making Bracelets for Equine Therapy

By Britney Grover

Charlie Brandy and Maya Green became fast friends at the barn, bonding over what they have in common. Charlie is in eighth grade; Maya is in seventh. They’ve both been riding for four years. Most importantly, they’re … [Read more]

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Happy New Year: Top 10 Stories from 2020

Happy New Year!
 
While 2020 was certainly a wild ride, Sidelines was able to make the best of it thanks to you- our wonderful readers, followers, advertisers and feature equestrians.
Here is a recap of the Top 10 most read
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Eventing with Boyd Martin

Given the ups and downs of 2020, how are you planning your 2021 competition season?

I’ve been lucky enough to be a professional event rider for the past 25 years of my life. At the beginning of each season, I … [Read more]

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A Traditionalist’s View on the FEI Helmet Rule

By George Williams

Rules in general tend to be boring, even to dressage people. However, they’re important because they affect how we play the game. Rules help to establish a level playing field, they help protect the safety of our … [Read more]

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Protective Jackets and Vests: To Wear or Not To Wear?

By Armand Leone, Jr.

While having dinner with my family a few weeks ago, we had a conversation about the use of inflatable airbag jackets and vests while riding after recently learning of an older friend who was bucked off … [Read more]

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Finding the Zone

How many times have you heard someone say, “I was just in the zone!” after a great round? On the other hand, perhaps you were riding and having some difficulty with an exercise when your trainer yelled, “Come on, pay … [Read more]

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Dressage Life, Writing, Winning Awards and Adopting a Horse

Ruby Tevis

Lexington, KY

College student, journalist and dressage rider 

How long have you been part of the horse world?

I totally caught the horse bug as a freshman in high school, when I started leasing a sweet Arabian dressage … [Read more]

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Finding Life Balance With Her New Training Business

Molly Sewell

Wellington, Florida

Professional rider and trainer

How long have you been part of the horse world?

I’ve been a professional for almost 19 years, but started riding when I was 6 years old. I was passionate about the … [Read more]

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Unbridled with Jennifer Burger

By Jan Westmark

As the president of the National Horse Show, Jennifer Burger loves the treasured historic show that is a special part of the equestrian world. “The show has a rich history and old-world elegance that has been preserved … [Read more]

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