Danielle Goldstein Named Chef d’Equipe for Team Israel at 2013 Maccabiah Games
Wednesday, July 24 2013
Wellington, FL (July 22, 2013) – International grand prix show jumper Danielle Goldstein of Starwyn Farms, LLC, has been chosen as chef d’equipe to lead Team Israel’s 4-rider squad in its quest for Gold on the medals podium at the Maccabiah Games, the 19 th quadrennial international Jewish athletic competition hosting more than 9,000 athletes from 71 countries, July 18-30, in Israel. The Maccabiah Games mark Goldstein’s first time representing Israel on native soil since the Wellington, FL resident became an Israeli citizen in 2010 and began competing internationally under its blue-and-white colors, and is the first time in its 81-year history to include equestrian competition, which will be hosted in Kibbutz Yagur, outside of Haifa.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Guest Post: Look to Traditions to Build a Better Barn
Tuesday, July 23 2013
For almost three centuries, July has been a prime month for barn raisings in Amish and old order Mennonite communities in North America.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs
Washington International Horse Show CSI 3* Increases Prize Money for 2013
Monday, July 22 2013
Tuesday Evening to Highlight High Performance Hunters Prize List Featuring Other Enhancements Now Available Online Washington, D.C. – July 22, 2013 – The 55th Washington International Horse Show CSI 3* (WIHS) is pleased to announce an increase in the prize money awarded this year in the open jumper and hunter divisions. WIHS will offer nearly half a million dollars in total prize money in 2013, more than a $70,000 boost from 2012! The official prize list for 2013 competition is now available online at www.wihs.org , featuring some exciting new changes to the schedule
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
The Marwari
Monday, July 22 2013
The Marwari is an interesting, unique looking breed. Its long history dates back to the 1100’s, making today’s breed an important part of Indian culture. History The Marwari breed originated in the Marwar region of India
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Wilhelm Genn and Happy Z Experience Deja Vu at Horse Shows by the Bay
Monday, July 22 2013
After winning her very first grand prix at Horse Shows by the Bay, Happy Z returns for No. 55
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Monty Cat- Available for Adoption!
Friday, July 19 2013
Monty Cat is a 15.3 1/2, Bay, thoroughbred gelding. He us available for adoption for $600 in Marysville, OH. This hard working guy still has a competitive side to him that would make him a star in his next discipline.
- Published in Beyond the Track, Z-Blogs
Hannah Holik and Dahlila Conquer the Competition in 3’6″ Performance Hunters at Summer in the Rockies V
Friday, July 19 2013
Parker, CO – July 18, 2013 - Hannah Holik is moving up the ranks in the jumpers and showing that she is capable of dominant performances in the hunter ring as well. She and Czech Mate LLC’s Dahlila notched two wins on Wednesday and placed well on Thursday to secure the championship in the 3’6″ Performance Working Hunters, with Ashley Keeler and Emma Willsky’s Simply Said taking the reserve.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
The First Annual Champions Grand Prix Presented by Eric Lamaze To Premiere in August at Angelstone Tournaments
Friday, July 19 2013
North America ’s Top Show Jumpers Will Compete for FEI World Ranking Points and a $100,000 Purse Rockwood , ON. July 17, 2013 - As the summer show jumping season shifts from Alberta Eastward to Quebec and Ontario, preparations are underway at Angelstone Tournaments. Three weeks of equestrian competition in August will be highlighted by one of the East Coast’s most anticipated events of the season, The Champions Grand Prix, presented by Eric Lamaze on Saturday, August 24th.
- Published in Show World, Z-Blogs
Third Competitor of Road to the Horse International 2014 to Represent Canada
Friday, July 19 2013
The third competitor to enter the legendary World Championship of Colt Starting competition has been named. Canadian horseman Jonathan Field will walk into the American Quarter Horse Association Remuda from the 6666 Ranch for the second time in three years
- Published in What's Happenin', Z-Blogs
Saddle Shopping on a Budget
Friday, July 19 2013
As a horse owner, your saddle is one of your most valuable and important investments. Saddle shopping on a budget can take a bit of time, but with patience and diligence you can find an affordable saddle which works for both you and your horse.
- Published in The Classic Insider, Z-Blogs