Dr. Madi Berger Reed: Happy Life Healing Horses

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Kacy Brown

Early in her riding journey, Dr. Madi Berger Reed was encouraged to create a personal mantra. “Head up, heart open” has been Madi’s from the start.

“Head up means go into every situation … [Read more]

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Rachel Truair: It’s Never Too Late to Change Course

By Jessica Grutkowski

Portraits by Evelyn Szczepanek

Rachel Truair spent her entire adolescence chasing her dream of “going pro,” and when it finally happened, she realized it wasn’t her destiny. Growing up in Austin, Texas, Rachel experienced horses for the … [Read more]

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Brooklyn Castellano: A Future Full of Horses

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Mellisa Fuller

 

One question changed Brooklyn Castellano’s life. When Brooklyn was 6 years old, her granddad, Peter Barba, asked her if she wanted a pony. Brooklyn enthusiastically replied, “Yes!” It didn’t matter she’d never … [Read more]

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Ania Knapinska: A Natural Approach to Understanding Horses

By Jessica Grutkowski

Portraits by Melissa Fuller

 

Ania Knapinska has accomplished more than most people dream of in a relatively short lifetime. She has trained with Olympians, legendary equestrians and pioneers of our sport across every discipline—all while simultaneously … [Read more]

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Leah Tenney: Embracing Dressage, Interior Design and Life

By Laura Scaletti

Portraits by Emma Claire Stephens

 

Whether she’s in the saddle or her design studio, Leah Tenney is all about the details. An international dressage rider today, Leah has been captivated by dressage since her first time … [Read more]

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Conquering Anxiety: You Are Not Alone

Hunter-Jumper Column

By Rob Jacobs

 

Equestrians of all ages experience anxiety at some point in their equestrian journey. Some experience anxiety on a daily basis when working with their horses, while others may only experience it at horse shows. … [Read more]

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Kate at the In Gate: Busy With Photography, Riding and a New Direction

By Jan Westmark Bauer

 

Kate Kosnoff, better known as Kate at the In Gate to equestrians at horse shows, is a busy photographer and entrepreneur. Kate wears a lot of hats running two businesses—Kate at the In Gate and … [Read more]

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Priscilla Baldwin: Living for Adventure

By Ruby Tevis

 

Live life to the fullest—that’s the goal for most of us—and Priscilla Baldwin has taken this mission to heart. From her humble beginnings in West Hartford, Connecticut, to today, Priscilla has followed her passions, taken risks … [Read more]

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Balancing School Life While Chasing Equestrian Dreams

Mia Albelo

Miami, Florida

High School Student (12th grade)

How long have you been part of the horse world? 

I am 18 now and have been riding since I was 4 years old and competing since I was 6. My … [Read more]

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Maria Costa: A Life Based On Horses

By Kimberly Gatto

Portraits by Melissa Fuller

In the fast-paced world of Grand Prix show jumping, Maria Costa is a rising star. At just 29 years of age, the Wellington-based pro already has a long list of accomplishments, including multiple … [Read more]

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