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Forewords
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Feature
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FEI & BLENHEIM EQUISPORTS PRESIDENTS
A HORSE WILL TAKE ME THERE – MARY FRANCES LOOKE
ENTERTAINMENT OVERVIEW
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Information
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THE RIDE TO GÖTEBORG
KARRIE RUFER AND MORNING STAR SPORTHORSES
SATURDAY ENTERTAINMENT & EVENT DETAILS
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22 Memories
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Information
RIDER PROFILES
THE 2017 LAS VEGAS NATIONAL PHOTO GALLERY
SOUTH POINT MAP & VENDOR LISTING
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39 Sponsors
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RED BUCKET EQUINE RESCUE: RESCUE IS ONLY THE BEGINNING
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS & PARTNERS
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PRODUCER & PUBLISHER: EqSol EDITOR: Jackie McFarland CREATIVE: Caitlin Azavedo, Duncan McFarland CONTRIBUTORS: Rosemarissa Pezzo PHOTOGRAPHERS: Alden Corrigan, Amy McCool, Ashley Neuhof, Jump Media,
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FOREWORD
Igmar De Vos
On behalf of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, it is my great privilege to welcome you to Las Vegas for the tenth qualifier of the highly anticipated Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ North American League 2018/2019. Kicking off its fourth season, this series will once again wow audiences with incredible athletic skill, as partnerships battle it out for the chance to contest one of the most coveted titles in Equestrian sport. Spanning a sizeable geographical landscape, including Canada, Mexico and the USA - the North American League consists of two sub-divisions, seven qualifiers in the east and an equal number in the west, providing 14 spectacular opportunities for partnerships to secure a place in the prestigious Longines FEI World Cup™ Final in Göteborg, Sweden in April next year. Ensuring maximum geographical coverage allows audiences across North America a chance to get closer to the action. Throughout the series we will witness, top-class combinations tested by the world’s best course designers, resulting in breath-taking, thrilling action at the most esteemed venues across North America. The series showcases the top-tier of Equestrianism; intense, awe-inspiring, edge of your seat sport with gripping jump-off rounds guaranteed to raise the heart rate. We continue to see exciting, emerging talent breaking out in the North American Jumping scene and in part, this success can be associated with the prosperity of the North American Jumping League. Each rider that graces the FEI Jumping World Cup™ stage acts as an ambassador for FEI Jumping, exhibiting essential values to audiences around the world. It is a great privilege to have our ambassadors inspire future generations of young riders and a great sight to behold, watching up-and-coming talent challenge our decorated stars. Last year marked 40 years of the FEI Jumping World Cup™. Throughout its history, it has provided many unforgettable moments leaving a lasting impact on spectators and competitors alike. It has proven instrumental in the growth of FEI Jumping and the Equestrian industry worldwide, acting as a platform for highlighting top-class sport and embodying the core values central to the FEI; the utmost pride at representing a nation and the unique relationship between horse and rider which allows such captivating sport to be achieved. We are incredibly thankful to our Top Partner Longines for their support of the series, as well as their dedication to the Western European League, China League and our pinnacle event the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final. Together we are growing and promoting Equestrian sport around the world, expanding into new territories and capturing new audiences. It is with great anticipation that we come together here in Las Vegas for the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ North American League 2018/2019. I wish all competitors success as they embark on their quest for World Cup™ glory. On behalf of the Fédération Equestre Internationale, I would like to thank all those involved in providing an unforgettable showcase of FEI Jumping throughout North America. Your continued commitment to the promotion of our sport, allows this series to prosper.
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Robert Ridland
We offer a warm welcome to all those who are joining us for the first time at the South Point Equestrian Arena and are happy to see all returning riders and fans here at The Las Vegas National CSI4*-W. This unique location offers the wonder and intensity of show jumping, all under the same roof as a hotel, spa, and much more. The Blenheim EquiSports team is proud to be one of 14 events that comprise the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ North American League (NAL). The NAL has injected an unmistakable element of excitement into North American competition, and that enthusiasm played a role in our decision to once again make the show a CSI4*-W, as well as increase the prize money for the feature event, the $135,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas. The Longines FEI World Cup™ is a global series with 110 qualifying events in 14 leagues across the world. At the end of the qualifying process, 14 athletes from the NAL (Canada, the United States, and Mexico), will have earned a place among the world’s best, to compete in Göteborg, Sweden for one of the most coveted trophies in the sport of show jumping. The 2017 Longines FEI World Cup™ Final in Paris, France was a tremendous event, with American Beezie Madden taking home the title and trophy for the second time in her career. Those competing on Saturday in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas will be earning valuable qualifying points toward this goal. Luxury watchmaker Longines, our prestigious Title Sponsor and Top Partner of the FEI, is the Official Timekeeper and Watch for the North American League, and provides a dedicated time-keeping team and data handling service for each of the fourteen legs. As a major supporter of the sport of Show Jumping worldwide, this invaluable timekeeping service is just a part of their contribution to elevating our sport. As always, we are thankful to our loyal partners, sponsors and competitors. We truly appreciate and would like to extend our gratitude to the owners, volunteers, and grooms, as well as the officials, the suppliers, the media, the staff working behind the scenes, the corporations, the charities, and all who make these events successful. Enjoy some superb show jumping and the thrills of the one and only city that never sleeps, Las Vegas. We are glad you are here and wish you a memorable experience.
Robert Ridland Blenheim EquiSports President
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F E AT U R E
A HORSE WILL TAKE ME THERE
“Whatever good things await me along the path of my life, a horse will take me there.” — Mary Frances Looke
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wenty-four-year-old “Francie” Looke has learned some simple truths early in life - make good choices, keep the path clear of debris and ride a horse to keep you grounded. A recovering addict, Looke has experienced the highest ‘highs’ and the lowest ‘lows’. She shares her story without hesitation, not only to reinforce her own recovery but to encourage others to do the same. Like many other young riders who compete in the ‘under 25’ classes, Looke is an emerging equestrian pursuing her passion, moving up the ladder to successfully compete in the 1.50m grand prix classes and beyond.
Requiring commitment, concentration and perseverance, Looke states the cycle as train, improve, compete and repeat. However, to achieve success in that seemingly simple cycle calls for learning from the ups and the downs and to persevere. She credits the horses for sticking by her, being her connection to earth and inspiring her to stay on track, in and out of the saddle. The journey to becoming an accomplished rider is full of ups and downs, humbling yet rewarding. Although each rider has their own path, that intense aforementioned focus required to achieve goals in partnership with these magnificent animals, and to win, is what drives these
athletes. With a deep appreciation of both the horse and the rider, Looke and her family are also avid supporters of FEI show jumping on the West Coast.
THE LOWEST LOWS Just six years ago, Francie was hospitalized with nerve damage from years of substance abuse, and feared she may never sit on a horse again. “The only thing worse to me than the prospect of life without drugs and alcohol was the thought of never riding again.” It was then that Francie was admitted to a wilderness therapy program and has been sober ever since.
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Shortly after leaving the wilderness program, Francie moved to California where she met Trevor Martin, a man she spent several years adventuring through life with. Together, they shared countless memories, hiked many miles and experienced the highs and lows of a relationship. Suddenly and much too soon, Trevor lost his life in a speedflying accident on Mount Whitney. “I cried every day for a year. During this time, I stopped riding. I tried a few times, but I was unable to establish the mindbody connection required,” Looke noted. “But my friends, my horses, were there with me throughout. As time passed, the tears became fewer and I felt my heart heal. After months of processing the grief, I emerged with a new mental focus.”
HORSES AS HEALERS Looke knows her equine connection gave her the mental and physical strength to pull through the depths of addiction and death of a loved one. “I was able to turn to my horses and find strength and solace in the bond we have.” She competed in her first U25 class, at 1.45m, in May of this year and continues to aim high. “Riding requires complete mental focus. That’s one of the things I love about the sport is that when I am on the course everything slips away. It’s pure meditation.”
Francie explained, “I’ve had, and continue to have, triumphs. I’ve had, and continue to have, defeats and setbacks. Through it all, I’ve learned to fight. Our triumphs are often shared accomplishments. We don’t get anywhere alone. Likewise, we shouldn’t blame ourselves for our defeats and setbacks.” Looke has possibly experienced more triumphs, tribulations, and tragedies than someone twice her age. Horses have and continue to be a guiding light. “Without my horses my life was empty. My passion and love for horses is what drove me to get sober. My love for horses and riding inspired me and gave me strength. It continues to do so.”
P AY I N G I T F O R W A R D Although Looke has endured hardship, she is aware how lucky she is to be where she is today and continues to seek a bright tomorrow. “I am truly grateful for the opportunity I have been given and don’t ever want to take it for granted.” The Looke family, and their company, Walter Oil & Gas Corporation, have chosen to support the growth of top equestrian sport. They will be the presenting sponsor of this year’s Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas.
“Blenheim Equisports is doing everything they can in order to make the sport attainable to as many people as possible and for interest to grow,” Looke said. “We don’t have as many FEI events as Europe or the East Coast. I am excited to do my part and help build up the West Coast in this regard and give other riders a chance to find their place in this incredible sport.” Looke also sits on the board of the Park Place Foundation, a non-profit founded by her trainer Hillary Ridland to support teens and young adults battling with addiction and mental illness as they journey into adulthood. She shares her story of addiction and loss, courage and vitality, with others to help them rise above their tribulations. Looke may not always know the way, but she knows who will take her there. “In my own personal life, a horse has always shown me the way. So, for now, I think the best thing for me to do, is to follow my horse.”
Photos by Captured Moment Photo and Hillary Ridland
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PROGRAM
Magical Saturday — November 17th
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South Point Arena — OVERVIEW
E N T E R TA I N M E N T
This Magical Saturday is an evening filled with family fun, juggling, jumping and more! TIMELINE
4:45pm box office opens 5:00pm doors open E N T E R TA I N E R S A B O U N D See More: pgs. 14–15
The $135,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas Presented by Walter Oil & Gas | FEI Competition #6 Open to the top 35 athletes from Competition #3 (held on Thurs., Nov. 15). Two round competition. Placings for the 1st round are decided by adding together the penalties occurred over the course and any penalties for exceeding the time allowed to complete the course. A competition against the clock (jump-off) will be held for all athletes with fault-free rides (or those tied with the lowest number of penalties) from the 1st round. Final placings are determined by penalties occurred and time taken in the second (jump-off) round. The remaining athletes are placed according to their penalties and time in the first round. Fences: 1.60m (5'3")
Family fun for all, including a juggler, magician, photo booth, caricature artist, face painting, and more...
7:30pm
Opening Ceremonies: Parade of Nations, Celebration of Champions, Course Review, Musical Performance by Ki-Juan Minors
F E I P E N A LT I E S E X P L A I N E D : When the time allowed is exceeded, per every 4 seconds = 1 fault When the height of the jump is lowered = 4 faults First refusal of a jump on course = 4 faults Second refusal of a jump on course = Elimination Fall of horse or rider = Elimination Going off course (jumping fences in incorrect order) = Elimination
COMPETITION
$135,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas presented by Walter Oil & Gas
~9:45pm
After Awards Presentation & Victory Gallop: Press Conference on the Concourse (public is welcome) and Autograph Signing Session in the foyer
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HOW FEI JUMPING WORLD CUP™ POINTS ARE EARNED: Points are awarded to the top 16 places in Saturday night’s $135,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas according to the scale below:
1st: 2nd: 3rd: 4th:
20 pts. 17 pts. 15 pts. 13 pts.
5th: 6th: 7th: 8th:
12 pts. 11 pts. 10 pts. 9 pts.
9th: 10th: 11th: 12th:
8 pts. 7 pts. 6 pts. 5 pts.
13th: 14th: 15th: 16th:
4 pts. 3 pts. 2 pts. 1 pt.
I N F O R M AT I O N
Ride to Göteborg The best show jumpers in the world, both human and equine, are on a quest to land one of approximately 50 places at the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final to be held April 3–7, 2019, in Göteborg, Sweden. Fourteen of those places will go to North American athletes as they ride to Göteborg through a series of North American League qualifiers held in the USA, Canada, or Mexico.
W H AT I S T H E F I N A L ? The Longines FEI Jumping World CupTM Final, an indoor competition held in the spring each year, is the single most important annual International Championship in equestrian sport. Other equestrian events at this level, the Olympics and the World Championships, occur every four years. The series, which began in 1978, has sixteen leagues in six continents and has been held at fabulous locations all over the world. In order to be one of the competitors at the prestigious finals in the spring, riders earn FEI World CupTM points for their country of citizenship, i.e. USA, Canada or Mexico, by placing in classes recognized by the FEI. For those who come out on top, the ride to Göteborg will culminate in Göteborg, Sweden. And like the qualifying events, but more so, it will be an evening filled with excitement, suspense, and excruciatingly close competition, set within the framework of this most elegant of sports.
2018 Longines FEI Jumping World CupTM Champion Beezie Madden (USA) Photo © FEI / Jim Hollander
THIS IS HOW NORTH AMERICA WILL BE REPRESENTED: North America is divided into two leagues, East and West, each with seven qualifying events. The Las Vegas National Horse Show is one of seven West Coast Sub-League events and the final show offering points in 2018. A total of 14 athletes from North America will earn an invitation to compete at the 2019 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final:
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U.S. Athletes from the East Coast Sub-League
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U.S. Athletes from the West Coast Sub-League
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Canadian Athletes from the East or West Coast Sub-League*
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Mexican Athletes from the East or West Coast Sub-League*
*the two athletes with the most points
W H I C H C O U N T R I E S H AV E W O N ? Since the first FEI World CupTM Final 39 years ago, which also took place in Göteborg, 25 different riders from 9 countries have won the prestigious title. In the past six years, U.S. riders have won the Final four times. 2012: Rich Fellers, 2013: Beezie Madden, 2017: McLain Ward, and 2018: Beezie Madden.
United States (USA): 9 riders
Austria (AUT): 2 riders
Brazil (BRA): 1 rider
Germany (GER): 5 riders
Canada (CAN): 2 riders
France (FRA): 1 rider
Switzerland (SUI): 3 riders
Great Britian (GBR): 2 riders
Netherlands (NED): 1 rider
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The world’s premiere individual Jumping series 14 leagues across the world 14 qualifying events for the North American League 14 North American League athletes will qualify for the final 1 prestigious final in Göteborg, Sweden
Vancouver, CAN 21-26.08.2018 Lexington, KY 30.10-04.11.2018
New York , NY 26-30.09.2018
Columbus, OH 03-07.10.2018
Sacramento, CA 03-07.10.2018
Del Mar, CA 17-21.10.2018
Washington, DC 23-28.10.2018
Toronto,CAN 05-10.11.2018
Thermal, CA 06-11.11.2018
Las Vegas, NV 13-18.11.2018
Guadalajara, MEX 23-27.01.2019
Wellington, FL 01-03.02.2019
Leon, MEX 06-10.02.2019
Ocala, FL 06-10.03.2019
THE FINAL - Göteborg, SWEDEN 03-07.04.2019
#FEIWORLDCUP
Photo © Aden Corrigan Media
Photo © Ashley Neuhof
Photo © Aden Corrigan Media
Getting to Know the Woman Behind Morning Star Sporthorses K
arrie Rufer, of Morning Star Sporthorses, owns her own farm in Sacramento, CA, takes care of and prepares her horses herself, and then meets her coach, Enrique Gonzalez, on the road. First and foremost, Rufer ensures the horses are fit and feeling good. “At the shows, we jog the horses each morning, and after every show, we do full clinical exams on the horses,” explained Rufer. “At home, they stay fit by spending a lot of time out of the arena, usually by being ponied by our resident saintly western horse, GP. Even my stallion gets ponied. It’s a great tool to keep their minds sound and their fitness levels high.”
Fast forward a couple of decades and now she is vying for the chance to compete at the 2019 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Finals on her horse, Georgie d’Auvray. “I didn’t realize I wanted to compete at this level until the last couple of years. We did a couple of qualifiers last year but never intended on fighting for a spot to go. My horses have been in great form this year, thanks to all the hard work that goes into managing their health and fitness,” said Rufer. “I’d love to give qualifying for the World Cup a real shot this season.”
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George, her World Cup mount, is special in his own way. “We call him the ‘Flying Hippo’ because his conformation isn’t that of a textbook show jumper. But what he lacks in conformation, he makes up for with how much effort he gives me,” Rufer said fondly. “He is an absolute love. He enjoys spending most of his day napping, where he lets me lay on him while he sleeps, or out in his paddock. He is the most gentle, kind, and sweet horse in my stable.”
“No one in my family has ever been involved in horses, so it was just by chance that I sat on my first horse on a ranch when I was three years old,” Rufer noted. “I started riding Western but then switched to dressage. When my dressage instructor noticed that I spent more time jumping the horses in and out of the dressage arena than practicing 20-meter circles, he suggested I give show jumping a try.”
The pair hit a groove at the end of last year and continued that journey through WEF, Spruce Meadows, Thunderbird and now the fall qualifying circuit in California. “Every day presents new challenges, some that we sail through and some that knock us down to the ground. Knowing that I can always join George while he’s napping in his stall at the end of the day is the truly special aspect of our relationship.”
As far as preparing her horses for the show ring, Rufer rarely jumps. “I spend a lot of time doing flatwork and work with poles on the ground to help increase the elasticity of the horse’s stride. It’s an odd day to see a full course set in my arena and if there is one, we don’t typically jump over 1.30m (4'3").”
WORDS OF WISDOM As many top horsemen would say, the horse comes first. It is the same for Morning Star Sporthorses. “I think it’s crucial to appreciate what’s really important about this sport: our relationship with the horses who allow us the privilege of riding them.” As for her riding career, Rufer takes it one day at a time. “If I feel confident that I can reasonably tackle a new challenge, I’ll do it. If not, I patiently wait until that confidence comes. At the beginning of the year, I began riding with Enrique Gonzalez at WEF, and he’s been a great friend and mentor to help me believe that I was ready to step up to the next level. And now here we are!”
Photo © Ashley Neuhof
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MAGICAL
ON THE CONCOURSE
5:00–7:30pm entertainment sponsored by:
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Walk through the doors of the South Point Equestrian Arena at 5:00 on Saturday evening (November 17th), and you will be dazzled by entertainers extraordinaire throughout the concourse, sponsored by WC Equestrian, interacting with the crowd and delighting their audiences. Jack the Magician will amaze you with exciting illusions and sleight of hand tricks, while Misha the Juggler astounds with the variety and number of objects that he can keep in the air at the same time. Amazing Face Painting will be offering their award-winning art, Smash Booth Photo Booth will snap and print photos of you and your friends, and world-renowned Caricature Artist Ken Hofbauer will be on hand to produce a caricature to take home...
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ne of the most talented and creative jugglers performing today, Misha will surprise and amaze you with his juggling skills. Jack's amazing magical prowess will draw you in and keep you mesmerized while he dazzles you with crowd favorites and never-seen-before tricks. Guests can be transformed into whatever their imagination fancies, at the Amazing Face Painting booth. Super-talented, friendly artists will be on hand to create anything from safari animals to superheroes. This award-winning group is truly passionate about creating unique and colorful faces. Visiting the booth of Caricature Artist Ken Hof bauer will leave you enthralled, laughing, in good spirits, and with a keepsake to take home. But don’t wait too long – he will only be drawing for a few hours, beginning at 5:00pm, so get in line early. Having drawn hundreds of thousands of people since he began his career in 1976, he is able to produce a caricature in just a few minutes. But his speed does not sacrifice quality, since his eye is trained to pick up subtle details instantly, and convert them to an accurate likeness.
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Misha the Juggler
Jack the Magician
SATURDAY Amazing Face Painting
THE BIG EVENT
7:30pm
...and onwards
Ki-Juan Minors
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Smash Booth Photo Booth will be on hand to give you something to talk about and to share long after the evening is over. It won’t be just the hilarious props or the professional quality images, or even the sleek, modern photo booth with its professional lighting. It will be all of it – the entire amazing experience. Smash Booth is also committed to giving back to the community, and they do it by donating Ken Hofbauer Caricatures
their services to Wish Upon a Wedding, and by contributing to the Las Vegas Partnership for Homeless Youth and other community non-profits. At 7:30pm, the featured event, the $135,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas, presented by Walter Oil & Gas, will get under way with a Parade of Nations and Celebration of Champions, followed by a musical set by Ki-Juan Minors, including the National Anthem. Ki-Juan, a native of Bermuda, relocated to Wellington, Florida, to pursue his two life’s dreams: professional show jumping, and his singing career. “Horses are my heart, and music is my soul,” he says. In 2008,Ki-Juan was named Equestrian Idol, and in 2015, having blown the judges away with his performance, he was a finalist in American Equestrians Got Talent, a competition held annually in Wellington. This magical evening was made possible by Blenheim EquiSports, along with the sponsorship of WC Equestrian. And now… it's time to settle into your seat to witness the breathtaking competition, sheer athleticism, and beauty of the best of the best in show jumping!
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Parade of Nations and Celebration of Champions
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Course Overview with course designer Anthony D'Ambrosio National Anthem performed by Ki-Juan Minors $135,000 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Las Vegas presented by Walter Oil & Gas
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...press conference & autographs to follow
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F E AT U R E
Rider Profiles Carly Anthony The epitome of hard work and dedication, Carly Anthony is an up-and-coming young rider on her first World Cup™ tour. On a horse before she could walk, Anthony grew up in Washington state at her mom Cara’s Potcreek Meadow Farm. After graduating from the University of Georgia, Anthony worked for veterans Eric Lamaze and Ben Maher. Now riding for Neil Jones Equestrian, Anthony has been tallying national wins and accomplishments against star-studded fields aboard NJE mounts Chacco and Clochard all along the West Coast. She has also started her own business, Carly Anthony Showjumping. Photo © Amy McCool
BORN: September 19, 1990 | AGE: 28
Georgina Bloomberg No stranger to competing at the World Cup level, Georgina Bloomberg joins us from New York, NY. Coming off of a 3rd place in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Del Mar and 4th place in the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Sacramento in October, Bloomberg returns to The Las Vegas National for a chance to earn more points towards an invite to the 2019 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Finals in Sweden. Notably, in 2017, Bloomberg was honored with The Longines Ladies Award, an international acknowledgement given to four women for their positive influence and exceptional commitment to the sport and the equine cause.
BORN: January 20, 1983 | AGE: 35
Photo © Jump Media
Molly Ashe Cawley Starting the qualifying season with a win at the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ New York, Molly Ashe Cawley comes from a riding family and is a seasoned veteran. Also a formidable hunter rider, Cawley rose to success in the jumper ring in the ‘90s. In 2000, she earned herself a spot on the U.S. Equestrian Team’s Developing Riders Tour, spending the summer in Europe and picking up her first major international win in the Banco Herrero Grand Prix in Gijon, Spain. Briefly stepping away from the top levels to raise her two children, Cawley is once again making her mark in the international arena. Photo © Jump Media
BORN: August 9, 1970 | AGE: 48
Jamie Barge Jamie Barge has been living in Malibu, CA, since transferring from the University of Georgia to Pepperdine University. Born with significant hearing loss and completely losing hearing in her left ear at a young age, Barge’s drive to excel has trumped her disability. She does not hear the applause, but seeing the expressions everyone’s faces after a round is her reward. Finishing in the top 20 when competing in the Longines FEI World Cup™ Finals in Paris in April, this is the third year she has set her sights on qualifying for the prestigious indoor championships.
BORN: April 3, 1986 | AGE: 32 R I D E R P R O F I L E S C O N T I N U E D O N PA G E 1 9
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Rider Profiles Charlie Jacobs Finding time to ride and compete at this level is admirable for Charlie Jacobs. As CEO of Delaware North’s Boston Holdings. Jacobs is also the President of the Boston Bruins Foundation and serves on the board of the Ellis Memorial & Eldredge House, The New England Sports Museum, and is involved in a number of other philanthropic efforts. Traveling the world to compete, Jacobs seeks to qualify for his sixth Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final in Sweden next April. Photo © Alden Corrigan Media
BORN: September 16, 1971 | AGE: 47
Richard Spooner Known as the “Master of Faster,” Richard Spooner has been named Pacific Coast Horse Show Association Grand Prix Rider of the Year a dozen times, and U.S. Grand Prix Rider of the Year three times in his career. A California native, Spooner was successful as a junior rider, before turning professional at age 20. Spooner has led the victory gallop in grand prix events all over the world and has competed in over a dozen Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Finals. He returns to the South Point this year to defend his title as the winner of the Las Vegas leg in 2017.
BORN: August 2, 1970 | AGE: 48
Photo © Alden Corrigan Media
Kent Farrington Kent Farrington began riding carriage horses in downtown Chicago, then moved on to racing ponies and retraining ex-racehorses for the show ring. This led to catch-riding for top professionals and ultimately winning top equitation titles. Although his career highlights now include a number of Olympic and World Championship medals and international accolades, Farrington claims his most memorable victory was in 2006 when he won his first 5* Grand Prix. At that time, he thought he actually had a chance of making a career out of show jumping. Photo © McCool Photography
BORN: December 28, 1980 | AGE: 37
Will Simpson Will Simpson holds a prestigious place in the history of show jumping as the anchor rider who clinched the gold for the U.S. Team in the 2008 Summer Olympics. He started riding at age 11, when his mother signed him up for lessons with his sister, thinking maybe he could be a cowboy. But after seeing jumpers for the first time, he was hooked. Simpson has a way with sensitive horses and has taken several mounts to the winners circle. He is looking to take his current horse to Sweden where Simpson would compete his fifth FEI Jumping World Cup™ Finals, and his first since 2004.
BORN: June 9, 1959 | AGE: 58
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Rescue is Only the Beginning... Celebrating 10 Years of Lifesaving Work! By: M. R. Rogers
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estled on a cozy little ranch in Chino Hills, California, Red Bucket Equine Rescue is doing very big work. Red Bucket is a volunteer run 501(c) 3 non-profit organization that unconditionally serves the abused, starving, lame, sick, slaughter bound, and unwanted. With a growing national presence and some of the best results in the country, Red Bucket is preparing to celebrate their 10th anniversary of lifesaving work. Given that a recent UC Davis study cites that 70% of equine rescues close within the first three years, Red Bucket really has something to celebrate! The Red Bucket Mission has three parts. First, they save slaughter bound, abused, starving, desperate and
surrendered equines. Second, they rehabilitate and train them, giving them time to heal and regain trust in humankind…and in themselves. All of Red Bucket’s efforts are to fulfill the third and final part of their mission; to place the horses in permanent, loving, forever homes. When a horse comes to Red Bucket it receives a bucket, a name, the gift of dignity...and a promise that really means something. Red Bucket keeps its promise too, and they have saved hundreds of desperate horses, making a remarkable impact on those horses’ lives and on equine welfare. Every one of those horses has a story, and I have asked them to share a few: The Las Vegas National • 2 0 1 8
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retained his tail, stood amongst them; starving, defiant, mustering fury without the energy or ability to hold his own head up. While Finbar’s ribs faded, he clung, committed to his anger, for a long while. Today, nearly ten years later, 48 of the horses rescued that day - including Finbar - have been adopted into loving, devoted forever homes. Finbar slowly shed his vitriol and anger, replacing it with joy, affection, and an authentic happiness; grateful...and once again glorious.
Finbar Before
THE REAL FACTS.
FINBAR Fifty starving horses stood in filth; not a blade of hay in sight, the scarce, shallow water squalid and undrinkable. The scene resembled a graveyard of desperation, with vacant, helpless eyes, untreated festering wounds, and bones protruding through hide that appeared to be stretched over skeletons. The majority of the suffering were once beautifully bred Irish Thoroughbreds, victims of a breeding scandal and human greed. Several others had been “collected” at local racetracks to be sold for meat. The horses stood in hopeless despair, their tails long ago chewed off in a dire attempt for sustenance. Finbar, the leader and the only stallion who had
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130,000-150,000 American horses are slaughtered for human consumption each year.
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92.3% of horses going to slaughter are trained and in good condition.
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80% of first-time horse owners get rid of their horses within five years.
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Thousands of rescued or adopted horses are returned to the slaughter or abuse pipeline because many rescue groups do not have a responsible plan for their care, training and future.
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With many agencies, a high percentage of their donations go towards overhead and
Finbar Today
management.
ROULETTE In keeping with our passion for serving the desperate, Red Bucket led a rescue effort that impacted 31 feral pregnant mares, saving them from the anguish and brutality of slaughter. Consistent with our practice of saving as many lives as we possibly can...and then one more, we were able to rescue a terrified baby who
Roulette Before
Roulette slowly began to trust that she was safe, and her gentle-natured personality emerged. We enrolled her in Red Bucket “Charm Farm” and began the slow process of teaching her that people are kind and touch is good. This last spring, in preparation for the promise that we made to her, Roulette began her under-saddle training. A pleaser by nature, Roulette has emerged a confident, beautiful and willing horse.
Clarabelle Before
had been separated from her mother and mixed in with frantic mares. Roulette was petrified, filthy and exhausted when she arrived. Dried mud and manure caked her matted coat and she shrank from our touch, trembling uncontrollably. During those first several weeks, it seemed as though every time we peeked in at our little orphan she was asleep, curled in a little forlorn ball in the corner of her stall.
CLARABELLE Clarabelle arrived with a group of malnourished and very sick horses who we saved from a rescue group that had recently collapsed. The group was not providing enough food or basic care, and had unconscionably been participating in breeding. All of the horses were unhandled, semi feral, and had alarmingly high fevers, which required us to isolate them and implement strict biosecurity protocols. Once Clarabelle and the others were nursed back to health, Clarabelle was enrolled in Red Bucket “Charm Farm”. Initially untouchable and fractious, Clarabelle has been halter trained, received farrier care, and relishes human touch. As is our custom with youngsters, Clarabelle has also been enrolled in our mentorship program and partnered with 32-yearold Casey, who has the responsibility of teaching Clarabelle how to be a good little horse. Clarabelle will be trained in preparation for the promise that was made to her, a loving family of her very own.
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neglect, and obscenely overgrown feet made every step to our awaiting trailer an agonizing event. Once safely home and with a great sense of urgency, we assembled our team of caregivers. Starting with an immediate nutrition plan of round-the-clock monitoring and re-feeding every two hours, we began the very careful process of providing nourishment and restoring health. Due to the severe nature of her hooves, our veterinarian partnered with our farrier, and working from radiographs, utilized a tree saw to reduce the tremendous growth of hoof that impeded Mira’s ability to walk even the shortest distance. We were profoundly grateful to rescue our beautiful Mira, and honored to serve her as we reclaimed her dignity and life. Mira is a very strong representation of why we will never stop
Clarabelle Today
saving and serving the desperate.
MIRA Red Bucket responded swiftly to an urgent call about a hoarding situation that had reached the tipping point of implosion. In dismantling the operation and finding safety for all horses involved, Red Bucket brought two of the most damaged victims home to the safety of our little red ranch. The horses had spent two decades in the growing absence of even the most basic care. Nutrition, farrier, dentistry, and veterinary care had been ignored altogether. We held our collective breath loading the little mare, Mira, as her malnutrition,
Mira Today
BLOTZER
Mira Before
Sometimes the act of rescue is arduous and has the side effect of nail biting. In the rescue of Blotzer, we also held our breath while trying to locate him and bring him to safety. Blotzer came from a lifetime of repeated abuse, and after one too many violent hits to the head, his cornea was perforated, causing his eye to collapse. He was dumped in a dry riverbed; bleeding, terrified, and in insurmountable pain. An eye injury of this type is one of the most excruciating injuries that a horse will experience. In Blotzer’s case it was the worst that
our vet reported ever seeing! He suffered without veterinary care or pain relief for over two and a half weeks until we could finally locate and rescue him. He arrived in a terrified state, covered in visible saddle marks, dried sweat, and a painfully traumatized face. He submerged his poor swollen muzzle in a fresh bucket of water, seemingly unable to quench his thirst. Our veterinarian arrived promptly, and Blotzer began his first day as a treasured resident and valued horse. He quickly developed a sweet tooth (especially for carrots and butterscotch candies) and an incredibly affectionate nature. His initial care required multiple bandage changes daily, and we would emerge from his paddock drenched from his repeated licking, nuzzling and kissing. It has become impossible to pass his paddock without his adorable whinny for attention...and touch. He is making great progress with his physical healing, and what is most remarkable is Blotzer’s innocence and ability to forgive and trust. While he has lost the sight in his left eye, we have been able to save the globe, and much more importantly, we have saved Blotzer.
Blotzer Before
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Blotzer Today
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