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SEPTEMBER 2017 CHIO AACHEN · COLIC SURGERY · NAJYRC REPORT

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contents FEATURES

DEPARTMENTS

10 Behind the Scenes at CHIO Aachen By Cara Grimshaw 24 In Memoriam: David Holmes-Smith

8 TidBits Hot Summer Bits 16 Vet’s View Surviving Colic Surgery 19 Industry News Gladiator Polo Draws

29 FEI Adequan North American Junior and Young Rider Championships Report

Record Crowds

25 FEI News New Grooms Working Group Has First Meeting With FEI President At HQ

IN THIS ISSUE 15 Headline News 38 Sales Catalogue

32 Discipline Reports Canadian

Olympian Amy Millar Masters CSI2* Caledon Premier

39 Equestrian Properties 44 Barn & Coaching Classifieds 45 Horse Trials BC News 46 Competition Calendar 46 Advertisers’ Index 47 Noticeboard

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ON THE COVER: Carmen Holmes-Smith of Chase, BC, with Spartacus, competed as individuals at the FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships.

“This was very emotional. I didn’t come into this competition thinking that I was a contender for a medal. I want to thank the grooms, my chef, my coach, and my parents. It was also really great to compete alongside my sister and she did extremely well herself, which was special too,” commented Carmen Holmes-Smith, on her win at the NAJYRC.

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by Eleanor Klawer VERNON MORNING STAR

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ugust brought us a record breaking heat wave here in the Lower Mainland of BC, but no one is really complaining, as the rest of the province is still going up in flames in the interior wildfires. While it is very heartwarming to see how many people have stepped up to accept the thousands of evacuees, with their pets and their horses, please don’t forget them as the weather improves this month. Help will be needed for months to come, from feeding horses that were rehomed, fueling trucks that are hauling horses out of hotspots, or providing communications to reunite farmers and families with their livestock. Donations are still being accepted to help out everyone involved, so please contact the Red

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gett, who finally found her heart-horse with Roulette, a five year old Canadian Warmblood mare, previously owned by Melissa Moore. Kerry has been living the horse-buyer’s nightmare, with two years searching and six failed vet checks under her belt. It was worth the wait, as Roo has turned out to be the perfect horse in every way.

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THE HEAT WAS ON… At MREC, the Canadian Cup Dressage Festival went off without a hitch, from the competitors’ perspective at least. It was an extremely hot weekend, and jackets were excused thankfully, although some interesting shades of pink and red were seen on many faces despite the jackets being gone! The heat also brought out the wildlife – a bear and her three cubs were spotted several times, setting off excitement and hysteria in the barns. The horses were fairly interested, as well….

the heat. The vet clinics are bursting with horses having difficulties with the hot temperatures, from colic to liver issues and electrolyte imbalances. Eventers have conditioning and care in the heat down to a science, so do some research HOT TIPS…Gaitpost-Sep2017-halfpage-Anne Gribbon-3rd-Campaign-20170811OL.pdf 1 8/14/17 and 2:01:20 take care of your horses and yourselves.

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his was my third year in a row gracing Europe’s most respected equestrian show venue. Aside from my nightmare AirBnB and having my camera case removed and held hostage by extra-serious German venue security when I was out shooting on the first day (long story!), everything else was as to be expected and went to plan.

The annual World Equestrian Festival features jumping, dressage, vaulting and driving.

Most events were spaced over the week to allow spectators time to see everything, except for Saturday when driving, cross country and jumping seemed to all happen at once. In true German form, it all seemed to work!

The weather held out for 90% of the tournament, with one or two hefty blasts of rain and impressive thunderstorms. During one downpour, I was in the undercover warm up ring and was able to meet some of the driving teams taking shelter, which was a great bonus.

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CHIO Aachen provides media and riders with a complimentary hot lunch every day, which is really the only reason I go. (ssssh!) McLain Ward asked me with a finger pointing at the German coffee machine “will I get coffee if I press this button?” I think he figured out a cappuccino in the end and I left doubting my career aspirations as a barista.

CHIO Aachen is famous for its shopping village. There are endless equestrian brands selling everything from horseboxes to hoof picks, champagne and German beer, bratwurst, and of course, CHIO souvenirs. The bumper stickers were eight euros this year (!) so I gave them a miss.

I had the honour of working with Ireland’s dressage master, Judy Reynolds, and her horse Vancouver K, or JP as he’s known at home. The fact that I was wearing my Asmar Equestrian ‘Vancou-

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e Scenes at

Aachen Article + Photos by Cara Grimshaw

Aachen view at sunset.

Jill Irving with Degas and Brittany Fraser-Beaulieu with All In.

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Judy Reynolds and Vancouver K. XXXL Pallen Marathon driving competition.

CHIO Aachen continued from page 10 ver’ shirt was a lucky fluke! I’m always so honoured to meet the people behind the performance in the ring. Judy’s father, Joe, is her biggest fan. If you haven’t seen him jump and cheer when Judy drops the reins at X, keep an eye out — it’s heart warming! Groom Elizabeth simply bursts with pride and gives JP a neck scratch when she tells you she’s been with him for 10 years. JP’s nose wiggle during his tests is cute to watch out for.

A highlight for me this year was spending time following and working with Canada’s dressage ladies and their grooms. Creating a collection of images for them, both in action and for portraits. Thank you to them all for being all braided and dressed up at 10am for their portraits. I was highly impressed. Horses Degas 12 and All In were quite happy to be posing with each other and entertaining themselves. Grooms Jordan and Desiree and riders Jill Irving and Brittany Fraser-Beaulieu were as excited as I was to be in Aachen. During one of Jill’s lovely rides, some Canadian flag waving fans from Langley BC cheered as loud as I did from behind my camera when she finished her test in the pouring rain. Brittany had some fantastic rides in the full stadium, looking right at home. I was proud to be representing “my Canadians” and being given full access to shoot their first time at CHIO Aachen. I missed a lot of show jumping and I didn’t mind one bit. Stay tuned for future features in the Gaitpost on Canada dressage ladies, the grooms, and the horses!

Brittany and All In, in the warmup.

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Dressage Clinic!

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FOXCROFT FARM AND THE GAITPOST ARE PLEASED TO PRESENT ELLEN BONTJE Returning October 12 – 15, 2017 Ellen Bontje, the Olympic Silver medallist and former Dutch dressage team member, is returning to the Lower Mainland in October! Ellen is a familiar figure here in BC, visiting multiple times a year for many years. The advantage of having someone of this calibre committed to returning frequently and maintaining a high level of training is priceless. Ellen’s teaching style and experience makes her a wonderful coach for all combinations of horses and riders, young or old, green or experienced.

Praise for Ellen Bontje: “I enjoy the fact that first and foremost Ellen is an advocate for the horse. She always considers what is in the best interest of the horse and in that way she is successful in getting the best from the horse. She is very enthusiastic, she really wants you to “get it” — Kiersten Humphrey

“Ellen has many exercises to help all levels and is not one for drilling...if it doesn’t work let’s try something else. Ellen also has a very sympathetic and respectful way of coaching professional trainers and all riders.

She doesn’t try to change your way with your horse, but help you with improving what you’ve already trained.” — Rebecca Garrard

“Ellen has an approach which encourages development of harmony between the horse and rider. Her vast repertoire of exercises, and her ability to laugh with pleasure at a success, combined with her “don’t worry, be happy” attitude with mistakes makes for a more relaxed rider and therefore a happier horse.” — Eleanor Klawer

If you would like to participate in this or future clinics, please contact Eleanor at 604-866-5601 or foxcroft@telus.net.

This is a great opportunity to learn from one of the best in a low pressure, positive environment.

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The required Eric Lamaze shot…

Another of my favorite events is the marathon driving, a.k.a. cross-country carriage driving. It’s hardcore and so fun! High speed ‘ponies’ having the time of their life working in a team of 4, barreling around wooden obstacles with ease.

It has a huge following over in Europe and cowbells can often be heard ringing furiously.

The usual suspects turned up for the show

jumping and filled the stadium to the brim, especially on the Rolex Grand Slam day!

Gregory Wathelet won the event, as Kent Farrington, Scott Brash and McLain Ward (sans cappuccino) all watched the final ride on the TV live feed in the warm up ring.

Wrapping up the event, like every year, I came away exhausted, satisfied, inspired and motivated by the people I’ve met, photographed and worked along side.

If you’ve never been, you should book tickets for next year. Aachen is home of Lindt chocolate (and its outlet store!) if that is any incentive, as well as the amazing horse sport and venue! Join me! (Although I can’t promise my barista skills will have improved.)

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HEADLINENEWS Bit by Bit 42 COMPETITORS FROM AROUND THE WORLD TACKLE THE 9TH MONGOL DERBY This is the 9th Mongol Derby, featured in the Guinness Book of Records as the world’s longest and toughest horse race. The 2017 race features 13 men and 29 women from eight countries riding 1000km across Mongolia on semi-wild horses.

William Comiskey was one of the joint winners in 2016 — and he’s back to try and win single handedly this time. Trying to stop him are 41 fearsome competitors including an Olympian, a cattle herder, a dairy farmer, a potato farmer, an ostrich rider, a dog sledder, a psychologist, an artist, a banker, a private investigator, and even a desperate housewife. Plus of course, the usual vets and riders of every type of horse on the planet. Although of course, many of them are yet to ride the Mongolian horses...

The race recreates Chinggis Khaan’s ancient horse messenger system in epic fashion. The hardy & semiwild native horses of Mongolia reprise their traditional role as the legs and lungs of the adventure and the

horse stations, or morin urtuus, will be manned by nomadic herding families as they traditionally were. The messengers themselves will be played by horsemen and adventurers from around the world all riding up to 160kms a day, navigating independently and changing horses at 40-kilometre intervals.

The sole Canadian rider is Olivia Wood, 24,who lives in Buffalo, NY. A thrill seeker, she started off with hunter ponies but found her need for speed early as she transitioned into jumpers, western gaming and then into on and off-track thoroughbreds. She is doing the Derby “for the mental and physical challenge and to keep her mother on her toes!”

THE 2017 LAS VEGAS NATIONAL CSI4*-W: UPGRADED FOOTING, FINALS, FULL DIVISIONS & MORE...

From FEI classes to national hunter and jumper divisions, the 2017 Las Vegas National CSI4*-W returns to the South Point, November 14th-19th. The world-class footing in both the show and warm-up arenas, permanent stalls, year-end finals, plus all of the South Point amenities and the Vegas allure add up to a must-attend event.

World Renowned Professor Jean-Marie Denoix Wednesday September 27, 2017 Therapeutic Shoeing of the Equine Athlete

9:00 am Start Therapeutic Shoeing of Foot Injuries Therapeutic Shoeing of Joint and Ligament Injuries 10:30-11:00 am Coffee Break Therapeutic Shoeing of Tendon Injuries Therapeutic Shoeing for Suspensory Disease 12:30-1:30 pm Lunch Therapeutic Shoeing for Podotrochlear Syndrome (Navicular) Therapeutic Shoeing for Other Injuries and Case Studies The above headings include a discussion of functional anatomy, biomechanics and corrective shoeing for the majority of conditions prevalent in our equine athletes.

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VET’SVIEW

by Dr. Joanna Virgin dvm, ms, diplomate acvs - large animal

PHOTOS COURTESY PM VET SERVICES

LIFE AFTER COLIC SURGERY Strangulating lesion of small colon.

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s an equine surgeon, I am frequently presented with the difficult task of informing horse owners that their horse is in need of exploratory abdominal surgery for colic. This news seems to be invariably met with intense worry. Questions like, “Will my horse ever be an athlete again?”, “Will my horse colic again after surgery?”, and “Will my horse even survive surgery?” are common. The field of equine surgery has advanced incredible amounts in the last twenty years. Every year, there is more research conducted in the field of equine abdominal surgery to help equine surgeons improve post-operative survival, decrease complications, and better understand intestinal and body wall healing. In fact, survival after emergency abdominal surgery may reach as high as 90% in some cases. However, it is important to understand the risks associated with colic surgery and develop a plan in mind should your horse have a severe colic.

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Evaluation of your horse for colic often begins in the field with your primary veterinarian.

He or she may refer your horse to a surgical facility based on physical exam findings or abnormalities on rectal palpation that indicate your horse may need further medical treatment than what can be provided in the field or for possible surgical intervention. Medical therapy, such as continuous intravenous and oral fluid therapy, decompression of colonic gas, and pain management, is aimed at over-hydrating the GI tract and stimulating colonic motility in an effort to correct impactions and displacements. The surgeon will re-evaluate your horse and based on their assessment and findings on further diagnostics such as ultrasound and abdominocentesis (in which a small amount of your horse’s peritoneal fluid is sampled and tested), may recommend abdominal surgery right away or may recommend fluid therapy and careful re-assessment. One of

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the most important indications for emergency abdominal surgery is unrelenting, severe pain.

Therefore, having your horse at the hospital is important to allow the surgeon to assess your horse’s pain level carefully to determine when surgical intervention may be necessary.

The first important thing to understand about ‘colic surgery’ is that it is truly an abdominal exploratory surgery, which means we don’t always know what the problem is until we go in and look. Regardless of the cause, there are some important things to remember if you are faced with the decision of whether or not to have your horse undergo emergency abdominal surgery.

For most types of colic surgeries, short term survival of the horse (meaning the horse is successfully discharged from the hospital) ranges from 70% to 90%. There are several pre-operative factors that help us determine on a case by case basis how well the horse will do after surgery. These include factors such as pre-operative heart rate, hematocrit (packed cell volume), abdominal lactate, and time to referral. Horses with greater systemic disturbances, such as very elevated heart rate (>60 bpm) and higher hematocrit are statistically less likely to survive after surgery and generally require more post-operative intensive care.

A good example is a large colon volvulus, which means the large colon essentially twists on the long axis 360° or more. This type of colic is a life threatening, surgical emergency. These horses have severe cardiovascular disturbances prior to surgery and are usually showing signs of hypovolemic shock and decreased perfusion upon arrival to the hospital. This occurs because when the large colon twists and looses blood supply, it begins to die, releasing endotoxin (a toxic bacterial by product) into the blood. Time to referral in these instances is very, very important for the horse’s survival. Surgical correction of a large colon displacement, however, generally carries a much more favorable prognosis with less intensive care postoperatively. Many large colon displacements involve a 180° turn in the colon which can occlude passage of ingesta and gas, resulting in distention and pain. There may also be www.gaitpost.com

A horse recovering from colic surgery on intravenous fluids with an abdominal support wrap and ice boots to prevent laminitis.

partial obstruction of venous drainage of the colon, which results in edema, or fluid build up in the colon wall. The prognosis following abdominal surgery for a large colon displacement is excellent with 90% survival rate but may be more guarded for a systemically debilitated horse that has had a large colon volvulus corrected. Following large colon volvulus correction, generally 60 to 70% of horses survive. However, time to referral is critical in these cases as the longer it takes to surgically correct the volvulus, the more likely the colon will be irreparably damaged and may require resection.

Other types of colic that may require abdominal surgery include small intestinal problems, such as strangulating lesions or simple obstructions. Strangulating lesions occur when the blood flow is cut off to the piece of intestine resulting in rapid death of the tissues and release of bacteria and endotoxin into the blood stream.

If the lesion is not corrected early enough, or the strangulation occurs very quickly, the portion of affected small intestine may have to be surgically removed and an anastomosis, or surgical connection of the two remaining healthy ends of bowel, performed. Whether or not a resection and anastomosis is required, the type of anastomosis, and the general health of the remaining small intestine can heavily impact post-operative complications and ultimately survival. Nonetheless, survival after these procedures can be very favorable and may fall in the range of 70 to 85%.

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LARISSA PRICE This Cats Max, who had colic surgery three months prior to this photo.

Vet’s View continued from page 17 Complications after colic surgery generally include incisional infection, colic in the immediate post-operative period, fever, ileus (which means decreased motility of the small intestine and sometimes large bowel as well), phlebitis (local infection of the jugular vein at the catheter site), laminitis, and adhesions (bands of scar tissue that may form between pieces of bowel or between the body wall and bowel). The type of procedure performed, patient factors, skin preparation, and post-operative management of the incision all influence the incidence of incisional infections. For example, risk factors for incisional infection include patient obesity (obese horses have delayed healing and are more likely to have incisional complications), procedures in which the intestine had to be removed or opened, procedure time, and the use of skin staples. Postoperative ileus, which means decreased to absent motility of the intestinal tract, may occur in up to 15% of cases and is more common following small intestinal conditions than large bowel problems. Newer data has shown that geriatric horses may be more prone to post operative reflux (when fluid from the intestine backs up in the stomach) and ileus, but their overall survival is similar to younger horses. Adhesions are also more likely to be associated with small intestine procedures due to the added manipulation of the bowel that is required. These may present as recurrent or severe colic in the 6 to 8 week postoperative period. Besides factors inherent to the horse and the procedure performed; good tissue handling and intra-operative technique by the 18

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surgeon help minimize complications such as adhesions, ileus, and incisional infections. Other complications such as phlebitis, laminitis, and fever may be a reflection of how sick the patient is post-operatively.

Horses are now being rehabilitated more quickly after surgery with an emphasis on return to work. The linea alba is over 80% of its normal tensile strength and thickness at 60 days. Barring any incisional complications such as infection, most horses should be maintained in a stall for 30 days and begin hand walking immediately. At 30 days they can be turned into a small paddock or stall with a run, and at 60 days postop they may start under saddle light work again.

This program aims to have your horse back to full work by 90 days. A recent study from North Carolina State University showed that at one year, 76% of horses that had colic surgery were performing at their intended use and 66% were at or above their pre-operative performance.

With continued emphasis on rehabilitation and early return to work, these percentages may be improved upon.

Dr. Joanna Virgin is available for both hospital cases and farm visits. Dr. Virgin, who grew up outside of Anchorage Alaska, completed her undergraduate, Masters and Veterinary degrees at Colorado State University. She completed her surgical residency training at the University of Michigan before returning to Colorado where she was a surgeon at a busy sports medicine practice. She has a long list of recreational hobbies and in particular is an accomplished English and Western sport horse rider.

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INDUSTRYNEWS Business Matters

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Mark Bellissimo is preparing to announce the launch of new Gladiator Polo initiatives at the end of the month in conjunction with the “Battle for the Carolinas” Fall Series at TIEC.

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ladiator Polo has taken the equestrian world by storm, bringing together troves of fans from around the country to experience this new high-growth horse sport. With a successful inaugural season in Wellington, FL, during the winter of 2017 and an immensely popular showcase game at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) in late June, worldwide interest and awareness of the game has increased significantly setting the table for a number of national and international initiatives that will be announced in the next month.

The Gladiator Polo $120,000 “Battle for the Carolinas” Fall Series, featuring four teams battling to claim the championship title and $120,000 in prize money throughout the series, will begin on Friday, September 1 and continue

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through the end of the month. Two teams from each of the Carolinas will battle for their respective states and finish the series with a North Carolina versus South Carolina clash not to be missed on Saturday, September 30.

“I’m thrilled to bring new energy to the world’s oldest team sport and revitalize polo on a global scale,” said Bellissimo. “The players and the league are already seeing increased enthusiasm for polo because of this modern approach.

We look forward to dramatically expanding interest for players, fans, and sponsors.”

In September, Bellissimo will provide details for an enhanced Professional Gladiator Polo League, which will launch in Wellington,

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Industry News continued from page 19 FL, during the winter of 2018. The Professional Gladiator Polo League will include a highly publicized player draft and feature team owners, similar to the most popular major league sports in North America. Eight teams will test their skills throughout the season in hopes of collecting a percentage of the minimum $500,000 of prize money offered through the duration of the series.

KENTUCKY THREE-DAY EVENT TO HOST CSI3* $225,000 INVITATIONAL GRAND PRIX ADDED The 2018 Kentucky Three-Day Event will host a new CSI3* show jumping competition as part of its schedule of international equestrian competition. Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI), producer of the Kentucky Three-Day Event, in partnership with the Split Rock Jumping Tour will host the new $225,000 Invitational Grand Prix.

The Kentucky Three-Day Event, America’s only Four Star Three-Day Event, returns to the Kentucky Horse Park, April 26-29, 2018. The new $225,000 Grand Prix will be held in the Horse Park’s Rolex Stadium on Saturday afternoon following the completion of the CCI4*’s Cross-Country phase.

“We are thrilled to add a major FEI show jumping Grand Prix to our internationally-recognized event,” said Stewart Perry, President of EEI. “For almost four decades, equestrian sports fans have traveled from all over to see Eventing’s best riders and horses and now they will have a chance to see show jumping’s best at the same time. I think it’s safe to say that the ‘Best Weekend All Year’ just got even better!”

“EEI is committed to presenting international equestrian competition at the highest level,” said EEI Executive Director Lee Carter.

“So we jumped at the chance to be able to present world-class show jumping to the many thousands of fans already at our three-day event.

Derek Braun helped bring this about and we’re looking forward to working with him on what will no doubt very quickly become one of show

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There are currently only six events of this level in the world.

“We are thrilled with the USEF’s announcement,” said Trish Gilbert, Co-President of Fair Hill International. “Our team has worked really hard to bring the 4* to Fair Hill. It is an honor to be selected to put on an event of this caliber - to showcase Maryland and the beautiful Fair Hill terrain on a world stage.” FHI’s Executive Director, Carla Geiersbach, agreed, “The teamwork that has made this selection possible is extraordinary. Our partners include multiple equestrian disciplines and also span the public and private sectors.”

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FAIR HILL INTERNATIONAL ANNOUNCES 4* NOMINATION BY USEF Fair Hill International (FHI) is pleased to announce that it has been recommended by the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) to host the second CCI4* (4*) in the United States.

The recommendation will be forwarded to the Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) for a final decision in the fall.

The 4* is the pinnacle of the sport of eventing, also known as the equestrian triathlon.

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Industry News continued from page 21 The annual economic benefit of the 4* is projected to grow to up to $30 million dollars annually. Once it is established, the event will welcome upwards of 80,000 spectators over four days.

“The USEF announcement is exciting news for Maryland’s pursuit of the CCI4* and our equestrian sports industry.” stated Terry Hasseltine, Executive Director, Maryland’s Sports Commission. “This news paves the path necessary for our Fair Hill team and partners to move forward in delivering a world class venue and a world class event to achieve the economic threshold we believe this event can have on Maryland, Cecil County and the entire region.” added Hasseltine.

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources manages the Fair Hill land. Fair Hill is a 5,613 acre Natural Resources Management Area.

Bordered by Pennsylvania to the north and less than one half mile west of Delaware, Fair Hill is known for its pristine fields, woodlands and

natural beauty. Once owned by William DuPont, Jr., the state bought it after his death with the mission of preserving the equestrian nature of the land Mr. DuPont loved.

Renovations coming to Fair Hill include an irrigated turf racecourse, new cross country course, rings and graded grass field on the infield, and a grandstand overlooking the turf track and rings. Maryland’s Department of Natural Resources, Maryland Stadium Authority and Fair Hill Foundation are working together in a public-private partnership to achieve these goals. Fair Hill Foundation represents several stakeholder groups at Fair Hill and is charged with raising the private dollars that will help secure these facility upgrades.

According to the 2004 American Horse Council economic impact study, Maryland has more horses per square mile than any other state.

The Maryland Horse Industry Board has been an active member of the 4* committee and has consistently worked to unify the horse industry across all disciplines.

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THE VICTORIA POLO CLUB AND BC CARRIAGE DRIVING SOCIETY–VANCOUVER ISLAND The Victoria Polo Club and BC Carriage Driving Society–Vancouver Island Zone hosted a joint open house at the beautiful grounds of the Victoria Polo Club, at 7161 Wallace Drive in Saanich, on Sunday, July 9. This event was a fundraiser for The Victoria Therapeutic Riding Association, and the day raised over $2,200 for VTRA’s programs. The spectators enjoyed perfect weather, sunny and breezy, and abundant food prepared by Beverly Marley’s army of volunteers. The eight drivers participated in four driving classes spread through the afternoon so that spectators could learn about driving in all its forms, from Pleasure Driving and Reinsmanship to a driving derby and barrel racing.

The equines participating ranged from several minis to a Belgian draft horse who regularly gives carriage tours on the streets of Victoria.

The polo club gave demonstrations on equipment and horses used in their sport and started with a slow chukka (no faster than a slow

(The driver pictured is Ron Poirier of Saanich, and the photo was supplied by Sue Ferguson of Outer Limits Digital Photography).

canter) for novices to the game, all mounted on trained polo ponies. The day ended with a full polo game, showing the speed and agility of the horses and the horsemanship of the riders.

We would all like to thank the volunteers who made the day possible, the drivers and polo players for participating, and especially Steve Mann who owns the property and was kind enough to share it with all of us for the day. — Submitted by Rachel Eldred

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n the Province of BC and especially in the sport of Eventing, we have much to thank David Holmes-Smith and his family for. David became involved in Equestrian Sport in the 1960’s. Rosemary and David supported their children, Susan and Nick, in their passion for horses. It started with the Okanagan Light Horse show series, and then they became involved in the Oliver International Horse Show. This show attracted up to 500 horses each year and was a big effort for a small community.

In 1970, the Holmes-Smiths became interested in Combined Training (Eventing). There were competitions at the coast: Livingstone Equestrian Centre with Pam Arthur, Maple Ridge with Mrs. Trethewey, Max Oakes (Lynne Oakes) in Langley and a small course at Southlands.

With encouragement from Colonel Des Dean-Freeman who was developing the Kelowna site, David took up the torch and the Oliver Combined Training Event was born. With guidance from Michael Herbert and a lot of track picking and building from his family and other South Okanaganites, the cross country was built up at Secrest Mountain. The other components were held in Oliver at the Horse Show Grounds.

(It is interesting to note that these events started at Training Level and went to Intermediate.)

Once a year there was a full 3-day Event and the Steeplechase ran around the Covert Farms asparagus fields.

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dealing with the Village of Osoyoos, the Sage Brush Downs Racetrack, the soccer group and most difficult of all, the Golf Course. He was able to secure a shared lease with the Golf Course; needless to say one can only imagine the hours and hours of work that went in to getting that set up.

An event came to being, mainly because of David’s efforts.

Lots of us pitched in over the years to help it function.

I remember hours of digging out zillions of cacti on the tracks. Kelowna Pony Club kids helped as they began to understand the tremendous effort being made to give us a place to compete. They worked hard too because David led us and just kept digging so we had to keep up with him! David was still active when the Chase Creek event was born. Some of you may remember his lovely English voice announcing at the early events.

David truly was one of our Founding Fathers.

The old saying- “If you want something done, ask a busy person” absolutely describes David.

He gave and he gave.

He was my English teacher and I know he and Rosemary always welcomed any of his students to their home for rousing discussions on everything and anything. (I am worrying just a little bit that he may have a comment on my sentence structure.)

His volunteer efforts go on, and he and Rosemary have instilled it in their family. Nick has picked up the torch for us. David had moved past the point of digging that Trakehner but his heart still belonged to the sport.

Thank you, David. May you rest in peace and know that the sport of Eventing has much to thank you for, and WE WILL carry your torch forward. — Respectfully submitted by Jody Sloper

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The new Grooms Working Group had its first meeting at FEI Headquarters in Lausanne (SUI).

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delegation of four international grooms representing the three Olympic disciplines were welcomed to FEI Headquarters in Lausanne (SUI) by FEI President Ingmar De Vos to participate in the inaugural Grooms Working Group meeting.

The first meeting of its kind, the working group was created following a recent survey among National Federations to determine the best way to improve communications and interaction with grooms and what the FEI can do to help them.

As part of a day of very positive discussion, it was agreed by the working group that there was a need to establish a more formal relationship, with grooms being officially welcomed into the FEI Family through being registered with the FEI. Registration would facilitate further development of education systems, creating a more structured framework for coopera-

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tion between the FEI and grooms.

In addition, the FEI is taking significant steps towards producing applications and other tools which will best serve the grooms, allowing them to streamline preparation for upcoming events.

“Grooms play an absolutely vital role in our sport, especially in preserving the welfare of our horses, but often they go unnoticed and unrecognised, so this new working group has been set up to change that and establish an official relationship with these very important members of our community,” FEI President Ingmar De Vos said after this meeting.

“It is vital for the sport and for the development of our global equestrian community to have a solid support network, and for the FEI to offer assistance and education where necessary.

Grooms are truly worth their weight in gold,

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FEI News continued from page 25 and we want to provide the finest resources and tools that will help increase knowledge of best practices and standards. Forging better relationships with our grooms is only the beginning. We want to help them share their knowledge with the wider community for the benefit of the sport globally.”

“I felt very honoured to be invited by the FEI to talk about the future of the grooms,” said Dressage groom Alan Davies, who works with British Olympic stars Carl Hester and Charlotte Dujardin.

“I am super excited about the fact that the FEI want to do things to help the grooms and improve everything, which at the end of the day is for the welfare of the horse as well. It was a great meeting, we talked a lot about amazing new features and things which can be developed.

It won’t be easy and it is going to take some time to put in place but it will be a fantastic project.”

Brent Kuylen (BEL), who has worked with Dutch Jumping world champion Jeroen Dub-

beldam, and Nanna-Riikka Nieminen (FIN), who previously groomed for two-time Olympian Henrik von Eckermann of Sweden, both agreed that the day had been a “great experience” and were looking forward to future initiatives.

“I think this is a real step forward,” British Eventing legend William Fox-Pitt’s groom Jackie Potts said. “It’s good to try and keep the standards up, and use the experience and the knowledge that some of us have gained over the years, in keeping welfare a priority and keeping grooms in the industry as well.”

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Horse Network, a US-based digital publishing platform, will offer a combination of sporting action, videos, articles and multimedia content around the series, bringing fans closer to the action and taking them behind-the-scenes like never before. All content published by Horse Network will be available free of charge and includes live streamed action from the competitions.

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The combination of the FEI’s world-class leadership in the sport with Horse Network’s huge audience and cutting edge capabilities is very exciting, we look forward to working closely with the FEI to grow equestrian sport.”

FEI SECRETARY GENERAL ON GLOBAL JUDGING PANEL FOR LEADERS UNDER 40 AWARDS FEI Secretary General Sabrina Ibáñez was part of an international judging panel put together by Leaders and Aspire Academy to select

the Leaders Under 40 Awards Class of 2017.

Brainchild of Leaders and Aspire Academy, this annual celebration of young leadership, now in its third edition, aims to uncover the best global talent in sport business. The campaign involves an extensive worldwide search to identify those unique individuals who are recognized leaders and the driving force in their field of expertise.

A total of 585 nominations were received over the nine-month campaign, with 42 candidates selected to join the Class of 2017.

The FEI Secretary General was one of 87 international judges invited onto the panel, made up of CEOs and top level executives across all sports, including New Zealand All Blacks CEO Steve Tew; Tottenham Hotspur FC Executive Director Donna-Maria Cullen; Eredivisie CEO Alex Tielbeke; and Nick Bitel, CEO of the London Marathon. The judging panel’s combined knowledge, expertise and experience gave them special insight into the challenges and demands of sports business success.

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CARMEN HOLMES-SMITH AND SHELBY BROST COLLECT TOP HONORS ON FINAL DAY OF CH-J* AND CICY2* INDIVIDUAL COMPETITION The Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) concluded Sunday, July 31, at The Colorado Horse Park (CHP), bringing a close to competition, which featured three disciplines throughout the week including show jumping, eventing, and dressage.

Carmen Holmes-Smith (18, Chase, BC) and Spartacus continued their move up the leaderboard after a double clear stadium round and were presented with the CH-J* individual gold medal for finishing on their starting score of 45.9. Shelby Brost (18, Red Deer, AB) and Crimson made a significant jump up the standings after tackling the cross-country track of the CICY2* and added no penalties to their dressage score of 50.20. The pair, finished only one of five double clear show jumping rounds to conclude NAJYRC, capturing the individual gold in the www.gaitpost.com

North American Junior Eventing Championship CH-J CCI1*team medalists of the 2017 Adequan/FEI NAJYRC at The Event Rebecca Farm Ð bronze Ð Canada (Eva Marquis, Tosca Holmes Smith, Chloe Meena Duffy, and Ella Marquis), gold Ð Area VI (Kaley Sapper, Mallory Hogan, Delaney Vaden, and Isabella Dowen), and silver Ð Area II (Arian Freeman, Alexa Gartenberg, Alexandra Tett, and Mia Braundel)

CICY2*. The Area I Team took to the medal podium as they were awarded with the CH-J* team gold medal, while the Area V/IX Team rode to victory in the CICY2*, participating in the final medal ceremony of the week. Lucy Matz (16, Coatesville, PA) guided Bailey VI to the top of the Junior Individual Final, while Jenna Upchurch (18, Chesterfield, MO) and Greystoke earned top honors in the Junior Rider Freestyle with a score of 71.350%.

NAJYRC remains a yearly highlight and source of motivation for young riders competing in multiple disciplines and The Colorado Horse Park (CHP), along with the facility’s management team, are honored to have hosted this prestigious championship event, which showcases

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CARMEN HOLMES-SMITH AND SHELBY BROST COLLECT TOP HONORS ON FINAL DAY OF CH-J* AND CICY2* INDIVIDUAL COMPETITION Individual and team medal ceremonies in the USEA North American Junior & Young Rider Eventing Championships were presented at The Colorado Horse Park to close the 2016 Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North, recognizing riders in both the CH-J* and CICY2*. Carmen Holmes-Smith (18, Chase, BC) and her mount Spartacus, competed as individuals throughout the week and sat well within reach of the win following cross-country. Haley Rosenberg (18, Pleasantville, NY), representing Area 1 as an individual, piloted Evil Munchkin to second place, also finishing with a score of 45.9.

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“I was thrilled with my horse today. The scores today were very close and there really was no margin for error. I rubbed one fence pretty hard, which was nerve wracking, but we ended up finishing clear,” explained Holmes-Smith. “I was thrilled with the way he stepped up and performed throughout the week.”

Holmes-Smith was ecstatic with the pair’s cross-country trip and stadium round. Even with a few self-proclaimed bobbles in their dressage test, the duo finished one of the their most competitive weekends yet.

“Overall, the dressage has been our weakest phase and I thought that our test this weekend was one of the best tests we’ve done ever. I was thrilled with that and our cross-country round,” she said. “We’re pretty good in stadium, but there’s always that chance that you can have a rail. I was really happy with the weekend.”

Overcome with emotion, Holmes-Smith addressed her initial reaction when she learned of her top finish and the meaning of competing alongside her sister Tosca, as well as the return of British Columbia to the medal ceremony.

“This was very emotional. I didn’t come into this competition thinking that I was a contender for a medal. I want to thank the grooms, my chef, my coach, and my parents. It was also really great to compete alongside my sister and she did extremely well herself, which was special too,” she commented.

“Even though I wasn’t on a team, I still felt the team atmosphere. I don’t think anyone was really expecting that we would do that well here.

British Columbia hasn’t really been competitive in eventing and to come out and do this well was overwhelming.”

Silver medalists Rosenberg and Evil Munchkin have only been competing at the FEI level together since last summer and their strong finish this week is a testament to how far they’ve come since Rosenberg took over the ride.

Rosenberg and Evil Munchkin found themselves tied with Holmes-Smith heading into the final phase, but the pair did not let the added pressure alter their ride, which is a noted im-

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provement in Rosenberg’s mental game.

Shelby Brost (18, Red Deer, AB) and Crimson made the most of their time at NAJYRC as their win fit perfectly into their future plans of one day representing their home nation of Canada on an even more international scale. Brost and Crimson sat in fifth place with a 50.2 after the dressage phase, before moving into second after a double clear cross-country trip. The duo, who were individual bronze medalists at the 2015 NAJYRC in Lexington, KY, in the CH-J*, returned this year to finish as the only combination to complete the weekend on their dressage score in the CICY2*.

Clara Cargile (20, San Angelos, TX) also secured a team gold medal for the Area V/IX Team in the CICY2* and finished in second place aboard White Indian with an overall score of 55.5.

Rounding out the top three individual finishers was Elena Hengel (20, Woodland, MN) and Zipp, who ended the week on a final score of 60.3.

The pair began competition earning a 42.1 in the dressage phase, before picking up 9.6 time faults on cross-country to move into stadium with a 52.3. The pair dropped two rails on the course to secure their final score of 60.30.

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pionships concluded for both the CH-J* and the CICY2* divisions, as a new group of champions were crowned for their efforts at the 2016 NAJYRC competition. The Area I Team was composed of four riders from Massachusetts including Katie Lichten (17, Hamilton, MA) and RF Luminati, Madeline Lichten (17, Hamilton, MA) with Yarrow, Erica Jarrell (17, Lincoln, MA) aboard Uni Sprite, and Cornelia Dorr (18, Manchester, MA) with Sir Patico MH, took to the podium, hoisting the gold medal for their overall team score of 146.7, which bested the other seven teams competing in the CH-J* division.

UPCHURCH PILOTS GREYSTOKE TO JUNIOR RIDER FREESTYLE VICTORY ON FINAL DAY OF NAJYRC Jenna Upchurch (18, Chesterfield, MO) and Greystoke, representing Region 4, continued to build on their success of the week, finishing the final day of dressage competition with another gold medal podium appearance for their ride in the USDF North American Junior & Young Rider Dressage Championships Junior Rider Freestyle. The duo received a score of 71.350% for the win. Vanessa Creech-Terauds (16, Caistor Centre, ON) piloted Fleur de Lis L to a silver medal, earning a score of 70.500%, while Jackson Gillespie (17, Denver, CO) and Westpoint CB, riding for Region 5, secured the bronze medal with a score of 69.500%.

Upchurch and Greystoke have impressed in each of their classes, attesting to the talent of both the horse and rider combination, as well as the growing potential for the duo moving forward in their career together. Upchurch and Greystoke have only been partnered since Decem-

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DISCIPLINEREPORTS What’s Happening in all the Disciplines

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Canadian Olympian Amy Millar of Perth, ON, won both the $35,000 CSI2* Open Welcome, presented by RAM Equestrian, and the $50,000 CSI2* Grand Prix riding Heros during the Caledon Premier II.

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anadian Olympian Amy Millar of Perth, ON, was unbeatable at the CSI2* Caledon Premier II show jumping tournament, winning both the $35,000 CSI2* Open Welcome and the $50,000 Grand Prix with her 2016 Rio Olympic mount, Heros, at the Caledon Equestrian Park in Caledon, ON. Hot off her victory in the $35,000 CSI2* Open Welcome, presented by RAM Equestrian, on Thursday, August 10, Millar and Heros returned on Saturday to take on 20 other challengers in the $50,000 CSI2* Grand Prix. The course designed by Marina Azevedo of Brazil yielded eight clear rounds, setting the stage for an exciting jump-off.

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off all incurred faults, leaving the door wide open for the final four. Shannon Clifford of the United States was the first to post a clear round, guiding her 12-year-old Selle Français gelding, Riesling de Milvrault, home in a time of 43.01 seconds. Erynn Ballard of Tottenham, ON, was next into the ring and moved into the lead with a clear round in 40.66 seconds riding Thalys Z, a nine-year-old Zangersheide mare owned by The Thalys Group.

Her time at the top was short-lived, however, as Rachel Cornacchia of Foothills, AB, and Valkyrie de Talma, an eight-year-old selle francais mare owned by Eventyre Farms Ltd., were faster still, clocking in at 39.08 seconds.

As the final challenger, Millar knew what she had to do, and rode a tight course with time-

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FEI NATIONS CUP JUMPING: IT’S LADIES DAY IN DUBLIN AS US TEAM SWEEPS TO VICTORY Team USA secured a definitive victory in the eighth and last leg of the FEI Nations Cup Jumping 2017 Europe Division 1 League in Dublin (IRL) when producing the only zero score in a hard-fought competition. On level pegging with the Irish at the halfway stage, they stood firm while their hosts lost their grip to drop to fifth behind Spain.

In the closing stages, the Netherlands and France threw down a challenge, and American anchor Laura Kraut (51) was under pressure when last to go with Confu. But the doubleOlympian didn’t crumble, posting the second US double-clear of the competition to seal it ahead of the runners-up from France, while the

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saving turns that saw her stop the clock at 38.05 for the win.

The US team of Laura Kraut, Lillie Keenan, Lauren Hough and Beezie Madden with Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland hold the Aga Khan Trophy aloft after winning the eighth and final leg of the FEI Nations Cup Jumping 2017 Europe Division 1 League in Dublin (IRL).

Dutch slotted into third place. This was the first all-female team triumph in the 91-year history of Nations Cup Jumping for the world-famous Aga Khan Cup in Dublin.

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ber 2015 and have already made great strides in their communication in the ring.

“I feel like we’ve improved on our connection a lot with the flow of the test and going from movement to movement, as well as how relaxed and collected he could be throughout the test,” detailed Upchurch. “For our music, it’s a compilation of Coldplay music including Viva La Vida and an assortment of scores from the Fast and Furious movies, which I love. I edited and cut the music myself with my trainer.”

Silver medalists Vanessa Creech-Terauds and Fleur de Lis L have also stood side by side with Upchurch and Greystoke in nearly every class this week. Creech-Terauds noted that NAJYRC is her favorite week of the year and also commented on the continued improvements of the young Hanoverian mare throughout the duration of the competition.

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Vanessa Creech-Terauds and Fleur de Lis L

three days. This is a gorgeous facility and I have to thank the sponsors for making this show possible.”

Creech-Terauds touched on the fun and lively music selection for her freestyle aboard Fleur du Lis L. She noted, “The trot music is from Madagascar 2 and the canter is Kung Fu Panda.

We had a lot of fun making the music and in the juniors it’s all about having fun and getting experience in the ring. I find that’s exactly what our music reflects.”

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“We said at the beginning of the year this was one of the shows we are bringing our ‘A’ team to…it’s our view that the Aga Khan is the greatest trophy in our sport. And more than that there are many ways to win a Nations Cup, sometimes you get lucky, but today in my view there was no luck. These four riders did an unbelievable job!” said Robert Ridland, USA Chef d’Equipe.

The time-allowed of 80 seconds proved difficult for many over Irish course-builder Tom Holden’s track, and a speedy turn to the final oxer was often costly. Beezie Madden’s (53) mistake here with her new ride Darry Lou was the American drop score in round one, but the pair got it absolutely right in round two after pathfinders Lauren Hough (40) and the brilliant mare Ohlala produced their second clear of the day and rising talent Lillie Keenan (20) made her only mistake at the first element of the penultimate double with Super Sox. Kraut clinched it with a crisp, clear run to leave a five-fault margin between the winning US side and the French in second while the points earned by the third-placed Dutch, whose final tally was just seven faults, saw them overtake Italy at the top of the Europe Division 1 leaderboard at the end of the eight-leg series.

LUCY DESLAURIERS WINS $100,000 CSI3* GRAND PRIX AT OTTAWA INTERNATIONAL Lucy Deslauriers, 18, of New York, NY, beat out ten-time Canadian Olympian Ian Millar of Perth, ON, to win the $100,000 CSI3* Grand Prix on Saturday, July 22, at the CSI3* Ottawa International Horse Show held at Wesley Clover Parks in Ottawa, ON. A large crowd was on hand to watch eight entries from the 28-horse starting field jump clear over the track set by U.S. course designer Anthony D’Ambrosio. With the field narrowed down to the best of the best, the jump-off saw young up-and-comers such as Deslauriers and Ireland’s Daniel Coyle, 22, go head-to-head against athletes with decades of experience in the sport.

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CSI3* RBC Open Welcome, Deslauriers and Hester were the penultimate combination to return to jump-off. They were chasing the time to beat of 38.20 seconds set by Jonathan McCrea of East Windsor, CT, riding Aristoteles V. In a display of skill and confidence well beyond her years, 18-year-old Deslauriers made quick work of the jump-off course, racing home in a time of 35.88 seconds to overtake the lead.

There was only one rider left to challenge, but when that challenger holds the world record for most Olympic appearances by any athlete in any sport, nothing can be taken for granted. At 70 years of age, Millar of Perth, ON, gave Deslauriers a run for her money riding Dixson, a 14-yearold Belgian Warmblood gelding (Vigo d’Arsouilles x Olisco) owned by Susan and Ariel Grange.

Millar kept the crowd on the edge of its seat as he sliced and diced his way around the short course, but his jump-off time of 38.07 seconds would see him settle for second place.

“It feels pretty surreal,” said Lucy Deslauriers, who collected the winner’s share of $33,000 in prize money. “It’s definitely one of my biggest wins yet. It’s sort of unexpected; you never think you’re going to win both the Welcome and the Grand Prix. I just tried to be smooth and give Hester a confident ride, and I let him do the rest!”

SHOW JUMPING RESULTS $50,000 CSI2* GRAND PRIX – SATURDAY, AUGUST 12 1. Amy Millar Perth, ON Heros 0:0 38.05; 2. Rachel Cornacchia Foothills, AB Valkyrie de Talma 0:0 39.08; 3. Erynn Ballard Tottenham, ON Thalys Z 0:0 40.66; 4. Shannon Clifford United States Riesling de Milvrault 0:0 43.01; 5. Jonathon Millar Perth, ON Daveau 0:4 39.34; 6. Nora Gray Owen Sound, ON Dior 0:8 38.05; 7. Elissa Reisman Toronto, ON Citizenguard Cadjanine Z 0:8 39.02; 8. Kim Farlinger Orangeville, ON Emergo 0:8 42.98. $35,000 CSI2* OPEN WELCOME, PRESENTED BY RAM EQUESTRIAN – THURSDAY, AUGUST 10 1. Amy Millar Perth, ON Heros 0:0 38.65; 2. Erynn Ballard Tottenham, ON Thalys Z 0:0 39.02; 3. Rachel Cornacchia Foothills, AB Valkyrie de Talma 0:0 40.06; 4. Hyde Moffatt Brantford, ON Granturo 0:0 41.08; 5. Kelly Soleau-

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Millar United States Cacharel 0:0 42.34; 6. Jonathon Millar Perth, ON Daveau 0:0 42.77; 7. Andy Kocher United States Carlos 0:0 44. FEI NATIONS CUP JUMPING 2017 EUROPE DIVISION 1 LEAGUE IN DUBLIN RESULT: 1. USA 0 faults: Ohlala (Lauren Hough) 0/0, Super Sox (Lillie Keenan) 0/5, Darry Lou (Beezie Madden) 4/0, Confu (Laura Kraut) 0/0. 2. France 5 faults: For Joy van’T Zorgvliet HDC (Kevin Staut) 0/4, Cliffton Belesbat (Marc Dilasser) 20.0, Cenwood Delle Lame (Marie Hecart) 1/Elim, Eros (Olivier Robert) 0/0. 3. Netherlands 7 faults: Whitney BB (Michael Greeve) 0/0, Charly (Donor Kuipers) 1/0, Baileys (Michel Hendrix) 1/8, Chianti’s Champion (Frank Schuttert) 8/5. LONGINES FEI WORLD CUP JUMPING NORTH AMERICAN LEAGUE AT BROMONT (CAN) RESULT: 1. Cescha M, Isabelle Lapierre (CAN) 0/0 43.39; 2. Wicked, Jenn Serek (CAN) 0/0 43.70; 3. Qui Vive des Songes Z, Heather Caristo-Williams (USA) 0/4 45.73; 4. Coulash van de Broy Z, Juan Manuel Gallego (COL) 0/7 56.16; 5. Hermelien vd Hooghoeve, Ali Ramsay (CAN) 0/8 43.82; 6. Cassinja S, Charlie Jacobs (USA) 0/8 45. FEI NATIONS CUP JUMPING 2017 EUROPE DIVISION 1 LEAGUE IN FALSTERBO, SWEDEN RESULT: 1. Netherlands - 4 faults/0 in 46.35 seconds in third-round jump-off; 2. Germany - 4 faults/0 in 47.80 seconds in third-round jump-off; 3. Ireland - 4 faults/4 faults in 46.65 seconds in third-round jump-off; 4. Italy - 9 faults; 5. USA - 12 faults; 5. Sweden - 12 faults; 7. Switzerland - 20 faults; 8. Norway - 30 faults. $100,000 CSI3* GRAND PRIX – SATURDAY, JULY 22 AT THE CSI3* OTTAWA INTERNATIONAL HORSE SHOW 1.

Lucy Deslauriers New York, NY Hester 0:0 35.88; 2. Ian Millar Perth, ON Dixson 0:0 38.07; 3. Jonathan McCrea East Windsor, CT Aristoteles V 0:0 38.20; 4. Francois Lamontagne Saint-Eustache, QC Chanel du Calvaire 0:0 38.46; 5. Jonathon Millar Perth, ON Daveau 0:0 39.15; 6. Juan Manuel Gallego Colombia Coulash van de Broy Z 0:0 40.75; 7. Mario Deslauriers New York, NY Bardolina 2 0:8 38.56; 8. Daniel Coyle Ireland Dillinger 0:12 38.81; 9. Mario Deslauriers New York, NY Westbrook 4; 10. Nicole Walker Aurora, ON Falco van Spieveld 4; 11. Jonathon Millar Perth, ON Bonzay 4; 12. Carlos Hernando Ramirez Colombia Happy Wandor Van’t 5.

DRESSAGE REPORT CANADIAN CUP DRESSAGE FESTIVAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2017 The heat was on at the Canadian Cup Dressage Festival at Maple Ridge Equestrian Centre, in Maple Ridge, BC. Organized by Ali Buchanan and Sarah Dunn, their show management experience showed, as the weekend was a very smoothly run and enjoyable event. Colombian FEI 4* judge Cesar Torrente was a very positive and encouraging presence at C, and was approachable to discuss tests and tribulations in the social. The show was hosted by Jack Polo, of MREC, and the facility looked great, and the footing well-groomed and watered despite soaring temperatures. The family of four bears

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Reserve 983 Roxy/Katie Anderson. High Score Freestyle Champion Champion 938 Con Brio/Jennifer Mckenzie. Canadian Cup - High Score Of Show Champion 910 W’inga/Lisa Schultz.

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DRESSAGE RESULTS CANADIAN CUP DRESSAGE FESTIVAL CHAMPIONSHIPS 2017 RESULTS Training Level Championship Junior / Amateur Champion 906 Westpointe/Jennifer Nixon; Reserve 939 Jazz/Amy Rogers. Training Level Championship Open Champion 923 Omni/Sven Smienk; Reserve 941 Echo’s River D/Liz Sarioglu. First Level Championship Junior / Amateur Champion 908 Flynn Eagan/Caroline Williams; Reserve 945 Vanjalie/Sophia Rokstad. First Level Championship Open Champion 910 W’inga/Lisa Schultz; Reserve 904 Fibonacci/Dale Thornton. FEI Young Horse Championship Champion 904 Fibonacci/Dale Thornton. Third Level Adult Amateur Championship Champion 909 Sixth Sense/Mary Ostler; Reserve 943 Flana/Jennifer Dance. Third Level Open Championship Champion 947 Dantesse/Eleanor Klawer; Reserve 930 Holly Golightly/Sarah Bradley. Fourth Level Open Championship Champion 929 Fax Dc/Sven Smienk; Reserve 951 Roman/Leah Paris. FEI Youth Championship Champion 922 Beauty/Courtney Palleson. FEI Advanced Amateur Championship Champion 912 Hariette/Heather Dupuis; Reserve 935 Cleopatra/ Carol Robinson. FEI Advanced Open Championship Champion 937 Flash/Wendy Christoff; Reserve 925 Sonaco/Sven Smienk. FEI Intermediate Championship Champion 946 Day Dreamer/Sydney Holme. FEI Grand Prix Championship Champion 936 Treffer/Wendy Christoff; Reserve 914 Wilhelm/Sandra Verda. FEI Para Equestrian Championship Champion 953 Ultimo/Winona Hartvikson; Reserve 938 Con Brio/Jennifer Mckenzie. Training Level Bronze Junior Championship Champion 975 Gypsy Queen/Taylor Walraven; Reserve 963 Bentley/Helaina Rokstad.

Training Level Bronze Amateur Championship Champion 969 Birkfell Tulip/Kiyomi Foster. First Level Bronze Junior Championship Champion 962 Zorro/Claire Robinson; Reserve 970 Otto Fan Kenettas/Courtney Palleson. First Level Bronze Amateur Championship Champion 967 Wesley/Jessica Marquis; Reserve 972 Second Change/Stephanie Chicoine. Walk Trot Open Championship Champion 979 Cf Rascal I/Laura Petrie; Reserve 981 Northern Lily/Leah Paris. Western Dressage Open Championship Champion 982 Yellowstone Red Cloud/Courtenay Palleson;

MUSTANG POWDER BACK TO BACK HORSE TRIALS – MAY 19-21 Nick and Ali Holmes-Smith’s hospitality and the sun warmed us all again this Victoria Day long weekend. From snacks and coffee every morning to new courses on the cross-country field, their hard work preparing for the Mustang Powder Back to Back Horse Trials was evident and much appreciated. Although the sun was very hot, it made for perfect footing, and the horses were kept comfortable in their accommodations in the trees. Although the courses impressed riders on their walks, the horses jumped around confidently and answered all of the questions prepared by Nick. Changes in the second course gave riders another opportunity to challenge their skills. New this year was the opportunity to ride in different divisions for each event. This was popular for the riders, setting both horses and riders up for a successful upgrade. Stadium course designer, Larry Brinker, offered Young Riders an insight into the whys and wherefores of his designs. The courses were technically challenging but very rewarding when ridden correctly.

Chase Creek Eventing is a beautiful venue for our sport. This event is a must-have on next year’s calendar. Everyone had so much fun they wanted to stay an extra night (or maybe that had something to do with the highway being closed!)

— Submitted by Rachel Spencer ‘MRS.T’ MEMORIAL HORSE TRIALS AT MREC Finally, the eventing season started in the lower mainland with the July 15-16 Mrs. T Memorial Horse Trials at MREC. For many it was the first time out on a cross country course this year after a long, wet and cold winter. The weather cooperated providing sunny blue skies permitting stadium to be held in the large grass, grand prix field. This afforded a marvelous view for spectators from the shade of the pub. Cross

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VAULTING REPORT TRIPLE GOLD FOR GERMANY AND ITALY TAKE PAS DE DEUX TITLE The FEI European Vaulting Championships for Seniors, hosted in Ebreichsdorf, Austria, once again showed Germany’s dominance in the sport winning three out of the four gold medals on offer, Team gold, individual female for Kristina Boe and Erik Oese winning the individual male, whilst Silvia Stopazzini as Lorenzo Lupacchini made history for Italy with the pas de deux gold.

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2017 World Cup winners Silvia Stopazzini and Lorenzo Lupacchini from Italy brought the party to the Championships as they danced the Samba on the back of Rosenstolz 99 with Laura Carnabuci on the lunge. Impressing with their intense choreography and creative flair they scored 8,840 to take the gold medal, the first time Italy has ever won an FEI pas de deux senior medal.

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Spring seemed to take forever, and our summer left us in a smoky disaster. Let’s hope Mother Nature has a long fabulous fall in store for us! After all, who doesn’t love the brilliant colours of the trees, and horses’ breath in the crisp air…. Fall always makes me smile.

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The HTBC awards include all levels, horse of the year, rider of the year, and numerous door prizes just for attending. What a great way to finish off your horse show season. Check out our HTBC website and mark it on your calendar today! — Submitted by Tanya Drake Horse Trials BC Annual General Meeting Saturday, November 18, 2017 · 2:00 pm Year End Awards Banquet · 6:30 pm Harrison Hot Springs Resort & Spa, Harrison Hot Springs, BC

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Nicole Brabec (AUT) captivated the audience at the Magna Racino in Ebreichsdrof, with her ‘Rio’ freestyle. Together with lunger Manuela Barosch on the experienced Royal Salut she took gold in the highly competitive junior female individual class scoring 7,990.

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Discpline Reports continued from page 43 fending the title he won two years ago at the first ever FEI Junior World Championships. Alongside Sandra Tronchet and Quiece D’Obliche, Juan performed a final freestyle master class of his interpretation of Jared Leto’s ‘The Joker’ scoring an incredible 8,889 for the round — a score which would challenge in the senior division.

Germany’s Gregor Klehe put on a strong show as he performed his Zorro freestyle to take the silver medal on Adlon lunged by Alexander Hartl (7,945). Philipp Stippel (GER) together with Sir Valentin 5 and Dina Menke rounded off the po-

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