Youth Awards
Amanda Theriault, Act Regal Photography
The Community Horse Youth Award is given to the junior exhibitor who has shown the best horsemanship and sportsmanship at an equestrian competition. This is the youth who is working hard with a great attitude. This junior is taking good care of their horse, cheering on their friends, and helping others. Want a free award for your upcoming equestrian competition in Connecticut, Massachusetts, or Rhode Island? Visit communityhorse.org/ youth-awards.
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Stella Shaw, 15, of Lebanon, Connecticut, won the Youth Award at the Horse Power Cross Country Derby. Stella rides warmblood cross Joy Ride, owned by Hidden Brook Stables.
Nine-year-old Taylor Sobieski of Portland, Connecticut, won the Youth Award at the Pines in June with Welsh Pony Royal Flair, a.k.a. Merry. Taylor trains with Diana Schaefer-King at Legendary Race Hill Farm.
Heidi Lamb, 9, of Prospect, Connecticut, won the Youth Award at the Pines in June riding Percheron/ Thoroughbred Gwen. This is Heidi’s first year competing and this was her second show.
Fifteen-year-old Victoria Vigneaux of Salisbury, Massachusetts, won the Youth Award at the Bradford Equestrian Center Dressage Schooling Show in June riding Fjord Sonja.
Community Horse Fall/Winter 2021
