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Prix St Georges Challenge 2011

Published on 27.05.2011 in General
Equestrian Australia has advised that in 2011 the Prix St Georges Challenge has taken on a slightly different format to previous years....

 

It's All Eyes on The Irish in Rome - FEI Nations Cup

Published on 27.05.2011 in General
The Irish team are hot favourites to win the second leg of the 2011 FEI Nations Cup™ series in Rome (ITA) tomorrow, but they got the worst of the draw today and so will be first into the ring as the action gets underway in the stunning surroundings of the Piazza di Siena. ...

 

Horsezone Reviews: The Miss Andretti Story

Published on 27.05.2011 in Reviews
This riveting biography of sprinter Miss Andretti, written by former Harness and Thoroughbred race caller John Hunt, scores three and three quarters white socks, on Horsezone's Four White Sock Scale. To say this was an enjoyable book is an understatement - I started reading on Easter Monday and read until 1.30am to finish it!...

 

Five Minutes With... Show Announcer - Ralph Dunn

Published on 27.05.2011 in Five Minutes With Horsezone
If it's a big show western show, you can bet Ralph Dunn will be there, announcing and supporting the events and horses he loves! From Summer Sizzler to NPHA Pleasure Celebration, Ralph brings a calming consistency to western showing, his soothing tones are always in the background, advising details of upcoming classes and results from finalised classes, no matter how big the event and how high pressured the competition, Ralph is there....

 

Game on for London for McVean

Published on 26.05.2011 in General
The London Olympics are back in the sights of top Kiwi showjumper Katie McVean with an offer to ride on a top Dutch horse. The 24-year-old, who sold her Olympic hope Dunstan Delphi...

 

On the Road Again... Feeding Horses on the Move

Published on 26.05.2011 in General
Horses in modern day society travel a lot. In fact it is amusing to think that throughout history, a horse’s most basic function was to transport humans from point A to B, and yet now we spend so much time and money transporting them. Transport for horses can be stressful, both physically and mentally. But as with all things, having a well prepared horse at the start of a journey means you have a far better chance of having a healthy horse at the end of the journey. ...

 

FEI Award-Winning Groom Says Employers' Nominations Boost Motivation

Published on 26.05.2011 in General
A week after nominations opened for the FEI Awards 2011, Michelle Tipper, the British winner in last year’s Best Groom category, has called on athletes and horse-owners to make their nominations. “I highly recommend that employers nominate their staff,” said Tipper. “It is such a boost to your motivation to have this recognition and it’s great for the employer, as good grooms work so much better for employers who care.”...

 

Enjoy the FEI Nations Cup Live on FEI TV

Published on 26.05.2011 in General
The second leg of the FEI Nations Cup™, which will take place this Friday 27 May in beautiful Rome (ITA), will be broadcast LIVE on the official FEI video platform FEI TV....

 

Equestriad Winner Boland Back in Business

Published on 26.05.2011 in General
Tim Boland & GV Billy Elliot. Photo: Furdography Beautiful weather, good crowds and some truly first class cross country riding meant that the 2011 Eventing Equestriad was a great...

 

What's On This Weekend?

Published on 26.05.2011 in
In addition to the many Agricultural Shows and local competitions being held across the country (CLICK HERE to view detailed calendar), listed below are other main events that are happening this weekend. Whatever horse sport you're into, there's something on for everyone!...

 

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