HJN Content posted on September 14th, 2006

60th Annual Buffalo International Horse Show Kicks Off Competition and Awards Hunter Championships

Buffalo, NY – The 60th Annual Buffalo International Horse Show (BIHS) began competition yesterday, but the first championships of 2006 were awarded today. The show offered competition for the professional hunter divisions at the historic Buffalo Therapeutic Riding Center (BTRC). The ‘AA’ rated show is Buffalo’s most prestigious horse show and is used by many to prepare for the fall indoor circuit and zone finals horse shows. (Read on…)

Todd Minikus and Loxahatchee make it look easy in their win at Cleveland’s American Gold Cup Competition

The $6,000 1.45 Jumper Stake, scored under Table II, Sec. 2 (b), Time First-Jump-Off was the main event at today’s competition at Cleveland’s American Gold Cup. Twenty-one starters came to the in gate but the first competitior, Todd Minikus aboard Loxahatchee established a mark that was untouchable for the rest of the field. He led the way into the jump-off and never looked back. (Read on…)

CSIO***** Barcelona (ESP) competition begins - Laura Kraut hospitalized

CSIO***** Barcelona (ESP) got underway on Thursday. The best finish by an American was Margie Engle in fourth in the opening class. She was one of 10 clears. Beezie Madden aboard Authentic also was clear but encountered three time faults in the competition. (Read on…)

Will Germany take the Super League Title and Can the Irish Survive?

The Samsung Super League with FEI Final which will take place in Barcelona, Spain on Sunday next has attracted a world-class field and promises to be a thriller. And, for the very first time, the brand new Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Kentucky 2010 fence will be in use. (Read on…)

Toronto’s Royal Horse Show Ready for Another Exciting Event

Toronto, Ontario – When the 84th Royal Horse Show takes place from November 3-12, 2006, as part of the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair at Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto, ON, fans can expect to see many of their time-honoured favourites as well as several exciting new features. (Read on…)

U.S. Olympic Committee Honors Megan Benjamin, Brendan Hansen and the USA National Baseball Team for August Accomplishments

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - The U.S. Olympic Committee today announced equestrian athlete Megan Benjamin and swimmer Brendan Hansen as its August Athletes of the Month. The USOC Team of the Month was awarded to the USA National Baseball Team. (Read on…)

Fargis and Torano claim victory as American Gold Cup gets underway at Cleveland

Yesterday, the Wachovia Securities American Gold Cup returned to its Ohio home after a 36-year absence. A refurbished Cleveland Metroparks polo field marks the reason for its return. The old lawn surface was replaced with a mix of sand and shredded fabric. “It’s one of the softest footings for the horses,” says Spokeswoman Gail Tobin. “It’s also quiet. If you’re riding in there, you can barely hear the other horses.” (Read on…)