HJN Content posted for October, 2006

Sponsors Step Forward to Support Inaugural Jump Canada Hall of Fame

Toronto, Ontario – The inaugural Jump Canada Hall of Fame Gala and Induction Ceremony has been met with overwhelming response from both corporate and individual sponsors. Sponsor support will ensure that the Hall of Fame Gala and Induction Ceremony held Sunday, November 5, 2006, at the Royal York in Toronto, ON, is a resounding success. (Read on…)

Dr. Sheila C. Johnson Hosts Annual Red, White & Blue Dinner During $100,000 President’s Cup Grand Prix Sponsored by Salamander Hospitality

Washington, D.C. – The Annual Red, White & Blue Dinner held during the evening gala performance of the Washington International Horse Show was a huge success.

A who’s who of the equestrian world gathered to watch the $100,000 President’s Cup Grand Prix (one of the biggest horse events of the 2006 winter season) sponsored by Salamander Hospitality. The gala was hosted by Dr. Sheila C. Johnson at the Verizon Center in Washington, DC. (Read on…)

Canadian Show Jumping Championships Promises Exciting Showdown

Toronto, Ontario – When the Royal Horse Show opens on Friday, November 3, show jumping fans will witness an exciting showdown between the country’s best in the Canadian Championships.

Hosted by the Royal Horse Show, held as part as the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair running November 3-12, the Jump Canada Canadian Show Jumping Championship is presented by Greenhawk Harness and Equestrian Supplies Inc. and Ariat International Inc. and features $70,000 in prize money. (Read on…)

Tango Las Marismas Carries Canada’s Taylor Bland to Top of FEI Children’s Final

Calgary, Alberta – Tango Las Marismas carried Taylor Bland to a historic victory by becoming the first Canadian to win the FEI Children’s Final held October 24 to 28 at Spruce Meadows in Calgary, AB.

Bland, 13, of Calgary, AB, piloted the Spanish-bred Tango Las Marismas, owned by Las Marismas Sporthorses, to the Gold Medal. After placing second in the first two rounds of competition on Wednesday and Friday, Bland was among the six riders to advance to the jump-off in the final round of competition on Saturday evening. (Read on…)

Official Barbaro Portraits by John Fawcett to Benefit Thoroughbred Charities of America

Barbaro, winner of the Kentucky Derby whose shattered leg in the Preakness brought his stunning career to a halt has been captured beautifully by veterinarian-turned-artist John Fawcett. The two original portraits were commissioned by Roy and Gretchen Jackson, Barbaro’s owners, and fine art giclée reproductions are now available, thanks to Fine Print Imaging, which is donating all proceeds to the Thoroughbred Charities of America. (Read on…)

Three Professionals Are Maui-Bound as a Result of Langer Equestrian Group’s Trainer Incentive Awards

Burbank, California. “The ponies won it for me,” said Colorado trainer Molly Rinedollar. “ I really have to thank Kelsey and Madeline Thatcher and all of our ponies for getting me the points that I needed to win this trip.” Rhinedollar is one of three professionals who won the Langer Equestrian Group sponsored trip to Maui. (Read on…)

Fox Den Interiors & Gifts, Inc Announces Linda Luster as Official Artist for 123rd National Horse Show and Family Festival 2006

FRANKLIN, TENN-OCT. 30, 2006- Fox Den Interiors & Gifts of Franklin, Tenn., and West Palm Beach Fla., is proud to announce that Linda Luster has been honored as the Official Artist for the 123rd National Horse Show and Family Festival (NHS), held November 29 through December 3 at the Palm Beach Polo Equestrian Club in Wellington, Fla. Fox Den exclusively represents Ms Luster in Florida. (Read on…)

Pony and Local Hunter Championships Decided at the Washington International Horse Show

Washington, D.C. – October 29, 2025 – Some of the top ponies in the world competed in the final day of competition at the 48th Annual Washington International Horse Show, as well as the top pony and horse hunters from the local area. Along with Small, Medium and Large Pony Hunter Championships, there was a Grand Champion Pony Hunter presentation, along with the WIHS Pony Equitation Finals and the Local Pony and Horse Hunter Finals. (Read on…)

Flying Dutchman Harrie Smolders Soars for Victory in $100,000 President’s Cup Grand Prix at Washington International Horse Show

Heather Dobbs and Corlett Win $10,000 Junior Jumper Senators Cup

Washington, D.C. – October 28, 2025 – The $100,000 President’s Cup Grand Prix welcomed 25 top equestrians to the Verizon Center for an evening at one of the most prestigious and well-respected competitions of the year. Tonight’s class, the highlight of the Washington International Horse Show, was held under FEI Article 238.1.2, Article. 655.2, World Cup Rules, Time First Jump Off. The course was designed by renowned horseman Steve Stephens. (Read on…)

Local Washington, D.C. Celebrities Participate in Media Celebrity Sports Challenge at 2006 Washington International Horse Show

Wellington, FL – Combining the nation’s best equestrians, local celebrities, motor vehicles and horses is a guaranteed amusing and exciting mix of entertainment. The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) hosted such an event called “The Media Celebrity Sports Challenge” on Saturday, October 28, at 2:00 p.m. The WIHS takes place in the middle of the nation’s capital at the Verizon Center. (Read on…)

Jack Hardin Towell, Jr. Triumphs in Washington International Horse Show Equitation Classic Final

Washington, D.C. – October 28, 2025 – The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) featured the WIHS Equitation Classic Final this weekend and invited 30 of the top junior riders in the nation to compete for the National Championship title. The Hunter Phase was held on Friday, October 27, at the Verizon Center, and the Jumper Phase and Final Work-Off took center stage today. (Read on…)

McLain Ward and Optimum Pozitano Clear 7’2 ½’’ in Washington International Horse Show’s EMO/Berkley Underwriting Partners Puissance

Whitney Weeks and Subliem Nail It for Amateur-Owner Ambassador’s Cup Title; Kraut and Miss Independent Capture Top Honors in President’s Cup Qualifier

Washington, D.C. – October 27, 2025 – EMO/Berkley Underwriting Partners Night at Washington International Horse Show took center stage tonight at the Verizon Center, with the EMO/Berkley Underwriting Partners Puissance as the evening feature. Eight competitors partook in the annual tradition, and a record crowd estimated at 11,000 spectators cheered for each and every rider. The class was held under a FEI Article 262.2 format. (Read on…)

Ashley Holzer and Pop Art Win $25,000 Washington International Horse Show Invitational Dressage Championship

Washington, D.C. – October 27, 2025 – Ashley Holzer of New York, New York, aboard Pop Art wowed the crowd and the judges with their Grand Prix Freestyle tonight at the Verizon Center in Washington, D.C. to win the class with a score of 72.565%, which when added to her second place score last night of 67.813% in the Grand Prix, gave her a total overall mark of 70.189% and victory in the $25,000 Washington International Horse Show Invitational Dressage Championship. As winner of the event, Holzer takes home $10,000 in prize money. (Read on…)

Local Calgary Rider Finishes on Top Heading into FEI Children’s International Jumping Final

Guilherme Dutra Foroni from Brazil secured a spot for himself in tomorrow’s FEI Children’s International Jumping Final after a brilliant win in the Second Qualifier this evening. The Final consists of the top 16 riders over the two qualifiers and Foroni just squeaked in, nabbing the final position. (Read on…)

Canadian Sapergia Takes Bronze in FEI World Reining Masters

Ottawa, Ontario — Canadian Shawna Sapergia of Cochrane, AB brought home the bronze medal from the FEI World Reining Masters, held October 17 – 22 in Denver, CO, USA. (Read on…)

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