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Rolex Kentucky: A battle of the best and an opportunity for the hopeful
Some of the world's top riders vied for the trophy in America's only 4-star event, but it was also a stepping stone for riders such as Holly Payne, who has a horse on the way up. UPDATED Holly Payne...
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There's a new spirit at the Horse Park of N.J.
On the eve of the Jersey Fresh International Three-Day Event, the Horse Park of New Jersey's most prestigious competition, efforts are under way to improve the footing at the facility and boost its...
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Garden State Grand Prix goes to Quentin Judge
The feature at the state's largest horse show ends in a four-horse tiebreaker that was a real crowd-pleaser. Quentin Judge was as determined as his mount, HH Dark de la Hart, on their way to winning...
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Horse park shines during Jersey Fresh Three-Day Event
Efforts to step it up at the Horse Park of New Jersey and the Jersey Fresh International competition pay off with bigger crowds and compliments from competitors. Buck Davidson had the support of the...
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Reggie finishes on top at Jersey Fresh
Ballynoe Castle RM takes the 3-star CCI at the Horse Park of New Jersey and realizes an achievement that had eluded him during his long career. Buck Davidson shares a special moment with Ballynoe...
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Equine Time is special for women with medical issues
A non-riding program is designed to give women a different focus involving horses that can help them through difficult moments. Henrietta Pesce and Sharon Mitchell of Equine Time.Nancy Jaffer|For NJ...
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Take time to learn about barn fire safety and prevention
Would you know what to do in case of a barn fire, or more important, how to prevent one? A seminar next month in Somerset County will offer information on both topics. In a simulation of a barn fire...
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Ryan's back near the top at Devon
Long Valley rider returns to one of the country's best shows with a young horse who has potential and makes his mark in a grand prix that stumped some big-time combinations. Devin Ryan and Cooper on...
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Words of Wisdom from the master, George Morris
The former U.S. show jumping coach, a living legend, tells about his start with riding and outlines what it takes to be a success in the sport. George Morris is at his best when he has an opportunity...
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Central Jersey makes showing affordable and fun
A schooling series that caters to a wide variety of horses and riders, the Central Jersey Horseman's Association offers competition filling an important niche. The Central Jersey Horseman's...
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ACTHA offers a different kind of equestrian fun
An organization new to the state offers competition for all types of horses, with trail rides and obstacle courses that present intriguing challenges. Joanne States and Amelia Earhart rotating a pole...
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Gladstone Gathering gives a lift to equestrian sports
More than 250 people got together at the U.S. Equestrian Team Foundation's historic stables to hear plans for adding more activities there with the cooperation of three key organizations. Jimmy Brady,...
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The Ridge will present New Jersey's richest grand prix
Nona Garson wants to up the ante for New Jersey show jumping at her facility in Asbury, where.the competition runs the same week as the venerable Sussex County show. Nona Garson presents a trophy to...
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The Pan Am dream becomes reality for Herslow
Years of effort finally bring Stockton rider and her horse to an international championship, where they win team gold and have two personal bests.UPDATED. It's thumbs-up for U.S. dressage team rider...
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U.S. eventers lead at Pan Ams as they seek Olympic berth
Winning at the Pan Ams would be more than a medal for the American squad, because it would be a ticket to the 2016 Rio Games. The U.S. eventing team's Marilyn Little is standing second individually at...
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U.S. eventers win Pan Am gold, Olympic slot
Bulletin: The eventing squad led the competition start to finish, while Marilyn Little came from behind to take the individual gold. The U.S. eventing team of Marilyn Little, Phillip Dutton, Lauren...
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Special event series raises Equine Science Center's Profile
The Rutgers center is fulfilling its mission to present matters of interest and importance to New Jersey's equine industry. ALSO: An obituary for Jean Haller Reid, one of the founders of the old Essex...
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Dressage star Valegro will shine in Central Park
Ranked number one in the world with his rider, Charlotte Dujardin of Great Britain, the Olympic, world and European champion mount is set to make his mark in New York City next month. UPDATE--Weekend...
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Young riders get their chance at EAP
The Emerging Athletes Program regional training session opened doors for teens and their horses as they learned riding techniques and stable management in Gladstone Ariana Morales of Shrewsbury had...
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September looks busy for New Jersey equestrians
A crowded calendar offers opportunities for riders and those who simply want to attend equestrian-oriented activities and events around the state. The Tewksbury Trail Association trail pace is one of...
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Will clone offspring measure up to Gem Twist?
Two of the Gem Twist clone Gemini's progeny have their first jumping outing away from home, a big step for the 3-year-olds Laura Chapot with Jack and Jill, offspring of the Gem Twist clone...
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The Central Park Show is clearing a big hurdle
The show will go on despite the presence of thousands lining up to see Pope Francis as he leads a procession through the park on Friday, when the dressage and show jumping grands prix are on the...
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Central Park Horse Show is an exciting challenge
Between the visit of the Pope to New York and riding in an arena flanked by skyscrapers, a show in the heart of Manhattan tested both riders and horses, while helping build a wider audience for...
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Three friends make dressage a winning game with teamwork
A trio of Hunterdon County women who show together find that helping each other makes their sport more rewarding, both in and out of the arena. UPDATED Bridget Hay of East Amwell competing in the...
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A different breed makes its mark at Devon
Eliza Banks of Jackson rode 4-year-old CanaDream Kelbeck YouandMe to a blue ribbon during Dressage at Devon's 40th anniversary edition, where he was the first of his breed to compete there. Rainy...
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Old-fashioned equestrian fun--racing at Natirar
The Essex Fox Hounds Masters' Chase in Somerset County harks back to a simpler time when people got together for fun on horseback, rather than going after big trophies or big money. Rhiannon Rasmussen...
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Vincentown rider owns a big moment in the arena
An Air Force veteran waits all her life for her own horse and eventually enjoys a major victory with him, but it was far from an easy road to the top of her North American League adult hunter...
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Santino goes the distance in the Fair Hill event
A thoroughbred ex-racehorse shows he can handle one of the USA's most demanding three-day events when he comes through for rider/trainer Holly Payne Caravella, who has always believed in him despite a...
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Ward turns pro as her junior riding days end
After completing her last class as a junior at the CP National Horse Show last night, Milford resident Morgan Ward is set for a bigger role in the family horse business at their Pittstown stable....
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Traurig brings intensive jumping workshop to N.J.
Former top show jumper Bernie Traurig, who offers clinics with a major video component, is stepping it up in Monmouth County with an immersion workshop similar to something he has been doing at home...
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Jerseyans make their mark at U.S. Dressage Finals
Garden State riders earned a bundle of championship and reserve titles at the Kentucky Horse Park, where they competed with entries from across the country for honors at every level of the discipline....
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A new location for New Jersey's oldest show
The Monmouth County Horse Show is moving to the U.S. Equestrian Team Foundation's historic facility in Somerset County, where it is being reinvented. The Gladstone Horse Show was the first hunter...
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Volunteering's a mission for Branchburg rider
At age 62, Debra Tomajko juggles working as a nurse, caring for her horses and volunteering in several capacities for the Eastern States Dressage and Combined Training Association. Debra Tomajko of...
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The farm that was Snowbird is flying again
Well-known equestrian facility in Morris County that once hosted dozens of shows prior to falling on hard times is being rejuvenated and refurbished by an energetic new owner. Jean Haggas, president...
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Growing horse sport a focus of USHJA meeting
The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association passes several key initiatives, while three Jerseyans are honored at the group's convention in Florida. Nicole Cinelli of Allendale, who divides her time between her...
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The Essex Horse Trials will ride again
A much-loved eventing competition that hasn't been held since 1998 is returning to the Somerset Hills as part of an initiative that's expected to grow. Essex Horse Trials at Moorland Farms organizers...
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Farewell but not goodbye for a longtime columnist
After more than four decades, Nancy Jaffer's equestrian sports column will no longer run in The Star-Ledger. But there is good news for those who follow it; the column will continue on her website....
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