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Hunter and Trail Paces: Another Way to Go
Paces, which require less time and money than showing, are increasing in number around the state and offering opportunities for all kinds of riders to enjoy a competitive outing A Moment in Time...
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Sussex County Horse Show and Fair Disagree About Finances
As the Sussex County Horse Show prepares to celebrate its 75th anniversary, it is locked in a dispute with the New Jersey State Fair, a situation that show supporters say puts the future of the...
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Miniature Horses Offer Big Rewards
Miniatures provide an answer for folks who want a "horse fix" but can't afford a full-size animal. Several New Jersey shows offer chances to compete this spring and summer with the minis. Harry...
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Halpin is the One to Watch at Rolex Kentucky
Jerseyan is the top-placed American at the Western Hemisphere's only 4-star-rated three-day event Nancy Jaffer/for The Star-LedgerSinead Halpin of Branchburg stands fourth on Manoir de Carneville at...
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Halpin is the One to Watch at Rolex Kentucky
Branchurg rider is the top American in the standings at the USA's only three-day event Nancy Jaffer/for The Star-LedgerSinead Halpin of Branchburg stands fourth on Manoir de Carneville at the Rolex...
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Branchburg Eventer Attains Championship Status at Rolex Kentucky
Sinead Halpin ends an impressive 4-star debut as the highest placed American rider in one of the world's great three-day events Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerA fault-free round in show jumping at...
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USA's Top Show Jumping Rider Wins at Garden State
McLain Ward, who has had victories all over the world, took the grand prix at New Jersey's largest horse show for the first time since 2000 Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerMcLain Ward won the $40,000...
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Some Find Luck at Jersey Fresh
Only half the leaders from dressage are able to retain their edge during a day of ups and downs at the Horse Park of New Jersey Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerCanada's Rebecca Howard and Roquefort...
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Jersey Fresh Is a Hit
The state's biggest three-day event wrapped up with the leaders from cross-country in three of four divisions emerging with victories Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerDoug Payne took a dunking in a...
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Emerging Athletes Program Is An Opportunity for Young Riders
Aspirants under 21 from three states come to New Jersey to learn from Olympic gold medalist as part of U.S. Hunter Jumper Association Initiative Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerMelanie Smith Taylor...
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Back in the Spotlight at the ESDCTA Dressage Show
Competition at the Horse Park of New Jersey offers updates on two well-known horses as well as a look at up-and-coming mounts, but Canada's Ashley Holzer can't be beaten Nancy Jaffer/For The...
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Jerseyans Shine at Devon Show
From the jumpers to the hunters and saddlebreds, Garden State entries do well at one of the country's most prestigious competitions Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerLaura Chapot of Neshanic Station...
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Halpin Enjoys New Stature Post-Rolex Kentucky
Now it's time for Branchburg eventer to point toward Burghley and the London Olympics while staying on course with the training regimen that brought her great success this spring Nancy Jaffer/For The...
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Dressage Enthusiasts Will Have Plenty to See at Gladstone
The national championships later this summer are going to offer an opportunity for Jerseyans to watch top-level dressage close to home Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerSteffen Peters, the top-ranked...
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Freestyle is the Ticket to Dressage Popularity
An evening of musical freestyles in Gladstone next month may be the first step to an even bigger annual competition Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerAn evening of dressage freestyles will be added to...
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Take a Ride Along the Canal for a Different Type of Competition
Competitive trail riding doesn't require expensive clothes or a fancy horse; all it takes is the desire to enjoy the countryside with like-minded equestrians Hugh Mac Donald/For The Star-LedgerThe...
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New Jersey Leads the Way for the Quarter Horse Association
The Texas-based American Quarter Horse Association and its national youth group look to Sparta for their presidents Abigail Pait of Sparta is the new president of the American Quarter Horse Youth...
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Coach Worries About the Outlook for U.S. Show Jumping Internationally
Declining standards at home mean problems abroad for Nations' Cup jumpers, says George Morris Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerU.S.Show Jumping Coach George Morris is worried about American prospects...
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Team of Dressage Coaches Grooms Candidates for the Podium
U.S. effort to strengthen the high performance "bench" in the discipline is geared to pay off with medals Nancy Jaffer/For The Star-LedgerU.S. Developing Dressage Coach Debbie McDonald gives pointers...
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Jerseyans Show Their Prowess at Pony Club Festival
Garden State representatives demonstrated sportsmanship and horsemanship as well as riding ability at the Kentucky Horse Park The New Jersey Pony Club crew was a strong force at their national...
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