Get Ready for the New “Sport of Kings” Documentary Series
As an avid follower of polo, and after my recent interview with Nacho Figueras, one of its champion players, I’ve been keeping close tabs on everything related to the sport. In this case, I’m excited about the upcoming release of the feature documentary television series Sport of Kings which digs …
The History and Traditions of the Kentucky Derby
The Kentucky Derby is rightly known as “the most thrilling two minutes in sports.” About 170,000 spectators attend the event every year, with hundreds of thousands more watching from their TVs. The in-person crowds have included well-known celebs, from presidents to royals. The derby is designed for three-year-old Thoroughbreds which …
Donna Ewing: An Angel Among Us
Donna Ewing has been caring for animals since she was 10 years old, when she first released a dog whose collar had been nailed to a playhouse by other children.
40 Fabulous Years – The Hampton Classic Horse Show
Celebrating its 40th anniversary in spectacular style, the annual Hampton Classic Horse Show returned to Bridgehampton, New York with festivities kicking off on August 23rd. Since the landmark year of 1975, Olympic and Pan American Games medal winners have competed in this traditional equestrian event, which has only grown bigger and …
Yvonne Barteau Releases Manifesto from Horses’ Perspective
While you might expect a distinguished equestrian to have grown up immersed in horse culture, this is not the case of the renowned Yvonne Barteau. The expert rider was not even raised with pets.
Lamplight Equestrian Center: A Guiding Light For All Aspiring Riders
About 41 miles West of Chicago nestled in the little town of Wayne lies a world – class sportsman’s paradise: Lamplight Equestrian Center… even Mr. Ed would be jealous!
The 38th Annual Hampton Classic
Horse back riding aficionados from across the country and around the world recently gathered at one of the biggest and most prestigious horse shows in the U.S., 38th Annual Hampton Classic. Located in Bridgehampton, N.Y. this equestrian extravaganza is positioned on a 65-acre show ground, boasting six show rings and over 70 vendors.
Equestrian Connection’s Polo Cup 2013
Generous supporters of Equestrian Connection gathered on sunny Saturday, June 22nd at the 4th Annual Villa del Lago Equestrian Polo Cup charity event to benefit individuals (both young and old) with special needs. Enthusiastic horseback riding and polo aficionados gathered at Crab Tree Farm in Lake Bluff, Illinois.
Showplace Spring Spectacular at Lamplight Equestrian Center
Showplace Spring Spectacular a six-day equestrian extravaganza culminated on Sunday, June 16th at Lamplight Equestrian Center (in Wayne, IL) with the much anticipated U.S.E.F.
Chicago Polo Continues the Tradition on the Shores of Lake Michigan
Chicago’s polo history which is steeped in tradition dating back to June of 1876 was re-ignited at the inaugural beach polo tournament at North Ave. beach. Breathtaking was the view of Lake Michigan’s sandy shores as the sand was flying, the horses were cantering, vodka was flowing and the warm rays of the sun were shining down brightly on Lake Michigan.
