We’re so excited to be showing again, both in Ocala and at home. Mimi Abel Smith’s Erika Louvo won the Training Horse-A section over Valentine’s weekend at the Ocala Winter Horse Trials!
2/12-14: Ocala Winter I Horse Trials (Ocala, FL)
Stephen with Mimi Abel Smith’s Carrera 75: 5th in Open Training-B
Stephen with Mimi Abel Smith’s Erika Louvo: 1st in Training Horse-A
Anna Fitzhugh with former sale horse Loreto: 4th in Intermediate Rider
1/23-24: Grand Oaks Horse Trials (Ocala, FL)
Anna Fitzhugh with former sale horse Loreto: 1st in Preliminary Rider
1/17: Bascule Farm Dressage Schooling Show (Poolesville, MD)
Margaret McKelvy with Stilts: 65.972% and 70.000% in First Level, Test 3
It’s with great sadness that we share the passing of our beloved From.
Stephen and From, a 1993 Russian Thoroughbred, traveled the world together, including being on the Gold Medal team at the 2007 Pan American Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He completed the Kentucky CCI4* (now 5*) three times, placing 5th in 2004 and 9th in 2008. Throughout it all, he was always cheered on by his supportive owner Charlotte Harris, and his best friend and stablemate Brandenburg’s Joshua.
“From had a personality that was as big as his talent. I am so thankful to have been a part of his life, and am grateful to everyone that made that possible.” Stephen recalls, “Even when they were both competing at the highest level, From and Brandenburg’s Joshua were always turned out together and traveled together. Having them both going at the same time was one of the highlights of my career.”
From was so lucky to have Tracy Mathews caring for him for the past several years. While he was initially meant to be Tracy’s partner in the hunter ring, he made himself at home in her barn and never left.
Tracy shared, “From was a legend for sure, and hands down the nicest horse I have ever had the pleasure of riding. Many thanks to Stephen and Charlotte for entrusting me with this special horse for so many years.”
And we would all like to thank Dr. Theiss for her quick response when From started to colic, and making his passing peaceful.
Go hug your horses today! And if you have a favorite From memory, please share!
Well done to everyone this week at the MDHT Derby, and thank you Santa for taking the time to come say hello and get a little riding in before the big day!! Hope Mr. Goodbar was a gentleman!
12/5-6: MDHT Donation Derby (Adamstown, MD)
Megan Hopkins with Mr. Goodbar: 15th in Jr. Beginner Novice
Rebecca Lee with Tiz That: 7th in Beginner Novice
Cyndy Mackey with Seattle Reign: 16th in Novice
Megan Reuwer with Some Me Time: 11th in Novice
Stephanie Senserini with Monbeg Icon: 10th in Novice
Join us in Ocala this winter season! Stephen has a couple of spots available for you and your horse, or just your horse if you’re not able to be there the whole time. Send Stephen an email to talk options! We’d love to have you join us! Email ssbradleyeventing@gmail.com for details and pricing.
On what should have been Fair Hill International weekend, a few of our students enjoyed the gorgeous weather at The Maryland Horse Trials and nearby Hunt Club Farms. Next up is Waredaca this weekend, followed by The Virginia Horse Trials.
10/17-18: The Maryland Starter Trials (Adamstown, MD)
Megan Hopkins with Mr. Goodbar: 5th in Jr. Beginner Novice-Sat
Margaret McKelvy with Runsonstilts: 3rd in Training-B
10/17: Hunt Club Farms Horse Trials (Berryville, VA)
