Josh looks so good I just must shout out Doc’s Hemp again for keeping him comfortable enough to look like THIS at 29!

A massive round of applause to all my amazing students who fearlessly took on the wind and rain at The Maryland Horse Trials III & Area II Championships at Loch Moy! Your dedication and hard work throughout the show season have truly paid off, and I could not be more proud!

I also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the incredible show staff and volunteers. Without your hard work and dedication, these events simply wouldn’t be possible.

10/6-8: The Maryland Horse Trials III & Area II Championships (Adamstown, MD)

• Ron Abrams with The Godfather: 11th in Beginner Novice Rider
• Dayna Blumel with Row the Boat: 8th in Open Beginner Novice
• Brooke Burchianti with Cooley Constellation: 12th in Open Training
• Rebecca Lee with Elton B: 3rd in Area II Open Modified Championships
• Jeannette Lussi with Rock’N Ranger: 9th in Area II Open Beginner Novice Championships
• Erin Murphy with Moatrea Cooley on the Con: 2nd in Open Modified
• Nan Schumaker with La Cosa Nostra: 2nd in Area II Open Novice Championships
• Curran Simpson with RF Cosmos: 8th in Area II Open Novice Championships

It’s been an incredible couple of weeks for Stephen Bradley Eventing, filled with outstanding performances!

Two weekends ago at Unionville International, Brooke Burchianti and Cooley Space Grey secured a stellar fifth-place finish in the CCI4-S, while Rebecca Lee and Elton B showcased their prowess with a fantastic fourth place in the CCI1-S-A.

At the Marlborough Starter Horse Trials, Brittany had some great rides. And she ended the weekend with a second place in Training Horse with Island Nominee and fifth place with Rosie in Beginner Novice.

I’m thrilled also to announce that Katherine Rizzo made a triumphant return to the show ring at the Marlborough Starter Horse Trials after overcoming a broken foot. She finished fourth on Red in Introductory.

Out at Old Tavern Horse Trials, Jeannette Lussi and Rock’N’Ranger secured a fantastic win in Senior Novice Rider. Congratulations to Erin Murphy who finished with a fourth place with Hemisphere in Open Beginner Novice and fifth place with Traditional Hat Man. And finally big shout out to Molly Sherman and Winsome’s third place in Preliminary Rider!

I was also out at Old Tavern with Peter Foley’s Boston, and I must say, Boston put in some confident work. It’s a privilege to work with such a talented horse.

I want to express my sincere gratitude to all the show staff and volunteers who make these events possible. Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed.

To all of Team SSB, I applaud your unwavering commitment and the remarkable support you offer each other!!!

9/30-10/1: Old Tavern Horse Trials (The Plains, VA) 

• Stephen with Boston (owned by Peter Foley): 10th in Novice Horse 
• Brooke Burchianti with …
  • Cooley Constellation: 14th in Open Training 
  • Summer Fantasy: 8th in Open Beginner Novice    
• Jeannette Lussi with Rock’N Ranger: 1st in Sr. Novice Rider 
• Erin Murphy with …
  • Hemisphere: 4th in Open Beginner Novice  
  • Traditional Hat Man: 5th in Beginner Novice Horse  
• Molly Sherman with Winsome: 3rd in Preliminary Rider 
• Allyson Thomas with Queen of the North: 8th in Sr. Training Rider 

9/30: Marlborough Starter Horse Trials (Upper Marlboro, MD) 

• Britt Hebets-Miller with …
  • Island Nominee: 2nd in Training  
  • Rosie: 5th in Beginner Novice 
• Katherine Rizzo with Red: 4th in Introductory 
• Skyeler Voss with Nautical 54: 6th in Novice-B  

9/21-24: Unionville International (Unionville, PA) 

• Brooke Burchianti with Cooley Space Grey: 5th in CCI4*-S  
• Rebecca Lee with Elton B: 4th in CCI1*-S—A  

One of the coolest things about riding in the new Voltaire Design saddle is Equisense!

Equisense offers real-time insights into your horse’s movement and performance. It’s like having a personal trainer for your horse. With the Equisense Inside app, you can track and analyze your rides, receive detailed reports, and even anticipate potential lameness issues.

Horses are athletes, and like any athlete, they deserve the best care and training. Equisense helps us achieve that by providing us with accurate data and actionable insights. It’s about enhancing performance, optimizing training, and ensuring the well-being of our four-legged teammates.

Josh – retirement looks good on you! And so much of that is thanks to Doc’s Hemp for keeping this old man comfortable and happy so that he can enjoy his golden years!

Taking care of our equine partners is always my top priority. They work tirelessly for us, performing at their peak, and safeguarding their well-being is non-negotiable. Vigilance against ulcers is crucial, and I’m thrilled to say that the Haygain steamer has been a game-changer in maintaining their gastric health. By steaming their hay, we’ve seen remarkable improvements. The HayGain steamer has become an essential tool in our stable, ensuring that our horses stay happy and healthy. And coupled with U-Gard from Manna Pro Horse , we’re focused on maintaining gut health and overall wellness.

A big congratulations to Skyeler on her fantastic win with Argyle in the Advanced Combined Test at the Five Point Horse Trials in Raeford, NC. Way to go Skyeler! Happy fall season, everyone!

Back on Track USA isn’t just a brand, it’s a way of ensuring the well-being of my team, from horses to our loyal canine companions. The therapeutic benefits of Back On Track products have been a game-changer in our training and recovery routines. Seeing Artie enjoying the same benefits makes me so happy!