Nancy Jaffer
EQUESTRIAN SPORTS
NEWS AND FEATURES
FROM NEW JERSEY AND BEYOND
Get a look at the new Duncraven
After months of refurbishing and renovations under the new ownership of the Stout family, Duncraven is ready for its close-up. The stable in Titusville, Mercer County, N.J., is holding an open house Oct. 1 from 4-7 p.m. to show off its re-do, from state-of-the-art...
German collects at Spruce Meadows
The $3 million (Canadian) CP International, presented by Rolex, went to German star Daniel Deusser on Killer Queen VDM after a jump-off today against Switzerland's Steve Guerdat (Venard de Cerissy) and Gilles Thomas of Belgium (Aretino 13). Daniel received his $1...
Guess who’s going to the Maclay finals?
The Region 2 Maclay championship today went to Jordan Gibbs, a Coloradan who trains with Stacia Madden of Colts Neck, N.J. Jordan led the top 33 from a field of 49 at Old Salem Farm who are eligibile to ride in the ASPCA Maclay Championship at the National Horse Show...
Ride on, Queen Elizabeth
My favorite photo of the Queen is this one, where she is galloping like the wind, her scarf slipped back on her head, looking into the distance with an awareness of the moment while leaving her cares behind. She is perfectly in control of her horse, while at the same...
HITS founder Struzzieri stepping back from his role
After more than 40 years heading HITS LLC, its founder, Tom Struzzieri will be leaving his post as chief executive officer at the end of the 2022 season, it was announced this morning. The organization, known for its hunter/jumper shows around the country, will be led...
Get ready for the tack sales
Are you looking for tack, horse blankets, boots, breeches, knick-knacks or other equestrian and farm items? Or do you want to get rid of same? Tack sales are gearing up in Hunterdon County to benefit therapeutic riding organizations. Now is the time to drop off items...
Monmouth County Hunt offers an opportunity for newcomers
Have you ever wondered what it would be like riding behind the hounds, crossing the beautiful countryside and taking jumps along the way? You've seen it in films and on video, now you can have a chance to try it yourself. The Monmouth County Hunt is offering an...
Show Jumping Nations Cup will remain a two-rounder
The Nations Cup of show jumping, a contest that epitomizes a country’s equestrian pride in its achievement, will continue as a two-round competition next year. The International Jumping Riders Club noted the FEI (international equestrian federation) has confirmed the...
Farewell to singles driver Bill Orth: UPDATE
Popular combined driving competitor Bill Orth, once one of the top single-horse drivers, died at the age of 90 on August 20 at his home in Eaton, N.Y. A native of New Jersey who once had a farm in Stockton, he did a lot of winning with a Morgan named Bentley and...
Tarjan tops in Grand Prix
Alice Tarjan, the alternate rider for the USA’s FEI world championships dressage squad, got an opportunity that she missed earlier this month in Herning, Denmark, to show what she and Serenade MF can do. They topped the Grand Prix at the U.S. Dressage Festival of...
