Equestrian Sport
USDF Announces 2009 Hall of Fame Inductees
The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) will induct Linda Zang and Brentina into the Roemer Foundation/USDF Hall of Fame (HOF) at the Salute Gala and Annual Awards Banquet, on December 4, 2009, during the Adequan/USDF Annual Convention in Austin, TX. From USDF. Read more >>
Kostolany Trakehner Stallion of the Year
The Trakehner major sire Kostolany is the “Stallion of the Year” in 2009. From WBFSH. Read more >>
Sheik enters endurance test
Dubai ruler Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and his son, Sheik Majid, will compete for the United Arab Emirates team in next Wednesday’s Kentucky Cup Endurance race. From The Louisville Courier-Journal. Read more >>
In Other News
Secretariat’s story heading to big screen
In an era defined by a dispiriting war and a surreal Washington scandal, Secretariat gave Americans and their bruised psyche something to cheer about when the big thoroughbred captured the Triple Crown in 1973. From The Associated Press. Read more >>
Cavalia Extends Stay In Nation’s Capital
Those who may have missed out on the regular run of Cavalia, a distinctly unusual theatrical event featuring both human and equestrian dance and acrobatics, there is good news. From Leesburg Today. Read more >>
Roy Rogers-Dale Evans Museum to close in Branson
The owners of the Roy Rogers-Dale Evans Museum in Branson announced that it will close in December. From The News-Tribune. Read more >>
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