Wellington Dressage Classic - exclusive videos!
Friday, February 19, 2010
Our time at the Wellington Dressage Classic in Florida was anything but boring. A big storm destroyed our tent during the competitors' party. No worries...Grand Prix rider Shannon Dueck and Maryann Shingler came to the rescue and all our inventory was saved! The wonderful show organizers lent us another tent and we were in business the next morning.
On the dressage side of things, We had the chance to witness multiple wins by riders in Ecogold saddle pads...and a very special performance by Shannon Dueck and her fabulous new mare Ayscha, in their first Grand Prix Freestyle, to the crowd’s delight (see video!). Shannon was riding with a broken hand, which is even more incredible. This team will be one to watch!
Canada’s top rider Ashley Holzer and Pop Art won both the Grand Prix and the Grand Prix Special. The pair, unbeaten in the Wellington Dressage series this year, will take a break from competition until the spring.
Also, two great wins from talented upcoming riders Krystalann Shingler riding Tividor (Intermediaire I) and Jaimie Holland with Fleurina (FEI Young Rider Class and Freestyle). Enjoy the videos!
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Shannon Dueck and Ayscha - Grand Prix Freestyle |
Ashley Holzer and Pop Art - Grand Prix Special |
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Ashley Holzer and Pop Art - Grand Prix |
Jacqueline Brooks and Balmoral - Grand Prix Freestyle |
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Krystalann Shingler and Tividor - Intermediaire I |
Jaimie Holland and Fleurina - FEI Young Rider Freestyle |
Hawley Bennett carries Olympic Torch for Vancouver 2010
Tuesday, February 9, 2010
On Monday evening, ECOGOLD sponsored event rider Hawley Bennett realized a dream by carrying the Olympic Torch for the 2010 Vancouver Winter Games.
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It was an emotional night for Hawley, an Olympian herself, having represented Canada at the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, with long-time partner Livingstone: “Carrying the Olympic Torch is something I have dreamed of doing since 1988 when I saw Rick Hanson carry the torch down Hwy 1 for the Calgary winter Olympics. Thank you to all of my friends and family for the support over the years!! This just shows that dreams... do come true!!!”
Hawley rides in Ecogold's Secure Saddle pads and Cross-country boots. Click here to view: Hawley Bennett's complete profile in our Hall of Champions.