Caitlin Hunter at Smith

In the world of Smith Equestrian, we had our first show (our home show!) this past Saturday. I got 2nd intermediate over fences and 5th on the intermediate flat. At our UMass show I pointed out into Open over fences and qualified for regionals this spring! The team is great, we're 20 strong this year, we're ranked 3rd in our region but then again we've only had one show.
Bubbles is doing fantastic, and is happily terrorizing the barn as usual. His eye looks great, and he's going wonderfully under saddle and was perfect the first time I jumped him around since August!
As far as college goes, I'm a biochemistry major and I'm also pre vet. I've started looking at vet schools, and would like to be some sort of exotic animal vet (either in zoos or wildlife rehabilitation centers). I'd like to be an anthropology minor if I have time for it, but I'm not sure if that will happen. I don't have time for much else besides riding and working, but I do manage to have fun.

Andrea Fieger at Colorado University

While staying in Colorado this summer, I tested out the jumper world on a borders horse at the CU coach's barn. Wise Guy (Romeo) and I did the low jumpers in the local Colorado circuit. We had some serious learning experiences and some very successful trips as well. I learned a lot in the jumpers and look forward to playing with it more!
In the college realm, I have had a busy year as President of the CU Equestrian team. Our first horse show Oct 1,2,3 included 3 shows in one weekend. I made my debut in open flat, placing 2, 3 and 4th. I won my intermediate fences class on one of the days as well. On the first day I tied for high point rider with two other people.
CU also made an awesome debut winning the show all three days.

Cassandra Otis at the Equestrian Talent Search

Banbury Cross would like to congratulate Cassandra Otis (pictured here at Ludwig's Corner on her horse Emma, photo taken by Spring Tree Photography) on a wonderful weekend at the Equestrian Talent Search at the Delaware Valley College Equestrian Center run by Beckett Run Inc. She was 2nd on the flat, 1st in jumping, and Champion for her division!! We are so proud!!
The first weekend in October, Middle and High school students from around the country participated in this college prepatory event. Friday evening was the informational session including explanations of the different collegiate riding associations, how to get recruited for college riding, what college coaches really want to see from prospects and a question and answer session with college coaches. Saturday's events were clinics given by the head clinician Jim Arrigon of Xavier University and Cory Kieschnick of DelVal. Also there was a college search seminar Saturday evening. Sunday was a collegiate format horse show for students to compete on DVC's horses, utilizing what they learned from their lessons the day before.

Horse Power for Life is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization, whose mission is to improve the physical and emotional quality of life for individuals affected by cancer by providing a 16-week educational and recreational horsemanship program for patients of all ages and one family member. Our goal is to help families living with cancer focus on their minds, bodies, and souls, rather than the disease while learning about horses in an atmosphere of professionalism, teamwork, and fun. Horse Power for Life's program is located in Chester County at Banbury Cross, Ltd, in Glenmoore, PA http://www.banburycrossltd.com/. This location allows us to target cancer patients from the Chester, Montgomery, Delaware and Philadelphia counties. Since its inception in August 2007, Horse Power for Life has positively impacted the lives of over 60 people. We are currently looking for new students to join the program. Horse Power for Life will be hosting its 4th annual Pink Horse Shoe Gala & Silent Auction on April 9, 2011 at the Sheraton Great Valley. 100% of the money raised will go back into the organization so we can continue to provide services to families living with cancer. Please call 484-341-8393 or visit our website http://www.horsepowerforlife.org/ for more information.

September Horse Shows!

Looking back at the September horse shows, we want to congratulate everyone on a really fun Ludwig's Corner Horse Show! There were many ribbons won by all but mostly everyone had so much fun! It was Casey's last time riding, until after her baby is born in January, and she went out with a bang placing 4th on Halaine Lussier's Special Kinda Guy in the Classic! Thank you Halaine for a fun last ride for a while!
Yesterday we spent the day at Radnor for the SPCA Benefit Horse Show. Although it rained for most of the day, we had fun as usual and received lots of ribbons. Gabby and Lord Nelson won a really neat schooling pad for being Reserve Champion in the Short Stirrup Hunters. Congratulations! Congrats to the rest of the BC Crew who showed; Shiree and Bobby, Barbara R and Jack, Barbara B and Harvey, Lynda and Barre, Denise and Guy, and Gabby and Early!
Look for new pictures coming to the website and new links as well! Happy Fall!

Recent Sales!

Congratulations to Tina Jemison on the purchase of Brodie (pictured here with Casey at Devon) and to Bonnie Warwick on the purchase of Frankie! We are so excited for the future of these two new relationships and are so glad that these wonderful horses are a part of the Banbury Cross Family.

We Will Miss You Becca!

Becca Smith has dedicated the last 10 years to teaching beginner and intermediate riders here at Banbury Cross. Her talents have helped many children and adults pursue their riding goals, whether that be learning to post or going to their first horse show.

Becca has also been instrumental in organizing our incredible summer camp at Banbury Cross, which has been a wonderful experience for so many children over the years. Our summer camp is such a big part of the family like atmosphere here at Banbury Cross!

Becca has recently made the decision to focus her energies towards her family and horses at her home, Stonecrop Farm. Even though Becca lives just around the corner, we will greatly miss Becca's wonderful, positive and fun personality at Banbury Cross. All of us at Banbury Cross wish Becca the best with her future endeavors at her Stonecrop Farm!