February 5, 2020 – Adequan® U.S. Para-Dressage Team and U.S. Athletes Dominate in Florida

January 23, 2020 – Hope Hand Awarded The Pegasus Medal of Honor

January 23, 2020

February 13, 2020 – Announcing the Para Dressage Virtual National Judging Program

February 11, 2020

February 5, 2020 – Adequan® U.S. Para-Dressage Team and U.S. Athletes Dominate in Florida

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Adequan® U.S. Para-Dressage Team and U.S. Athletes Dominate in Florida

Roxanne Trunnell (USA) and Sydney Collier (USA) earn Championships

Photos and press by: Lindsay Y. McCall

Wellington, FL – February 5, 2020 – Twenty two horse and rider combinations competed at the 2020 Adequan Global Dressage Festival 3 CPEDI3*, January 21-24. Para-Dressage riders from Canada, Mexico, Republic of South Africa, and USA, rode to top placings in the International Ring at the Global Dressage Festival in beautiful Wellington, Florida. In the Team competition the Adequan® U.S. Para-Dressage Team, led by chef d’equipe Michel Assouline, earned the championship over Canada. The U.S. Team included Beatrice de Lavalette (Lake Worth Beach, Fla.) in Grade II riding Duna, a 12-year-old Dutch Warmblood mare she co-owns with Elizabeth de Lavalette and Nicolas de Lavalette; Rebecca Hart (Loxahatchee, Fla.), in Grade III, with El Corona Texel, an 11-year-old Dutch Warmblood gelding owned by Rowan O’Riley; Marie Vonderheyden (Wellington, Fla.) in Grade I and London Swing, an 18-year-old Hanoverian gelding owned by Eleanor Brimmer and Liza MacMillan; and Roxanne Trunnell (Wellington, Fla.) in Grade I, and Dolton an eight-year-old Hanoverian gelding owned by Flintwoode Farms LLC and Karin Flint. Trunnell also earned the individual championship with her 77.738% in the FEI Grade I Team Test, 78.572% in the FEI Grade I Individual Test, and the highest score of the show a 81.878% in the FEI Grade I Freestyle Test, resulting in an overall of 77.699%. This was Trunnell’s second consecutive championship at the Global Dressage Festival in 2020. During the January 8-11, CPEDI3* Trunnell earned multiple scores over 81%. Taking home the reserve championship was Sydney Collier and the Hanoverian All in One, owned by Going for Gold LLC. Collier, also in Grade I averaged a score of 73.384%. The US Para-Dressage riders have an intense year ahead as they prepare for the 2020 Paralympics in Tokyo August 27-August 31.

Champion Para-Dressage athlete Roxanne Trunnell noted, “Karin Flint’s Dolton was such a superstar at the ADGF 3 CPEDI3*. I was a little worried how he would handle another CPEDI so soon after the last one but he handled it like a champ. On the first day we started off with another solid test but I had gotten so excited about it while going down the final centerline that I was not as strong with my aids for the final halt resulting in the halt not being square. The second day I could feel that the back to back shows were catching up to him and I just didn’t have as much horse under me as I usually do. I had to use a lot of leg during that ride but it was once again a wonderful test and we nailed that final halt.”

She recalled her freestyle under the lights, “I love our freestyle and I think Dolton does too so my only concern was that he didn’t get startled by the scoreboard like he did during the first CPEDI. He didn’t even give it any attention so I was very very pleased with, since this was only the second time he’s showed under the lights.”

During the next few months building up to the Tryon CPEDI3* in June 2020. Trunnell and Dolton will continue to show at the Global Dressage Festival National shows while training at Helgstrand Dressage.”

Reserve champion rider Sydney Collier will also be attending the National Shows in Wellington following her successful CPEDI3* with All In One, owned by Going for Gold LLC. Collier expressed, “We were in the zone more than ever at this CPEDI3*. I am so proud of Alle for going into the ring at global and owning it., He is such a special horse in that he really takes any situation in stride and loves showing. I am so lucky to have found him and have had an opportunity to get him because of Georgina (Bloomberg, owner Going for Gold LLC). I don’t even have words to explain how grateful I am for all for these opportunities in Wellington that have opened up since all of these people have joined my team.”

Collier continued, “I had so much fun at this show. Honestly anytime I get to show any horse it is a blast but even more so with Alle because he is so special. He really looks forward to going into the ring. My trainer Katie Robicheaux and I have been working to master my geometry which was something I struggled with for years due to my vision. At this show my geometry was one of my stronger points but there is further room for improvement. I was also proud of our halts since in a walk test there are three of them and they weigh heavily on the total score. Alle is a great horse and I love his walk quality. A great walk was one gait that we searched hard for in each horse until we found him. It is a beautiful walk to ride in and out of the show ring. Horses are either born with a walk or they aren’t. It’s not a gait you can fix or create.”

Collier like Roxanne Trunnell is on her way as she aims at the Tokyo Paralympics. Collier added, “As Alle and I move along this pathway to Tokyo I remain dedicated to my goal of helping the US Team win the gold medal for America. Bringing this medal back to the USA would proudly represent every person who has stood behind the three horses and riders on their way to the podium. From the farrier, veterinarians, grooms, sponsors, support staff to our Federation, the teams that stand behind each horse and rider are the dedicated individuals who make success possible for our country at the Games.”

Following the national shows at Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Florida, Collier will head North to prepare for the summer.

Collier acknowledged, “I would like to thank Georgina Bloomberg for giving me the opportunity to ride, my sponsors Kastel Denmark, TheraPlate, Evermore Pet Foods, Dressage Sport Boots, Romitelli Boots, Equicizer, NupaFeed, Respond systems, OnTyte, Sport Horse Saddlery, Massage Sport Boots, Stacey Bradley Designs, Mastermind Equestrian, Flex Sticks, Eco Vet, and everyone who is a part of our team.”

Trunnell, Collier, and all of the U.S. international para-dressage riders aiming at the Tokyo Paralympics are looking forward to the next few months before selection of the U.S. Team and heading down centerline in Tokyo scheduled August 2020.

RESULTS:

Adequan Global Dressage Festival 3 CPEDI3* January 21-24, 2020, in Wellington, Florida.

USA Team Champion

Roxanne Trunnell and Dolton

Marie Vonderheyden and London Swing

Beatrice de Lavalette and Duna

Rebecca Hart and El Corona Texel

Canada Team

Jody Schloss and Lieutenant Lobin

Winona Hartvikson and Onyx

Lauren Barwick and Sandrino

Lee Garrod and Question

Overall Champion

Roxanne Trunnell and Dalton 77.699 USA

Reserve Champion

Sydney Collier and All in One 73.384 USA

Grade I

Name of Rider, Name of Horse, Country, Total Overall Score

1. Roxanne Trunnell and Dalton, USA, 77.699

2.Sydney Collier and All in One, USA, 73.384

3. Marie Vonderheyden and London Swing, USA, 72.165

4.Winona Hartvikson and Onyx, CAN, 71.195

5. David Botana and Lord Locksley, USA, 70.082

6. Jody Schloss and Lieutenant Lobin, CAN, 69.612

Grade II

1. Beatrice de Lavalette and Duna, USA, 69.732

2. Alanna Flax-Clark and El Paso, USA, 67.592

3. Erika Baitenmann and Leonora, MEX, 66.831

4. Jason Surnoski and Phoenix, CAN, 66.828

5. Mia Rodier- Dawallo and Delegada X, USA, 63.601

6. Erika Baitenmann and Fite, MEX, 50.547

Grade III

1. Lauren Barwick and Sandrino, CAN, 70.576

2. Rebecca Hart and El Corona Texel, USA, 70.463

3. Meghan Benge and Zoey, USA, 63.654

4. Ignacio Trevino Fuerte and Solemne Mor, MEX, 63.247

5. Rebecca Hart and Fortune 500, USA, 55.274

6. Meghan Benge and Worth the Trip, USA, 48.329

Grade V

1. Cayla Van Der Walt and Daturo, RSA, 67.236

2. Lee Garrod and Question, CAN, 66.996

3. Courtney Burns and Vicky, USA, 63.123

4. Cynthia Screnci and Riccione, USA, 64.034

About The United States Para-Equestrian Association

United States Para-Equestrian Association Mission Statement

To Help Develop, Promote, Support, and Sustain all USA Para Equestrian Athletes for Regional, National, and International Competition with a focus on Paralympic Equestrian Sport.

United States Para-Equestrian Association Vision Statement

The vision of the United States Para Equestrian Association (USPEA) is to provide leadership for equestrian sport in the United States of America for athletes with an eligible physical impairment, promoting the pursuit of excellence from the grass roots to the Paralympic Games, based on a foundation of fair, safe competition and the welfare of its horses, and embracing this vision, to be the best national Para Equestrian Association in the world.

About USPEA

The United States Para-Equestrian Association (USPEA) includes every recognized equestrian discipline that is practiced by athletes with an eligible physical impairment with a focus on Paralympic Equestrian Sports. . The USPEA is a network of current and past athletes, owners, officials, event organizers, and equestrian enthusiasts. The Association assists athletes to get involved and expand their knowledge and experience in the Disciplines of Para-Equestrian.

USPEA was created to fill a need to assist Para Equestrian disciplines when they came under the governance of the FEI. While Para Equestrian disciplines were originally segregated, they now are integrated in international sport. As each individual Para Equestrian discipline develops, it is USPEA’s mission to always serve as an advisory resource with the ultimate goal that the established able-bodied discipline affiliate will integrate within their organization.

In 2010, the USPEA earned its 501 (c)(3) status and became a recognized International affiliate association of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) working together to grow the FEI recognized disciplines by helping to provide press, educational information, symposiums and competition opportunities for athletes with eligible physical impairments.

For more information about the USPEA please visit www.USPEA.org or contact USPEA President: Hope Hand by e-mail: hope@uspea.org or by phone: (610)356-6481.

The USPEA is a USEF Recognized National Affiliate. The USEF International High Performance Programs are generously supported by the USET Foundation, USOC, and USEF Sponsors and Members. For more information please visit US Equestrian at https://www.usef.org/compete/disciplines/para-equestrian.

To view an online version of this press release please visit: https://uspea.org/category/recent-uspea-press-news/

Media Contact:

Name: Lindsay Y. McCall

Email address: Lindsay@uspea.org

Photos and Articles Copyright(c) 2018 United States Para-Equestrian Association. All Rights Reserved. If you have received this e-mail and no longer wish to receive any e-mails regarding the USPEA please click on the Unsubscribe link below. USPEA will only send e-mails that are news related to the USPEA.

January 23, 2020 – Hope Hand Awarded The Pegasus Medal of Honor

February 13, 2020 – Announcing the Para Dressage Virtual National Judging Program

January 23, 2020 – Hope Hand Awarded The Pegasus Medal of Honor

February 13, 2020 – Announcing the Para Dressage Virtual National Judging Program

Related posts

USPEA Launches Educational Video Series for New and Emerging Para-Dressage Athletes with Support from USA Equestrian Trust Grant

December 27, 2024 -USPEA Congratulates the 2024 Recipients of the Jonathan Wentz Memorial Classification Grant