USPA International Cup

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]he United States will have one of its strongest lineups to challenge south Africa in the USPA International Cup next week Saturday, 28 November at the Grand Champions Polo Club. Teams Marc Ganzi in action Nic Roldan and Julio Arellano are the US’s top-rated players at eight goals. They will join seven-goaler, Jeff Hall, and top amateur,…

BylizzieNovember 20, 20150Comments

Horse Channel News Updates

Date set for L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate (LQP) 2016

The date of the 155th running of the L’Ormarins Queen’s Plate (LQP) – South Africa’s premier horseracing day – has been confirmed for Saturday, January 9, 2016, at Kenilworth Racecourse, guaranteeing a magnificent start to the year’s social calendar. LQP is once more set to be an exhilarating day of horse racing – the day’s 12-race…

BylizzieNovember 18, 20150Comments

Horse Channel Know How

Bandaging basics

There are a variety of reasons for bandaging, ranging from injuries that require support or protection to exercise bandages and stable bandages. Any supportive/medical bandaging should be done by a qualified person or under the supervision of your veterinarian, as bandaging too tight, too loose or unevenly can cause problems such as pressure points on tendons,…

BylizzieNovember 11, 20150Comments

Horse Channel Know How

Is bitless better?

There are advantages to going bitless beyond humanitarian considerations. Riders from all disciplines can benefit from using a non-permanent bitless bridle. The most glaring difference between bitless riding and traditional riding is, of course, the lack of a bit. Recently bitless riding has grown in popularity among knowledgeable, competitive equestrians. The origins of bitless riding trace back…

BylizzieNovember 5, 20150Comments

Horse Channel Horse Health Horse Training

Maintaining the older athlete

Gail's horse, Lindenberg, was a much-loved competitor on the SA circuit before his death at 19 Older horses are great. They’re schoolmasters so they’re pleasant to ride, they save riders from their mistakes, they know their job, and they will carry you to victory. While older horses do need slightly more maintenance than younger prospects, it…

BylizzieOctober 15, 20150Comments

Horse Channel News Updates

The first Equidome competition

The Equidome arena is of world class standard [dropcap]T[/dropcap]he Equidome opened its doors to the competitive equestrian community on Thursday 24 September. The The Equidome Heritage Day Extravaganza saw South Africa's competitors come from near and far to enjoy the brand new world class facility. Stan and Leoni Van Der Burgh are the pioneers behind the…

BylizzieSeptember 28, 20150Comments

Horse Channel News Updates

Galencia Derby 2015: Jeanne Engela

Jeanne and Investec Chanel van de Zeshoek Investors in show jumping play a huge role in the success of not only the sport, but also the rider. Jeanne Engela is sponsored by Investec Bank Ltd and says she is very privileged to be representing such a powerful brand. She has two horses – Investec Chanel van de…

BylizzieSeptember 28, 20150Comments

Horse Channel News Updates

Andrea Harrison dressage clinic

A Dressage Clinic was held on 12th,13th,14th,15th September, 2015 at Penndragon Equestrian Centre, Ruretse and was kindly hosted by Sean and Belinda Irish. The visiting instructor was Andrea Harrison and the clinic was subsidised by the Horse Society of Botswana. Thank you HSB. The cost of a forty minute lesson to the rider was BWP350.00. Andrea…

BylizzieSeptember 17, 20150Comments

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