THE PHILIP SMITH MEMORIAL TROPHY EQUITATION CHAMPIONSHIPS

A history In 1969, George Morris visited South Africa to perform clinics in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Salisbury (Harare, Zimbabwe). At this stage in Southern Africa, a great variety of riding styles and theories were practised. This likely stemmed from the diverse sources of horsemanship; namely, farming, military and imported techniques from Europe. However, it…

BylizzieMarch 30, 20260Comments

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AN INTRODUCTION TO EQUITATION

Becoming the best rider you can be Text: Tana Scott The word ‘equitation’ was originally used to refer to the overall position or style of the rider when in the saddle. The original meaning of this word was then taken to create the discipline called (you guessed it) Equitation. Equitation, which can be ridden by riders of…

BylizzieNovember 5, 20250Comments

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THE PHILIP SMITH CONTENDERS – OLIVIA ROBERTS

The four competitors for Philip Smith in 2025 were Hamza Minty from Kwa-Zulu-Natal (KZN), Rebecca Hudson-Peacock from the Western Cape, Alexandra Ric-Hansen from KZN, and Olivia Roberts from KZN. We caught up with the four of them ahead of the Philip Smith. OLIVIA ROBERTS HQ: Please tell us a bit about your equestrian background. When did you…

BylizzieMay 10, 20250Comments

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THE PHILIP SMITH CONTENDERS – ALEX RIC-HANSEN

The four competitors for Philip Smith in 2025 were Hamza Minty from Kwa-Zulu-Natal (KZN), Rebecca Hudson-Peacock from the Western Cape, Alexandra Ric-Hansen from KZN, and Olivia Roberts from KZN. We caught up with the four of them ahead of the Philip Smith. ALEX RIC-HANSEN HQ: Please tell us a bit about your equestrian background. Alex: I have…

BylizzieMay 9, 20250Comments

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THE PHILIP SMITH CONTENDERS – REBECCA HUDSON-PEACOCK

The four competitors for Philip Smith in 2025 were Hamza Minty from Kwa-Zulu-Natal (KZN), Rebecca Hudson-Peacock from the Western Cape, Alexandra Ric-Hansen from KZN, and Olivia Roberts from KZN. We caught up with the four of them ahead of the Philip Smith. REBECCA HUDSON-PEACOCK HQ: ⁠Please tell us a bit about your equestrian background. Rebecca: I’m lucky…

BylizzieMay 8, 20250Comments

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THE PHILIP SMITH CONTENDERS – HAMZA MINTY

The four competitors for Philip Smith in 2025 were Hamza Minty from Kwa-Zulu-Natal (KZN), Rebecca Hudson-Peacock from the Western Cape, Alexandra Ric-Hansen from KZN, and Olivia Roberts from KZN. We caught up with the four of them ahead of the Philip Smith Memorial Trophy Championship 2025. HAMZA MINTY HQ: ⁠Please tell us a bit about your…

BylizzieMay 7, 20250Comments

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EQUITATION AND THE PHILIP SMITH MEMORIAL TROPHY EQUITATION CHAMPIONSHIPS

A history Photography: Merlynn Trichardt from 2024 Philip Smith Memorial In 1969, George Morris visited South Africa to clinics in Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Salisbury (Harare, Zimbabwe). At this stage in Southern Africa, a great variety of riding styles and theories were practised. This likely stemmed from the diverse sources of horsemanship; namely farming, military and…

BylizzieMay 6, 20250Comments

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2024 IN REVIEW – PHILIP SMITH MEMORIAL EQUITATION CHAMPIONSHIPS

Photography: Merlynn Trichardt Photography One of the highlights of the Easter Festival hosted at Kyalami Equestrian Park each year is the Philip Smith Memorial Equitation Championships (PSM). This unique event is one that every aspiring young rider dreams to compete in, never mind win! History It is an event steeped in rich history, going back over 50…

BylizzieDecember 17, 20240Comments

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KATIE FRANCK – EQUITATION SUPERSTAR

Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne Photography: Merlynn Trichardt Photography This year has been exciting for Equitation in South Africa, with the sport growing nationally and some exceptional riders rising to the top across South Africa. One such rider who has had a flawless year in the Open classes is young Katie Franck, who for possibly the first time in…

BylizzieJanuary 18, 20240Comments

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THE LIQUID INTELLIGENT TECHNOLOGIES GAUTENG EQUITATION SERIES 2023

Text: Amelia Campbell-Horne When Equitation was first introduced to South Africa, it was not just to form another competitive discipline but also to educate riders and improve the general standard of riding throughout South Africa. As not all riders had access to coaching, Equitation aimed to educate through the competitions, and Bursary Courses were also held…

BylizzieDecember 28, 20230Comments

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