10/28/2026
Every accomplishment we celebrate in this sport is built on a partnership with a horse who gives us far more than we could ever repay. They share in our struggles, help us reach goals they could never understand, and give us their whole hearts in return for so little. To be trusted with that kind of heart is one of the greatest privileges of being a rider.
I have never met a horse with a heart quite like Bravo’s. When he came to me, he had been out of work for nearly two years. We spent countless months rebuilding, learning, and working toward the FEI level together. Through patience, consistency, and a lot of hard work, we got to Prix St. Georges, finishing the season just one score shy of my Silver Medal. While I would have loved to cross that finish line this year, I am incredibly proud of what we have accomplished. The partnership we built and the growth we have experienced together mean more to me than any ribbon or medal ever could.
Thank you to Ainsley Cronin for trusting me with Bravo. The horse he is today is a reflection of the time, care, and love you invested in him over the years. It has been such a privilege to build on the foundation you created.
To the team at North Bridge Equine Associates, thank you for your thoughtful care, advocacy, and genuine investment in our progress. You have been so much more than our vets; you have been our teammates and I feel incredibly fortunate to have you in our corner.
HADFIELD | HORSE TRAINING, thank you for holding me to a higher standard and for teaching me to think more critically and ride more thoughtfully. Because of your mentorship, I have become a stronger horsewoman and a better instructor, and I am deeply grateful for all you continue to teach me.
This year reinforced a lesson I hope to pass on to my students: meaningful progress takes time, and true partnership cannot be rushed. It is built day by day, in the quiet moments no one sees, in the rides when things don’t come easily, and in the patience and perseverance it takes to keep showing up. 🤍
