More News and Updates
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2015 Winter Show Season Update
Standalone capped off a very successful winter series this past weekend at The International Omaha Horse Show. Sam Pegg and Shaia de Macheo jumped two great rounds in the National Grand Prix classes, claiming a 6th place finish the first night and a 5th the second. Jessie Bonisteel’s Corrido made an impressive FEI debut alongside the resident old-timer Albion. Charlie Brown had an unlucky rail in the $55,000 Grand Prix, finishing 12th at the incredible venue that is set to host the World Cup Finals in 2017. With three horses competing in the International Division and one in the National Series, it was a busy weekend. A HUGE thank-you going out to Whitney Taylor and Jessie Bonisteel for helping make the magic happen behind the scenes in Omaha.
Earlier in the winter in Lake St. Louis, Charlie brown was piloted to victory by his owner Claire Radvanyi in numerous 1.30 Jr/Am classes as well as two top 12 placing in the January Grand Prix’s. Corrido and Albion claimed several top 5 spots throughout the $25,000 Grand Prix series, while the baby of the bunch Kayto rocked out in the 1.15m and 5 y/o classes. In February, Goa and Annie Lanzinger came home with a collection of ribbons, including a win in the Novice jumpers; Kelly O’keefe and Cabaret finished top three in several Modified Jr/Am classes and Whitney Taylor’s Quantum stepped up to jump (and win) in the 1.30’s.
Neil Badcock Crowned National Talent Squad Champion for 2015
After handily winning both rounds of the National Talent Squad at the Royal Winter Fair, Neil Badcock and Corrido were crowned overall champions. It was certainly an exciting weekend watching Neil and Corrido successfully navigate both rounds of the competition. Corrido, 7, handled the crowds and excitment at the Royal like a seasoned pro!
Busy and Successful Summer 2014 so Far
The summer 2014 show season has been both busy and successful for the Standalone team. Neil Badcock and Jessie Bonisteel’s Corrido have enjoyed several successful outings, including winning 3 classes at Palgrave in a row and coming second in the Talent Squad class at Angelstone. Here is an article about them that appear in the King Weekly Sentinel: King’s Badcock dominates jumpers at Caledon events
Our clients have also been experiencing success in a range of classes, from the .90m jumpers right up to the 1.30 division. We have begun posting more regular updates about our show results on our Facebook page, so head on over there and “Like” us to receive all the latest news!
Team Standalone Takes St. Louis Winter Festival Weeks 3 & 4
Standalone Farms has certainly kicked 2014 off with a bang! We spent the first two weeks of January in St. Louis at the Winter Festival weeks 3 & 4. Lanie Thomas and her horse Albion won the $25,000 Grand Prix during the first week. Neil Badcock and Corrido, owned by Jessie Bonisteel, won the $25,000 Grand Prix during the second week! This was Corrido’s second time ever in a Grand Prix having stepped up during the course of the two weeks.
Here is a great video of Neil and Corrido in the jump off together:
Claire Radvanyi and her horse Charlie Brown also stepped up to the Grand Prix level and put in some awesome rounds. Tara Basilli and her horse Wimbleton had many successful rounds in the Amatuer-Owner Hunter classes, placing 1st several times. Morgan Legallais and her horse Adventure T logged several clear rounds and good places in the .95 and 1m jumper ring.
Doug Henry Inducted into Jump Canada Hall of Fame
This November at the Royal Winter Fair Neil’s long-time friend and mentor, Doug Henry, was inducted into the Jump Canada Hall of Fame as a Builder. Check out the video that was put together and learn about Doug’s lasting contributions to the sport we so love:
2013 Royal Winter Fair Results
Another year, another successful Royal Winter Fair for team Standalone! Both Lanie Thomas and Neil qualified for the Canadian Championship this year and had good rounds both nights. Lanie finished in the top 10 on the first night in a very competitive field.
Claire Radvanyi and her horse, Charlie Brown, qualified for the 1.20m Junior division. They came 5th in their first round and 2nd in their second round – and were reserve champion of the division!
Winter will see us traveling down to St. Louis to compete in the Lake St. Louis Winter Festival through December to March. Check out our services page to see what else we offer!
Summer Updates!
– Claire Radvanyi and her horse Charlie Brown have been doing well in the 1.20m classes, check out the awesome picture below!
– Kelly O’Keefe and Cabaret have already moved on to the jumper ring and as you can see by the second picture below, Cabby certainly loves his new job!
– Corrido, owned by Jessie Bonisteel and ridden by Neil won the 6yr old jumper class in Orangeville and Jessie re-entered the show ring for the first time in 13 years with Corrido in the .90 jumper classes.
– Maegan McConnell and Chara Mio have enjoyed a great season in the 1.10 classes, Jennifer Foster and her horse Parkour have also had some fantastic rounds in the 1m and 1.10 classes.
Also a big congratulations to the Lanzinger family on their purchase of Goa! We are trilled to have Annie join the Standalone team and look forward to their future success.
We are looking forward to the fall horse shows and, of course, The Royal. We will be heading to St. Louis for the winter series this year and are still accepting a limited number of new students interested in joining the team. Don’t forget to check out our sales page!
Claire Radvanyi and Charlie Brown
Kelly O'Keefe and Cabaret
Summer 2013 show season update
Standalone’s summer 2013 show season has kicked off with a bang! A number of our clients have enjoyed early success this year.
Claire Radvanyi and her horse Charlie Brown have been competing in the CET & OHJA Medal classes and had back to back victories at Angelstone Spring Phase 1. Alex Vitmane and her mare Goa have stepped on up to the 1.25 classes and have been putting in some super rounds. Goa is also for sale and is the perfect horse for someone to move up through the jumpers with.
Maegan McConnell had a great first show with Chara Mio in the 1.0 and 1.10 classes. Rachel Wollison and her horse Saracen made the big move from the hunter ring to the jumper ring and had a very successful first-ever .9 class.
Over in the hunter ring, Kelly O’Keefe and her horse Cabaret won their very first hack class – notable as it was Cabby’s first time showing! Bianca Tabone and her horse Meteore D’amigny have also been enjoying some solid rounds this spring.
Come visit us ring side this season and say hello. We are currently accepting a limited number of new clients, view more information about the services we offer and don’t forget to check out our sales page!
Winter is Coming
Check out this lovely picture that our boarder Kelly O’Keefe shot this weekend. Great picture of the sunrise, frost and the paddocks.
