©Sidelines, Inc., 2013 All Rights Reserved Volume$4.00 2505 - May 2013 For Horse People • About Horse People www.sidelinesnews.com May 2013 “Celebrating Our 25th Year!” Superstar William Fox-Pitt Ralph Hill: King of Rolex Snowman’s Cinderella William Fox-Pitt and Parklane Hawk Story FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE SIDELINES MAY 2013 1 Incorporating 44 HORSES USA PUBLISHER Samantha Charles [email protected] EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Jan Westmark-Allan [email protected] 828-575-3965 STAFF WRITERS Contents Lauren Giannini, Abby Westmark, Dani Moritz CONTRIBUTING WRITERS What’s Happenin’ 108 Lucy Matz: Growing Up Matz Johnny Robb, Fred McWane, Sydney Masters-Durieux, Laura Danowski, 34 Ingate Holly Hugo-Vidal, Kim MacMillan 84 Off Centerline Dressage PHOTOGRAPHERS David Lominska, Jack Mancini , 114 Asides 24 Never Too Old: Flashpoint, Alan Fabricant, Susan Stickle Lauren R. 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Periodical postage paid at West Palm Beach, FL 33414 and at additional mailing offices On the Cover Great Britain’s William Fox-Pitt and Parklane Hawk, owned by Catherine POSTMASTER: Address changes should be sent to 11924 Forest Hill Blvd Suite 22 #376 Witt, capture the win at last year’s 2012 Rolex Kentucky. Wellington, FL 33414. Photo by Michelle Dunn / mdunnphoto.com ©Sidelines, Inc., 2012 All Rights Reserved 2 SIDELINES MAY 2013 FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE SIDELINES MAY 2013 3 Letter from the Editor Welcome to our Rolex and eventing issue. William Fox-Pitt, of Great Britain, rode away with the Rolex title last year and our cover photo shows William and Parklane Hawk celebrating their win. I love to study the expression on a horse’s face, and “Parker” is certainly standing at attention, listening to the applause and looking into the stands as if to say, “We Did It!” I am looking forward to seeing who does it this year – and the field of talented riders will make for an exciting event. This issue goes to print before the 2013 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event takes place, (did you know Sidelines is printed two months ahead of time?) but I will be at Rolex in Lexington, Kentucky at the end of April and can’t wait to see who takes the victory gallop. Sidelines writer Marie Wynne lives in the UK, so in addition to giving us the inside scoop on the royal happenings of William, Kate and baby, she also introduces us to William Fox-Pitt and his winning ways. He is a highly decorated eventer and has won Rolex twice, in 2010 and 2012. William’s 2012 mount, Parker, is a New Zealand bred Thoroughbred who had a less than distinguished racing career. He raced 19 times, including six times in steeplechases, and only earned $1,875. Having an unsuccessful racing career is not a stumbling block for the talented Thoroughbred breed and many go on to have amazing careers after the track - as eventers, hunters, jumpers, polo ponies, dressage horses, lesson horses, trail horses and the ever-important role of “best friend and beloved equine companion” to horse lovers all over the world. Staff writer Lauren Giannini introduces us to a racehorse-turned- event horse adopted through CANTER (The Communication Alliance to Network Thoroughbred Ex-Racehorses) and you will enjoy her story on a horse fondly called Sir Woods of Spookalot. in four top winners, four runner-ups and 20 honorable mentions, Our “My Story” feature in this issue is also about a racehorse but if you followed our Facebook page you were able to see all of who had a very successful eventing career, and I think you will the entries and pick your own favorite photos. I am including a few be touched by Juliana Hutchings story on Fling, her million dollar of my own favorites here that show how much we love our horses! horse. (You will notice a kissing theme!) Sidelines just wrapped up our OTTB (off-the-track This issue has so much to offer and – just like a rescued Thoroughbred) Photo Contest and the results were explosive – Thoroughbred – I hope you enjoy the adventure. And no matter just like Thoroughbreds breaking from a starting gate. We had what breed of horse you share your life with, give them a hug, a so many entries that my inbox was clogged for days! The contest treat and a great big kiss from me! proved two things - an OTTB can have an excellent second career and many, many wonderful people have stepped up to the plate Jan Westmark-Allan to rescue racehorses. It really was a moving experience to read Editor entry after entry and realize how many horses have been given a [email protected] second chance at life and love. Our OTTB Photo Contest resulted Pamela Breece, of Amy Grayson, of Phoenix, Arizona, Williamsburg, Indiana, shares a kiss with shares a kiss with Harley. Steady Smiler. Kelsey Bryant, of Ocala, Florida, shares a kiss with Canyon. 4 SIDELINES MAY 2013 FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE SIDELINES MAY 2013 5 6 SIDELINES MAY 2013 FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE SIDELINES MAY 2013 7 8 SIDELINES MAY 2013 FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE SIDELINES MAY 2013 9 10 SIDELINES MAY 2013 FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE SIDELINES MAY 2013 11 Sun Glade eStateS Palm Beach Point Wonderful 3 BR, 2 BA pool home on 4.3 acres. 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