DeAnn Long Sloan

What Makes a Barn Feel Welcoming? And What Quietly Pushes People Out?

On MLK Day, we take a reflective look at how equestrian sport’s narrow traditions and unspoken rules shape who feels they belong.

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DeAnn Long Sloan

‘Oh Crap’ Monday: That Went Horribly Wrong

Matt Mathews decides to try to teach Kail Lowry to barrel race…

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Marcella Gruchalak

Mythbuster Monday: Meat Tenderizer Kills Proud Flesh

On Mythbuster Monday, we tackle a variety of equestrian myths to either bust or confirm. Today’s discussion: Does meat tenderizer kill proud flesh?

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Marcella Gruchalak

Reader Photo Challenge: Treat Faces

Enjoy these nine photos of horse’s faces as they wait for their treats!

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Marcella Gruchalak

“These Boys Are Exceptional:” The Wright Brothers

The Wright brothers aren’t just winning rodeos, they’re redefining what a family legacy looks like under the arena lights.

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DeAnn Long Sloan

‘Oh Crap’ Monday: Hang Time

Monday already is the crappiest day of the week…

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Aubrey Graham

Thoroughbred Logic, Presented by Kentucky Performance Products: Go Wide

Sometimes the kindest contact for a green horse isn’t perfect equitation, but giving them space, options, and room to figure out their own balance.

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DeAnn Long Sloan

LA28 Olympic Ticket Registration Opens Today

Registration opens today for the LA28 ticket draw, the first required step toward securing seats for the 2028 Olympics — including eventing, dressage, and show jumping.

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Marcella Gruchalak

Tuesday Video: Pesky Pony

No such thing as personal hay in this barn.

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DeAnn Long Sloan

10 Things We Pretend Don’t Bother Us at the Barn

We may pretend these things don’t bother us when we’re at the barn, but they do. Like, 1000%.

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Gwyneth McPherson

Training in the Right Way: Set Yourself Up for Success Wintering in Florida

It’s the time of year when riders participate in a mass exodus from the northern states in favor of riding somewhere that *DOESN’T* make their faces hurt (or their horses attempt to yeet them). Here are some of the things you need to think about if you intend to move horses south for training and

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