Meredith Michaels-Beerbaum grew up in Los Angeles, getting her early training at the Foxfield Riding School and then with Karen Healey. She began her migration east, attending Princeton, then moving further east to Germany, where she trained with Paul Shockemöhle and met and married Markus Beerbaum. With Shutterfly, Michaels-Beerbaum won the World Cup Finals three […]
Life’s ruff! This year there will be no Purina “Top Dog” contest at Thermal. Look for it to return in Saugerties. But thanks to sponsor Purina and its Exclusive line of canine nutrition, we will be showcasing “Daily Dogs.” Because we couldn’t bear the thought of so many photogenic pups collected in one place going […]
Ponies – they’re as adorable as the kids that ride ’em! Together, they’re an oh-so-cute combination whose charms we cannot resist. Make this page your go-to place for pony pics and please check back frequently. And if you have any pony tales, or pictures you would like to share, please send them to ponies@HitsNewsWeekly.com. We’d […]
It was by all accounts a stellar kick-off to the 2013 HITS Desert Circuit Friday, as 38 horse and rider combinations tested themselves in the $25,000 SmartPak Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health. Crisp weather and a light drizzle did nothing to dampen the spirits of the riders and only added to the exuberance […]
Sure, they’re whipping out the big bucks for the AIG Thermal $1 Million Grand Prix on March 17, but HITS is not skimping on the change. Exhibitors at the 2013 Desert Circuit will be greeted by facility upgrades and show improvements designed to enhance their experience at the Desert Horse Park. Changes range from luxurious […]
These standings are preliminary and reflect total money won at participating shows to date. Money won will determine the final order of go: reverse order with the leading rider showing last. REMEMBER: To be eligible for the AIG Thermal Million, riders must compete in at least four grand prix of $25,000 or more during FOUR […]