It’s not the most replayed and GIF-ed scene from the 2004 film The Notebook, but it’s probably in the top five. I refer to the scene towards… Read more ““The Notebook” and the College Search”
You’re Doing it Wrong
There’s a scene from Friends that I love and that makes me laugh out loud every single time I see it. (If you aren’t familiar with Friends… Read more “You’re Doing it Wrong”
Step One: Research; Step Two: RESEARCH
Riddle me this, readers: Say you’re a college coach in any sport (it can be riding but it doesn’t necessarily have to be – pick your favorite… Read more “Step One: Research; Step Two: RESEARCH”
Chemistry Lessons
If you’ve ridden horses long enough, you know how important the right chemistry between horse and rider is to their ultimate success. Over time and with experience,… Read more “Chemistry Lessons”
A Visit to Dickinson College
Most people are familiar with the old adage “When in Rome,” but last week I executed a variation of this phenomenon by executing the similar (but not… Read more “A Visit to Dickinson College”
It’s the People
I spent the past weekend at the wedding of my college roommate. (Don’t worry, student readers, this isn’t going to be a blog entry that waxes nostalgic… Read more “It’s the People”
Success Can Come from Anywhere
Scrolling through the results of a recent local dressage show this afternoon, I came across the name of a local competitor who was fortunate enough to earn… Read more “Success Can Come from Anywhere”
Inaction is Not an Option
If you’re a rider and you’ve been in the sport long enough, you’ve been there: You’ve had that moment when the horse you’re sitting on decides to… Read more “Inaction is Not an Option”
Be Afraid; No, Really – It’s Okay
There are some conversations circling the world of intercollegiate and interscholastic riding right now having to do with safety and the way students move through the levels… Read more “Be Afraid; No, Really – It’s Okay”
