CCI** Fall Championships of Eventing October 14, 2009
A showcase of world-class horse sport, the
Fair Hill International three-day eventing is the main attractions of the Festival in the Country. Watch Olympic-caliber athletes take on daunting drops and huge fences, as they gallop at top speeds across the spectacular countryside.
Faudree and Mosing’s Pawlow On The Way To The United Kingdom August 27, 2009
Maurice, LA and Hoffman, NC – Will Faudree and Pawlow who were named to the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) high performance eventing training list earlier this year are preparing to leave for an international competition in the United Kingdom. Coach Mark Phillips and team members visited the pair while they were competing at a spring Jersey Fresh event.
All three Eventing High Performance Training Lists were updated following the spring competition season. Faudree and Pawlow were placed on the list to compete at the Blenheim Horse Trials in the United Kingdom.
Faudree and Pawlow fly out to the United Kingdom on August 31. Once there they will have eight days to prepare for the Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials September 10 –13. Ernie's owner, Jennifer Mosing, is attending the event as well.
Will Faudree is based in Hoffman, North Carolina at his Gavilan Farm. Pawlow is a 10-year old Irish Thoroughbred gelding and is owned by Jennifer Mosing. Mosing and her family own Sterling Silver Stables in Maurice, Louisiana. This is Mosing’s first sponsorship in the equestrian world although she and her family have sponsored top-bred dogs through their Nottoway Kennels.
“It’s an exciting time for us,” said Will Faudree. “This horse is so amazing and he is just beginning to show us what he has to give. He’s an incredible athlete and we are both so lucky that Jennifer came into our lives.”
The pair did their first advanced horse trial in late February and moved up quickly to the 3-star level with the selectors taking a look at them in early May. The pair has been competitive at the advanced level throughout the competition season.
Blenheim Palace is the host venue for one of the best three-day horse trial events in the world. Attracting top international competitors and their up and coming horses who compete against one another in the three phases of dressage, cross country and show jumping, this event offers great days with much to see and do including a wide range of attractions and displays, fabulous shopping and of course the chance to get close to the best sportsmen and women from this sport in the world–with a new class for 2009 aimed at those horses who are being targeted at London 2012 the equine Olympian stars of the future too.
Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials was awarded the opportunity to run a CIC3* competition alongside its established CCI3* event. “With the CIC cross country Sunday morning this will give spectators the opportunity to enjoy cross country on two days,” said Event Director Mandy Hervieu “as well as offering more riders and horses the opportunity to compete at this prestigious venue.”
The class will be positioned as an opportunity to spot the stars of the future and is very likely to be a target for those aiming for 2012 as it is similar to the CCI3*, but of less difficulty with a slightly shorter cross country course and not such a tight optimum time target.
Many riders will be keen to ride the anticlockwise course at Blenheim designed by Eric Winter but as yet never ridden, due to the cancellation of last year’s event due to adverse weather. Both the CCI 3*and CIC3* will incorporate some of the feature fences such as the lake crossings, dew pond and famous ‘Blenheim Flyer’ fence.
This new competition provides a much-awaited end of season target for the owners of talented young horses and will undoubtedly be an excellent showcase for those tipped for future success.
Faudree and Mosing teamed up earlier this year when Mosing purchased Pawlow, who they affectionately call Ernie P. Mosing. Mosing’s children ride and train with Faudree.
About Will Faudree
Will Faudree was born on October 4, 1981 in Midland Texas. He grew up on a cattle ranch, learning to ride at a very young age. When he was about thirteen he became interested in eventing, and started to compete. After graduating high school, Will moved to Pennsylvania to ride and train with Phillip Dutton. In 2003 Will set out on his own and moved to Southern Pines, North Carolina with his dog, Kemper, where Gavilan Farm is currently based. Will also competed in the Pan American Games that year. The team won a gold medal. The following year, Will was named the traveling reserve for the Athens Olympic Team. Unfortunately when Will returned home from the games, he found his house and barn had been struck by lightning and burnt down. Luckily no horses were on the property at the time, but the damage was too great. Will had to find a new farm and replace almost all of his personal belongings as well as his horse equipment. With the help of Will's family and close friends, Will was able to put things back together and moved into his current house and barn in January of 2005.
With the continued support of friends and family, Will's career as an Equestrian continues to grow. He represented the United States once again by riding on the US team at the 2006 World Equestrian Games in Aachen, Germany, and continues riding for the U.S. Team in future international competitions.
Faudree and Mosing’s Pawlow Named to USEF Eventing High Performance List May 26, 2009
Maurice, LA and Hoffman, NC – Will Faudree and Pawlow have been named to the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) high performance eventing training list. Coach Mark Phillips and team members visited the pair while they were competing at the recent Jersey Fresh event.
All three Eventing High Performance Training Lists were updated following the spring competition season. Horse/Rider combinations will be invited to participate in training sessions with Mark Phillips. It is anticipated that training sessions will be held in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, and California; dates to be determined. Some horse/rider combinations will be receiving grants for European competition and training. Grant amounts will be finalized in late July.
Faudree and Pawlow are on the list to compete at the Blenheim Horse Trials in the United Kingdom in early September.
Will Faudree, 27, is based in Hoffman, North Carolina at his Gavilan Farm. Pawlow is a 10-year old Irish Thoroughbred gelding and is owned by Jennifer Mosing. Mosing and her family own Sterling Silver Stables in Maurice, Louisiana. This is Mosing’s first sponsorship in the equestrian world although she and her family have sponsored top-bred dogs through their Nottoway Kennels.
“It’s an exciting time for us,” said Will Faudree. “This horse is so amazing and he is just beginning to show us what he has to give. He’s an incredible athlete and we are both so lucky that Jennifer came into our lives.”
The pair did their first advanced horse trial in late February and moved up quickly to the 3-star level with the selectors taking a look at them in early May.
Faudree and Mosing teamed up earlier this year when Mosing purchased Pawlow, who they affectionately call Ernie P. Mosing. Mosing’s children ride and train with Faudree.
Will Faudree's Speech at Brad's Retirement Ceremony March 22, 2009
I know if I let Brad he would be the one up… After all it is his
party and like most of his big occasions I am along for the ride! It
all started 8 years ago I was sitting at Phillip and Evie Dutton’s
house and Phillip and I were on the phone with my parents talking
about getting this horse called Antigua from Australia. My mom asking
the obvious question of would I be able to ride him and Phillip
giving the obvious answer of a monkey could so I had half a shot. The
same applies tonight providing the monkey have a tux and a lisp.
There are so many people that are here that have been apart of Brad's
career and I know how thankful Brad is… I want to thank Joanie Morris
and Doretta Gaudreau who were there for him day in and day out at
different times of his career, helping make his stars reachable. His
vets - Dr.’s Tom Daniels, Kevin Keane, Christianna Ober, and Brendon
Furlong, his farriers - Dave Kumpf, Greg Davis, and Steve Teichman.
Colby Saddington for teaching me what I know about horse management
and going with me to try him, and me telling everyone on the flight
that we were going on out honeymoon, so we could get up-graded to
Business class… didn’t work– That was when I really irritated her.
Coaches – so many people that helped me with Brad over the years that
I can not begin to name you all – Phillip Dutton thank you for your
belief in Brad and me and your time that helped develop our
partnership. – Bobby Costello when I ventured out from the constant
direction of Phillip you gave me the knowledge of believing in myself
as a rider and as a person – Thank you. Captain Mark Phillips who is
not here, but in my last lesson on Brad with him we were at The Fork
the day before the mandatory outing this past summer and I had set up
what I wanted to jump, he and Sandy came over and I jumped what I felt
Brad needed (not much) and Mark leaning against a standard said “…what
an amazing athlete” those 4 words summed it up. Which brings be to
the Guiding force behind Brad’s career.
MY FAMILY my Mom and Dad who never questioned what or where Brad was
going and were always there with no expectations. Y'all have given so
much to us always putting Kristen, Keegan and I first in all that we
wanted to do, never doubting our dreams and sacrificing so much to
helps us achieve our dreams. From Baseball to Africa to Aachen. No
words can justify your support. And lastly I want to thank Brad.
I think that the biggest thing Brad has taught me is that when a true
champion gets to the end of the road they find another gear and carry
on no matter what. With that said what I have learned recently is
that a true champion also knows when to bow out. Leaving a mark that
few will ever forget. Weather it is lighting up a room with an
infectious smile or simply leaving the start box – Here’s to Brad
Sterling Silver Stables Teams Up With Will Faudree January 11, 2009
Louisiana-based Sterling Silver Stables announced that it is sponsoring Will Faudree of Gavilan Farm in Southern Pines, North Carolina.
The new equestrian operation entered into the relationship with the recent acquisition of Faudree's mount, Pawlow or "Ernie," a 1999 Irish Thoroughbred. Ernie came to Gavilan Farm in the summer of 2007. He successfully moved up to the Intermediate level this past spring and successfully completed his first CCI** this past fall. The pair finished in sixth place on their dressage score out of 86 starters at the Fair Hill International competition in Maryland.
Faudree is ranked 19 on the 2008 overall leader board for the United States Eventing Association. "Ernie is an incredibly talented horse," said Faudree. "This sponsorship could not have come at a more important time in the horse's career and mine. It was totally unexpected."
Faudree recently lost his sister, Kristen, to cancer. "I see her hand in all of this," said Faudree.
Sterling Silver Stables is located in Maurice, Louisiana and is rapidly becoming a world-class equestrian facility. Owned by the Mosing family of Youngsville, Louisiana, Sterling Silver Stables is the realization of a family dream to own and operate an equestrian center with family values for top-quality horses and ponies. Jumping, dressage and eventing are the disciplines that are the centerpiece of the operation.
The family's beloved pony, Sterling Silver, inspired the name. "Sterling" earned a special place in their hearts and helped the family discover their passion for equestrian sports. Because of "Sterling", the family has opened its doors to horse lovers of all ages and disciplines.
The Mosing's daughters, Kaitlynn and Maddie, compete in eventing, dressage and jumping. Their best friend, Erin Montgomery, is also competing and training with the family. The Mosing family met Faudree at several clinics in Louisiana when their daughters participated in the training sessions.
Will Faudree was born on October 4, 1981 in Midland Texas. He grew up on a cattle ranch, learning to ride at a very young age. When he was about thirteen he became interested in eventing and started to compete.
After graduating high school, Will moved to Pennsylvania to ride and train with Phillip Dutton. In 2003, Will set out on his own and moved to Southern Pines, North Carolina with his dog, Kemper, where Gavilan Farm is currently based. Will also competed in the Pan American Games that same year. The team won a gold medal.
The following year, Will was named the traveling reserve for the Athens Olympic Team. Unfortunately when Will returned home from the games, he found his house and barn had been struck by lightning and burnt down. Luckily no horses were on the property at the time, but the damage was too great. Will had to find a new farm and replace almost all of his personal belongings as well as his horse equipment.
Thanks to Tex and Donna Griffin, Will and his horses had a place to live and train until he was able to purchase and renovate another facility. Will, his staff and horses moved into his current house and barn in October 2008.
Will went on to be a member of the World Equestrian Games U.S. team that finished fourth at the 2006 event that was contested in Aachen, Germany. The team narrowly missed the bronze medal by .4 point. Will finished 19th in the field of international competitors.
Will credits Antigua, a 1989 Australian TB called "Brad" as the horse who brought him to the international level. He and Will had been partners since 2002 and was his most successful horse, having run around several CCI **** the Pan American Games, and the World Equestrian Games. "The joy of all of this is that Brad was able to retire when he was sound and healthy," said Faudree. "The opportunity to continue having the opportunity to represent the U.S. happened when Ernie arrived. I needed financial support to be able to aim that high."
"With the continued support of people like Sterling Silver Stables, my career as an equestrian continues to grow," said Faudree.
Happy 2009! January 1, 2009
Will and everyone here at Gavilan Farm hopes you had a happy holiday.
The new year is bringing upon great things for us, but first Will would like to thank you for all of your support in 2008. Most of you know, his sister, Kristen, was diagnosed with cancer. She has gone on to a better place now.
Will and his family greatly appreciate your thoughts and prayers throughout this ordeal.
In other news, we are happy to announce that Gavilan Farm has moved! It is now located in Hoffman, NC. The facility is now bigger, which will allow us to better serve you and your horses.
