Alyssa Phillips Maintains Her Lead In The Estates at TerraNova CCI3*-L, Presented by Laughlin Tanner Group
Alyssa Phillips Maintains Her Lead In The Estates at TerraNova CCI3*-L, Presented by Laughlin Tanner Group
Alyssa Phillips (USA) and Cornelius Bo. Photo by Shannon Brinkman
Myakka City, Fla. – Nov. 16, 2023 – Alyssa Phillips (USA) of Fort Worth, Texas, rode Cornelius Bo, her 16.2-hand bay Hanoverian (Concours Complet x Charlotte), to the leading dressage score of 28.0 in The Estates at TerraNova CCI3*-L, presented by Laughlin Tanner Group at Premier Sotheby's International Realty, on the opening day of The Event at TerraNova. Caroline Pamukcu (USA) on Redfield Dexter, owned by the Dexter Syndicate, a 16.3 hand bay Dutch Warmblood gelding (Dexter R x Zyreina/Weering), scored 30.9, standing in second.
Riders from 11 nations are competing across 11 divisions (Starter, Beginner Novice, Novice, Training, Preliminary, Intermediate, Advanced, CCI1*-L, CCI2*-L, CCI3*-L and CCI4*-L).
“Riding at this beautiful facility is amazing,” said Phillips. “I am so happy to be back here.” At the TerraNova event in April, she shattered her ankle. “So I came back. I’m very eager for some redemption, and I’m going to stay on my horse this time,” she said with a laugh.
Phillips is planning to move the horse up to the 4* level in the spring. She described “Corny” or “Corn Dog,” as he is known in the barn, as “the funniest character to be around. He’s hilarious."
Caroline Pamukcu (USA) and Redfield Dexter. Photo by Shannon Brinkman
Pamukcu, who hails from Riegelsville, Pennsylvania, described her horse similarly. “If you leave anything by his stall, he'll take it and play with it. We're hanging up stuffed animals for him in his stall right now so he has something to play with.” She will compete Friday in the CCI4*-L dressage with another horse, HSH Vamonos, owned by herself, RAH Resources LLC and Sherrie Martin, a 16.3-hand bay Zangersheide gelding (Andiamo VH Kapelhof Z x Quasimodelle).
Pamukcu’s first impression of the cross-country course after walking it was that it is quite flat, due to the Florida terrain. “They built it up and asked a lot of questions with a lot of different types of mounds and drops. It’s a very, very cool track.”
William Coleman (USA) and Diabolo. Photo by Shannon Brinkman
Leading in the dressage phase of the Galati Yacht Sales CCI4*-L, presented by Insurance Office of America is Olympian Will Coleman (USA) with a score of 34.0 aboard Diabolo (Diarado x Roulett M), a 16.2-hand bay Holsteiner gelding owned by Diabolo Group, LLC. Coleman said it’s been a big transition for “Dab,” his stable name, who came from Australia this year. The pair has only been working together since February.
After an initial walk on the cross-country course, Coleman said he is still putting his plan together. He described the course as “well presented [for] the straight routes.” Still, he said, “Any time you’re jumping 4* jumps, it’s a stern test.”
The CCI3*-L and CCI4*-L riders rode their dressage tests for judges Gretchen Butts (USA), Robert Stevenson (USA) and Sandy Phillips (GBR).
Friday features the remainder of the remainder of the FEI dressage, plus the Horse Trials dressage.
Watch the interview and highlights from The Estates at TerraNova CCI3*-L, presented by Laughlin Tanner Group at Premier Sotheby's International Realty.
Photos by Shannon Brinkman and EQ Media
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Weekend Events
The Event at TerraNova is a great way to spend a family-friendly day in the country and enjoy top-notch equestrian sport, fun kids’ activities, boutique shopping and food truck fare. For kids, TerraNova Tiny Town Children’s Village is a wonderland to explore and play. Throughout the day on Saturday and Sunday, kids ages 5-12 are invited to a Mini Horsemanship Camp with Libby Neily and miniature horses.
Saturday kicks off bright and early with a sunrise walk at 6:50 a.m. on the cross-country course with the Riverview High School Kiltie Bagpipers.
At 8 a.m., the Cross-Country VIP experience begins. Tickets are available for purchase. At 10:50 a.m., the Manatee County Mounted Patrol will perform a flag presentation along with the singing of the National Anthem.
On Saturday, Nov. 18, from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the TerraNova Pavilion, nationally-touring Christian recording artist Jonny Diaz and clean comedian Tim Boyd will perform. This sold-out event benefits the Guardian Angels of SWFL and One More Child.
On Sunday, Nov. 19, during the show jumping phase of competition, the TerraNova Equestrian Foundation will host a special Empty Bowls event. Symbolizing the importance of coming together to fill the bowls of our community members in need, the event benefits the Food Bank of Manatee, a PLUS program of Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee. Guests will enjoy a delicious lunch of soup, salad, bread and desserts from fan-favorite local restaurants and take home a keepsake ceramic bowl.
Restaurants participating include Almazonica, Atria, Jaime’s Cake Creations, Georgie’s Garden Café, Michaels on East, Myakka City Grill, Owen’s Fish Camp, Pink Cloud Catering, Selva Sarasota, Tsunami and St. Armands Baking Company.
Fast Facts
WHAT: The Event at TerraNova, featuring:
Galati Yacht Sales CCI4*-L, presented by Insurance Office of America.
The Estates at TerraNova CCI3*-L, presented by Laughlin Tanner Group at Premier Sotheby's International Realty.
Advanced, presented by Michael Saunders
WHERE: TerraNova Equestrian Center
31625 Clay Gully Rd. Myakka City, FL 34251
WHEN: Nov. 16-19, 2023
SCHEDULE
(Subject to change)
WEDNESDAY
2 p.m. Horse Inspection for all FEI Long format horses.
3 p.m. All FEI Cross-Country Courses open for walking on foot only.
THURSDAY
9 a.m. FEI Dressage.
3 p.m. All National Cross-Country Courses open for walking on foot only.
FRIDAY
8 a.m. FEI and Horse Trials Dressage.
SATURDAY
6:50 a.m. Sunrise Cross-Country course walk with the Riverview High School Kiltie Bagpipers.
8 a.m. Horse Trials Show Jumping. Cross-Country VIP Experience begins.
9 a.m. FEI Cross-Country.
10:50 a.m. National Anthem with Manatee County Mounted Patrol.
4-7:30 p.m. Jonny Diaz and Tim Boyd perform.
SUNDAY
8 a.m. Horse Inspection for all FEI Long format horses.
9 a.m. All Horse Trials Cross-Country.
10 a.m. All FEI Show Jumping - Mounted awards following each division.
11 a.m. Empty Bowls Event to benefit Meals on Wheels PLUS of Manatee.
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