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McQuay Stables 2010 Schedules:
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2010 Legacy Reining Breeders Sale
The annual Legacy Reining Breeders Sale is only ten days away! Make plans now to attend on October 16, 2010 at Green Valley Ranch in Aubrey, TX. Sale starts at 1:00 p.m. See you there!! |
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Sunday, September 26, 2010
The "Dream Team" from the United States, consisting of Tim McQuay, Tom McCutcheon, Shawn Flarida, and Craig Schmersal, took the gold medal at the FEI World Reining Championship presented by John Deere, on Sunday.
It was the third consecutive WEG gold for the United States, which captured the top spot this year with a score of 674.5 points.
In order of their runs, Tim and Hollywoodstinseltown scored a 220.5; Craig Schmersal and Mister Montana Nic marked a 223.5; Tom McCutcheon and Gunners Special Nite scored a 224; and Shawn Flarida and RC Fancy Step marked a team-competition high score of 227.
Though the traffic and crowds were challenging, we had a great time! Joined by Claude and Becky Lindsey, Lyle Lovett and April Kimble, Steve Harris, Bob Racich, Sally Broten, Jerry Kimmel and of course Dave and Bonnie Silva, our suite was rocking during the competition! Also Colleen's dad, Norm Van Sloun, sister Terri Van Sloun and nephew Nathan Bouley, joined the team of supporters along with Liz Strader and Tom's mother, Jan McCutcheon. Add Cade and Carlee McCutcheon to the pack and their was rarely a dull moment!
We were very fortunate to be able to camp at our friend's farm, where we could cook out as well as spend some time with old friends and meet new ones. We maybe even convinced some jumper riders to add reiners to their list! A special thanks to Billy Steffee and Dave and Laura Steffee for all their hospitality and support!
The U.S. reining team - Tim McQuay, left, Craig Schmersal, Tom McCutcheon and Shawn Flarida - celebrated their gold medal at the awards ceremony for the reining competition. The U.S. team chef d' equipe Jeff Petska cradled the trophy in his arm.
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Thursday, September 30, 2010
Tom McCutcheon won gold and U.S. teammate Craig Schmersal took the silver in individual reining Thursday at the World Equestrian Games at the Kentucky Horse Park. McCutcheon, aboard Gunners Special Nite, finished with a score of 228.0. Schmersal, aboard Mister Montana Nic, had a 223.0, followed by Canada's Duane Latimer on Dun Playin Tag at 222.5 for bronze. Tim McQuay and Hollywoodstinseltown came in fourth at 222.0.
Congratulations everyone!
Tim, Colleen, Tom and Mandy will be headed back for the finals weekend for the closing ceremonies and to enjoy Lyle Lovett and his Large Band! If you are still at the Games try the Blue Grass Supper Club across the street at Hagyards Vet Clinic- great food and people. Thanks for the outstanding Medal Celebration! Be sure to visit our sponsors SmartPak, Bob's Saddles, Pro Equine, Equissage, and Rios of Mercedes, as well as team sponsors Ariat. Also a big thanks to Brad Ettleman and the Horse Power Management team, as well as Eric Strauss and all the show stewards for all the help and support to the reiners. Along with the incredible voice and performance of announcer Brian Lookabill, topped off with Tom's amazing Gold Medal run on Gunners Special Night, the 2010 World Equestrian Games was an incredible experience. Thanks to Dave and Bonnie Silva for their special horse - Hollywoodstinsletown.
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