Devon, Pennsylvania – May 22, 2024 – Day one of the 2024 Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is officially in the books. Hunter Pony Breed Classes dominated the first day of competition. Breeders, handlers, and ponies of all ages took to the Wheeler Ring for their chance at a Championship Title, while young riders took to the Dixon Oval for the first day of Junior Hunter Division competition.
BONUS POINTS Hunter Pony Champ – C,S OR G ORCHARD HILLS POWER OF GOLD Pony Hunter Champ – Filly
BONUS POINTS Best Young Pony ANNINGS LEGACY PBHA Trophy Winner
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Traditions of Devon
“I have been coming to Devon since I was probably two-years-old when I was in leadline, and have been coming here ever since. This is my second time winning this, and I am here every year,” stated Raach. “Devon means tradition to me. I have grown up here. I have won many awards here, and I get to see people I don’t get to see all the time here. So tradition is the best way I would describe it.” Handler, Hayley Raach
Annings Legacy, owned by Peggy Owens and handled by Hayley Raach was awarded the PBHA Trophy – Highest Scoring PA Bred Pony.
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Devon Delight Alexandra Rowe received a well-deserved hug from trainer, Michael Britt-Leon after winning the $3,000 Large Junior Hunter 3’3″ O/F class with a score of 87 points.
The Best from the West Violet Rheingold traveled all the way from Colorado to compete in the Small Junior Hunter Division, and claimed a blue ribbon in the handy round with a score of 86 points aboard her own, SWS High Light!
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About the Devon Horse Show and Country Fair: Started in 1896, The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair is the oldest and largest outdoor multi-breed horse show in North America and draws in top competitors from around the world. With the grandeur of Philadelphia’s historic Main Line as its backdrop, the show continues to reflect the local traditions and lifestyles of the community. The event is run by more than 2,000 volunteers and offers a variety of boutique shops in miniature cottages, amusement rides and games for kids, multiple dining options, and live entertainment. Proceeds support The Bryn Mawr Hospital. The Devon Horse Show Foundation is a 501(c)(3), nonprofit. The organization is operated to perform the charitable and educational purposes of The Devon Horse Show and Country Fair, Inc. It also supports the maintenance and improvement of the historic Devon Horse Show grounds to ensure its position as one of the premier equestrian event facilities in the world.
Annings Legacy, owned by Peggy Owens and handled by Hayley Raach was awarded the PBHA Trophy – Highest Scoring PA Bred Pony.
