ESNZ Hall of Fame Awards
The aim of the ESNZ Hall of Fame Awards is to shine a spotlight on riders, horses and volunteers that are making an outstanding contribution to the excellence and growth of equestrian sport. The Awards ceremony is held each Spring, and nominations are called for via our discipline boards (Dressage, Jumping and Show Hunter, Endurance and CTR, Eventing and Para-Equestrian).
The winners of the 2024 Equestrian Sports New Zealand Hall of Fame Awards were announced in Auckland on 5 July at a cocktail function of approximately 150 officials, supporters and riders. ESNZ Board Chair Lynda Clark said each of the award recipients and the Hall of Fame Inductees were outstanding representatives of equestrian sports in New Zealand and an inspiration to all horse enthusiasts.
“The calibre of these equestrians demonstrates the ongoing commitment to a sport that continues to have a healthy presence in New Zealand. We know approximately 40,000 people in this country ride horses, from grass-roots to high performance. It is a privilege to share the achievements of our competitors, while also celebrating the enjoyment of a sport many share with their equines,” she said.
Here are some photos of the evening. Credit: Ashra McAvinue
ESNZ Hall of Fame Inductees
ESNZ Rider of the Year
For an athlete that has demonstrated exceptional skill in the competition arena and led their sport to a new level.
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2024 |
Wendi Williamson |
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2023 |
Tim Price |
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2021 |
Annabel Francis |
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2020 |
Tim Price |
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2019 |
Jonelle Price |
ESNZ Horse of the Year
For a horse that has demonstrated exceptional skill and results in the competition arena in their chosen discipline.
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2024 |
International – Greenacres Special Cavalier National – Don Vito MH |
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2023 |
International – Windermere J’Obei W National – Trudeau and Cassina Dior |
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2021 |
Windermere J’Obei W |
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2020 |
Ascona M Windermere Cappuccino |
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2019 |
Classic Moet |
ESNZ Team of the Year
For a New Zealand or International Team that has demonstrated exceptional skill, results and team work in the competition arena.
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2024 |
The Oceania Young Riders Team Land Rover Horse of the Year 2024 |
Mia Gilbert (Schnapps MH) Scout Lodder (Overnight Success) Bridie Quigley (Oranoa Greyson) Mackenzie Marlo (CHS Diplomat) |
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2023 |
FEI Dressage World Challenge Team |
Jody Hartstone (Just Vincent) Susan Tomlin (Dance Hit SW) Lucy Cochrane (Gymanji) Paige Fitzgerald (Greenmoor Euphoria) Karen Anderson – Chef D’Equipe |
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2021 |
Jumping Nation Cup Team |
Bruce Goodin (Backtorps Danny V) Richard Gardner (Calisto 5) Daniel Meech (Cinca 3) Tom Tarver-Priebe (Popeye) |
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2020 |
Eventing Nation Cup Win at Ireland, July 2019 |
Jonelle Price (Grappa Nera) Tim Price (Bango) Mark Todd (Leonidas II) |
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2019 |
Showjumping Nation Cup Win at Abu Dhabi |
Richard Gardner (Calisto) Bruce Goodin (Backatorps) Daniel Meech (Fine) Samantha McIntosh (Check In) |
ESNZ Young Person of the Year
For recognising excellence and outstanding achievement and/or contribution by a youth/young person (aged 24 years and under) within their chosen discipline.
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2024 |
Dressage/Mounted Games Eventing Jumping |
Gemma Lewis Mia Gilbert Samantha (Sam) Carrington |
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2023 |
Dressage Eventing Jumping |
Dressage Youth Council Charlotte Penny Ike Baker |
ESNZ Against All Odds Award
For the person who has pursued his or her equestrian ambitions despite a physical or neurodiverse disability or extremely difficult personal circumstances.
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2024 |
Para-Equestrian |
Jodie Thorne |
ESNZ Groom of the Year
For recognising excellence and outstanding contribution by a groom (volunteer or professional).
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2024 |
Eventing |
Jenni Calver |