QUENTIN SLOAN
United States Dressage
Junior/Young Rider
GET TO KNOW ME
Since I began my horse journey, I’ve been lucky to have had the opportunity to train with many respectable trainers and clinicians. I take pride in all that I do and in the relationships I’ve built in the process. I firmly believe that hard work eventually pays off, and I know that each day brings me closer to reaching my goals. I am so very grateful for all of my experience and I hope to share it all with you below!
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EXPERIENCE
What I’ve Done
USDF BRONZE MEDAL
March 19, 2021
Some of the most sought-after hardware in the US dressage community is the USDF rider medal, awarded in bronze, silver, and gold varieties in recognition of achievements at USEF-licensed/USDF-recognized dressage competition. The first, the bronze rider medal, is awarded for scores earned at First, Second, and Third Levels .
UNITED STATES DRESSAGE FESTIVAL OF CHAMPIONS
August 19-25, 2019
The U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions showcases the top athletes and horses in 14 divisions including the USEF Dressage Seat Medal Finals. To be invited, you must be ranked top 12 nationally in the respective division.
TEAM (TRAINING, EDUCATION & MENTORING) PROGRAM
2017-Present
For dedicated, determined young dressage riders of all levels. The goal of the program is to find, to help to educate, and to develop talented youth to become the international riders and trainers of the future. The program organizes clinics throughout the year in various parts of the US, and from these clinics participants will be selected for national clinics. Both the Robert Dover Horsemastership Clinic and the Courtney Dye Horsemastership Clinic are a part of D4K’s TEAM Program.
YOUTH DRESSAGE FESTIVAL
2017-2018-2019
This is the flagship event of Dressage4Kids, Inc. conducted in July or August. Instituted in 1999, the festival offers individual and team competition for riders from ages 4 through 25. Division championships feature a three-phased competition: a written test, an individual dressage test, and an equitation ride. Divisions offered are Introductory through Fourth, FEI Pony, Junior and Young Rider and Para Equestrian.
USDF DRESSAGE SEAT MEDAL SEMI FINALS 13 AND UNDER 4TH PLACE
2018
The USDF Dressage Seat Medal Semi-Finals are held at each of the nine Great American Insurance Group/USDF Regional Dressage Championships. There are two age divisions in the USDF DSM Semi-Finals: 13 and under, and 14–18. The top two placed riders at the USDF DSM Semi-Finals are invited to compete in the USEF DSM Finals.
NATIONAL DRESSAGE PONY CUP YEAR END AWARD 3RD PLACE
2019
To be eligible for NDPC Pony or Small Horse Year-End Awards, each pony/rider and horse/rider combination must compete in a USDF recognized show at the level they wish to compete and be a member of NDPC.
NEW ENGLAND DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION FALL FESTIVAL JUNIOR YOUNG RIDER 3RD
2018
The Great American/USDF Regional Dressage Championships program is designed to promote and recognize the pursuit of excellence by providing a showcase competition that meets established quality standards for riders within each of the nine USDF regions. Riders can qualify for the Regional Championships by riding in designated qualifying classes at USDF recognized competitions. The Regional Championship competitions provide an excellent opportunity for spectators to view the top horses and riders in their region.
LINDEKRONA MEMORIAL TROPHY (D4K)
2018-2019
This award is presented annually to the highest scoring male rider at the Youth Dressage Festival. Won in 2018 with Farnley Classical and again in 2019 with Queen's Faithfully
SEARSMONT TROPHY (D4K)
2018
Highest scoring hunter/equitation rider. Won with Farnley Classical
UVM ROSANNA TROPHY (D4K)
2019
Highest scoring rider on a Morgan. Won in 2019 with Queen's Faithfully
JUNIOR YOUNG RIDER DRESSAGE CHAMPIONSHIPS "KITWELL CONSUL" CHALLENGE CUP (D4K)
2018
Highest scoring rider on an Arabian or Half Arabian. Won with Farnley Classical
This is only a bit of what I do!
Feel free to reach out for an extensive list of accomplishments.
THE RIGHT STUFF
TEAM WORKER
In the Equine industry, it is very important to be able to be adjustable and a team player. I always put horse safety first and I am usually the last one at the barn finishing up any chores that were missed through the day.
CORE TEAM MEMBER
I am always ready to do the most integral jobs to keep a barn running. From scooping grain to calling and making vet appointments, if it needs to be done, I'm on it.
“If something is important enough, even if the odds are stacked against you, you should still do it.”
