George Morris to Undergo Treatment for Cancer

 U.S. Show Jumping Chef d’Equipe George Morris will be undergoing treatment for prostate cancer this spring.

Morris will remain in his position of Chef d’Equipe and will stay closely involved with the program, the selection process and the riders even though he will be unable to travel to the Observation Events.

Morris has asked Robert Ridland (who was recently named the Morris’ successor beginning in 2013: (http://www.usefnetwork.com/news/8096/2012/2/21/robert_ridland_approved_for_us_sh.aspx)
to attend the Observation Events and monitor the technical aspects of those competitions and report to him.

Morris is expected to be fit and able to return to the horse show circuit by early summer and is expected to be able to travel in time to prepare the team in Europe for the Olympic Games and attend that Championship.

More from Horse Sport:

Christilot Boylen Retires From Team Sport

After an exemplary career as one of Canada’s top Dressage riders, seven-time Olympian Christilot Boylen has announced her retirement from team competition.

2020 Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Cancelled

For only the second time in its history, The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair has been cancelled but plans are being made for some virtual competitions.

Royal Agricultural Winter Fair Statement on 2020 Event

As the Province of Ontario starts to reopen, The Royal’s Board and staff will adhere to all recommendations put forward by government and health officials.

Government Financial Assistance for Ontario Farmers

Ontario Equestrian has recently released this update of several financial assistance packages available, including those for farm business.