Ottawa, ON—Jump Canada is pleased to announce the members of the 2009 Jump Canada Talent Squad. During the 2008 season, 17 Talent Squad qualifying competitions were held in the Eastern Division while 13 qualifying competitions comprised the Western Division. The best five riders from each division form the 2009 Jump Canada Talent Squad.
Rider (listed alphabetically) Horse Hometown
Hayley Alfonso Laforza St. Andrews, MB
David Arcand Santos Utopia Mont-Royal, QC
Gary Brewster Royal Viali & Watermark West Vancouver, BC
Margie Gayford Showgirl & Winston Sharon, ON
Lindsay Hitchner Billy Autumn & Quipa LS High River, AB
Francois Lamontagne Anton St-Eustache, QC
Tamie Phillips Lucas Strathmore, AB
Elissa Reisman Taboo’s Chara Mio Toronto, ON
Brenda Riddell Icara & Monet Calgary, AB
Ryan Roy Amarona King City, ON
The National Talent Squad Series is a means of recognizing up-and-coming riders who are preparing to enter the grand prix ranks and demonstrate the ability to become future members of the Canadian Equestrian Team. Complete details on the Jump Canada Talent Squad Series are available on the Jump Canada website http://www.equinecanada.ca/jumpcanada.