Horse & Rider

Bounce Back After a BOTCH

Horse events are a lot of fun. You’re showing off what you and your horse can do, reaping the benefits of all your hard work, and spending time with like-minded enthusiasts. What’s not to love?

Botching a class or a run, that’s what. When you turn in a performance that’s well below what you know you and your horse are capable of, it’s painful. But should you let it ruin your fun?

Definitely not! In fact, learning from mistakes is one of the great perks of competition. Shows are a real-world test.

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