Shining in the Sun

The 2026 horse show season has officially begun and Team QMS started off strong at their first event of the year!

At the recent Saanich in the Show (SSITS) event, held at the Saanichton Fairgrounds in Victoria, our 14 riders and their equine partners showcased exceptional skill, focus, and sportsmanship—bringing home ribbons and setting the tone for the season ahead.

Behind every polished round is hours of dedication. Equestrian athletes train year-round, developing balance, strength, and precision while building a deep partnership with their horses. From early mornings at the barn to refining technique in the ring, their success reflects discipline, patience, and trust.

We’re so proud of Team QMS for representing our community with excellence—what a way to kick off the season!

Notable results include:

Jasmine Z. (’26) and Caris – Champion 1.0m jumpers

Livvy R. (’32) and Go Show Blaze – Champion Beginner Equitation 2’0 and Champion Saanich Hunters 2’0″

Charlotte P-L. (’28) and Pretty Please – Champion X-pole hunters

Tenley B. (’28) & Cheval D’Or – Reserve Champion Pre-Child Hunters 2’6″ and Reserve Champion Pre-Child Equitation 2’6″

Neva C. (’30) and Ace of Hearts – Champion Saanich Hunters 2’3″ and Champion Short Stirrup Equitation 2’3″

Hannah B-S. (’27) and Checkmate II – winner of 2’6″ Gymnastics Test, 1^st Place 2’6″ Equitation and 3^rd place 2’6″ Handy Hunter Derby

Tomo S. (’27) and The Prophet – 1st place 0.85m jumper class

Here is a full list of results for all QMS riders:

Oliver B. (’26) & Quest: 1x 2^nd – 0.75m jumpers, 2 x 1^st and 1 x 4^th – 0.85m jumpers, 1 x 2^nd and 1 x 3^rd – 0.85m Junior / Amateur jumpers

Reese S. (’26) & Icarus: 1 x 2^nd – 0.90 Junior / Amateur jumpers

Jasmine Z. (’26) & Caris: Champion 1.0m jumpers, 2 x 1^st and 2 x 3^rd – 1.0m jumpers, 3^rd – 0.90 Junior/Amateur jumpers

Hannah B-S. (’27) & Checkmate II – 1^st – 2’6″ Gymnastics Test, 3^rd – 2’6″ Handy Hunter Derby, 1 x 3rd, 1 x 4th, and 1 x 5^th – Low Hunter 2’6″, 1 x 3^rd and 2 x 4^th – Pre-Child Hunters 2’6″, 1 x 2^nd and 2 x 4^th – Saanich Hunters 2’6″, 1 x 1st, 1 x 2^nd and 1 x 5^th – Short Stirrup Equitation 2’6″

Poppy G-C. (’27) and Sapphire II: 1 x 3rd, 1 x 5^th and 1 x 6^th – Low Hunter 2’6″, 1 x 4^th and 2 x 5^th – Pre-Child Hunters 2’6″, 2 x 3^rd – Saanich Hunters 2’6″, 1 x 5^th – Pre-Child Equitation 2’6″, 6^th – 2’6″ Handy Hunter Derby

Halle P. (’27) & Cassius Z: 1^st – 0.9m jumpers, 2^nd – 1.0m jumpers

Tomo S. (’27) & The Prophet: 1 x 3^rd and 1 x 6^th – 0.75m jumpers, 1 x 1st, 2 x 2^nd and 2 x 3^rd – 0.85m jumpers

Tenley B. (’28) & Cheval D’Or: Reserve Champion Pre-Child Hunters 2’6″, Reserve Champion Pre-Child Equitation 2’6″, 2 x 1^st and 1 x 2^nd – Low Hunter 2’6″, 1 x 1^st and 2 x 2^nd – Pre-Child Hunters, 2 x 1^st and 1 x 3^rd – Saanich Hunters 2’6″, 2 x 2^nd and 1 x 3^rd – 2’6″ Pre-Child Equitation, 4^th – 2’6″ Handy Hunter Derby

Charlote P-L. (’28) & Pretty Please: Champion X-Pole Hunters, 2 x 1^st and 2 x 2^nd – X-Pole Hunters, 2 x 1st, 2 x 2^nd and 2 x 3^rd – Low X-Poles, 3 x 1^st Saanich Hunters 2’0″

Julie W-S. (’28) & Escalette: 1 x 2^nd – 0.90m jumpers, 1 x 3^rd – 0.85m jumpers

Neva C. (’30) & Ace of Hearts: Champion Saanich Hunters 2’3″, Champion Short Stirrup Equitation 2’3″, 1 x 1^st and 1 x 2^nd – Low Hunter 2’3″, 3 x 1^st – Saanich Hunters 2’3″, 2 x 1^st and 1 x 2^nd – Short Stirrup Equitation 2’3″

Hannah S & Sir Kaiser: 1 x 3^rd and 1 x 5^th – Low Hunter 2’3″, 2 x 2^nd and 1 x 4^th – Saanich Hunters 2’3″, 1 x 3rd, 1 x 4^th and 1 x 5^th – Short Stirrup Equitation 2’3″

Livvy R. (’32) & Go Show Blaze: Champion Beginner Equitation 2’0″, Champion Saanich Hunters 2’0″, 5 x 1st, 1 x 2^nd and 2 x 3^rd – beginner equitation 2’0″, 3 x 1^st – Saanich Hunters 2’0″, 2 x 1^st and 1 x 2^nd – Low Hunters 2’0″

Bree R. (’33) & Movie Night Popcorn: 4 x 4^th – X-Pole Hunters, 1 x 2nd, 1 x 3rd, 3 x 4^th and 1 x 5^th Low X-Poles

Photo by Anna Davydova