Marilyn Jones and Sandy (CT)
Team #869: Marilyn Jones and Sandy
From: Canton, Connecticut
Ages: 77 & 25
Combined Age: 102
Test: Introductory Level Test B
Like so many of you, I took a long break from riding – in my case after a frightening riding accident when I was 40. When I retired and turned 70, I asked myself what would add quality of life to my later years, and the answer was riding. A succession of events led me to Avon Valley Show Stables in Avon, CT and to my wonderful trainer Sarah Stevenson. The first year back in the saddle was excruciating but with Sarah’s skilled, patient, and highly entertaining instruction I was able to become reasonably proficient in Hunt Seat once again. Somewhere along the way I learned of The Century Club and became intrigued by the possibility of becoming a member. The only fly in the ointment was I had no dressage training. Enter Evelyn Price, a highly skilled and inspiring equitation and dressage instructor who worked with me diligently to acquaint me with dressage fundamentals. I was astounded at how difficult it all was but finally felt ready to take my Century Ride on my horse “Sandman” -- a Hanoverian former Grand Prix jumper who is an amazing equine partner. Together we completed the Introductory Level Test B on March 15, 2025, to earn our Century Club ribbon. I am proud and humbled to join the ranks of other Century Club members and want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone in my barn family who helped make this happen.
