“We would be hard pressed,” adds Saly Glassman, owner
of Kevin’s 2004 Olympic partner, Carling King, “to invest in a
person that would pay a better return than Kevin. He needs
and deserves our support. He has given selflessly to us. Now
it’s our turn, as a community, to reciprocate and show our
gratitude.”
“Kevin has come back to the industry and environment
that he loves,” Dianna says. “He is completely in his element.
He doesn’t see himself as a ‘former rider.’ He talks
about riding in the present tense and brings that same
energy to every lesson he gives now. We’re still in the first
year after this injury and with me ‘in his holster’ he has a lot
to contribute.’”
With her legs and their hands on the reins to their future,
both Babingtons are finding balance and moving forward.
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“This was the 20th anniversary and it is always an honor to
present this award,” says Cara Anthony. “It is a culmination
of classes and performances in and outside the ring, and
many people, including gates, stewards, judges, trainers,
office staff, and riders, participate in the voting.
When Cara presented the trophy, “Dianna was there,
as was Marielle. Kevin was unable to as COVID-19 protocol
was in place. Dianna said how proud Kevin was of
Gwyneth and how sorry he was to miss it but he watched
the live stream! The family was full of gratitude.”
As Dianna continues to rebuild their business by teaching,
training, riding and working with clients at all levels, Babington
Mills products, including its dust-free bedding alternative
(chopped straw with all fines and dust removed)
is gaining traction with a growing network of barns and
customers.
“Having used the bedding for the ‘love of my life,’ Merlin,
aka EuroStar,” says Jeff Papows, PhD., friend of the Babingtons
and organizer of the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament,
“it’s easy to keep clean, more absorbent, lighter, more
biodegradable and devoid of dust, saving a ton of work.
“Referrals of Babington Mills products} to barns and feed
stores, and your own orders, will help Kevin immensely.”
Babington Mills forage-based feeds are free of corn, sugar,
or molasses, and packed with vitamins, minerals, and pre-/
probiotics for horses at all ages and stages of performance.
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Babington family awards photo.
Kevin at the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament, 2019
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