Therapeutic Riders Division of the Devon Horse Show
Presented by Brushwood Stable and The Jane C. MacElree Family Foundation.
Saturday, May 23, 2026, at Thorncroft. Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the Devon Horse Show.
Closing date for entries: April 1, 2026
Event held rain or shine.
2026 Sponsorship Opportunities
The 2026 Competition
The 2026 Therapeutic Riders Division Horse Show will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026 at Thorncroft Equestrian Center. The presentation of the trophies and championship class will occur on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at the grounds of the Devon Horse Show. For all questions, please email trdatdevon@gmail.com
Welcoming over 125 riders annually, T.R.D. is a testament to the hard work, talent, and preparation of its riders, culminating in a weekend of celebration for all involved. With three divisions and over 45 classes offered, T.R.D. is a premier competition for riders with and without disabilities, and an event of note to our community, welcoming over 400 visitors on Saturday, and innumerable guests to the Championship Class on Sunday.
The History of T.R.D.
In 1980, the front lawn at Thorncroft was the site of a powerful meeting of minds. A small group of dedicated volunteers from Bryn Mawr Rehab and Thorncroft assembled to discuss a moment in history for therapeutic riding, a day in May that would coincide with the world-famous Devon Horse Show, “The Therapeutic Riders Division of the Devon Horse Show.” Eleven riders competed in that first show, setting a standard of excellence, and creating the foundation for a show that has grown to recently include over 125 riders from the northeast. Over the many years, devoted volunteers and riders have nurtured and developed the show to where it is today, a nationally respected competition.
2026 Grand Champion Sponsors
- Brushwood Stable
- The Jane C. MacElree Family Foundation
- Brushwood Stable
- Ron Blair
- Dr. Stephanie Bennett
- The Jane C. MacElree Family Foundation
- Tiffany Meyer and Stan Bowers
- Chrisanne Mortensen and Andi Bates
- The Parnell Family
- Perri's Leather
- The T.R.D. Committee
- Videon Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
2026 Trophy Sponsors
2025 T.R.D. Trophy Winners
The Hope Montgomery Scott Perpetual Memorial Trophy Champion
Championship Horse of the Year
The Ann Dixon Artistic Award
The Anne Joyce Cochrane Trophy
The Brushwood Challenge Trophy
Awarded to the rider entered in Divisions I, II, III, or IV with the highest combined score from one equitation class and one dressage class.
Sponsored by Brushwood Stable
Champion: Michael Serocki of Thorncroft Equestrian Center
Reserve Champion: Régine Théodore-Wise of Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding
The E.W. Garbisch Trophy
Awarded to the rider entered in Division, I, II, III, or IV with the highest score from one equitation class.
Sponsored by Mr. and Mrs. Wade L. McDevitt
Champion: Dell Jesse of CATRA
Reserve Champion: Rowan Gauveau of Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy
The Hilltop Trophy
Awarded to the rider with the highest combined score in Division I, class 2, 4, or 5, plus class 7, 9, or 10, plus class 12 or 13.
Sponsored by Jane C. MacElree
Champion: Kylee Kelly of TaKE Center
Reserve Champion: Emily Hayes of Thorncroft Equestrian Center
The Circle of Friends Trophy
Awarded to the rider with the highest combined score in Division II class 15, 17, or 18, plus class 22 or 23, plus class 25 or 26.
Sponsored by The Parnell Family
Champion: Regine Theodore-Wise of Freedom Hills Therapeutic Riding
Reserve Champion: Crystal Rhodes of Ivy Hill Therapeutic Equestrian Center
The Thorncroft Perpetual Trophy
Awarded to the rider with the highest combined score in Division III class 28 or 29, plus class 31 or 32, plus class 35.
Sponsored by Stan Bowers and Tiffany Meyer
Champion: George Solomon of Ivy Hill Therapeutic Equestrian Center
Reserve Champion: Rowan Gauveau of Pegasus Therapeutic Riding Academy
The Stephanie Bennett Perpetual Trophy
Support the Farm!
Since 1969 Thorncroft has provided a safe haven for children and adults with and without disabilities. The Farm now includes 70 acres of open space, a conference center, office space and two beautiful indoor arenas… but the work does not stop there.
Learn more about the many ways you can support Thorncroft.
