09/27/2026
Good morning, everyone!
This is a post we hate having to make, but it is necessary.
The GCSC does **not** condone the mistreatment of a horse or any other animal, under any circumstances. The safety and well-being of our horses, riders, and everyone involved in our organization will always be a priority.
We also understand that horses are horses. They are sometimes young, green, excited, fresh, or simply feeling good, and they may buck, act up, or test their rider. **That is part of working with horses.** We are a saddle club, and schooling, learning, making mistakes, and improving are all part of the journey. None of us started out knowing everything, and our goal is to provide a place where both riders and horses can learn and grow.
However, there is a very important difference between correcting and schooling a horse and **mistreating or abusing an animal.** That is a line we will not allow to be crossed.
We also want to be very clear that **disrespect toward another individual will not be tolerated.** We expect our members, parents, riders, and spectators to treat one another with the same respect and sportsmanship that we expect them to show toward the horses.
A situation occurred at last night’s show that required our attention, and we have addressed the matter directly with the child’s parent. We will continue to handle situations like this appropriately and according to our rules and expectations.
Our goal has always been to make GCSC a place where families can come together, where kids can learn, where horses can be schooled, and where everyone can feel welcome and supported.
We are here to learn, grow, compete, and support one another but never at the expense of an animal or another person.
Thank you for helping us continue to make GCSC the kind of organization we can all be proud to be a part of. ❤️🐴
