Gaby Salick - USA Event Rider

Full Name: Gaby Salick

Date of Birth: 10th March, 1974.

Marital Status: Permanently engaged!

Children: 0

Occupation: Professional rider

Equestrian sporting relatives: none

When/Why I first started riding: I started riding when I was ten years old.

Name of first pony: Snow Scout

First competitive riding experience: I competed with my pinto Arabian in English pleasure classes when I was eleven.

Trainer(s): Scott King, Judy Martin, Tim Grubb, John Pearce, Barney Ward

First afflicted event: I started showing in the jumper divisions at local California shows like Showpark and The Oaks when I was twelve.

Worst injury: I've done it all- broken pelvis, fractured vertebrae, lots of head bumping...

Most admired rider(s) and why: I always loved watching Tim Grubb ride...he was the most beautifully sympathetic, natural rider. I also like watching Barney and McLain Ward...it's fun to watch a father and son who are both so disciplined and accurate, and yet so different in their styles.

Favourite show and why:CSIO La Baule- The atmosphere, town, courses and level of sport are so incredible. Competing on the American team here was one of the most inspiring experiences of my lifetime.

Best advice given: "If your horse wants to jump clear, let him! (Tim Grubb)

What other career would you have chosen: Latin teacher

Who would you most like to have dinner with: my wonderful fiancé

Favourite colour: Pink

Favourite number: hmmm....anything lucky

Favourite meal: Macaroni and cheese

Favourite drink: Iced green tea

Achievements:

1st place $25,000 Oaks Summer Classic Grand Prix (August, 2004),

1st place $50,000 Rio Vista Grand Prix (World cup Qualifier) (February, 2003)

1st place $40,000 Andersons Foothill Grand Prix (June,2003)

1st place $15,000 Alberta Cup (June,2003)

1st place Grand prix of Fontainbleu (May,2002)

2nd place $75,000 Bayer Grand Prix of Indio ( February, 2005)

3rd place $150,000 American Invitational (April 2002)

5th place $175,000 Chrysler Cup Spruce Meadows Derby (July,2003)

Qualified for Final round of 2005 World Cup Finals.