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Sharon White

Sharon White on a gray horse jumping a rolltop on a cross country course.

The Inspiring Journey of Sharon White

Sharon White is an international CCI5* three-day eventing rider, trainer, and Level 4 USEA ICP Certified Instructor based at Last Frontier Farm in Summit Point, West Virginia. With over 25 years of experience as a professional equestrian, she is a well-respected and dedicated horsewoman known for her commitment to the sport.

Competitive Career

Sharon White has had an illustrious career, marked by over 10 visits to the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event with five different horses. She has also competed in CCI5* events at Lühmuhlen (France) and Les Etoiles de Pau (France), as well as CCI4* events at Boekelo (Netherlands) and Hartpury (United Kingdom). Sharon has represented the United States in FEI Eventing Nations Cup competitions and was a reserve rider for the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games.

Career Highlights

  • 2023: Earned her first pinque coat and a team silver medal for the U.S. Eventing Team at the Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, competing with Claus 63.
  • 2018: Top-10 finish at Land Rover Kentucky with Cooley On Show.
  • 2011: Recipient of the inaugural Rebecca Broussard National Developing Rider Grant.

In addition to her eventing accomplishments, Sharon is also a USDF Silver Medalist and has competed in pure show jumping.

Background and Early Career

Sharon's journey with horses began when she was 12 years old, thanks to her parents who set up her first riding lesson. She worked for Olympic event rider Torrance Watkins, who remains a significant influence on her riding today. After graduating with honors from George Mason University, Sharon began working and training with Bruce Davidson Sr. at Chesterland Farm. In 1998, she started her own business out of leased property at River View Farm and later purchased Last Frontier Farm in 2002.

Personal Life and Inspirations

Sharon draws much of her inspiration from her mother, Carol, who was diagnosed with a terminal brain tumor in 2002 and passed away in 2013. Sharon is also a sought-after clinician, frequently traveling to farms around the country to share her empathetic, thoughtful, and holistic training philosophy. She believes in the importance of giving back and currently supports various equestrian organizations.

Current Endeavors

Sharon continues to compete at the highest levels of eventing and remains an influential figure in the equestrian community. She is currently based at Last Frontier Farm, where she trains and mentors the next generation of riders.

For more information about Sharon White, please visit her official website at www.lastfrontierfarm.com.

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