Kim Prince's Stellar Career
Kim Prince is a renowned show jumper and trainer from the United States, known for her remarkable accomplishments in the world of equestrian sports.
Competitive Career
Kim Prince has had a stellar career, participating on 20 Nations Cup teams and winning three World Cup Qualifier titles. Her international experience is extensive, having competed in prestigious events across the globe, including:
- Aachen, Germany
- Hickstead, England
- Dublin, Ireland
- La Baule, France
- Rome, Italy
- Rotterdam, The Netherlands
- Falsterbo, Sweden
- St. Gallen, Switzerland
- Helsinki, Finland
- Wellington, FL, USA
One of her most notable achievements includes setting a record for two Grand Prix wins in twenty-four hours in two different states (Columbia, MD, and Albany, OH) in 2000. Additionally, she placed first in both the first and fifth rounds of the World Equestrian Games (WEG) in 2002 and first in the fifth round of the WEG in 2006. Kim was also the top American at the World Cup Finals in Las Vegas, NV, in 2005, earning a fifth-place finish.
Post-Competitive Career
After her competitive career, Kim transitioned to training and developing numerous riders, including Chloe Reid, Christine McCrea, Katherine Miracle, and Alison Firestone Robitaille. She has a unique ability to identify the right horse for her students, enabling them to progress to the Grand Prix ring.
Kim has also been a member of the Miami Glory League Team on the Global Champions Tour in 2016 and 2017, alongside notable riders like Scott Brash, Georgina Bloomberg, Kent Farrington, and Jessica Mendoza.
Media and Analysis
In addition to her training and competitive career, Kim has acted as an analyst at televised events, working for channels such as Animal Planet, NBC Sports Network, Fox Sports, Washington International Horse Show, The National Horse Show, and The Global Champions Tour.
Endorsements and Contributions
Kim is endorsed by World Equestrian Brands, which distributes Amerigo saddles among other products. She appreciates Amerigo saddles for their design process, which includes a detailed study of the biomechanics of the horse, ensuring the saddles do not hinder the horse's movement and promote correct use of their bodies.
"What I appreciate about Amerigo saddles is the thought process that goes into the design, how the biomechanics of the horse are studied in detail, and how the saddles never hinder the horse's movement, allowing correct half halts, canter, and jumping. The saddles are in tune with the horse's movement and promote correct use of their bodies."
- Kim Prince
Current Activities
Kim continues to train and mentor the next generation of show jumpers, leveraging her extensive experience and expertise to help her students achieve their goals.
For more information about Kim Prince, visit her official website: www.kimberlyprince.com
