Kilian Mcgrath

Kilian started her equestrian career at a very young age of 3. She began riding with Fieldstone Riding Club from age 3-6 competing in the short stirrup hunter and equitation divisions. She had the opportunity to catch ride on the A circuit and decided to make the move to train under Leslie Steele. She rode with Leslie from age 6-16 where she acquired many top ten placings and championships in the hunters, jumpers, and equitation. Some of her accomplishments include Champion of the PCHA 14 and under, Reserve Champion in the Onodarka Finals, Large Junior Hunter Finals Champion 15 & under. After several years under the supervision of Leslie Steele, Kilian decided to further her knowledge of the sport by moving to train under Karen Healey. Kilian went on to win the individual gold and team bronze medal as the anchor rider at the NAYJC in Kentucky. Kilian also went on to numerous top ten finishes in California medal finals and qualified for national finals between 2008-2012. Some of those accomplishments include Champion 17 and under equitation at Capital Challenge, 3rd place of USET Finals west, USEF Style of Riding award, USHJA Equestrian of the Year, Showjumping Hall of Fame Junior Rider Western Conference, CPHA Lifetime Junior Achievement Award, and PCHA Friendship Cup. After her junior career, Kilian was asked to work for Georgy Maskery-Segesman as her rider for all sale horses between 2013-2015. She went on to multiple top 10 finishes in the local California Grand Prix. She also competed up to the 1.45-1.50 level at Spruce Meadows and was invited to compete in the 1.45-1.50 at the Longines Los Angeles Masters. Kilian then worked for Tasha Visokay as her Assitant trainer, where she grew her skills as a teacher and coach. Kilian helped clients achieve their goals from the 2’9 hunters, national medal finals, and FEI/Grand Prix level. Kilian now works with Georgy Maskrey-Segesman at Whitethorne ranch. (Source)

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