At Higher Ground Farm it is not only about our success in the ring but also about how our experiences can help others. Judy Garofalo-Torres is not only a mentor to the individuals that train with her but she is also an inspiration to the community. A competitive horse show life and having a family holds a very demanding schedule but takes every opportunity she can to reach out to the community by helping organizations that she believes in.
Congratulations to our HGF riders and horses for their success at the following shows:
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Agrusa H leased by Dagny Mactaggart was 7th in the Training Jumper with Judy Garofalo Torres.
Rober Rabbit owned by Lindsay Strafuss was 4th in the Training Jumper with Candice Schober.
United owned by Lindsay Strafuss was 1st place in the Training Jumper with Judy Garofalo Torres.
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Agrusa H leased by Dagny Mactaggart was 2nd in the Low Schooling Jumper and 6th in the Add Back Jumper with Judy Garofalo Torres.
United owned by Lindsay Strafuss was 1st in the Low Schooling Jumper and 5th in the Add Back Jumper with Judy Garofalo Torres.
Roger Rabbit owned by Lindsay Strafuss was 3rd in the Low Schooling Jumper with Candice Schober.
Congratulations to Higher Ground Farm student, Dagny McTaggert, for helping Zone 2 finish with the silver medal in the USHJA Regional Championships.
Wellington FL, April 4, 2014: La Victoria Performance continues to stay at the top of their game with the highest quality Equine Health and Horse Products. The company is proud to show its continuous commitment to the equine industry and the sport of show jumping, by announcing their sponsorship of Grand Prix rider, Judy Garofalo-Torres.
About La Victoria Performance
With a strong heritage in many equestrian disciplines, La Victoria Performance uses the latest scientific developments combined with best quality ingredients to offer riders the opportunity to BE FIRST MORE OFTEN. The product line is update-driven by customer and veterinarians and guarantees more efficient absorption and better results for peak performance with no discomfort. Sylvia Firestone, Founder of LVP whose family and daughter compete regularly in world class horse shows is committed to deliver the best product lines on the market. “After 35 years, I have designed and reformulated a more effective and less invasive product line for all these great horses to maintain their prime condition. We guarantee it, 100%.” La Victoria Performance Equine Health and Horse Products include a lineup of Joint, Gastro, Respiratory, Calming and Anhidrosis Products
About Judy Garofalo-Torres
On her new Grand Prix horse, Quattro Queen, Judy Garofalo-Torres is quickly moving up the rankings after taking a year off for the birth of her baby girl Charlotte, with high rankings at the 2013 Hampton Classic, the 2013 Gold Cup, 2014 The Ridge Grand Prix series, and the 2014 Winter Equestrian Festival. Not new to success, Judy casino online has represented the US in many international competitions including the Super League Tour with her legendary mount Oliver. The successful is featured with many show jumping legends in the book, “Unbridled Passion”. At her stunning farm based out of Millbrook NY, Judy runs a successful training and sales horse operation. Higher Ground Farm is the hub for developing riders and horses to their fullest potential. Judy’s experience with some of the top rider’s and trainers in the world give her the knowledge to create successful horse and rider partnerships. She designs training programs to meet the individual goals of every horse and rider team at Higher Ground Farm. “Our approach to training keeps our clients consistently in the top ribbons at all the major shows they attend.” Judy is thrilled to be sponsored by La Victoria Performance championship Products. “I am excited about our new partnership with La Victoria Performance. After looking into the quality of their products, I feel they are the best products for our horses. When our horses are happy and feeling good then winning comes easy.”
Renowned Equestrian Judy Garofalo-Torres Will Be Honored with Much Deserved Humanitarian Award at Second Annual TBDA Gala
NEW YORK (March 27, 2014) - The Tick-Borne Disease Alliance (TBDA), one of the country’s most authoritative voices on Lyme disease, is pleased to announce that this year’s Humanitarian Honoree will be awarded to Judy Garofalo-Torres, international Grand-Prix show jumping rider and member of the United States Equestrian Team. A competitive rider and avid animal lover since the age of 12, Garofalo-Torres was infected with Lyme disease during one of many rides at her farm in Millbrook, New York.
“I have been around horses all my life, and never considered the possibility that I was putting my career and personal life in danger,” said Garofalo-Torres. “It wasn’t until months later when I was initially infected with Lyme disease that I began to experience severe symptoms. At the time, I was training for the Hampton Classic Horse Show in 2010, and had a very difficult time performing at my best level. In fact, I had to forfeit myself from the competition that day due to an unforeseen incident that made me so sick I could barely stand. This scary incident eventually led to my diagnosis with Lyme disease.”
Before she was officially diagnosed with Lyme, Garofalo-Torres visited her general practitioner after she began to experience debilitating symptoms that mimic those of other diseases. After several visits to the doctor, Garofalo-Torres was told that the symptoms were all in her head and recommended visiting a psychiatrist. Since then, Garofalo-Torres has shown great strength in her brave fight against Lyme which possesses an unrivaled commitment to raising awareness and funds for both human and animal Lyme sufferers across the country.
A business owner herself, Garofalo-Torres is equally committed to promoting organizations and products that help with muscle and joint stiffness stemmed from the effects of Lyme disease. One of her current sponsors, BeneFab Products, provides products for horses and humans, which are infused with ceramic material (sometimes known as far-infrared fabric) that help increase circulation and alleviate pain. Garofalo-Torres also acts as a resource and support system for equestrian riders who have been affected by Lyme throughout the country.
“It is a privilege to honor Judy at this year’s gala, as she has been a huge supporter of the Tick-Borne Disease Alliance and advocates for both animal and human sufferers of Lyme disease,” said David Roth, Co-Chairman of TBDA and Managing Director at Blackstone. “Although a Lyme vaccine has been identified for animals, the threat still lingers and prevention is imperative for animals and owners of animals, as it is not uncommon that humans can contract Lyme disease simply from coming into contact with ticks that live on the surface of pets.”
The gala will be held on May 1, 2014 at Chelsea Piers in New York City. This year’s theme, entitled “The Great Imitator Masquerade Ball,” looks to shed light on this debilitating disease, which often mimics other diseases with similar symptoms, and will be the premier kick-off event for Lyme Disease Awareness Month in May. The gala is attended by more than 600 prominent guests, including some of the nation’s leaders in the financial and business industry, along with a community of high net worth individuals who are committed to supporting this cause as a result of personally being affected by this disease.
Money raised at this year’s gala will be help TBDA bolster awareness, promote advocacy for Lyme and other tick-borne diseases, and raise funds for research and an accurate and reliable diagnostic tool. Once this tool is in place and early diagnosis can be identified properly, patients can be prevented from becoming chronic sufferers.
For more information and to purchase tickets to this year’s gala, please visit www.TBDAlliance.org, TBDA’s Facebook page, Twitter page, or call 914-579-1000.
About the Tick-Borne Disease Alliance
The Tick-Borne Disease Alliance is dedicated to raising awareness, promoting advocacy and supporting initiatives to find a cure for tick-borne diseases including Lyme. As part of its efforts, TBDA is embarking on a quest to develop a reliable diagnostic tool as a first step toward eradicating the disease. Working with others in the tick-borne disease community nationwide, TBDA seeks to raise public awareness through education and create a unified voice for advocacy regarding the current epidemic in order to make a real difference. More information about TBDA, Lyme and tick-borne diseases, and prevention and protection can be found at www.TBDAlliance.org.
Judy Garofalo-Torres makes an appearance at the 2014 Vinceremos Therapeutic Riding Center Annual Dinner/Auction to take photos with the riders and volunteers of the year.
