Eleanor McClain

Wow what a dream come true 😍 just being chosen to represent Area V meant the world to me, but to be able to compete and even bring home gold with some of my favorite people was surreal and I’m still in shock.

I want to say thank you to my family for supporting me in this every step of the way. Y’all have been so amazing and I couldn’t have made it this far without you.
I’m so grateful to @lisa__phillips5 @kc5ring and @deeppurpleeventing for preparing me for this show, and a huge thank you to @o.connor.equestrian and @stephtassos for pouring into us all weekend. Steph and Karen were the glue that held us together, and I loved getting to work with y’all.
Also, big thank you to @horsegrlclaire for being my groom this weekend. You were so supportive and kind, and I don’t think I would’ve been able to survive the weekend without you. You’ve always been there for me, and I couldn’t have asked for anyone better to groom for me. Love you girl 🩷

My biggest thank you goes out to Calla Lily, with whom I wouldn’t have been able to do this without. Everything she does, she pours her whole heart and strength into, attacking every phase with the courage of a lion and the heart of an angel. She’s such an honest mare and always challenges me to do my best. I love her so deeply and she always manages to make me laugh because of her beautiful personality. It’s such a privilege to be able to ride her, and I don’t know how I got so lucky. I couldn’t ask for a better partner, teammate, and friend. Thank you, Lily. You deserve the world 💜

All in all, what an amazing and unforgettable experience. It was such an honor to get to know @oliviapratt_eventing and to be able to compete alongside @l.schaefeventing and @e.griffitheventing who have been my teammates since day one. I love all of you so much and here’s to a great show 🥂🎉🥳

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