Meet our Sponsored Riders
Why do we sponsor riders? Because at Halter Ego, we believe that true excellence in equestrian sport isn’t just about competition—it’s about the relentless pursuit of mastery, the dedication to the horse-rider partnership, and the courage to push limits. Our Sponsored Riders embody these values. Driven, disciplined, and committed to refining their craft every single day, they represent the best in horsemanship and leadership, inspiring others through their actions both in and out of the ring. That’s why we provide them with cutting-edge products they can trust — gear that enhances their performance and elevates the sport itself. More than ambassadors, they are essential partners in our journey, testing, refining, and proving that every Halter Ego product meets the highest standards of excellence.
Because when you believe in something, you don’t just wear it - you live it!
Sarah Tubman (Lockman)
Sarah Tubman (Lockman), is a distinguished International Grand Prix American dressage rider renowned for her dedication to developing top-quality horses from young prospects to the FEI levels. Based at the picturesque Donato Farms in Wellington, Florida, Sarah collaborates closely with her husband, FEI 4* judge Lee Tubman, to provide exceptional training, coaching, and management for competition dressage horses.
Sarah’s equestrian journey began in her youth, where she explored various disciplines, including western pleasure, trail, barrel racing, roping, and hunter/jumper competitions. Her passion for eventing led her to compete up to the CCI3* level. At 16, she transitioned to high-performance dressage, and in 2012 started her own business marking the start of her illustrious career.
A pivotal moment came in 2017 when Sarah partnered with Summit Farm to focus on building a smaller boutique style business, focused on producing horses for the top of the sport. Shortly after this she was matched with Dutch Warmblood stallion, First Apple. The pair’s synergy led to remarkable achievements, including individual gold and team silver medals at the 2019 Pan American Games in Lima, Peru. The duo continued to excel, making their large tour Nations Cup debut at the CHIO Aachen in 2023, further solidifying their status on the international stage. Sarah has been short listed for 2022 World Equestrian Games, 2023 member of the USEF pre- Elite list, and 2023 World Cup first reserve ride, After spending two summers in Germany representing the U.S. at many top competitions she ended 2023 with a bang winning another gold medal at the 2023 Pan American Games as the anchor rider for team USA.
In 2021, Sarah married Lee Tubman, and together they have established a dynamic presence in the dressage community.
Sarah’s current roster of competition horses showcases her commitment to excellence. Alongside First Apple , she competes with RS Damon owned by Donato Farms at the International GP level , Dow Jones owned by Chris and Arlene Palabe at the International GP level, Lyamora, a promising 10 year-old Dutch Warmblood mare who is competing at the Intermediare II, and 10 year old Gorklintgards Smarties who is owned by GS Syndicate in the Young Horse Grand Prix , and Barton VDL, owned by The Barton Group, a 10 year old breeding stallion at the Young Horse Grand Prix. Her dedication to nurturing young talent underscores her philosophy of developing horses with patience and precision with the goals of representing the U.S. at the top of the sport and internationally for years to come!
Beyond her competitive pursuits, Sarah is passionate about making dressage more accessible and affordable, aspiring to broaden participation in the sport. Her vision includes representing the United States in future international competitions, such as the World Cup , World Equestrian Games and Olympic Games, reflecting her unwavering commitment to her craft.
Sarah Tubman’s journey from a versatile young rider to an international dressage competitor exemplifies her dedication, adaptability, and relentless pursuit of excellence in the equestrian Sport!
Follow Sarah's journey on Instagram: @sldressage
Jennifer Williams
Jennifer Schrader-Williams is an International Grand Prix dressage rider and trainer who has trained and ridden several horses to the Grand Prix level.
In addition to her dedication to training, she is a fierce competitor with many accolades. She is a five-time US Nations Cup Rider and is a US National Grand Prix Champion.
She is currently competing Joppe K and Babylon Berlin at the CDI Grand Prix level as well as her pipeline of younger horses at the national levels.
In addition to training and competing regularly, she offers clinics and sales.
Follow Jennifer's journey on Instagram: @jenniferwilliamsdressage
Rebecca Rigdon
Rebecca Ridgon-Blake has been riding for the past 44 years and competing for 41, receiving her Bronze, Silver, and Gold medals on a horse she trained by the age of 22.
She has started over 100 horses, trained more than 60 through Third Level, over 40 through Prix St George, and 12 through Grand Prix, with 8 of the 12 Grand Prix horses personally trained from three and four-year-olds.
Rebecca has trained with her mentor, Christine Traurig, for over 20 years, as well as extensively with Guenter Seidel, Ulf Moller, Steffen Peters, Conrad Schumacher, her husband David Blake, and her mother, Arlene Rigdon.
To date, Rebecca has competed at the USEF Festival of Champions in the Intermediare I division twice, receiving Reserve Champion in 2019 and Third in 2021.
She has been invited to compete at the Young Horse Championships at the Festival of Champions in the four through six-year-old division, as well as the Developing Prix St George and Developing Grand Prix every year for the past seven years, receiving honors from fifth overall through
Reserve Champion, while competing two to three horses every year.
In 2023, she was ranked #1 in the US FEI 6 year old division with MSJ For VIP’s qualifying her to compete at the prestigious World Breeding Championships where she finished 23rd in the World and in 2024, Rebecca was again ranked #1 in the 7 year old division with MSJ For VIP’s in the US and invited to represent the US at World Breeding Championships where she placed 14th in the Big Final!
She is the first US rider to compete at WBC with the same horse two years in a row.
For the past several years, she has been on the Young Horse Emerging list with USEF as well as the Developing list, and she has received numerous invitations to train in the Young Horse, Developing, and High-Performance training program sessions.
She has coached numerous students who have gone on to receive their Bronze, Silver, and Gold medals.
Rebecca previously ran an extensive breeding program at Freedom Hill Stables training three of her foals to Grand Prix, and
she continues a small breeding program today.
She was also was a USEF ‘r’ judge (with her ‘R’ hours done) as well as completing the requirements to become a Sport Horse Judge, however her passion for training and coaching have prioritized her time, and she gave up those licenses.
Rebecca has always aspired to not only be the most patient, tenacious, correct rider and trainer possible, but also to further her career beyond National limits and push beyond International walls, earning recognition and respect in this sport globally.
Follow Rebecca's journey on Instagram: @rigdonandblakestables
Kim Kulesa
Kim Kulesa trains out of Fox Canyon Farm in Somis, CA. She teaches horses and riders to reach their full potential. Her students have been top in Hawaii, California and USDF year end award winners through the FEI levels. Every year since 1985, her riders have competed and won USDF year-end awards at all levels. She and her students have earned more than thirty HCTA championships from Training to Grand Prix. She has trained 8 horses to the Grand Prix and over thirty through the various FEI levels.
Follow Kim's journey on Instagram: @kimkulesadressage
Laura DeCesari
Laura DeCesari (DeCesari Equestrian) is a USDF Bronze, Silver, and Gold Medalist with distinction, known for developing all of her horses from the ground up. Her journey in dressage began with standout success as a Junior and Young Rider, earning 5th individually at the 2007 NAJYRC and Team Gold in 2010—both on horses she trained herself.
Laura credits her strong foundation to mentor Eleanor Stine-Masek and her early exposure to timeless horsemanship principles from legendary horsemen such as Buck Brannaman and Ray Hunt.
Much of Laura’s Grand Prix refinement and confidence in the arena was built through her training with Steffen Peters, whose mentorship has been instrumental in her development. David Wightman is now a key part of her team, helping further refine her skills on the journey in international competition.
Founder of DeCesari Equestrian, named in honor of her late father, Laura has helped riders earn their USDF bronze, silver and gold medals and succeed at Regionals, Finals, NAJYRC, and more. Her boutique program develops international-quality horses and supports riders in achieving their highest potential.
Laura built the DeCesari Equestrian Academy to share the wealth of knowledge she has gathered throughout her career. This platform also enables her to focus on achieving her own international dressage goals while continuing to support and inspire the next generation of riders.
Every day Laura looks to be a better horseman and competitive dressage rider. She uses long lining, groundwork and outside the box methods like riding bridle-less to have better communication with the horse.
Follow Laura's journey on Instagram: @laura.decesari
Elyse Hart
Elyse Hart is an FEI dressage rider, USDF Silver Medalist, and recovery/ mental health advocate based in Southern California.
After overcoming addiction and building a life in long-term sobriety, Elyse returned to the horse world after a 17-year break. What began as a personal goal became a remarkable comeback defined by resilience, growth, and a deep appreciation for the horse-rider partnership.
Today, she competes with her Hanoverian gelding, Bob, while balancing motherhood, business ownership, and life in recovery.
As one of Halter Ego’s earliest sponsored riders, Elyse proudly represents a brand that believed in her from the beginning. Her story reflects the belief that success is rarely a straight path, and that the most meaningful victories often happen beyond the show ring.
Follow Elyse's journey on Instagram: @all_hart_equestrian
Molly Maloney
Molly Maloney is a USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold medalist. Molly has always had a love for the training process and strives to find harmony and balance while moving up the training scale. Never having the opportunity to ride a made horse, her success in the show ring has been based on training horse herself. Molly has a passion for young horses and loves working with them to progress them up the levels. The past two seasons she has had the opportunity to compete in multiple CDIs at small tour and medium tour. She has also been nationally ranked in the top ten on multiple horses at Third level, PSG, Int 1, and Int 2. Molly runs her own facility in Clinton Corners NY.
Follow Molly's journey on Instagram: @mmdressage_