Devon, PA--Dressage at Devon Presented by WTDirect kicks off Tuesday, September 25 with breed show classes. Once again the competitor’s roster for the show reads like a Who’s Who of the equestrian world. With Olympians like Lars Petersen from Denmark and Ashley Holzer from Canada in the Grand Prix, as well as local favorites such as KYW Newsradio personality Susan Springsteen in the Intermediaire I, the show is sure to be a crowd pleaser. American team bronze medalist at the 2006 World Championships Leslie Morse has made the haul from California to compete with her international partner Tip Top 962. The event, held at the Devon Horse Show Grounds September 25-30, 2007, has become an area tradition for more than 30 years.

“Dressage at Devon attracts quality competitors, which makes it really fun to watch,” said Chairman of the Board Jim Hall. “Visitors return year after year because they know they are going to see some of the best horses in North America.”

Several other horse and rider combinations are drawing attention. Karin Reid Offield will be riding the FEI World Cup Dressage Finals Reserve Champion Lingh. The pair has participated in a few shows, but this will be the first time the duo will be seen by such a large audience. Another entry generating excitement is last year’s Grand Prix winner Courtney King with Idocus. “Courtney is a crowd favorite,” explains Hall. “The entire crowd rides every step with her.” King is well known for reaching the pinnacle of the sport through hard work, years of persistence and a wonderful attitude.