HOY 2025 – Another Incredible Event! See You in 2026!

DEFENDER Horse of the Year 2025 was an unforgettable week, and we were proud to be part of NZ’s premier equestrian event! 🏇✨ It was fantastic to connect with riders, showcase our Premium Arena Groomers and Arena Rakes, and see firsthand the passion and talent in the equestrian community.

Congratulations to Our Winners!

A huge well done to our sponsored rider Ella Cooper-Levin and her horse Eva on their fantastic competition, and to Samantha Belsham, winner of the HOY Young Rider Championship and  the REDBACK Arena Groomers CDI Young Rider Individual test—the event we were proud to sponsor!

And of course, a big congratulations to the winner of our Luxury Gift Pack draw—head over to our Facebook page to see who took home the prize! 🎁🎉

See You at HOY 2026!

If you missed us this time, don’t worry—we’ll be back for HOY 2026 with more exciting displays, expert advice, and exclusive event offers. Be sure to follow us on Facebook & Instagram to stay updated on next year’s event and special promotions.