Annabelle Brown and Maxlight Take the Spotlight
$5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby
July 4, 2025 at 1:08 PMBy b.wehner
It was a standout week at the State College Classic at Kocher Farm, and one of the brightest highlights came from Annabelle Brown, who topped the leaderboard in the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby 3’ aboard Maxlight.
Delivering two stylish and composed rounds, Brown and Maxlight impressed the judges with their rhythm, elegance, and precision. Their performance earned them the blue ribbon in a competitive class and marked a high point in a week filled with top-notch riding.
With poise and polish, the pair proved they were a class above—and their victory added extra shine to an already exciting week of competition.
Photo by Pexel.
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