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Ty Simpson

Rider

Ty grew up at the horse shows alongside his parents Nicki and Will Simpson and sister Sophie Simpson, eventually getting the riding bug himself around age 12. A successful rider in his own right, Ty’s junior highlights include Young Rider Championships and Equitation Finals. After branching out to ride for several professional US trainers, Ty has now returned to Riffle Hitch and the family business. As an U25 rider, his focus is now on developing young horses and competing in Grand Prix levels.

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Simone Besutti

Trainer

Growing up in the Veneto region of Northern Italy, Simone left his home at age 16 to take his first job working for Gianluca Bormioli coaching the Junior/Young Riders team. He went on to become certified as a federal trainer in 2003, surpassing all standards and receiving the highest certifications available from the Italian Federation. Simone spent the next decade-plus riding and training for various farms throughout Italy, Belgium, and Mexico with La Silla Stable. This eventually led him to the US and Evergate Stables, working alongside Harrie Smolders for several years. He joined the Riffle Hitch team in 2023 where he helps prepare students and horses for various national, international and Grand Prix competitions.