A Prestigious Recognition for a Standout Season
At the EquiGala, the Belgium Young Riders showjumping team was honoured with the Rookie of the Year award, a distinction that recognises exceptional impact, consistency, and performance at international level within the Belgian equestrian system.
The award highlights a season in which the team demonstrated maturity, competitiveness, and a clear collective identity on major championship stages, confirming Belgium’s strength in youth development.
More Than Talent: Performance Under Pressure
The Rookie of the Year title goes beyond individual ability. It reflects a year marked by decisive rounds in high-pressure environments, consistent results across international competitions, and the ability to deliver as a team when it mattered most.
Throughout the season, the Belgium Young Riders combined technical skill with composure and strategic riding, proving that they are not only promising talents, but already reliable contenders at championship level.
Our Riders Within the Winning Team
Among the athletes contributing to this achievement are Evelyne Putters, Leon Brutsaert, and Bart Jay Jr. Vandecasteele, riders whose journey reflects a structured and demanding approach to high-level development.
Their presence within the squad highlights the effectiveness of a pathway built on long-term vision, international exposure, and the ability to translate education into performance on championship stages.
A Connection Built Through Development
This achievement also underlines the value of the work carried out through the Young Riders Academy, where performance is developed alongside education, responsibility, and a deeper understanding of what it means to compete at elite level.
Supporting young athletes through a structured environment that combines sport, values, and long-term growth allows riders to mature not only as competitors, but as professionals prepared for the demands of top-level showjumping.
Seeing riders connected to this pathway succeed as part of a championship-winning team is a clear confirmation of the strength and relevance of this approach.