Press Releases – Silver Oak Jumper Tournament / The Kevin Babington Foundation

Kent Farrington and Dolores PS close the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament with a spectacular victory that came down to the final horse.

Kent Farrington and Dolores PS close the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament with a spectacular victory that came down to the final horse.

Michael Morrissey and Dolce Gusto From Second Life Z deliver a championship ride, hold off a furious late charge from Kelli Cruciotti-Vanderveen and make history as the first three-time winners of the Babington Benefit Classic.

Ali Wolff and Hesperide Du Breuil rise to the top of the podium with the fastest double-clear performance in the GGT-Footing CSI3* Welcome Grand Prix

Karl Cook and Foxy de la Roque take the blue ribbon and the fastest time in the Muny Sunk Stables CSI 3* Speed

Allen and Hadj des Fontaines top a 28-horse field as international competition gets underway at the Silver Oak Jumper Tournament

International Impact Book Awards recognizes the book with Distinguished Author honors, affirming the extraordinary power of Kevin Babington’s story to inspire readers far beyond the equestrian community

The winner of the Babington Benefit Classic will receive a complimentary Windstar cruise for two!

Returning Loyal Sponsors, the Babington Benefit Class, Live Music and an Unforgettable Week of Show Jumping Await in Traverse City

New Book Celebrates a Journey of Courage, Resilience, and the Power to Keep Moving Forward

Updated Class Height Creates an Even More Fun and Impact-Driven Competition for Riders, Horses, and the Entire Community

Community Invited to Nominate the Next Honoree Celebrating Courage, Leadership, and Hope

Fan-Favorite Performer to Take the Stage Again at March 8, 2026 Fundraiser Benefiting the Kevin Babington Foundation

I got involved in this sport as my sort of “midlife crisis,” in the fall of my life after a whirlwind career in technology—aspiring, at long last, to something resembling a life, or at least a demonstrable work-life balance.

In a powerful new episode of The MAC Express, the Kevin Babington Foundation is honored to share the remarkable story of Canadian international show jumper Jonathon Millar, who sat down with host Michael Cruciotti to reflect on an emotional year of recovery, and redemption.

World-Renowned Talent Set to Headline March 8 Fundraiser Benefiting the Kevin Babington Foundation

A Night of Music, Laughter & Celebration Benefiting the Kevin Babington Foundation

A SPECIAL EVENT TO SUPPORT KBF AT THE TOP HORSE AUCTION Top Horse Auction Proudly Featuring Mini Horse To Benefit KBF