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The Gabriel Family names the farm Picadeiro Eugenio Silva. Eugenio Silva has been a dear friend of the family for more than 30 years.
Jorge Gabriel announces the acquisition of a new White Fences property, establishing Casa Lusitana operations in both Florida and Massachusetts.
White Fences' location only 15 minutes from Wellington’s stunning new equestrian park and Palm Beach County’s fine competitive and recreational facilities, make White Fences an easy place to be part of what’s happening in the horse world, all winter long. Winter warmth and elite dressage combine as many of the sport's best horses and riders head south to Palm Beach County for the season. Casa Lusitana is pleased to join this community. 
NEDA announces Jorge Gabriel and Sansao HM The 2007 GRAND PRIX OPEN Reserve Champion with an average score of 63.542%. Championship captured by Courtney King and Idocus. Congratulations! 
The 2007 IALHA National Championships brought home a new award for Casa Lusitana! Jorge Gabriel was awarded the “IALHA Professional Horseman of the Year” receiving the honor in Ft. Worth during the 2007 IALHA National Championships. Says Jorge, “I was surprised and delighted. I’m rewarded daily because I love my work. But to be recognized by my peers and fellow horse lovers is a highlight of my career. Thank you, everyone.” 
Jorge Gabriel and Ultra do Castanheiro performed a freestyle to Fado music during the 2007 15th annual ERAHC show in Lexington, Virginia. Ultra is a 7 year old son of malmequer and is owned by Susan Mills. 
We are proud to be a part of the Town of Tyngsboro - and were happy to once again take part in this wonderful program. Each summer the Town of Tyngsboro's Library invites Casa Lusitana to participate in its children's reading and culture program. Even on this hot, July morning, we enjoyed sharing our Portuguese horses and their history, with approximately 150 children and parents who attended our short performance.
Jorge Gabriel and Sansao announced NEDA 2006 Intermediare II Reserve Champion! 
Festa Lusitana '06, now in its third year, was spectacular! Thank you to all who joined us for the wonderful annual tribute to the Lusitano and share a moment of warm Portuguese hospitality with us. Elegant horses, magnificent riding, fabulous weather, great Brazilian food, live music, sponsors and vendors and many friends of Casa Lusitana all contributed to the fun of the afternoon. As in prior years, we entertained hundreds of breed, dressage and general horse enthusiasts who traveled from throughout New England and across the US, even Portugal and Canada to be with us for the festivities. Visit our Festa Lusitana 2006 page for more details and photos. 
Congratulations to Jorge Gabriel and Sansao HM for earning the USDF Gold Medal
Remarkably, the pair earned the required four scores in four consecutive shows. Sansao has also qualified for 2006 Lusitano Horse of the Year at both I2 and Grand Prix. |