On Friday, 28th August 2009, a special Gala evening will take place showcasing the eight equestrian disciplines competing at the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games, Kentucky, 2010. Vaulting will make an appearance in the form of a demonstration in the main arena, following show favourite the Shetland Pony Grand National.

Reigning Eventing World Champion Zara Phillips and Three-time Hickstead Eventing Grand Prix winner Gary Parsonage to compete in Eventing Grand Prix!

Joanne and Hannah Eccles flew to America to take part in the American National Championships 10-12th July at Kentucky Horsepark. They borrowed an American horse who they sat on for the first time the day before the competition started. Joanne won both rounds and therefore finished first over all. Pushing the new American Champion Alicen Divita into second place.

The competition gave the girls vital insight into the venue for next years WEG 2010. They now return home with a week before setting off for Sweden for the European Vaulting Championships. Joanne is still unbeaten internationally this year.