The Jump Canada Hall of Fame welcomed three new inductees during its 12th annual Induction Ceremony and Gala, presented by BMO Financial Group, on Sunday, November 3, 2019, at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex in Toronto, ON.
A sold-out crowd celebrated Greg Greenough’s induction into the category of Builder – Individual; Wayne McLellan as Rider; and the 2008 Olympic silver medal team of Mac Cone, Jill Henselwood, Eric Lamaze, and Ian Millar in the Team category. Held as part of a black-tie gala and dinner, the Hall of Fame paid tribute to these three extraordinary and deserving inductees. Tribute videos and heartfelt speeches highlighted the accomplishments and incredible contributions that all three inductees have made to Canadian hunter/jumper sport.
PHOTO – Inducted as a Builder – Individual, Greg Greenough (left) received his Jump Canada Hall of Fame trophy from John Weir.
PHOTO CREDIT – Michelle C. Dunn
Past president of the Canadian Equestrian Federation and former Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) committee member, Greenough was celebrated for his esteemed leadership and unwavering support of sport. Renowned as a competitor, trainer, and coach, McLellan was inducted for his remarkable and unparalleled career in the Canadian hunter industry. The Canadian Show Jumping Team comprised of Cone and Ole, Henselwood and Special Ed, Lamaze and Hickstead, and Millar and In Style fought against all odds to deliver a team silver medal for Canada at the 2008 Beijing Olympic Games.
“The Hall of Fame Gala provides a unique opportunity to celebrate the legends of our sport in front of their peers,” said Mark Samuel, Chairman of the Jump Canada Hall of Fame. “The sense of community was incredible, and everyone went home inspired and feeling connected. It is an honour for my committee and myself to pay tribute to our industry’s amazing champions and legacy.”
PHOTO – The 2008 Beijing Olympic Games silver medal team was inducted into the Jump Canada Hall of Fame. From left to right: Ian Millar, Jill Henselwood, Eric Lamaze, and Mac Cone with presenter Beth Underhill.
PHOTO CREDIT – Michelle C. Dunn
The Jump Canada Hall of Fame was created in 2006 to recognize outstanding contributions to Canadian hunter/jumper sport. Including the 2019 induction class, a total of 60 champions have been welcomed into the Hall of Fame to date, including 21 horses and ponies, 31 humans, six organizations, and six teams.
The Jump Canada Hall of Fame committee is comprised of Mark Samuel (Chairman), Jennifer Anstey, Evie Frisque, Muffie Guthrie, Karen Hendry-Oullette (ex-officio), Bobbie Reber, Phil Rozon, Jennifer Ward, and Nancy Wetmore.
PHOTO – Wayne McLellan (left), who was inducted into the category of Rider, is presented with his Jump Canada Hall of Fame trophy by Craig Collins.
PHOTO CREDIT – Michelle C. Dunn
For a complete listing of Hall of Fame inductees, visit www.equestrian.ca/sport/jumping/awards.
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Toronto, ON | November 3, 2019 | All Photo Credits – © Michelle C. Dunn