Tina Cook, 5* international event rider, European Champion, Olympic Silver & Bronze medallist and WEG gold medallist, has been appointed as the British National U25 Coach. Since retiring from top-level eventing competition in 2022, Tina has focussed on producing young horses and coaching.
Tina’s appointment comes as part of a significant training restructure by British Eventing which includes seven newly appointed lead regional coaches.
South West: Jo Rimmer
Jo is a UKCCL3 and PMP coach, former schoolteacher and 5* event rider.
North: Will Murray
Will is a UKCC level 3 eventing coach and has been involved with the BE youth programme within the Northern region for the last six years, firstly as an assistant co-ordinator and in recent years as a coach.
East Midlands: Phil Brown
Phil is a UKCC level 4 Coach with years of experience coaching both youth and adult riders through all levels of the sport. Phil has extensive competitive experience up to 5* level and is passionate about helping riders of any level achieve their goals and enjoy the sport of eventing.
East: Emily Lochore
Emily Lochore has run Burnham Market International Horse Trials together with her husband Alec for 26 years, alongside competing up to 5* level. She has successfully represented GB at Junior and Young Rider level gaining invaluable experiences from the youth system.
South East: Camilla Kruger
Camilla Kruger is a UKCC Level 3 Coach, South East Lead Coach and Performance Pony Chef d’equipe. Camilla is a keen hockey player and former Olympian for Team Zimbabwe and Zimbabwe’s Sports Women of the Year 2016.
Central: Tim Rogers
Tim Rogers is a UKCC level 3 and BE accredited coach and has been coaching youth in the Central Region for several years. As an event rider, he has also represented GB at Pony and Junior rider level.
Wales and West Midlands: Jonquil Hemming
Jonquil Hemming BHSI, UKCCL4 coach and EQ Bands registered coach, has completed Centre 10 Psychology for Coaches and is part of the BEF Youth Coaching Pathway programme. She has many years of coaching and industry experience and works with all levels of riders.
Sam York FBHS, UKCC level 4, MSc Professional Sports Coaching has also been appointed as Lead on Social License and Horse Welfare in coaching and Katie Williams has been appointed Lead Coach on the International Development Experiences
Head of Youth, Darrell Scaife says that "We are thrilled to welcome our new coaches, who will, along with our existing workforce, be instrumental in realising British Eventing's vision for the future.
As we continue to emphasise horse welfare and rider wellness, these talented professionals will play a crucial role in upholding our values and delivering high-quality training to our members. By fostering a supportive, inclusive environment, we remain committed to nurturing the growth and success of riders at all levels while prioritising the well-being of both horses and athletes."
