horses
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Partnership-Based training
My goal for each of my competition horses is to compete and develop them to the championship level of three-day eventing by taking the time to develop a deep partnership that will last for the long-haul.
ownership opportunities
A partnership between a horse and rider is a unique and dynamic relationship that is built on trust, communication, and mutual understanding.
This wholistic approach to training fosters a relationship built on trust, communication and understanding so that we may work together towards a common goal whether we are in the arena, the barn, or out on the cross country course.
The impact of these core values in training has given owners of my competition horses the opportunity to watch their horses compete on the worlds biggest stages.
castillo farm
competition
horses
kingston 60
Kingston is 2013 Holsteiner and is following in the footsteps of his brother Coolio 42 who is ridden by superstar Grand Prix show jumper Marcus Ehning. Kingston was a 1* horse when Team Latoni purchased him in December 2023 and is currently showing meter 1.15. He has super jumping blood and has a very athletic jump.
"kingston"
owned by team latoni syndicate, llc
Join the Team Latoni Syndicate to participate in Kingston’s journey.
clearsky
Clearsky is a 2015 Holsteiner. He was produced by Olympian Louise Romeika and was second at the Bundeschampionate German Championships when he was just 6 years old. Clear Sky is a beautiful mover and takes his job very seriously, making him a perfect fit for Team Latoni.
"clearsky"
owned by team latoni syndicate, llc
Join the Team Latoni Syndicate to participate in Kingston’s journey.
Mister Cooley
Sligo is a 2017 Irish Sporthorse gelding purchased in 2021 from Richard Sheen of Cooley Sporthorses. Lauren began developing him as a four year old and in his first year of competition, he went on to win 9 out of 11 shows. Sligo is a very serious competitor and loves to win.
"sligo"
owned by team latoni syndicate, llc
Join the Team Latoni Syndicate to participate in Kingston’s journey.
ned
Ned is a 2012 KWPN gelding. Ned was sourced by Liz Millikin from Holland where he was trained in show jumping. Once he came to the United States, he was produced by Liz and sold by Andrew McConnon. Ned is a tall drink of water with a playful personality. He is not only a fun addition to the barn, but a great mover and has a love for jumping. He competed at his first three day event in 2019 with Lauren in the irons. His dressage scores are always in the 20’s and even scored a 19.2 at training level. He finished the 2019 season in third at the Galway Downs Training Three Day and will start 2019 at training level with goals to compete at the preliminary level later in the year. Ned shows tremendous potential for the upper levels, and in the meantime, is successfully learning as he builds up to the top.
"twilight 54"
owned by Twilight 54 Syndicate, LLC
Ned is owned by the Twilight 54 Syndicate, LLC where there are shares remaining.
Please contact us if you are interested in being a part of Ned’s journey!
Luna
Luna is a California bred 2016 Dutch Warmblood mare owned by Laramie Wingfield DVM, our vet at Castillo Farm. Lauren has been developing Luna since 2023 and is currently competing at training level.
"luna"
owned by Laramie Wingfield, DVM
notable
horses
Former competition horses with notable careers
purdy
Purdy is a 2002 Irish Sport Horse gelding by Karistos (sire) and Hallo Purdy (dam) who was imported from England in the summer of 2013. Already a seasoned Advanced horse, he has competed throughout Europe and the United States. Purdy was chosen to compete in the British National Championships in 2011 and has already proven himself capable and is very athletic and sound. Other Olympic Teams have attempted to acquire this horse for the 2016 games. For all these reasons, Lauren feels extremely fortunate to be Purdy’s rider. Aside from his previous honors, he has a warm personality and loves hugs and treats. This horse has the true ability to be an outstanding competitor. Lauren and Purdy successfully completed and represented Puerto Rico at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio!
"Castle Larchfield Purdy"
owned by Purdy Syndicate, LLC
career highlights
2019 Rebecca Farm CCI4*L 2nd Place, 2019 Woodside Advanced 2nd Place, 2019 Twin Rivers CCI4*S 1st Place, 2018 Woodside Advanced 1st Place, 2017 The Spring Event at Woodside Intermediate 1st Place, 2016 Rio Olympic Games, 2016 Great Meadow CICO3* Nations Cup, 2016 The Spring Event at Woodside Advanced 3rd Place, 2016 Twin Rivers CIC3* 1st Place, 2016 FCHP CIC2* 2nd Place, 2015 Woodside International CIC3* 1st Place, 2015 Copper Meadows CIC3* 4th Place, 2015 Pan American Games 18th Place, 2015 Jersey Fresh CCI3*, 2015 Twin Rivers Open Intermediate 1st Place, 2015 FCHP CIC2* 3rd Place, 2014 Galway Downs CCI2* 4th Place, 2014 Woodside CIC2* 1st Place, 2014 Twin Rivers CCI* 1st Place, 2012 Blenheim CCI3*, 2012 Hartpury CIC3*, 2011 Blenheim CIC3*
most noteable:
2020 tokyo olympics | 2016 rio olympics | 2015 pan american games
charlie
Charlie is a 2012 German Sporthorse gelding by Candyman (sire) and Tres Belle (dam). He is the perfect mount for Lauren and is super talented. He is flashy on the flat and has a super jump and is a really nice horse to be around. Lauren likes to select horses who are pleasant to work with and he checked all of the boxes.
"Can be sweet"
owned by Can Be Sweet Syndicate, LLC
career highlights
2019 Galway Downs Intermediate 2nd Place, 2019 Woodside CCI2*S 3rd Place, 2019 Twin Rivers Preliminary 2nd Place, 2019 Rebecca Farm CCI2*L, 2018 Rebecca Farm T3D 4th Place, 2017 2nd YEH 5 Year Old Class at Twin Rivers, 2017 4th YEH 5 Year Old Class at Woodside, 2018 3rd Novice at Fresno County Horse Park.
training at
castillo farm
based in carmel valley, california
Our home base at Castillo Farm is designed to set our horses up for success while in training, with our bright and airy barn, grooming and tack up stalls, ample turn out, large arena with a dressage ring and separate jump area, and top notch care.
