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Meet Loretta, follow the RooReports, see the record, then join the Roo Boosters helping her get to Munich.
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Loretta (aka Retta Roo) is 15 hands of pure grit and determination. She’s a fun-sized Dutch Harness Horse mare who ignored the memo that she’s supposed to be outgunned by the big guys.
The little Princess that could never be “owned” is kept by Tara Devine and her mother Kathy. Andy Marcoux is her driver. Together, they’ve been carefully working toward an audacious goal: compete to win the
this September.
Learn more about this Small but Mighty mare here. Check out the RooReports for what she’s been up to, dig into her impressive record, and get to know the mare behind the legend in her bio. Then, if she’s won you over the way she wins over everyone:
Join the crew and help fuel the Roo. Go Retta Roo!! →
RooReports
Our first European CDE turned out to be equal parts horse show and wine country getaway. We had a dragon-wrapped rental truck, a rented cones carriage, and just enough mud to work on our drifting skills.
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It's official — US Equestrian has announced that we will be on the Defender U.S. Driving Team for the 2026 FEI Driving World Championship for Single Horses in Munich, Germany.
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The full Go Retta Roo team is back together in the Netherlands, and Loretta is keener than ever. Between fine-tuning with Kelly, a few equipment adventures and the odd bit of paperwork, this was our week to get ready for our first CDE in the EU.
About Loretta
Peek behind the reins and meet Loretta before the spotlight. On this page you’ll relive the day we found a 4‑year‑old mare with just 30 days of training who stole our hearts, and watch her blossom from a fun‑sized talent into the determined, quirky competitor she is today. It’s the origin story of a champion in the making—and a glimpse of the grit and charm driving her toward even bigger dreams.
Make sure you scroll all the way to the bottom for a photo album of some of our favorite Retta Roo pictures!
Competitive Experience
Follow the gritty rise of a fun‑sized Dutch Harness mare who’s proven that heart and hard work trump size every time. From her early days as a promising pony to outmatching seasoned competitors in the horse divisions, Loretta’s tale is one of perseverance and victory. Now she sets her sights on the biggest challenge yet—competing on the world stage—and she’s ready to inspire fans to come along for the ride.
Join the Roo Boosters!
Friends, students, competitors, and fans have been cheering on the Small but Mighty Loretta as she’s climbed the ladder to become a serious FEI 3-star contender. Now they’re coming together to help her get to Munich for the FEI 3-Star Single Horse World Championship.
She’s going to get there with amazing support from the Roo Boosters. Every contribution helps move Loretta closer to the goal, whether that means covering a piece of travel, stabling, or even a bag of treats to keep her enthused. Because let’s be honest, she’s really in it for the treats.
If you’ve been following along, laughing at the RooReports, watching her results, or quietly rooting for the little mare with the big opinion, this is your spot in the stable.
Join the Roo Boosters and be part of the team helping this little American-bred mare make it to the world stage.