Who are we?

We are family owned and operated and all of the love and labor comes from my husband Temple, our good friend Karen Martin and me.

Temple and KC Crossfire

Temple Robinson –Temple did not come from a horse background and yet he has become a regular in the halter classes, winning many awards. At home he helps in the care and maintenance of the horses and property. From foal watch, to showing halter, to building fence, his good-natured persistence earns him the admiration of all.

Susan and LH Seirra Splash “Roxxanne”

Susan Robinson – I have had the opportunity to own and train horses for most of my life. Arabians have always been my love, but my first horses and ponies were a mixed lot. It wasn’t until 1974 that I bred and raised my first Half-Arabian. It has been purebred and part-bred Arabians ever since.

Karen with Badja

Karen Martin – Karen is a mainstay for the farm. Without her we would be unable to do the training and showing that we do. She helps with the day-to-day care and runs the operation in our absence.

Andrea going bridleless

Andrea Spurlock  -  We are extremely excited that Andrea Spurlock has joined our team as assistant trainer. It is especially meaningful as Andrea was once one of my 4-H students. After high school and college, Andrea made her way to Washington state and from there to Arizona. After being gone for several years, she is now back in Virginia and has returned to StarCross Farm. What an honor to have her back and in this capacity. Andrea's focus on solid ground work builds a strong foundation for a sane, sensible riding horse. It is a joy to work with her and to see the bond she creates with each horse she trains.

 

Love and thanks to:

  My Lord God for all of His glorious Grace and Mercy. For creating a creature as marvelous as the horse and for giving me flight without wings.

  My husband and best friend, Temple. His support and dedication goes beyond words.

  To our best friend Karen, she is an absolutely amazing person. Thank you so much for all of your years of hard work and sacrifice.

 

Tommy and KC Seranade
 

  Tommy Garland – Trainer, Clinician, Garland’s. Tommy, Dawn and everyone at Garland’s have been a major factor in my return to the show ring. After a fall (of my own doing) about 10 years ago, I only rode at home, but continued showing in hand. When Tommy moved back to Virginia I took some of our horses to him to finish. With his guidance and encouragement I regained that lost confidence and was able to get back in the ring. I have had many really good rides since and have started training again. I know that with the support of Garland’s the best is yet to come. www.tommygarland.com

Terry and Queen Latifah

  Terry Goode – Trainer, Wild Rose Farm. With my work schedule I haven’t the time to work with all of the horses every day, so starting in 1998 (after my fall), we began taking a couple each year to what Temple likes to call “Terry’s School of Common Sense.” Terry works with all breeds, but really admires the Arabian. He loves starting youngsters under saddle and his foundation training places a strong emphasis on ground work. By only taking on 1 or 2 horses at a time he is able to give them lots of quality attention. Wildrose_82@msn.com 
 

Ted and KC West

  Ted Carson – Trainer, Judge, Butler Farm Training Center. Ted has been a tremendous help to us. He has not only shown several of our horses, but has also been instrumental in helping me to become a better halter trainer. His step by step approach is easy for the horse and handler to understand. It dispels the belief that halter horses cannot be riding horses. If trained correctly and not stressed they can indeed do both. www.mostlypardron.com