I BELIEVE that the key to success in what I do is to treat athletes and grooms the way you would like to be treated yourself,” says FEI Jumping Steward General, Gerry McCloskey. “Other stewards have different ideas, but I think there must be mutual respect between athletes and officials.”
Of course, in this role, McCloskey is first to admit that the welfare of the horse is paramount, but you must not abuse your power, he says. “The FEI mandate is, help, prevent and intervene and we as stewards need to stick to these principles, while of course looking after these animals.”
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