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Matchmaker Ltd

Connie Stevens of MM Ltd take pride in A+ care, training & instruction of any level. Being in the ribbons takes a special match of rider, horse
and trainer.
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There’s the right horse for you…and then there’s
all the rest. Making sure you have the exact horse to match your skills and budget is what we do. Then we provide the kind of training that brings out the best in both of you. And we’ve been doing it for more than 40 years. Connie Stevens has been in the hunter/jumper world since 1973. After attending school at Denver University, she made Colorado

her first home, running Foxbury Farm, one of the top show barns in the west. In 1986, she relocated to the Chicago area. Over the years, she has become recognized as one of the nation’s top trainers for the show ring, as well as a “R” judge with assignments nationwide. As a trainer, Connie brings a judge’s eye to her work, schooling riders of all ages and abilities at her Matchmaker stable in Chicago’s northern suburbs. Over the years she has taken riders all the way from short stirrup through the Medal/Maclay finals and Grand Prix. In finding a horse for a client, her passion is to first discern the unique skills, temperament and expectations of the rider, then, through her nationwide network, find a horse that precisely matches those attributes. Connie can be scheduled for lessons and schooling at shows, and can also arrange clinics at other facilities.

09/10/2024

New prices

09/08/2024

For Sale: ***Sold*** Shelving Mobile Refrigerator / Freezer Price Change **** $75 **** obo. Wooden Mobile Medical Box with 4 separate compartments to neatly organize any & all medical supplies. Today new $1800-2300. ****Price change****$750 obo. 847-644-0029

09/07/2024

For sale: used wheel barrels very good to excellent condition. Each sells new for over $700.
$400 each or best offer.
847-644-0029 SOLD!!

07/14/2024

Through no fault of his own, SWOON is proudly offered for sale. Exceptional brain & personality, ideal for a junior / amateur. Eligible 3'9 Green. Swoon has not one vice to his name - he is as fun to ride as he is to have in the barn. ✨ Serious inquiries only. 847-644-0029 *videos in comments

12/07/2023

Winter is here! Escape the cold & come join us in ☀️sunny☀️ Wellington! 1 stall available, 5 minute walk from the horse show, spacious paddocks & affordable!! Come for a few weeks or stay for the winter - we are flexible! 🌴🐴 847-644-0029

10/27/2023

Winter’s right around the corner! Give you and your horse a break and join us at WEF this winter. 10 min hack to the show grounds !! Come for a week, a month or as long as you like! Our care is impeccable and lessons are the best you could ask for! Fun & Educational!! Call me to discuss reasonable pricing! 847-644-0029

08/20/2023

SWOON & Colin Syquia jumping to scores of 89, 89 & 90 to finish 4th in the Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship Challenge Round.

This special horse is proudly offered for sale.

9 years old, 16.3h KWPN Gelding. Beautiful demeanor, very comfortable, huge scope & talent. Please inquire for more information. 847-644-0029.

08/20/2023

SWOON & Colin Syquia jumping to 4th place in the Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship Challenge Round! This special horse is proudly offered for sale. 💥🌟👏🏻

Connie 847-644-0029

07/10/2023

🎊Colin Syquia smiling as SWOON flies high in the International Derby at Tryon! This pair just keeps impressing & we love watching them soar! Thank you to Colin & his entire team at ! 👏🏻❤️

07/10/2023

A hot humid day. One rider. One horse. Both are exercising at a moderate level. Who is more likely to overheat? It might surprise you to learn that your horse gets hotter much faster than you and is more susceptible to the negative effects of heat stress. Prof. Michael Lindinger, an animal and exerc...

06/27/2023

💰For Sale! 13 1/2" 1994 Crosby Pony Saddle! Must go! 8476440029

06/26/2023

ISO LEASE: Seasoned Big Eq horse from now through indoors. Great home & VG budget. 16.1 on up. No counterfeits! Must be legitimate with good mind.
847-644-0029
[email protected]

04/21/2023

🏆 APROPOS didn't want to let his barnmate, SWOON, outshine him! His first time showing in the USA, he won 3 out of 4 jumping classes, with a high score of 87, to earn the Championship in the 5 YO Hunters! Thank you again to Colin Syquia for his talent, expertise & kindness! APROPOS is proudly offered for sale! 🥇👏🏻🎉🌟

04/20/2023

🥇🥇🥇🥇SWOON made his debut in the Green 3'6 a winning one, earning the blue ribbon in all 4 O/F classes in the International Ring! A huge thank you to Colin Syquia for his beautiful rides & top horsemanship! SWOON is proudly offered for sale... Big scope, incredible brain & a blast to ride! At the spry age of 72, Swoon is Connie's favorite "luxurious couch" to ride! 🌟🎉👏🏻

04/12/2023

✨ FOR SALE IN WELLINGTON ✨

Beautiful 5 year old Gelding. Brave, Scopey & Talented - with an adorable character!

847-644-0029.

04/12/2023

✨ FOR SALE IN WELLINGTON ✨

Beautiful 9 year old Gelding. Exceptional brain, beautifully broke & huge scope. First time showing in the States, walked into the Grand Hunter with scores of 84 & 85.

847-644-0029

03/30/2023

I am looking for a h/j rider to join our staff. Must be willing to work hard & passionate about horses. Beautiful farm, fabulous horses & apartment on premises. Great opportunity to learn & be apart of a team that’s been together for over 20 years!
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Being in the ribbons takes a special match of rider, horse, and trainer. There's the right horse for you... and then there's all the rest.

03/20/2023

I just returned from judging the IHSA Region Finals & IEA Zone Finals at Otterbein University. It was an honor to work with great horsewoman & their staff that run a knowledgeable program. George Morris would be sending accolades of compliments. I know many of those visitors who competed; have never ridden a horse with a beautiful, soft mouth, light uphill balance, self carriage, a rhythmical engaged canter & automatic lead changes.
When instructed to halt & back 4 steps each of the 12 horses in any of the classes stood perfectly still to the count of 10 and then with finger tip control and a little leg instantly backed correctly.
Kudos to you, Kari Briggs, Lindsay Yinger & Julie Spatt & The entire Otterbein team!!! You are to be commended. Your majestic horses say thank you for honoring them as well!
Respectfully,
Connie

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15141 Little St Marys Road
Mettawa, IL
60048

Opening Hours

Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm
Sunday	9am - 5pm

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http://www.matchmakerltdequine.com/contact.html

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SWOON & Colin Syquia jumping to scores of 89, 89 & 90 to finish 4th in the Platinum Performance/USHJA International Hunter Derby Championship Challenge Round. This special horse is proudly offered for sale. 9 years old, 16.3h KWPN Gelding. Beautiful demeanor, very comfortable, huge scope & talent. Please inquire for more information. 847-644-0029.

🥉Swoon & Colin Syquia made their International Derby debut last week at @fairfieldcountyhuntclubstables, jumping to Third Place! Many thanks to Colin for his talent & expertise & to his wonderful team! This special horse continues to impress! Next stop 🔜 Tryon! 🌟🎉🤍 #internationalderbyhorse

😍 5 year old APROPOS making light work of the 5 year olds. Next stop: Upperville. Contact 847-644-0029🌟🥇🎉👏🏻

✨ FOR SALE IN WELLINGTON ✨ Beautiful 5 year old Gelding. Brave, Scopey & Talented - with an adorable character! 847-644-0029.

✨ FOR SALE IN WELLINGTON ✨ Beautiful 9 year old Gelding. Exceptional brain, beautifully broke & huge scope. First time showing in the States, walked into the Grand Hunter with scores of 84 & 85. 847-644-0029

💙💪🏻"Better in Blue" getting some Sunday flatwork done in our bright, spacious indoor! This beautiful young hunter is offered for sale! #sundayfunday

DARSINO & Samantha Schafer capped off a great week at Upperville with a Ninth Place finish in the $25,000 International Hunter Derby. (Video of the handy round is attached) DARSINO is a 10 year old, large junior hunter proudly offered FOR SALE. Incredible brain, beautifully broke, automatic lead changes, brave, scopey and fun to ride! Qualified for 2022 Derby Finals and ready for a junior or amateur! Many thanks to Samantha and Kim Stewart for a fun week as well as to staff and organizers of the Upperville Colt & Horse Show. It was a beautiful horse show from start to finish!

So fun to have @chassfurther and D'Inzeo back in the ring... but this time in the adult hunters! What a partnership! ✨🤍🦄 #youcanstillteachanolddognewtricks