Calgary, Canada – June 25, 2026 – Lillie Keenan (USA) delivered another top international performance on Friday, June 26, guiding Kick On to a strong second-place finish in the $72,464 Canadian Utilities Cup CSI 5* during the Pan American Tournament CSI 5 & CSI 2* at Spruce Meadows. Course designer Alan Wade (IRL) challenged a field of 63 horse-and-rider combinations over the 1.55m track, with only 13 advancing to the jump-off after producing faultless first rounds.

Returning for the deciding round, Keenan (USA) and Kick On, the talented 12-year-old bay stallion (Warrior x Special To Me) once again left every rail in place. Their smooth and efficient jump-off stopped the clock in 41.84 seconds, securing the runner-up position against a world-class field. Ireland’s Daniel Coyle and Farrel claimed victory with the fastest double-clear in 40.64 seconds, while fellow Irishman Conor Swail and Clonterm Obolensky completed the podium in third with a clear round in 42.53 seconds.

Keenan was also fourth, this time guiding Anton towards two clean performances, the decisive one in 43.07 seconds.

Keenan’s performance added another impressive CSI 5* result to her season, as she and Kick On once again demonstrated the consistency and speed required to contend at the highest level of the sport. Finishing among the elite in the day’s most important contest, the American rider and her talented stallion continued to prove they are a formidable combination on the international stage.

Final Results – $72,464 Canadian Utilities Cup CSI 5* – 1.55m

1) Daniel Coyle (IRL) & Farrel – 0 / 0 – 40.64

2) Lillie Keenan (USA) & Kick On – 0 / 0 – 41.84

3) Conor Swail (IRL) & Clonterm Obolensky – 0 / 0 – 42.53

Source: Press Release from Spruce Meadows Media

Photo: © Spruce Meadows Media / Mike Sturk

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