Leestone Emeresky
EMERALD VAN 'T RUYTERSHOF × LEESTONE CAVALENSKI
"Legacy in Motion: Leestone Emeresky and the Rise of a Royal Mareline"
In a sport defined by legacy, precision, and promise, few young mares capture the imagination quite like Leestone Emeresky. With a flawless record through the international young horse ranks and a pedigree forged from the most revered bloodlines in showjumping history, this 2020 Irish Sport Horse is poised to become more than a performer, she's destined to leave a mark. Uniting scope with elegance, and intelligence with blood, Emeresky is the kind of mare that brings together tradition and tomorrow.
Pedigree Breakdown: Sired by Emerald van 't Ruytershof, Leestone Emeresky inherits power, carefulness, and charisma from a stallion who left his mark at 1.60m level and through his elite offspring. Emerald himself is by the legendary Diamant de Semilly Olympic medalist and global sire of sires, whose influence on modern breeding is undeniable. Emerald's dam, Carthina Z, by Carthago, adds refinement and scope to the mix, completing a sire line steeped in excellence.
On her dam’s side, Leestone Emeresky traces back to Cornet Obolensky, another 1.60m titan whose sons and daughters populate the world's top rings. Her dam, Leestone Cavalenski (by Cornet out of a Cavalier Royale mare), blends explosive athleticism with classic Irish Sport Horse rideability. Cornet brings the Clinton x Heartbreaker line, known for expressive jumping technique and elite-level bravery, while Cavalier Royale contributes elasticity and brain, prized traits for both amateurs and professionals.
Delving deeper, Emeresky’s maternal line is nothing short of iconic. Through Crosskeys Cavalier and Khan Diamonds, her pedigree winds back through influential ISH and RID mares like Kubla Khan and Barry’s Cross Judy. With multiple 1.50m+ offspring scattered through generations, this is a damline that produces not just winners, but producers.
Results / Palmares Summary: Leestone Emeresky’s record speaks to both consistency and class. With Lee Williams in the irons, she’s been a dominant force in the 5-year-old CSIYH1* circuit at Oliva, consistently posting clear rounds and capturing top placings in competitive Spanish fields.
Across March and February 2025, she placed 1st in no fewer than 8 international classes at 1.15–1.20m, including a standout 0/0/31.75 in a 1.20m final. Her scores show not just clear rounds, but confidence under pressure and faultless technique.
She debuted nationally in Ireland as a 4-year-old under Shane Kenny, where she picked up wins and top 3 finishes at the Irish Breeders Classic. Already a money-earner in both national and FEI sport, she’s proving herself on both sides of the water.
What Makes This Horse Special: Leestone Emeresky is the embodiment of thoughtful breeding, where rideability isn’t sacrificed for scope, and movement marries mechanics. She has the kind of canter that carries power through the turns and balance to burn. Her front end is quick and efficient, and she shows a rare mix of bravery and blood without boiling over.
She’s clearly careful but not overly sensitive. She learns from each round, shows focus in new venues, and never looks overwhelmed. That mental composure, paired with her consistent rhythm and textbook jumping technique, makes her an exceptional candidate for both top sport and high-value breeding.
In the saddle, she gives an elastic, uphill feel. She’s naturally forward without being hot, and gives the rider a sense of connection between leg, seat, and line. On the ground, she’s sweet, inquisitive, and adaptable, equally comfortable in the warm-up pen or standing quietly in the box.
Given her age, performance, and mareline, she suits a performance-oriented amateur, a professional looking to develop a future GP mare, or a breeder seeking to add modern type and proven blood to a program. She has the ability to move up the levels or shift seamlessly into a luxury broodmare career.
Closing Thoughts: Leestone Emeresky is more than a young horse with good results, she’s a culmination of vision, genetics, and production. She stands as a rare example of an Irish Sport Horse bred with continental ambition and delivered with international execution. Whether you're aiming for the 1.40m+ levels, breeding your next star, or simply seeking an extraordinary partner, Emeresky is ready to rise to the occasion.