In a historic move for equestrian team sports, the Cannes Stars proudly confirm their 2024 team lineup, marking the first all-female team in the GCL series. As announced last year the Cannes Stars, a familiar name in the GCL series, are taking a revolutionary step by incorporating the formidable prowess into their ranks.
The star-studded Cannes Stars 2024 lineup comprises:
Natalie Dean [U25]
Katrin Eckermann
Kim Emmen
Janne Friederike Meyer-Zimmermann
Sophie Hinners
Sanne Thijssen
Each member brings a unique blend of skill, passion, and determination to the team, promising an exhilarating season ahead. Buckling up for a turbo-charged GCL season the squad of 6 will be a force to be reckoned.
American U25 rider Natalie Dean explained just how much the team want to be on top: "We all want to win the championship one day and it would be amazing if an all-female team could pull that off."
Janne Friederike Meyer-Zimmermann said: "It is a great opportunity and as a group of women supporting each other we can achieve more, being part of the Cannes Stars family is a fantastic chance. I would like to thank the whole amazing team, everyone is super excited and inspired about this big picture to help woman live their dream. I wish we could be a role model to the upcoming generation!"
source: Adjusted Press Release