I grew up showing at Fox Lea, and this came across my facebook feed today: https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1058577506301630&id=100064481718305
A very lucky outcome thanks to quick thinking and knowledgeable staff and sounds like some spectators as well. A good reminder that we all should be CPR trained and have AEDs where possible.
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" This is an important post. Please read and share. This post explains the importance of CPR and AEDs. The Haselden Family & Fox Lea Farm would like to help create awareness of how these life-saving devices are important to have at your own homes, businesses, barns, and facilities. Fox Lea Farm would also like to acknowledge and praise USEF for passing the rule that horse shows must have an AED available. An essential rule, and this medical event is an example of why it is necessary.
It is very special that Ryan Haselden and her Family share their story in hopes that it will inspire others to learn about CPR and AEDs. Heart complications can affect people of all ages for so many different reasons. Fox Lea Farm is thankful to the whole team of people who helped with this medical situation and supported Ryan, her Barn Family, her Trainers, and her immediate Family.
Ryan had an angel watching over her. Thank you, everyone! We send healing thoughts to Ryan and her family. Please take a moment to read Lindsey’s post. The information you will learn might help save a life."
Additional shared post:
" PLEASE READ AND SHARE
On February 19, 2025—Ryan’s 14th birthday—@ryan_haselden suffered a cardiac arrest between jumps three and four in the 1.20m Stakes Class at Fox Lea Farm in Venice, FL. She collapsed to the ground, without a pulse and unable to breathe. This was not a riding accident but a medical emergency.
I was the first to reach her, quickly followed by Will, ER doctor Karley Koch, horse show EMT Katy McPhee, and others. After four rounds of CPR and the use of an AED, Ryan’s pulse returned, and she was revived. She was then airlifted to the hospital, where extensive testing revealed she has CPVT (Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia)—a typically genetic condition treated with medication and the implantation of an AICD (pacemaker/defibrillator). Ryan underwent surgery this past Wednesday to have the device placed.
While we still have more questions than answers, one thing is certain:
Ryan is alive today because of the swift and decisive actions of Dr. Koch, EMT McPhee, and the incredible preparedness of Fox Lea Farm.
The survival rate for sudden cardiac arrest outside of a hospital is less than 10%, and without an AED, it would have been impossible. Their readiness—knowing where the AED was, retrieving it quickly and confidently, and ensuring it was functional—made all the difference. Saying thank you feels inadequate; we will be forever grateful.
We are also deeply thankful for the amazing team of Electrophysiologists, Cardiologists, MDs, Nurses and others at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital as well as the overwhelming support from Megan, Lisa, Edward, our families, Kim, Eric and the entire Fox Lea Farm team, Cheryl, Amy, our barn family, and so many others.
Many of you have asked how you can help. Here’s what we ask:
• Get CPR certified.
• Invest in an AED for your home, barn, horse show, or workplace.
• Learn how to use it.
You never know when these skills might save a life.
In the near future, the Haselden family, in partnership with others, will be hosting an event to teach CPR, AED use, and other lifesaving skills. Stay tuned for details.
With gratitude,
The Haselden Family"
glad she is ok!!