Caroline Pamukcu (née Martin), born in 1995, is an American equestrian specializing in eventing. She began her professional career at 18, winning gold at the 2013 North American Youth Championships and becoming the youngest rider named to the USEA High-Performance Training List.
Pamukcu has represented the United States in multiple Nations Cup teams and has competed in CCI5*-L events, including the Kentucky Three-Day Event. Her achievements include being named USEA Young Rider of the Year multiple times and overall Leading Lady Rider. In 2023, she was selected for Team USA for the Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile.
Pamukcu has developed a successful horse sales business in partnership with Emil Spadone and Paul Hendrix, balancing this with her competitive career. She trains with Olympic show jumper Anne Kursinski, dressage expert Betsy Steiner, and Olympic eventer Peter Gray.
Pamukcu's current top horse is Islandwood Captain Jack, with whom she aims to compete at events like Burghley and potentially the Olympics. She is based at Buckwampum Farm in Riegelsville, Pennsylvania.
Who are Caroline Pamukcu's Parents?
Caroline Pamukcu's parents are Randy and Sherrie Martin.
Who is Caroline Pamukcu's Mother?
Caroline's mother is Sherrie Martin. Sherrie has always had a love for horses but was unable to pursue riding for many years due to financial constraints. When the family's financial situation improved, Caroline's father bought Sherrie her first horse, an off-the-track Thoroughbred. This purchase marked the beginning of the family's involvement in the equestrian world.
Who is Caroline Pamukcu's Father?
Caroline's father is Randy Martin. Given on Sideline Magazine’s official website, are the details about how he purchased the family's dream farm, Buckwampum Farm, in 2002, which became the base for Caroline's equestrian training
Family Support and Early Years
Caroline Martin's equestrian journey began at age 6 when her father bought her mother, Sherrie, an off-the-track Thoroughbred. In 2002, the family purchased Buckwampum Farm in Riegelsville, Pennsylvania, which became Caroline's training base.
Caroline attended her first year of high school in Nicaragua, where she experienced life without horses. This reinforced her commitment to eventing. Upon returning, she changed to online schooling to focus on riding. Buck Davidson Jr. used Buckwampum Farm as his base and became Caroline's coach, and coached her to early successes, including winning the 2013 North American Young Rider Championships with her horse Quantum Solace.
Caroline Pamukcu’s Career Highlights
| Year | Achievement |
| 2023 | Named to Team USA for Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile |
| 2023 | 1st Place, Maryland CCI3*L National Championship |
| 2022 | Reserve Champion, Mondial Du Lion World Breeding Championships 6 Yr Olds |
| 2021 | USA Young Event Horse 4-Year-Old Champion and 5-Year-Old Reserve Champion |
| 2021 | Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, CCI5*-L Completed |
| 2020 | USEF National CC12* Champion |
| 2019 | 3rd Place, Millstreet CCI4*-L (Ireland) |
| 2018 | Team Silver Nations Cup at Houghton Hall (England) |
| 2017 | 28th Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event CCI5*-L |
| 2016 | USEF Developing Rider Champion Jersey Fresh CCI3* |
| 2013 | Double Gold, NAJYRC CCI2*YR |
