US Eventing News (What's New)
USEF Announces 2010 Eventing Developing Riders
Lexington, KY – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Eventing High Performance program congratulates the following horse and rider combinations for their acceptance into the 2010 Developing Rider Program. To be considered for the program, riders (November 6, 2009)
2010 Dressage Tests Now Available
The 2010 Dressage Tests are now available on the USEA website. The tests are available in PDF format. They are located under the competition tab and then in the Forms and Documents category. You can also access them by clicking here. (November 6, 2009)
2009 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention Schedule
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Renew your USEA Membership NOW for 2010
Renew your 2010 USEA Membership now, why wait! (November 4, 2009)
Royal Tribute Crowned Grand Champion of 2009 East Coast IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Finals
Twenty-nine of the most promising young stars of the eventing community competed in the 2009 East Coast IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Finals in Lexington, Virginia at the Virginia Horse Center. Held in conjunction with the popular Virginia Horse Trials, (November 4, 2009)
Dr. David Marlin to Speak at USEA Annual Meeting and Convention
Legendary scientist and equine researcher, Dr. David Marlin will be conducting three talks at this year's USEA Annual Meeting and Convention to be held at the Hyatt Regency in Reston, Virginia from December 2-6. (November 4, 2009)
USEA Year-End Awards Are Approaching Fast
For year-end awards, the USEA has established a cut-off date of November 15th for inquiries about horses’ and riders’ competitive records. While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of our members’ competitive records, we realize that errors do o (November 3, 2009)
Reduced Room Rates for Attendees at 2009 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention!
The USEA and Hyatt Regency Reston have been working together to obtain the best possible room rates at the 2009 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention featuring the USEA 50th Anniversary and Eventing Hall of Fame. (November 3, 2009)
USEF Names George Morris and Phillip Dutton 2009 Coaches of the Year
Lexington, KY – Their names are synonymous with excellence in their respective disciplines and the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has honored two legends for their commitment to coaching and developing Equestrian Sport. (November 3, 2009)
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Nothing matters more to eventers than keeping their horses happy and healthy. Thanks to the USEA’s newest sponsor, RevitaVet Therapeutic Systems, riders can not only reap the benefits of these unique light therapy systems, but also help support the USEA. (November 2, 2009)
Event Program announced for USET Fundraiser
The program for the USET Foundation Holiday Gala Fundraiser is shaping up to be big as many of the country’s top riders have now signed on to participate..... (November 2, 2009)
All Treats and No Tricks For Classic- and Short-Format Competitors At Galway Downs
Two teenagers from Washington dominated the classic-format CCI1*. MacKenna Shea, 16, of Tacoma, only added to the substantial lead she grabbed in dressage on Landioso, while Tessa Beckett, 19, of Snohomish, moved up to second place, even though she earned (November 1, 2009)
More Than 60 Riders Experience The Thrill Of "The Chase" A Galway Downs
MacKenna Shea, of Tacoma, Washington, had the cross-country ride of her young life to widen her lead in the classic-format CCI1* with Landioso. Shea, 16, and Landioso, 7, now lead by 12.5 penalties. Tessa Becket, of Snohomish, Washington, is second with S (October 31, 2009)
Issued by Galway Downs International Three-Day Event at 6:00 pm
It is with deepest regret that we announce that Chummin, owned and ridden by Lisa Peecook, expired on course in the CCI1* without Steeplechase of the Galway Downs International Three-Day Event in Temecula, California, USA. (October 31, 2009)
The Classic Format Starts Strong At Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
MacKenna Shea, of Tacoma, rode Landioso to an impressive nine-point lead in the dressage phase of the classic-format CCI1*, while Stephanie Cooper, of Hobart, guided Calvin to a much narrower margin of .2 points in the short-format CCI1*. (October 30, 2009)
Starting Fields Set For Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
Temecula, Calif., Oct. 29, 2009--A total of 102 horses are set to start tomorrow in the 11th annual Galway Downs International Three-Day Event. Of these, 46 will be contesting the SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Event, the largest starting field o (October 29, 2009)
Purchase a RevitaVet Therapeutic System and Help Support the USEA
Nothing matters more to eventers than keeping their horses happy and healthy. Thanks to the USEA’s newest sponsor, RevitaVet Therapeutic Systems, riders can not only reap the benefits of these unique light therapy systems, but also help support the USEA. (October 29, 2009)
2010 Winter/Spring Omnibus Listings Available.
The 2010 Winter/Spring Omnibus Listings are now accessible under the Calendar, Omnibus & Results section of the USEA website. The 2010 listings begin below the current year’s listing for each area. Competitions without any listings available are still pe (October 29, 2009)
Greys Reign Supreme at Waredaca's SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Event
The SmartPak Equine/USEA Area II Adult Riders Training Three-Day Event at Waredaca Farm in Laytonsville, Maryland hosted 37 riders in three divisions. The event was a huge success with all but two riders completing the exciting long-format course. When it (October 28, 2009)
2009 IDHSNA/USEA East Coast Future Event Horse Championship Info
The 2009 IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse East Coast Championships will take place this Friday, beginning at noon, in the East Complex Arena of the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Virginia. Come out and watch the yearlings, two-, and three-year-old futu (October 27, 2009)
New Course Designer for Carolina Horse Park
Raeford, NC- - Beginning in 2010, the Carolina Horse Park plans to undertake a broad based Capital Campaign. This endeavor includes upgrades to the entire infrastructure and continued diversification in the ways the Park is utilized. In conjunction with t (October 27, 2009)
The Stars Aligned for Three Riders at One-Stars and Half-Star at the Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event
On October 15, thirteen riders from thirteen different states arrived at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky to tackle one of the few remaining Classic Format CCI1* events in the country. After the dressage tests were finished, the horses were (October 26, 2009)
Honor Your Favorite Eventer With An Ad In The 2009 Convention Program
Do you have a special connection with someone being recognized at this year's Annual Meeting and Convention and you want to find a way to honor them? Purchasing an advertisement to be included in the USEA Annual Meeting and Convention Program is a great w (October 26, 2009)
SCHRADE EMERGES BRILLIANT WINNER OF LES ETOILES DE PAU
Dirk Schrade (GER) jumped a beautiful clear round on King Arthus to score the first 4* win of his career in the most sensational style at Les Etoiles de Pau (FRA). (October 25, 2009)
TOWNEND’S QUEST IN SIGHT AT THE HSBC FEI CLASSICS™ FINAL
Man of the moment Oliver Townend (GBR) continues to ride the crest of a wave, setting himself up for a third 4* victory this year, not to mention his longed for victory in the HSBC FEI Classics™. (October 24, 2009)
2009 NATIONAL COACHING SYMPOSIUM
2009 NATIONAL COACHING SYMPOSIUM DON'T MISS THIS FANTASTIC OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN FROM TOP TRAINERS IN THE WORLD (October 23, 2009)
NEWS FROM THE HSBC FEI CLASSICS™
Oliver Townend must be getting used to heading the leaderboard this season, and after a fluent display on Andrew Cawthray’s eye-catching grey Carousel Quest on Dressage day at Les Etoiles de Pau, the climax of the 2009 Eventing season, it’s business as us (October 23, 2009)
Collier and Boyer Aim To Top Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
Temecula, Calif., Oct. 23, 2009 - Anna Collier and Julie Ann Boyer have each won international divisions at Galway Downs events in the last year, and on Oct. 30-Nov. 1, they'll be facing off in the CCI2* at the Galway Downs International Three-Day Event. (October 22, 2009)
HSBC FEI Classics - Last Leg at Pau
Oliver Townend (GBR) has left no stone unturned in his burning ambition to win the valuable HSBC FEI Classics™, and is giving Andrew Cawthray’s elegant grey Thoroughbred Carousel Quest another outing, at Les Etoiles de Pau (FRA), the last event of the 200 (October 21, 2009)
Four USEF National Eventing Champions Crowned at Hagyard MidSouth 3Day and Team Challenge Horse Trials
Lexington, KY – Four USEF Eventing National One Star Championships were contested at the Kentucky Horse Park during October 15-18, 2009. Held in conjunction with the Haygard MidSouth 3Day and Team Challenge Horse Trials competitors flocked from all parts (October 21, 2009)
Vote for Your Favorite Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Winner to Appear on Magazine Cover
Attention concerned eventers! The USEA needs your votes. The September / October issue of our magazine, Eventing USA, should be on its way to your mailbox as we speak, and the staff here at the USEA is already working diligently on the upcoming Novemb (October 20, 2009)
Send in Your Cross-Country Photos for the Jan Byyny Column!
Have you ever wondered what a top international rider and trainer would say about your galloping position? What would they say about how you and your horse look coming down a drop fence or clearing a big table? Well here’s your chance to find out! Even (October 20, 2009)
Martin Maintains Top Spot in Soggy CCI*** at 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International
Elkton, MD - Wind substituted for four days of relentless rain for the finale of the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International but Boyd Martin was not to be blown of the top of the leaderboard. In an impressive performance with Neville Bardos, Martin had one ra (October 19, 2009)
Martin Flies Across the Soggy Turf to the Lead the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International CCI***
Elkton, MD – Mother Nature wouldn’t quit but smart riding prevailed at the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International as Boyd Martin flew to the lead in the USEF National CCI*** Championship with Neville Bardos. Newly an American citizen after changing citizen (October 17, 2009)
Hagyard Midsouth Three Day Event and Team Challenge Is Underway!
Amongst the construction at the Kentucky Horse Park the Hagyard Midsouth Three Day Event and Team Challenge will welcome over 400 riders this weekend. On Thursday, October 15, forty three riders presented their horses at the first horse inspection for th (October 16, 2009)
Kim Keeton and Accolade Draw Rave Reviews At The Spalding Labs USEA Young Event Horse East Coast Championship
While their senior counterparts strut their stuff down the centerlines in the CCI2* and CCI3* divisions at the Fair Hill International Horse Trials, four- and five-year-old stars to be were flashing their talents in the Spalding Labs USEA Young Event Hors (October 16, 2009)
Mandiba Returns at 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International CCI***
Elkton, MD – Karen O’Connor and Mandiba did not take the easy road to the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International CCI***, but they delivered on the second day of dressage and put in a dynamite test for a score of 39.6, making them the only pair to go under 4 (October 16, 2009)
Williams Tops the Field After Day One at the USEF National CCI*** Eventing Championships at the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International
Autumn seemed to bypass the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International in favor of winter, as cold temperatures and steady rain gripped the USEF National Eventing CCI** and CCI*** Championships for the first day of dressage. (October 15, 2009)
Record Numbers Vie for USEF National Eventing Championships at the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International
Elkton, MD – The 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International Horse Trails was inundated with a record number of entries, as 141 horses will go forward to the dressage after a chilly Wednesday afternoon horse inspection. Of those, 113 will be vying for the United (October 15, 2009)
Professional Handler To Be Available At IDHSNA/USEA FEH Championships
Christine Smith, a professional handler, will be available and on site at the 2009 IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Championships to handle and present the young horses. (October 14, 2009)
West Coast Spalding Labs/USEA YEH Championships Information
The Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse West Coast Championships will be held at Galway Downs in Temecula, California on Thursday, October 29. The YEH championships will be running in conjunction with the Galway Downs Three-Day Event and Horse Trials. So (October 14, 2009)
Spalding Labs/USEA YEH East Coast Championships Update
Due to the volume of entries to the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Championships will take place over two days, October 15-16, 2009. The conformation and dressage will take place on Thursday and the jumping along with the pinning of winners on Frida (October 14, 2009)
Eventing Show Jumping Course Design Seminar To Be Held At USEA Annual Meeting And Convention
Whether you’re an up-and-coming designer, official, organizer, or a rider looking to improve their performance over stadium courses, this seminar offers a chance to better understand the practices used by top FEI and Rolex Kentucky CCI**** show jumping de (October 13, 2009)
A First Hand Report of The IDHSNA/USEA FEH Competition at Serra Valley Farms
Sunday morning was rainy and misty for the IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Competition held September 27 at Serra Valley Farms in Mount Airy, Maryland. The indoor at Serra Valley was bright and well-lit. Some of the "regular" competitors were there, but t (October 13, 2009)
Plantation Field Horse Trials Hosts USEA Equine Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Research Study
Plantation Field Horse Trials in Unionville, Pennsylvania was the host site for the preliminary phase of the USEA Equine Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Research Study over the weekend of September 18-20. The USEA Equine Safety Task Force headed by Drs. Ken (October 9, 2009)
Chattahoochee Hills Bounces Back from Record-Breaking Georgia Flood
After a record breaking twenty inches of rainfall, we were forced to cancel our last event of the 2009 season. Fortunately, the water has completely receded, but we did end up losing 30 cross country jumps. Normally even with several six and seven-inch ra (October 9, 2009)
Legendary Eventer Joins FEI Awards Judges
For a set of awards to be considered the best, they have to be judged by the best. And there’s no doubt that the exciting new addition to the judging panel of the FEI Awards is just that. Mark Todd, the New Zealand event rider often hailed as the best hor (October 9, 2009)
Poplar Place Farm to offer a CCI2*/CCI1* & Intermediate HT
Poplar Place Farm (Area III, GA), in conjunction with their November horse trials (November 13-15) has agreed -and been approved by the USEF- to offer a CCI2*/CCI1* and will also add an intermediate horse trials level. Details will be posted to the omnibu (October 8, 2009)
Llangollyn LL Crowned Grand Champion at IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Classes
At last Sunday's IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse classes in Lexington, VA, held in conjunction with the IDHSNA National Show, it was Diane Halpin's Llangollyn LL who trotted away with the Grand Championship at the end of the day. (October 8, 2009)
Cedar Ridge Farm YEH/FEH Competition: A Wet But Triumphant Day
Though the mantra of the day seemed to be "rain, rain, go away," eventers proved once again that they were more than fair-weather fans. The horses were beautifully turned out, rid of the manure stains they incurred over night, and the crowd was bubbly in (October 8, 2009)
2009 IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Championships Information
Don’t miss out on your chance to participate in the 2009 IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Championships. This year the championships will be held at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, VA in conjunction with the Fall Virginia Horse Trials. All the best (October 6, 2009)
Arenus Becomes a Sponsor of the USEA
Arenus is excited to announce a partnership with the United States Eventing Association (USEA) as a first time media sponsor. (October 5, 2009)
REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING AND CONVENTION AND COME HELP US CELEBRATE THE USEA'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY
The USEA 2009 Annual Meeting and Convention Registration is now open. Come help us celebrate the USEA's 50th Anniversary and honor the inductees into the 2009 Eventing Hall of Fame. (October 2, 2009)
The 2010 Worth The Trust Scholarship applications are now available for Young Adult and Adult Amateurs!
The Worth the Trust Educational Scholarships reward up-and-coming eventers by helping to fund their training—clinics, working student opportunities, private, or group instruction. In addition, learning to officiate, working with a Course Designer, Techni (October 1, 2009)
Leslie Law Named 2009 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series Winner
With the conclusion of the Twin Rivers Horse Trials in Paso Robles, California, the 2009 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series has officially ended. Throughout the year the Gold Cup Leaderboard shuffled around quite a bit, but in the end Leslie Law and Fleeceworks (September 30, 2009)
Twin Rivers FEH Event a Resounding Success!
The inaugural Twin Rivers Ranch Future Event Horse competition last weekend was a huge success thanks to the support of west coast eventing breeders, the Twin Rivers Ranch staff and organizers, and the Future Event Horse title sponsors the Irish Draught H (September 30, 2009)
Frost on the Pumpkins at GMHA’s September Horse Trials
South Woodstock, VT –The Green Mountain Horse Association hosted its September Horse Trials on September 19 and 20. The Beginner Novice through Preliminary event along with the Area I Adult Team Challenge held over 2 days provided over 235 riders with ea (September 29, 2009)
Florida Horse Park Fall Event Promises To Be Best Yet
The opening date for the Florida Horse Park Fall Event is just around the corner, so be sure to get your entries ready! The Event which will offer Beginner Novice through Intermediate as well as a Starter Trial is set to run as a one day event on November (September 29, 2009)
Luck Be A Lady At Twin Rivers
Lady Calido's first time was a charm as she and Robyn Fisher took home the big win in the mare's inaugural CIC3* this past weekend at Twin Rivers Ranch in Paso Robles, CA. The CIC3* also served as the final event in the 2009 $10,000 Adequan/USEA Gold Cup (September 29, 2009)
Flooding Forces Cancellation of Chattahoochee Hills Horse Trials & CCI2*
Carl Bouckaert and Ritch Temple have reluctantly announced the cancellation of Chattahoochee Hills Horse Trials and CCI2* originally scheduled for October 31 – November 1. (September 29, 2009)
The Classic Format Thrives At Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
Temecula, Calif. - From 1912 to 2000, the Olympic eventing medals were decided with the classic format: dressage on day 1, a four-phase speed-and-endurance test on day 2 (two phases of roads and tracks, a steeplechase phase and then the cross-country cour (September 29, 2009)
KRISTINA COOK LEADS BRITAIN TO DOUBLE EUROPEAN GOLD
Kristina Cook (GBR), long renowned as one of the world’s best horsewomen, at last won the major international title that has eluded her thus far in her illustrious career when she headed an all-conquering British team..... (September 27, 2009)
CROSS COUNTRY DAY AT THE HSBC FEI EUROPEAN EVENTING CHAMPIONSHIP
Great Britain is on course to win a record 8th consecutive team gold medal at the HSBC FEI European Eventing Championship at Fontainebleau (FRA) ..... (September 26, 2009)
Fisher Catches The Lead At Twin Rivers
Lady Calido’s first three-star endeavor has proven to be charmed thus far and she and Robyn Fisher cruised around the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* cross-country course at the Twin Rivers Horse Trials in Paso Robles, California. (September 26, 2009)
Coudray Leads At Twin Rivers After Dressage
It’s no surprise to see the popular duo of Tiana Coudray and Ringwood Magister leading the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* division after dressage at the Twin Rivers Horse Trials in Paso Robles, California. (September 25, 2009)
Young Event Horse Championships at the Fair Hill International CCI**/***
This year, the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Championships will be held Thursday, October 15 in conjunction with the Fair Hill International CCI and are gearing up to provide an exciting competition. Young horses are coming from all over the Easter (September 25, 2009)
Tickets for Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games on Sale in 24 Hours
LEXINGTON, KY— Tickets for the world’s most prestigious equestrian competition will go on sale in just 24 hours. Tickets to the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games go on sale September 25 at noon EST, exactly one year before the Games arrive in Lex (September 24, 2009)
2009 Adequan/USEA Gold Cup Series Finale at Twin Rivers
The $10,000 2009 Adequan/USEA Gold Cup Series draws to a close this weekend at the Twin Rivers Ranch in Paso Robles, California, where top West Coast horses and riders will compete to take home cash, great prizes, and Gold Cup points. (September 24, 2009)
Information on 2009/2010 USEF Developing Rider Program
Lexington, KY – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Eventing Developing Rider program is instrumental in identifying and fostering up-and-coming Eventing riders in the United States. It has undergone some changes over the last year to continu (September 24, 2009)
SUCCEED® and Wellington Classic Dressage Present USET Foundation Holiday Gala Fundraiser
Wellington, FL – September 24, 2009 – SUCCEED® and Wellington Classic Dressage will be hosting an exciting Holiday Gala Fundraiser on December 11 & 12, 2009, to benefit the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation. The gala will feature some of the (September 24, 2009)
Date Change For IDHSNA/ USEA Future Event Horse Competition
The IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Competition that is scheduled to take place at the Irish Draught Horse Society’s 2009 Annual Horse Show in Lexington, VA has been changed to Sunday October 4 beginning at 12 p.m. (September 23, 2009)
Kelly Beaver Takes Home The Ovation Pace Award
The Ovation Pace Award is given to the rider who finishes closest to the optimum time in cross-country at the American Eventing Championships. The winner receives a super prize package from Ovation™, including the Ovation Four Star saddle, bridle, breeche (September 23, 2009)
Plantation Field Celebrates Success of Second International CIC3* Horse Trials
More than 1,000 Spectators Enjoy Weekend of Competition and Entertainment UNIONVILLE, P.A.: Plantation Field hosted its second international horse trials this past weekend, with more than 1,000 spectators taking in the fierce competition and exciting (September 22, 2009)
Virginia Horse Trials Has Something For Everyone
The Fall Virginia Horse Trials has an activity for every competitor this year. Some of the featured events are: The Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Eastern Adult Team Challenge, Area II Preliminary Championships, A College Team Challenge,Show Jumping Test, an (September 22, 2009)
Phillip Dutton and Jan Byyny's Inmidair Teamed Up To Win The CIC3* At Plantation Field Horse Trials
Several weeks ago Jan Byyny broke her foot in Phillip Dutton’s arena when the young horse she was schooling spooked and fell on her. So it was from the sidelines that she cheered as her horse, Inmidair, won the CIC*** at Plantation Field Horse Trials in U (September 21, 2009)
Riders Have Always Supported The Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
Temecula, Calif., Sept. 14, 2009—The 11th annual Galway Downs International Three-Day Event will climax the 2009 West Coast eventing season with three levels of three-day event competition on Oct. 30-Nov. 1. The Southern California Equestrian Center, on L (September 21, 2009)
Carolina Horse Park Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Fantastic Horse Trials
Raeford, NC. – Sunny skies and mild temperatures greeted competitors at the penultimate horse trial in the 10th year anniversary celebration of the Carolina Horse Park, Five Points Horse Trials, September 11-13. (September 19, 2009)
Get Your Entries In For The 2009 Junior/Young Rider National CCI1* Team Championships
The 3rd Annual Junior/Young Rider National CCI1* Team Championships for 14-21 year olds will be held at the Hagyard Midsouth Three-day Event and Team Challenge, October 15-18 in Lexington, Kentucky for Areas I, II, IV, V and VIII and at Galway Downs Three (September 17, 2009)
Chattahoochee Hills Eventing October Event to Hold CCI** and CIC*
Chattahoochee Hills Eventing, located just outside Atlanta, GA, has replaced the CIC2* division with a CCI2*, for their October 30-November 1 competition. (September 17, 2009)
Stony Brook Farm FEH A Great Success!
On September 5th, Stony Brook Farm in Peterborough, NH hosted an IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Competition and a great time was had by all. Nine horses competed in the yearling, two-year-old, and three-year-old divisions and all entrants said they cannot (September 17, 2009)
2009 Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Final Wrap-Up
The 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships left a lasting legacy at the Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL. The weather was gorgeous, the atmosphere was festive, and the competitors put in their best efforts that resulted in a wond (September 17, 2009)
Day Two Wrap-Up Of The Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships
Day two of the Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships dawned clear at Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, Illinois with half of the riders competed in the dressage arenas while the upper levels headed across the street to tackle the cross-c (September 12, 2009)
Out to Sea
It is with great sadness that we announce that Out to Sea, owned and ridden by Pam Fisher, slipped on a turn between fences during the Preliminary Horse division at the Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships today, September 11. He incurred a (September 11, 2009)
Upper Levels First to Go At the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships
Six divisions of riders, ranging from Training through Advanced, were the first to compete in the dressage at the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships in Wayne, Illinois. Close to 400 competitors are entered to ride against their peers (September 10, 2009)
2009 Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Coverage
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Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Horses and Riders Ready for Competition to Kick-Off
There’s not a rain cloud in the sky as the final preparations for the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships were carried out at Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL today. The 6th annual event is slated to begin tomorrow morning wi (September 9, 2009)
Badminton and Kentucky Agree on Future Dates
The Organizers of the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials and the Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event have been able to avoid a clash of dates in the future. (September 8, 2009)
Mission Accomplished For Carousel Quest
Oliver Townend and Carousel Quest are the undisputed winners of this year’s Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials. Oliver couldn’t have dreamt of a better result. (September 7, 2009)
Burghley Show Jumping Photo Gallery
Show Jumping at Burghley (September 6, 2009)
Oliver and Carousel Quest In Pursuit Of Burghley Win
The week continued as it started for Oliver Townend who after a clear and fast cross-country round with Carousel Quest maintained his lead at The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials. (September 6, 2009)
Burghley Cross-Country Photo Gallery
Cross-Country at Burghley (September 5, 2009)
Stackhouse Saddles First Sponsor of The Classic Preliminary Three-Day
The USEA is thrilled to announce that Stackhouse has signed on as sole Legacy Sponsor of the Classic Preliminary Three-day Series. The company is the first sponsor of this exciting new series. One Stackhouse Saddle will be presented to the winner of a dra (September 4, 2009)
Burghley Dressage Photo Gallery
Dressage at Burghley (September 4, 2009)
CPR/First Aid Certification Course To Be Offered During USEA Convention
On, Wednesday, December 2, 2009 from 1:00-4:30 PM the USEA will be conducting a CPR/First Aid Certification course at the Hyatt Regency-Reston Town Center, Reston, Virginia. The cost of the course is $50.00 however, the class size is limited. Register (September 4, 2009)
Vote For The Best At Burghley
Burghley (GBR), 4 September 2009 International equestrianism focuses on Eventing this weekend, as The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials take centre stage from 3 to 6 September in Great Britain. One of the world’s most famous and prestigious horse t (September 4, 2009)
RevitaVet Signs on as USEA Convention & AEC Sponsor
The USEA is pleased to welcome RevitaVet as a silver level sponsor for the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships, Young Rider of the year sponsor at the Annual Meeting and Convention, and also the "Official USEA Infrared Therapy System. (September 4, 2009)
Bit of Britain Rallies $1500 In Prizes At AEC Competitors Party
Bit of Britain, title sponsor of this year’s USEA American Eventing Championships, has rallied it’s vendors to donate $1500 worth of prizes to be raffled off during the Saturday night’s AEC Celebration and BBQ. (September 4, 2009)
USEA Youth Board Awards Advancement Grants To Young Riders
The USEA Youth Board announced the winners of the 2009 USEA Youth Board Advancement Grants, sponsored by SmartPak and Equilite. The grants will provide the opportunity for two Junior or Young Riders to spend two weeks working and training at a high perfor (September 4, 2009)
USEA Eventing Hall of Fame - Honorees for 2009 Announced
The USEA is proud to announce the five individuals and three horses who will be inducted into the USEA Eventing Hall of Fame during the USEA’s Annual Meeting and Convention in December. Bruce Davidson, Denis Glaccum, Kevin Freeman, David O’Connor, and E (September 4, 2009)
Oliver Townend on Serious Quest at the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials
The violently windy conditions at The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials (GBR) proved no handicap to the leader after Dressage, Oliver Townend (GBR), who is also heading the HSBC FEI Classics™ at this fourth leg of the worldwide series. (September 4, 2009)
Truluck Gives Phillip A Chance
Phillip Dutton and Truluck have taken the lead at the end of the first day of dressge at the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials. (September 3, 2009)
Fair Hill Three-Day Closing Date Clarification
The closing date for the Fair Hill International Three-Day Event which is scheduled to run from October 14-18, 2009 is September 15. The closing date listed on the Omnibus page, September 29, refers to the Young Event Horse Championships. If you have (September 3, 2009)
"r" Final Exam To Be Held At Rubicon Horse Trials
There will be a “r” Final Exam for prospective Event Judges, Technical Delegates, and Course Designers offered in conjunction with the Rubicon Horse Trials in Leesburg, Virginia on November 7-8, 2009. If you are ready to take your final exam but stil (September 3, 2009)
GMHA Hosts 35 Competitors In SmartPak Equine USEA Training Three-Day Event
The final SmartPak Equine USEA Training Three-Day Event of the summer ran in Woodstock, Vermont, on August 27-30, at the Green Mountain Horse Association facility. The event offered three divisions of the T3D to 35 entries including a junior division. At (September 3, 2009)
Fifth Annual AEC Dog Show Set For Saturday Night Competitor Party!
Starting spiffing up your loyal horse show dog and practicing a few new tricks because the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships Dog Show is going to be the best yet! The AEC Dog Show will take place on Saturday night at the beginni (September 2, 2009)
Stone Gate Farm Horse Trials Extends Closing Date
Stone Gate Farm Horse Trials has extended their closing date and will be accepting entries through September 8. The horse trials which are located in Hanoverton, Ohio are scheduled to take place September 19-20. Please check the Stone Gate Farm website (September 2, 2009)
Dansko Fair Hill International Festival In The Country Returns October 15-18
Fair Hill, MD—August 31, 2009—The popular Dansko Fair Hill International Festival in the Country returns October 15-18, 2009 to the Fair Hill Natural Resources Management Area in the heart of beautiful Cecil County, MD. This year’s Festival features worl (August 31, 2009)
Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials to Offer Cross-Country Footage Online
To keep Burghley’s followers here and abroad up to date with the action the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials will provide a ‘free’ and ‘experimental’ offer by which fans will be able to go to our sister site Burghley.tv and on a delayed basis view each ri (August 31, 2009)
2009 USEA Appreciation Awards - Nominations
Every year at the USEA Annual Meeting and Convention, an Awards Luncheon is held. This is an opportunity for the sport to recognize those horses and riders who have excelled in Eventing throughout the year. It is also an opportunity to recognize those ver (August 28, 2009)
Rocking Horse Fall H.T. To Offer SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Event
The Rocking Horse Fall Horse Trials in Altoona, Florida has added a training-three day division to its line up of divisions. In the past, the Fall Horse Trials at the Florida Horse Park has offered a training-three day, but is unable to have one this year (August 28, 2009)
Send in Your FAQ's!
We all know that eventing can be a complicated sport, especially for someone who's just getting started. The USEA is currently working on revamping the FAQ section of our website in order to answer as many questions as possible about the USEA, your member (August 26, 2009)
USEA Announces Changes to The Horse and Rider Achievement Award Program
The USEA is pleased to announce a revamping of the Horse and Rider Achievement Award Program. For the last two decades qualified riders had to submit an application to the USEA to receive recognition of their achievement, but with the new technology avail (August 25, 2009)
Twin Rivers International Horse Trials and Festival Welcomes FEH Championship Competitors
The first west coast IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Competition will take place during the International Horse Trials at Twin Rivers Ranch. All yearlings, two and three year old fillies and colts will be invited to compete in hand on Saturday, September 2 (August 25, 2009)
Media Passes Available for 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA AEC
Interested in covering the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships for your magazine, newspaper, radio, television station, or website? Contact the USEA for your all-access media pass! (August 24, 2009)
Law Takes Victory At Richland While Brannigan Takes Gold Cup Lead
History repeated itself Sunday, August 23, as Leslie Law and Fleeceworks Mystere Du Val jumped a double-clear show jumping round to successfully defend their position as CIC3* Champions at the Richland Park Horse Trials (August 24, 2009)
Germany's Michael Jung is the New HSBC FEI World Cup™ Eventing Champion
Michael Jung (GER) confirmed his status as a rising star in the sport of Eventing when he rode superbly on La Biosthetique Sam to become the first German winner of the HSBC FEI World Cup™ Eventing Final, held for the first time in Eastern Europe at Strzeg (August 23, 2009)
Law Continues To Defend His Title At Richland
Reigning Richland Park three-star champions Leslie Law and Fleeceworks Mystere Du Val defended their title beautifully today as they galloped around Ian Stark’s Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* cross-country course at the Richland Park Horse Trials in Richland (August 22, 2009)
Germany Leads the Pack After Cross-Country at the HSBC FEI World Cup
Determined German riders have dramatically seized the initiative in the HSBC FEI World Cup™ Eventing Final after a thrilling afternoon’s sport at Strzegom (POL). (August 22, 2009)
Check out the Summer Issue of Eventing USA 2.0!
In this issue, you’ll find NAJYRC Diaries, exciting insights from Rebecca Farm, the Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials, the Level III/IV ICP Workshop with Karen O’Connor, horse and rider profiles, Q&As with Abigail Lufkin, and much more! (August 21, 2009)
Law Leads CIC3* After Dressage At Richland Park
It was almost like déjŕ vu as Leslie Law and Fleeceworks Mystere Du Val took the early lead after dressage in the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* division at Richland Park. Last year’s winning duo once again topped the class with a score of 42.7. (August 21, 2009)
Top International Field to Contest The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials Title
Last year’s winner, William Fox-Pitt will be defending his title at the 2009 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials (September 3-6). The leading British rider, one of 100 international entries for this year’s event, will however have to overcome some serious (August 21, 2009)
News From the HSBC FEI World Cup™ Eventing Final
The HSBC FEI World Cup™ Eventing Final in Strzegom (POL) has got off to a thrilling start with Dressage performances of the highest level. The competition includes the world’s best combinations. Oliver Townend (GBR) is in the lead on his Badminton win (August 21, 2009)
USEA Announces New Blog Series
The USEA is excited to announce a new series for the Eventing USA Blog. Once a month we are going to feature an "Owner of the Month." If you know of an owner (or yourself!) that has shown exemplary dedication to the sport of eventing, and would like to no (August 20, 2009)
Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Only Three Weeks Away!
Over 200 competitors are already entered to ride in the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships at Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL. Do you wish that you could participate in the Championships? Well you still can because there are (August 20, 2009)
Heading to the Bit of Britain/USEA AEC? Consider a Patron Pass
Welcome to the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships! Congratulations on your qualification and we look forward to seeing you at the Lamplight Equestrian Center. (August 20, 2009)
HSBC FEI World Cup Eventing Final Preview
All Roads Lead to Poland Follow the event on FEI TV www.feitv.org Clayton Fredericks (AUS) is counting down the days to his defence of his HSBC FEI World Cup™ Eventing title this weekend (21-23 August) at the eagerly-awaited horse trials at Strzegom (P (August 19, 2009)
Future Event Horse Cancellation in Area III
Due to insufficient entries, unfortunately the IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse competition at Magnolia Farm in Citra, FL had to be canceled. (August 19, 2009)
Hurricane Preparedness Advice For Citizens, Farmers, Pet Owners, and Others
The Atlantic Hurricane Season is off to a slow start this year, and on August 6, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration cut its 2009 forecast. It now predicts seven to 11 storms, with three to six becoming hurricanes. As I write this, howev (August 19, 2009)
Adequan/USEA Gold Cup Division at Richland Park Horse Trials Boasts Top-Notch Entries
With only three events left in the 2009 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series, the heat is on for competitors to rack up the points towards winning the $10,000 prize money. This weekend's 35 entries in the CIC3* division at The Richland Park Horse Trials in Richla (August 18, 2009)
Check out the Ever-Expanding IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Calendar!
New to the IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse calendar are two competitions in Area VI. The first one is at the Twin Rivers Fall Horse Trials. It will be held on September 26th beginning at 3 p.m. They are the first to hold a west coast FEH competition so be (August 17, 2009)
HSBC FEI World Cup Eventing Final - Live Broadcast on FEI TV
From Friday 21st until Sunday 23rd of August 2009, Poland will be in the spotlight of international top level Eventing when for the first time ever a country from Eastern Europe will be hosting a HSBC FEI World Cup™ Final. (August 17, 2009)
Inaugural Future Event Horse Classes at Green Hill Park
Nearly ten of the finest young horses in southern and central Virginia turned out for the inaugural IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Classes at the Green Hill Park Equestrian Center in Salem, Virginia. It was nearly a perfect day for Lauren Seitz as her thr (August 14, 2009)
Calling All Area I Owners of Yearlings, Two-Year Olds, and Three-Year Olds
Don’t miss out on the upcoming IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse competition at Stony Brook Farm. The closing date is in two weeks so get those entries in. This FEH Competition is the last one in Area I before the championships so let’s see your beautiful ba (August 14, 2009)
2009 Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Winners Will Come Home With a Trailer Full of Prizes
Ever dreamed of owning a Vega saddle? How about a Charles Owen helmet? Then send in your entry as this year the Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships is going to wow the winners with the awesome prizes that are up for grabs. Winners can walk (August 13, 2009)
Eventing at The Florida Horse Park has New Organizers
Olympian Peter Gray and four-star eventer, Jon Holling, are taking the reins as the new organizers of the horse trials at the Florida Horse Park in Ocala, Florida. (August 12, 2009)
World Equestrian Games Tickets Go On Sale Soon
After years of planning, we are now in the final stretch to the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. The world’s most prestigious equestrian competition is coming to Kentucky in 2010—providing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for your members and rea (August 12, 2009)
Wits End Overcomes Extreme Weather and Heat to Complete HSBC World Cup Qualifier
Severe weather including torrential rain and extreme thunderstorms delayed competition at Wits End Horse Trials for the final day of competition for the HSBC FEI World Cup Qualifier. But the professionalism of the riders and the confidence of the horses (August 12, 2009)
YEH at The Event at Goose Downs Still Accepting Entries
Attention West Coasters, The Event at Goose Downs is still accepting entries for the Young Event Horse Classes. Don’t let this opportunity to get a qualifying score for the West Coast YEH slip away. Remember the West Coast Championships will be held at th (August 11, 2009)
Plantation Field International Horse Trials Guarantees a Great Time!
UNIONVILLE - SEPTEMBER 18-20, 2009 The Plantation Field International Horse Trials and CIC*** will be held just off Route 82 in Unionville, Pennsylvania. The three days of equestrian competition will include day one, dressage, day two, cross country and (August 11, 2009)
2010 USEA Ocala Eventing Clinics
Mark your calendars now for the 2010 USEA Ocala Eventing Clinics which will run February 1-3, 2010. We have an exciting schedule planned for all eventing enthusiasts. On Monday Lauren Hough will be covering Show Jumping and Tuesday will feature Linda Zang (August 5, 2009)
USEA Members Receive Discount from Bit of Britain Saddlery
Don't forget to take advantage of the USEA Member Benefits from the AEC's new Title sponsor - Bit of Britain Saddlery and owner John Nunn. Read more for details.... (August 5, 2009)
USPC Award Committee Announce Winners of Grand Prix Trip to Ireland
The Eventing Committee and the Grand Prix Award committee wish to announce the success of this year's Preliminary division United States Pony Club Eastern Championship competition and USEF/USEA event held in Lexington, VA July 23 - July 26, 2009. We were (August 3, 2009)
Equestrian Aid Foundation Celebrates NAJYRC Riders with a Pizza Party
Junior Competitor Jessica Deimler Recognized for EAF Fundraising Efforts. (July 31, 2009)
Winners of the Charles Owen Technical Merit Award at The Event at Rebecca Farm
The Charles Owen Technical Merit Award was presented to a rider in each division of preliminary and training levels at this year's Event at Rebecca Farm. This year's award was judged by Level IV ICP instructor, Peter Gray, and Paul Delbrook. (July 31, 2009)
FEH Classes Held in Conjunction with Irish Draught show in Lexington, VA
Future Event Horse Classes will be held in conjunction with the Irish Draugth Horse Society of North America's 2009 Annual Horse Show. The FEH classes will be held on Sunday, October 4 in Lexington, Virginia at the Virginia Horse Center. (July 31, 2009)
Youth Board Advancement Grants to be sponsored by SmartPak and Equilite
The USEA Youth Board is proud to announce that the 2009 Youth Board Advancement Grants are going to be sponsored by SmartPak and Equilite,makers of Sore No More. (July 30, 2009)
2009 Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Tentative Schedule of Divisions
Have you made the great decision to attend the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships, but don't know what plans to make? Well you are in luck! Below you will find the schedule of divisions for this year. (July 29, 2009)
Attention Area III FEH Competitors
The IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse competition at The Magnolia on August 29th in Citra, FL desperately needs entries or it will have to cancel! If you are planning on attending please contact Ashley Williams at ashley301972@hotmail.com or (904) 803-4846 n (July 29, 2009)
Proud Day for Prather and Ballinakill Glory at Rebecca Farm CIC3*-W
It was a ladies weekend at the Rebecca Farm CIC3*-W in Kalispell, Montana where Kelly Prather, Jennifer Wooten-Dafoe, and Kristi Nunnink took home the top placings aboard their three respective mares. (July 28, 2009)
Maxance McManamy and Laura Roberts Score Eventing Gold at NAJYRC
Lexington, KY—Both the Team and Individual medals were decided today in three-day eventing as both the CCI** and CCI* riders returned to the arena to complete their show jumping test in the USEA North American Junior & Young Rider Eventing Championships. (July 26, 2009)
Prather and Ballinakill Glory Ante Up the Stakes in the Rebecca Farm CIC3*-W
Kelly Prather and Andrea Pfeiffer's Ballinakill Glory threw down the gauntlet on Friday afternoon with the best score of the day in the CIC3*-W at Rebecca Farm, and maintained their lead with a quick and tidy cross-country round on Saturday. The experienc (July 26, 2009)
Eventing Riders Complete the Cross-Country Challenge at NAJYRC
Lexington, KY—Cross-country day has come and gone at the USEA North American Junior & Young Rider Eventing Championships at the Kentucky Horse Park. It was a day full of athletic horses cruising around the course and strong riders enjoying every minute (July 25, 2009)
Jack Le Goff 1931-2009
Lexington, KY - Jack Le Goff, the man who defined the Eventing Program in the United States passed away today, July 24, 2009, in France. The legendary horseman revolutionized the United States equestrian program and defined an era with medals and champion (July 24, 2009)
Kelly Prather and Ballinakill Glory Earn Top Dressage Scores at the Rebecca Farm CIC3*-W
The world-renowned Event at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, Montana is well under way this weekend, with just under fifteen horses competing in the CIC3*-W. This prestigious event is the only World Cup Qualifier in the United States, and offers four FEI divis (July 24, 2009)
News From the Adequan FEI North American Junior and Young Riders Championships
The 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior & Young Riders Championships (NAJYRC) presented by Gotham North kicked off on Wednesday 22 July at the Kentucky Horse Park. Despite the fact that rain showers, and eventually a downpour, plagued the first day of (July 23, 2009)
Double-Win for Fisher in the Young Event Horse Competition at Rebecca Farm
Robyn Fisher had a fantastic day at the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse competition at The Event at Rebecca Farm, taking home the top honors in both the four- and five-year-old classes aboard two equally talented young horses. (July 22, 2009)
New Additions to the YEH and FEH Calendars
As the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Series and the IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Series have been growing in popularity, organizers have stepped to the plate to add new competitions to the calendar. (July 22, 2009)
Eventing Competition and Training Grants Awarded for 2009 Autumn Season
Lexington, KY − The USEF Eventing High Performance Committee (EHPC) is pleased to award the following horse/rider combinations Competition and Training Grants for the fall of 2009: (July 20, 2009)
FEH at Maryland Horse Trials II Results
On Friday an impressive group of yearlings, two-year-olds, and three-year-olds gathered at Loch Moy Farm to participate in the IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Series. The weather was wonderful, the babies perfectly behaved, and the Maryland Horse Trials vo (July 20, 2009)
Burnett and St. Barths Best the Field in the Cosequin Stuart CIC2*
It was all Hannah Sue Burnett all weekend at the 20th Anniversary of the Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials held July 16-19 in Victor, NY. Along with Richard Thompson’s 9-year-old Thoroughbred gelding, St. Barths, the pair started atop the pack after dressage o (July 20, 2009)
2009 Adequan NAJYRC presented by Gotham North Readies for Kick-Off
Beginning Wednesday, July 22, with a kick-off celebration and opening ceremonies, the 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior & Young Riders Championships (NAJYRC) presented by Gotham North will welcome junior and young riders from across the expanse of th (July 20, 2009)
Teams Announced for the 2009 North American Junior & Young Riders Championships
The 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior & Young Riders Championships is right around the corner and the teams have been officially selected. NAJYRC will take place at the Kentucky Horse Park from July 21-26. It is the premier equestrian event for rider (July 20, 2009)
Burnett and St. Barths Remain Atop the Pack in the Stuart CIC2*
Hannah Sue Burnett leapt one step closer to cashing in on a chunk of the $7,500 purse being offered this year to the winner of the CIC2* division at the 20th Anniversary of the Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials. Held July 16-19 in Victor, NY, this destination (July 19, 2009)
Hannah Sue Burnett and St. Barths Lead the CIC2* at Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials
This year’s CIC2* division at the 20th Anniversary Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials, held in Victory, NY, July 16-19, is star-studded to say the least with the likes of Karen O’Connor, Bonnie Mosser, and Dornin North, to name a few, atop the score board. On t (July 17, 2009)
USEA Announces the Mark Phillips Pony Rider Awards at Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships
The USEA will be adding a special award at the Bit of Britian/USEA American Eventing Championships. The Mark Phillips Pony Rider Awards will be presented to the highest placed Pony Rider in the Beginner Novice, Novice, and Training divisions at the Americ (July 16, 2009)
Ovation Returns to Sponsor AEC Cross-Country Pace Award
The USEA is pleased to announce that Ovation will be returning for the second year to be the sponsor of the Ovation Cross-Country Pace Award at the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships. (July 15, 2009)
Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials Gears Up for a Big Weekend
The Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials has quite a weekend ahead of them as they gear up for their 20th Anniversary in Victor, New York, and the fifth straight running of an Adequan/USEA Gold Cup event. (July 13, 2009)
Send Your Sports Psychology Queries to Abigail Lufkin
A Sports Psychology Q & A column will be included in each new issue of the online magazine where readers can send in their sports psychology questions and have them answered by the famous international event rider and sports psychologist, Abigail Lufkin. (July 13, 2009)
Maui Jim Horse Trials Wraps Up
Wrap-up of last weekend's Maui Jim Horse Trials in Wayne, Illinois. (July 13, 2009)
Rebecca Farm to Host Inaugural USEA Preliminary Three-Day Event
The USEA is proud to announce that Rebecca Farm will be the host of the first USEA Preliminary 3-Day Event July 23-26, 2009 in Kalispell, Montana. The P3D is a Classic format three-day event, incorporating roads and tracks, steeplechase, and cross-countr (July 9, 2009)
Millbrook Horse Trials offer $3000 in Prize Money
The Millbrook Horse Trials is once again proud to offer $3000. in prize money for each Advanced Division. In addition, all divisions will receive fantastic prizes for First thru Fourth place. Some of our major prize sponsors include Maui Jim, Charles Ow (July 9, 2009)
Future Event Horse Series Extends to Area III - Updated Information
The USEA members have spoken, and we have listened! An IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse competition is going to be hosted in Area III this summer. The FEH Series is blooming with three new events in the Midwest and now this event in Southeast. So pull out y (July 9, 2009)
2009 AEC Joins Forces with Riding For A Cure
The USEA is proud to announce that for the second year the Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships will benefit Riding For a Cure. (July 6, 2009)
AEC Veterans Give the Championships Rave Reviews
The opening date for the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships is just around the corner! As you are filling out your entry form and digging up a copy of your Coggins, get inspired by some of last year’s winners. (July 2, 2009)
Juniors and Young Riders: Spend Two Weeks With Boyd Martin or Gina Miles
Juniors and Young Riders! Here’s your chance to work and train with Gina Miles or Boyd Martin for two weeks! (July 1, 2009)
Support USEA Team Safety: SafeT Shirts Available At USEA Web Store
"SafeT's" are still on sale at the new USEA Web Store, located at ShopUSEA.com. Now ordering is easier than ever. Remember, ALL profits from the sale of Safe-Ts go to the USEA Safety Fund to support vital research, education, and safety programs. (June 30, 2009)
Inavale Farm SmartPak Equine/USEA T3DE Wraps Up - Alexa Wolf & Kalypso's Page Take Top Honors
Twenty-six horses passed the morning trot up and all of them completed the competition. On a crystal clear day with a gentle cool breeze blowing it was a close competition going into show jumping phase on Sunday afternoon. (June 29, 2009)
Cross-Country Day at the Inavale Farm SmartPak Equine/USEA T3DE
Saturday’s endurance phase of the inaugural Gallops Saddlery Training 3 Day Event at Inavale Farm ran extremely well on a beautiful cool sunny morning. Riders, grooms and coaches were well prepared, for all phases. Twenty seven competitors finished the (June 28, 2009)
Inaugural Inavale Farm Horse Trials & SmartPak Equine/USEA Training 3-Day Event Kicks Off This Weekend
The inaugural Inavale Farm Horse Trials and Training 3-Day event (sponsored in part by Smart Pak and Gallops Saddlery) began with a large turnout of 29 competitors. (June 27, 2009)
Follow The USEA On Twitter and Facebook
The USEA has recently started Facebook pages dedicated to our new online magazine, Eventing USA 2.0, and our newly opened USEA Web Store. You can also follow the USEA on Twitter. (June 22, 2009)
USEA Accepting Nominees to the 2010 Board of Governors
The USEA is looking for nominees from your area for the USEA Board of Governors for 2010. Please fill out the BOG 2010 Nominee application and submit to nominate your representative for the USEA Board for 2010. (June 19, 2009)
USEF Eventing Training Sessions Dates and Locations Announced
Gladstone, NJ - This summer the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Eventing High Performance will be holding training sessions for A-List, B-List, and Developing Riders. The sessions will be conducted by U.S. Chef d’Equipe Mark Phillips, and are o (June 18, 2009)
USEA Launches Eventing USA 2.0 Online Magazine
We're proud to announce the release of our first issue of Eventing USA 2.0, an interactive online magazine that will be published three times per year in addition to our award-winning print magazine Eventing USA. (June 17, 2009)
Walter Gervais - Obituary
Walter Gervais, the well-known septuagenarian eventer, died this morning at age 87 at his home in South Attleboro, Massachusetts. (June 17, 2009)
Chattahoochee Hills to Host 2010-2012 USEA American Eventing Championships
The USEA is pleased to announce that its Board of Governors has awarded the 2010-2012 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) to Chattahoochee Hills Eventing in Fairburn, Georgia. This will be the third site to host the championships, which began in 20 (June 17, 2009)
Will Coleman and Twizzel Finish 5th at Luhmuhlen
Last weekend, Will Coleman, 26, of Gordonsville, Virginia had a spectacular weekend aboard Twizzel, a 13-year-old Westphalian gelding owned by Tivoli Farm, at the Luhmuhlen CCI4* in Germany. A rollercoaster year has finally culminated in a fantastic four- (June 15, 2009)
Brand New USEA Web Store Now Open
The new and improved USEA Web Store is now open. The store has undergone a complete makeover in an effort to better serve our members. Show off your USEA pride by ordering some fabulous apparel to wear at your next event. (June 15, 2009)
Jennie Brannigan and Cooper Cross the Pond to Compete in the Bramham CCI3*
Last February, 21-year-old Jennie Brannigan of San Diego, CA was awarded the Jacqueline B. Mars International Competition and Training Grant. Brannigan decided to use the grant to travel to the Bramham CCI3* in England with her eight-year-old, Dutch Warmb (June 15, 2009)
Future Event Horse Series at The Maryland Horse Trials at Loch Moy Farm
Summer is the perfect time to get your yearlings, two-year-olds, and three-year-olds exposed to the competition atmosphere by participating in the IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Series. (June 12, 2009)
Maui Jim Horse Trials - Novice Entries Full - Wait List Established
Effective 6/11/09 at noon, the Novice Divisions at the 2009 Maui Jim Horse Trials are closed. No more Novice entries will be accepted." (June 11, 2009)
Encore Horse Trials Still Accepting Entries
The Encore Horse Trials (Area 8) in Ann Arbor, Michigan is still accepting entries for their June 27-28 event. You can enter through June 16 with no late fees. (June 10, 2009)
Great Vista Horse Trials Extends Closing Date
The organizers of the June 28 Great Vista Horse Trials (Area 1) in Fort Plain, New York are extending the closing date for the event. Entries will be accepted through June 22. (June 10, 2009)
Nancy Hamill Winter Elected President of Equine Land Conservation Resource; 2009 Officers Selected
Nancy Hamill Winter (IL), a life-long equestrian and conservationist was elected President of the Equine Land Conservation Resource at the April 27, 2009 meeting of the organization’s Board (June 4, 2009)
West Coast Young Event Horse Preview and List of YEH Championships Qualified Horses
West coast eventers pull out your young horses and get them ready because there are only a few chances left to qualify your four-year-olds and five-year-olds for the West Coast Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Championships at Galway Downs in Temecula (June 3, 2009)
Find Out What's New at the 2009 Fox River Valley Pony Club Horse Trials
What’s Exciting about the '09 Fox River Valley Pony Club Horse Trials? New Sponsors, Courses, Tracks, Jumps and Scheduling – That’s What! (June 2, 2009)
Waredaca YEH/FEH wrap-up
The Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse competition got in just under the wire as the sky opened up with thunderstorms last Friday at the Waredaca Horse Trials in Unity, Maryland. The competition was first-class with 13 horse and rider combinations compe (June 1, 2009)
Training Three-Day Event at the Indiana Eventing Association H.T. a "Resounding Success"
The Indiana Eventing Association’s Training Three-Day Event was a resounding success. The weather was perfect, the footing was great, the volunteers were cheerful and helpful, the clinicians, staff and help were superb. (June 1, 2009)
Tight Finishes in Preliminary Challenge Highlight Woodside Horse Trials
Woodside, Calif., May 24, 2009- To the cheering of about 500 enthusiastic fans, Beth Temkin of Portola Valley, Calif., rode Jude's Law to a clear show jumping round that captured the Horse Division of the inaugural $30,000 Preliminary Challenge at the Hor (May 27, 2009)
Delphine Largeteau and Picante Pull Off A Hot Win At Meadowcreek Training Three-Day Event
A single rail decided the winner of the SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day event at the Texas Lions Camp Charity Horse Trials on May 22-24 in Kosse, TX. (May 26, 2009)
Running Order and Doug Payne Rise to the Challenge at the Virginia CCI1*
Some of the most promising horses and riders in the country turned out for the Virginia CCI1* long-format three-day event, CCI1* short-format, and horse trials this past weekend at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Virginia. Though the numbers were (May 26, 2009)
Gear Up for the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Series
Looking for a way to show off your four- or five-year-old this summer? Check out the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Series. Competitions are already underway and will be continuing up until the championships in the fall. Visit the YEH Venue Calendar (May 21, 2009)
2009 AEC at Lamplight Promises to be the Best Yet
If you haven’t made it up to Wayne, Illinois to see the Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships at the picturesque Lamplight Equestrian Center yet, this year may be your last chance! (May 21, 2009)
USEF Eventing High Performance Lists and Developing Riders List Updated
Lexington, KY – All three Eventing High Performance Training Lists have been updated following the spring competition season. Horse/Rider combinations will be invited to participate in training sessions with Mark Phillips. It is anticipated that training (May 21, 2009)
US Eventing Continues Support of 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North
Lexington, KY – Eventing at the 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) will continue to thrive under the generous support of the United States Eventing Association (USEA). For the third consecut (May 20, 2009)
Maui Jim, Inc. to Continue Sponsorship of the Maui Jim Horse Trials
Maui Jim, Inc. of Peoria, Illinois will continue as title sponsor of the Maui Jim Horse Trials in Wayne, Illinois July 9-12. The company is in the fourth year of a five year sponsorship agreement with the event, and its tremendous generosity has contribu (May 20, 2009)
Executive Director of Historic Morven Park To Retire After 16 Years Of Dedicated Service
The Board of Trustees of the Westmoreland Davis Memorial Foundation, Inc. announced today that long-standing Morven Park Executive Director, William F. O’Keefe, will be retiring on December 31, 2009. (May 19, 2009)
The 25th Winona Horse Trials Wrap Up
From Jackie & Dave Smith of Stone Gate Farm I would like to thank all the competitors for choosing to come to the 25th running of the Winona Horse Trials. I hope you and your horse had an enjoyable experience. We really lucked out with the weather. D (May 19, 2009)
Course Designer Training Program & Continuing Education Clinic at Rebecca Farm
Have you ever thought about becoming a cross-country Course Designer? The USEA will be conducting a combined Course Design Training Program and Continuing Education Clinic July 24-26, 2009 during The Event at Rebecca Farm. (May 19, 2009)
Mike Winter and Unsteelable Forge a Victory in the Chattahoochee Hills CIC2*
Canadian rider Mike Winter mastered the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC2* division at Chattahoochee Hills in Fairburn, GA, May 15-17. Aboard Jim Walker’s Unsteelable, the pair proved unbeatable as they became the only duo to finish on their dressage score of 54 (May 18, 2009)
It's Showtime at Woodside
Woodside, Calif., May 15, 2009—Tickets to the inaugural Preliminary Challenge Gala are going nearly as fast as entries have filled for the Event At Woodside on May 22-24. A well-qualified field of 32 horses will contest the two sections of the Preliminary (May 15, 2009)
NEW USEA/Spalding Labs Young Event Horse FAQ Page
(May 15, 2009)
Kelli Temple and Axel Rose Rock the Competition at Chatt Hills
The Adequan USEA Gold Cup series is well underway at the Chattahoochee Hills Horse Trials in Fairburn, Georgia, as Canadian rider Kelli Temple and the young Axel Rose take a strong lead in the CIC2*, the designated Gold Cup division. (May 15, 2009)
Wash Bishop Obituary
Washington D. Bishop of Middleburg, Virginia passed away on May 9th, 2009. Wash was born on September 25, 1955 and grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. He was a loving father to his daughter Annie and her husband Robert Onda. (May 13, 2009)
Cheers for Chattahoochee Hills - the Next Event in the 2009 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series
The race for $10,000 continues with the next Adequan USEA Gold Cup event this weekend.... (May 13, 2009)
CCI Bromont Three Day Event announces $10,000 prize for The Greenbrier Team Cup Competition!
The Bromont Three Day Event Organizing Committee proudly announces the Greenbrier Farm Team Cup Competition. Prize money of $10,000 Cdn, generously donated by Greenbrier Farm, will be awarded to the members of the 1st and 2nd placed teams competing in the (May 12, 2009)
Bailey Wick Euthanized at Jersey Fresh
It is with great sadness that we report that Acorn Hill Farm's Bailey Wick was euthanized after a fall on course with Phillip Dutton last Saturday, May 9, at the Jersey Fresh CCI3* in Allentown, NJ. (May 11, 2009)
Michael Pollard and Icarus Fly To CCI3* Victory at Jersey Fresh
With a rail in hand, Michael Pollard and Icarus jumped double-clear to claim victory in the CCI3* division at the Jersey Fresh Three-Day Event in Allentown, NJ, May 7-10. (May 11, 2009)
Final Results from Badminton 2009
Its Oli and Flint take Badminton 2009 (May 10, 2009)
ELCR Helps Horsemen Join Forces With Other Recreation Groups To Improve Trail Safety and Enjoyment of Public Lands
A group of national and state trail advocacy organizations representing equestrian, OHV, and bicycle interests recently completed a collaborative effort to develop a new guide called “Sharing Our Trails – A Guide to Trail Safety and Enjoyment”. (May 6, 2009)
Inaugural Preliminary Challenge Awaits Riders for May Event at Woodside
Woodside, Calif., April 17, 2009 — With $30,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs, riders from up and down the West Coast are aiming their horses for the inaugural Preliminary Challenge, at the Event At Woodside on May 22-24. (May 4, 2009)
Winona Horse Trials Announces the NEW Technical Merit Awards
Competitors at the Winona Horse Trials will be among the first in the nation to compete for the NEW ‘Technical Merit Award’. (May 4, 2009)
MacKinnon Ice Horse Supports USEA Safety Initiative for 2nd Straight Year
The USEA is pleased to announce the continued partnership with MacKinnon Ice Horse, an innovative company which provides cold therapy products for equines. For the second year in a row, MacKinnon Ice Horse will be donating 10% of their sales proceeds of t (April 28, 2009)
Farewell to Kingpin
The US Eventing Association would like to extend their sincerest condolences to Mike Winter and the King Pin Syndicate on the loss of the talented four-star eventer King Pin. (April 27, 2009)
Fredericks and Headley Britannia Crowned Rolex Champions
Headley Britannia leapt into the record books on Sunday afternoon as she became the first mare to win the Rolex Kentucky CCI4*. With longtime owner and rider Australian Lucinda Fredericks in the tack, ‘Little Brit’ became the second horse in history to wi (April 27, 2009)
Lucinda Fredericks Gallops Into the Lead with Headley Britannia After Cross-Country, Hoy and Davidson Hot on Their Heels
The top three riders were back for interviews in the press tent after the cross-country phase this afternoon at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, but were seated in a slightly different order. Australian Lucinda Fredericks, aboard Headley Britannia, jum (April 25, 2009)
Hoy and Ringwood Cockatoo Catapult into First with a 28.8 at Rolex Kentucky CCI4*
Bettina Hoy of Germany and her longtime partner Ringwood Cockatoo blew the competition away this afternoon after posting a stunning 28.8 to take the lead in the Rolex Kentucky CCI4* in Lexington, KY. (April 24, 2009)
Top Standings Remain Unchanged After Friday Morning Session at Rolex Kentucky CCI4*
After the morning session on the second day of the dressage at the Rolex Kentucky CCI4* in Lexington, KY, the top seven standings remain the same from yesterday, with Dutch rider Tim Lips leading the field with Concrex Oncarlos with a 42.0. (April 24, 2009)
The Europeans Dominate After Day One at Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, Dutch Rider Tim Lips Leads the Field
The largest group of foreign riders ever to compete at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event in Lexington, Kentucky took over the lead on the first day of dressage, with the Europeans giving a clean sweep of the top three positions. (April 23, 2009)
Dressage Begins With British Lead at Rolex Kentucky
The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event christened the newly designed outdoor arena as dressage began on Thursday morning, April 23. (April 22, 2009)
Fifty Horses to Start at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event; 30 Americans to Vie for 12th Rolex/USEF National Eventing Championship
The 12th Rolex/USEF National CCI**** Eventing Championship got underway Wednesday, April 22 with the first horse inspection at the 2009 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event. (April 21, 2009)
Irish Draught Horse Society of North America Named Title Sponsor of the USEA Future Event Horse Series
The USEA is pleased to announce an exciting new partnership with the Irish Draught Horse Society of North America, who will become the 2009 title sponsors of the USEA Future Event Horse Series. (April 20, 2009)
World's Best Horses and Riders Set to Compete at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY-April 20, 2009- The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, set to return to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY, April 23-26, will feature a Who's Who of the world's best Eventing horses and riders. (April 20, 2009)
Briggs and The Gentleman Pirate Win First Event of the SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Series
Kelsey Briggs and her Thoroughbred gelding Gentleman Pirate took home top honors at the first SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Series of the year at the Florida Horse Park in Ocala last weekend. (April 20, 2009)
Holsteiners Dominate the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Competition at Twin Rivers
The first Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse competition of 2009 on the West Coast took place on Thursday, April 16 at the Twin Rivers International Three Day Event. (April 17, 2009)
USEA Launches Eventing USA 2.0 Online Magazine
We're proud to announce the release of our first issue of Eventing USA 2.0, an interactive online magazine that will be published three times per year in addition to our award-winning print magazine Eventing USA. (April 17, 2009)
Universal Sports to Broadcast Rolex FEI World Cup Finals Live from Las Vegas
The top riders in the world compete as Universal Sports presents live TV and online coverage of the Rolex FEI World Cup Final from Las Vegas, Nevada, April 16-19. Coverage will include the Dressage Grand Prix, Jumping Finals I, II, and III, and the Dressa (April 15, 2009)
Details Regarding the USEF Return to Play Rule now Available Online
At the 2009 United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Annual Meeting, the USEF Board of Directors passed the ‘Return to Play’ rule. (April 13, 2009)
The Race is on for the $10,000 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series!
The 2009 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series is off to a running start this year, and the country's top horses and riders from coast-to-coast are already racking up points towards a year-end purse of $10,000! Horse and rider combinations from eight destination e (April 13, 2009)
A Statistical Review of the National Sport in 2008
Cooperation and Collaboration:Following Through on Our Safety Initiatives - A Statistical Review of the National Sport in 2008 (April 9, 2009)
Buck Davidson & My Boy Bobby Prep for Rolex with a Big Win at The Fork CIC3*
Buck Davidson was focused and confident as he headed into the show jumping ring on Sunday afternoon, as he geared up Carl Segal’s My Boy Bobby for the final phase of the CIC3* at The Fork Farm in Norwood, North Carolina. (April 8, 2009)
Florida Horse Park hosts Festival of the Horse 2009 presented by Ocala Star-Banner
$30,000 in prize money for the CCI**, with $10,000 going to first place! (April 8, 2009)
USEA Continues Partnership with Charles Owen
The United States Eventing Association is proud to welcome back the Charles Owen as a long-time sponsor of the Instructors’ Certification Program. In addition to supporting this important educational program, Charles Owen helmets are the “Official Riding (April 8, 2009)
Improved SUCCEED® Equine Fecal Blood Test™ Now Available Through Veterinarians from Freedom Health
Aurora, OH (March 2, 2009)—Freedom Health, LLC, announced that the SUCCEED® Equine Fecal Blood Test™ (FBT) is now available through veterinarians. The company had stopped production of the FBT in early 2008, citing manufacturing problems. The new FBT – a (April 8, 2009)
Buck & Bobby Battle for Blue in the CIC3*
Spectators arrived in droves to cheer on their favorite riders today at The Fork Horse Trials and CIC3* in Norwood, North Carolina, where many of the top riders in the country were getting in final runs before the Rolex Kentucky CCI4* in a few weeks. (April 4, 2009)
Montgomery Maintains Lead in The Fork CIC3*
Blessed with sunny skies, the second day of dressage at The Fork Horse Trials and CIC3* in Norwood, North Carolina wrapped up this afternoon. Clark Montgomery of Ocala, Florida, and Up Spirit were the early leaders in the CIC3*, posting a score of 38.9 du (April 3, 2009)
A New Dawn for the Classic Format
The classic three-day event is undergoing an exciting rebirth! A stalwart group of five event organizers across the country is joining forces with the USEA to revamp the classic one-star and create a whole new “full-phase” experience that combines the bes (March 31, 2009)
The Colorado Horse Park Expands Eventing Season
The Colorado Horse Park kicks off an exciting season of eventing on May 2 with the Eventing Derby. This is followed by the highly anticipated Colorado Horse Park CCI** on May 29-31. (March 31, 2009)
Tryon Triumphs At Galway Downs International Horse Trials
Temecula, Calif., March 29, 2009 — With a faultless show jumping round on the final day of competition at the Galway Downs International Horse Trials, Amy Tryon and Leyland claimed the Adequan/USEA Gold Cup as the winner of the CIC3*. (March 29, 2009)
Sexson Gallops to Top of Galway Downs International Horse Trials
Temecula, Calif., March 28, 2009 — Jolie Sexson of Martinez, Calif., finished the cross-country course with the day’s fastest time to take the lead in the CIC3* at the Galway Downs International Horse Trials. On Killian O’Connor, Sexson accrued 2.4 time p (March 28, 2009)
Coudray and Tryon Dominate Dressage At Galway Downs International Horse Trials
Temecula, Calif., March 27, 2009 — Tiana Coudray, of Ojai, Calif., and Ringwood Magister outperformed the rest of the CIC**** field today in dressage, making them the pair their 11 rivals must catch at the Galway Downs International Horse Trials. (March 27, 2009)
Announcing the Launch of EventingUSA 2.0!
Introducing EventingUSA 2.0! The USEA is gearing up to launch its newly designed multimedia magazine with all original content, lots of videos, and interesting, timely articles, results, etc., which will take our award-winning EventingUSA magazine online. (March 26, 2009)
Mark the Calendar: Plans for 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North in Full Swing
Lexington, KY – The countdown to the 2009 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) has begun in earnest. For the first time, the NAJYRC will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY – which (March 26, 2009)
ProChaps to be a Product Sponsor of the SmartPak Equine USEA Training Three-Day Event
ProChaps, a revolutionary new line of half and full chaps, is proud to partner with the United States Eventing Association to be a product sponsor of the USEA Training Three-Day Event. The Training Three-Day Event has continued to gain momentum and suppo (March 25, 2009)
Reminder to Officials, Organizers, and Scorers
In 2008, a new term was endorsed by the USEF Technical Committee to help distinguish rider falls from other types of non-technical eliminations at recognized horse trials. (March 25, 2009)
Amerigo Named the Official Saddle of the USEA American Eventing Championships
Amerigo Saddles, for the 6th straight year, has been named the Official Saddle of the Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC). The AEC are the national championship event for the sport of eventing. Open to amateurs, juniors and profess (March 25, 2009)
Announcing the Formation of the Classic Three-Day Event Series
The organizers of the last remaining five events offering CCI* with steeplechase anywhere in the world, have banded together to launch a new series, the Classic Three-Day Event Series, in hopes of saving this historic format. After a meeting in February (March 17, 2009)
Order 2009 USEF Rules for Eventing
Hard copies of the 2009 USEF Rules for Eventing are now available for purchase. To order the new rulebook, click on the "Rules for Eventing" link under the "Competitions" logo on the USEA homepage. On the top of the Rules for Eventing page, click the link (March 17, 2009)
Galway Downs to Host West Coast Young Event Horse Championships This Fall
All the top four- and five-year-old talented event horses in the country will now have an equal opportunity to compete in the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Championships, as Galway Downs has graciously opened their doors to host the inaugural West (March 17, 2009)
Midsouth Three-Day Event to Host Training Three-Day
The 2009 Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event organizers are going to have their hands full this fall! This prestigious event has just signed on to host a Smartpak USEA Training Three-Day Event during their show from October 15-18 at the Kentucky Horse Park i (March 13, 2009)
Update on Maryland Equine Event Policies
ANNAPOLIS, MD (March 12, 2009) – Exhibitors and organizers of horse shows and other equine competitions in Maryland need to comply with certain state animal health regulations (COMAR 15.11.12.01 forward) in order to hold and attend equine events. The req (March 12, 2009)
Design The New "Safe-T" T-Shirts: Help Promote Safety
Want to get involved in promoting safety in Eventing? Help the USEA design their new “Safe-T” t-shirts. (March 10, 2009)
North American Thoroughbred Society Launches Annual USEA Performance Awards
March 09, 2009 – The North American Thoroughbred Society (NATBS), a company that promotes the interests of Jockey Club-registered North American Thoroughbreds, today launched the NATBS Annual USEA Performance Awards. The award program recognizes the achie (March 9, 2009)
2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Web Site Has New Home
The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Web site has a new home at www.alltechfeigames.com. The Web site still includes features such as the event schedule, discipline information, latest news, information on tickets, and hospitality packages, as well as t (March 6, 2009)
D&M Program Notice Regarding Use of Liniments
Recently, there have been some questions related to the use of liniments. The specific liniments in question are: (March 2, 2009)
New Course Designer for 2010 Red Hills H.T.
The Red Hills International Horse Trials announced last week that Hugh Lochore, FEI "I" CD, will become the course designer for Red Hills 2010. (March 2, 2009)
The Fork Horse Trials
The Fork Horse Trials will be limiting their entries this spring... (February 28, 2009)
BBC Commits to Broadcast of the Alltech FEI European Championships 2009
[Lexington, KY] – Alltech, a global leader in animal health and nutrition, is proud to announce that the BBC, one of the largest broadcasting corporations in the world, will provide coverage of the Alltech FEI European Championships 2009. (February 26, 2009)
Benefits in the Economic Stimulus Act for Horse Industry
President Barack Obama has signed the Economic Stimulus Act into law. The bill is intended to provide a jump-start to the U.S. economy. “The new law contains two important tax incentives that would allow a much bigger write-off for horses and other depre (February 26, 2009)
USEA Publishes 25 Years Of Eventing Results
In an effort to preserve eventing history and for the benefit and enjoyment of all its members, the USEA has organized much of its historic competition information into digital documents. (February 25, 2009)
USEA Launches Suggestion Box
We’re all ears! The USEA has created a Suggestion Box where you can drop your comments and suggestions about topics, issues, and concerns that matter most to you. (February 25, 2009)
United States Equestrian Federation Eventing Jumper Rules
The rules for Eventing Jumping (EV 143 - EV154) were re-written in the 2009 United States Equestrian Federation rule book. The reason for this was to bring them in line with F.E.I. rules for Jumping and to make it easier for competitors and officials c (February 25, 2009)
New Features: Rulebook and Omnibus
You may have heard the news that because of rising printing and postage costs in a harsh economy, the USEA is no longer printing the USEF Rules for Eventing or USEA Omnibus. But what you may not know is that you can still order a hard copy of the Rulebook (February 13, 2009)
USET Foundation Awards Jacqueline Mars Training Grant to Jennie Brannigan
The USET Foundation is pleased to announce that the Jacqueline B. Mars International Competition and Training Grant has been awarded to 21-year-old Jennie Brannigan of San Diego, CA. (February 11, 2009)
Thank You To All Survey Participants
Thank you to all who participated in January’s marketing survey, the first in a year-long series of surveys designed to get to know you, our members, better and provide the services, programs, and products you like best. (February 9, 2009)
The Show Goes On For Horse Trials At The Ark and Continuing Education Clinic
The USEA would like to thank Jeff and Amy Wylie, and Abbey Dondanville, for committing to the running of the Horse Trials at The Ark despite low entries. (February 9, 2009)
Competition Schedule Revised for 2010 Games
The World Games 2010 Foundation today announced a revision to the competition schedule for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. (January 30, 2009)
Eventing USA Welcomes ThorTurf as Column Sponsor
Eventing USA is pleased to welcome ThorTurf Equestrian Surfaces™, a revolutionary horse footing company, as the new sponsor of the popular horse health column, 'While You're Here Doc.' (January 26, 2009)
FEI Rule Changes Effective January 2009
To all Competitors entering FEI Competitions in 2009 and All Organizers of FEI Competitions in 2009: There have been several FEI rule changes pertaining to the Show Jumping phase of all FEI Competitions beginning January 1st, 2009. (January 26, 2009)
USEA Board of Governors and USEF Board of Directors Approve Proposed “Return To Play” Rule
Voted on at the USEF Convention, this rule change will prevent riders who have suffered unconsciousness or sustained concussions as a result of falls or accidents during competition or in competition warm-up arenas from returning to competition until they (January 26, 2009)
International High Performance Fees Now Effective For FEI Competition
The USEF Executive Committee has enacted a new International High Performance (IHP) fee structure for 2009 for all disciplines that compete in international (FEI) competitions. (January 26, 2009)
Dates and Locations Finalized for 2009 Eventing Training Sessions
Lexington, KY – The USEF has allocated the following dates and locations for the 2009 Eventing Training Sessions. Riders named to the 2009 Eventing Training List are invited to participate in these sessions with US Chef d'Equipe, Mark Phillips. Where spec (January 21, 2009)
USEA Area VIII Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner
Saturday February 7th, 2009 at the Columbus Zoo in Columbus,OH.... (January 20, 2009)
Update on 2009 SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Series
The new qualifications for the Training Level Three-Day Series approved at the USEA Annual Meeting last December have been postponed until 2010. The qualifications for participation is now at the discretion of the organizer. (January 15, 2009)
USEA 50th Anniversary Logo: And The Winner Is...
The USEA Board of Governors has chosen a logo to represent the Association’s 50th Anniversary. The winner is... (January 9, 2009)
USEF Announces 2009 Developing Rider List for Eventing
Lexington, KY – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named the 2009 Developing Rider List for Eventing. (January 4, 2009)
SmartPak™ Signs on as Title Sponsor of the Training Level Three-Day Series
The USEA is pleased to welcome SmartPak as the new title sponsor of the Training Level Three-Day Series, a wonderful series designed to educate Training level riders on the values of the long-format event. (December 21, 2008)
USEA – Planning Responsibly for 2009 Economic Challenges
The USEA is implementing a few changes in an effort to continue to maintain the financial soundness of the Association in the face of the current economic crisis in the U.S. We have been closely monitoring the economy since gas prices started inching up (December 19, 2008)
USEA Introduces Eventing Medal Program
The USEA announced at the Annual Meeting and Convention last weekend an exciting new medal program, which will provide our members with recognition through a goal oriented program within the various levels of eventing. (December 18, 2008)
SUCCEED Signs on as USEA Corporate Sponsor
The United States Eventing Association is proud to welcome SUCCEED® Digestive Conditioning as Corporate Sponsors and the "Official Digestive Conditioning Program of the USEA." (November 24, 2008)
Power Ty 1992 - 2008
Power Ty, owned by Darren Chiacchia was put down on Wednesday November 12, 2008 after colicing. Power Ty was a classic TB event horse, who excelled in the long format. He had a long and impressive career competing in 19 FEI events, including 7 fours stars (November 19, 2008)
USEF Watch List to Become Effective January 1
Lexington, KY − The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Executive Committee approved the specifications for the Eventing Watch List on November 17, 2008. Born out of discussions at the USEF/USEA Safety Summit in June, the goal of the Watch Li (November 19, 2008)
Registration Still Available for Second Annual USEF Youth Convention
Lexington, KY— For the second year, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) will host the Youth Convention, which will take place Saturday, January 17, 2009 in Cincinnati, OH. Held in conjunction with the USEF Annual Meeting, this one-day event fea (November 19, 2008)
First use of safety jump material at Wayne DuPage Horse Trials
So how does a new idea on making cross country courses safer go from idea to implementation? Jane Braddock, of Rochester, MN interviews Dan Kowalewski, organizer of the Wayne DuPage Horse Trials to find out. (November 15, 2008)
Freedom Health Announces Winners of the 2008 USEA National SUCCEED® Challenge
Aurora, OH (November 10, 2008) - Freedom Health, LLC, is proud to announce the winners of the 2008 United States Eventing Association (USEA) SUCCEED® Challenge Series. This incentive program was open to USEA members competing in the Adequan® Gold Cup S (November 10, 2008)
Import Restrictions Announced for Horses from Florida Entering Canada
Ottawa, ON—The Breeds & Industry Division of Equine Canada would like to inform all stakeholders of the Canadian horse industry that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has imposed import restrictions on horses from Florida entering Canada due to a (November 4, 2008)
2008 Adequan/USEA Gold Cup Champions Announced
With the 2008 competition season coming to a close, the Adequan/USEA Gold Cup Series is pleased to announce the winners of this exciting series. It was a tight race throughout the year, but in the end it was a pair of young friends who claimed the titles. (November 3, 2008)
U.S.Eventing Association Receives 2008 Best of Leesburg Award
WASHINGTON D.C., October 29, 2008 -- U.S. Eventing Association has been selected for the 2008 Best of Leesburg Award in the Horses & Other Equines category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). The USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Progra (October 29, 2008)
USEA/EMCO Future Event Horse Series Championships A Success
**Updated with photo galleries!** (October 7, 2008)
Lucinda Green Weighs In On The One-fall Rule
Lucinda Green, who will be a keynote speaker at the USEA Convention this December in New Orleans, has always been a thought-provoking commentator on our sport. (August 12, 2008)
Important Information for Organizers
The USEA Policy for Recognized Competitions has been updated. While the policy has been in place for a number of years, it was felt clarification of Item 9a, the policy on Starter Fees. (August 8, 2008)
USEF Updates Eventing Qualifications
One of the most pressing issues raised at the USEF/USEA Safety Summit held in Lexington, KY on June 7-8, 2008 was the need to tighten qualifications for horse and riders to move up and remain at levels of recognized competition. (August 1, 2008)
Woodside Brings Barnacle A Poignant Adequan USEA Gold Cup Victory
Josh Barnacle and his Selle Francais gelding Florestan du Serein hadn’t contested the Advanced level in nearly three years, but the pair from Santa Rosa, Calif., still cruised to a decisive victory at the Woodside Horse Trials. (May 27, 2008)
Attention All Active Competitors, Officials, and Organizers
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: the first fall of competitor, at obstacles, on the Cross-Country course will result in Elimination. (May 22, 2008)
Sensors Pinpoint 'Faulty' Approach
Engineering graduates at Bristol University will be carrying out research at a series of horse trials as part of efforts to make the sport safer. (May 20, 2008)
Captain Mark Phillips - Education is the Answer
“Everyone has an opinion on the reasons behind the spate of bad eventing accidents. But no one has a solution — and I’m sure that’s because there isn’t one easy answer." (April 20, 2008)
2009 Revisions for Qualifications for FEI Eventing Judges
The FEI Eventing Committee has reviewed the qualifications for the FEI eventing judges and will propose the following changes for the Revision of the 2009 FEI Rules for Eventing. (February 8, 2008)
Education and Communication – the Key to a Safer Sport FEI Eventing Safety Forum, Copenhagen (DEN), 19 January 2008
The sport of Eventing must reach new heights in education, experimentation, data collection and communication in its quest to reduce – or even eliminate - the risk of tragic accidents. (January 20, 2008)
Safety Alert – Dealing with Icy Footing
For most of us, winter brings with it that delightful menu of snow, ice, and cold temperatures, all of which leads to unique horse management challenges. (January 17, 2008)
2007 USEA/Spalding Labs Young Event Horse Series Championships Photo Gallery
Gallery of photos from the day (September 13, 2007)
2007 USEA/Spalding Labs Young Event Horse Series Championships Photo Gallery
A survey of photos from the day. (September 13, 2007)
29 Horses Vie for Honors at the Difficult Run Pony Club Future Event Horse Competition (Photo Gallery Added)
The new Future Event Horse Pilot Program attracted a total of 29 young horses to Difficult Run Pony Club Horse Trials at Frying Pan Park, Herndon, Virginia on Friday. (August 29, 2007)
Future Event Horse at Talbot Run Results - New Pictures and Links Added!
(August 1, 2007)
Champagne Run Future Event Horse Results
(July 30, 2007)
Maryland Horse Trials Future Event Horse Results
(July 24, 2007)
2007 USEA/Spalding Labs Young Event Horse Venues (Updated 9/28)
(July 17, 2007)
Compete in a Training Level Three-Day Event and Win a Stackhouse Saddle!
Want to experience the ultimate rush of competing in a three-day event, learn to gallop over steeplechase fences, get advice from the country's top eventing trainers, and be in the running to win a Stackhouse saddle? Sound too good to be true? Well, inst (June 27, 2007)
USEF Forms Safety Task Force
The USEF has formed a Task Force to review current safety procedures at USEF competitions and to make recommendations to the USEF Safety Committee regarding possible changes to safety standards for licensed competitions, regardless of breed or discipline. (June 12, 2007)
"Officially Yours", by Karen Winn and Cindy DePorter
Volume 3, issue 1 (April 7, 2007)
Cindy Burge Memorial ICP Grant
The Cindy Burge Memorial ICP Grant is offered each year by each USEA Area's Adult Rider Program to one (or more) of its Area's instructors who meet the grant's qualification standards and is selected as a recipient. These qualification standards include (March 14, 2007)
List Your Eventing Stallion on the New USEA Stallion Page
New USEA Stallion Resource page, your link to producing the next World Champion. (February 18, 2007)
Send us Your College/University Equestrian Program Information
New USEA Resource, information about U.S. University and Colleges offering Equestrian Eventing Programs. (February 8, 2007)
2007 USEA/Spalding Labs Young Event Horse Series Set To Begin
The USEA/Spalding Labs Young Event Horse Series will kick off its 2007 season March 14 at the Sporting Days in Aiken Horse Trials in Aiken, South Carolina. (January 31, 2007)
USEA "Officially Yours" by Gretchen Butts
Volume 2 / Issue 2 / Aug 2006 (September 6, 2006)
2006 USEA/Spalding Labs Young Event Horse Series Kicks Off
The 2006 USEA/Spalding Labs Young Event Horse Series kicked off March 17 at the Rocking Horse Spring Horse Trials in Altoona, Florida. Due to the early date, only a five-year-old division was held. (May 19, 2006)
USEA "Officially Yours" by Gretchen Butts
Volume 2 / Issue 1 / Jan 2006 (January 9, 2006)
Head Injuries In Riders: Think Smart!
(December 13, 2005)
Behind the Scenes with the Cross-Country Course Controller
(December 13, 2005)
United States Wins Bid to Host 2010 World Equestrian Games
First Time Outside of Europe, the United States Will Host World's Largest Equestrian Competition at Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky (December 6, 2005)
About the Events
(November 1, 2005)
USEA "Officially Yours" by Gretchen Butts
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