Mai Baum Wows in Day of FEI Dressage Highlights
Counting split divisions, there are 35 classes running at The Event at Rebecca Farm this week, but it was the CCI4*-S dressage that riveted everybody’s attention on Friday.
That’s when Mai Baum and Tamie Smith earned a 22 score to lead the division by over 10 points. The numbers, howeve...
Pressure Proof Tip with Daniel Stewart: The Trauma and Drama of Riding
Last month we began a series of Pressure Proof tips dedicated to fear and discussed the idea of building a fear-a-myd: a series of fears (from least to greatest) written in the form of a pyramid. We then talked about creating a second pyramid containing of a series of strategies...
Cornelia Fletcher: Horses & Family
Cornelia Fletcher has always known she wanted a life filled with horses and family. A young eventing trainer and rider, Cornelia was determined not to let her professional goals derail her desire to start a family. In June 2024, that wish came true when Cornelia gave birth to her daughter, Sparro...
Weekend Quick Links: July 12-13
Are you following along with the action from home this weekend? Or maybe you're competing at an event and need information fast. Either way, we’ve got you covered! Check out the USEA’s Weekend Quick Links for links to information including the prize list, ride times, live scores, and more for all...
7 Summer Hoof Care Tips for Event Horses from Farrier Chris Martelli
We're celebrating National Farriers Week, and we caught up with top farrier Chris Martelli for some summer hoof care tips. Be sure to tell your farrier this week (and honestly, every time you see them!) how much you appreciate them (and maybe bring them a cup of coffee!).
In Memoriam: Iris Winthrop Freeman (1935-2025)
Iris Winthrop Freeman died on May 26 at Groton House, in Hamilton, Massachusetts, where she had grown up.
Virginia Horse Center Fall Schooling Horse Trials Return Aug. 23-24
The Virginia Horse Center is set to host its popular Fall Schooling Horse Trials and Combined Test the weekend of Aug. 23-24. Designed for riders of all levels looking to gain mileage in a relaxed, educational setting, the weekend includes a full schooling day on Saturday and an unrecognized comp...
Defender U.S. Eventing Team Secures Second Place in Thrilling UBS-Cup CCIO4*-S at Aachen
The Defender U.S. Eventing Team earned a podium finish in the UBS-Cup CCIO4*-S at following a decisive cross-country phase in front of an energetic German crowd at the historic grounds of CHIO Aachen. Led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law, the team's efforts across all three phases helped propel them t...
Success at Twin Rivers Has West Coast’s Top Eventers Excited for the Future
The Twin Rivers Summer Horse Trials gave riders of event horses across different stages in their development the chance to dream big.
Caroline Pamukcu Pulls Off Maryland International CCI4*-S Win
Caroline Pamukcu won the Maryland International CCI4*-S this weekend with high hopes to repeat her performance at CHIO Aachen (Germany) this week. She took home the blue ribbon in the division, which is sponsored by Triple Crown Feed, with She’s The One (Jaguar Mail x One to Watch), owned by Moll...
The VIP Volunteer: Barb Bennett Loves 'Helping Make the Show Possible'
Growing up in Omaha, Nebraska, horses were far out of Barb Bennett’s reach. She made do by begging her parents for pony rides at local carnivals and daydreaming about a horse of her very own.
