United States Eventing Association

3 Ditches & A Dude, the top-placing team in the Adams Horse Supply USEA Novice Adult Team Championship (ATC), proved their competitive spirit went far beyond the ring at the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds. In between each competitive phase, course walks, and cheering for their teammates, the group took the time and effort to submit a stellar entry for the Adams Horse Supply ATC Scavenger Hunt, too!

The United States Eventing Association, Inc. and our partners at Adams Horse Supply are proud to congratulate the 3 Ditches & A Dude team, comprised of members Justine Perrotti riding Cyprinus Carpio, Samantha Marcoux riding Seeing Is Believing, Sarah Varney riding Love You More, and Jasmine McPherson riding Sloan, as the winners of this year's Adams Horse Supply ATC Scavenger Hunt. As the winning team, 3 Ditches & a Dude will be receiving a seriously fun prize pack courtesy of Adams Horse Supply and Equinavia!

From high-fiving volunteers and tackling course walk challenges to finding Adams Horse Supply representatives in the wild, and fully committing to the assignment, they absolutely understood the brief. The best part wasn’t even the scavenger hunt itself. It was seeing exactly what the Adult Team Championships are supposed to be about - new friendships, cheering each other on, helping one another, having fun, and making memories together. We applaud the team for embodying the true spirit of the ATC in their submission!

Check out the team's submissions for the eight photo challenges below:

• High-five a volunteer! Without them, our sport would not be possible!

• Join one of USEA’s Cross-Country Course Walks to prep with the pros. Show us your "Oh no!” face in front of the scariest jump on course!

• Take a photo with a rider you admire, professional or amateur…and thank them for being an inspiration.

• Show an act of good horsemanship with a team horse (i.e. grooming, grazing, etc.)

• Pick your favorite “iconic” background or monument at KHP and take a team photo

• Do "duck face" with an Adams Horse Supply Rep…extra credit if you find one wandering loosely at the park!

• Participate in the Adult Rider Party Hoppy-Horse Races! Name your horse and include him/her in the photo

• Get a full team photo at the Adams Adult Rider Lounge Rider Meet-Up (bonus if you include your Area Coordinator or the USEA Adult Rider Program Chair, Amy Winnen!)

About the Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships

The Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships, which debuted in 2014, is the capstone event for the USEA Area Adult Team Challenges, providing adults the chance to compete as a team and represent their Area of the country in a friendly and fun environment. Historically, adult riders had three regional Team Challenges in which to compete with fellow adults in a team environment, with the locations changing each year. In 2013, the USEA Adult Rider Coordinators voted to move to support Adult Team Challenges taking place in all 10 Areas across the country, with the finale being the ATC at the USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds. Each Area can send up to nine teams and 39 riders for the BN, N, T, and M levels, plus an additional eight members if they are at the Starter level only. Adult Riders know how to have a good time, and there is no doubt that they bring an increased level of excitement and camaraderie to the AEC! Click here to learn more about the USEA Adult Team Championships.

The USEA would like to thank ATC Title Sponsor, Adams Horse Supply, and contributing sponsors ARMA, Bates Saddles, The Chronicle of the Horse, FarmVet, FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips, Gallagher’s Water, Kerrits, Marshall+Sterling, Nutrena Feeds, PulseVet, Schneiders Saddlery, Sidelines Magazine, SmartPak, and Santa Cruz Animal Health for sponsoring the Adult Team Championships.

About the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC)

The USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds is the pinnacle of the sport at the national levels. Held annually, the best junior, adult amateur, and professional competitors gather to vie for national championship titles at every level from Starter to Advanced. This ultimate test of horse and rider draws hundreds of combinations from around the country to compete for fabulous prizes, a piece of the substantial prize money, and the chance to be named the National Champion at their respective levels. In fact, the 2021 AEC garnered over 1,000 entries and now stands as the largest eventing competition in North American history. The 2026 USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds will be held on Aug. 25-30 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky. Click here to learn more about the USEA American Eventing Championships.

The USEA would like to thank Presenting Sponsor: Nutrena Feeds; Advanced Final Title Sponsor: Adequan; Platinum Level Sponsors: Bates Saddles, Marshall+Sterling Equine Insurance; Gold Level Sponsors: ARMA, Gallaghers Water, PulseVet, Schneiders Saddlery, SmartPak, Standlee; Silver Level Sponsors: Auburn Labs, Kerrits, The Jockey Club Thoroughbred Incentive Program, Rood & Riddle; Bronze Level Sponsors: 70°, Antech Diagnostics, Athletux, The Chronicle of the Horse, Devoucoux, D.G. Stackhouse & Ellis, Dubarry of Ireland, Equestrian Team Apparel, Grayson-Jockey Club Research Foundation, John Deere, Retired Racehorse Project, Ride EquiSafe, Santa Cruz Animal Health; Contributing Level Sponsors: AnimaSol, CrossCountry App, Foxhollow Farm, Georgetown/Scott County Tourism, Kentucky Equine Research, Kentucky Horse Park Foundation, Lexmark, LV Harkness, Only Fools and Horses, #WeRideTogether, YETI; and Prize Level Sponsors: ARRO Helmets, The Dad Den, Dandy Products, Equiluxe Tack, Equine IMED, Fair Hill Saddlery, FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips, I Love My Horse Boutique, The Infused Equestrian, Love Equestrian, Majyk Equipe, Mare Modern Goods, Natalie Hummel Coaching, Neighborly Tack, Outlaw Nutrition, Parkmore Supplements, Peak Performance Equine Spa, Poseidon Animal Health, Rachel Dory Fine Art, Right Path Equestrian, Saddle Bird Boutique, Sidelines Magazine, Strides For Equality Equestrians, STRIDER, Stylish in the Saddle, VTO Saddlery, and XLR8 Equine.