In Memoriam: Roger Secrist
The USEA sends our heartfelt condolences to the friends and family of former USEA Board of Governors member Roger Secrist. Secrist played a pivotal role in founding of the Carolina Horse Park (Raeford, North Carolina) and spearheaded several influential initiatives for the USEA during his terms o...
Horse Illustrated Returns as Media Partner of the USEA
The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to announce that EG Media Investments, through their brand, "Horse Illustrated," has returned as an official Media Partner of the USEA for 2026. "Horse Illustrated" will additionally continue as a Contributing Level Sponsor of the ...
3 Simple Ways to Grow the Future of Eventing
As conversations about the sport’s sustainability continue, much of the attention has focused on budgets, entries, and infrastructure at the top of the sport.
In Memoriam: Nancy Corwith Hamill Winter
The USEA was saddened to hear that Nancy Corwith Hamill Winter, a visionary conservationist, passionate equestrian, and student of the world, died on Feb. 27 while spending time with her beloved horses and friends in Aiken, South Carolina. She was 83.
Lillet 3 Rises to the Top in SRF Carolina International CCI4*-S
While Tamie Smith’s partnership with Lillet 3 is still under two years old, she and the 10-year-old Holsteiner mare (S.I.E.C. Livello x Princess L) have picked up some strong results at the Intermediate and Advanced levels in recent months.
Equine Fatality at Carolina International CCI & H.T.
The Setters’ Run Farm Carolina International and the Carolina Horse Park (Raeford, NC) are deeply saddened to announce that Heathcliff, a 13-year-old Canadian Sport Horse gelding competing in the Novice Rider division, collapsed and died as he and his rider, Angi Bevers, were entering the ring fo...
Martin and Miks Master C Make a Move to the Top of SRF Carolina International CCI4*-S
Just nine of 38 pairs jumped clear today over Brody Robertson’s show jumping course at the CDP Eventing Stables CCI4*-S at the Setters’ Run Farm Carolina International, and Boyd Martin and Miks Master C added their name to that list.
Diabolo is Back in the Big Ring at SRF Carolina International CCI4*-S
Diabolo and Will Coleman hit their stride in 2024, winning the Cosequin Lexington CCI4*-S, the $60,000 Adequan USEA Advanced Final, and the Plantation Field CCI4*-S, but a minor injury that fall meant the gelding was laid up for most of 2025.
The Eventing Saddle Buyer's Guide: Fit, Function & Finding the Right Match
The saddle is your most important piece of equipment, the vital connection between you and your horse. Understanding what makes an effective eventing saddle, and how to ensure proper fit for both horse and rider, is essential for success in this demanding sport.























