USEA Podcast #408: Volunteers Make Eventing Possible
Eventing couldn’t run without dedicated volunteers, and this week on the USEA Official Podcast, host Nicole Brown speaks to Caroline Greathouse, longtime volunteer at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, and Liz Poole, experienced British five-star volunteer who’s now based in the U.S. They cha...
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.
Youth Mentorship Program Now Open for Applications: Kick Off at USEA Intercollegiate & IEL Championships
The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is excited to announce the opening of applications for the 2026 Youth Mentorship Program, which will be hosted at up to four major championships and events this year. The first deadline for applications is approaching on Tuesday, April 21 for th...
USEA's Classic Series Will Debut at The Spring Event at Archer in May
In 2017, Allison Murphy led the charge in creating a new event in Area IX, The Event at Archer, held at Archer Equestrian Park in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Now running twice a year—in late May/ and August—the event offers Starter through the hybrid Intermediate/Preliminary level, and for this year’s spr...
Patience and Planning Lead Kokoleka to 2025 USEA 7-Year-Old Horse of the Year Title
The economics of being a professional rider often mean selling your top horse to fund the next group of young horses, and that’s exactly what brought Kate Brown to Ireland four years ago on a cold, stormy night. Brown had just sold one of her Advanced horses and was looking for a young horse who ...
Liability and Coverage Gaps Every Equestrian Owner Should Understand
If you own a farm or run a training business, farm insurance and liability insurance are essential. We spoke with Don Graves, President of the Marshall+Sterling Equine Division, about the most common coverage gaps he sees and how equestrians can better protect what they’ve built.
FLAIR Joins USEA as Official Educational Partner for 2026
The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to welcome Achieve Equine as an Official USEA Educational Partner for 2026, through their FLAIR brand.
Strider Continues as USEA Educational Partner for 2026
The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to announce STRIDER will continue its partnership, serving as the “Official Educational Partner” of the USEA. A leader in the equestrian industry, STRIDER is committed to making equestrian sport more accessible at all levels, and this partn...
Why is the ECP Important and Why Should You Ride with an ECP Certified Coach?
USEA’s Eventing Coaches Program (ECP) is a vital program for the future of eventing in the U.S. The ECP strives to educate coaches to improve safety, horse welfare, and enjoyment in eventing.

























