Laine Ashker (pictured above left at the 2010 AEC) riding Anthony Patch and Sinead Halpin (pictured above right at the 2010 AEC) riding Manior De Carneville both finished on the score of 38 at last weekend’s Southern Pines H.T. II in Raeford, NC. Sinead bested a field of 23 riders in the Advanced A division while Laine finished first by ten points in the Advanced B Division. Both Sinead and Laine are preparing for the Rolex Kentucky CCI4* at the end of April.
Final Results | Leslie Threlkeld Photos
The USEA is saddened to share the passing of Dr. J. Allen Leslie DVM, a distinguished veterinarian, who died peacefully on April 3 surrounded by family and loved ones at his farm in Christiana, Pennsylvania. He was 84.
Effective communication between riders and horse show organizers is crucial for a smooth and successful competition experience. Clear, polite, and well-organized communication not only ensures that your requests are properly handled; but also helps maintain a positive relationship with organizers and helps the longevity of the sport.
The final day of competition at the the Yanmar America Tryon International Spring Three-Day Event presented by Tow & Collect crowned five new champions, featuring show jumping competition in Tryon Stadium and the final rounds of cross-country competition on the White Oak cross-country course at Tryon International Equestrian Center & Resort (Tryon International). Read more below.
At last fall's Full Moon Farm Horse Trials, 16-year-old Miriam Keefer guided her horse, Micky, over the final cross-country jump with quiet determination and a flash of joy. It was her first recognized event at the Novice level, and she placed second out of 16 competitors—qualifying her for both the USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds and a long-format three-day event.