The Barbury Castle Horse Trials in Marlborough, England will be the final Mandatory Outing for eventing athletes attempting to claim a spot on the U.S. Eventing Team at the 2012 Olympic Games. The event runs June 28 - July 1, 2012. More information about the competition, which will serve as a final preparation for several international teams, can be found at http://www.barburyhorsetrials.co.uk/
As stated in the Selection Procedures, all short listed athlete/horse combinations will be required to demonstrate their continued preparation, soundness, and ability by competing at the Mandatory Outing. U.S. selectors and veterinarians will be on hand to observe.
The 2012 Land Rover U.S. Eventing team will be announced on July 2, 2012.
Contact Sara Ike at 908.326.1164 or via email, [email protected], with any questions.
Follow the Land Rover U.S. Eventing team at http://www.usefnetwork.com/featured/2012Eventing/
Have your travels to Kentucky for the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event begun yet? We've got the perfect podcast episode to help you make the time on the plane or in the car pass by as you prepare for all of the excitement of the CCI4*-S and CCI5*-L that will take place this week. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown sits down with Will Coleman to talk all about this iconic week in U.S. eventing, his plans for the four-star this year (including an adorable homage to long-term partner Off the Record), his first ever time competing at Kentucky, and so much more!
Happy Kentucky week eventing fans! The 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event kicks off with the first formal horse inspection for the five-star field this Wednesday, April 23. With so much excitement building up for the competition this year, we compiled all the facts you might want to know about this year's five-star lineup. Get to know each of the horses and riders entered this year a little bit better below!
Horse trials, from local grassroots competitions to FEI-level events, are the heartbeat of the eventing world. These trials are more than just a test of skill for riders and horses; they are essential to the growth and sustainability of the entire equestrian community.
Whether you've brought your horse up from Novice or took on the ride later in their career, getting to your first five-star on a special partner is a huge accomplishment.