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Apr 16, 2009
E.A. Mattes Named the Legacy Sponsor of the Adequan/USEA Gold Cup Series
E.A. Mattes is proud to be named a Legacy Sponsor of the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series. The Gold Cup is a series of eight of the nation’s premier events that challenge top level horse and rider combinations from across the country to become the 2009 cumulative Gold Cup Champion.
The winner of each Gold Cup Event will be presented with a specially designed and embroidered Mattes Couture Sheepskin Pad specifically for Gold Cup winners. The Gold Cup Champion will be awarded and E.A. Mattes Package including Half Pads, Correction Pads, and Square Pads.
E.A. Mattes sheepskin pads have separated themselves from the competition with the reputation for unmatched quality, consistency, and attention to detail. The Mattes Correction System was named the #1 therapeutic back pad on the market by The Horse Journal in 2008. Each pad is hand made with only the finest quality sheepskin and skilled craftsman.
Already this year, awards have been given to Amy Tryon and Buck Davidson for winning the Advanced Division of Galway Downs and The Fork Horse Trial Gold Cup Events.
For more information on E.A. Mattes, please contact World Equestrian Brands at (888)637-8463 or visit www.worldequestrianbrands.com to learn about other brands including Amerigo Saddles and Strap Goods, Vega Saddles, Equipe Saddles and Strap Goods, Vespucci Bridles, E.A. Mattes Sheepskin Pads, Equilibrium Leg Protection, Classic Equine Products, ProChaps, MV PoP Studs, Teque-Style Show Shirts, and Cashel Products.
Dec 22, 2024
USEA Foundation
Top Tips for Applying for a USEA Foundation Grant
Did you know that the USEA Foundation awards over 150 grants each year to deserving individuals who are involved in the sport of eventing? With grants that assist riders with accomplishing their competition goals, grants geared toward licensed officials, grants that are specific to continuing education for coaches, grants that assist competitions with obtaining frangible technology, and so much more, there really is a grant opportunity available to almost anyone!
Dec 21, 2024
Education
3 Ways to Help Eventing Thrive in 2025
With the start of the New Year just days away, now is the time to consider how your actions can have a positive impact on the sport of eventing in 2025. Each and every member of the eventing community has an important role to play in ensuring the sport continues to grow and thrive. From fostering educational opportunities to supporting grassroots initiatives and participating at all levels of the sport, there are so many ways to get involved.
Dec 20, 2024
Sponsor
“Happy Horse Equals Happy Judge”: Ask An Expert with Dressage Judge Peter Gray, Brought to You by Ride iQ
Ride iQ’s popular “Ask An Expert” series features professional advice and tips from all areas of the horse industry. One of the most-downloaded episodes is an expert session with Peter Gray, an accomplished dressage judge and Olympic eventer. He has recently judged at events like the five-star at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, and he served on the ground jury at the 2022 FEI World Eventing Championships in Pratoni, Italy. His background as a competitor in the Olympic Games riding for Bermuda and as a coach and selector for the Canadian eventing team adds depth to his understanding of the sport.
Dec 19, 2024
Volunteers
The VIP Volunteer: Cathy Hale Has A Thirst for Adventure and a Love for Volunteering
With a total of 382 volunteer hours in 2024, Catherine “Cathy” Hale not only topped the USEA Area III VIP Volunteer leaderboard, but she also ranked fourth out of all eventing volunteers across the country. Hale (The Villages, Florida) has worked as a travel agent for over 30 years, a career that suits her love of travel nicely. At the time of being interviewed for this article, Hale was passing the equator on a cruise to Tahiti, New Zealand, and Australia.
