The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is pleased to announce Equestrian Team Apparel as a “Bronze Level Sponsor for the 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC)” taking place at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, Aug. 27- Sept. 1.
"ETA is excited to support the AEC and all of the participating riders. This is a spectacular event, and we are glad to be back for a second year!” said Equestrian Team Apparel principle Staci Rosner.
Equestrian Team Apparel is a retail and online store where equestrians and equestrian teams get the latest equestrian fashion. Their specialty is custom riding shirts and team apparel. Equestrian Team Apparel carries many well-known brands such as RJ Classics, Equiline, The Tailored Sportsman, and EIS. Based in Wellington, Florida, the company travels to many horse shows around the United States.
“The USEA is thrilled to welcome Equestrian Team Apparel to our sponsor list for the AEC,” said USEA CEO Rob Burk. “Equestrian Team Apparel carries an assortment of brands that many of our members wear. We thank them for their sponsorship and look forward to having them join us at the AEC!”
About the United States Eventing Association
The USEA is a non-profit 501(c)(3) educational organization committed to providing eventing enthusiasts with a competitive level suited to their individual skills. By assisting and educating competitors, event organizers, and officials; maintaining responsible safety standards; and registering qualified competitions and clinics, the USEA offers a strong and continuous training opportunity for an ever-expanding field of world-class competitors. Just as importantly, the USEA provides a means for all riders, regardless of age or ability, to experience the thrill of eventing. To learn more, visit www.useventing.com.
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