Apr 21, 2011

Karen and David O'Connor at Badminton

By USEA

Of all of the horses and riders competing at this year’s Badminton CCI4*, Karen O’Connor has the longest Badminton record of all having started competing at Badminton in 1979. Karen travelled across the pond to contest this year’s Badminton with Joan Goswell’s Mandiba. The following interview with David and Karen O’Connor appeared on the Badminton Blog and they talk about how it feels to be back for a run round the "hallowed" turf of Badminton.

Mar 01, 2025 Instructors

2025 ECP Symposium West Coast Recap: Why is Continuing Education Vital?

This January the West Coast played host to the annual USEA Eventing Coaches Program (ECP) Symposium at the beautiful Galway Downs, in Temecula, California, and despite some chilly mornings, participants were treated to three days of interactive learning and sharing of knowledge in a safe space dedicated to the continuing education of eventing coaches from around the U.S. and Canada.

Feb 28, 2025 Eventing News

Woodside's Tribute to Ride On Video

After nearly two decades of the Ravenscroft family and their team at Ride On Video focusing their cameras on horses and riders of all levels, the eventing community is putting the spotlight on all that Bob, Debi, and their daughter Tayler have meant to the sport as they close up shop.

Feb 28, 2025 Profile

Hard Work, No Regrets: 8-Time World Equestrian Brands USEA Rider of the Year Boyd Martin Reflects on Life and Career

When asked if he could go back in time and give the younger version of himself one piece of advice, eight-time World Equestrian Brands USEA Rider of the Year Boyd Martin says he wouldn’t change a thing.

Feb 27, 2025 Series + Championships

New Event Horse Program Calendar for 2025

Would you and your horse like to dip your toes in the sport of eventing without the stress of starting with a recognized event? Consider participating in the USEA New Event Horse Program. The program was created to be an introduction to the sport of eventing for both horse and rider no matter the horse’s age. View the 2025 NEH Calendar here.

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