The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is pleased to announce the Retired Racehorse Project as a “Bronze Level Sponsor of the 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC).” In return, the USEA will be supporting the Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover, which takes place Oct. 9-12 in Lexington, Kentucky, as a “Starting Gate Sponsor.”
“The sport of eventing has been a platform where the Thoroughbred shines for generations and both the RRP and USEA are committed to keeping it that way for generations to come. To that end, the RRP is pleased continue our longstanding and mutually supportive relationship with USEA.," said Retired Racehorse Project's Executive Director Kirsten Green
The Retired Racehorse Project (also known as “The RRP”) is an organization that aims to foster Thoroughbreds that have formerly raced into second homes and careers via increasing the demand for them in equestrian sports. The RRP hosts the Thoroughbred Makeover annually to show the world the talent of retired racehorses in other roles. The RRP seeks to enlighten the world of all Thoroughbreds can do outside of racing, as well as empower those who train them.
“The USEA is thrilled to have the Retired Racehorse Project as a sponsor again for 2024’s AEC.
The RRP is a wonderful organization that promotes the Thoroughbred, a breed that we see every day in eventing. The RRP, as well as the USEA, promote our sport and empower our riders. Thoroughbreds have long been a stalwart in our sport, and with the help of the RRP will continue to be,” said USEA CEO Rob Burk.
To learn more about the Retired Racehorse Project, their events, and the Thoroughbred Makeover, visit them online at https://www.therrp.org/.
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.
Last month, readers met VIP Volunteer Rebecca Proetto, who volunteered at the MARS Maryland 5 Star horse inspection. This month, the focus turns to husband and wife Ed and Leanne Barnett who introduced Proetto to the art of running an efficient horse inspection at Maryland. Ed and Leanne undertake a 12-hour drive from their home in Indiana to Maryland just to volunteer at the event.
The USEA is saddened to share the passing of Sara Kozumplik’s five-star partner As You Like It at the age of 34. The gelding died in his sleep at his retirement home at Kozumplik's parents' residence.
The 2024 USEA Emerging Athletes U21 (EA21) National Camp is just a little over a month away and all over the country, young riders are preparing for their trip to Ocala, Florida, to participate in this year's prestigious week-long academy led by U.S. eventing legend David O'Connor. This year's camp takes place Dec. 31, 2024, through Jan. 4, 2025, and will feature classroom sessions, guest lecturers, and in the saddle work as a group to help strengthen the foundation of each rider selected to participate.
Bringing along a young horse is such a special process for everyone involved. The USEA is excited to dedicate an episode to celebrating some of the special young horses in the United States that have risen to the occasion. Joining USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown in this episode are Tommy Greengard, the rider and co-owner of this year's Holekamp/Turner Grant Recipient That's Me Z who represented the U.S. at Le Lion this year, and Kaylawna Smith-Cook, who piloted Bonner Carpenter's Only-Else to the highest national score in the Dutta Corp. USEA Young Event Horse 5-Year-Old Championships.