United States Eventing Association

The Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships (ATC) is the capstone event for the USEA Adult Team Challenges hosted throughout the year across all 10 Areas. This year’s ATC at the USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds, gives adult riders competing from the Starter through Modified levels the chance to represent their Area, form lasting friendships, and enjoy the spirit of team competition.

To make this year’s championships even more exciting, title sponsor Adams Horse Supply is adding a twist once again—a photo scavenger hunt designed to bring teammates closer together while exploring the beautiful grounds of Galway Downs.

How to Participate

Teams will complete five photo challenges at various locations and submit one email with all five photos to Kate Lokey ([email protected]) by the end of the day on Sunday, Aug. 31. Team costumes are encouraged, so get creative!

In addition, participants are encouraged to share their photos on social media during event week by tagging Adams Horse Supply and the USEA and using the hashtag #AdamsATCScavengerHunt. Show the eventing community the fun and spirit of teamwork at the ATC!

Judging & Prizes

Submissions will be judged on:

• Completion of all required tasks
• Creativity – bonus points for teams with coordinated costumes or themed submissions
• Team spirit and FUN!

A special judging panel from Adams Horse Supply and the USEA will select the winning team after the event. Each winning team member will receive a prize pack from Adams Horse Supply, filled with equestrian essentials. Prizes will be mailed directly to recipients from the USEA office.

The Five Photo Challenges

1. Thank a volunteer on the grounds and give them a high-five.
2. Join one of the USEA’s course walks to prep for cross-country and take a photo with the professional leading your group.
3. Take a photo with a rider you admire (professional or amateur).
4. Show an act of good horsemanship with a team horse (grooming, grazing, etc.).
5. Pose for a team photo at your favorite “iconic” backdrop at Galway Downs (examples: the metal horse sculptures, the Nutrena water complex, or another recognizable landmark).

Bonus TaskParticipate in one of the team activities at the Adult Rider Party on Thursday, Aug. 28 at 6:00 p.m. in the Ringside Tent and snap a photo of the fun. Please arrive at the party in team costumes or coordinated themes.

Join the Fun

Charge your phones and bring your creativity, because the scavenger hunt is the perfect chance to bond with teammates, celebrate the ATC spirit, and create memories that will last long after the AEC concludes.

For general questions about the AEC or the ATC, please contact Kate Lokey at [email protected]. The USEA and Adams Horse Supply look forward to celebrating the 2025 Adult Team Championships with you in Temecula!

About the Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships

The Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships, which debuted in 2014, is the capstone event for the USEA Area Adult Team Challenges, providing adults the chance to compete as a team and represent their Area of the country in a friendly and fun environment. Historically, adult riders had three regional Team Challenges in which to compete with fellow adults in a team environment, with the locations changing each year. In 2013, the USEA Adult Rider Coordinators voted to move to support Adult Team Challenges taking place in all 10 Areas across the country, with the finale being the ATC at the USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds. Each Area can send up to eight teams from Starter Level to Modified Level to the ATC. Adult Riders know how to have a good time, and there is no doubt that they bring an increased level of excitement and camaraderie to the AEC! Click here to learn more about the USEA Adult Team Championships.

The USEA would like to thank ATC Title Sponsor, Adams Horse Supply, and contributing sponsors ARMA, The Chronicle of the Horse, Equilab, Kerrits, Marshall+Sterling, Nutrena Feeds, PulseVet, Schneiders Saddlery, Sidelines Magazine, and SmartEquine for sponsoring the Adult Team Championships.

About the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC)

The USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds is the pinnacle of the sport at the national levels. Held annually, the best junior, adult amateur, and professional competitors gather to vie for national championship titles at every level from Starter to Advanced. This ultimate test of horse and rider draws hundreds of combinations from around the country to compete for fabulous prizes, a piece of the substantial prize money, and the chance to be named the National Champion at their respective levels. In fact, the 2021 AEC garnered over 1,000 entries and now stands as the largest eventing competition in North American history. The 2025 USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds will be held on Aug. 27-31 at Galway Downs in Temecula, California. Click here to learn more about the USEA American Eventing Championships.

The USEA would like to thank Presenting Sponsor: Nutrena Feeds; Advanced Final Title Sponsor: Adequan; Platinum Level Sponsor: Bates Saddles, Marshall+Sterling Equine Insurance; Gold Level Sponsors: ARMA, PulseVet, Schneiders Saddlery, SmartEquine, Standlee; Silve Level Sponsors: Auburn Labs, Kerrits, The Jockey Club; Bronze Level Sponsors: Athletux, Canter Culture Riding Apparel, The Chronicle of the Horse, Devoucoux, D.G. Stackhouse & Ellis, Majyk Equipe, Retired Racehorse Project, Ride EquiSafe; Contributing Level Sponsors: CrossCountry App, Santa Cruz Animal Health, #WeRideTogether; and Prize Level Sponsors: Equilab, FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips, Gallagher’s Water, Horse Illustrated, Horses 4 Your Consideration, LeMieux, Practical Horseman, Ride iQ, Sidelines Magazine, and Whitfield Equine Nutrition.