The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is thrilled to announce Sidelines Magazine as a “Media Partner of US Eventing,” a “Contributing Level Sponsor of the Emerging Athletes U21 Program,” and a “Prize Level Sponsor of the USEA American Eventing Championships.”
“Sidelines Magazine is thrilled to continue our partnership with the USEA," said Jan Westmark Bauer, Editor-In-Chief of Sidelines Magazine. "Sidelines is a magazine dedicated to covering the eventing, dressage, and hunter-jumper worlds, and we love sharing stories on eventers at all levels of the sport. We are pleased to work with the USEA as they are dedicated to providing eventers with competitive levels that allows all levels of riders to enjoy the thrill of eventing."
Sidelines Magazine is a monthly publication available both in print and digitally. The magazine captures the equestrian lifestyle, with everything from equestrian properties and home décor to interviews with top riders to stories on horse shows. Sidelines Magazine has been known for decades as an invaluable media source for all equestrian disciplines.
“We at the USEA are thrilled to welcome Sidelines Magazine back as a sponsor for 2024,” stated USEA CEO Rob Burk. "Sidelines is packed with information and entertainment, featuring eventing-specific columns as well. We very much look forward to granting our members access to this wonderful publication!”
Based in Charleston, South Carolina, Sidelines Magazine, owned by Bob Bell and edited by Bauer, is an award-winning, monthly magazine focusing on all aspects of the equestrian world.
“Sidelines Magazine is sad to share the recent passing of our salesperson Shelly Fisher Viruete," noted Bauer. "Shelly was not only an amazing horsewoman who had an impact on the equestrian world for many years, but was proud of the eventing world and loved sharing Sidelines with eventers as well as working with the USEA.”
The USEA expresses our deepest condolences to friends, family, and all those impacted by Shelly’s passing.
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.
The United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is excited to announce a request for expressions of interest to host the first standalone USEA Intercollegiate & Interscholastic Eventing Championships in 2026 and 2027. With the success of the inaugural joint championships in 2024, the USEA is confident that the progression of these programs lends to a standalone event for these hardworking students in 5th through 12th grade and undergraduate college programs.
The USEA Annual Meeting & Convention is easily one of the most influential weeks in the sport of eventing in the U.S. and this year it is headed to Seattle, Washington, Dec. 12-15. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown talks about all the details surrounding this year's Convention with USEA CEO Rob Burk and USEA President Lou Leslie. From important discussions around safety and horsemanship to a charity poker tournament and more, there is so much going on in Seattle this year that you won't want to miss!
The following is an excerpt from 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses by equine training and conditioning expert Jec Aristotle Ballou. Strength routines and this workout are for horses and riders with a good existing level of fitness who are working toward increased strength and endurance.
Being the last rider in the final competition of the day can be an unenviable position. Molly Duda felt the pressure all day while gearing up for her ride on her own 15-year-old Swedish Warmblood gelding Disco Traveler (Donatelli x Cadence).