Apr 09, 2024

Sidelines Magazine Returns as a Media Partner of the USEA for 2024

By Sam Johnston - USEA Staff

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.

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With the start of the New Year just days away, now is the time to consider how your actions can have a positive impact on the sport of eventing in 2025. Each and every member of the eventing community has an important role to play in ensuring the sport continues to grow and thrive. From fostering educational opportunities to supporting grassroots initiatives and participating at all levels of the sport, there are so many ways to get involved.

Dec 20, 2024 Sponsor

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Ride iQ’s popular “Ask An Expert” series features professional advice and tips from all areas of the horse industry. One of the most-downloaded episodes is an expert session with Peter Gray, an accomplished dressage judge and Olympic eventer. He has recently judged at events like the five-star at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, and he served on the ground jury at the 2022 FEI World Eventing Championships in Pratoni, Italy. His background as a competitor in the Olympic Games riding for Bermuda and as a coach and selector for the Canadian eventing team adds depth to his understanding of the sport.

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The VIP Volunteer: Cathy Hale Has A Thirst for Adventure and a Love for Volunteering

With a total of 382 volunteer hours in 2024, Catherine “Cathy” Hale not only topped the USEA Area III VIP Volunteer leaderboard, but she also ranked fourth out of all eventing volunteers across the country. Hale (The Villages, Florida) has worked as a travel agent for over 30 years, a career that suits her love of travel nicely. At the time of being interviewed for this article, Hale was passing the equator on a cruise to Tahiti, New Zealand, and Australia.

Dec 18, 2024 Association News

USEA Office Closed for Holidays

The USEA office will close at 5:00 p.m. EST on Friday, Dec. 20, 2024, and will reopen again on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025. The USEA staff will return emails and phone calls when the office re-opens on Thursday, Jan. 2, 2025 or at their earliest convenience.

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