James Baxter Proves Success Doesn’t Require a Fancy Pedigree
2020 was a year of extreme change for the world as the COVID-19 pandemic spread. After enduring lockdowns and restrictions, people’s priorities changed. For some, it was a year of transformation. Adult amateur Susan Hamblen was one of those people, ready to quit riding until she met a young pinto...
Mother-Daughter Duo Kirchhoff and Chater Share a Love of Eventing
Searching for a new restaurant to try, catching up on the news, or watching funny cat videos? The internet’s where it’s at. But buying a horse, sight unseen, from the web? “I don’t recommend it,” said Jesse Kirchhoff, 43, with a chuckle, remembering how she came to own Wings of a Dove (HB II x Vo...
Jennifer Skinner Forges a Unique Partnership with her Quarter Horse Stallion Bullys Legacy
“Wow, I wasn’t expecting that. He is quite the athlete!” Such comments are fairly common for Jennifer Skinner to hear about her American Quarter Horse stallion Bullys Legacy (“Diggy”). Eleven years ago Skinner, a professional barrel racing and young horse trainer in Bryan, Texas, welcomed the bay...
Ava Wehde Persevered and Triumphed at the AEC with U.S.-Bred Bonaire
As I walk down the ramp into the Rolex Arena to compete in the 2024 $60,000 Adequan USEA Advanced Final at the USEA American Eventing Championships presented by Nutrena Feeds, I ask myself, “What am I doing here?” I look around in the warmup area, and everyone is a big-name rider—several are past...
Champions of the Adams Horse Supply ATC Scavenger Hunt Have Been Crowned
Drumroll please… After much consideration, the United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) and our partners at Adams Horse Supply are proud to announce the winner of the ATC Scavenger Hunt hosted during the Adams Horse Supply USEA Adult Team Championships (ATC) at the USEA American Eventing C...
Lieberman and Mustang Bear Neccessities Conquer the AEC
When 15-year-old Sophia Lieberman first laid eyes on her dapple gray mustang Bear Necessities three years ago in Alabama, she had no idea what the future might hold for them. Lieberman and her mother, Dr. Alison LaCarrubba, DVM, were on the hunt for a new project pony, and the 14-hand gelding see...
Meet the Thoroughbred Incentive Program Champions of the #AEC2024
Thoroughbreds were celebrated during the 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds as the two top-placed Thoroughbreds in each division were recognized as the Thoroughbred Incentive Program (TIP) Champions and Reserve Champions. This year 24 horses were presented ...
Thank You to the Sponsors of the 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships!
The 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds has been a resounding success, solidifying its place as one of the largest eventing competitions in North American history. With over 1,000 entries and competition running from Tuesday to Sunday, several days lasting b...
Inaugural Horse & Country Starter Championships a Success at #AEC2024
The inaugural Horse & Country USEA Starter championships wrapped up under a beautiful Kentucky sunset at the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds. Meet our winners below!
Beginner Novice Comes to an Exciting Conclusion at the #AEC2024
Six Beginner Novice divisions got their chance to shine in the Rolex Arena today for their show jumping at the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds. Meet our new champions below!
