US Eventing News (What's New)
Lenamore Leaps To Land Rover Title
Lenamore and British-based New Zealand rider Caroline Powell kept their cool to produce a clear round when it mattered most, to win The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials. The pair also produced their own piece of Burghley history; Caroline is the first New (September 5, 2010)
Caroline Powell Poised to Take on Kiwis’ Burghley Mantle
New Zealander Caroline Powell is poised to become the fourth rider from her country to win the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials, the fourth leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™. (September 4, 2010)
USEA and PRO to Offer Free AEC Coursewalks
The USEA and the Professional Riders Organizations (PRO) are joining together to offer free coursewalks at the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships for the Beginner Novice through Preliminary levels. (September 4, 2010)
Edge has the Upper Hand After Dressage at Burghley
Ruth Edge (GBR) and the 17-year-old Two Thyme lead the clutch of superbly executed Dressage tests which brought the first phase of the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials (GBR), the fourth leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™, to a close today. (September 3, 2010)
Mary King reigns at Burghley
Mary King (GBR) showed all her experience to take the lead after an eventful first day of Dressage at the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials (GBR), the fourth leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™. (September 2, 2010)
Classic Equine Equipment Silver Sponsor for Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships
Classic Equine Equipment would like to extend our congratulations and best wishes to all competitors at this year’s championships being held at Chattahoochee Hills. (September 2, 2010)
Ovation Returns To Sponsor The 2010 Cross-Country Pace Award At The AEC
The USEA is pleased to announce that Ovation will be returning for the third year to be the sponsor of the Ovation Cross-Country Pace Award at the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships. (September 2, 2010)
Flora Lea Horse Trials Get a Facelift
Flora Lea Horse Trials are scheduled for Sept 26th, 2010 with major changes taking place this year, promising to make it their best ever. The Adams Family has hosted an event annually since 1975, making it one of the longest running events in the country (September 2, 2010)
Stop by the Horsepower Equestrian Booth at the AEC!
Horsepower Equestrian, a local and national retailer of quality products for equine enthusiasts, will be on-site the entire week of the American Eventing Championships. In addition to stocking their over-sized tent with basic show gear for competitors, Ho (September 1, 2010)
Seventy-nine to Contest the 2010 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials
The 2010 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials are now underway. After the first horse inspection 79 combinations are now in contention for the Land Rover perpetual challenge trophy and the £50,000 first prize. (September 1, 2010)
Coca-Cola Signs on as Chatt Hills Land Rover AEC Sponsor
Chattahoochee Hills Eventing at Bouckaert Farm is thrilled to announce Coca-Cola as a brand new sponsor for this year’s Land Rover USEA American Eventing Championships, which will take place at the farm in Fairburn, GA September 9-12. (September 1, 2010)
Land Rover/USEA AEC Patrons’ Tent Expanded; Tickets Orders Available Through Sept 3
To accommodate the great response by competitors, friends, and family alike, Chattahoochee Hills has been able to expand the patrons' tent for the Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships. If you'd like one of the best seats in the house, with s (September 1, 2010)
Flying Change Equine Therapy to Sponsor AEC Patrons Tent
Flying Change Equine Therapy, a nationally-recognized 501(c) 3 not for profit in Atlanta, GA, partners people in unforgettable interactive experiences with rescued and retired horses to foster emotional, social, spiritual and psychological growth. With th (September 1, 2010)
2010 Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials Offers Free Online Viewing
This year's www.burghley.tv web service is now up and running and for 2010 offers 'free of charge' to eventing fans worldwide the opportunity to view every individual Dressage, Cross Country and Show Jumping Test by way of Burghley's unique 'Video on Dema (August 30, 2010)
Stone Gate Horse Trials Accepting Late Entries
The closing date for the Stone Gate Horse Trials is August 31, but they will be accepting late entries. $20 of each entry fee goes toward prize money, and a master's division has been added for riders over 50. (August 30, 2010)
Canadian Selena O'Hanlon and Colombo Claim Richland Adequan USEA Gold Cup
The long journey from Eastern Ontario was well worth it for Selena O’Hanlon and Colombo as they left Michigan the winners of the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Division at The Richland Park Horse Trials. The rails were falling today in the CIC3* division, and when (August 29, 2010)
Picture Perfect Cross-Country Day At Richland Park Horse Trials
Cross-country day at Richland Park saw 240 riders galloping through sun soaked fields, picturesque woods, and over pristine fences. The Adequan USEA Gold Cup Division was the highlight of the day, and there were very few problems on course. Nate Chambers (August 28, 2010)
USEA National Instructors' Certification Program Teaching Clinic to be Held at USEA Annual Meeting
Headed to the USEA Annual Meeting in Arizona this year? Check out the ICP Teaching Clinic - it's open to everyone, and features outstanding clinicians.... (August 27, 2010)
Richard Jeffery to Offer Show Jumping Seminar at USEA Annual Meeting
Back by popular demand, the Richard Jeffery Show Jumping seminar will once again be offered at the USEA Annual Meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona on Wednesday, December 8, 2010. The day will begin at 10:00 AM with discussion about designing show jumping cour (August 26, 2010)
Rolling Stone II Stands Tall Atop The Adequan USEA Gold Cup At Richland Park
Amid the fluttering stalks of corn, 28 riders contested the dressage phase of the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* at Richland Park Horse Trials in Richland, Michigan. Despite the chilly morning weather the sun was out and the horses put in beautiful tests. (August 26, 2010)
Busy Weekend For Spalding Labs/USEA YEH Competitions
Next weekend will be a busy time for the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse program with four competitions taking place over two days. (August 25, 2010)
South Farm Fall Horse Trials: Stuck In The Middle Again
From South Farm South Farm’s Fall Horse Trial, Sept 4 and 5 stuck between Richland Horse Park and the Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships is still accepting entries! Beginner Novice through Preliminary, fabulous courses designed by John Wi (August 25, 2010)
Today Is Closing Day For 2010 Land Rover/USEA AEC!
Today is the last chance to enter the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships! Be sure that your entries are postmarked today or enter online before 9 pm. Not sure if you are qualified? Check the rider list and horse list to see if you an (August 24, 2010)
Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series Heads To Richland Park CIC3* For Sixth Event
The Richland Park CIC3* is the next event in the exciting 2010 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series and with 25 of some of the best riders in the US and Canada entered the competition is sure to be fierce. The competition for the three-star riders begins bright a (August 24, 2010)
The Areté Trophy To Be Presented At The 2010 Land Rover/USEA AEC
The Areté Trophy, sponsored by Colleen and Marc Hofstetter, will once again be presented to the horse and rider in the Advanced Division at the AEC who is closest to optimum time on cross-country. The recipient will receive a $250 prize. (August 24, 2010)
Land Rover AEC Patrons Passes and RV Spots Selling Out – Order ASAP!
The Land Rover/USEA AEC Organizing Committee is thrilled not only at the record number of competitors entering the competition, but also the response to the event’s Patrons’ tent. Tickets are almost sold out, so if you’d like to have some of the best sea (August 24, 2010)
ECOGOLD Is Newest Sponsor of 2010 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention
The USEA welcomes ECOGOLD as the newest sponsor of the 2010 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention. “We’re very excited to sponsor the USEA 2010 Convention,” said Patricia Da Silva, Ecogold’s VP Marketing. “The eventing community has really embraced our pr (August 23, 2010)
Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships On Target To Be Biggest Horse Trials In The World
With over 700 entries already submitted, the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships is on target to becoming the biggest horse trials ever held in the world. Think that you know of a bigger one? We want to know! (August 21, 2010)
Land Rover/USEA AEC Golf Cart and RV Rental Deadline – September 1
Notice to all Land Rover USEA AEC competitors and spectators, the golf cart rental and RV reservation deadline is September 1. (August 20, 2010)
Patron Passes Still Available for the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships
Are you headed to this year’s Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships on September 9-12 in Fairburn, Georgia? It’s shaping up to be the largest horse trial ever held—already over 750 horses have entered, with more on the way! (August 20, 2010)
101 Athletes Nominated to Represent the United States at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Lexington, KY - There are 101 different athletes (some nominated on more than one horse) from 21 different states nominated to represent the United States at the biggest equestrian event in US history. The Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games is the first (August 19, 2010)
West Coast Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Update
YEH Calendar Update – Lone Tree Farm has added a Spalding Labs/USEA YEH competition plus Event Derby to run in conjunction with their FEH competition on Sunday September 5th. The Derby class is a perfect chance for all the horses that are looking to chan (August 18, 2010)
2010 USEA Appreciation Awards
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EEI and Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Announce Transition Leadership Team
LEXINGTON, KY - August 17, 2010 - Equestrian Events, Inc. (EEI), organizer of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, has announced a transition leadership team as it prepares for the retirement of Executive Vice President and Event Director Jane Atkinson aft (August 18, 2010)
USEF Accepting Applications for 2013 Eventing Chef d'Equipe/Technical Advisor
Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is accepting applications for the 2013 Eventing Chef d'Equipe/Technical Advisor. In order to provide a seamless transition for USA Eventing athletes, USEF has embarked on the search for the n (August 17, 2010)
Sponsor the 2010 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention
Looking for a fun way to get involved with the USEA Annual Meeting and Convention? Try becoming a sponsor! In an effort to keep costs down for our members at this year’s Convention, the USEA is looking for companies, individuals, or groups who are interes (August 17, 2010)
Victory for John Michael Durr At The Summer Event At Woodside
August 15, 2010-Woodside, CA-The curse of Friday the 13th seemed to follow some riders throughout the weekend at the Summer Event at Woodside, especially in the Advanced division where only a third of the field completed all three phases. (August 17, 2010)
Centaur Fencing Named Official Fencing System of the 2010 Land Rover/USEA AEC
The USEA is pleased to announce that Centaur Fencing has signed on to become the official Fencing System of the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships. In addition, they are also a Gold level sponsor. (August 16, 2010)
Results of the The Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Eastern Adult Team Challenge
With nine teams participating in three divisions, The Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Eastern Adult Team Challenge at Millbrook Horse Trials in Millbrook, NY was a great success despite the last minute change in venue. Adult riders from across the east coast (August 13, 2010)
Connemaras Conquer at GMHA SmartPak Equine/USEA T3D
After venturing out across mountains, valleys, woods, and fields for Endurance Day yesterday, riders returned to the main rings at GMHA today for the conclusion of the 2010 SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three Day Event with the show jumping. Rails proved (August 13, 2010)
Mark Phillips Pony Awards Will Once Again Be Presented to Highest Placed Pony Riders At AEC
The USEA will once again be offering a special award at the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships for Pony Riders. The Mark Phillips Pony Rider Awards will be presented to the highest placed Pony Rider in the Beginner Novice, Novice, and Tr (August 12, 2010)
Send in Your Cross-Country Photos for the Jan Byyny Column!
Have you ever wondered what a top international rider and trainer would say about your galloping position? What would they say about how you and your horse look coming down a drop fence or clearing a big table? Well here’s your chance to find out! (August 12, 2010)
Saratoga Horseworks Returns for Fifth Year as AEC Sponsor
The USEA is pleased to announce that Saratoga Horseworks is returning as a Silver Level Sponsor of the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships. (August 12, 2010)
Last Day For AEC Early Bird Discount is Today
The last day to receive the $100 early bird discount for this year’s Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships is today! The entry fee is only $480 (includes stabling) through August 10. If you wait to enter the AEC after August 10, then the total f (August 10, 2010)
Bit of Britain Welcomed Back as USEA Sponsor
The USEA is pleased to welcome back Bit of Britain as one of the keynote sponsors of the Association. Bit of Britain has been one of the longest standing sponsors of the USEA, and prides itself on its generous support of the Land Rover/USEA American Even (August 9, 2010)
Tentative 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships Schedule
The 2010 Land Rover/USEA AEC is only five weeks away, and with record numbers of entries in the first week we are sure there are lots of plans to be made! The following schedule is very tentative and depending on entries could still change. (August 6, 2010)
Purchase Your Tent and Party Tickets For The Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships
Chattahoochee Hills and the USEA are offering a variety of options to make your 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Championships as relaxing and enjoyable as possible. (August 3, 2010)
2010 Land Rover/USEA AEC Early Bird Discount Extended Through August 10th
Attention all AEC qualified eventers! The last day to receive the $100 early bird discount for this year’s competition has been pushed back from August 3 to August 10. (August 2, 2010)
Area III Takes Gold In CH-Y**, The Team From Areas VI,VII, & VIII Clinches The Top Spot In CH-J*
As the 2010 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships came to a close it was Area III that pulled out all the stops to win the gold medal in the CH-Y** while in the one-star competition the combined team of Areas VI,VII,VIII got to lead (August 2, 2010)
Phase Two of the USEA Junior & Young Rider Championship Goes Cross-Country at the Adequan® FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North
Lexington, KY - July 31, 2010 - Junior and Young Rider eventing teams took to the cross-country course today on Day Two of the three-day event at the 2010 Adequan FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships, presented by Gotham North, being he (July 31, 2010)
SmartPak Joins Forces With 84-year-old Grassroots Equestrian Organization
PLYMOUTH, Mass. (July 20, 2010) – SmartPak, the nation’s largest direct marketer of equestrian products, recently signed on as a Champion Sponsor of the Green Mountain Horse Association (GMHA), an equestrian organization that recently celebrated its 84th (July 30, 2010)
Point Two USA announces a new promotion for the Point Two Air Jacket to help you support your USEA Area!
The Point Two Air Jacket is a revolution in body armor which reduces the chance of injury to vital organs, neck and spine. The jacket provides the world’s fastest activation inflating in 0.1 of a second, before impact with the ground. (July 30, 2010)
John Chapman "Chips" Chester 1930-2010
John Chapman “Chips” Chester, 80, died peacefully at home on July 9, having been diagnosed with brain cancer. (July 29, 2010)
YEH and FEH Updates
The Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse competition taking place at Stony Brook Farm on September 4th is adding a New Event Horse Division. This class is open to horses of all ages and will be using the 4-year-old YEH tes. This division is perfect for an (July 27, 2010)
Opening Day For The Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships Is Today!
Write yourself a note. Tie a string around your finger. Set an alarm on your phone because today is a date you won’t want to forget. Today is not only July 27, but it is also opening day for the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships. This y (July 26, 2010)
Preparations are Underway For The Adequan FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships
Juniors and Young Riders from across the continent are preparing for the upcoming North American Junior and Young Rider Championships at the Kentucky Horse Park from July 28-August 1. The first veterinary inspection for the Eventing portion of the Cham (July 26, 2010)
O'Connor and Mandiba Stand Strong To Win The Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3*W At Rebecca Farm
The standings shifted radically beneath Karen O'Connor's feet Sunday afternoon during the show jumping phase of the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3*W division at The Event at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, Montana. Aboard with Joan Goswell's Mandiba, the pair stoo (July 25, 2010)
Chauncy: 2002-2010
Issued by The Event at Rebecca Farm at 3:00 P.M., July 24, 2010: It is with deepest regret that we announce that "Chauncy," horse number 63 ridden by Suzy Elliott, collapsed while competing in the Advanced division at The Event at Rebecca Farm, Kalispell, (July 24, 2010)
O'Connor Keeps Her Cool To Keep The Lead After Cross-Country At Rebecca Farm
Time was key in the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3*W division at the Event at Rebecca Farm for four-time Olympian and 2010 WEG hopeful Karen O'Connor. (July 24, 2010)
Three Olympians Lead the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Division at Rebecca Farm After Dressage
It was a competitive day in the CIC3*W division, the designated Adequan USEA Gold Cup class, at Rebecca Farm this afternoon, but after the last horse trotted down centerline, there were three very experienced riders leading. No one was surprised to see Ol (July 23, 2010)
The Event at Rebecca Farm Is Underway With Record Numbers
A new city has sprung here. At least for the next four days. Nestled along the rolling foothills of the Salish Mountains is Rebecca Farm - a 640 acre equestrian complex that has become a veritable city - or at least a good-sized Montana town. The Event at (July 23, 2010)
Change in Qualification Period for Area 2 Championships
Changes have been made to the Area 2 Championships Policy qualification policy, effective immediately, to revise and correct a loophole in the prior policy. This change applies to all Championship competitions in Area 2 for 2010 and beyond. (July 20, 2010)
The Event At Rebecca Farm Ready For A Fantastic Year
Kalispell, Mont. (July 19, 2010) -- 18 horses arrived at the Glacier Jet Center by charter plane today, were loaded into trailers, and transported to Rebecca Farm where the world's best horses and riders will compete in one of twelve stops on the World Cu (July 20, 2010)
USEF Names Final Short List for 2010 Land Rover US Eventing Team
The USEF has added the following horse/rider combinations to the Short List for the 2010 Land Rover US Eventing Team to represent the United States at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Lexington, KY. (July 19, 2010)
Leslie Law Claims Another Gold Cup Victory At Stuart Horse Trials
The pressure was on today at the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Division at the Stuart Horse Trials. The top three riders were separated by a mere half a penalty point, so there was no room for error. With an electric atmosphere of spectators, a bag piper, and a p (July 19, 2010)
Cross-County Heats Up The Competition At Stuart CIC2* As Jennifer Brannigan and Cambalda Move Into The Lead
Nineteen horse and rider combinations started today’s Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series CIC2* cross-country course at the Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials, and when the final rider had galloped through the finish flags it was Jennifer Brannigan and Cambalda who ca (July 17, 2010)
Stuart CIC2* - Leslie Law Returns For More Gold Cup Glory
The 2009 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Champion, Leslie Law, proved that he truly has the golden touch. Entering his first Gold Cup division of 2010, Law earned a 46.1 in today’s CIC2* dressage phase at the Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials to become the overnight lea (July 16, 2010)
Copper Meadows Eventing Offers up Green at the Area VI Championships
For the first time in Area VI, Beginner Novice through Intermediate Championships will be held at one venue. This September 10-12, Copper Meadows Eventing in Ramona, Ca will be host to riders competing for the title of Area VI Champion. (July 15, 2010)
New Look for July Wayne DuPage Horse Trials Met with Applause
As it has for multiple decades, the Wayne DuPage Horse Trials held its annual July horse trials this month. The event has been an ever evolving entity, being known by a variety of sponsors’ names and logos while offering various levels of competition, but (July 15, 2010)
USEF Names Short List Additions for the Land Rover US Eventing Team for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has added the following horse/rider combinations to the Short List for the 2010 Land Rover US Eventing Team to represent the United States at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Lex (July 13, 2010)
USEF Updates 2010 Eventing Developing Rider List
The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Eventing High Performance program has made the following updates to the 2010 Developing Rider List: (July 13, 2010)
FLAIR Returns As A Sponsor Of The 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championsips
The USEA and Flair, LLC, the makers of the FLAIR® Equine Nasal Strip, are pleased to announce that FLAIR will be returning as a Sponsor for the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships. “We are honored to be a part of a sport where competit (July 12, 2010)
US Eventing Continues Support of the 2010 Adequan FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North
Lexington, KY - The United States Eventing Association (USEA) will maintain its generous support of the Junior and Young Rider program as the returning Title Sponsor of the Eventing Championships at the 2010 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider C (July 12, 2010)
Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials Ready For A Wonderful Weekend
The Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials, presented by SmartPak, is the next event on the prestigious Adequan USEA Gold Cup calendar and the USEA will be on-site to bring you all the action with daily press releases, interviews, and photo galleries. Twenty-thr (July 12, 2010)
September 12th FEH at Fair Hill Has Been Canceled
The September 12th USEA Future Event Horse competition at Fair Hill has been canceled due to time constraints. Hopefully the event can return to the calendar in the future. There are still any more FEH competitions on the calendar to choose from so be (July 9, 2010)
Twin Rivers To Host YEH and FEH Competitions This Sunday
Twin Rivers Ranch in Paso Robles, California will be hosting both Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse and USEA Future Event Horse Classes this Sunday, July 11. In addition an "Event Horse Prospect" Class will be offered for horses who have aged out of th (July 8, 2010)
Don't Forget To Check Out The Latest Omnibus Changes
Don't forget to keep an eye on the latest Omnibus and Calendar changes! Many upcoming events are accepting late entries. To access the list of latest changes click on the link on the right side of the US Eventing homepage right above the Nutrena Leade (July 8, 2010)
Wayne DuPage July 11 Horse Trials…..“It’s On”
Plans for the Wayne DuPage Horse Trials scheduled for Sunday July 11 in Wayne, IL are being finalized! We are excited to be offering the one day format for the July Wayne DuPage Horse Trials and have received over 100 entries, which confirms that the one (July 2, 2010)
Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials and CIC2*/CIC1* Accepting Entries Through July 5
The Cosequin Stuart Horse Trials and CIC2*/CIC1* in Victor, New York will be accepting entries through July 5. The event is scheduled to take place from July 15 to 18 and is offering Novice through Preliminary and CIC1* and 2* divisions. The CIC2* is (July 1, 2010)
Honor Your Favorite Eventer With An Ad In The Land Rover/USEA AEC Program
Do you have a special someone who is competing at this year’s Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships and you want to find a way to honor their hard work? Has your trainer or groom put in long hours helping you get to the AEC? Purchasing an advert (June 30, 2010)
Headed to the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships? Check out USEA's Ride Share Program!
Are you planning your trip to this year's Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships in Fairburn, Georgia on September 9-12? Be sure to check out the USEA's Ride Share Program - it's free and open to anyone! It's a simple and easy way to get in conta (June 30, 2010)
Mrs. Marjorie V. Kittredge, 1924-2010
With the passing of Mrs. Marjorie V. Kittredge on June 23, the USEA has lost one of its dearest friends and one of its longest serving members. Beloved by thousands, Marj, of Boxford Massachusetts, was a truly outstanding example of what a human being can (June 29, 2010)
Forstadt Forges Victory At Her First SmartPak Equine USEA T3D at The Inavale Horse Trials
Saturday morning’s second phase of SmartPak Equine USEA Training Three-Day competition at the Inavale Horse Trials proved to be a challenge, as the placings shifted around quite a bit in the division by Classic Series division sponsored by Gallops Saddler (June 27, 2010)
SmartPak Equine USEA Training Three-Day Event Off To A Great Start At Inavale
On a picture perfect day in beautiful Philomath Oregon, amongst numerous venders with a backdrop of green grass and Christmas tree farms, riders at the Inavale Farm Horse Trials began competition. (June 26, 2010)
75 Days Until the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships: Here’s Why You’ll Want To Be There
The 7th annual Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships are only 75 days away—the USEA and Chattahoochee Hills Eventing have an exciting competition planned from September 9-12. With over $100,000 in cash and prizes on the line, two mandatory outin (June 25, 2010)
Catalpa Corner Horse Trials Adds YEH and FEH Classes To Their Summer Event
Catalpa Corner, in Iowa City, Iowa, has just added Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse and USEA Future Event Horse competitions to their Horse Trials, July 31- August 2, 2010. (June 24, 2010)
Ann Mather and Deb Rieman Join SmartPak's Board of Directors
Accomplished Technology Executives Join Nation’s Largest Equine Direct Marketer PLYMOUTH, Mass. (June 23, 2010) – SmartPak Equine, LLC, the nation’s largest direct marketer of equestrian products, today announced that Ann Mather and Deborah Rieman have jo (June 23, 2010)
Spectator Parking, Transportation Options Set for Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
LEXINGTON, KY—93 Days to Go—Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games spectators will have a variety of parking and transportation options, including hotel shuttles and on-site parking, for the 16 days of the event. (June 23, 2010)
Omega Alpha Becomes Gold Sponsor of 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Eventing Championships
Omega Alpha Pharmaceuticals, a Canadian Herbal Supplements and remedies manufacturer, is the latest company to join the USEA’s family of sponsors. The USEA is very pleased to welcome Omega Alpha as a Gold Sponsor of the 2010 Land Rover/USEA American Event (June 23, 2010)
Correction to Heath Ryan Clinic Article in Issue 3 of Eventing USA
Due to an oversight, the USEA inadvertently published the incorrect measurements for a jumping grid in the Heath Ryan article entitled "Part 2: Down-To-Earth Riding Advice from Down Under" (page 34) in Issue 3 of Eventing USA. The correct measurements for (June 23, 2010)
Land Rover Named Title Sponsor of the 2010 USEA American Eventing Championships
The United States Eventing Association and Chattahoochee Hills Eventing at Bouckaert Farm are proud to announce Land Rover as the Title Sponsor for the 2010 USEA American Eventing Championships held September 9 - 12, 2010 in Fairburn, Georgia. (June 21, 2010)
Buy Your Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Tickets Here and Help Support the USEA!
The United States Eventing Association today announced a marketing partnership with the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. (June 21, 2010)
New Group of Performers will Represent the Western United States in the Opening Ceremonies for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
LEXINGTON, KY—97 Days to go—A collaboration of equine entertainers and roping experts are bringing their talents to the Opening Ceremonies at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games on Sept. 25. This group will represent the many traditions of Western (June 21, 2010)
riders4helmets National Helmet Awareness Day July 10th, 2010
Aurora, OH (June 17, 2010) — The riders4helmets campaign operated by helmet advocate Jeri Bryant and supported by SUCCEED®, has organized a National Helmet Awareness Day endorsed by the United States Equestrian Federation, to be held on July 10th, 2010. r (June 21, 2010)
Confident Klimke retains lead at Luhmühlen
Ingrid Klimke (GER) was deservedly jubilant after a superb Cross Country ride on Butts Abraxxas which kept her in the lead and still on her Dressage score at Luhmühlen (GER), presented by E.ON Avacon, the third leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™. (June 19, 2010)
Canadian Eventing Names Short List for the 2010 World Equestrian Games
Following a successful spring training and competition program, the Canadian Eventing High Performance Committee is pleased to announce the names of the Canadian Eventing Squad for the World Equestrian Games, being held September 30–October 3, 2010. Selec (June 18, 2010)
Allison Springer and Arthur In Second Place After Dressage At Luhmühlen CCI4*
Ingrid Klimke (GER) proved that she is back at the top of her game when producing a typically convincing display to take the Dressage lead at Luhmühlen, presented by E.ON Avacon, which is the third leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™. (June 18, 2010)
Luhmühlen CCI4* Kicks Off - Three U.S. Riders to Compete
Allison Springer, Michael Pollard, and Jennifer Wooten-Dafoe are all competing in Germany this weekend at the Luhmühlen CCI4*. (June 17, 2010)
Future Event Horse Competition Scheduled At Maryland Horse Trials
Summer is the perfect time to get your yearlings, two-year-olds, and three-year-olds exposed to the competition atmosphere by participating in the USEA Future Event Horse Series. (June 15, 2010)
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Moon Rising Farm FEH Still Accepting Entries
Moon Rising Farm’s Future Event Horse competition is still accepting entries. This top-notch event is located in Boyds, Maryland and is scheduled to be held on June 19. With a 9:30 AM start time, Moon Rising Farm has an exciting day planned for all compet (June 11, 2010)
Mountain Horse Returns As USEA Sponsor For 2010
Mountain Horse will once again be joining the United States Eventing Association’s family of sponsors for 2010. For the past several years Mountain Horse and the USEA have partnered to sell Mountain Horse apparel proudly displaying the USEA logo. (June 10, 2010)
USEA Welcomes Equithrive™ As Silver Level Sponsor Of 2010 AEC
The USEA is happy to introduce Equithrive™ as the latest Silver Level Sponsor of the 2010 USEA American Eventing Championships. Equithrive™ is an all-natural line of equine nutraceuticals that has been scientifically formulated to maximize the health and (June 10, 2010)
South Farm Training Thee-Day Canceled Due To Insufficient Entries
The organizer of the SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Event scheduled to be held at South Farm in Middlefield, OH July 2-4 have been forced to cancel due to insufficient entries. The USEA would like to thank the organizer of South Farm for thei (June 8, 2010)
FEH and YEH Opening Date Extended for Sunny View Plantation Competition
The opening date for the Sunny View Plantation FEH and YEH competitions have been extended until June 16th. The Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse and the USEA Future Event Horse competitions will be held on June 19th in Louisa, Virginia and there are s (June 8, 2010)
Jodie Stowell and Comet Rocket To The Win At The Indiana Eventing Association's Training Three-Day
Jodie Stowell and Comet, a 13 year-old Appaloosa- Thoroughbred cross that she raised from a two-year-old, took home the top honors at the Indiana Eventing Association Training Three-Day Event June 3-6. Finishing on their dressage score of 35.9, the two p (June 8, 2010)
Change of Venue for The Eastern ATC
Due to an unexpected conflict with the Waredaca Riding School, the Eastern Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Adult Team Challenge has changed venues. Olivia van Melle Kamp, Organizer of Millbrook Horse Trials, has graciously offered to be the host of the Eas (June 7, 2010)
Caspar And Zeizos Take The Top Spots At Waredaca's Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Competition
Boys ruled at the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse competition at Waredaca Horse Trials in Unity, Maryland with two geldings and their male riders rising to the top of the four 4-year-olds and eight 5-year-olds who contested the event. (June 3, 2010)
Inavale Farm Horse Trials Set To Run June 25-27
The Inavale Farm Horse Trials is celebrating its 13th annual event June 25-27th. The closing date is June 8th and there is still space in both the horse trials and the Gallops Saddlery Training 3 Day event. (June 3, 2010)
Larkin Gill Shines When It Counts During the SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day at Meadowcreek Horse Trials
Age was truly no boundary at the SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day at Meadowcreek Horse Trials in Kosse, Texas. Forty-five years of age difference separated the top two riders, but less than three penalty points separated their final standings. Fift (June 2, 2010)
Broadstone Equine Insurance Welcomed Back as Official Equine Insurance Provider of USEA
The United States Eventing Association is pleased to announce that Broadstone Equine Insurance Agency has signed on for another three years as the Official Equine Insurance Provider of U.S. Eventing. Broadstone has been a longtime supporter of the USEA, a (June 2, 2010)
Howe and Smith Light Up The Crowd In $30,000 Preliminary Challenge
Woodside, Calif., May 29, 2010 -- Before a crowd of more than 500 people, as the bright sun set over the San Francisco Bay on Saturday evening, Tamra Smith and Kelly Loria jumped to victory in the two divisions of the $30,000 Preliminary Challenge, the fe (June 1, 2010)
Smith and Loria Take Home The Spoils At Woodside Preliminary Challenge
On a beautiful evening in front of a packed gallery, it came down to the clock for competitors in the Preliminary Challenge at the Woodside Horse Trials. (May 30, 2010)
McManamy and Billys Going for $15,000 At Woodside Prelim Challenge
With $15,000 and an exciting list of prizes on the line, riders in the Preliminary Challenge at the Spring Event at Woodside completed their first phase of competition today. (May 28, 2010)
Tell Us Your Thoughts and Get A Chance To Win $25 to the USEA Web Store
The 2010 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention is just around the corner, and the USEA wants to hear from you! Help us by answering a few short questions and providing feedback in this survey and you could earn a $25 credit to the USEA Web Store. Three surve (May 26, 2010)
The Event At Woodside Gets You Close To The Action
San Francisco Bay-area equestrian fans who can't attend the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games this autumn will enjoy a special treat at the Event At Woodside on May 28-30. For a tiny fraction of the cost, fans can sit or stand close by as the West C (May 25, 2010)
Cindy Wood's Homebred Lives Up to His Name at the Virginia Preliminary Three-Day Event, Part of the 2010 SmartPak Equine/USEA Classic Series
Cindy Wood’s wire-to-wire win at last weekend’s Virginia Preliminary Three-Day Event, the first classic-format Preliminary three-day of 2010, marked the culmination of a long-awaited goal for this adult amateur from Newark, Maryland. “I just wanted to fi (May 25, 2010)
Changes for Wayne DuPage July Horse Trials
Among the changes for this year’s Wayne DuPage July 11th Horse Trials is stabling. The stabling, originally planned (off site) at Dunham Woods Farm about 1 ½ miles from the site of the Wayne DuPage July HT, will instead now be conveniently available ON (May 21, 2010)
FEH and YEH Openings Still Available at Waredaca
Be sure to get your entry into Waredaca for the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse and the USEA Future Event Horse competitions coming up on May 28th. Waredaca has extended its closing date to May 22nd, which is this Saturday; they still have room for m (May 19, 2010)
Eventing Search Committee Formed to Find Next Technical Advisor/Chef d'Equipe
Lexington, KY - Earlier this year, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) announced that Capt. Mark Phillips will be retiring as US Eventing Technical Advisor/ Chef d'Equipe after the 2012 Olympic Games. The USEF has formed a Search Committee to i (May 19, 2010)
Mark Your Calendars - Richard Jeffery Returns to USEA Convention
Back by popular demand, the Richard Jeffery Show Jumping seminar will once again be offered at the USEA Annual Meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona. For more details please contact Nancy (May 19, 2010)
Get Your Associate Judge Accreditation Through The Eventing Associate Judge Fast Track
Are you an upper-level rider who has considered becoming a lower level dressage judge? The Eventing Associate Judge Fast Track may be just the program for you. (May 19, 2010)
"r" Final Examination for Judges, Technical Delegates, and Course Designers
November 13-14, 2010 - Poplar Place Farm, Hamilton, GA (May 17, 2010)
USEA “r” Event Dressage Judges Training Program
May 31- June 1, 2010– Applewood Farm - Califon, New Jersey The USEA will be conducting a “r” Event Dressage Judges Training Program to be held in Califon, New Jersey. This program is being sponsored by the United States Eventing Association (USEA) and (May 14, 2010)
USEF Names Partial Short List for 2010 Land Rover US Eventing Team
Lexington, KY - A partial Short List for the 2010 Land Rover US Eventing Team has been named to represent the United States at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games in Lexington, KY. (May 14, 2010)
Hoof Wraps Offers SmartPak Equine/USEA Preliminary Three-Day Competitors a Helping Hand
The USEA is proud to welcome Hoof Wraps as a new sponsor of the 2010 SmartPak Equine USEA Preliminary Three-Day Events. (May 14, 2010)
Future Event Horses Take the Stage at Ram Tap
Nearly 20 promising young event horses turned out to compete at the first USEA Future Event Horse competition of the West Coast, held at Ram Tap Horse Trials in Fresno, California on May 1-2. "It was a gorgeous day and all the babies were very well-behave (May 12, 2010)
Three Young Horse Shine At The FEH At The Event Derby At Cottonwood Ranch
A colt, a filly, and a gelding took center stage at the Future Event Horse competition at The Event Derby at Cottonwood Ranch in Los Alamos, California. Although there were only three competitors, all of entrants earned excellent scores. “The facility (May 12, 2010)
Eventing Mandatory Outing Information for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games
Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation's Eventing department has announced that the Eventing Mandatory Outing for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games will be held in conjunction with the 2010 Land Rover USEA American Eventing Cham (May 11, 2010)
2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Receives Entries from 60 Countries
The World Games 2010 Foundation is pleased to announce that 60 National Federations have submitted entries in principle for the Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. (May 7, 2010)
Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing Prize Criteria Clarification
In 2001, Rolex Watch created the Rolex Grand Slam of Eventing. This prize is awarded to any rider who wins the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials and the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials in any consecutive order (May 7, 2010)
The Young Event Horse Competition At Galway Downs Canceled
The Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Competition scheduled to be held May 14-16 in Temecula, California was forced to cancel due to low entries. For a complete listing on YEH events consult the YEH Calendar. More information about the YEH Prog (May 7, 2010)
Journey to the Alltech FEI 2010 World Equestrian Games The First Ever ParaWebathon
The Horse Radio Network and the 2010 Radio Show is helping sponsor a live video Webathon to raise money and awareness for the United States Para-Equestrian team who are attending the Alltech FEI 2010 World Equestrian Games. (May 7, 2010)
The Micklem Bridle Approved For Use In Eventing
The Micklem Bridle was recently approved by the USEF Executive Committee for use in Eventing. A diagram of the bridle can be seen on page 48 of The USEF Rules For Eventing. More information about the Micklem bridle is available on William Micklem' (May 5, 2010)
Tapner Triumphs in Tight Finale at Badminton
Paul Tapner (AUS), described by fellow riders as one of the hardest working in the sport, rode with focus and determination to achieve the greatest moment of his Eventing career. He went clear in the final Jumping to hold his slim overnight lead at the Mi (May 4, 2010)
Paul Tapner Wins Badminton 2010
Paul Tapner has won his first Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials. He went into the showjumping arena with a fence in hand, but his ride, Inonothing, never looked like touching a fence. (May 3, 2010)
Upcoming Young Event Horse and Future Event Horse Competitions
Looking for a fun and educational outing for your young horse this summer? Be sure and check out the USEA Future Event Horse and Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse calendars. The FEH program is directed for yearlings, two-year-olds, and three-year-ol (May 3, 2010)
2010 USEA Featured Spring Apparel
Didn't get a chance to shop at the USEA booth at Rolex? Don’t worry the USEA has all of their fantastic spring line available online at www.shopUSEA.com. The USEA Webstore is your one-stop shop for all of your U.S. eventing apparel, event supplies, books, (May 3, 2010)
Australian Paul Tapner takes over lead at Badminton
Paul Tapner (AUS) was clearly overjoyed as he came through the finish line at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials (GBR) on his second ride, Inonothing. His celebrations were more than justified as, after an enthralling and dramatic Cross Country (May 2, 2010)
Two Thyme has the Edge at Badminton
Photo Gallery added! It was no surprise to see Ruth Edge (GBR) at the head of affairs after the first day of Dressage at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials, the second leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™. (May 1, 2010)
KaI Rüder is Prince of Badminton
Kai Rüder (GER) and his powerful stallion Le Prince des Bois held an appropriately regal lead at the close of Dressage at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials (GBR), the second leg of the HSBC FEI Classics™. (May 1, 2010)
All Horses Pass First Vet Inspection at Badminton
You might be forgiven for thinking this (the Vets' Inspection) is a catwalk parade for horses and riders, but the serious side of this beauty parade is to ensure that horses entered for the event are considered 'sound' and fit to take part in, what is pro (April 30, 2010)
Fierce international competition for HSBC FEI Classics™ at Badminton
When Andrew Nicholson (NZL) goes into action at the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials (GBR), the second leg of the 2010 HSBC FEI Classics™, he will find – perhaps nerve-rackingly – that he is viewed as the red-hot favourite to win. (April 29, 2010)
Dubarry Of Ireland Returns As A Silver Sponsor Of The USEA American Eventing Championships
The United States Eventing Association is proud to welcome back long time sponsor, Dubarry of Ireland. Dubarry will be joining the USEA in 2010 as a Silver Level Sponsor of the American Eventing Championships. (April 28, 2010)
Ocala Horse Properties Florida International Three-Day Event a Huge Success
Equiventures, LLC Thanks Its Many Generous Donors and Sponsors (April 28, 2010)
Reminder About Classic Series Open/Close Dates
Please be aware that all three-day event opening/closing dates are a few weeks earlier than the rest of the horse trial divisions at a given event. This includes all events in the SmartPak Equine USEA Classic Series, both the Training and Preliminary Thre (April 28, 2010)
Preliminary Three-Day Dressage Test Now Available
The 2010 USEF Dressage Test for Preliminary Three-Day Events is now available on the USEA website. The test is available in PDF and online under the dressage test section. The test will be used for all SmartPak Equine/USEA Preliminary Three-Day Events in (April 28, 2010)
The Newly Revised Cross-Country Obstacle Guidelines and Frangible Pin Handbook Now Available
The newly revised Cross-Country Obstacle Guidelines and Frangible Pin Handbook are available on the USEA website under the Course Builders/Designers section. The Guidelines and Handbook have been combined into a single PDF document. (April 28, 2010)
Flawless Finish for William Fox-Pitt & Cool Mountain at Rolex Kentucky CCI4*, Presented by Bridgestone
Lexington, Ky., April 25 - William Fox-Pitt of Great Britain concluded the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone, the same way he began it-in first place. (April 25, 2010)
Fox-Pitt Solidifies His Hold On Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Lexington, Ky., April 23 - William Fox-Pitt of Great Britain retained the lead he took in dressage by recording a clear cross-country round today on Cool Mountain at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone. (April 24, 2010)
Riders Recovering Well After Falls On The Rolex Kentucky Cross-Country Course
Oliver Townend is well on his way to recovery after his fall on Saturday's Rolex Kentucky cross-country course, as are Kristi Nunnink and Jennifer Wooten-Dafoe (April 24, 2010)
Fox-Pitt Takes Over At Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Lexington, Ky., April 23 - William Fox-Pitt of Great Britain smoothly rode Cool Mountain into the lead on the second and final day of dressage at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone. His score of 42.8 penalties put him just in fro (April 23, 2010)
On Mandiba, O'Connor Leads The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Lexington, Ky., April 22 - Karen O'Connor and Mandiba have taken the first-day lead at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone, scoring 43.7 penalties. Becky Holder rode Courageous Comet to second place (45.2), and Phillip Dutton r (April 22, 2010)
The USEA Is Tweeting At Rolex CCI4*
Not going to be able to make it to Rolex this year? Stay up-to-date with all the latest Rolex news by following the USEA on Twitter. Members of the staff will be tweeting regularly throughout the day. Also be sure to check out USEventing.com each night fo (April 22, 2010)
Record Field Set To Start Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event
Lexington, Ky., April 21 - A field of 53 horses-the largest ever since the event became a CCI4* in 1998-will start the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone, on Thursday morning. All 53 horses that were presented to the ground jury and (April 21, 2010)
Riders in Mad Dash Across Atlantic for Start of HSBC FEI Classics™
This weekend’s Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event (22-25 April) could not be a more gripping start to the 2010 HSBC FEI Classics™ season of five 4* events. As a host of US and Canadian riders gear up for what will be a crucial showcase for selection for the A (April 20, 2010)
2010 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridgestone Brings the Best in the World to the Kentucky Horse Park
Lexington, KY - It's that time again. Winter vanished and suddenly the 2010 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridgestone has arrived. Bigger than ever in 2010, the competition, which also serves as the USEF National CCI4* Eventing Championship, (April 20, 2010)
New Officials Named For Rolex Kentucky And Kentucky Cup Events
Lexington, Ky., April 20 -The cloud of volcanic ash that has canceled hundreds of airplane flights from Europe has forced the organizers of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, presented by Bridgestone, to replace four of its officials at the last minute (April 20, 2010)
Twin Rivers Kicks Off The West Coast Spalding Labs/USEA YEH Series
The first West-Coast Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Competition of the year was held last Thursday at the Twin Rivers Spring Three-day Event and Horse Trials in Paso Robles, CA. Although there were only two entries in the four-year-old divi (April 20, 2010)
Preliminary Challenge Returns To The Event At Woodside
Preliminary-level riders have been waiting all year for the return of the Preliminary Challenge, the highlight of the Event At Woodside, just 25 minutes south of San Francisco, on May 28-30. “Last year was a success beyond my wildest hopes, and we’re maki (April 19, 2010)
Information Regarding Horse Records
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2011 USEA Worth the Trust Scholarships Applications Due October 18, 2010
The deadline for applications for the 2011 USEA Worth the Trust Educational Scholarships for Young Adults and Adult Amateurs is October 18, 2010. The Worth the Trust Educational Scholarships reward young up-and-coming eventers by helping to fund their (April 14, 2010)
USEF and Universal Sports to Offer Live Coverage of Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Presented by Bridgestone: Available to U.S., Canada and Mexico
Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), through an agreement with Universal Sports and the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), announces unprecedented viewing options for the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridge (April 14, 2010)
The USEF Eventing Owners Task Force And PRO to Hold An Open Owners' Forum At Rolex Kentucky
The USEF Eventing Owners’ High Performance Task Force and The Professional Riders Organization will hold an Open Owner’s Forum on Thursday, April 22nd, 2010 at 5:30PM. All interested parties are invited to attend and learn about ownership options in the (April 14, 2010)
The Eventing Associate Judge Fast Track
Are you an upper-level rider who has considered becoming a lower level dressage judge? The Eventing Associate Judge Fast Track may be just the program for you. The Eventing Associate Judge Fast Track was created in early 2009 as a new path to earning a (April 14, 2010)
Finish Line Returns As A 2010 USEA AEC Sponsor
The USEA is very excited that FINISH LINE® Quality Horse Products has decided to renew their contract for the 2010 USEA American Eventing Championships. For over 30 years, FINISH LINE® has been a quality manufacturer of equine supplements, health car (April 13, 2010)
Riders Warned of a Two-Year Ban For Doping Positives
“If your horse is found to have a banned substance in its system, you are looking at a two-year suspension,” FEI Veterinary Director Graeme Cooke warned riders competing at this week’s Rolex FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final. The warning came at the riders (April 13, 2010)
USEA Launches New Sister Site, DiscoverEventing.com
The United States Eventing Association is pleased to announce the launch of a new sister site, www.DiscoverEventing.com. Discover Eventing is devoted to educating and informing readers about the sport of three-day eventing. The USEA hopes the site become (April 12, 2010)
Long Frangible Pins are Temporarily Unavailable
Equine Fitness, the British based distributor of frangible pins has temporarily run out of Long Frangible Pins. Equine Fitness has advised that stock should be available shortly at which time they will be expedited from England and available for distribut (April 12, 2010)
USEA Endowment Trust Continues Pledge Drive for the Equine Cardiovascular Study
After raising $16,085 in only a few months for the USEA Equine Cardiovascular Study, the USEA Endowment Trust will be extending their pledge drive until May 1, 2010 in hopes of meeting the goal of $25,000 for this important study. (April 8, 2010)
Amanda Miller Atkins Gallops Away With The Win At FENCE Horse Trial’s SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day
It was a weekend of firsts at the SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Event at FENCE Horse Trials, in Landrum, SC. The first time FENCE hosted a Training Three-Day. The first Training Three-Day of 2010, and the first rider of the day took home first p (April 8, 2010)
The Race is on for the $10,000 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series!
This year marks the seventh year of the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series, an assembly of eight destination events across the country designed to reward top horse and rider combinations at the pinnacle of the sport. Gold Cup events are spread from coast to coa (April 8, 2010)
USEA Area III Young Riders Currently Accepting Resumes for 2010 Area Team Selector
The purpose of the Young Rider Program, offered through the USEA, is to encourage our Young Riders’ to be “involved in the sport of Eventing and perhaps continue this involvement into their adult lives.” Accommodating riders of all levels, the organizatio (April 7, 2010)
The USEA Welcomes VitalWear Equine To Our Family Of Sponsors
VitalWear Equine, manufacturer of the RecoveryWrap and VitalWrap systems, is pleased to announce its Legacy sponsorship of the SmartPak Equine USEA Classic Series. VitalWear Equine offers affordable and easy-to-use new solutions to age-old troubles w (April 7, 2010)
USEF Training Three-Day Dressage Test Now Available
The 2010 USEF Dressage Test for Training Three-Day Events is now available on the USEA website. The test is available in PDF and online under the dressage test section. The test will be used for all remaining SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Eve (April 7, 2010)
Shai Steiner Signs On As Newest USEA American Eventing Championship Sponsor
Talented artist, Shai Steiner, of Animals In Primary has signed on as a sponsor of the 2010 USEA American Eventing Championships. The Seattle, Washington artist is well known for her pop-art type paintings of horses and dogs. Steiner uses a limited pallet (April 6, 2010)
Mill Creek Pony Club presents the Mill Creek Pony Club Horse Trials at Longview Horse Park
Mill Creek Pony Club presents the Mill Creek Pony Club Horse Trials at Longview Horse Park May 15-16, 2010 at the beautiful Longview Horse Park in Kansas City, Missouri. (April 6, 2010)
StartBox Online Scoring System Chosen as Official Event Scoring and Management Software for the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridgestone
Lexington, KY, April 2, 2010: As the only Four Star Three-Day Event held in the Americas, the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Bridgestone is the premier Eventing competition in the United States, the first Four Star to be held outside Europe (April 5, 2010)
New Equine Anti-Doping and Controlled Medication Regulations and Equine Prohibited Substances List Go Live for All FEI Events
The FEI today announced that the new Equine Anti-Doping and Controlled Medication Regulations and the Equine Prohibited Substances List are now in effect for all FEI events. All involved in equestrian sport, and especially competitors, National Federation (April 5, 2010)
Hannah Sue Burnett Becomes The Latest Adequan/USEA Gold Cup Winner At The Fork
It was a nail biter to the end at the Fork Horse Trials this weekend as the USEA/Adequan Gold Cup Advanced division and the CIC3* wrapped up with show jumping. Neither overnight leader were able to hold on to their lead, and even the winners were pleasan (April 4, 2010)
Clean, Fast Round Sends Phillip Dutton and Waterfront To The Top In The Fork CIC3* Gold Cup Division
The morning dawned bright and sunny as The Fork CIC3* and Horse Trials resumed in Norwood, NC. The main attraction of the day was the cross-country phase for the Advanced, CIC3* and Intermediate riders, and the spectators were not disappointed. The day (April 3, 2010)
The Summer Omnibus Is On Its Way
If you ordered a copy of the 2010 Summer Omnibus, you should receive it early next week. (April 2, 2010)
Becky Holder Shoots Into First Aboard Courageous Comet In The Adequan/USEA Gold Cup Division At The Fork
The fierce competition continued at The Fork Stables today as the second day of Dressage shook up yesterday’s leader board. No score was safe as the dressage got back underway. Olympian Becky Holder and her longtime partner Courageous Comet took an im (April 2, 2010)
Top Riders From Around the World Set to Compete at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Presented by Bridgestone
LEXINGTON, KENTUCKY-March 31, 2010- Once again, the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, this year Presented by Bridgestone, will host a truly international event at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY, April 22-25. The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, par (April 2, 2010)
Ocala Horse Park's Party to Benefit USEA Equine Cardiovascular Study on April 17
USEA is proud to support the Equine Cardiovascular and Pulmonary research by hosting a “Low Country Boil” (fais do do) at the Ocala Horse Park, CCI**, and CCI* on April 17, 2010. (April 2, 2010)
The Fork CIC3* and Horse Trials Kicks Off Today
It was hot and hazy in Norwood, NC as The Fork CIC3* and Horse Trails kicked off today. Horses and riders in three national divisions – including the USEA/Adequan Gold Cup Advanced division – as well as in the international CIC3* brought their A-game an (April 1, 2010)
The Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Series is Under Way!
The Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Series kicked off its season on February 3rd with a competition in combination with the YEH Judging Symposium held in Ocala, FL. Thanks to newcomers to the organizing side of the series, Timothy and Cheryl Holekamp (March 31, 2010)
Difficult Run to Host Young Rider Team Challenge on May 1-2
The Difficult Run Horse Trial is going to hold a YRAP Team Challenge as part of its horse trial on May 1-2. All Area II YRAP (and YR) riders are welcome to enter. You will enter and be scored in the horse trials according to USEF/USEA rules and this score (March 31, 2010)
Kim Severson To Guest Host Eventing USA's Photo Critique Column
In Issue 3 of Eventing USA, we'll have a special guest for the ever popular photo critique column. International event rider and Olympic Medalist Kim Severson will take the reins and offer points of advice about your jumping position. (March 30, 2010)
Waredaca HT Has Week Planned Chock Full of Activites for Eastern ATC
Waredaca has an "Eventing Extraspecial Week" planned during their August 13-15 Horse Trials. The highlight of the week will be the Eastern Regional Adult Team Championships sponsored by the Chronicle of the Horse. (March 29, 2010)
Morven Park Open Schooling Day Rescheduled
Morven Park Open Schooling day has been rescheduled to Wednesday, April 28, 2010. We hope to see you all out enjoying the beautiful course during more cooperative weather! Thank you for your support. More information available on the Morven Park Webs (March 29, 2010)
New Online FEI Prohibited Substances Database Now Available
The FEI is pleased to announce the launch of the online FEI Prohibited Substances Database which is now available on www.feicleansport.org. The purpose of this new database is to provide clear guidance on the substances included in the Equine Prohibited S (March 29, 2010)
Coudray Takes the Top Prize at Galway Downs International Horse Trials
Temecula, Calif., March 27, 2010 —Overnight leader Tiana Coudray of Ojai, Calif., kept her nerves in check to gallop home the winner aboard her Ringwood Magister in the CIC*** at the Galway Downs International Horse Trials. (March 27, 2010)
Auburn Labs Renews Their Longtime USEA Sponsorship
Auburn Laboratories, Inc., makers of the popular Advanced Protection Formula (APF), are returning for their seventh year as a sponsor of USEA programs. The USEA is delighted that Auburn Labs has joined their sponsorship family once again. (March 26, 2010)
Coudray Stands on Top After Day One at Galway Downs
Temecula, Calif., March 26, 2010 — After the first day of competition, Tiana Coudray finds herself standing atop not one but two leaderboards at the Galway Downs International Horse Trials. The Ojai, Calif. native is leading the CIC*** after dressage and (March 26, 2010)
The USEA Welcomes SmartPak as New Corporate Sponsor
The USEA is delighted to welcome SmartPak Equine as a corporate sponsor for 2010. SmartPak Equine has been a longtime supporter of the USEA and this year they will become the Official Supplement Feeding System of the USEA. (March 26, 2010)
Elite Auction Kicks Off Galway Downs International Horse Trials
More than 200 spectators watched carefully as the 11 horses offered in the second annual Elite Event Horse Auction paraded in the main arena this evening at the Galway Downs International Horse Trials. The horses range in age from just-started 4-year-olds (March 25, 2010)
Ram Tap SmartPak Equine/USEA T3D Canceled
The SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Event scheduled to be held at Ram Tap Horse Trials April 9-11 has been canceled due to insufficient entries. The USEA would like to thank the organizers of Ram Tap for their effort to support the Classic Ser (March 25, 2010)
Galway Downs and Gold Cup Gear Up
The Galway Downs International Horse Trials is primed and ready to put on another great show this year with the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* division headlining. (March 24, 2010)
ATTENTION COMPETITORS: Important Changes to USEF GR207.1: ‘The IHP Rule’
Lexington, KY— The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has announced the following change to the International High Performance (IHP) rule (GR207.1): Effective March 15, 2010, the rule has been changed to remove the fee for U.S. horses competing ab (March 24, 2010)
The Fork Horse Trials Still Scheduled For April 10
The Fork Horse Trials will be running as a one-day event one week after The Fork CIC3* on Saturday, April 10. The horse trials will offer Beginner Novice, Novice, and Training Levels. For more information about the event go to the Omnibus listing. (March 22, 2010)
The CDCTA Horse Trials Has Changed Their Date From Sunday April 4th to Saturday April 3rd
As you know, volunteers are what enable our competitions to run. Volunteers are necessary not only for the big jobs (Organizer, Secretary, etc), but also to serve as jump judges, dressage scribes, runners, etc the day of the event. We had run into some (March 22, 2010)
USEF Rule Change Regarding Inflatable Vests
The USEF Executive Committee passed the following extraordinary rule change regarding air vests, which is effective immediately. (March 17, 2010)
"No Time for a Repeat" - from the USEA Professional Horseman's Council
Last year was a great year for eventing in the United States. As we came into 2010 it was easy to breathe a collective sigh of relief that perhaps we had overcome the unbelievably horrible rash of accidents that plagued our sport. The Professional Horse (March 17, 2010)
New Schedule Announced For Galway Downs International Horse Trials
Temecula, Calif., March 18, 2010 — Riders in the Galway Downs International Horse Trials will compete under a different schedule and format than previously announced for the event at the Southern California Equestrian Center on March 26-28. (March 17, 2010)
Auburn Labs Signs on as Title Sponsor for the USEA Youth Board Grant
The USEA Youth Board is pleased to announce that Auburn Labs is the new title sponsor of the USEA Youth Board Grant. The Auburn Labs USEA Youth Board Grant provides an opportunity for two junior or young riders to spend two weeks working and training at a (March 17, 2010)
2010 Maui Jim Horse Trials Cancelled
When confirming that Maui Jim Horse Trials will not run in 2010, Maui's Organizer, Katie Lindsay, sent the following message (March 12, 2010)
Important Changes to the USEF Therapeutic Drug Rule Regarding NSAIDs Become Effective April 1, 2010
At this year’s USEF Annual Meeting held January 13-17, 2010, an important rule change was approved affecting the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) in competition horses. Over the years, ongoing veterinary research has revealed that not (March 11, 2010)
Brian Sabo Nominated to Become Next President of the USEA
The USEA Nominating Committee is pleased to announce that Brian Sabo of Newport Beach, California has been nominated to succeed current president Kevin Baumgardner when his term expires in December 2010. Sabo’s nomination, which will be subject to confir (March 11, 2010)
VTO Saddlery To Be Official Sponsor of the 2010 AEC Novice Division
The USEA is delighted to welcome VTO Saddlery into our family of sponsors. VTO will partner with the USEA to become the official sponsor of the Novice Divisions at the 2010 USEA American Eventing Championships. The VTO Saddlery Novice Division is sure to (March 10, 2010)
Update on Jan Byyny from Dick and Jo Byyny
We wanted to let everyone know how Jan is progressing since her fall at Pinetop, and to thank everyone for the incredible support we’ve received. (March 10, 2010)
USEA Announces Merial As Title Sponsor of the $25,000 Advanced Class at the 2010 AEC
The USEA is excited to welcome back Merial as a sponsor of the 2010 American Eventing Championships and USEF Mandatory Outing. With Merial’s generous support, $25,000 will be awarded to the winner of the Advanced Class at the 2010 AEC. (March 9, 2010)
Course Designer Training Program at the Virginia Horse Center
Have you ever thought about becoming a cross-country Course Designer? The USEA will be conducting a Course Design Training Program May 21-23, 2010 during the Virginia Three-Day Event and Horse Trial, at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, Virginia. (March 9, 2010)
Red Hills Wrap Up: Nicki Henley Is Back
Nicki Henley is back and it’s still sinking in for Mara Dean. Together, they led the weekend starting with dressage, increased their lead after touring Hugh Lochore’s new CIC3*W cross-country course without a hitch, and put the cherry on top after complet (March 8, 2010)
Nicki Henley Back in Full Swing at Red Hills International Horse Trials
Thousands of spectators from the local Tallahassee area showed up to cheer on their favorite horses and riders at today’s cross-country phase at the Red Hills International Horse Trials. (March 6, 2010)
HSBC FEI World Cup™ Eventing Kicks Off With New and Improved Formula
The HSBC FEI World Cup™ Eventing, which kicks off at Tallahassee in Florida (USA) this weekend (5-7 March), is to adopt an improved and exciting new format for 2010. (March 5, 2010)
Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series Hits the Ground Running at Red Hills
The Red Hills International Horse Trials made its triumphant return today in Tallahassee, Florida, as one of the nation's elite events. (March 5, 2010)
Update on Jan Byyny
Dr. And Mrs. Richard Byyny have released the following statement on the progress of their daughter Jan Byyny. The USEA sends all best wishes to the Byyny family and especially to Jan. (March 4, 2010)
Update on Rebecca Howard
On February 28, Rebecca Howard had a serious accident at the Pinetop Horse Trials. She was transported to the Carolinas Medical Center in Charlotte, NC. Fellow rider and good friend Sinead Halpin has been posting consistent updates about her status and re (March 3, 2010)
2010 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series Kicks Off
After one of the longest and snowiest winters much of the eventing community has ever faced, the USEA has never been more excited about the 2010 season to heat up. This year marks the sixth running of the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series, and we’re pleased to (March 2, 2010)
Announcing the 2010 Jersey Fresh Three-Day Event FENCE-SATION Challenge!
It’s time to rally your regular riding buddies, steadfast stable mates, talented and tolerant trainers, friends and family–anyone who’s up for a battle of the banners! (February 26, 2010)
West Coasters Gear Up for First Advanced of the Season at Twin Rivers
This weekend the top West Coast riders will come together to kick off the first Advanced event of the season at Twin Rivers Ranch in Paso Robles, California. (February 25, 2010)
2010 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Named One of Kentucky Tourism Council's Top 10 Festivals and Events for Spring 2010
Lexington, KY--February 25, 2010--The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, part of the HSBC FEI ClassicsTM Series, has been named one of the Top 10 Festivals and Events for Spring 2010 by the Kentucky Tourism Council. (February 25, 2010)
The Galway Downs International Horse Trials is a Real 3-D Adventure
Temecula, Calif., Feb. 24, 2010—Are you one of the millions who’ve seen the hit movie Avatar? And are you ready—now—for a real 3-D adventure? Then come watch the Galway Downs International Horse Trials on March 26-28, where real horses bravely gallop acr (February 24, 2010)
FITS Supports the USEA American Eventing Championships and SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Series
The United States Eventing Association is proud to welcome back Fun In The Saddle, “FITS,” as Silver sponsors of the USEA American Eventing Championships and Elite sponsors of the SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Series. (February 23, 2010)
$30,000 to be Awarded at the Florida International CCI2*/CCI* and Horse Trials
On April 15-18 the Florida International CCI2*/1* and Horse Trials in Ocala, Florida will play host to an exciting weekend of competition with big money being awarded to the winners. The star of the weekend will be the Colebrooke Cup which will award $ (February 18, 2010)
Upcoming Young Event Horse and Future Event Horse Competitions
February 27th is a big day for the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Series with competitions taking place at Rocking Horse Stables and The Ark. Both venues are still accepting entries, but be sure to send them in as soon as possible to guarantee a spo (February 18, 2010)
The European Equestrian Federation Formed
International horse sport has a new European association, the European Equestrian Federation (EEF). The new body was established today (18th February) by 27 European National Federations present at a meeting in Warendorf (Germany). This process commenced (February 18, 2010)
Chattahoochee Hills Signs on India Watson as Marketing Director
Chattahoochee Hills Eventing is excited to introduce the newest member of their team, Marketing Director India L. Watson. They are looking forward to a great year of events with exciting new sponsors and a growing fan base. (February 17, 2010)
Date Changes for YEH and FEH Calendars
The March 1st Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse and USEA Future Event Horse competitions at Cedar Ridge Farm have been rescheduled for September 5th. Be sure to mark your calendars so that you don’t miss this wonderful event. If you have any further qu (February 17, 2010)
Red Hills International Horse Trials to Host USEA Equine Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Research Study
Red Hills International Horse Trials in Tallahassee, Florida will be the host site for the USEA Equine Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Research Study over the weekend of March 5-7. The study will be performed using the horses competing in the CIC3* division. (February 16, 2010)
Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Central States Adult Team Challenge Promises a Fantastic Weekend at Their Own "WEG"
Calling all Adult Riders to join the fun at WEG 2010! Area V will host the 2010 Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Central States Adult Team Challenge at Greenwood Farm in Weatherford, Texas. (February 12, 2010)
Five Star Tack Signs On as Legacy Sponsor of the 2010 SmartPak Equine Training Three-Day Series
The USEA is proud to welcome Five Star Tack, designers and distributors of high quality bridles and leather goods, as a Legacy sponsor of the 2010 SmartPak Equine USEA Training Three-Day Series. (February 11, 2010)
USEA Announces 2010 Committees
The USEA is pleased to announce the committees for 2010. The list of committees, mission statements, chairs, members, and contact information is available in PDF format on useventing.com under the "Inside USEA" tab or by clicking here. The committees (February 5, 2010)
Rider Pledges to Support USEA Equine Cardiovascular Study
I have always thought that completing a challenging course at a show is equivalent to being on top of the world. I doubt I am alone in this belief. I’d like to say that I am unaware of the opposite feeling, but I do believe I have experienced something cl (February 2, 2010)
Have a Suggestion for the 2010 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention?
The 2010 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention is still 310 days away, but at the USEA headquarters in Leesburg plans are already well underway. This year's convention will be held December 8-12, 2010 at the The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa in Scottsdale (February 1, 2010)
Win A Mountain Horse Jacket by Reading Eventing USA 2.0
You could win a Mountain Horse Jacket just by checking out the latest issue of Eventing USA 2.0! (January 27, 2010)
2010 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Returns April 22-25
Lexington, KY - January 19, 2010- The excitement of the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI**** returns to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY, April 22 in The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, part of the HSBC FEI ClassicsTM Series, attracts many of th (January 26, 2010)
FEI Announces Five-Year Global Education Program for Eventing Officials
The FEI announced details of a five-year Global Education Programme for Eventing Officials today. The CHF 1 million project, which will support the regular FEI Educational and Certification system for Eventing Officials at all levels, is funded by the FEI (January 26, 2010)
Want to Become a Licensed Eventing Judge or TD?
Are you interested in becoming a Licensed Eventing Judge or Technical Delegate? The TD portion (Jumping Session B & C) of the Training Program for Eventing Officials – Technical Delegate and Event Judge Training - will be conducted February 19-21, 2010 (January 25, 2010)
YEH for Late-Bloomers? Ocala March YEH Offers Class for Every Age
Would you like to try out the YEH format, but worry about getting your horse ready by age four? The Florida Horse Park March YEH is offering a YEH competition for horses of any age. (January 25, 2010)
2010 USEA Ocala Eventing Clinics Only a Week Away!
Mark your calendars now for the 2010 USEA Ocala Eventing Clinics which will run February 1-3, 2010. The USEA has an exciting schedule planned for all eventing enthusiasts. The clinics will once again be held at Betsy Watkins’ beautiful Longwood Farm (January 25, 2010)
Chattahoochee Hills Plants Nearly 200 Trees on Property - Just in Time for AEC!
Chattahoochee Hills in Fairburn, Georgia, the new home of the American Eventing Championships for the next three years, recently planted nearly 200 mature trees on the property. (January 25, 2010)
Don't Forget About the USEA Activities Calendar
Looking for a fun activity to help get rid of the winter cabin fever? Be sure to check out the USEA Education Activities Calendar. Chock full of clinics, camps, and schooling shows, there is something for everyone! Interested in registering your educat (January 20, 2010)
FEI Launches New Eventing Risk Management Program
A new worldwide Eventing Risk Management Policy and Action Plan aimed at reducing cross-country horse falls was launched at the third annual FEI Safety meeting in Malmö, Sweden, today. Based on a six-year statistical study of the sport, the Action Plan wi (January 19, 2010)
Upcoming YEH Competitions To Be Held in Florida
The first Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse competition of the year is being held February 3rd in sunny Ocala, FL. The competition will run in conjunction with the YEH judging seminar at the beautiful Longwood Farm. This is the first in a series of thr (January 11, 2010)
Mid South Eventing and Dressage Association Second Annual Gala Celebration to Benefit Kentucky Horse Park
Anyone who has stood out under the blazing sun in the dressage complex at the Kentucky Horse Park will appreciate a project to redesign and renovate the area. The Mid South Dressage and Eventing Association announced their commitment of funds raised at th (January 11, 2010)
Capt. Mark Phillips to Retire in 2012; Search Committee Forming to Find Successor
Lexington, KY – At the conclusion of 2012 the US Eventing Program will undergo a significant change. After 20 years, Capt. Mark Phillips has announced his retirement as Chef d’Equipe and Technical Advisor following the London Olympic Games to “give someon (January 8, 2010)
We Will Face Facts - By William Micklem
On February 8thHartpury College in the UK is hosting an International Eventing Conference entitled ‘Training for Safety’. William Micklem is an Internationally known and respected horseman and is a regular contributor to EventingUSA,. We appreciate Mr. (January 6, 2010)
Dates and Locations Announced for 2010 Eventing High Performance Training Sessions
From the USEF Eventing Department Lexington, KY – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has announced the following dates, locations and details for the 2010 Eventing High Performance Training Sessions. Training sessions are for A and B liste (January 4, 2010)
Dressage Tests Now Easier to Find
In an effort to make the 2010 USEF Dressage Tests for Eventing easier to find, the USEA has created a section under the competitions tab dedicated solely to the dressage tests. The individual tests for each level are available directly on the website (January 4, 2010)
Golden Prospects shine from East to West
The eventing champions of tomorrow gathered to show their potential in conformation, dressage, and jumping in their own Championship divisions on both sides of the country this year. (January 4, 2010)
Congratulations 2010 Worth the Trust Scholarship Winners!
Congratulations to the 2010 Worth The Trust Educational Scholarship winners: Anna Schmitt and Tracey Young. (December 30, 2009)
USEA Announces Dates of 2010 Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Adult Team Challenge
Find out what all the buzz is about... join your fellow adult riders on a Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Adult Team Challenge (ATC) team this year and enjoy one of the most rewarding team experiences offered in our eventing community. These unique team compe (December 28, 2009)
USET Foundation Awards Amanda Warrington Grant to Heather Morris
The USET Foundation is pleased to announce that they have awarded the Amanda Warrington Grant to Three-Day Event rider Heather Morris of Lewisville, TX. The Amanda Warrington Grant is awarded through the Amanda Pirie Warrington Fund. (December 18, 2009)
USEA Winter Holiday Auction Starting to Wrap up - don't Delay
Less than a week left on the USEA Winter Holiday Auction - don't miss out on the last goodies available... (December 17, 2009)
Letter from the President - Kevin Baumgardner ... The Next Fifty Years
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Exciting Schedule Planned for the 2010 Future Event Horse Series
The USEA has an exciting schedule of Future Event Horse Competitions planned for the 2010 season with new dates and venues being added all the time. Most recently The Event at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, MT has decided to add a FEH competition to run along (December 15, 2009)
Maxance McManamy Named 2009 USEF Junior Equestrian of the Year
Lexington, KY –The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) announces that Maxance McManamy has been selected as the 2009 USEF Junior Equestrian of the Year. McManamy will be honored at the USEF’s Annual Meeting, January 13-17, 2010 in Louisville, KY, a (December 6, 2009)
Weekend Highlights of the 2009 USEA Annual Meeting and Convention
Planning for the World Equestrian Games, Is Your Tack Holding You Back, Want To Judge at the Olympics, Adult Riders Open Forum, Event Owners Task Force Open Forum, ICP Open Forum, USEA Youth Board, Junior/Young Rider Open Forum, Board of Governors Open Me (December 6, 2009)
Friday Coverage of the USEA 50th Anniversary Convention & Annual Meeting
Though the highlight of the day was the Awards Luncheon, check out some of the great educational seminars and meetings that took place today during the 2009 USEA 50th Anniversary Convention & Annual Meeting. (December 4, 2009)
Thursday Coverage of the USEA Convention & Annual Meeting
Seminars How to Train Effectively and Compete Successfully in the Classic Long-Format Dr. David Marlin (right) spoke today about how to train effectively and compete successfully in the classic format event. His presentation was comprised of four po (December 3, 2009)
Max McManamy Named the 2009 USEA Nominee for the USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award
The USEA is pleased to announce that Maxance McManamy of Templeton, California is the USEA's nominee for the 2009 USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award. The 17-year-old won double gold in the CCI2* at the 2009 North American Junior and Young Riders' Championsh (December 1, 2009)
Richard Jeffery Clinic is FULL!
The Richard Jeffery Show Jumping Seminar will start at 10:00 AM at the Visitor Center at Frying Pan Park. Click here for a map of the park as well as driving directions. We will meet at the Visitor Center at 10:00 AM for the classroom portion of the c (November 20, 2009)
Linda W. Reynolds 1942-2009
A freak tragic incident took the life of beloved Linda W. Reynolds while vacationing in Arizona with her husband Walter and relatives on November 11, 2009. She was age 67. (November 18, 2009)
USEF Announces Date and Location for the 2010 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships Pending Final FEI Approval
Lexington, KY – Pending final FEI approval, the USEF is announcing the following date and location for the 2010 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships (NAJYRC). The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has received preliminary a (November 12, 2009)
Don't Miss Out on Lucinda Green's Presentations at This Year's Annual Meeting and Convention
Celebrated eventer Lucinda Green will be attending this year's USEA Annual Meeting and Convention held in Reston, Virginia from December 2 -6 to give two seminars. Lucinda's first presentation will given along with USEA President, Kevin Baumgardner, a (November 11, 2009)
SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Winner Awarded Stackhouse Saddle
At the close of each competition year, the winners of each of the eleven SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day events are entered into a drawing for the chance to win ... (November 10, 2009)
Voting Has Ended for Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Magazine Cover Shot!
Attention concerned eventers! The USEA needs your votes. The September / October issue of our magazine, Eventing USA, should be safely in your hands, and the staff here at the USEA is already working diligently on the upcoming November / December inst (November 9, 2009)
2010 USEF Eventing High Performance Training Lists Announced
Lexington, KY – The Eventing High Performance Training Lists have been revised for the 2010 season. Horse/Rider combinations will be invited to participate in training sessions this winter with Mark Phillips. It is anticipated that training sessions will (November 9, 2009)
2010 Dressage Tests Now Available
The 2010 Dressage Tests are now available on the USEA website. The tests are available in PDF format. They are located under the competition tab and then in the Forms and Documents category. You can also access them by clicking here. (November 6, 2009)
2009 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention Schedule
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Royal Tribute Crowned Grand Champion of 2009 East Coast IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Finals
Twenty-nine of the most promising young stars of the eventing community competed in the 2009 East Coast IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Finals in Lexington, Virginia at the Virginia Horse Center. Held in conjunction with the popular Virginia Horse Trials, (November 4, 2009)
Dr. David Marlin to Speak at USEA Annual Meeting and Convention
Legendary scientist and equine researcher, Dr. David Marlin will be conducting three talks at this year's USEA Annual Meeting and Convention to be held at the Hyatt Regency in Reston, Virginia from December 2-6. (November 4, 2009)
USEA Year-End Awards Are Approaching Fast
For year-end awards, the USEA has established a cut-off date of November 15th for inquiries about horses’ and riders’ competitive records. While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of our members’ competitive records, we realize that errors do o (November 3, 2009)
USEF Names George Morris and Phillip Dutton 2009 Coaches of the Year
Lexington, KY – Their names are synonymous with excellence in their respective disciplines and the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has honored two legends for their commitment to coaching and developing Equestrian Sport. (November 3, 2009)
The Classic Format Starts Strong At Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
MacKenna Shea, of Tacoma, rode Landioso to an impressive nine-point lead in the dressage phase of the classic-format CCI1*, while Stephanie Cooper, of Hobart, guided Calvin to a much narrower margin of .2 points in the short-format CCI1*. (October 30, 2009)
Greys Reign Supreme at Waredaca's SmartPak Equine/USEA Training Three-Day Event
The SmartPak Equine/USEA Area II Adult Riders Training Three-Day Event at Waredaca Farm in Laytonsville, Maryland hosted 37 riders in three divisions. The event was a huge success with all but two riders completing the exciting long-format course. When it (October 28, 2009)
New Course Designer for Carolina Horse Park
Raeford, NC- - Beginning in 2010, the Carolina Horse Park plans to undertake a broad based Capital Campaign. This endeavor includes upgrades to the entire infrastructure and continued diversification in the ways the Park is utilized. In conjunction with t (October 27, 2009)
Honor Your Favorite Eventer With An Ad In The 2009 Convention Program
Do you have a special connection with someone being recognized at this year's Annual Meeting and Convention and you want to find a way to honor them? Purchasing an advertisement to be included in the USEA Annual Meeting and Convention Program is a great w (October 26, 2009)
The Stars Aligned for Three Riders at One-Stars and Half-Star at the Hagyard Midsouth Three-Day Event
On October 15, thirteen riders from thirteen different states arrived at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky to tackle one of the few remaining Classic Format CCI1* events in the country. After the dressage tests were finished, the horses were (October 26, 2009)
SCHRADE EMERGES BRILLIANT WINNER OF LES ETOILES DE PAU
Dirk Schrade (GER) jumped a beautiful clear round on King Arthus to score the first 4* win of his career in the most sensational style at Les Etoiles de Pau (FRA). (October 25, 2009)
TOWNEND’S QUEST IN SIGHT AT THE HSBC FEI CLASSICS™ FINAL
Man of the moment Oliver Townend (GBR) continues to ride the crest of a wave, setting himself up for a third 4* victory this year, not to mention his longed for victory in the HSBC FEI Classics™. (October 24, 2009)
NEWS FROM THE HSBC FEI CLASSICS™
Oliver Townend must be getting used to heading the leaderboard this season, and after a fluent display on Andrew Cawthray’s eye-catching grey Carousel Quest on Dressage day at Les Etoiles de Pau, the climax of the 2009 Eventing season, it’s business as us (October 23, 2009)
Collier and Boyer Aim To Top Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
Temecula, Calif., Oct. 23, 2009 - Anna Collier and Julie Ann Boyer have each won international divisions at Galway Downs events in the last year, and on Oct. 30-Nov. 1, they'll be facing off in the CCI2* at the Galway Downs International Three-Day Event. (October 22, 2009)
Four USEF National Eventing Champions Crowned at Hagyard MidSouth 3Day and Team Challenge Horse Trials
Lexington, KY – Four USEF Eventing National One Star Championships were contested at the Kentucky Horse Park during October 15-18, 2009. Held in conjunction with the Haygard MidSouth 3Day and Team Challenge Horse Trials competitors flocked from all parts (October 21, 2009)
HSBC FEI Classics - Last Leg at Pau
Oliver Townend (GBR) has left no stone unturned in his burning ambition to win the valuable HSBC FEI Classics™, and is giving Andrew Cawthray’s elegant grey Thoroughbred Carousel Quest another outing, at Les Etoiles de Pau (FRA), the last event of the 200 (October 21, 2009)
Martin Maintains Top Spot in Soggy CCI*** at 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International
Elkton, MD - Wind substituted for four days of relentless rain for the finale of the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International but Boyd Martin was not to be blown of the top of the leaderboard. In an impressive performance with Neville Bardos, Martin had one ra (October 19, 2009)
Martin Flies Across the Soggy Turf to the Lead the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International CCI***
Elkton, MD – Mother Nature wouldn’t quit but smart riding prevailed at the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International as Boyd Martin flew to the lead in the USEF National CCI*** Championship with Neville Bardos. Newly an American citizen after changing citizen (October 17, 2009)
Kim Keeton and Accolade Draw Rave Reviews At The Spalding Labs USEA Young Event Horse East Coast Championship
While their senior counterparts strut their stuff down the centerlines in the CCI2* and CCI3* divisions at the Fair Hill International Horse Trials, four- and five-year-old stars to be were flashing their talents in the Spalding Labs USEA Young Event Hors (October 16, 2009)
Hagyard Midsouth Three Day Event and Team Challenge Is Underway!
Amongst the construction at the Kentucky Horse Park the Hagyard Midsouth Three Day Event and Team Challenge will welcome over 400 riders this weekend. On Thursday, October 15, forty three riders presented their horses at the first horse inspection for th (October 16, 2009)
Williams Tops the Field After Day One at the USEF National CCI*** Eventing Championships at the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International
Autumn seemed to bypass the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International in favor of winter, as cold temperatures and steady rain gripped the USEF National Eventing CCI** and CCI*** Championships for the first day of dressage. (October 15, 2009)
Record Numbers Vie for USEF National Eventing Championships at the 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International
Elkton, MD – The 2009 Dansko Fair Hill International Horse Trails was inundated with a record number of entries, as 141 horses will go forward to the dressage after a chilly Wednesday afternoon horse inspection. Of those, 113 will be vying for the United (October 15, 2009)
West Coast Spalding Labs/USEA YEH Championships Information
The Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse West Coast Championships will be held at Galway Downs in Temecula, California on Thursday, October 29. The YEH championships will be running in conjunction with the Galway Downs Three-Day Event and Horse Trials. So (October 14, 2009)
Professional Handler To Be Available At IDHSNA/USEA FEH Championships
Christine Smith, a professional handler, will be available and on site at the 2009 IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Championships to handle and present the young horses. (October 14, 2009)
Spalding Labs/USEA YEH East Coast Championships Update
Due to the volume of entries to the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Championships will take place over two days, October 15-16, 2009. The conformation and dressage will take place on Thursday and the jumping along with the pinning of winners on Frida (October 14, 2009)
Eventing Show Jumping Course Design Seminar To Be Held At USEA Annual Meeting And Convention
Whether you’re an up-and-coming designer, official, organizer, or a rider looking to improve their performance over stadium courses, this seminar offers a chance to better understand the practices used by top FEI and Rolex Kentucky CCI**** show jumping de (October 13, 2009)
A First Hand Report of The IDHSNA/USEA FEH Competition at Serra Valley Farms
Sunday morning was rainy and misty for the IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Competition held September 27 at Serra Valley Farms in Mount Airy, Maryland. The indoor at Serra Valley was bright and well-lit. Some of the "regular" competitors were there, but t (October 13, 2009)
Plantation Field Horse Trials Hosts USEA Equine Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Research Study
Plantation Field Horse Trials in Unionville, Pennsylvania was the host site for the preliminary phase of the USEA Equine Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Research Study over the weekend of September 18-20. The USEA Equine Safety Task Force headed by Drs. Ken (October 9, 2009)
Legendary Eventer Joins FEI Awards Judges
For a set of awards to be considered the best, they have to be judged by the best. And there’s no doubt that the exciting new addition to the judging panel of the FEI Awards is just that. Mark Todd, the New Zealand event rider often hailed as the best hor (October 9, 2009)
Cedar Ridge Farm YEH/FEH Competition: A Wet But Triumphant Day
Though the mantra of the day seemed to be "rain, rain, go away," eventers proved once again that they were more than fair-weather fans. The horses were beautifully turned out, rid of the manure stains they incurred over night, and the crowd was bubbly in (October 8, 2009)
Llangollyn LL Crowned Grand Champion at IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Classes
At last Sunday's IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse classes in Lexington, VA, held in conjunction with the IDHSNA National Show, it was Diane Halpin's Llangollyn LL who trotted away with the Grand Championship at the end of the day. (October 8, 2009)
2009 IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Championships Information
Don’t miss out on your chance to participate in the 2009 IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Championships. This year the championships will be held at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington, VA in conjunction with the Fall Virginia Horse Trials. All the best (October 6, 2009)
Arenus Becomes a Sponsor of the USEA
Arenus is excited to announce a partnership with the United States Eventing Association (USEA) as a first time media sponsor. (October 5, 2009)
REGISTER NOW FOR THE 2009 ANNUAL MEETING AND CONVENTION AND COME HELP US CELEBRATE THE USEA'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY
The USEA 2009 Annual Meeting and Convention Registration is now open. Come help us celebrate the USEA's 50th Anniversary and honor the inductees into the 2009 Eventing Hall of Fame. (October 2, 2009)
Leslie Law Named 2009 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series Winner
With the conclusion of the Twin Rivers Horse Trials in Paso Robles, California, the 2009 Adequan USEA Gold Cup Series has officially ended. Throughout the year the Gold Cup Leaderboard shuffled around quite a bit, but in the end Leslie Law and Fleeceworks (September 30, 2009)
The Classic Format Thrives At Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
Temecula, Calif. - From 1912 to 2000, the Olympic eventing medals were decided with the classic format: dressage on day 1, a four-phase speed-and-endurance test on day 2 (two phases of roads and tracks, a steeplechase phase and then the cross-country cour (September 29, 2009)
Florida Horse Park Fall Event Promises To Be Best Yet
The opening date for the Florida Horse Park Fall Event is just around the corner, so be sure to get your entries ready! The Event which will offer Beginner Novice through Intermediate as well as a Starter Trial is set to run as a one day event on November (September 29, 2009)
Frost on the Pumpkins at GMHA’s September Horse Trials
South Woodstock, VT –The Green Mountain Horse Association hosted its September Horse Trials on September 19 and 20. The Beginner Novice through Preliminary event along with the Area I Adult Team Challenge held over 2 days provided over 235 riders with ea (September 29, 2009)
Fisher Catches The Lead At Twin Rivers
Lady Calido’s first three-star endeavor has proven to be charmed thus far and she and Robyn Fisher cruised around the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* cross-country course at the Twin Rivers Horse Trials in Paso Robles, California. (September 26, 2009)
Coudray Leads At Twin Rivers After Dressage
It’s no surprise to see the popular duo of Tiana Coudray and Ringwood Magister leading the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* division after dressage at the Twin Rivers Horse Trials in Paso Robles, California. (September 25, 2009)
Young Event Horse Championships at the Fair Hill International CCI**/***
This year, the Spalding Labs/USEA Young Event Horse Championships will be held Thursday, October 15 in conjunction with the Fair Hill International CCI and are gearing up to provide an exciting competition. Young horses are coming from all over the Easter (September 25, 2009)
SUCCEED® and Wellington Classic Dressage Present USET Foundation Holiday Gala Fundraiser
Wellington, FL – September 24, 2009 – SUCCEED® and Wellington Classic Dressage will be hosting an exciting Holiday Gala Fundraiser on December 11 & 12, 2009, to benefit the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation. The gala will feature some of the (September 24, 2009)
Tickets for Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games on Sale in 24 Hours
LEXINGTON, KY— Tickets for the world’s most prestigious equestrian competition will go on sale in just 24 hours. Tickets to the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games go on sale September 25 at noon EST, exactly one year before the Games arrive in Lex (September 24, 2009)
Information on 2009/2010 USEF Developing Rider Program
Lexington, KY – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Eventing Developing Rider program is instrumental in identifying and fostering up-and-coming Eventing riders in the United States. It has undergone some changes over the last year to continu (September 24, 2009)
Kelly Beaver Takes Home The Ovation Pace Award
The Ovation Pace Award is given to the rider who finishes closest to the optimum time in cross-country at the American Eventing Championships. The winner receives a super prize package from Ovation™, including the Ovation Four Star saddle, bridle, breeche (September 23, 2009)
Date Change For IDHSNA/ USEA Future Event Horse Competition
The IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Competition that is scheduled to take place at the Irish Draught Horse Society’s 2009 Annual Horse Show in Lexington, VA has been changed to Sunday October 4 beginning at 12 p.m. (September 23, 2009)
Plantation Field Celebrates Success of Second International CIC3* Horse Trials
More than 1,000 Spectators Enjoy Weekend of Competition and Entertainment UNIONVILLE, P.A.: Plantation Field hosted its second international horse trials this past weekend, with more than 1,000 spectators taking in the fierce competition and exciting (September 22, 2009)
Virginia Horse Trials Has Something For Everyone
The Fall Virginia Horse Trials has an activity for every competitor this year. Some of the featured events are: The Chronicle of the Horse/USEA Eastern Adult Team Challenge, Area II Preliminary Championships, A College Team Challenge,Show Jumping Test, an (September 22, 2009)
Phillip Dutton and Jan Byyny's Inmidair Teamed Up To Win The CIC3* At Plantation Field Horse Trials
Several weeks ago Jan Byyny broke her foot in Phillip Dutton’s arena when the young horse she was schooling spooked and fell on her. So it was from the sidelines that she cheered as her horse, Inmidair, won the CIC*** at Plantation Field Horse Trials in U (September 21, 2009)
Riders Have Always Supported The Galway Downs International Three-Day Event
Temecula, Calif., Sept. 14, 2009—The 11th annual Galway Downs International Three-Day Event will climax the 2009 West Coast eventing season with three levels of three-day event competition on Oct. 30-Nov. 1. The Southern California Equestrian Center, on L (September 21, 2009)
Carolina Horse Park Celebrates 10th Anniversary With Fantastic Horse Trials
Raeford, NC. – Sunny skies and mild temperatures greeted competitors at the penultimate horse trial in the 10th year anniversary celebration of the Carolina Horse Park, Five Points Horse Trials, September 11-13. (September 19, 2009)
Stony Brook Farm FEH A Great Success!
On September 5th, Stony Brook Farm in Peterborough, NH hosted an IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Competition and a great time was had by all. Nine horses competed in the yearling, two-year-old, and three-year-old divisions and all entrants said they cannot (September 17, 2009)
2009 Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Final Wrap-Up
The 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships left a lasting legacy at the Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL. The weather was gorgeous, the atmosphere was festive, and the competitors put in their best efforts that resulted in a wond (September 17, 2009)
Day Two Wrap-Up Of The Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships
Day two of the Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships dawned clear at Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, Illinois with half of the riders competed in the dressage arenas while the upper levels headed across the street to tackle the cross-c (September 12, 2009)
Upper Levels First to Go At the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships
Six divisions of riders, ranging from Training through Advanced, were the first to compete in the dressage at the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships in Wayne, Illinois. Close to 400 competitors are entered to ride against their peers (September 10, 2009)
2009 Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Coverage
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Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Horses and Riders Ready for Competition to Kick-Off
There’s not a rain cloud in the sky as the final preparations for the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships were carried out at Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL today. The 6th annual event is slated to begin tomorrow morning wi (September 9, 2009)
Badminton and Kentucky Agree on Future Dates
The Organizers of the Mitsubishi Motors Badminton Horse Trials and the Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event have been able to avoid a clash of dates in the future. (September 8, 2009)
Mission Accomplished For Carousel Quest
Oliver Townend and Carousel Quest are the undisputed winners of this year’s Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials. Oliver couldn’t have dreamt of a better result. (September 7, 2009)
Oliver and Carousel Quest In Pursuit Of Burghley Win
The week continued as it started for Oliver Townend who after a clear and fast cross-country round with Carousel Quest maintained his lead at The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials. (September 6, 2009)
USEA Eventing Hall of Fame - Honorees for 2009 Announced
The USEA is proud to announce the five individuals and three horses who will be inducted into the USEA Eventing Hall of Fame during the USEA’s Annual Meeting and Convention in December. Bruce Davidson, Denis Glaccum, Kevin Freeman, David O’Connor, and E (September 4, 2009)
Send in Your FAQ's!
We all know that eventing can be a complicated sport, especially for someone who's just getting started. The USEA is currently working on revamping the FAQ section of our website in order to answer as many questions as possible about the USEA, your member (August 26, 2009)
Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Only Three Weeks Away!
Over 200 competitors are already entered to ride in the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships at Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL. Do you wish that you could participate in the Championships? Well you still can because there are (August 20, 2009)
Inaugural Future Event Horse Classes at Green Hill Park
Nearly ten of the finest young horses in southern and central Virginia turned out for the inaugural IDHSNA/USEA Future Event Horse Classes at the Green Hill Park Equestrian Center in Salem, Virginia. It was nearly a perfect day for Lauren Seitz as her thr (August 14, 2009)
USEA Members Receive Discount from Bit of Britain Saddlery
Don't forget to take advantage of the USEA Member Benefits from the AEC's new Title sponsor - Bit of Britain Saddlery and owner John Nunn. Read more for details.... (August 5, 2009)
2009 Bit of Britain/USEA AEC Tentative Schedule of Divisions
Have you made the great decision to attend the 2009 Bit of Britain/USEA American Eventing Championships, but don't know what plans to make? Well you are in luck! Below you will find the schedule of divisions for this year. (July 29, 2009)
Follow The USEA On Twitter and Facebook
The USEA has recently started Facebook pages dedicated to our new online magazine, Eventing USA 2.0, and our newly opened USEA Web Store. You can also follow the USEA on Twitter. (June 22, 2009)
Chattahoochee Hills to Host 2010-2012 USEA American Eventing Championships
The USEA is pleased to announce that its Board of Governors has awarded the 2010-2012 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) to Chattahoochee Hills Eventing in Fairburn, Georgia. This will be the third site to host the championships, which began in 20 (June 17, 2009)
Wash Bishop Obituary
Washington D. Bishop of Middleburg, Virginia passed away on May 9th, 2009. Wash was born on September 25, 1955 and grew up in Birmingham, Alabama. He was a loving father to his daughter Annie and her husband Robert Onda. (May 13, 2009)
USEA Continues Partnership with Charles Owen
The United States Eventing Association is proud to welcome back the Charles Owen as a long-time sponsor of the Instructors’ Certification Program. In addition to supporting this important educational program, Charles Owen helmets are the “Official Riding (April 8, 2009)
The Fork Horse Trials
The Fork Horse Trials will be limiting their entries this spring... (February 28, 2009)
Bit of Britain Welcomed as Title Sponsor of the American Eventing Championships
The USEA is pleased to announce that John Nunn's popular company Bit of Britain has signed on to become the title sponsorship for the American Eventing Championships. This is certainly a fitting match and this new partnership cements the USEA's fifteen-ye (February 9, 2009)
FEI Rule Changes Effective January 2009
To all Competitors entering FEI Competitions in 2009 and All Organizers of FEI Competitions in 2009: There have been several FEI rule changes pertaining to the Show Jumping phase of all FEI Competitions beginning January 1st, 2009. (January 26, 2009)
USEA Board of Governors and USEF Board of Directors Approve Proposed “Return To Play” Rule
Voted on at the USEF Convention, this rule change will prevent riders who have suffered unconsciousness or sustained concussions as a result of falls or accidents during competition or in competition warm-up arenas from returning to competition until they (January 26, 2009)
International High Performance Fees Now Effective For FEI Competition
The USEF Executive Committee has enacted a new International High Performance (IHP) fee structure for 2009 for all disciplines that compete in international (FEI) competitions. (January 26, 2009)
Dates and Locations Finalized for 2009 Eventing Training Sessions
Lexington, KY – The USEF has allocated the following dates and locations for the 2009 Eventing Training Sessions. Riders named to the 2009 Eventing Training List are invited to participate in these sessions with US Chef d'Equipe, Mark Phillips. Where spec (January 21, 2009)
USEA Area VIII Annual Meeting & Awards Dinner
Saturday February 7th, 2009 at the Columbus Zoo in Columbus,OH.... (January 20, 2009)
Import Restrictions Announced for Horses from Florida Entering Canada
Ottawa, ON—The Breeds & Industry Division of Equine Canada would like to inform all stakeholders of the Canadian horse industry that the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has imposed import restrictions on horses from Florida entering Canada due to a (November 4, 2008)
U.S.Eventing Association Receives 2008 Best of Leesburg Award
WASHINGTON D.C., October 29, 2008 -- U.S. Eventing Association has been selected for the 2008 Best of Leesburg Award in the Horses & Other Equines category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA). The USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Progra (October 29, 2008)
USEF Updates Eventing Qualifications
One of the most pressing issues raised at the USEF/USEA Safety Summit held in Lexington, KY on June 7-8, 2008 was the need to tighten qualifications for horse and riders to move up and remain at levels of recognized competition. (August 1, 2008)
Attention All Active Competitors, Officials, and Organizers
EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: the first fall of competitor, at obstacles, on the Cross-Country course will result in Elimination. (May 22, 2008)
Eleanor Brennan 1986-2007
Eleanor was born September 10, 1986 in the County of Surrey, England to Christine and Andrew, their beloved first born daughter. She lived in Wimbledon , London for her early years. She moved with her family to Albemarle County, Virginia, in the fa (November 17, 2007)
Cindy Burge Memorial ICP Grant
The Cindy Burge Memorial ICP Grant is offered each year by each USEA Area's Adult Rider Program to one (or more) of its Area's instructors who meet the grant's qualification standards and is selected as a recipient. These qualification standards include (March 14, 2007)
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