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Join the USET Foundation for “Aachen” — A Benefit To Support U.S. Equestrian Teams at the 2026 FEI World Championships

October 29, 2025 – Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is proud to announce “Aachen,” a benefit gala to support the U.S. equestrian teams heading to the 2026 FEI World Championships, which will be held at the legendary CHIO Aachen venue in Germany. The event will take place on Friday, January […]

U.S. Para Dressage Team Adds Win to Their Record at 2025 Tryon Fall CPEDI3*

Mill Spring, N.C. – The U.S. Para Dressage Team capped off another successful competition, earning a win and important experience at the FEI level. The team comprised a range of experience levels in both the athletes and horses, providing an excellent opportunity for the U.S. Para Dressage program to build on its strengths and bolster […]

US Equestrian Announces Para Dressage Team for the 2025 Tryon Fall Dressage III CPEDI3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at the 2025 Tryon Fall Dressage III CPEDI3*. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michael Assouline and Team Leader Laureen Johnson. The following combinations are listed in alphabetical order: Competition at the Tryon […]

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US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vejer de la Frontera CSIO3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vejer de la Frontera CSIO3*. The competition will take place as part of Circuito Hípico del Sol in Vejer de la Frontera, Spain, from October 22-26. The team will be led by […]

Eleanor Rudnicki Secures Top Honors in 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals-East Championship Aboard Qwantreau

Gladstone, N.J. – The 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – East concluded on Sunday at Hamilton Farms, home of the USET Foundation Headquarters, crowning Eleanor Rudnicki (Conroe, Texas) and Qwantreau champions after completion of the Phases III and IV.   The final day of competition aimed to test each combination’s ability to navigate […]

Eleanor Rudnicki and Qwantreau Lead After Phases I and II at 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals – East

Gladstone, N.J. – The 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals East began today with strong performances through Phase I and II of competition. A total of 37 combinations contested Phases I and II, hosted at the historic Hamilton Farms, home of the USET Foundation. After a competitive first day, Eleanor Rudnicki (Conroe, Texas) and Qwantreau […]

USET Foundation Performance Pathway Jumping Grant Recipients Help Capture Team Gold at Youth Nations Cup™ Final

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation congratulates the U.S. Young Rider jumping squad of Mia Bagnato, Alexa Elle Lignelli, Carlee McCutcheon, Olivia Sweetnam, and Skylar Wireman along with Chef d’Equipe Anne Kursinski, on winning team gold at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final 2025 in Lier, Belgium, on September 18-21. […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Longines League of Nations Final CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines League of Nations Final CSIO5* hosted in Barcelona, Spain, from October 3-5, at Real Club de Polo de Barcelona. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson.   The […]

Defender U.S. Driving Team Gains Valuable Experience at 2025 FEI World Championships for Combined Ponies

Le Pin au Haras, France – The Defender U.S. Driving Team saw two combinations complete the 2025 FEI World Championships for Combined Ponies hosted at the renowned Haras National du Pin Stud, in Le Pin au Haras, France. The team was led by Chef d’Equipe Jeff Legg, Team Veterinarian Dr. Crystal Riczu and Team Leader […]

U.S. Jumping Teams Mark Strong Week at FEI Youth Jumping Nations Cup Final with Podium Results in Young Rider and Junior Categories

Lier, Belgium – The U.S. Jumping Teams competing at the FEI Youth Jumping Nations Cup Final completed their week at Azelhof Horse Events in Lier, Belgium, with impressive results, finishing first in the Young Rider category, and third in the Junior category over three days of competition. The U.S. Jumping Young Rider Team finished on […]

U.S. Endurance Team Finishes Seventh Overall at 2025 FEI Endurance World Championship for Juniors and Young Riders in Romania

Buftea, Romania – The U.S. Endurance Team saw four horse-and-athlete combinations cross the finish line after the 120km ride to finish in seventh overall at the 2025 FEI Endurance World Championships for Juniors and Young Riders hosted by the Shagya Sports Club Association in Buftea, Romania. The athletes and their horses were supported by their […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Longines League of Nations St. Tropez CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines League of Nations St. Tropez CSIO5* hosted in St. Tropez, France, from September 18-21. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson. The following athletes have been […]

Tracy Bowman and Albrecht’s Hoeve’s Lars Win Silver at the 2025 FEI Para Driving World Championship

Lähden, Germany – It’s officially a hat trick for Tracy Bowman and Albrecht’s Hoeve’s Lars after they secured an individual silver medal at the 2025 FEI Para Driving World Championship. The pair will add their silver to a collection that includes individual gold medals from the championships in 2021 and 2023. Bowman (Martinez, Calif.) and […]

US Equestrian Announces Junior and Young Rider Teams to Represent U.S. Jumping at 2025 FEI Youth Jumping Nations Cup™ Final

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Teams at the 2025 FEI Youth Jumping Nations Cup Final hosted from September 19-21, in Lier, Belgium at Azelhof Equestrian Centre. The U.S. will field both a Junior Team and a Young Rider Team. Both teams will be […]

Updates Announced for 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce updates to the 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals. This year’s Finals will feature new format adjustments, including the addition of a horse inspection and an updated approach to the flat and gymnastics phases. Talent Search Finals – East will take place October 3-5, […]

Defender U.S. Driving Team Secures Eleventh at 2025 FEI Driving World Championship for Pair Horses; Arnold Earns Top Ten Finish

Beekbergen, Netherlands – The Defender U.S. Driving Team delivered promising performances this weekend at the 2025 FEI Driving World Championship for Pair Horses, finishing eleventh overall against a competitive international field. The team featured Jacob Arnold (Paris, Ky.), Taylor Bradish (Windsor, S.C.), and Vernon Helmuth (Hazelton, Iowa). Athletes and horses were supported onsite by Chef […]

Defender U.S. Eventing Team Earns Silver with Lauren Nicholson Topping the Podium Individually at FEI Eventing Nations Cup Arville CCIO4*-NC-S

Arville, Belgium – The Defender U.S. Eventing Team finished a successful outing at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup Arville CCIO4*-NC-S, taking silver as a team on a final team total of 112.7, while Lauren Nicholson and Larcot Z topped the class of 103 starting entries, finishing on a 31.7 and marking the pair’s second victory […]

USET Foundation Supports Equestrian Sport Through Competition Partners Program and Seeks 2026 Participants

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is proud to continue its collaboration with select premier high performance competitions across the country as part of its 2025 Competition Partners Program. As the philanthropic partner to US Equestrian (USEF), the USET Foundation is committed to ensuring that U.S. equestrian athletes and teams have the resources they […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Spruce Meadows CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Spruce Meadows CSIO5* hosted as part of the ‘Masters Tournament’ at Spruce Meadows in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. The competition will take place from September 2-7, 2025. The team will be led […]

USET Foundation Congratulates Its Performance Pathway Jumping Grant Recipients on Successful NAYC

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation congratulates the inaugural recipients of the newly established USET Foundation Performance Pathway Jumping Grant on their performances at the Gotham North/FEI North American Youth Jumping Championships (NAYC) presented by USHJA in Traverse City, MI, on July 29 through August 3, 2025. The grant is awarded to promising young jumping athletes to […]

U.S. Combinations Close Out Successful Week at 2025 FEI WBFSH Dressage World Breeding Championships for Young Horses

Verden, Germany – Two U.S. combinations gained valuable experience at the 2025 FEI WBFSH Dressage World Breeding Championships for Young Horses, held at the Turniergelände Verden in Verden, Germany. Hope Cooper and O Romeo S represented the U.S. in the six-year-old division, while Rebecca Rigdon and Stay Cool competed in the five-year-old division.    “I was […]

U.S. Vaulting Team Finishes 2025 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters with Several Top Ten Finishes

Stadl Paura, Austria – The U.S. Vaulting Team traveled to Austria this past week to compete at the 2025 FEI World Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters across five divisions. Over five days of top international competition, 19 vaulters entered the ring, representing the U.S., under the leadership of Chef d’Equipe Emma Garrod, Assistant Chef […]

U.S. Dressage Emerging Athletes Gain Global Insight on Trip to FEI Dressage European Championships for Young Riders and U25

Kronberg, Germany – A group of rising U.S. Dressage youth athletes recently embarked on a trip to Kronberg, Germany, where they had the opportunity to spectate at the 2025 FEI Dressage European Championships for Young Riders and U25. As part of the U.S. Dressage Emerging Athlete Program, the trip aimed to expose the Young Rider […]

US Equestrian Announces Defender U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Eventing Nations Cup Arville CCIO4*-NC-S

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the horse-and-athlete combinations selected to represent the Defender U.S. Eventing Team at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup Arville CCIO4*-NC-S hosted in Arville, Belgium, from August 13-17, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law and Team Leader Christina Vaughn. The following horse and […]

U.S. Jumping Team Tops Podium in FEI Jumping Nations Cup Traverse City CSIO3*

Traverse City, Mich. – The U.S. Jumping Team finished with a win in the $75,000 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Traverse City CSIO3*, topping the podium with a final team total of four faults, after a nail-biting jump-off with Ireland. Canada rounded out the top three podium positions finishing on eight faults. “I’m thankful we had […]

USET Foundation Awards Inaugural Performance Pathway Jumping Grants To Support Young Athletes at FEI North American Youth Championships

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is proud to announce that several promising young jumping athletes have been selected as the first recipients of the newly established USET Foundation Performance Pathway Jumping Grant, made possible thanks to Dr. Jennifer Gates Nassar, Nayel Nassar, and their team at Evergate Stables. Among the […]

U.S. Jumping Team Finishes Fantastic Week in Canada with Wins in FEI Jumping Nations Cup Caledon CSIO3* and Grand Prix of Caledon

Caledon, Ontario, Canada – The U.S. Jumping Team finished an excellent week of competition in at the Caledon Equestrian Park, in Caledon, ON, Canada, earning a victory in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Caledon CSIO3* and securing an individual win in the $90,000 Grand Prix of Caledon CSIO3* with Marilyn Little and La Contessa stealing […]

USA Endurance Secures Individual Podium Finish in Junior/Young Rider Championship at 2025 FEI Endurance Pan American Championships

Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil – The U.S. Endurance Team successfully finished three horse-and-athlete combinations through the 120km ride at the 2025 FEI Endurance Pan American Championship hosted at Haras Albar, in Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil. The U.S. Endurance Team was led by Team Chef d’Equipe Lisanne Dorion and supported by Team Veterinarian Dr. Olivia Rudolphi, […]

USET Foundation Highlights 2025 Competition Partners Program Participants

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has partnered with select high performance shows in the United States as part of its 2025 competition partners program. As the philanthropic partner to US Equestrian (USEF), the USET Foundation’s mission is to ensure U.S. equestrian athletes and teams have the resources necessary to maintain […]

U.S. Jumping Team Takes Second in Agria Jumping Nations Cup Falsterbo CSIO5*

Falsterbo, Sweden – The U.S. Jumping Team earned a second-place podium finish in the Agria Jumping Nations Cup Falsterbo CSIO5*, finishing just behind the host nation of Sweden. The team completed the day on a two-round total of eight faults, with Sweden taking the win on four faults, and Ireland earning third place on eight […]

US Equestrian Announces Athletes for 2025 FEI Driving World Championships for Combined Ponies

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the ranking of individual athletes selected to represent the U.S. at the 2025 FEI Driving World Championship for Combined Ponies subject to confirming the allocation of entries from the organizer. The championship will take place Sept. 17-21, 2025, at Le Pin au Haras, France. The following […]

US Equestrian Announces Athletes for 2025 FEI Para Driving World Championships

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. at the 2025 FEI Para Driving World Championships. The championships will take place Sept. 4-7, 2025, in Lähden, Germany. The following athletes have been selected to represent the U.S. Para Driving Team and are listed in alphabetical order: The […]

US Equestrian Announces Athletes for 2025 FEI Driving World Championship for Pair Horses

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the Defender U.S. Driving Team at the 2025 FEI Driving World Championship for Pair Horses. The championship will take place August 20-24, 2025, in Beekbergen, Netherlands. The following combinations have been selected to represent the Defender US Driving Team and are […]

Laura Kraut and Baloutinue Earn Podium Finish in Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO5*

Aachen, Germany – Laura Kraut and Baloutinue delivered a standout performance in the Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO5* closing out a week of elite international competition on a high note for the U.S. Jumping Team athletes. The pair finished in second place after jumping three faultless rounds on the final day of competition in […]

Defender U.S. Eventing Team Secures Second Place in Thrilling UBS-Cup CCIO4*-S at Aachen

Aachen, Germany – The Defender U.S. Eventing Team earned a podium finish in the UBS-Cup CCIO4-S* following a decisive cross-country phase in front of an energetic German crowd at the historic grounds of CHIO Aachen. Led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law, the team’s efforts across all three phases helped propel the team to a final score […]

Defender U.S. Eventing Team Holds Fourth Place with Cross-Country Ahead in UBS-Cup CCIO4*-S

Aachen, Germany – The Defender U.S. Eventing Team completed the first two phases of competition at the prestigious CHIO Aachen UBS-Cup CCIO4*-S. The four U.S. combinations produced competitive efforts in both dressage and show jumping phases, positioning the team in fourth place overall on a total score of 107.6 penalties heading into tomorrow’s final phase. […]

U.S. Jumping Team Hoists Trophy in Historic Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5*

Aachen, Germany –  The U.S. Jumping Team delivered a tremendous performance in the Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5*, finishing atop the podium after two competitive rounds to complete the night on a team total of just four faults. “Aachen is the mecca of show jumping. It’s one of the greatest shows in the world. This team […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations Selected to Represent U.S. Dressage in U25 Division at 2025 Discover Dressage/FEI North American Youth Dressage Championships presented by USDF

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete and horse combinations selected to represent U.S. Dressage in the U25 division at the 2025 Discover Dressage/FEI North American Youth Dressage Championships presented by USDF, hosted at Flintfields Horse Park in Williamsburg, Mich., from July 29-August 3, 2025. The athletes will be supported by […]

Champions Crowned at 2025 USEF Eventing Young Rider Championships

Adamstown, Md. – The Sunday awards ceremonies marked the end to a very successful 2025 USEF Eventing Young Rider Championships, with three individuals across the CCI1*, CCIYJ2*-S, and CCI3U25*-S, and two teams crowned champion. The Championships were hosted by The Maryland International & Horse Trials at Loch Moy Farm, and courses designed by Andrew Heffernan […]

U.S. Vaulting Athletes Deliver Strong Showing at 2025 CHIO Aachen CVIO4*

Aachen, Germany – The U.S. Vaulting Team completed competition at CHIO Aachen CVIO4* this weekend with solid performances across the Individual Female and Male divisions. Competing against impressive international talent in the Albert Vahle Arena, U.S. vaulters delivered athletic and well-executed choreography, continuing to build momentum and experience on the world stage.   In the Individual […]

US Equestrian Announces Athletes Selected to Represent U.S. Endurance Team for 2025 FEI Endurance World Championship for Juniors and Young Riders

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete and horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Endurance Team for the 2025 FEI Endurance World Championship for Juniors and Young Riders. The championship will take place in Buftea, Romania, on September 20, 2025.  The following athletes and horse combinations have been selected to […]

US Equestrian Announces Athletes Selected to U.S. Jumping Team for Jumping Nations Cup Caledon CSIO3* and Traverse City CSIO3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Jumping Nations Cup Caledon CSIO3*, hosted at Caledon Equestrian Park in Caledon, Ontario, Canada, from July 16-19, 2025, as well as the Jumping Nations Cup Traverse City CSIO3* hosted at Flintfields Horse Park in Williamsburg, […]

July 11 Deadline: Final Call for NAYC Jumping Athlete Applications to USET Foundation’s Performance Pathway Grant Program

In March, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation, the philanthropic partner of US Equestrian (USEF), announced the launch of the USET Foundation Performance Pathway Grant Program, an initiative aimed at ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder up-and-coming U.S. jumping athletes from representing the United States on the world stage. Jumping athletes who are […]

US Equestrian Announces Athletes Selected to U.S. Jumping Team for CHIO Aachen

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at CHIO Aachen, hosted in Aachen, Germany, from June 27-July 6, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson.  The following athletes have been selected to represent the U.S. Jumping […]

U.S. Jumping Team Finishes in Fifth Place in the Longines League of Nations™ Rotterdam CSIO5*-LLN

Rotterdam, Netherlands – The U.S. Jumping Team finished fifth in the third leg of the Longines League of Nations™ at CHIO Rotterdam in Rotterdam, Netherlands. The home nation took home the win on ten total faults, with France finishing in second with 13 faults, and Great Britain in third on 16 faults.  Round one was led off by Karl Cook […]

US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for 2025 CHIO Aachen CDIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team at CHIO Aachen in the CHIO Aachen Nations Cup CDIO5* hosted in Aachen, Germany, from July 2-5, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Christine Traurig and Team Leader Laura Roberts.  The following […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Vaulting Team for 2025 FEI World Vaulting Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Vaulting Team at the 2025 FEI World Vaulting Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters. The championships will be held in Stadl Paura, Austria, from July 30 – August 3, 2025. The U.S. Vaulting Team will be led by Chef d’Equipe […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Endurance Team and Young Riders for the 2025 FEI Endurance Pan American Championships

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes and horse combinations selected to compete on the U.S. Endurance Team and individually at the 2025 FEI Pan American Endurance Championships. Both Pan Am Championships will take place July 18, 2025, at Haras Albar, in Campinas, São Paulo, Brazil.  The following athletes and horse […]

U.S. Para Dressage Team Finishes Second at Covalliero Dressage Days CPEDI3*

Hagen, Germany – The U.S. Para Dressage Team started their European competition season with a podium finish at The Covalliero Dressage Days CPEDI3* hosted in Hagen, Germany, from June 5-8, 2025. The team consisted of Fiona Howard and Diamond Dunes, Cynthia Screnci and For Memory 4, and Kate Shoemaker aboard Vianne, and was led by […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Longines League of Nations™ Rotterdam CSIO5*-LLN

Lexington, Ky.  – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines League of Nations™ Rotterdam CSIO5*-LLN in Rotterdam, Netherlands, hosted at CHIO Rotterdam from June 18-22, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson.   The following athletes […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Vaulting Team for 2025 CHIO Aachen CVIO4*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes who will represent the U.S. Vaulting Team in Individual Female and Individual Male competition at the 2025 CHIO Aachen CVIO4*.   The following athletes have been selected to the U.S. Vaulting Team and are listed in alphabetical order:  Individual Female:  Individual Male:  Competition InformationThe 2025 […]

U.S. Jumping Team Finishes Ninth in Jumping Nation Cup La Baule CSIO5*

La Baule, France – The U.S. Jumping Team finished ninth in the Jumping Nations Cup of La Baule CSIO5* in La Baule, France, after completing the first round on a score of 13. The course was designed by renowned designer Grégory Bodo (FRA) on the beautifully manicured grass of Jumping International La Baule, which featured […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations Selected to U.S. Para Dressage Team for Hagen CPEDI3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete and horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at The Covalliero Dressage Days CPEDI3* hosted in Hagen, Germany. The CPEDI will be held June 5-8, 2025, and will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline.   “The Hagen show will be […]

U.S. Jumping Team Finishes Fourth in 2025 Jumping Nations Cup Langley CSIO4*

Langley, British Columbia – The U.S. Jumping Team delivered a determined performance at the 2025 Jumping Nations Cup Langley CSIO4*, hosted at Thunderbird Show Park, finishing in fourth on a score of 20 faults with the international field including teams from the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Ireland. The U.S. Jumping Team finished the competition […]

US Equestrian and USET Foundation: Fueling Dreams, Forging Champions

Gladstone, NJ, and Lexington, KY – With three U.S. equestrian athletes ranked world number one, the United States continues to prove its strength on the global stage. U.S. Olympic jumping athlete Kent Farrington, U.S. Olympic eventing athlete Boyd Martin, and U.S. Paralympic dressage athlete Fiona Howard all hold the top spot in the FEI World […]

US Equestrian Announces Defender U.S. Eventing Team for 2025 CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the Defender U.S. Eventing Team at CHIO Aachen in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup CCIO4*-S hosted in Aachen, Germany, from July 2-5, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law and Team Leader Christina Vaughn.  The following combinations […]

Defender U.S. Eventing Team Takes Second in FEI Eventing Nations Cup Bicton CCIO4*-NC-S

Bicton, Great Britain – The Defender U.S. Eventing Team secured a well-earned podium finish in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup CCIO4*-S hosted in Bicton, Great Britain. The team completed the weekend on a team total of 132.9, with Jenny Caras and Sommersby finishing as the highest placed U.S. combination individually in 10th on a 39.4. […]

U.S. Jumping Team Takes Fifth in LONGINES EEF Nations Cup Martofte CSIO3*

Martofte, Denmark – The U.S. Jumping Team started their European CSIO3* Tour at the 2025 LONGINES EEF Nations Cup Martofte CSIO3*, held at Stutteri Ask og Blue Hors in Martofte, Denmark, finishing fifth out of thirteen competitive teams. Under the leadership of Chef d’Equipe Anne Kursinski and Team Leader Erin Keating, the team concluded the […]

U.S. Jumping Team Victorious in Jumping Nations of Cup of Rome CSIO5*

Rome, Italy – The U.S. Jumping Team finished with an impressive finish to top the podium in the Jumping Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5* hosted at the Piazza di Siena in the heart of Itay’s capital city. The team finished on a two-round total of four faults, notching their first victory as a team at […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Jumping Nations Cup Langley CSIO4*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Langley CSIO4*. The competition will be hosted at Thunderbird Show Park in Langley, British Columbia, Canada, from May 28 – June 1, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe […]

US Equestrian Announces Updates to USA Dressage Pathway Programs

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce updated program member lists to the USA Dressage Pathway Program, encompassing the USA Dressage Elite, Pre-Elite, Development, Emerging Young Horse and Youth programs for dressage athletes in the United States. These program lists are established based on competition results within the past 12 months and are supported by Christine […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations for the 2025 U.S. Eventing European Development Tour Including Defender U.S. Eventing Team for the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Bicton CCIO4*-NC-S

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected for the 2025 U.S. Eventing European Development Tour, including those selected to represent the Defender U.S. Eventing Team in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup Bicton CCIO4*-NC-S, held at Bicton Arena in Devon, England from May 22-25. The objective of the annual tour […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Jumping Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. — US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Jumping Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5* hosted at the Piazza di Siena in Rome, Italy, from May 22-25, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson.  The following […]

U.S. Para Dressage Team Secures Third Consecutive Win of 2025 Season at TerraNova CPEDI3*

Lexington, Ky. – The U.S. Para Dressage Team concluded competition this weekend at the TerraNova CPEDI3* with a victory and each team combination consistently earning high marks in their respective grades. This win marks the team’s third consecutive triumph of the 2025 season. The team, led by U.S. Para Dressage Team Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline, […]

USET Foundation Welcomes Additional 2025 Competition Partners Program Participants

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is delighted to welcome additional select high performance U.S. shows to the roster of partner events for the 2025 season as part of its competition partners program. As the philanthropic partner to US Equestrian (USEF), the USET Foundation’s mission is to ensure U.S. equestrian athletes and teams have […]

James Alliston and Karma Awarded USET Foundation’s 2025 Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grant

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced that the 2025 Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grant was awarded to eventer James Alliston of San Ramon, California. The national grants are provided by the USET Foundation through the generosity of USET Foundation Honorary Trustee Jacqueline B. Mars, with the aim […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Para Dressage Team for the TerraNova CPEDI3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at the TerraNova CPEDI3* hosted in Myakka City, Fla. The CPEDI3* will run from May 1-4, 2025, with the team being led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline and Team Leader Laureen Johnson.  The following combinations will […]

US Equestrian Announces Athletes Selected to U.S. Jumping Team European CSIO3* Tour

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team in their spring European CSIO3* tour. The team is set to compete in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Denmark CSIO3* in Martofte, Denmark, from May 21-25, and the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Norway CSIO3* in Drammen, Norway, from […]

USET Foundation Exceeds Goal and Raises More Than $140,170 on Giving Day, Bolstering the Future of U.S. Equestrian Sport

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is thrilled to announce that it has raised more than $140,170 during this year’s “Building for the Future” Giving Day on April 17, surpassing its $110,000 fundraising goal. With extraordinary support from individuals across the country and a generous match from the USET Foundation’s Board […]

Martin and Commando 3 Earn Defender/USEF CCI5*-L Eventing National Championship as Top U.S. Pair at 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™

Lexington, Ky. — The thrilling show jumping phase brought the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™ to a close on Sunday with Michael Jung (GER) and fischerChipmunk FRH finishing atop the podium for the CCI5*-L. Boyd Martin and Commando 3 completed the weekend as the top U.S. combination on the leaderboard, taking […]

US Equestrian Names Combinations Selected to Represent 2025 U.S. Dressage European Young Rider and U25 Tour

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the following athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the 2025 U.S. Dressage European Young Rider Tour and U.S. Dressage European U25 Tour. The athletes will be led by George Williams, the USEF Dressage High Performance Pathway Development Advisor and Youth Coach.   “I’m proud of these young […]

There’s Still Time To Support U.S. Developing Equestrian Athletes!

Gladstone, NJ – Give by 11:59 PM EDT for Matched Donations We have reached two-thirds of the $110,000 goal for the USET Foundation’s “Building for the Future” Giving Day. With extraordinary support from individuals across the country and a generous match from the USET Foundation’s Board of Trustees and National Advisory Committee members, the USET […]

USET Foundation Giving Day Is Here

Gladstone, NJ – Today is Building for the Future: USET Foundation Giving Day — a 24-hour celebration of opportunity, potential, and the bright future of U.S. equestrian sport. As the philanthropic partner of US Equestrian (USEF), the USET Foundation is dedicated to supporting the competition, training, coaching, travel, and educational needs of our country’s developing […]

USET Foundation Giving Day is Nearly Here

Gladstone, NJ – This Thursday, April 17, marks Building for the Future: USET Foundation Giving Day — a special opportunity to come together and support the future of U.S. equestrian sport. This year’s Giving Day will support the High Performance Developing Athlete Fund. This fund helps fuel US Equestrian (USEF) High Performance Pathway Programs, which are […]

Kimmy Palmer Earns Fifth Overall in FEI Vaulting World Cup™ Final

Basel, Switzerland – Kimmy Palmer performed a beautiful freestyle today to earn an 8.227 in the Individual Women’s Freestyle secure a top five finish in the FEI Vaulting World Cup Final in Basel. Palmer and Rosenstalz 99 were elegant and fluid in the execution of their freestyle, which received a 9.0 and a 9.113 for […]

Katie Dinan & Out of the Blue SCF Finish as Highest-Placed U.S. Combination in 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup Final After Jumping Only Double Clear Effort of Round III

Basel, Switzerland – Katie Dinan and Out of the Blue SCF finished as the highest-placed U.S. combination to conclude the 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup Final, taking eighth overall after three competitive days of elite jumping competition. Lillie Keenan and Kick On took eleventh, while both Kristen Vanderveen aboard Bull Run’s Jireh and Kaitlin Campbell […]

U.S. Vaulting Takes Center Stage at FEI Vaulting World Cup™ Final in Basel

Basel, Switzerland – The three U.S. Vaulting combinations took center stage this morning in Basel, Switzerland, showcasing the Technical Tests for both the individual female and male competitors. Kimberly Palmer is the highest-placed U.S. athlete and currently holds fifth overall heading into tomorrow’s freestyle in the individual female division. “Today didn’t go quite as planned, […]

Kevin Kohmann and Duenensee Finish as Highest Placed U.S. Partnership in FEI Grand Prix Freestyle to Conclude Dressage Competition at 2025 FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final

Basel, Switzerland – Kevin Kohmann and Duenensee finished as the highest placed U.S. combination in the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle, taking tenth overall with a 75.535% to conclude dressage competition at the 2025 FEI Dressage World Cup Final. Genay Vaughn and Gino ended their first World Cup experience with a strong finish, receiving a 73.765%, […]

Alessandra Volpi and Gipsy Love Continue U.S. Push for Podium at 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final

Basel, Switzerland – Alessandra Volpi and Gipsy Love stamped their mark on the second day of jumping competition at the 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup Final in Basel, Switzerland, earning third place and stopping the timers in 45.78 seconds to move up to seventh in the overall standings. Lillie Keenan and Kick On also remain in the […]

Adrienne Lyle and Helix Finish Top Ten in FEI Grand Prix with U.S. Combinations Looking Ahead to Highlight FEI Grand Prix Freestyle in Basel

Basel, Switzerland – U.S. veteran Adrienne Lyle guided her Paris Olympic mount Helix to a top ten finish in the FEI Grand Prix class on the first day of the 2025 FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final. The pair earned a 72.565% from the judging panel to take ninth overall in the class of 17 entries. […]

Lillie Keenan and Kick On Lead the Way as U.S. Jumping Finishes First Day of FEI Jumping World Cup Final with Three Combinations Inside Top Twelve

Basel, Switzerland – Lillie Keenan and Kick On put the U.S. on the podium in Round I of the 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup Final, leading the U.S. contingent looking ahead to the second round of the individual final tomorrow. The pair finished third overall in the competitive class, stopping the timers in 60.69 seconds, […]

US Equestrian Announces Vaulting Athletes Selected to Short List for 2025 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters

Lexington, Ky. –  US Equestrian is pleased to recognize the vaulting athletes named to the short list for the 2025 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters to be held in Stadl Paura, Austria, from July 30 – August 3, 2025. The U.S. Vaulting Team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Emma Seely.  […]

USET Foundation Launches Performance Pathway Grant Program To Provide Funding for Talented Jumping Athletes

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation, the philanthropic partner to US Equestrian (USEF), is proud to announce the launch of the USET Foundation Performance Pathway Grant Program, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder American equestrian athletes from representing the United States on the world stage. This program […]

U.S. Jumping Team Takes Longines League of Nations™ Ocala CSIO5* to The Wire For Major Win

Ocala, Fla. – The U.S. Jumping Team capped a superb performance under the lights to earn a coveted victory under the lights at the Longines League of Nations Ocala CSIO5* hosted at World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Fla. The team finished on just four faults at the conclusion of competition in a nail-biting finish with […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations for 2025 FEI World Cup™ Finals for Dressage, Jumping, and Vaulting

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations who will represent the United States at the 2025 FEI World Cup™ Finals hosted in Basel, Switzerland, from April 2-6, 2025. The FEI World Cup Finals are held annually as an international individual final and will feature the disicplines of dressage, jumping, and vaulting across four […]

USET Foundation Welcomes 2025 Competition Partners Program Participants

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has partnered with select high performance U.S. shows for the 2025 season as part of its competition partners program. As the philanthropic partner to US Equestrian (USEF), the USET Foundation’s mission is to ensure U.S. equestrian athletes and teams have the resources necessary to maintain excellence on the […]

U.S. Para Dressage Team Continues Winning Streak at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 9 CPEDI3*

Lexington, Ky. – The U.S. Para Dressage Team continued its winning streak in 2025, securing a second team victory at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 9 CPEDI3* this past weekend. The team, composed of Fiona Howard and Diamond Dunes, Hannah Kingsley and Sir Chipoli, Cynthia Screnci and For Memory 4, and Marie Vonderheyden and Fan […]

Eventing Athlete Julie Wolfert Receives USET Foundation’s 2025 Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant for 2025 to eventing athlete Julie Wolfert of Bucyrus, Kansas. As the philanthropic partner to US Equestrian (USEF), the USET Foundation’s singular mission is to ensure U.S. equestrian athletes and teams have the resources necessary to maintain excellence […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Para Dressage Team for CPEDI3* at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival Week 9

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at the CPEDI3*. The CPEDI3* will take place March 6-9, 2025, at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival Week 9.  The following combinations are listed in alphabetical order:  Competition will take place as follows:  Click […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Longines League of Nations™ Ocala CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines League of Nations™ Ocala CSIO5*-LLN in Ocala, Fla., hosted at the World Equestrian Center from March 19-23, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson. The following […]

The USET Foundation and US Equestrian Celebrate an Exciting Night for USA Jumping and Honor 2024 Olympians and Paralympians

Wellington, FL – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation and US Equestrian (USEF) hosted a reception in The Wellington Club at Wellington International in Wellington, Florida, on Saturday, March 1, 2025, to cheer on the U.S. Jumping Team competing in the $150,000 CSIO4* Nations Cup, presented by Florida Coast Equipment. It was an exciting […]

U.S. Jumping Team Takes Victory on Home Soil in FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

Lexington, Ky. – The U.S Jumping Team finished celebrating atop the podium at the first team event in the U.S. this season, completing the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* on a team total of five faults for the win. The Irish took second on a two-round total of 12 faults, followed by the Belgium […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* hosted at Wellington International in Wellington, Fla., from February 25-March 2, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson.  The following […]

Erin Nichols and Elian Royale Clinch Fourth Place in FEI Grand Prix Special on Final Day of 2025 FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3*

Wellington, Fla. – The individual competition of the 2025 FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3* continued Saturday at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., marking the final class of the FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3*. Two U.S. combinations competed in the Starpoint Dancesport FEI Grand Prix Special CDIO3* with Erin Nichols and Elian Royale […]

Devon Kane and Vamos Dance Under the Lights to Earn Bronze at 2025 FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3*

Wellington, Fla. – Individual competition in the 2025 FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3* began on Friday evening with the highlight “Friday Night Stars” competition hosted at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla. The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team was represented in the Starpoint Dancesport FEI Nations Cup FEI Grand Prix Freestyle CDIO3* by two […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Secures Silver in 2025 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

Wellington, Fla. – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team demonstrated a commendable silver-medal winning performance in the FEI Grand Prix for the FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3*. Under the guidance of Chef d’Equipe Christine Traurig, the team of Devon Kane and Vamos, Kevin Kohmann and Giulietta, Erin Nichols and Elian Royale, and Jennifer Williams […]

Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Gears Up for 2025 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

Wellington, Fla. – The horse inspection for the FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3* set the scene for an exciting week of competition at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., from February 20-23, 2025. Teams from five countries— the U.S., Canada, Germany, Australia, and Sweden— will compete.  The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team, […]

U.S. Jumping Team Start 2025 Longines League of Nations™ Season with Strong Effort in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – The U.S. Jumping Team faced a challenging start in the first round of the 2025 Longines League of Nations Abu Dhabi CSIO5*, finishing in tenth after the first team rotation on 16 faults and missing qualification for the second round. With the top eight teams advancing from the first round, the […]

US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for 2025 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent the Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team at the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3* during the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., from Feb. 19-23, 2025. This will be the first team outing of the 2025 competition season for the […]

USET Foundation Elects Ellen Ahearn, Terri Kane, Rowan O’Riley, and Angela Vogel To Board of Trustees

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced that Ellen Ahearn, Terri Kane, Rowan O’Riley, and Angela Vogel were elected to the Board of Trustees at the Annual Meeting of the Board in January 2025. “We are thrilled to welcome Ellen, Terri, Rowan, and Angela as new members of our Board of Trustees,” said USET […]

USET Foundation and US Equestrian “Building the Pathway” Event Educates Emerging Talent

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation and US Equestrian (USEF) hosted educational and inspirational sessions for developing jumping athletes across two days at its “Building the Pathway Reception and Course Walk” event at the Desert International Horse Park (DIHP) in Thermal, California, on January 31 and February 1, 2025. As the […]

USET Foundation Awards Relief Grant to Fleet of Angels To Assist Horses Affected by Southern California Wildfires

Gladstone, NJ – In the wake of the devastation caused by the recent wildfires in Southern California, The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded a $25,000 grant to Fleet of Angels to support relief efforts for the equestrian community that has been impacted by this disaster. Funds from the grant will help Fleet […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Longines League of Nations™ Abu Dhabi CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. — US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete and horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines League of Nations™ Abu Dhabi CSIO5*-LLN in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, from February 12-15, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson.  […]

U.S. Para Dressage Team Takes First Victory of Season in AGDF 3 CPEDI3*

Wellington, Fla. – The U.S. Para Dressage Team capped off a successful first team outing of the year, earning a team victory in the AGDF 3 CPEDI3* hosted at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, Fla. The team finished on a team total of 423.354, with strong performances from Paralympian Kate Shoemaker and […]

US Equestrian Announces First U.S. Para Dressage Team of 2025 Competition Season

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete and horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at the first CPEDI3* of the 2025 season hosted at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., from January 23– 26. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline and […]

USET Foundation Honors Steadfast Gold Medal Club Anniversary Donors

January 19, 2025 – Wellington, FL – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation recognized some of its longest-standing and loyal donors at its Gold Medal Club reception held on January 17, 2025, at the National Polo Center in Wellington, Florida.  Established in 1980, the USET Foundation’s Gold Medal Club honors individuals who contribute $1,000 […]

Patti Scialfa Springsteen and Zacharie Vinios Honored With 2025 R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award by USET Foundation

Wellington, FL – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation presented the R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award to Patti Scialfa Springsteen and Zacharie Vinios at its Gold Medal Club reception held on January 17, 2025, at the National Polo Center in Wellington, Florida.  The honor pays homage to the late Mr. Duchossois by annually […]

USET Foundation Awards Triple Paralympic Gold Medalist Rebecca Hart the 2025 Whitney Stone Cup

Wellington, FL – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation presented the 2025 Whitney Stone Cup to the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games triple gold medalist Rebecca Hart at its Gold Medal Club reception held on January 17, 2025, at the National Polo Center in Wellington, Florida. The award acknowledges the para dressage athlete as an […]

Prolific Young Rider Kat Fuqua Named 2025 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy Recipient

Wellington, FL – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation awarded the 2025 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy to rising dressage and jumping athlete Kat Fuqua at its Gold Medal Club reception held on January 17, 2025, at the National Polo Center in Wellington, Florida. The award is presented annually to a junior or young rider in […]

Kara Pinato Scro Joins USET Foundation as Assistant Executive Director

January 7, 2025 The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced that Kara Pinato Scro has joined the organization as Assistant Executive Director. In this newly created role reporting to Executive Director Bonnie Jenkins, Scro will oversee the delivery of the organization’s programs and ensure its goals are met. As the philanthropic partner to US […]

Sharon White and Jaguars Duende Awarded the USET Foundation’s Connaught Grant in Memory of R. Bruce Duchossois

Gladstone, NJ — The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has named Sharon White and her eight-year-old Westphalian mare Jaguars Duende (by Jaguar Mail x Lancaster) the recipients of the 2025 Connaught Grant. Each year, the USET Foundation administers up to $25,000 to a developing horse seen as a potential future candidate to represent the […]

Avery Glynn Triumphs in the Desert as the Winner of the 2024 Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals – West

By US Equestrian Communications Department The 2024 Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals – West ended in exciting fashion at Desert International Horse Park in Thermal, California on Sunday. The event saw junior and young rider athletes vie for the prestigious title after completing Phases III and IV. During Phase III, the competitors tackled a jumper-style […]

Taylor Cawley Shines Bright as the Winner of the Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals – East

By US Equestrian Communications Department The 2024 Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals – East wrapped up on Sunday at the USET Foundation Headquarters, crowning Taylor Cawley as the winner after Phases III and IV. During Phase III, athletes tackled a jumper-style course under the supervisions of judges Nicole Shahinian-Simpson and Ellen Raidt, with scores doubled for the overall […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Takes Sixth in Longines League of Nations™ Jumping Final

Barcelona, Spain – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team finished the inaugural 2024 Longines League of Nations season with a sixth-place finish in the final competition of the year – the Longines League of Nations Final – hosted in Barcelona, Spain. The top eight teams from the qualifying season earned an invite to the series final, […]

U.S. Dressage Team Multi-Medalist Suppenkasper to Retire from Competition

Woodside, Calif. – Akiko Yamazaki and Four Winds Farm have announced the retirement of Suppenkasper, a staple of the U.S. Dressage Team for the past six years. Ridden by six-time Olympian Steffen Peters, Suppenkasper represented the U.S. Dressage Team at two World Championships, two Olympics, an FEI Dressage World Cup Final, and numerous Nations Cup […]

U.S. Jumping Teams Finish Successful Week at 2024 FEI Nations Cup Youth Jumping Final with the U.S. Junior Jumping Team Taking First Overall and the U.S. Young Rider Jumping Team Finishing Fifth

Lier, Belgium – The U.S. Young Rider and Junior Jumping Teams completed their final day of competition at the FEI Nations Cup Youth Jumping Final after both teams earned qualifying spots via two separate qualifiers earlier in the week to contest Sunday’s final event. The U.S. Junior Jumping Team impressed all week with strong performances […]

Chester Weber Wins Bronze at 2024 FEI Driving World Championship for Four-in-Hand Horses

Szilvásvárad, Hungary – Chester Weber earned an individual podium finish for the Defender U.S. Driving Team at the 2024 FEI Driving World Championship for Four-in-Hand Horses this week, clinching the bronze medal. The competition, held at Hungary’s State Stud Farm at Szilvásvárad Sept. 4-8, 2024, started out with a bang for Weber (Ocala, Fla.), whose […]

Rebecca Hart and Floratina Finish Paris 2024 Games as Triple Gold Medalists

Versailles, France – Rebecca Hart (Grade III) and Floratina concluded competition at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games with an incredible freestyle, earning a personal best score of 83.534% to stand atop the podium in the Grade III FEI Grand Prix Freestyle. Hart and Howard both finished the Games as triple gold medalists for Team USA. More news […]

Fiona Howard and Diamond Dunes Finish Paris 2024 with Third Consecutive Gold Medal in Paralympic Debut

Versailles, France – Fiona Howard (Grade II) and Diamond Dunes secured their third consecutive gold medal of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, taking top honors in the Grade II FEI Grand Prix Freestyle with personal best score of 81.994%. The pair’s freestyle was choreographed to music from the movie Avatar. More news to follow.  Keep up […]

Kate Shoemaker and Vianne Secure Individual Bronze in Grade IV FEI Grand Prix Freestyle at Paris 2024

Versailles, France – Kate Shoemaker (Grade IV) and Vianne earned their first individual medal of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, taking third overall in the Grade IV FEI Grand Prix Freestyle with a score of 80.170%. This is a personal-best score for the pair in the freestyle, which was choreographed to the music from the movie […]

U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team Earns Historic Gold in Team Final at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Versailles, France – The U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team continued to make their mark in history at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, securing their second consecutive Paralympic team medal – this time standing atop the podium with a historic team gold. The team combinations comprised of Rebecca Hart and Floratina (Grade III), Fiona Howard and Diamond Dunes […]

US Equestrian Announces Defender U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Netherlands CCIO4*-NC-L

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations who will represent the United States at the final FEI Eventing Nations Cup of the year hosted at the Military Boekelo in Enschede, Netherlands from October 9-13, 2024. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello and Team Leader Gemma Stobbs. Participating combinations […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations to Contest Team Competition at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Versailles, France – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the three combinations who will represent the U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in team competition for medals beginning tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 6. at 9:30 a.m. GMT+2/3:30 a.m. ET with Grade IV competition. The following combinations will represent the U.S. Paralympic Dressage […]

Kate Shoemaker and Vianne Finish Fifth in Grade IV FEI Grand Prix Test A at Paris 2024

Versailles, France – With three U.S. combinations completing their first individual test yesterday at the equestrian grounds of the Palace of Versailles, Paralympian Kate Shoemaker and Vianne were the only U.S. combination to compete on Wednesday. The pair finished fifth overall in the competitive Grade IV FEI Grand Prix Test A, which saw 15 international combinations vie […]

U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team Sets Competitive Tone on First Day of Individual Competition at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Versailles, France – The U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team completed a tremendous first day of competition to begin their campaign at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Three combinations took to the main stadium to compete in their first tests of the competition, capturing three individual medals in their respective grades. Rebecca Hart aboard Floratina, and Fiona Howard […]

Roxanne Trunnell and Fan Tastico H Capture Individual Silver in Grade I FEI Grand Prix Test A at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Versailles, France – Roxanne Trunnell (Royal Palm Beach, Fla.) and Fan Tastico H (Grade I) secured individual silver in their first test of the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Trunnell and Fan Tastico H, a 2017 Oldenburg gelding (Fuerstenball OLD x Weltmeyer) owned by Karin Flint, earned yet another personal best score for the United States, securing a 78.000% in FEI Grand Prix Test […]

Fiona Howard and Diamond Dunes Earn Individual Gold Medal in Grade II Grand Prix Test A

Versailles, France – Fiona Howard (Boston, Mass.) and Diamond Dunes (Grade II) secured individual gold in their first test of the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Howard and Diamond Dunes, a 2013 Hanoverian gelding (De L’or x Wibella) owned by Dressage Family LLC and Hof Kasselman, earned a personal best score of 76.931% in FEI Grand Prix Test A […]

Rebecca Hart Secures Individual Gold in Grade III Grand Prix Test A at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Versailles, France – Rebecca Hart (Wellington, Fla.) and Floratina (Grade III) secured individual gold in their first test of the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Hart and Floratina, a 2008 Hanoverian mare (Fidertanz x Rubina) owned by Rowan O’Riley, earned a personal best score of 77.900% in FEI Grand Prix Test A for their first individual podium finish together […]

U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team Ready to Get Underway at Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Versailles, France – The U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team has been accepted following first horse inspection on the grounds of Versailles ahead of the start of competition tomorrow. The team is comprised of four athlete-and-horse combinations competing across five different grades. The U.S. will see three combinations kick-off individual competition tomorrow with Rebecca Hart and Floratina (Grade III), Fiona […]

USET Foundation Elects Kristi Mitchem as President and CEO

Gladstone, NJ – The USET Foundation Board of Trustees has elected Kristi Mitchem to serve as its President and CEO effective September 1, 2024. She will replace W. James McNerney in these roles while McNerney, following seven years in the President and CEO positions, will remain Chairman of the USET Foundation Board of Trustees, a […]

US Equestrian Announces Junior and Young Rider Teams to Represent U.S. Jumping at 2024 FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final

Lexington, Ky. -US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent U.S. Jumping at the 2024 FEI Youth Jumping Nations Cup Final to be hosted in Lier, Belgium, from September 12-15, 2024. Both the U.S. Jumping Young Rider Team and U.S. Jumping Junior Team and will be led by Chef d’Equipe Anne […]

Laura Kraut and Baloutinue Finish Eighth in Jumping Individual Final to Conclude Equestrian Competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Versailles, France – On the final day of equestrian competition at the incredible equestrian venue at Versailles, the U.S. Olympic Jumping Team saw Laura Kraut and her two-time Olympic silver medalist partner, Baloutinue, finish inside of the top ten in the Jumping Individual Final, which determined individual medals. Kraut and Baloutinue finished in eighth on […]

U.S. Olympic Jumping Team Qualify Two Combinations for Jumping Individual Final at Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Versailles, France – The U.S. Olympic Jumping Team qualified two combinations through to the Jumping Individual Final tomorrow, concluding equestrian competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Karl Cook and Caracole de la Roque, alongside Laura Kraut and Baloutinue finished within the top 30 combinations in the qualifier today, punching their ticket to the highly […]

U.S. Olympic Jumping Team Captures Team Silver at Paris 2024 in Jumping Team Final

Versailles, France – The U.S. Olympic Jumping Team finished on the podium in today’s competitive Olympic Jumping Team Final, with a close finish between gold, silver, and bronze placings. The team finished on a total of four faults between the three team combinations, which clinched the silver medal. Great Britain took gold on two total […]

U.S. Olympic Jumping Team Takes Silver Medal in Jumping Team Final at Paris 2024

Versailles, France – The U.S. Olympic Jumping Team took silver in the Jumping Team Final at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, finishing on a final team total of four faults. Great Britain took gold on a total of two faults, while host nation France, finished with the bronze medal on seven faults. More information to […]

U.S. Olympic Jumping Team Qualifies for Jumping Team Final at Paris 2024

Versailles, France – The U.S. Olympic Jumping Team secured their qualification for the Jumping Team Final at Paris 2024 today and will move forward to compete for medals tomorrow, Friday, August 2. The team finished with a final total of six faults, behind Germany, who topped the qualifier leaderboard on zero faults as a team. […]

US Equestrian Announces Pre-Competition Change for U.S. Olympic Jumping Team Prior to Start of Team Competition Today

Versailles, France – US Equestrian has announced a pre-competition change prior to the start of team competition for the U.S. Olympic Jumping Team today at Versailles. Kent Farrington and Greya will be replaced by Karl Cook and Caracole de la Roque for today’s Team Qualifier competition, which begins at 11:00 a.m. GMT+2/5:00 a.m. ET. “There […]

U.S. Olympic Dressage Team Concludes Time at Paris 2024 with Steffen Peters and Suppenkasper’s FEI Grand Prix

Versailles, France – The U.S. Dressage Team finished their time at Paris 2024 with the final U.S. combination of Steffen Peters and Suppenkasper completing their FEI Grand Prix test. The pair finished with a 66.491% after a difficult final line and some bobbles during their test. At the current time, neither Adrienne Lyle or Steffen Peters […]

U.S. Olympic Dressage Team Pushes Through Tough First Day of Competition at Paris 2024

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Dressage Team did not have the day they wanted or expected to start off competition at Paris 2024. The team will be unable to compete in Saturday’s FEI Grand Prix Special, which will determine team medals after an unfortunate elimination of the first combination of Marcus Orlob and […]

U.S. Olympic Eventing Team Finishes Seventh at Paris 2024 Olympic Games; Boyd Martin and Fedarman B Secure Tenth Individually

Versailles, France – The U.S. Olympic Eventing Team finished seventh overall of 16 competing teams in the eventing portion of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The team completed on a final total score of 133.70 after all three phases. Boyd Martin and Fedarman B finished as the highest placed U.S. combination, nearly finishing on their […]

U.S. Olympic Eventing Team in Ninth Place After Cross-Country at Iconic Chateau de Versailles

Versailles, France – The U.S. Olympic Eventing Team is in ninth after an exciting and influential cross-country day in the gardens of the Chateau de Versailles, which saw more than 40,000 spectators gather across the grounds to watch the competition. The course spanned more than five miles across the historic grounds, which featured nearly 30 […]

U.S. Olympic Eventing Team Holds Sixth Overall in Tight Team Competition with Influential Cross-Country Day Ahead

Versailles, France – The U.S. Olympic Eventing Team started off with three consistent tests today as competition got underway at the Chateau de Versailles to kick-off equestrian competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The team drew sixth in the order of 16 international teams and currently sits on a combined-three score total of 88.9 […]

U.S. Olympic Eventing Team Passes First Horse Inspection to Start Competition at Versailles

Versailles, France – All members of the U.S. Olympic Eventing Team passed the first horse inspection today at the Chateau de Versailles and are ready to start equestrian competition at Paris 2024 tomorrow, beginning with the dressage phase.  The U.S. Olympic Eventing Team drew sixth in the order out of 16 international teams, with Caroline Pamukcu (Springtown, Pa.) […]

US Equestrian Announces Changes for U.S. Olympic Eventing Team Before Start of Paris 2024

Versailles, France – US Equestrian has announced a team change to the U.S. Olympic Eventing Team prior to the start of competition at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Traveling reserve combination Liz Halliday and Nutcracker will move into the three-member team, replacing Will Coleman and Diabolo. “The last 48 hours have truly been tough for our […]

U.S. Vaulting Team Completes Successful Outing at the 2024 FEI Vaulting World Championship for Seniors

Bern, Switzerland – The U.S. Vaulting Team took on the top competition in the world last week at the 2024 FEI Vaulting World Championship for Seniors. The team finished fourth overall, with individual competitors turning in good performances over four days of competition in Bern, Switzerland. Individual Senior Female Kimberly Palmer (Half Moon Bay, Calif.) […]

US Equestrian Announces Horse Change for U.S. Olympic Eventing Team Prior to Competition Start at Paris 2024

Versailles, France – U.S. Eventing Team Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello has confirmed U.S. Olympic Eventing Team athlete Will Coleman will now compete direct reserve selection, Diabolo, a 2012 Holsteiner gelding (Diarado x Aljano 2) owned by the Diabolo Group and cared for by Hailey Burlock & Erin Jarboe. Diabolo will replace Coleman’s initially selected mount, […]

US Equestrian Announces Team for 2024 FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that will represent the U.S. at the 2024 FEI Endurance World Championship for Seniors. The competition will take place on Sept. 5-8, 2024, in Monpazier, France. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Lisanne Dorion and team vet Dr. Olivia Rudolphi with […]

US Equestrian Announces U25 Individuals Representing U.S. Dressage at 2024 FEI North American Youth Championships

Lexington, KY.  – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the individual combinations who will represent the U.S. at the 2024 Discover Dressage FEI North American Youth Dressage Championships (NAYC) presented by USDF in the U25 Dressage division. Competition will begin on July 30, 2024, and continue through August 4, 2024, at Flintfields Horse Park in Traverse […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team Finishes in Fourth Place at FEI Jumping Nations Cup Sweden CSIO5*

Falsterbo, Sweden – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team turned in a strong effort to finish in a close fourth place at the highly competitive FEI Nations Cup – Sweden CSIO5* on Friday at the Falsterbo Horse Show. The team finished on just a total of twelve faults over two rounds and narrowly missed third place, […]

Defender U.S. Driving Team Announced for 2024 FEI Driving World Championship for Single Horses

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes who will represent the Defender U.S. Driving Team at the 2024 FEI Driving World Championship for Single Horses this September in Le Pin au Haras, France. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Jeff Legg and team leader Anna Brooks Thomas. The following […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Paralympic Equestrian Team for Paris 2024 Paralympic Games

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the United States as part of Team USA at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. Para-equestrian competition will begin on Tuesday, September 3, and continue through Saturday, September 7, hosted at the equestrian grounds of Versailles. “Heading into the Paralympic Games […]

Defender U.S. Driving Team Announced for 2024 FEI Driving World Championship for Four-in-Hand Horses

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes who will represent the Defender U.S. Driving Team at the 2024 FEI Driving World Championship for Four-in-Hand Horses this September in Szilvásvárad, Hungary. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Marcie Quist and team leader Anna Brooks Thomas. The following athlete-and-horse combinations have […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Olympic Jumping Team for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horses combinations selected to represent the U.S. Olympic Jumping Team as a part of Team USA at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, to be held in Versailles, France, from July 27 – August 9, 2024. The jumping competition will begin on August 1, 2024, and […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team Short List

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the 12 athlete-and-horse combinations selected to the U.S. Paralympic Dressage Team Short List ahead of the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games to be held in Versailles, France, from September 2-7, 2024. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline and Team Leader Laureen Johnson. The […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Longines League of Nations™ Rotterdam CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the Longines League of Nations Rotterdam CSIO5* held in Rotterdam, The Netherlands from June 19–23, 2024. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson. The following athletes have been […]

US Equestrian Announces Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for Rotterdam CDIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the following combinations have been selected to represent the Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team at CHIO Rotterdam featuring the FEI Dressage Nations Cup Rotterdam CDIO5* to be held from June 19-23, 2024, in Rotterdam, The Netherlands. George Williams will serve as Chef d’Equipe for the team. […]

Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team Wins Top Honors in Hagen CPEDI3*

Hagen, Germany – The Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team emerged victorious after a banner weekend at the CPEDI Hagen. The team of Rebecca Hart and Floratina, Fiona Howard and Diamond Dunes, Beatrice de Lavalette and Sixth Sense, and Kate Shoemaker and Vianne posted excellent scores across the FEI Para Dressage Grand Prix A and B […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Finishes Sixth in FEI Jumping Nations Cup La Baule CSIO5*

La Baule, France – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team took sixth place overall following the final round of Nations Cup competition in La Baule, finishing on a team total of 24 faults. Germany earned the victory on a team total of four faults, while the home nation of France, secured second-place on five faults. Belgium […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Olympic Eventing Team Ahead of Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Olympic Eventing Team at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games hosted from July 26 – August 11, 2024. Eventing competition will be the first equestrian discipline on the overall Paris 2024 sporting schedule and held at the equestrian grounds […]

Defender U.S. Eventing Team Finishes in Second Place at FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Ireland CCIO4*-NC-S

Millstreet, Ireland – The Defender U.S. Eventing Team concluded a successful outing at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup CCIO4*-NC-S – Ireland on Sunday, securing a team second-place finish at the event held at the Millstreet International Horse Trials. Millstreet is part of the European Development Tour, which is intended to give up-and-coming combinations experience competing […]

U.S. Equestrian Announces Defender U.S. Eventing Team for 2024 FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Ireland CCIO4*-NC-S

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations who will represent the Defender U.S. Eventing Team at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Ireland CCIO4*-NC-S at the Millstreet International Horse Trials in County Cork, Ireland, May 29-June 2. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law. The following combinations have […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup La Baule CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the team of athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup La Baule CSIO5* in La Baule, France, from June 6-9, 2024. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson and supported […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Starts European Season Strong with Competitive Fourth Place Finish at Piazza di Siena in FEI Jumping Nations Cup Rome CSIO5*

Rome, Italy – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team contested their first major European Nations Cup of the 2024 season with a tightly contested fourth-place finish in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Rome CSIO5* held at the iconic Piazza di Siena at Villa Borghese. The team finished with a final total of eight faults over two […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Longines League of Nations™ St. Gallen CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the team athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines League of Nations St. Gallen CSIO5* hosted in St. Gallen, Switzerland, from May 30 – June 2, 2024. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy […]

US Equestrian Announces Short List for 2024 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the vaulting athletes who have been named to the short list for the 2024 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors, which will take place July 16-21, 2024, in Bern, Switzerland. The following athletes have been named to the short list and are listed in alphabetical order. […]

Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team Impresses at Mannheim CPEDI3* with Top Performances

Mannheim, Germany – The Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team finished a superb week at the Mannhiem CPEDI3*, finishing atop the podium in team competition and securing several individual honors as well. The team completed the competition on a final score of 452.199, while Germany finished in second on 443.622. Austria rounded out the top three placings […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Dressage Team Short List for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the eight athlete-and-horse combinations who have been selected to the U.S. Dressage Team Olympic Short List for continued observation ahead of team selection for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games later this summer. The following athletes and horses have been selected to the U.S. Dressage Team Olympic […]

US Equestrian Names NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for 2024 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Rome CSIO5*

Lexington, KY – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected for the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team at the 2024 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Rome CSIO5* in Rome, Italy, from May 23-26. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson and supported by U.S. Jumping Team Veterinarian […]

US Equestrian Announces Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team for Mannheim CPEDI3*

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team at the Maimarkt-Turnier CPEDI3* in Mannheim, Germany, from May 4-7. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline. The following athlete-and-horse combinations are listed in alphabetical order: Competition Information The CPEDI3* competition runs Saturday, May […]

USET Foundation Awards 2024 Jacqueline B. Mars Spring National Competition and Training Grant to Mia Farley

The 2024 Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grant has been awarded to 24-year-old U.S. eventing athlete Mia Farley of Ocala, Florida, who finished in 13th place at the 2024 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI5*-L riding her trainer David O’Connor’s 11-year-old thoroughbred, Phelps, by Tiznow. The national grant is awarded by the United States […]

Townend and Cooley Rosalent Win, Nicholson and Vermiculus Are Top U.S. Pair at 2024 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian™

The show jumping phase closed out the 2024 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian (K3DE). Oliver Townend (GBR) secured his fourth K3DE win with Cooley Rosalent. As the top Americans in the CCI5*-L, Lauren Nicholson and Vermiculus won the Defender/USEF CCI5*-L Eventing National Championship presented by MARS Equestrian. In the Cosequin Lexington CCI4*-S, […]

Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team Completes Successful Weekend at Fontainebleau CPEDI3* & Test Event for the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games

Fontainebleau, France – The Perrigo U.S. Dressage Team finished a banner weekend at the Fontainebleau CPEDI3* and Test Event for the 2024 Paralympic Games, showcasing new horse and rider combinations and improving on marks from the firs few CPEDI competitions this season. The team was led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline and consisted of three […]

Halter Ego Creates Bespoke Bridle Range for USET Foundation Silent Auction

Bridle maker and equestrian atelier Halter Ego has created a custom line of bridles for the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s “Equestrians in Paris” benefit to be auctioned off to raise funds for the U.S.’s equestrian athletes ahead of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, France. The silent online auction is your […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for 2024 FEI Jumping Nations Cup CSIO3* Competitions at Kronenberg and Roeser

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Netherlands CSIO3* in Kronenberg, Netherlands, from May 16-19, and the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Luxembourg CSIO3* in Roeser, Luxembourg, from June 6-9, which are part of the Longines European Equestrian Federation (EEF) Series. The […]

100 Days to Paris, $100K Raised! USET Foundation Thanks Supporters for Helping Exceed Giving Day Fundraising Goal

The USET Foundation Giving Day is a special initiative organized by the USET Foundation to rally support for U.S. equestrian athletes and programs at US Equestrian (USEF). It was held on April 17, strategically timed 100 days out from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The day symbolized the journey toward excellence in equestrian sports on […]

US Equestrian Announces Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team for Fontainebleau CPEDI3*

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team at the Le Printemps des Sports Équestres CPEDI3* in Fontainebleau, France, from April 22-24. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline. The following athlete-and-horse combinations are listed in alphabetical order: Competition Information The CPEDI3* […]

US Equestrian Names Combinations for 2024 U.S. Dressage European Young Rider and U25 Tours

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that have been selected to the U.S. Dressage European Young Rider Tour and U.S. Dressage European U25 Tour. The athletes will be led by George Williams, the USEF Dressage High Performance Pathway Development Advisor and Youth Coach. The following athlete-and-horse combinations have been selected for the […]

U.S. Jumping Athletes Hold Three of Top 12 Placings Following FEI Jumping World Cup Final Round I; U.S. Dressage Looks to FEI Grand Prix Freestyle on Friday in Riyadh

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – Three U.S. Jumping athletes have secured top-12 placings in the standings following Round I of the FEI Jumping World Cup Final competition, setting up for an exciting Round II to get underway tomorrow. Kent Farrington, Skylar Wireman, and Jill Humphrey all finished without faults to hold prime positioning looking ahead to the […]

Equestrian Icon Frances Blunt Steinwedell Clears Her Last Jump

Frances B. Steinwedell, a beloved figure in the world of show jumping, passed away on April 8, 2024, leaving behind a remarkable legacy. Born in 1933, Fran dedicated her life to equestrian sport, impacting riders, horses, and the community in profound ways. A Devoted Supporter and Trailblazer Fran’s journey began in Chicago, where she schooled, […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team Short List for Paris 2024 Olympic Games

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the 10 athletes who have been selected to the U.S. Jumping Team Olympic Short List for continued observation ahead of team selection for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games later this summer. The following athletes and horses have been selected to the U.S. Jumping Team Olympic Short List and are […]

USET Foundation Launches New Day of Giving Initiative To Generate Support Ahead of Olympic and Paralympic Games

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has announced a new initiative to rally support for U.S. equestrian athletes. Giving Day, set for April 17, 2024, is a call to action strategically timed 100 days out from the start of the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, France, to boost support for U.S. equestrian […]

USET Foundation’s “Equestrians in Paris” West Coast Benefit Gala a Rousing Success

Del Mar, CA – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s “Equestrians in Paris” benefit event raised $475,000 to support the U.S. equestrian teams competing at the upcoming 2024 summer Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris, France. Held on Friday, March 22, 2024, at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, California, “Equestrians in Paris” […]

Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team Secures Second Win of 2024 at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 9 CPEDI3*

Wellington, Fla. – The Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team had their second outing of the 2024 competition season at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 9 CPEDI3* in Wellington, Fla. Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline guided Beatrice de Lavalette and Sixth Sense, Rebecca Hart and Floratina, Fiona Howard and Fleuresse 4, and Cynthia Screnci and Sir Chipoli […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Earns Podium Finish in $150,000 Nations Cup CSIO4* Wellington

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team finished in third place following two rounds of Nations Cup competition at Wellington International in Wellington, Fla. The first of two international team jumping competitions hosted in the U.S. this year, the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team produced a two-round final total of 24 faults. The […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Earns Silver in 2024 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team put forth strong efforts in the FEI Grand Prix for the FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3*. Under the guidance of Chef d’Equipe Christine Traurig, the team of Jan Ebeling and Jubi’s Tenacity, Kevin Kohmann and Duenensee, Erin Nichols and Elian Royale, and Jennifer […]

Tommy Greengard Receives the USET Foundation’s 2024 Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant

Up-and-coming eventing athlete Tommy Greengard of Malibu, California, was named the recipient of the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant for 2024. A current competitor on the US Equestrian (USEF) Eventing Emerging Program List, Greengard has aspirations of representing the United States internationally. The Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant is awarded annually […]

USET Foundation To Host ‘Equestrians in Paris’ Benefit Event in Del Mar, California

Funds raised from the event will support the preparation and participation of the U.S. equestrian teams for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation will host an exciting benefit event on Friday, March 22, 2024, in the Del Mar Arena at the Del Mar Fairgrounds in Del Mar, California. […]

Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team Wins at 2024 Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 3 CPEDI3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Perrigo U.S. Para Dressage Team began the 2024 competition season with its first CPEDI3* appearance at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 3 in Wellington, Fla. Chef d’Equipe Laureen Johnson led Beatrice de Lavalette and Sixth Sense, Rebecca Hart and Floratina, Fiona Howard and Fleuresse 4, and Cynthia Screnci and Sir […]

USET Foundation Awards Presented to W. James McNerney Jr., Zayna Rizvi, and McLain Ward

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation presented the organization’s three most prestigious awards to W. James McNerney, Jr., Zayna Rizvi, and McLain Ward during the USET Foundation’s “Victory in Versailles” Benefit Gala presented by Lugano Diamonds held on January 19, 2024, at Five Rings Farm in Wellington, Florida. Zayna Rizvi Named Recipient of Lionel […]

USET Foundation’s ‘Victory in Versailles’ Benefit Gala Presented By Lugano Diamonds Raises More Than $2 Million

Funds raised from the event will support U.S. equestrian teams headed to 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s “Victory inVersailles” Benefit Gala, presented by Lugano Diamonds and co-chaired by Patti Scialfa and Bruce Springsteen, raised more than $2 million to support the U.S. equestrian teams competing at the upcoming 2024 […]

Boyd Martin and Commando 3 Receive the USET Foundation’s Connaught Grant in Memory of R. Bruce Duchossois

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has named three-time eventing Olympian Boyd Martin of Cochranville, Pennsylvania, and his mount, Commando 3, a 10-year-old Holsteiner gelding (Connor 48 x R-Adelgunde) owned by Yankee Creek Ranch, the recipients of the 2024 Connaught Grant. Boyd Martin and Commando 3 are the 2024 recipients of the USET Foundation’s […]

USET Foundation To Host “Victory in Versailles” Presented by Lugano Diamonds

Funds raised from the event will support the preparation and participation of the U.S. equestrian teams for the 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games On the heels of exceptional performances from U.S. equestrian teams and athletes at the 2023 Pan American Games in Santiago, Chile, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation will host an extraordinary […]

U.S. Jumping Team Claims Gold and Punches Ticket to Paris 2024 Olympic Games

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Jumping Team completed its mission today at Santiago 2023, earning their long-awaited qualification for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games and securing team gold with a final team total of 12.37. Canada finished with team silver on 17.62, and Brazil in third on 20.32. The final round of individual […]

U.S. Eventing Team Finishes with Silver Medal and Pamukcu Takes Gold to Close Out Eventing at Santiago 2023 Pan American Games

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Eventing Team concluded their week in Santiago, taking the team silver medal on a final combined total of 115.7. Canada finished just a tenth of a point ahead on 115.6 for gold. Brazil finished with team bronze on 127.1, with both countries earning their qualification for the Paris […]

U.S. Dressage Team Closes Out Medal-Winning Week with Individual Bronze for Anna Marek in Grand Prix Freestyle at Santiago 2023U.S.

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Dressage Team closed out their week of competition at Santiago 2023 with all three Large Tour combinations finishing inside of the top ten of the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle to conclude dressage competition. Marek and Fire Fly earned the individual bronze medal with an 81.305%, while Tubman and […]

U.S. Dressage Team Tops Podium with Team Gold at Santiago 2023 Pan American Games

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Dressage Team rose to the occasion to secure team gold at the Santiago 2023 Pan American Games, finishing on a team total of 450.670 after strong performances today from all combinations. Brazil finished with a silver medal on 443.343, while Canada captured bronze with a 431.937. The three […]

Luke Jensen Earns Victory at 2023 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals

By US Equestrian Communications Department Competition at the Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – East concluded on Sunday at the USET Foundation Headquarters with a 2023 champion after Phases III and IV. Athletes rode a jumper-style course for judges Anne Kursinski and Ronnie Beard during Phase III, the jumping phase, which had a multiplier of […]

Camilla Jerng Claims 2023 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West Title

By US Equestrian Communications Department The 2023 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West concluded on Sunday at the Blenheim International Jumping Festival with Phases III and IV. The youth athletes rode a jumper-style course in front of judges Linda Hough and Lauren Hough for Phase III, the jumping phase, which had a multiplier of […]

U.S. Junior Jumping Team Finishes Third in 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final; U.S. Young Rider Jumping Team Takes Fourth Overall

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Junior Jumping Team stepped up onto the podium and the U.S. Young Rider Jumping Team earned fourth place overall on Sunday at the 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final at Sentower Park in Belgium.  “The juniors were great,” said U.S. Chef d’Equipe Anne Kursinski. “There were some nerves […]

US Equestrian Recognizes USET Foundation’s 2023 Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grant Recipients

US Equestrian is pleased to acknowledge the 2023 Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grant recipients. The national grants are awarded by the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation through the generosity of USET Foundation Honorary Trustee Jacqueline B. Mars, with the aim of supporting preparation and attendance at a competition that is more than 1,500 […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final at CSIO Barcelona from September 28 – October 1, 2023. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland. The following athletes have been named to the […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for BMO Nations Cup at 2023 Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for the BMO Nations Cup at the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ from September 6-10, 2023. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland. The following athletes have been named to the NetJets U.S. Jumping […]

Avery Betz-Conway and RAS Istanbul Complete in Top 20 at 2023 FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders and Juniors

By US Equestrian Communications Department U.S. endurance athlete Avery Betz-Conway (Kingsland, Ga.) and RAS Istanbul, a 2011 Arabian gelding owned by Estanar S. A., completed the 2023 FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders and Juniors in Castelsagrat, France, on Saturday, September 2, finishing in 18th place out of a field of 70 starters and 37 […]

US Equestrian Names U.S. Young Rider Team and U.S. Junior Team for 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian will send two teams to represent the U.S. at the 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Youth Final in Opglabbeek, Belgium, from September 14-17, 2023, with four combinations set to compete for the U.S. Young Rider Team and four for the U.S. Junior Team. Competition will begin with the […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Netherlands CCIO4*-NC-L

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four combinations selected to represent the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup Netherlands CCIO4*-NC-L hosted in Enschede, Netherlands at the Military Boekelo-Enschede from October 5-8, 2023. The U.S. combinations will be led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law. The […]

U.S. Vaulting Junior Squad Earns Bronze at 2023 FEI Vaulting World Championship for Young Vaulters and Juniors

By US Equestrian Communications Department The FEI Vaulting World Championship for Young Vaulters and Juniors was the pinnacle 2023 event for the U.S. Vaulting Team with participants in the Junior Individual, Pas de Deux, and Squad competitions and Young Vaulter Individual competition. The team delivered impressive performances throughout the week, and their hard work came […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Earns Podium Finish in FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Sweden CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team delivered an impressive third-place finish in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Sweden CSIO5* at the Falsterbo Horse Show on Friday afternoon in front of an enthusiastic crowd. Led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, the team jumped to a final total of eight faults over two rounds, […]

Lisa Munro Joins USET Foundation as Director of Development

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced that Lisa Munro has joined the organization as Director of Development. In this newly created role designed to further engage the equestrian community in California and the western United States, Munro will be responsible for enhancing donor engagement and building a pipeline of support in the region. […]

U.S. Dressage Team Finishes Eighth in FEI Dressage Nations Cup CDIO5* at CHIO Aachen

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team finished eighth in the final standings at the conclusion of competition in the FEI Dressage Nations Cup CDIO5* at CHIO Aachen this week on a team total of 422.609. Germany took top honors on a score of 468.285, while Denmark took second on a […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Finish Second in Final Standings of SAP Cup CCIO4*-S at CHIO Aachen

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team completed the SAP Cup CCIO4*-S at CHIO Aachen finishing in second place overall following the final phase of cross-country today. Germany took the win on an overall team total of 104.9 penalties, while Great Britain finished third on 136.60. The U.S. team finished three […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team Notches Fourth Place Finish in Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team finished fourth in the Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5* under the lights in the Main Stadium at CHIO Aachen in front of an electric crowd packing the stands. The team jumped to a final total of 12 faults over two rounds, with Switzerland earning the win […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Finishes Second at FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Poland CCIO4*-NC-S

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team had a successful outing over the weekend at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Poland, holding a wire-to-wire second-place standing in the competition at LOTTO Strzegom Horse Trials. The team finished on a 142.8, with The Netherlands taking first on a 133.8. “The point [of […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Finishes Sixth in FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ Netherlands CDIO4*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Up-and-coming talent had their chance to represent the U.S. in the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ Netherlands CDIO4* at CHIO Rotterdam. The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team of Ben Ebeling and Indeed, Kerrigan Gluch and Mejorano HGF, Kevin Kohmann and Duenensee, and Lina Uzunhasan and Furst Fabelhaft UZN gained valuable experience […]

U.S. Dressage Young Rider Team Earns Bronze at Future Champions CDIOY Hagen Nations Cup

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Dressage Young Rider Team had a solid performance in the Future Champions CDIOY Hagen Nations Cup among a talented group of European competitors. Chef d’Equipe George Williams guided Kat Fuqua and Dreamgirl, Erin Nichols and Elian Royale, and Christian Simonson and Son of a Lady to a team […]

Rising Eventing Stars Receive USET Foundation’s Karen E. Stives Endowment Fund Grant

Kara Pinato Scro The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has announced the newest recipients of the Karen E. Stives Endowment Fund Grant. The Grant, in partnership with additional funding from US Equestrian (USEF), will enable the following four up-and-coming U.S. eventing combinations to participate in the U.S. Eventing European Development Tour for the summer […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Canada CSIO5* at Langley

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Canada CSIO5* in Langley, British Columbia, Canada, from June 1-4, 2023. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland. The following athletes have been named to the […]

US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Teams for Rotterdam CDIO4* and Aachen CDIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that will represent The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team at the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ Netherlands CDIO4* at CHIO Rotterdam and the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ Germany CDIO5* at CHIO Aachen World Equestrian Festival. George Williams will serve as the Chef d’Equipe at CHIO Rotterdam, […]

U.S. Jumping Team Earns Impressive Win in 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Uggerhalne CSIO3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Uggerhalne, Denmark – It was an all-around fantastic day for the U.S. Jumping Team at FEI Jumping Nations Cup Uggerhalne CSIO3*. The team of Alise Oken, Jacob Pope, Nikko Ritter, and Alessandra Volpi displayed excellent riding under pressure to win the Nations Cup. Chef d’Equipe Anne Kursinski guided the team, with […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Squad for 2023 CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Squad for the CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S at CHIO Aachen World Equestrian Festival in Aachen, Germany, from June 30 – July 1, 2023. The squad will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Costello. From the squad, the four-combination Land Rover […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team Wins FEI Jumping Nations Cup USA To Move One Step Closer to Qualification for the 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Final

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team finished their week in California on top of the podium, taking a well-earned victory on the Oaks International Grand Prix Field in front of a packed house at Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park. The team is now one step closer to their collective goal of […]

Short List Announced for 2023 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the vaulting athletes who have been named to the short list for the 2023 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters. The championships will take place July 26-30 in Flyinge, Sweden, and the U.S. team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Emma Seely […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup CSIO3* Competitions at Uggerhalne and Drammen

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Uggerhalne CSIO3* in Uggerhalne, Denmark, from May 24-28, 2023, and FEI Jumping Nations Cup Drammen CSIO3* in Drammen, Norway, from June 1-4, 2023. The team will be led by […]

Tamie Smith and Mai Baum Clinch Historic Win at 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event Presented by MARS Equestrian™

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tamie Smith and Mai Baum led heading into the final day of competition at the 2023 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event Presented by MARS Equestrian™. With the pressure on, the pair maintained their composure and jumped a clear round to earn the win in impressive fashion. Smith and Mai Baum […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Secures Win in Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Mexico

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team made the most of their first team outing of the 2023 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Series with a strong start, finishing atop the podium and earning crucial points for qualification towards the Longines FEI Nations Cup Final in Barcelona, Spain, in September. The team […]

US Equestrian Announces Eventing Athletes for 2023 European Development Tour

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that have been selected for the U.S. Eventing European Development Tour for the summer of 2023. The following combinations are listed in alphabetical order: The following combinations have been selected as alternates and are listed in ranked order: The selected athletes […]

Combinations Announced for U.S. Dressage European Young Rider and U25 Tours

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that have been selected to the U.S. Dressage European Young Rider Tour and U.S. Dressage European U25 Tour. The following athlete-and-horse combinations have been selected for the U.S. Dressage European Young Rider Tour and are listed in alphabetical order: Kat Fuqua (Atlanta, […]

US Equestrian Announces Athletes for the 2023 FEI World Cup™ Finals for Dressage, Jumping, and Vaulting

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes who will represent the U.S. in dressage, jumping, and vaulting at the 2023 FEI World Cup™ Finals. The Finals will be held in Omaha, Neb., April 4-8, 2023. U.S. Dressage The following athlete-and-horse combinations will represent U.S. Dressage and are listed in […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for 2023 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of USA at San Juan Capistrano CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team at the 2023 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of USA at San Juan Capistrano CSIO5*. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland. The following athletes have been named to the NetJets U.S. […]

Chester Weber Wins His 20th USEF Combined Driving National Championship for Advanced Four-in-Hand Horses

By US Equestrian Communications Department Chester Weber earned a milestone victory this weekend, posting his 20th career USEF National Championship title in the Advanced Four-in-Hand division. The win took place on home soil for Weber at the 2023 Live Oak International, held on his family’s scenic farm in Ocala, Fla. Weber drove his team of bay […]

Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Wins Perrigo CPEDI3* at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival Week 9

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team delivered quality rides at the Perrigo CPEDI3* held March 10-12 at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival Week 9. The team of Rebecca Hart and El Corona Texel, Fiona Howard and Solitaer 40, Cynthia Screnci and Sir Chipoli, and Roxanne Trunnell and Fortunato H2O claimed […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Finishes Fifth in $150,000 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team finished fifth in their first team event of the season in the $150,000 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* in Wellington, Fla. The team, comprised of Natalie Dean and Acota M, Mimi Gochman and Celina BH, Mavis Spencer and Carissimo 25, and Adrienne Sternlicht and […]

Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Clinches Gold at 2023 CHI Al Shaqab CPEDI3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team had strong performances at CHI Al Shaqab CPEDI3* held February 23-25 in Ar-Rayyan, Qatar. Under the guidance of Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline, the team of Beatrice de Lavalette and Sixth Sense, Fiona Howard and Jagger, and Kate Shoemaker and Quiana delivered several personal-best scores […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Finishes Second in FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

U.S. CDIOU25 Athletes Sweep Podium in CDIOU25 FEI Grand Prix 16-25 By US Equestrian Communications Department The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team took second place in the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3* on a final team score of 427.285 at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival on Friday. Germany took first place on a final score […]

U.S. U25 Dressage Stars and Stripes Team Takes First Place in Team Competition at 2023 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIOU25

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Dressage U25 Stars and Stripes Team of Ben Ebeling aboard Status Royal OLD and Callie O’Connell and Eaton H took first place Thursday during the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO-U25 competition at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival, finishing on a final team score of 139.736. The U.S. Stars […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team at the 2023 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland. The following athletes have been named to the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team and are listed in […]

US Equestrian Announces Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for CHI Al Shaqab CPEDI3* in Qatar

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the three athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team at the CHI Al Shaqab CPEDI3*. The CPEDI3* will take place February 23, 24, and 25, 2023, at the Longines Outdoor Arena & Longines Indoor Arena at Al Shaqab in Ar-Rayyan, Qatar. The following combinations are […]

Meg Pellegrini Receives the USET Foundation’s 2023 Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant

Up-and-coming eventing athlete Meg Pellegrini of Wayne, Pennsylvania, was named the recipient of the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant for 2023. A current competitor in the Under 25 (U25) division, Pellegrini is progressing along the US Equestrian (USEF) High Performance Pathway with aspirations of representing the United States internationally. The […]

In Memoriam: James “Jimmy” C. Wofford November 3, 1944 – February 2, 2023

James “Jimmy” C. Wofford had a profound influence on the shaping of equestrian sport as we know it today. He was a complete horseman, focused and skilled competitor, and a “teacher’s teacher” who will be remembered for his humor, charm, and wit. Wofford was born into an equestrian family on November 3, 1944, in Junction […]

US Equestrian Announces Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for Wellington CPEDI3* at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival Week 3

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team at the Wellington CPEDI3*. The CPEDI3* will take place January 26, 28, and 29, 2023, at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival Week 3. The following combinations are listed in alphabetical order: Beatrice de […]

Margaret H. Duprey Honored With USET Foundation’s R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award

Margaret H. Duprey of Wellington, Florida, was awarded the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award at a special ceremony held during the USET Foundation’s Gold Medal Club Reception on January 22, 2023, at The Wanderer’s Club in Wellington, Florida. The R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award was created in […]

Will Coleman Named 2023 Recipient of USET Foundation’s Whitney Stone Cup

Eventing Olympian Will Coleman of Gordonsville, Virginia, was awarded the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s Whitney Stone Cup for 2023 at a special ceremony held during the USET Foundation’s Gold Medal Club Reception on January 22, 2023, at The Wanderer’s Club in Wellington, Florida. The Whitney Stone Cup is awarded annually by the USET […]

Young Dressage Star Christian Simonson Earns USET Foundation’s 2023 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy

Christian Simonson of Ventura, California, received the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s 2023 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy at a special ceremony during the USET Foundation’s Gold Medal Club Reception held on January 22, 2023, at The Wanderer’s Club in Wellington, Florida. Each year, the Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy is awarded to a junior or young rider […]

US Equestrian Announces Team for 2022 FEI Endurance World Championship

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete/horse combinations that will represent the United States at the 2022 FEI Endurance World Championship, scheduled to take place on February 25, 2023, at Butheeb, United Arab Emirates. The following combinations will represent the U.S. Endurance Team and are listed in alphabetical order: Marissa […]

Caroline Martin and HSH Blake Receive the USET Foundation’s Connaught Grant in Memory of Bruce Duchossosis

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has named rising eventing star Caroline Martin of Riegelsville, Pennsylvania, and her mount, HSH Blake, a seven-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding (Tolan R x Doughiska Lass) owned by Mollie Hoff and Sherrie Martin, the recipients of the 2023 Connaught Grant. Each year, the USET Foundation administers up to […]

In Memoriam: Judith H. Richter (1939-2022)

By US Equestrian Communications Department Hunter jumper trainer, instructor, and USEF Pegasus Medal of Honor recipient Judith H. Richter (Judy) died peacefully in Greenwich Hospital at the age of 83 on November 30, 2022. Judy was born on June 22, 1939, in Boston, MA, to Philip B. Hofmann and Mary K. Hofmann, and she spent […]

First Four-Star Is a Charm: Dan Kreitl and Carmango Receive USET Foundation’s 2022 Gladstone Challenge Trophy

On November 13, 2022, amateur eventing athlete Dan Kreitl of Muncie, Indiana, received the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s 2022 Gladstone Challenge Trophy for his win in the Dutta Corp. USEF CCI4*-L Eventing National Championship at Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, North Carolina. The Gladstone Challenge Trophy was established in 1963 and […]

U.S. Jumping Finishes Second at FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vilamoura CSIO3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Jumping Team had a podium finish on Sunday, November 20, at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vilamoura CSIO3* in Portugal, winning second place. Under the direction of Chef d’Equipe Anne Kursinski, the team of Kelly Arani and Impossible Dream, Cathleen Driscoll and Arome, Mimi Gochman and Celina BH, […]

US Equestrian Announces the Appointment of Robert Costello as Eventing Technical Advisor and Chef d’Equipe

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian (USEF) announces the appointment of Robert (Bobby) Costello as Eventing Technical Advisor/Chef d’Equipe effective today, November 1, 2022. Costello first became involved in the discipline of Eventing in the 1970s and has enjoyed a successful career as a competitor and coach for over 30 years. Costello and Chevalier […]

US Equestrian Announces Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for Perrigo CPEDI3* at Tryon Fall Dressage 3

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete/horse combinations selected for the Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team at the Perrigo CPEDI3* at Tryon Fall Dressage 3, which takes place Oct. 28-30, 2022. The following combinations are listed in alphabetical order: Fiona Howard (Boston, Mass.) and Jagger, her own 2012 Westphalian gelding […]

Augusta Iwasaki Wins 2022 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Final – East

By US Equestrian Communications Department The final standings for the 2022 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Final – East came down to the influential final round, where the top four competitors returned for the ride-off. In the end, it was Augusta Iwasaki who rode her way into the top spot, masterfully guiding her own […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Finishes Fifth in FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Netherlands CCIO4*-L

By US Equestrian Communications Department Enschede, the Netherlands – The FEI Eventing Nations Cup Netherlands CCIO4*-L at Military Boekelo-Enschede concluded on Sunday with the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team of James Alliston, Liz Halliday-Sharp, Boyd Martin, and Alyssa Phillips finishing in fifth place out of 10 nations. Under the guidance of Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello, the […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for 2022 FEI Jumping Nations Cup CSIO3* Competitions at Vejer de la Frontera and Vilamoura

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vejer de la Frontera CSIO3* in Vejer de la Frontera, Spain, from October 27-30, 2022, and FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vilamoura CSIO3* in Vilamoura, Portugal, from November 17-20, 2022. […]

Ella Dyson Wins Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping 2022 Talent Search Finals – West

By US Equestrian Communications Department San Juan Capistrano, Calif. – After four phases of challenging competition at the Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping 2022 Talent Search Finals – West, Ella Dyson (San Luis Obispo, Calif.) took first place riding Cetello. Dyson started her partnership with Cetello, a 2007 Holsteiner gelding owned by Constance and Elisa Broz, ahead […]

Chester Weber and Team Finish Eighth to Conclude 2022 FEI Driving World Championships for Four-in-Hands at Pratoni 2022

By US Equestrian Communications Department Pratoni del Vivaro, Italy – Chester Weber (Ocala, Fla.) and team concluded the 2022 FEI Driving World Championship for Four-in-Hands finishing in eighth place overall after the completing their final phase of cones on the grass at Centro Equestre Federale. The team added nine faults to their overnight combined score, and […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Qualifies for Paris 2024 Olympic Games with Silver Medal Finish at Conclusion of 2022 FEI Eventing World Championship

By US Equestrian Communications Department Pratoni del Vivaro, Italy – The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team has officially secured qualification for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, capturing the first team world championship medal for the program since 2002, as they hoisted the silver medal on the podium. The team finished on a final score of 100.3 […]

Land Rover U.S. Driving Team Ready for 2022 FEI Driving World Championship for Single Horses

By US Equestrian Communications Department Le Pin-au-Haras, France – The Land Rover U.S. Driving Team finished the horse inspection and is set for the start of the 2022 FEI Driving World Championship for Single Horses hosted in Le Pin-au-Haras, France, from September 15-18, 2022. The U.S. contingent is led by Chef d’Equipe Dee Aldrich, Team Coach […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Finishes Seventh at Spruce Meadows BMO Nations Cup CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department/Jump Media Calgary, Alberta, Canada – The NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team finished seventh in the $600,000 BMO Nations Cup during the 2022 Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament CSIO5* on September 10, 2022, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland led the team of Kent Farrington, Nicholas Dello Joio, Giavanna Rinaldi, and McLain […]

U.S. Young Rider and Junior Teams Announced for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final – Kronenberg

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian will send two teams to represent the U.S. at the 2022 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Youth Final in Kronenberg, the Netherlands, from September 20-25, 2022, with four combinations set to compete for the U.S. Young Rider Team and four for the U.S. Junior Team. Both teams will contest […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Announced for BMO Jumping Nations Cup Spruce Meadows CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team in the BMO Jumping Nations Cup Spruce Meadows CSIO5* hosted in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, from September 7-11, 2022, during the venue’s Masters’ week. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland. The following athletes […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Wins Gold at 2022 FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ – Canada CCIO4*-S at Bromont CCI

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team took home the gold medal in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ – Canada CCIO4*-S this weekend at the Bromont CCI in Quebec. The team of Liz Halliday-Sharp, Lillian Heard, Andrew McConnon, and Colleen Rutledge under the direction of Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law, finished with […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team Rebounds for Great Second Effort in FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Ireland

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team made consistent improvements over the course of two rounds to finish sixth in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup of Ireland hosted at the Dublin Horse Show. The team saw three combinations produce clears in their second effort around the massive grass arena – a testament to […]

Ella Fruchterman and Erin Nichols Win Dressage Freestyle Gold at 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department Traverse City, Mich. – A phenomenal week of equestrian competition concluded on Sunday at the 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships with the Juniors and Young Riders presenting their freestyle tests. Ella Fruchterman (Woodbury, Minn.) and Holts Le’Mans struck gold in the Junior division, while Erin Nichols (Yorba Linda, Calif.) […]

Kate Shoemaker Secures Final Medal for Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team at Herning 2022

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team finished a strong week at the ECCO FEI World Championships Herning 2022, taking two individual medals and team bronze in the Orifarm Health FEI Para Dressage World Championship. On the final day in the FEI Para Dressage Freestyles, the team saw […]

Erin Nichols and Handsome Rob AR Win Individual Young Rider Dressage Gold at 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department Traverse City, Mich. – A dream came through for Erin Nichols on Saturday at the 2022 FEI North American Youth Championship (NAYC) as she finished in gold-medal position for the Individual Young Rider Dressage division. Nichols (Yorba Linda, Calif.) expertly guided her own Handsome Rob AR, a 2012 Dutch Warmblood […]

Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Hoists Bronze Medal in Orifarm Healthcare FEI World Para Dressage Championships at Herning 2022

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team captured the bronze medal in team competition to stand on the podium in the Orifarm Healthcare FEI World Para Dressage Championships at Herning 2022. The team finished on a final score of 225.335 behind Denmark who took silver on a 229.751. The Dutch team […]

Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team in the Hunt for Podium Finish with One More Combination to Ride

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team had a strong start to the first day of team competition and are firmly in the running for a podium position at the conclusion of team competition tomorrow. Kate Shoemaker and Quiana led the team off this morning, earning a 75.415 […]

Ward and Moggre Out of Individual Final After Tough Night Under the Lights in Herning

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – Both McLain Ward & Brian Moggre saw their time in Herning come to an end this evening under the lights in Stutteri ASK Stadium after a tough championship week for the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team. Moggre and Balou du Reventon, finished with four jumping faults and a […]

USA Zone 4, and USA Zone 5/7 Capture Gold in Junior and Young Rider Team Competition at Gotham North FEI North American Youth Jumping Championships, presented by USHJA

By US Equestrian Communications Department Day three of the Gotham North FEI North American Youth Jumping Championships, presented by USHJA, invited Junior and Young Rider teams to take center stage and vie for their podium positions. Over two rounds, teams battled it out for top honors, but it was ultimately Zone 4, with team members […]

Ella Fruchterman and Holts Le’mans Win Individual Junior Dressage Gold at FEI North American Youth Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department Traverse City, Mich. – At the midway point of the 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC), Ella Fruchterman has already racked up a pair of gold medals in the Junior Dressage division. Fruchterman (West Lakeland, Minn.) and Holts Le’Mans, her own 2011 Danish Warmblood gelding, were part of the […]

Canada and USA Zone 7 Claim Children’s and Pre-Junior Gold at 2022 Gotham North FEI North American Youth Championships for Jumping, presented by USHJA

By Tori Bilas Children’s and Pre-Junior competitors took to the podium for the first time during team competition on Thursday at the Gotham North FEI North American Youth Championships for Jumping, presented by USHJA. Canada took the top spot on the first podium of the day, claiming gold in the Children’s Team Competition for teammates […]

USA Region 3 and 9 Combined Young Rider Dressage Team Wins Gold at 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department Traverse City, Mich. – Team dressage competition concluded Wednesday at the 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships with the Young Riders completing their team tests under perfect weather conditions at Flintfields Horse Park. The team gold medal went to the combined USA Region 3/Region 9 team of Sophia Schults (Wellington, […]

Rebecca Hart and El Corona Texel Take Home Bronze Medal in Orifarm Healthcare FEI World Para Dressage Individual Grade III Championship presented by Elsass Fonden

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – Rebecca Hart (Wellington, Fla.) and El Corona Texel secured the first medal of the games for the U.S. contingent, bringing home an individual bronze medal in the Orifarm Healthcare FEI World Para Dressage Individual Grade III Championship presented by Elsass Fonden. The duo received a 73.147 percent […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team Finishes Eleventh in First Round of Team Competition, Narrowly Missing Qualification for Team Final

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team concluded team competition today in the Agria FEI World Jumping Championships in eleventh place, just missing out on qualification for round two of team competition, which will be held tomorrow under the lights in Stuterri ASK Stadium. Only the top ten teams […]

NEWSFLASH – Rebecca Hart Takes Bronze in Orifarm Healthcare FEI World Para Dressage Indiviudal Grade III Championship presented by Elsass Fonden

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – Rebecca Hart (Wellington, Fla.) and El Corona Texel, a 2009 KWPN gelding ownd by Rowan O’Riley, secured the bronze medal in the Orifarm Healthcare FEI World Para Dressage Individual Grade III Championship presented by Elsass Fonden, recieving on a 73.147 percent. This is Hart’s fourth world championship appearance […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team to Start Fifteenth for Round I of Team Competition Tomorrow After Speed Round Sets Stage

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team began their first day of world championship competition in Stutteri ASK Stadium with all four combinations contesting the Speed Round. The first class of the week saw 22 teams and 103 total combinations vie for top placings based on a faults-converted Table […]

Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Finishes Three Combinations in Top Six Across Three Grades

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team saw their first day of competition come to a close late this afternoon in BB Horse Arena, with three grades completing their FEI Individual Test throughout the course of the day. Grades IV, II, and I were featured to start the […]

Adrienne Lyle and Salvino Take Sixth in Blue Hors FEI World Dressage Grand Prix Freestyle Championship presented by Helgstrand

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – Adrienne Lyle and Salvino impressed in their FEI Grand Prix Freestyle under the lights at Stutteri ASK Stadium this evening, producing an 83.704 percent to take sixth place overall in the extremely competitive final competition for dressage combinations this week at the ECCO FEI World Championships Herning […]

Region 4 Junior Team Wins Dressage Gold on Day One of the 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department Traverse City, Mich. – History repeated itself on the first day of competition at the 2022 FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) for dressage as the Junior team representing Region 4 won team gold for the second consecutive year. Not only was it a repeat win for the region, but […]

Zone 10 Dominates Kick-off of Gotham North FEI North American Youth Jumping Championships Presented by USHJA

By Tori Bilas The 2022 Gotham North FEI North American Youth Jumping Championships (NAYC) presented by USHJA returned for the second consecutive year to Flintfields Horse Park in Traverse City, Mich. Wednesday, August 10, welcomed Children’s and Pre-Junior competitors to the International Arena for the first day of individual qualifying competition, with each athlete battling […]

Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Prepares for First Day of Competition at Herning 2022

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team presented their four combinations for the First Horse Inspection today and prepared for their opening of competition tomorrow with formal ring familiarization in the BB Horse Arena late this afternoon. The Orifarm Health Care FEI World Para Dressage Championships will begin tomorrow […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Driving Team for 2022 FEI Driving World Championship for Single Horses

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the three combinations and ranked alternates selected to represent the Land Rover U.S. Driving Team at the 2022 FEI Driving World Championship for Single Horses hosted in Le Pin-au-Haras, France, from September 15-18, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Dee Aldrich, […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team Arrives and Ready to Get Underway in Herning

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team has arrived in Herning and is preparing for the start of their week of competition in the Agria FEI World Jumping Championships presented by Helgstrand, part of the ECCO FEI World Championships Herning 2022. The team presented their four team combinations and […]

Kimmy Palmer Finishes Fifth Overall on Final Day of Mustang Corp. FEI World Vaulting Female Championship

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The final day of the Mustang Corp. FEI World Vaulting Female Championship saw two U.S. combinations finish inside of the top ten, with Kimmy Palmer taking fifth overall, as the highest placed athlete for the team with an overall score of 8.415, and Tessa Divita taking ninth […]

Lyle and Salvino Qualify for FEI Grand Prix Freestyle at 2022 Blue Hors FEI World Dressage Championships presented by Helgstrand

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – Adrienne Lyle and Salvino earned a start in the final class of the 2022 Blue Hors FEI World Dressage Championships presented by Helgstrand after a strong FEI Grand Prix Special Test placed them solidly inside of the top fifteen combinations. The pair earned a 75.669 percent from […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Canada CCIO4*-S

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four combinations selected to represent the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup Canada CCIO4*-S. Competition will take place from August 18-21, 2022, at Bromont Horse Park in Quebec, Canada. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law. The following combinations have […]

Kimberly Palmer Leads U.S. Vaulting Team with Personal Best on Second Day of FEI Individual Female Championship Competition

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – Kimberly “Kimmy” Palmer (Half Moon Bay, Calif.) topped the standings again for the U.S. Vaulting Team again today in the FEI Individual Female Technical Test, earning a personal best score of 8.329, to hold sixth place overall with a combined score of 8.129 heading into the final […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Punches Ticket to Paris 2024 with Sixth Place Finish in Team Final at Blue Hors FEI World Team Dressage Grand Prix Championship presented by Helgstrand

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team has officially qualified for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games as a result of their sixth-place finish at the Blue Hors FEI World Team Dressage Grand Prix Championship presented by Helgstrand at the 2022 ECCO FEI World Championships in Herning, Denmark. The […]

U.S. Vaulting Team Completes First Day of Competition at Herning 2022

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The U.S. Vaulting Team took to Jyske Bank Boxen today to begin competition at the ECCO FEI World Championships Herning 2022, opening the day as the second team to present a squad for the Compulsory Tests. The team also saw all five individual combinations take to the […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Look To Second Day of FEI Grand Prix at Herning 2022

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team completed their first day of championship competition in Herning, with two of the four team combinations taking on Stuterri ASK Stadium today and the final two combinations set to compete tomorrow. The second half of the FEI Grand Prix will begin at 11:00 a.m. […]

U.S. Vaulting Team Horses Prepare for First Day of Competition Tomorrow Featuring Individual Male, Individual Female, and Squad Compulsories

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – The U.S. Vaulting Team will begin competition at the Mustang Corp. 2022 FEI World Vaulting Championships in Herning, Denmark, tomorrow, August 6, featuring Individual Male, Individual Female, and Squad Compulsory Tests. All eight horses presented at the First Horse Inspection today were passed by the ground jury […]

All Four Combinations Representing Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Pass First Horse Inspection at Herning 2022

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Herning, Denmark – All four combinations for the Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team have passed the first horse inspection at the Blue Hors 2022 FEI World Dressage Championships presented by Helgstrand, as they prepare for the start of competition tomorrow with the first day of FEI Grand Prix competition, which […]

US Equestrian Selects Jennifer Hoffmann and Sabine Schut-Kery to Represent U.S. Dressage at 2022 FEI WBFSH Dressage World Breeding Championships for Young Horses

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the two athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent U.S. Dressage at the 2022 FEI WBFSH Dressage World Breeding Championships for Young Horses, hosted in Ermelo, The Netherlands from September 8-11, 2022. U.S. Dressage Young Horse Coach, Christine Traurig, will serve as Chef d’Equipe for the […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Squad and Alternates for 2022 FEI Eventing World Championship

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team at the 2022 FEI Eventing World Championship, scheduled for September 14-18, 2022, in Pratoni del Vivaro, Italy. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello. The following athlete-and-horse combinations have been […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Driving Team for 2022 FEI Driving World Championship for Four-in-Hand Horses

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the two athletes selected to represent the Land Rover U.S. Driving Team at the 2022 FEI Driving World Championship for Four-in-Hand Horses hosted in Pratoni del Vivaro, Italy, from September 21-25, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Marcie Quist and Team […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Ireland

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Ireland, hosted in Dublin, Ireland, at the Dublin Horse Show from August 17-21, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland.  The following athletes have […]

US Equestrian Announces Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for 2022 Orifarm Healthcare FEI Para Dressage World Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent the Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team at the 2022 Orifarm Healthcare FEI Para Dressage World Championships to be hosted in Herning, Denmark, from August 10-14, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline and Team Leader […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for 2022 Agria FEI World Jumping Championship presented by Helgstrand

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the five combinations selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team at the 2022 Agria FEI World Jumping Championship presented by Helgstrand hosted in Herning, Denmark, from August 6-15, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Knokke Hippique CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Knokke Hippique CSIO5* this week hosted in Knokke-Heist, Belgium. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, and is the final observation event for short-listed combinations prior to […]

US Equestrian Announces Short List for the Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for the 2022 FEI Para Dressage World Championship

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that have been named to the short list for the Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for the FEI Para Dressage World Championship. The World Championship will take place August 10-14 in Herning, Denmark, and the team will be led by Chef […]

North American Team Claims Gold in 2022 FEI Youth Equestrian Games Team Final

By US Equestrian Communications Department The North American Team participating in the 2022 FEI Youth Equestrian Games Team Final secured a podium finish in today’s Team Final, taking the gold medal in the two-round competition hosted over two consecutive days. The team featured strong rides from U.S. athlete representative Mimi Gochman (New York, N.Y.), Xaviera Maurer […]

USET Foundation Elects Jennifer Gates, Kristi Mitchem, Ann Thompson to the Board of Trustees

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced that Jennifer Gates, Kristi Mitchem, and Ann Thompson have joined the Board of Trustees in 2022. “We’re delighted to welcome Jenn, Kristi, and Ann to the USET Foundation’s Board of Trustees,” said W. James McNerney, Jr., Chairman, President, and CEO of the USET Foundation. “As the philanthropic […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Wins Second Place at FEI Dressage Nations Cup – The Netherlands

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team had a successful week at CHIO Rotterdam, bringing home a second-place finish in the FEI Nations Cup – The Netherlands CDIO5*. The team consisted of Katie Duerrhammer and Paxton, Ben Ebeling and Illuster Van de Kampert, Ashley Holzer and Valentine, and Alice Tarjan and […]

U.S. Young Rider Dressage Team Concludes European Tour with Hagen CDIOY

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Young Rider Dressage Team capped a month’s long tour in Europe with a team finish in Hagen CDIOY, taking eighth place. The team, led by USEF Youth Coach and Chef d’Equipe George Williams, saw improved rides from Erin Nichols, Mackenzie Peer, and Christian Simonson throughout the course of the competition. […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for CHIO Aachen

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the CHIO Aachen to be held in Aachen, Germany from June 23-July 3, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and return to defend their 2021 title as champions of […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Vaulting Athletes for Aachen CVIO4*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four vaulting athletes selected to represent the U.S. at the CHIO Aachen World Equestrian Festival hosted in Aachen, Germany, from June 23-July 3, 2022. The following athletes have been selected to represent the U.S. and are listed in alphabetical order. Tessa Divita (Portola Valley, Calif.) Daniel […]

Beatrice de Lavalette and Sixth Sense Win the CPEDI3* at Tryon Summer Dressage

By US Equestrian Communications Department Para dressage athletes closed out an exciting weekend of competition at the Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) with a full session of musical freestyles on Sunday morning, putting their final scores in the books for the CPEDI3* competition. After two sweltering June days, the athletes and their teams enjoyed a […]

Mimi Gochman Selected to Represent United States at FEI Youth Equestrian Games 2022 in Aachen, Germany

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the selection of Mimi Gochman (New York, N.Y.) as the U.S. representative for the FEI Youth Equestrian Games 2022. The FEI Youth Equestrian Games 2022 will be held in Aachen, Germany, during the prestigious CHIO Aachen World Equestrian Festival from June 24-July 3, 2022. Athletes […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Takes Fifth in FEI Jumping Nations Cup of Canada CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team challenged the rain to finish fifth in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup of Canada CSIO5*. Team Ireland finished in first place on a final score of five with Mexico taking the silver medal position on 13 faults, and Australia following in third on 22 […]

US Equestrian Announces Athlete-and-Horse Combinations for The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Teams for Rotterdam and Aachen CDIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that will represent The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team at the FEI Dressage Nations CupTM the Netherlands at CHIO Rotterdam and the FEI Dressage Nations Cup Germany at the CHIO Aachen World Equestrian Festival. Additionally, two combinations will compete as individuals in the CDI4* at Aachen. […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Secures Silver in FEI Eventing Nations Cup Great Britain CCIO4*-S

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team finished on the podium at the conclusion of the FEI Eventing Nations Cup Great Britain CCIO4*-S, competing the weekend of competition on a total team score of 117.9. The home team from Great Britain won the event on a final score of 114.0, while […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Finishes Fourth in Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team finished just off the podium with a two-round total of eight faults in the FEI Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5* at Piazza di Siena, taking fourth place behind France, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The team of Lillie Keenan, Laura Kraut, Brian Moggre, and Chloe Reid […]

U.S. Jumping Team Takes Sixth Place in FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Lisbon CSIO3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. Jumping program was in action across Europe today, with a four-member CSIO5* team in Rome, Italy, and a four-member team in Lisbon, Portugal competing in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Lisbon CSIO3*. The team in Portugal was comprised of Daisy Farish, Charlotte Jacobs, Alex Matz, and Julie Welles, […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Canada CSIO5* and U.S. Junior Jumping Team for CSIOJ

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Canada CSIO5* hosted at Thunderbird Show Park in Langley, British Columbia, Canada, from June 1-5, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland. The […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for the CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S at CHIO Aachen World Equestrian Festival in Aachen, Germany, from July 1-2, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello. “It is important for the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Builds Experience at FEI Dressage Nations Cup France

By US Equestrian Communications Department Three athlete-and-horse combinations represented The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team this weekend in the FEI Dressage Nations CupTM France CDIO5*, held at Les Internationaux de Dressage in Compiègne. Additionally, two combinations competed in the Young Rider division ahead of their upcoming CDIO-Y in Hagen next month. This outing was a development […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Lisbon CSIO3* & FEI Jumping Nations Cup Madrid CSIO3*

By Us Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Lisbon CSIO3* in Lisbon, Portugal from May 26-29 and FEI Jumping Nations Cup Madrid CSIO3* in Madrid, Spain, from June 3-5. The Nations Cup competition in Lisbon is scheduled to […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations Named to The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Short List for 2022 FEI Dressage World Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations named to the short list for The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team ahead of the 2022 FEI Dressage World Championships, which will take place in Herning, Denmark, August 6-14, 2022. The following athletes have been named to the U.S. Dressage Team […]

US Equestrian Names NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5* at the Piazza di Siena in Rome, Italy from May 26-29. The Nations Cup competition is scheduled to take place on Friday, May 27, at 2:30 p.m. […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Vaulting Team Short List Ahead of 2022 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors in Herning, Denmark

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to the U.S. Vaulting Team Short List ahead of the 2022 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors to be hosted in Herning, Denmark from August 6-11, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Jennifer Arnsten and feature athletes in […]

Jung Wins Overall Title, Payne Earns National Champion Title in 2022 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS Equestrian CCI5*-L came to an exciting conclusion with Sunday’s show jumping phase. Thirty combinations navigated Steve Stephens’s challenging track to determine the final placings. Michael Jung (GER) and fischerChipmunk FRH won the overall title with a score of 20.1, followed by […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Eventing Nations Cup Great Britain CCIO4*-S

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four combinations who will represent the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup Great Britain CCIO4* hosted at Houghton Hall in Norfolk, UK, from May 26-29, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law. “I am […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Announces Athlete Short List for 2022 FEI Jumping World Championships in Herning, Denmark

By US Equestrian Communications Department The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team is pleased to announce the ten athletes selected to the Short List for the 2022 FEI Jumping World Championships to be held in Herning, Denmark from August 6-14, 2022. The athletes selected will participate in up to two Observation Events in Europe before the five-member […]

Kimberly Palmer Takes Third Place in FEI Vaulting World Cup Final With Teammate Kalyn Noah Finishing in Seventh

By US Equestrian Communications Department Kimberly Palmer (Half Moon Bay, Calif.) secured a podium finish in the 2022 FEI Vaulting World Cup Women’s Individual Final, earning a total score of 8.009. Manon Moutinho (FRA) took top honors with a final score of 8.431, while Jannika Derks (GER) earned second place on an 8.257. Kalyn Noah […]

U.S. U25 Dressage Team Takes Second Place in Team Competition at FEI Dressage Nations Cup Wellington CDIOU25

By US Equestrian Communications Department The U.S. U25 Dressage Team took second place on the podium today following team competition in the FEI Intermediate II Test during the FEI Dressage Nations Cup Wellington CDIOU25 competition, finishing on a final team score of 129.50. The team placed just behind Canada, who took the top placing on […]

US Equestrian Announces Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for Adequan® Global Dressage Festival Perrigo CPEDI3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the three athlete/horse combinations who will be representing the Adequan U.S. Para Dressage at the Perrigo CPEDI3* at Week 9 of the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF), March 11-13, 2022. The following athletes and horses have been selected to the 2022 Perrigo CPEDI3* at AGDF […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Ahead of Longines FEI Nations Cup™ Mexico CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Mexico CSIO5* in Coapexpan, Mexico, from March 16-20, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland with the team participating in their first Longines […]

Beatrice de Lavalette and Kate Shoemaker Finish Strong to Conclude the Perrigo CPEDI3* at AGDF

By US Equestrian Communications Department Both Beatrice de Lavalette and Kate Shoemaker concluded a strong weekend of competition in Wellington, Fla., at the Perrigo CPEDI3* presented by Mission Control, Fair Sky Farm, Adequan®, and Nutrena® at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival, with both athletes earning personal best scores across the weekend of competition. De Lavalette […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Finishes Second in FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team took second place in the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3* on a final team score of 432.265, just narrowly edged by the German team who finished on a score of 433.337. The Canadian Team took third place on a final score of 409.091. […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Para Dressage Team for Adequan Global Dressage Festival Perrigo CPEDI3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete/horse combinations who will be competing at the Perrigo CPEDI3* at Week 9 of the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF), March 11-13, 2022. The following athletes and horses have been selected to the 2022 Perrigo CPEDI3* at AGDF 9 and are listed […]

US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for FEI Nations Cup™ CDIO3* USA and FEI Nations Cup CDIO-U25

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team and U.S. Dressage U25 Team at the FEI Dressage Nations CupTM USA hosted in Wellington, Fla., from March 17– 20, 2022. This will be the first team outing of the 2022 competition season for The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage […]

William Weeks and Elizabeth Johnson Honored With USET Foundation’s R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award

On March 5, 2022, William “Bill” Weeks of Wellington, Florida, and Elizabeth “Beth” Johnson of Boston, Massachusetts, were presented with the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award at a special ceremony during the $150,000 Nations Cup CSIO4*, presented by Premier Equestrian in Wellington, Florida, during the 2022 Winter Equestrian Festival. The […]

Last Call To Bid on Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunities in Support of U.S. Teams at the 2022 World Championships

We’re in the final hours to bid on unique and highly-coveted opportunities and items. The auction closes tonight, Monday, March 7, 2022, at 11:55 p.m. ET Auction items range from lessons with Olympic medalists and VIP sporting event packages to historic U.S. equestrian team gear and a horse’s flight to Europe, and more! This online […]

Four USEF Combined Driving National Championships Awarded on Final Day of 2022 Live Oak International

By US Equestrian Communications Department Four newly-minted USEF National Champions exited the arena on Sunday, March 6, at the conclusion of the 2022 Live Oak International CAI. After the event was canceled in 2021 due to COVID-19, competitors and their families were happy to be back at Live Oak International in Florida’s warm and sunny […]

Talented Junior Rider Mimi Gochman Receives USET Foundation’s 2022 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy

On March 5, 2022, 17-year-old Mimi Gochman of New York, New York, received the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s 2022 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy at a special ceremony during the $150,000 Nations Cup CSIO4*, presented by Premier Equestrian in Wellington, Florida, during the 2022 Winter Equestrian Festival. Each year, the Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy is awarded […]

Laura Kraut Awarded USET Foundation’s 2022 Whitney Stone Cup

On March 5, 2022, two-time show jumping Olympic medalist Laura Kraut of Royal Palm Beach, Florida, was awarded the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s 2022 Whitney Stone Cup at a special ceremony during the $150,000 Nations Cup CSIO4*, presented by Premier Equestrian in Wellington, Florida, during the 2022 Winter Equestrian Festival. The Whitney Stone […]

USET Foundation Exceeds Campaign Goal To Support Developing Athlete and High Performance Programs in Challenging Quadrennial

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced that its “Raising the Bar” Campaign raised $42.3 million, exceeding the $40 million goal by $2.3 million as of December 30, 2021. The Campaign, which began raising money privately in 2017 before a public launch in January 2020, was designed to support a robust pathway for developing, emerging, and elite […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Wellington CSIO4*

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup CSIO4* Wellington hosted in Wellington, Fla., from March 2-6. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, with the first round of the team competition beginning […]

Bid Now To Win Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity With Olympians, VIP Experiences at Sporting Events, a Horse’s Flight to Europe, and More, in Support of U.S. Teams at the 2022 World Championships

Unique and highly-coveted opportunities and items are available in the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s silent auction that launched online, Monday, February 28, at 10 a.m. ET and will conclude on Monday, March 7, 2022, at 11:55 p.m. ET. Auction items include lessons with Olympic medalists such as Laura Kraut, Anne Kursinski, Rodrigo Pessoa, Adrienne Lyle, […]

US Equestrian Announces Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for CHI Doha

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. — US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that will represent the Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team at the CHI Doha in Doha, Qatar from February 24-26, 2022. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline. The following combinations will represent the Adequan U.S. […]

Save the Date for a Private Advance Screening of ‘ParaGold,’ a Documentary From the Director of ‘Harry & Snowman’ and ‘Life in the Doghouse’

February 8, 2022 Join This USET Foundation Benefit To Support the Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Sunday, March 13, 2022, at 4:30 p.m. Screening Location:Movies at Wellington13881 Wellington TraceWellington, Florida 33414 ParaGold documents the inspiring journey of four U.S. para dressage athletes, David Botana, Sydney Collier, Rebecca Hart, and Roxanne Trunnell, as they aim to […]

Update: Denim & Diamonds in Denmark Canceled Due to COVID-19

The team at the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation regrets to announce that the Denim & Diamonds in Denmark benefit gala, scheduled for Friday, January 21, 2022, in Wellington, Florida, has been canceled due to the rapidly changing public health concerns around the COVID-19 pandemic. Though the in-person benefit—which was organized in support the […]

Will Coleman and Chin Tonic Receive the USET Foundation’s Connaught Grant in Memory of Bruce Duchossois

GLADSTONE, N.J. – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has named Olympic eventer Will Coleman of Gordonsville, Virginia, and his mount, Chin Tonic, a nine-year-old Holsteiner gelding owned by Hyperion Stud, LLC, the recipients of the 2022 Connaught Grant. Each year, the USET Foundation administers up to $25,000 to a CCI1* or CCI2* horse […]

Adequan®/USEF Eventing Youth Team Challenge Temecula – West Coast Final Concludes with Showcase of Top Upcoming Talent in CCI3*-L and CCI2*-L Competition

By US Equestrian Communications Department Temecula, Calif. – The inaugural Adequan/USEF Eventing Youth Team Challenge Temecula – West Coast Final concluded on Saturday with awards being presented in both the CCI3*-L and CCI2*-L divisions. Audrey Sanborn (San Luis Obispo, Calif.) and OBOS Quality Time placed first in the YTC CCI3*-L and third overall, finishing on a […]

Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Announced Perrigo CPEDI3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – The Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team has announced the athlete and horse combinations that will compete at the Adequan/USEF Para Dressage National Championships and Perrigo CPEDI3* in Mill Spring, N.C. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline. The following combinations have been named to the […]

Tune In Friday Morning To Cheer On the U.S. Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vejer de la Frontera CSIO3*

Friday morning at 5:30 a.m. Eastern Daylight Time / 11:30 a.m. local time, October 29, 2021, the U.S. Jumping Team will compete in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup CSIO3* in Vejer de la Frontera, Spain. Live Stream Results The team, composed of the following riders, will compete against 19 other nations and will be led […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vejer de la Frontera CSIO3* & FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vilamoura CSIO3*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vejer de la Frontera CSIO3* in Vejer de la Frontera, Spain from October 28-31, 2021, and FEI Jumping Nations Cup Vilamoura CSIO3* in Vilamoura, Portugal, from November […]

Kurt Martin Is the 2021 USEF CCI3*-L Eventing National Champion; Boyd Martin Takes the Win in the Inaugural Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill

By US Equestrian Communicatons Department Elkton, Md. – At the conclusion of a historic week at Fair Hill, Kurt Martin and D.A. Lifetime became the 2021 USEF CCI3*-L Eventing National Champions. In the first-ever running of the Maryland 5 Star CCI5*-L, it was Boyd Martin and On Cue wearing the tricolor after a nail-biting finish in […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Secures Second Place Finish at 2021 FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ The Netherlands CCIO4*-L

By US Equestrian Communications Department Enschede, The Netherlands – The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team showcased strong talent in all three phases at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ The Netherlands CCIO4*-L at the Military Boekelo Enschede in Enschede, Netherlands to take second place in a competitive field to close out team competition for the 2021 competition […]

Natalie Jayne and Charisma Rise to Top of Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – East

By US Equestrian Communications Department Gladstone, New Jersey — Natalie Jayne (Elgin, Ill.) and Charisma secured a win in the prestigious Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – East after three days of intense competition at the historic United States Equestrian Team headquarters in Gladstone, New Jersey. Jayne rode to a final phase four […]

USET Foundation Announces Eventing Grant Recipients and Celebrates Historic Finish at 2021 CHIO Aachen

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has announced the recipients of two eventing grants: the Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition & Training Grant and the Karen E. Stives Endowment Fund Grant. The grants assisted in the horse and rider combinations’ travel to compete at CHIO Aachen in Germany, which was held September 15-19, 2021, […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Advance to Final Round at 2021 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final

By US Equestrian Communications Department Barcelona, Spain – The NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team will advance to the final round of the 2021 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* after a sixth-place finish in the first round on October 1, 2021, in Barcelona, Spain, at the Real Club de Polo de Barcelona. Led by Chef d’Equipe Robert […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Announced for Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the 2021 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Final hosted in Barcelona, Spain, at the Real Club de Polo de Barcelona. Competition will begin with the Nations Cup First Round competition taking place […]

Zoe Brown Wins 2021 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West

By US Equestrian Communications Department San Juan Capistrano, Calif. – With a record number of entries at this year’s Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West, reaching the top of the leaderboard required exceptional skill and smart riding across four phases of competition, and Zoe Brown proved that she has what it takes. The […]

U.S. Jumping Team Finishes FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final with Strong Performances and Gold Medal for U.S. Junior Team

By US Equestrian Communications Department Kronenberg, The Netherlands – The U.S. Jumping Team fielded two teams at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final in Kronenberg, the Netherlands, with both junior and young rider athletes experiencing international team competition in a championship atmosphere. The U.S. Junior Jumping Team took top honors, earning team gold in the […]

US Equestrian Announces Junior and Young Rider Teams for 2021 FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the 2021 FEI Jumping Nations Cup Youth Final CSIOY and CSIOJ in Kronenberg, the Netherlands from September 22-26, 2021. The FEI Youth Jumping Nations Cup Final CSIOY and CSIOJ is modeled after the […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Finishes in Fourth Place at CHIO Aachen Dressage Nations Cup CDIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Aachen, Germany – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team finished just off the podium in Nations Cup competition at the CHIO Aachen this week, taking fourth place on a combined total of 63 points. Germany took first on 22 points, the Netherlands earned second place with 40 points, while Great Britain […]

U.S. Eventing Achieves Historic Results at 2021 World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen

By US Equestrian Communications Department Aachen, Germany – It was a historic week for U.S. Eventing as American athletes achieved their best results ever in the CCIO4*-S at CHIO Aachen. The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team of Will Coleman and Off The Record, Sydney Elliott and QC Diamantaire, Ariel Grald and Leamore Master Plan, and Tamie […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Clinches Victory in CHIO Aachen Mercedes-Benz Nations Cup CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Aachen, Germany – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team earned the top podium position after a brilliant display of talent and poise under the lights in the iconic main stadium at the World Equestrian Festival Aachen CHIO. The team of Lucy Deslauriers, Laura Kraut, Brian Moggre, and Jessica Springsteen produced two solid […]

NEWSFLASH: NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Wins CHIO Aachen Mercedes-Benz Nations Cup CSIO5

By US Equestrian Communications Department Aachen, Germany – The NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team secured top honors in the World Equestrian Festival Aachen CHIO Mercedes-Benz Nations Cup CSIO5*, finishing on a final team total of four faults. This is the first time the team has topped the podium at the iconic venue since 2005. Sweden took second place with eight […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Announced for World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5* hosted in Aachen, Germany from September 14, through Sunday, September 19, 2021. The Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5* will take […]

US Equestrian Announces USET Foundation and Land Rover Eventing Grant Recipients for 2021

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian and the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation are pleased to announce the eventing athletes who have been selected to receive grants to assist in their travel to compete in the CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S in Aachen, Germany, Sept. 15-19, 2021, and the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ The Netherlands CCIO4*-L at […]

Land Rover U.S. Driving Team Finishes Eighth, Jacob Arnold Is 12th at 2021 FEI Driving World Championship for Pairs

By US Equestrian Communications Department Kronenberg, the Netherlands – The U.S. contingent had solid performances at the 2021 FEI Driving World Championship for Pairs in Kronenberg, the Netherlands. Chef d’Equipe Marcie Quist guided the Land Rover U.S. Driving Team, consisting of Jacob Arnold, James Miller, and Paul Maye, to an eighth-place finish out of 18 teams […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Finishes with Second Place at Spruce Meadows BMO Nations Cup CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Calgary, AB, Canada – The NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team finished second in the BMO Nations Cup during the 2021 Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament CSIO5* on September 11, 2021, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, the team consisted of Natalie Dean, Alex Granato, Bliss Heers, and McLain Ward. […]

U.S. Endurance Team Finishes in Fifth Place at 2021 FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders & Juniors

By US Equestrian Communications Department Ermelo, The Netherlands – The U.S. Endurance Team finished in fifth place at the 2021 FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders & Juniors in Ermelo, The Netherlands, marking the program’s best finish since 2015. The team combinations of Charlene Dugan (Muncy, Pa.) and Southern Justice, Alex Shampoe (Colorado Springs, Colo.) […]

Land Rover U.S. Driving Team Ready for 2021 FEI Driving World Championship for Pairs

By US Equestrian Communications Department Kronenberg, the Netherlands – The Land Rover U.S. Driving Team is set for the start of the 2021 FEI Driving World Championship for Pairs, running from September 8-12 in Kronenberg, the Netherlands. Chef d’Equipe Marcie Quist guides the U.S contingent at the prestigious event. The Land Rover U.S. Driving Team consists […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Spruce Meadows BMO Nations Cup CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the athletes selected to the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the Spruce Meadows BMO Nations Cup CSIO5* hosted in Calgary, Alberta, Canada on September 11, 2021. Competition will begin this week with the start of the ‘Masters’ CSIO5* Tournament on Wednesday, September 8. The […]

Update: US Equestrian Announces Team for the 2021 FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders & Juniors

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that will represent the United States at the 2021 FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders & Juniors, scheduled to take place September 6-11 in Ermelo, the Netherlands. The following combinations will represent the U.S. Endurance Team and are […]

Roxanne Trunnell and Dolton Break Paralympic Record to Clinch Gold on Final Day of Equestrian Competition of Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – Roxanne Trunnell (Royal Palm Beach, Fla.) and Dolton, a nine-year-old Hanoverian gelding owned by Flintewoode Farms LLC & Karin Flint, secured their second gold-medal of the Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020 win the FEI Grade I Freestyle to Music, earning an 86.927 percent. Richards Snikus (LAT) and King of the Dance collected […]

U.S. Para Dressage Team Earns First-Ever Team Medal with Bronze at Paralympics Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Para Dressage Team finished with the bronze medal at the conclusion of team competition at the Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020. Kate Shoemaker and Solitaer 40 were the final combination to record a score for the team, earning a 71.825 percent from the ground jury in the FEI Grade […]

U.S. Para Dressage Team Completes First Day of Team Competition with One More Ride to Decide Team Medals

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Para Dressage Team finished the first day of team competition at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan, and will see one more ride tomorrow for the team before team medal positions are decided. Roxanne Trunnell and Dolton led as the first team ride of the evening, contesting […]

Roxanne Trunnell Takes Gold in FEI Grade I Individual Test as U.S. Para Dressage Team Looks Ahead to the Start of Team Competition Tomorrow

By U.S. Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Para Dressage Team saw its two remaining combinations in Roxanne Trunnell and Dolton and Rebecca Hart and El Corona Texel make their way down the centerline for the FEI Individual Grade Tests at the Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan. Trunnell and Dolton went early in the order in Grade I competition and received an […]

Beatrice de Lavalette and Kate Shoemaker Open First Day of Competition for U.S. Para Dressage Team at Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Para Dressage Team saw its first two combinations head down the center line at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan, opening the first day of equestrian competition at the Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020. Beatrice de Lavalette and Clarc were the first combination to contest the Grade II Individual Test in the […]

U.S. Para Dressage Team Passes First Horse Inspection and Prepares for First Day of Competition at Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Para Dressage Team presented their horses for the First Horse Inspection of the Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020 before the Ground Jury of Anne Praine (FRA), Sarah Leitch (GBR), Katherine Lucheschi (ITA), Sue Cunningham (AUS), Kjell Myhre (NOR), Jeannette Wolfs (NED), Marc Urban (BEL), and President Marco […]

US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for CHIO Aachen CDIO5* Nations Cup

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. –  US Equestrian is pleased to announce the selected athlete-and-horse combinations for the Aachen CDIO5* hosted as part of the prestigious CHIO Aachen from September 10-19, 2021, in Aachen, Germany. Competition will begin on Friday, September 17, with the FEI Grand Prix and continue through Sunday, September 19, concluding […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations for 2021 FEI Driving World Championship for Pairs

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent the Land Rover U.S. Driving Team at the 2021 FEI Driving World Championship for Pairs, which will take place in Kronenberg, the Netherlands, from September 8-12. Marcie Quist will serve as chef d’equipe. The following combinations will […]

U.S. Jumping Team Takes Silver Medal in Jumping Team Final to Conclude Equestrian Competition at Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Jumping Team earned the silver medal after an intense jump-off battle with Sweden in the Jumping Team Final to conclude equestrian competition at Tokyo 2020. The team of Laura Kraut and Baloutinue, Jessica Springsteen and Don Juan van de Donkhoeve, and McLain Ward and Contagious put […]

U.S. Jumping Team Qualifies for Jumping Team Final for Medals at Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Jumping Team has qualified for the Jumping Team Final to be held on Saturday, August 7, beginning at 7:00 p.m. JST/ 6:00 a.m. EDT at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan. The team finished the Team Qualifier competition in fifth place, earning their spot in tomorrow night’s […]

U.S. Jumping Team Passes Second Horse Inspection in Preparation for Team Qualifier at Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan –  All four combinations of the U.S. Jumping Team passed the Second Horse Inspection at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan, as they prepare for the Jumping Team Qualifier tomorrow night under the lights, beginning at 7:00 p.m. JST/6:00 a.m. EDT. Tomorrow’s team competition will see Laura Kraut (Royal Palm Beach, Fla.) and Baloutinue lead-off […]

U.S. Jumping Team Athletes Turn Focus to Team Qualifying Competition Following Individual Qualifier at Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Jumping Team fielded the maximum of three athlete-and-horse combinations in the Jumping Individual Qualifier at the Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan, with the three combinations narrowly missing the cut for a return for the Individual Final tomorrow evening, and all focus shifting to preparations for the […]

U.S. Eventing Team Finishes in Sixth Place at Conclusion of Team Competition at Tokyo 2020 with All Three Combinations Finishing in the Top 25 Individually

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Eventing Team finished in sixth place out of 14 nations on the final day of competition at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 and end the competition with a team total of 125.80 faults. Doug Payne and Vandiver added four jumping faults to their overall score to finish the team phase […]

U.S. Squad Earns Silver at 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors

By US Equestrian Communications Department Le Mans, France – A talented group of U.S. youth athletes had strong performances at the 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors in Le Mans, France from July 29-August 1. The contingent of U.S. competitors in the individual female, pas de deux, and squad divisions delivered on the world stage […]

U.S. Eventing Team Delivers Three Strong Cross-Country Rounds to Improve Team Standing Ahead of Final Phase at Tokyo

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Eventing Team made strong work of Derek Di Grazia’s track at Sea Forest Cross Country Course in the middle of Tokyo Bay, with all three combinations crossing through the finish line with no jumping penalties. Doug Payne and Vandiver led off the team as the third combination to test the […]

Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg Score a 31.1 to Round Out the Dressage Phase for U.S. Eventing Team at Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg served as the final combination of the three-man team of the U.S. Eventing Team to ride down the centerline for their dressage test at the Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan, receiving a 31.1 from the Ground Jury to secure the team’s eight place standing […]

Doug Payne and Phillip Dutton Lay Foundation for U.S. Eventing Team on First Day of Dressage Competition at Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The first day of competition for the U.S. Eventing Team has concluded at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan, with the team currently sitting in ninth heading into tomorrow’s final grouping of combinations. The U.S. Eventing Team drew fourth in the order out of 15 teams and sent out their […]

U.S. Eventing Team Passes First Horse Inspection at Tokyo 2020 with Flying Colors

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Eventing Team has passed the First Horse Inspection at the Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan, with all four combinations accepted by the Ground Jury consisting of President Nick Burton (GBR), Christina Klingspor (SWE), and Jane Hamlin (USA). Competition will begin tomorrow, July 30, at 8:30 a.m. […]

U.S. Dressage Team Concludes Final Day of Olympic Journey with Top Ten Finishes in FEI Grand Prix Freestyles for Individual Medals at Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Dressage Team concluded their final night at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 contesting the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle for Individual Medals. Sabine Schut-Kery and Sanceo recorded their third personal best score of the week, earning an 84.300 percent, while teammate Steffen Peters (San Diego, Calif.) and Suppenkasper recorded an 80.968 percent from the Ground […]

U.S. Dressage Team Earns Silver Medal in FEI Grand Prix Special for Team Medals at 2020 Tokyo Olympics

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Dressage Team finished team competition at Tokyo 2020 capturing the silver medal under the lights at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan, the first time the team has collected a team silver since the London Olympic Games in 1948. The team competition saw eight nations vie for the three […]

NEWSFLASH: U.S. Dressage Team Earns Silver Medal in Team Competition at Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Dressage Olympic Team has earned a Silver Medal in Team Competition at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020.  Full release to follow.

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team at the CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S in Germany, Sept. 15-19, 2021. “Simultaneously as we are out in Tokyo in our last preparation before the Olympic Games, our eyes have consistently been […]

U.S. Dressage Team Qualifies for FEI Grand Prix Special for Team Medals Following Performances from Lyle and Peters on Second Day of FEI Grand Prix

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – On the second day of FEI Grand Prix competition at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, the U.S. Dressage Team saw its final two pairs help to secure a team start in the FEI Grand Prix Special for Team Medals set to take place on Tuesday, July 27. Adrienne Lyle (Wellington, Fla.) and Salvino were the first […]

Sabine Schut-Kery and Sanceo Lead Off U.S. Dressage Team on First Day of FEI Grand Prix Competition in Tokyo

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – Sabine Schut-Kery (Napa, Calif.) and Sanceo, a 15-year-old Hanoverian stallion owned by Alice Womble, were the first U.S. combination to ride down the centerline at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 at Equestrian Park, completing their FEI Grand Prix Test as part of Group C on the first day of competition. Schut-Kery […]

U.S. Dressage Team Combinations Pass First Horse Inspection at Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 Ahead of Competition Start Tomorrow

By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – All three team combinations of the U.S. Dressage Team passed the First Horse Inspection this morning at Equestrian Park in Tokyo, Japan before the Olympic Ground Jury of Susan Hoevenaars (AUS), Francis Verbeek (NED), Janet Foy (USA), Andrew Gardner (GBR), Hans-Christian Matthiesen (DEN), Magnus Ringmark (SWE), and President of the […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations for Two FEI Driving World Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent the U.S. Driving Team at two FEI World Driving Championships. The FEI Para Driving World Championship for Singles will take place August 5-8 in Schildau, Germany, and Marcie Quist will serve as the chef d’equipe. The FEI […]

US Equestrian Announces Substitution for U.S. Eventing Olympic Team

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced a substitution to the U.S. Eventing Olympic Team ahead of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020. Deniro Z, a 13-year-old KPWN gelding ridden by Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp (Lexington, Ky.) and owned by Ocala Horse Properties, has been withdrawn from the team and will be replaced by Doug Payne (Aiken, […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 as part of Team USA in Tokyo, Japan. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson. Competition will begin on […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Para Dressage Team for Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the four athlete-and-horse combinations that have been selected to the U.S. Para Dressage Team for the Paralympic Games Tokyo 2020 alongside one direct reserve and two team alternates. Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline and Team Leader Laureen Johnson will lead the team in Tokyo. Paralympic […]

US Equestrian Announces Team for the 2021 FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders & Juniors

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations that will represent the United States at the 2021 FEI Endurance World Championship for Young Riders & Juniors, scheduled to take place September 6-11 in Ermelo, the Netherlands. The following combinations will represent the U.S. Endurance Team and are […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of The Netherlands CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup of The Netherlands CSIO5* hosted from July 1-4, 2021, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The two-round FEI Jumping Nations Cup of The Netherlands will take place […]

Combined Driving Athlete Pathway Programs

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian congratulates Combined Driving Elite Athletes who have continued to achieve the highest standard of competition results this year: Jacob Arnold and Endorro, Mr Lindsey G, Pluto Revans, Kian, Kenji V, owned by Steve Wilson; and Dominic, Fleruamo’s Stijn, Zohan, Eliot Van’t Veldhoven, owned by Eleanor ParkesTaylor Bradish and Katydid Duchess, […]

US Equestrian Announces Nominated Entries for 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors and 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the nominated U.S. entries for the 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors to be held in Le Mans, France from July 28-August 1, 2021, and the 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors in Budapest, Hungary from August 25-September 5, 2021. […]

US Equestrian Announces Horse Substitution for U.S. Eventing Olympic Team

By US Equestrian. Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced a horse substitution for the U.S. Eventing Olympic Team ahead of the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020. The Luke 140 Syndicate’s Luke 140, the selected mount for Boyd Martin (Cochranville, Pa.), will be replaced by Martin’s first direct reserve, Tsetserleg, a 14-year-old Trakehner gelding owned by […]

Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Completes a Successful Outing at Perrigo Tryon Sumer Dressage CPEDI3*; Trunnell and Dolton Win Individual Title

By US Equestrian Communications Department Mill Spring, N.C. – Competition concluded at the Perrigo Tryon Summer Dressage CPEDI3* with all 12 athlete-and-horse combinations completing their FEI Para Team Tests on Saturday night and 11 combinations performing their FEI Freestyle Tests on Sunday morning. Friday’s Individual Test scores and Saturday’s Team Test scores are combined with Sunday’s […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Dressage Olympic Team Ahead of Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent Team USA at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 in Tokyo, Japan, as part of the U.S. Dressage Olympic Team. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Debbie McDonald and Team Leader Hallye Griffin. The […]

US Equestrian Announces Dates and Location for the 2021 North American Endurance Championships and USEF Endurance National Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce plans for the 2021 North American Endurance Championships (NAEC) and USEF Endurance National Championships. Both events will take place at the Broxton Bridge CEI in Ehrhardt, S.C., November 10-14. Athletes in the USEF Endurance National Championships will compete for four titles: 2021 […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Poland CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of Poland CSIO5* held in Sopot, Poland from June 16-20, 2021. The Nations Cup competition is scheduled for Sunday, June 20, beginning at 11:00 a.m. GMT+2. The following athletes […]

The Aiken Summer Classic Series Will Support the USET Foundation Ahead of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Tokyo

By Kara Pinato Scro / Jump Media GLADSTONE, N.J. – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation will be receiving generous support from the Classic Company, the management company behind the Aiken Summer Classic hunter/jumper horse show series. Throughout the two weeks of shows at Aiken Summer Classic, June 16-20 and June 23-27, 2021, all of the entry […]

Arnold Claims USEF Advanced Pair Horse Combined Driving National Championship at Kentucky Classic CDE

By US Equestrian Communications Department Paris, Ky. – The Kentucky Classic Combined Driving Event concluded on Sunday with the cones phase at the picturesque Hillcroft Farm. A small but mighty field contested the USEF Advanced Pair Horse Combined Driving National Championship, and Jacob Arnold took home his second consecutive title. Arnold (Goshen, Ky.) drove Steve Wilson’s […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Eventing Olympic Team for Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations who will represent the U.S. Eventing Olympic Team as part of Team USA at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 in Tokyo, Japan. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Erik Duvander and Team Leader Jenni Autry. Competition […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for the Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athletes selected to represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the Nations Cup of Rome CSIO5* held at the Piazza di Siena in Rome, Italy from May 26-30, 2021. The two-round team competition is scheduled to take place on Friday, […]

Ben Ebeling: On the Brink of Stardom

At 21 years old, Ben Ebeling is balancing dressage, show jumping and college — all while hoping for a shot at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics

A Big Year for Lucy Deslauriers

Show jumper Lucy Deslauriers balances college full-time and runs The Equestrian Cooperative, a social justice initiative — all while preparing for a chance at the 2021 Olympics.

A Legend in American Dressage Prepares for What’s Next

Champion Jan Ebeling has created an American dynasty in dressage — and there’s nothing he loves more than training alongside his son, Ben.

Meet the Para-Dressage Rider Who Defied Insurmountable Odds

Beatrice De Lavalette was the most critically injured person at the 2016 Brussels airport bombing. But after suffering severe injuries, Beatrice is back in the saddle with her sights set on the Paralympic podium.

US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ France CDIO5*

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the athlete/horse combinations that will compete as part of The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team at the FEI Dressage Nations CupTM France CDIO5* in Compiègne. The competition will take place during the Internationaux de Dressage de Compiègne, May 27-30, 2021. George Williams will serve as […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Vaulting Team Short List Athletes for 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the athletes nominated to the U.S. Vaulting Team Short List ahead of the 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors to be held from July 28 – August 1, 2021, in Le Mans, France, and the 2021 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Seniors to […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Dressage Team Short List for Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the 12 athletes who have been selected to the U.S. Dressage Olympic Short List. The total of 15 athlete/horse combinations are in consideration for the three team spots and one traveling reserve for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games this summer. The following athletes and […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Dressage Young Rider European Tour Team

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the combinations for the U.S. Dressage Young Rider European Tour. The Tour provides a link to the Discover Dressage™ USEF/USDF Emerging Athlete Program, and an opportunity for the athletes to gain experience in a team competition format abroad. These athletes will compete as individuals […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team Short List Ahead of Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games Team Selection

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the 10 athletes who have been selected to the U.S. Jumping Team Olympic Short List for continued observation ahead of team selection for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games later this summer. The following athletes and horses have been selected to the U.S. Jumping Team […]

US Equestrian Announces Team for the 2021 Longines FEI Endurance World Championship

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete/horse combinations that will represent the United States at the 2021 Longines FEI Endurance World Championship, scheduled to take place May 21-22 at San Rossore, Pisa, Italy. The following combinations will represent the U.S. Endurance Team and are listed in alphabetical […]

A Rising Star: How Brian Moggre Is Taking The Jumping World by Storm

At just 19 years old, Brian Moggre owns his own business and is hard at work learning how to build a show jumping operation for the future.

Working Toward a Paralympic Dream

When not running her own veterinary practice, Kate Shoemaker is preparing to seek Paralympic glory with her horse, Solitaer 40.

From Robert Dover’s Groom to Dressage Superstar

For almost two decades, Katherine Bateson-Chandler was a dedicated groom. Then, she decided it was time to give her dreams of dressage stardom a shot.

The Woman Who Knows Horses Best

A lifelong love of caring for animals led Emma Ford to a career in grooming for some of America’s top event horses — but it’s more than just brushing a horse.

Area 2 Takes CCI3*-S Team Victory, Area 1 Tops CCI2*-S in Inaugural Adequan®/USEF Eventing Youth Team Challenge Aiken

By US Equestrian Communications Department Aiken, S.C. – A total of 29 youth athletes participated in the inaugural Adequan/USEF Eventing Youth Team Challenge Aiken on March 25-27, 2021, at Stable View Farm in Aiken, S.C., representing Areas 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 8. A new USEF Eventing program launched in 2021 as an evolution […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Takes Silver in Stillpoint Farm FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ CDIO3* USA Following Close Competition with Germany

By US Equestrian Communications Department Wellington, Fla. – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team finished second on the podium in the Stillpoint Farm FEI Dressage Nations Cup CDIO3* USA at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., with a total team score of 448.381% for the silver medal. They were narrowly edged by the team […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Holds Second Place Following First Day of Stillpoint Farm FEI Dressage Nations Cup CDIO3* USA; U.S. U25 Dressage Team Clinches Second-Place Finish in FEI CDIO-U25 Nations Cup

By US Equestrian Communications Department Wellington, Fla. – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team, led by Chef d’Equipe Debbie McDonald, currently sits in second place heading into the second day of competition tomorrow at the Stillpoint Farm FEI Dressage Nations Cup CDIO3* USA at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, Fla. The team’s […]

USET Foundation Names Woods Baughman as Recipient of the Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant

Gladstone, N.J. – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has named Woods Baughman of Lexington, Ky., as the recipient of the 2021 Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant. Baughman is a current member of the US Equestrian 2021 Eventing High Performance Pre-Elite Training List. As the recipient of the grant, Baughman will receive up to $5,000 to help offset expenses associated with […]

Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team Finishes with Strong Showing in Perrigo CPEDI3* presented by Adequan® and Nutrena

By US Equestrian Communications Department The Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team continued with strong performances at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla. in the Perrigo CPEDI3* presented by Adequan and Nutrena. With Chef d’Equipe Michel Assouline at the helm, the team of Beatrice de Lavalette (Loxahatchee, Fla.) and her new mount Clarc, a 14-year-old KWPN gelding owned by […]

Combinations Selected to Represent Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team at Perrigo CPEDI3* presented by Adequan® and Nutrena

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to compete as part of the Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team at the Perrigo CPEDI3* presented by Adequan® and Nutrena hosted at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., from March 12-14. This will be the second CPEDI3* of […]

US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ CDIO3* USA and FEI Nations Cup CDIO-U25

By US Equestrian Communications Department US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team at the FEI Dressage Nations Cup CDIO3* USA and the FEI Nations Cup CDIO-U25 hosted at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, Fla. from March 17-20. The FEI Dressage Nations Cup […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Tops Podium in FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

By US Equestrian Communications Department  Wellington, Fla. – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team bested the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* hosted at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, Fla., topping a field of seven other international teams to capture their first win of the 2021 season. Finishing on a final two-round score of just […]

USET Foundation Recognizes Sponsors, Patrons, Participants for Successful “Tee Off to Tokyo” Golf Classic Presented by Ethel M Chocolates and Lugano Diamonds

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation, the philanthropic partner of US Equestrian (USEF), hosted a benefit event on Monday, February 22, 2021, at The Wanderers Club in Wellington, FL. The “Tee Off to Tokyo” Golf Classic, presented by Ethel M Chocolates and Lugano Diamonds, was a huge success for the USET Foundation, […]

Three USEF Preliminary Combined Driving National Champions Crowned at Grand Oaks CDE

By Kathleen Landwehr, US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, KY – Competitors in the USEF Preliminary Combined Driving National Championships displayed their skill at the Grand Oaks Combined Driving Event (CDE). Barbara Sims, Phillip Odden, and Raymond Helmuth took home national championship titles in their respective divisions after delivering top performances at the Grand Oaks Resort in […]

USET Foundation Elects Three New Members to the Board of Trustees

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation elected three new members to the Board of Trustees at its annual meeting on January 12, 2021. The new trustees are Sloan Lindemann Barnett, Caroline Moran, and Laura Wasserman. The USET is the philanthropic partner of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and supports America’s […]

USET Foundation Awards Rising Dressage Star Hannah Irons With Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the 2021 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy to 20-year-old Hannah Irons of Queenstown, Maryland. Each year, the USET awards the Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy to a Junior/Young Rider in an Olympic discipline who exemplifies the Team’s ideals of sportsmanship and horsemanship. Irons, an active member of the […]

USET Foundation Awards Para Dressage World Number One Roxanne Trunnell With 2021 Whitney Stone Cup

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the 2021 Whitney Stone Cup to Roxanne (“Roxie”) Trunnell of Royal Palm Beach, Florida, making her the first para dressage rider and only the eighth dressage rider to receive the honor in its 40-year history. Currently, Trunnell is ranked number one in the FEI Para Dressage […]

USET Foundation Awards Will Faudree With the Connaught Grant in Memory of Bruce Duchossois

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the 2021 Connaught Grant to Will Faudree, and his mount, Mama’s Magic Way, a ten-year-old Hanoverian gelding owned by Jennifer Mosing. Each year, the USET administers up to $25,000 to a CCI* or CCI2* horse in the U.S. that is seen as a […]

USET Foundation Unveils Dynamic New Website

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation, the philanthropic partner of US Equestrian, has unveiled its newly-designed, dynamic website, USET.org. Designed with the equestrian community in mind, the updated website improves ease-of-use and access to Team and competition news through articles, photos, and videos and emphasizes the latest USET initiatives.  Notably, the website […]

USET Foundation Awards Liz Halliday-Sharp With the Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition & Training Grant

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition & Training Grant to Liz Halliday-Sharp, and her mount, Cooley Quicksilver, a nine-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding owned by The Monster Partnership. As the recipient of the grant, Halliday-Sharp, who is an athlete on US Equestrian’s Eventing […]

Eventing’s Leading Couple Share Everything… Even Their Name!

British gold medalist Leslie Law—along with his wife, Lesley—is shaping the future of U.S. eventing

The Art of Horsemanship

Olympian and show jumping legend Melanie Smith Taylor is preparing the next generation of riders with lifelong horsemanship skills — from the ground up.

He Keeps America’s Top Show Jumpers Healthy and Happy

For 20 years, U.S. Show Jumping Team Veterinarian Tim Ober has traveled the globe to keep the team fit and bringing home gold.

McLain Ward: Class Act, In and Out of the Ring

The show jumping superstar has represented the U.S. at the world’s biggest competitions since he was 14. Now 44, McLain’s focused on bringing back gold from the 2021 Olympic Games — and on helping young riders navigate the steep mental challenges of the sport.

Skylar Wireman Shines at 2020 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West

By Kathleen Landwehr, US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – A talented group of athletes demonstrated their skills over two days of competition at the 2020 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West at Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. Once the final phase concluded on Sunday, 15-year-old Skylar Wireman […]

USET Foundation Exceeds Giving Games Goal

Gladstone, NJ – August 12, 2020 – Through the Giving Games, and with the help of incredible equestrian sport fans, the USET Foundation and US Equestrian raised more than $72,000 to support and sustain U.S. athletes preparing for the Tokyo Olympic and Paralympic Games, which have been postponed to the summer of 2021. Held on […]

Giving Games for U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Equestrians Ends Tomorrow

Lexington, KY/Gladstone, NJ – August 8, 2020 – While equestrians across the country have raised more than $48,000 in the past two weeks, support for our Olympic and Paralympic equestrian hopefuls is still needed. There is still time left to donate and be a part of the Giving Games fundraising for next year’s Tokyo Olympic […]

To Michael Page, Winning Isn’t the Only Thing

The two-time Olympic medalist is still teaching young athletes what matters most: a passion for riding and a boundless desire to get better.

Annie Klepper: Dressage Superstar by Day, Designer by Night

At just 15 years old, Annie is a North American champ poised for even greater success — and she’s also a thriving businesswoman.

Lure of Olympics Keeps Beezie Madden in the Game

One of America’s top show jumpers is refocused on Tokyo 2021, putting her semi-retirement on hold for another shot at gold.

Switching Gears: From Motorsports Champion to Olympic Eventing Hopeful

Once the world’s top female endurance racecar driver, Liz Halliday-Sharp is now steering toward a new career goal: competing for the U.S. Equestrian Team in the 2021 Olympics.

From the President

Dear Friends, My thoughts are with you and your family and I hope everyone is well and adjusting to the changes necessary due to COVID-19. As a valued and loyal supporter of the USET Foundation, I want to let you know how the Foundation is faring and provide an update on the USEF High Performance […]

Riding the Ups and Downs of the COVID-19 Crisis

Running her own farm while also competing internationally has taught dressage star Olivia LaGoy-Weltz how to handle the unexpected — and that’s more crucial than ever now.

From Show Jumping Olympian to Kentucky Derby-Winning Trainer

Halfway through his career as a world champion show jumper, Michael Matz decided to try something new: thoroughbred racing.

When Roxie Trunnell’s Life Was Turned Upside Down, a Special Horse Kept Her Grounded

In February 2020, the 34-year-old became the first U.S. rider to be ranked #1 in the world for para-dressage

Lyla Florio’s Long, Wonderful Ride

The 88-year-old horsewoman ran Coppergate Farm with her husband for more than 40 years. Now, she stays connected by supporting the U.S. Equestrian Team.

USET Foundation Awards Mia Farley with Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the 2020 Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant to Mia Farley, a current member of the United States Equestrian Federation (US Equestrian) Emerging Athlete Eventing 25 Program. As the recipient of the grant, Farley, who trains with the O’Connor Event Team, will receive up to […]

An Update from USET Foundation on Postponement of Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games

Gladstone, NJ – Following the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and Organizing Committee’s announcement on March 24, 2020, of the postponement of the Tokyo 2020 Olympic & Paralympic Games, the USET Foundation wishes to thank all of its donors for their incredible partnership leading up to the championships. We will continue to monitor preparations and maintain […]

USET Foundation Remembers Brownlee O. Currey Jr.

Gladstone, Nj. – It is with incredible sadness that the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has learned of the untimely passing of Brownlee O. Currey Jr. An esteemed leader and ambassador of USET and equestrian sport for more than three decades, Currey, of Franklin, TN, served as chairman of the USET board of trustees […]

A Message from the USET Foundation

Gladstone, NJ – As the world navigates through these uncertain times, the USET Foundation continues to focus on its mission and the support of our athletes as they move forward in preparation for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Now, more than ever, they need our support and we will continue doing the important work […]

USET Foundation and US Equestrian Mourn Loss of Patrick “Packy” McGaughan

Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation and US Equestrian are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Patrick “Packy” McGaughan. McGaughan was a beloved member of the eventing community, devoting his life to the sport as a competitor and trainer. He passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2020 at the age of […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Secures Gold At Stillpoint Farm FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA

Wellington, Fla. – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team started their 2020 Nations Cup campaign with a top finish in the Stillpoint Farm FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3* on Thursday, March 12. Chef d’Equipe Debbie McDonald led the team of Katherine Bateson-Chandler with Alcazar, Adrienne Lyle with Harmony’s Duval, Anna Marek with Dee Clair, and Steffen Peters […]

FEI World Cup™ Finals 2020 in Las Vegas Cancelled Due to Coronavirus

Las Vegas, Nev. – The International Equestrian Federation (FEI), United States Equestrian Federation and Las Vegas Events have announced the force majeure cancellation of the FEI World Cup™ Finals 2020 in Las Vegas. The annual equestrian competition, featuring the Olympic disciplines of jumping and dressage, was scheduled for April 15-19 at the Thomas & Mack Center. […]

U.S. Stars and Stripes Team Takes Gold in FEI Nations Cup™ CDIO-U25

Wellington, Fla. – Personal best FEI Intermediate II 16-25 Test scores from Benjamin Ebeling with Illuster Van de Kampert and Emma Asher with Elegance N helped give the U.S. Stars and Stripes Team the gold medal edge in the FEI Nations Cup CDIO-U25 on Wednesday, March 11. The competition, which debuted in 2017, is part of […]

Teams Announced for USEF Futures Team Challenge at Carolina International

Lexington, Ky – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the eventing athletes who will participate in the USEF Futures Team Challenge, a two-day training program and unofficial team competition, at the Cloud 11~Gavilan North LLC Carolina International CCI and Horse Trial, held March 19-22 in Raeford, N.C. Launched in 2019, the USEF Futures Team Challenge is […]

Teams Announced for FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA and CDIO-U25 Nations Cup in Wellington, Fla.

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team is set to contest their first team competition of the season at the 2020 Stillpoint Farm FEI Nations Cup CDIO3* from March 11-13 hosted at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, Fla.  The 2020 Stillpoint Farm FEI Nations Cup […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Claims Commanding Win in FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

Wellington, Fla. – The NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team topped a field of nine teams to win the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* on Saturday, February 29, during the 2020 Winter Equestrian Festival at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. In his senior Nations Cup debut, 18-year-old Brian Moggre (Flower Mound, Texas) delivered a double-clear performance […]

Groom Extraordinaire Sally Robertson’s Labor of Love

After more than two decades, she’s still finding ways to keep the equine athletes she adores, happy, healthy and performing like champions.

Olympian Adrienne Lyle Is Ready to Get Back in the Show Ring

With her new equine partner, the dressage champion is hoping to make it to her second Olympic Games.

Remembering a Legend: America’s First Show Jumping Champion

At the 1968 Olympics, William “Bill” Steinkraus, aboard Snowbound, became the first U.S. show jumper to win an individual gold medal. But that is just part of Bill’s story.

“Horses Just Make Life Better” for this Equestrian Sport-loving Family

Helping their daughter compete, Tom and Roberta Hawkins fell in love with equestrian —and saw first-hand why it’s so important to support Team USA’s hardworking athletes.

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Named for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes who will represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* hosted at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, Fla. Competition will begin on Wednesday, February 26, and the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* is set to take […]

Four USEF Preliminary Combined Driving National Championships Crowned at Florida Spring Fling CDE

Ocala, Fla. – The Florida Spring Fling Combined Driving Event (CDE) played host to the 2020 USEF Preliminary Combined Driving National Championships and the exciting competition that unfolded at the Florida Horse Park. Four preliminary divisions had athletes take home their national championship titles. USEF Preliminary Single Horse Combined Driving National Championship Raymond Helmuth (Cambridge, […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Starts 2020 Nations Cup Season With Home Victory in Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ USA Following Exciting Jump-Off

Wellington, Fla. –  The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team started their journey to the 2020 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Final on the right foot, as they topped the podium in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ USA, hosted at Deeridge Farms in Wellington, Fla., following an exciting finish determined by a two-rider head-to-head jump-off with Great […]

U.S. Youth Teams Sweep Top Podiums for Second Consecutive Year in Palm Beach Masters CSI Team Competition

Wellington, Fla. – In a battle for top honors and striving to gain valuable team experience, the U.S. Young Rider, Junior, and Children’s Jumping Teams dominated their respective competitions in the Palm Beach Masters CSI on Saturday, February 15, sweeping the first place podiums for the second year in a row. The Children’s team started the […]

McLain Ward and Noche de Ronda Secure Win in $213,300 Longines Grand Prix CSIO5* at Palm Beach Masters

Wellington, Fla. – McLain Ward (Brewster, N.Y.) guided his mount Noche de Ronda to their second consecutive five-star grand prix win in two weeks, as the duo rose to the top of the $213,300 Longines Grand Prix CSIO5* today at Deeridge Farms. The pair crossed through the finish in 37.86 seconds to take the win, while […]

US Equestrian Names Teams for Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ USA and Palm Beach Masters Youth CSIO

U.S. will be represented by two Young Rider teams, two Junior teams, and one Children’s team in Youth CSIO competition Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the roster of team athletes who will represent the United States at the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup USA and Palm Beach Masters Youth CSIO competition hosted […]

US Equestrian Announces List of Athletes Selected to 2020 USEF Eventing 25 Emerging Athlete Program

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the final list of athletes named to the 2020 USEF Eventing 25 Emerging Athlete Program, following four program Assessment Sessions hosted during the month of January in Ocala, Fla., Aiken, S.C., and Temecula, Calif. The USEF Eventing 25 Program offers athletes 25 years of age and under […]

USEF Futures Team Challenge Competitions Announced for 2020

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the 2020 competitions for the USEF Futures Team Challenge, which will continue to offer eventing athletes the experience of competing in a team environment in the program’s second year. The USEF Futures Team Challenge will return to The Cloud 11~Gavilan North LLC Carolina International CCI and Horse […]

He’s Wild and Small, but Lauren Kieffer Believes in Him, Big Time

The U.S. Eventing star aims to take her latest equestrian partner, Vermiculus, a.k.a “Bug,” to the top.

Teen Vaulter Sydney Schimack Grows by Leaps and Bounds

She began her journey with no gymnastics or equestrian experience. Now, she’s climbing to the top with a World Championships bronze medal and the 2019 Vaulter of the Year Award.

A Dressage Champion Keeps Her Promise

Laura Graves has set aside her dream of an Olympic return to do what’s best for her long-time equine partner, Verdades.

Steffen Peters Preps for Olympic Games #5 His Way

America’s premier dressage rider’s routine includes grueling workouts, meditation, gliding above San Diego’s cliffs, and lots of time with Mopsie, his trusty equine partner.

US Equestrian Announces Member Updates to Kundrun USEF Dressage Development Program List

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the updated member list for the Kundrun USEF Dressage Development Program. The Kundrun USEF Dressage Development Program provides strategic guidance and resources to athletes selected to the program, who have the perceived ability to make or contribute to podium-quality scores. Charlotte Bredahl, the current U.S. Dressage Development […]

US Equestrian Announces Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for Adequan Global Dressage Festival 3 CPEDI3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the four athlete-and-horse combinations who will represent the Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival 3 CPEDI3*. The competition will run from January 22-25 in Wellington, Fla., and is the second CPEDI3* competition this year for the Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team, led by Chef d’Equipe […]

Brian Moggre, Boyd Martin, and Abigail Wexner Awarded USET Foundation’s Highest Honors

Wellington, FL – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation presented the organization’s three most prestigious awards to Brian Moggre, Boyd Martin, and Abigail Wexner on January 17 at the “Take Me To Tokyo” gala in Wellington, FL. Brian Moggre Named Recipient of Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy Brian Moggre, 19, of Flower Mound, TX, was awarded […]

USET Foundation’s Take Me To Tokyo Gala Raises $1.5 Million to Publicly Launch “Raising the Bar” Campaign

Wellington, FL – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation publicly launched its $40 million “Raising the Bar” campaign on Friday, January 17, at the organization’s Take Me To Tokyo gala at Deeridge Farm in Wellington, FL. With more than 500 guests in attendance, the gala event, featuring chairs Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa and […]

US Equestrian Announces Updates to U.S. Dressage Elite and Pre-Elite Lists

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the updated U.S. Dressage Elite and Pre-Elite Lists for 2020. The Elite Program was established to provide support and resources to athlete/horse combinations that have proven they are internationally competitive. View the complete criteria. Membership is reviewed twice annually and new members may be added on a rolling […]

Take Me to Tokyo Silent Auction: Bid Online and Win Once-In-A-Lifetime Opportunity with Olympic Show Jumpers, FEI World Cup Finals VIP Package, and More in Support of USET Foundation!

Wellington, FL – The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to spend an hour each with Olympic show jumpers Joe Fargis, Kent Farrington, Laura Kraut, Beezie Madden, and McLain Ward; a weekend on Cape Cod; and a VIP package for the 2020 Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI) World Cup Finals are just a few of the exciting items and packages […]

Springsteen Signed Motorcycle, Tokyo Olympics Package, and Much More Up For Bid at USET Foundation Gala!

Wellington, FL – On Friday, January 17, in Wellington, FL, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation will host “Take Me To Tokyo,” a benefit gala to raise critical funds to support the U.S. Equestrian Teams headed for the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games. Chaired and hosted by honorary chairmen Lou and Joan […]

Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa Named Chairs of USET Foundation Take Me To Tokyo Gala

Wellington, FL – Bruce Springsteen and Patti Scialfa will join honorary chairmen Lou and Joan Jacobs as chairs of the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s Take Me To Tokyo gala, to be held on Friday, January 17, in Wellington, FL. The gala, hosted by the Jacobs at their Deeridge Farm beginning at 6 p.m., […]

US Equestrian Names Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for Adequan Global Dressage Festival 1 CPEDI3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations who will represent the Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival 1 CPEDI3*. Held from January 8-11 in Wellington, Fla., the CPEDI3* will be the first team competition for the Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team in 2020. Michel Assouline will […]

Rising to the Driving Challenge! Misdee and James Miller, Steve Wilson, and Laura Lee Brown Continue USET Foundation Gift-Matching Initiative

Gladstone, NJ – Misdee and James Miller, Steve Wilson, and Laura Lee Brown initiated the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation Driving Challenge in 2017 with a goal of raising $1,200,000 for the U.S. Equestrian High Performance Driving program, and today, the loyal supporters and active drivers remain committed to closing in on that goal. […]

Quiet, Kindred Spirits: Callie Jones and Don Philippo

How a shy, young dressage rider and an anxious horse found their confidence.

Steve Wilson Takes the Equestrian Sport of Driving to New Heights

Steve didn’t start combined driving until he was 62, but in eight years, he’s won four national championships — all while being legally blind.

Hallye Griffin Looks Beyond Tokyo to Paris and LA

Hallye Griffin, Managing Director of U.S. Dressage, helps Olympic athletes reach their dreams.

Gia Rinaldi’s Bold Leap of Faith

The young show jumper from Wayne, Illinois dropped out of college and moved to Germany in her quest to be best.

USET Foundation Announces Leadership Gift for U.S. Equestrian Dressage Development Program

Lexington, Ky. – The U.S. Equestrian High Performance Dressage Development Program will continue to provide strategic guidance and resources to dressage athletes, thanks to the generous support of Fritz and Claudine Kundrun through the U.S. Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation. Newly named the Kundrun Dressage Development Program, the U.S. Equestrian initiative was created to provide support […]

US Equestrian Announces Updated Selection Structure for 2020 USEF Eventing 25 Program

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the list of athletes who have been named to participate in an assessment of their skills prior to the 2020 USEF Eventing 25 Program selection. The USEF Eventing 25 Program offers athletes 25 years of age and under access to coaching and instruction, high intensity training sessions, […]

US Equestrian Announces Updates to Training Lists for U.S. Eventing Pathway Program

Lexington, KY – November 26, 2019 – US Equestrian has announced updates to the Elite, Pre-Elite and Development Training Lists of U.S. Performance Director Erik Duvander’s U.S. Eventing Pathway Program. Full details on the Pathway Program, including selection criteria for the training lists, are available on the USEF website. “With just over eight months until […]

Wonder Woman: Maria Muzzio Balances Horses, Classes and Varsity Athletics

An endurance rider with an impressive collegiate track and field career, Maria has her eyes on her next journey: farriery.

Nick Wagman Gets Back in the Saddle Again

Despite two confidence-rattling falls, the veteran dressage rider has his eyes on the 2020 Olympics with Don John.

An Unpredictable Horse Gets His Second Chance

Anna Buffini was forced to retire Wilton after a series of perilous events. But two years later, she’s discovered a new connection with the gelding.

Defying Gravity: Kimberly Palmer’s Gymnastics on Horseback

The 24-year-old daredevil – one of America’s top vaulters – is prepping for the 2020 World Championships in Sweden.

USET Foundation to Host “Take Me To Tokyo” Gala

Wellington, FL – November 26, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation will hold a special benefit event on Friday, January 17, 2020, at Deeridge Farm in Wellington, FL. The “Take Me To Tokyo” gala will raise critical funds to support the U.S. Equestrian Teams headed for the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics and […]

Allison Springer and Francesca Spoltore Crowned USEF CCI2*-L Eventing National Champions

by US Equestrian Communications Department/Leslie Threlkeld  Lexington, VA — As the highest placed American in the CCI2*-LA division, Allison Springer (Upperville, Va.) and Crystal Crescent Moon took home the USEF CCI2*-L Eventing National Championship and the Richard Collins Trophy in style, finishing on their dressage score of 30.0 to secure this year’s coveted honors. “He’s my […]

U.S. Junior Team Takes Bronze At FEI Jumping Junior Nations Cup™ Tianjin CSIOJ

Tianjin, China – The team of three junior athletes who traveled to China to represent the United States at the FEI Jumping Junior Nations Cup™ Tianjin CSIOJ in Tianjin, China, claimed the bronze medal in a positive, educational experience at their first intercontinental FEI Nations Cup competition. On November 3 at the Tianjin Goldin Metropolitan […]

Ms. Independent Makes It Happen on the Global Stage

Ariel Grald has taken on two of the biggest eventing trials in the world in 2019 — and she’s come away stronger than ever.

Unstoppable David Botana Sets His Sights on Tokyo

The 17-year-old para-dressage rider won’t let anything stand in the way of his dream: the 2020 Paralympics.

75 Miles and 18 Hours on Horseback: Katelyn Baldino’s Happy Place

Just 21, she’s already logged thousands of miles on horseback as one of America’s top young endurance riders.

Meet One of Cavalor FEI’s Best Grooms of the Year

Eddie Garcia has devoted the past 13 years to caring for some of the most famous dressage horses in the world.

Meet Margie Engle, Kent Farrington, and Robert Ridland at WIHS Autograph Signing!

Equestrian sport fans are invited to meet Margie Engle, Kent Farrington, and Robert Ridland at the Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) on Saturday, October 26, at 6:15 p.m. at a book signing for the U.S. Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s new coffee table-style book “Riding for the Team”! The 302-page hardback volume book contains memories, images, […]

Erin Sylvester Crowned The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI4*-L Eventing National Champion at The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International

Fair Hill, Md. – Erin Sylvester and Paddy the Caddy ended their long history of competing at The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International in style, winning The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI4*-L Eventing National Championship. Joining her in the victory circle was Woods Baughman aboard C’est La Vie 135 as The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI3*-L Eventing National Champions […]

Top Stars to Sign USET Foundation’s “Riding for the Team” Book at Washington International Horse Show

Gladstone, NJ – The U.S. Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announces a unique opportunity for fans of equestrian sport with a book signing for the coffee table-style book, “Riding for the Team,” at the Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) on Saturday, October 26, at 6:15 p.m. The 302-page hardback volume contains memories, images, and stories from […]

US Equestrian Announces Team for FEI Jumping Junior Nations Cup™ Tianjin CSIOJ

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the team of three athletes who will represent the United States at the FEI Jumping Junior Nations Cup™ Tianjin CSIOJ in Tianjin, China from October 31-November 3 at the Tianjin Goldin Metropolitan Polo Club. The team, who will be led by Chef d’Equipe DiAnn Langer, are […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Tests New Olympic Format at FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ The Netherlands

Tamie Smith and Mai Baum Earn Top-15 Finish by US Equestrian Communications Department/Classic Communications  Enschede, the Netherlands – Tamie Smith and Mai Baum were the highest placed combination of the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ The Netherlands hosted at the Military Boekelo CCIO4*-L in Enschede, the Netherlands, earning a […]

Ellie Ferrigno Captures Victory in 2019 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – East

by the US Equestrian Communications Department/Jump Media Gladstone, N.J. – The win in the 2019 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – East went to Ellie Ferrigno (17) of Newtown, Conn., after four phases of competition on October 5-6 at the United States Equestrian Team Foundation headquarters in Gladstone, N.J. “I find it such an […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Ties for Third Place in Longines FEI Nations Cup™ Final Challenge Cup

by US Equestrian Communications Department Barcelona, Spain – The NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team secured a three-way tie for third place with Brazil and Great Britain in the Longines FEI Nations Cup Final Challenge Cup, finishing on a team score of 12 under the lights at Real Club de Polo de Barcelona in front of an enthusiastic crowd. […]

USET Launches New Book, “Riding for the Team”

For Immediate Release October 3, 2019 Jennifer Wood jwood@jumpmediallc.com USET Foundation Launches New Book, “Riding for the Team” Gladstone, NJ – The U.S. Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has launched a new book, “Riding for the Team,” edited by renowned equestrian journalist Nancy Jaffer. Presented as a 302-page hardback coffee table-style book full of memories and […]

Boyd Martin Stays Focused… and Delivers

The U.S. Eventing star – no stranger to adversity – savors his double-gold effort at the Pan Am Games while looking to the challenges ahead.

Historic Hamilton Farm: Colorful Past, Bright Future

It’s been a working farm. A WWII hospital. And, since 1961, the cradle of equestrian dreams.

Healing Horses with Her Hands

For almost three decades, Jo-Ann Wilson has dedicated herself to improving the performance of America’s top eventing horses through sports massage.

Sarah Lockman’s Childhood Dream Turns to Pan Am Gold

Her whole life, she envisioned becoming a dressage champion — and it all started with a one-eyed pony.

US Equestrian Names Talented Jumping Team Lineups for Longines FEI Nations Cup™ Final and FEI Youth Nations Cup™ Final

by US Equestrian Communications Department  Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the list of athletes who will represent the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final CSIO, hosted from October 3-6, at Real Club de Polo Barcelona, in Barcelona, Spain, as well as athletes competing for the […]

Emma Catherine Reichow Tops the Field in the 2019 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West

by US Equestrian Communications Department/EQSOL San Juan Capistrano, Calif. – Emma Catherine Reichow (Menlo Park, Calif.) takes home the win in the 2019 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – West aboard Campitello 5. In a testament to her talent and ability, Reichow competed and captured the title aboard a catch ride. Clearly suitable for […]

Paul Cormier Will Take Dressage Over Whiskey Any Day

This longtime USET Foundation donor and equestrian spends his days giving back to the sport that has captivated him for decades.

How Samantha Found Her Horse and Shot to the Top of the Jumping World

18-year-old Samantha Cohen and her long-term equestrian partner, Carmen, have become an unstoppable force at home and abroad.

Ravel: Top U.S. Dressage Horse, Ever!

After years in the limelight, Steffen Peters’ long-time partner is enjoying retirement. Here’s what Ravel’s up to these days, and why you should use your “inside voice” if you ever meet him.

Meet the Man Developing the Future of Para-Equestrian Sport

With Michel Assouline at the helm, American para-dressage looks bright.

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Calgary CSIO5*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the following athletes to the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Calgary CSIO5*. The competition is part of the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament taking place in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, September 4-8. The following athletes will represent the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team in the FEI Jumping […]

USET Foundation Announces Ariel Grald and Ellie MacPhail O’Neal for Jacqueline B. Mars International and National Competition Grants

Gladstone, N.J. – Aug. 21, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is thrilled to announce Ariel Grald as the 2019 recipient of the Jacqueline B. Mars International Grant, and Ellie MacPhail O’Neal as the recipient of the Jacqueline B. Mars National Grant. These distinguished eventing athletes boast impressive records and demonstrates high-performance […]

USET Foundation Presents 2019 Maxine Beard Award to Sophie Gochman

Gladstone, N.J. – Aug. 8, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is excited to announce this year’s recipient of the coveted Maxine Beard Show Jumping Developing Rider Award is Sophie Gochman of New York City, New York. At just 16 years old, the accomplished athlete will be adding this prestigious award to […]

U.S. Eventing Team Punches Ticket to Tokyo 2020 With Stellar Performances at Lima 2019

Lima, Peru – The U.S. Eventing Team concluded competition at the Lima 2019 Pan American Games capturing the team gold medal and securing their qualification for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games next summer on Sunday. The team finished on a collective score of 91.2, producing four double clear efforts in the final phase. Brazil earned […]

Chasing Gold: Doug Payne’s Long Journey to the Pan American Games

After two decades in the sport, Doug has secured his first Team USA spot. Now, he and his “athletic freak of nature” equine partner are ready to show the world what they’re made of.

U.S. Eventing Coach Hopes to Lead Team to Tokyo Via Lima

Erik Duvander is dialed in for the Pan Am Games but is also looking to build the next generation of American Eventing talent.

She’s Doing Her All to Get our U.S. Eventing Team to Tokyo Next Summer

It’ll take a first or second place win at the Pan American Games to get to Tokyo and no one will be happier than Susan Johns to see it happen.

Meet the Shoemaker to the U.S. Eventing Team’s Biggest Stars

For almost five decades, a love of art and a passion for innovation have made Steve Teichman one of the most creative—and most sought-after—farriers in the business.

Join U.S. Equestrian Teams on the Podium at 2019 Pan American Games

Gladstone, N.J. – July 30, 2019 – The prestigious Pan American Games, held among athletes from nations of the Americas every four years in the year before the summer Olympic Games as part of the qualifying process, are currently underway in Lima, Peru, and our U.S. dressage athletes are already on the podium winning the […]

U.S. Dressage Team Takes Early Lead at Lima 2019 Pan American Games

by US Equestrian Communications Department  Lima, Peru – July 28, 2019 – The U.S. Dressage Team recorded three stellar results to take the early lead at the Lima 2019 Pan American Games. Led by Chef d’Equipe Debbie McDonald, the team of Nora Batchelder (Williston, FL) piloting Faro SQF, Jennifer Baumert (Wellington, FL) aboard Handsome, and […]

Future of U.S. Equestrian Sport Set to Compete at Adequan®/FEI North American Youth Championships, Presented by Gotham North

Gladstone, N.J. – July 23, 2019 – The 2019 Adequan®/FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC), presented by Gotham North, kicks off on Wednesday with the eventing competition, held in conjunction with The Event at Rebecca Farm taking place July 24-28, while dressage and show jumping will be held at Old Salem Farm July 30-Aug. 4. […]

Support Team USA in USET Foundation’s New Pathway to the Podium Participation Challenge

Gladstone, N.J. – July 11, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of a transformative new initiative, the Pathway to the Podium Participation Challenge. “During the Pathway to the Podium Participation Challenge, we invite you to get to know the USET Foundation and the countless ways that […]

Traveling with Your Horse? Better Let this Expert Handle It

Paperwork, and quarantine, and vaccines, oh my!… USDA veterinarian AC Welsch unravels the mystery of exporting horses.

Giving Horses Wings — It’s What Tim Dutta Does

The Pan American Games kick off in Lima, Peru in just 24 days. How to get our Team’s horses there safe, sound, and ready to compete? Don’t worry – Tim’s got this.

The U.S. Equestrian Team Is Set to Seek Gold in Peru this Summer

After long months of preparation, our athletes and horses are ready for the Pan American Games in Lima, Peru where big competition awaits.

She’s Keeping Our U.S. Dressage Team Healthy, Sound, and Winning

Veterinarian Christina “Cricket” Russillo is making sure our U.S. Dressage horses are in peak condition for the upcoming Pan American Games.

US Equestrian Announces Remaining FEI Nations Cup™ Teams for World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team, the U.S. Driving Team, and the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team that will compete in the 2019 World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen, July 12-21, in Aachen, Germany. These teams will join the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team, previously announced and three U.S. vaulters, […]

US Equestrian Nominates U.S. Dressage Team for Lima 2019 Pan American Games

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the nomination of the following athlete-and-horse combinations to the U.S. Dressage Team and Alternate for the Lima 2019 Pan American Games. The following athlete-and-horse combinations will compose the U.S. Team (in alphabetical order): Nora Batchelder (Williston, Fla.) and Faro SQF, the 11-year-old Hanoverian gelding she owns with Andrea […]

US Equestrian Names NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Sweden

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the following combinations to the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Sweden during the 2019 Falsterbo Horse Show, July 6-14 in Falsterbo, Sweden. Robert Ridland will serve as the chef d’equipe. Eve Jobs (Los Altos Hills, Calif.) Wilton Porter (Wellington, Fla.) Chloe Reid (Wellington, […]

US Equestrian Nominates U.S. Jumping Team for Lima 2019 Pan American Games

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the nomination of the following athlete-and-horse combinations to the U.S. Pan American Jumping Team and the Traveling Reserve for the Lima 2019 Pan American Games. The following athlete-and-horse combinations will compose the U.S. Team (in alphabetical order): Alex Granato (Wellington, Fla.) with Carlchen W, Page Tredennick’s 11-year-old Warmblood gelding […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Young Rider Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Hagen CSIOY

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the following combinations to the U.S. Young Rider Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Hagen CSIOY from June 12-16 at Future Champions in Hagen, Germany. Anne Kursinski will serve as chef d’equipe for the U.S. team. In addition, this event will serve as the official test […]

NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team Headed to Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final After Claiming Bronze in Canada

by US Equestrian Communications Department/Jump Media  Langley, Canada – June 3, 2019 – The NetJets U.S. Show Jumping Team earned a spot in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final with a bronze-medal finish in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Canada during the Langley Odlum Brown BC Open at Thunderbird Show Park on Sunday. […]

How Young Rider Madison Goetzmann Discovered Her Love of Horses

Since her first ride at age two, the equitation and show jumping champion has been hooked on all things equestrian.

Steffen Peters and Suppenskasper Have Tokyo on Their Minds

The champion U.S. dressage rider believes his big, gentle, cookie-loving partner has the right stuff to be big in Japan

Katie Jackson: Overcoming Adversity to Rise to New Heights

Paralympic dreams are helping the para-dressage rider, who lost her leg to cancer in 2015, find new inspiration to soar.

Event Rider Michael Pendleton Works His Way to the Top

Aboard Steady Eddie and with Olympian Boyd Martin as a mentor, Michael is on track for big things

US Equestrian Announces Adequan® U.S. Para Dressage Team for Caledon Spring Jubilee CPEDI3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the following combinations to the Adequan U.S. Para Dressage Team for the Caledon Spring Jubilee CPEDI3* taking place May 31-June 1 in Caledon, Ontario, Canada. Regina Cristo will serve as chef d’equipe for the U.S. team. Alanna Flax-Clark (Granada Hills, Calif.), Grade II, and El Paso, her 15-year-old […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Development Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup Lisbon CSIO3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the following athletes to U.S. Jumping Development Team from May 30-June 2 in Lisbon, Portugal. Anne Kursinski will serve as chef d’equipe for the U.S. team. The following athletes are representing the U.S. Jumping Development Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Lisbon CSIO3* (in alphabetical order): Taylor Alexander […]

US Equestrian Names NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Longines FEI Nations Cup™ Canada

Lexington, Ky. – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team will compete in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Canada on Sunday, June 2. The competition is part of the Langley Odlum Brown BC Open, taking place Wednesday, May 29, through Sunday, June 2, at Thunderbird Show Park. It also serves as the last qualifying competition in […]

The Dutta Corp U. S Dressage Team Takes Third at 2019 FEI Dressage Nations Cup France

by US Equestrian Communications Department/Classic Communications | May 19, 2019, 4:45 PM EST Compiègne, France – After two days of strong performances at the 2019 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ France, The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team comprised of Katherine Bateson-Chandler, Heather Blitz, Shelly Francis, Nick Wagman, and led by U.S. Dressage Development Coach Charlotte Bredahl as […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Takes Silver at FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico

by US Equestrian Communications Department/Jump Media Xalapa, Mexico – May 5, 2019 – The NetJets U.S. Jumping Team claimed silver in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico on Sunday during the CSIO5* Coapexpan. Mexico claimed gold and Canada took bronze. Richard Spooner (Agua Dulce, Calif.) blazed the trail for the U.S., jumping clear but […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Venturing After Valuable Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico Points

Lexington, Ky.  – Following a bronze-medal performance in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ USA, the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team will aim for a strong finish in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico on Sunday. Two events remain in the North America, Central America, and Caribbean division to determine the two teams for October’s Longines FEI […]

An Olympic Show Jumping Horse Who Loves… Pizza!

She’s intense in the ring, but HH Azur, or “Annie” as she’s affectionately known, knows how to chill on the farm.

First Vaulting, Now Dressage. What will She Excel at Next?

She’s only 14 years old, but Miki Yang is already making her mark on High Performance Equestrian Sport.

Quinn Iverson: Dressage Star in the Making

How a newcomer on a green horse caught the eye of dressage legend Debbie McDonald.

A Love Born at Summer Camp Keeps Bearing Fruit Three Decades Later

What do you do when you love equestrian sports but life takes you in a different direction? Tara Bratton, a longtime USET Foundation supporter explains.

USET Foundation Supports US Equestrian High-Performance Programs with Spring Soirée

Rancho Santa Fe, CA – April 8, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced today it will host a fundraising event at the beautiful Pomponio Ranch in Rancho Santa Fe, California on Friday, April 26, 2019. Dubbed the Spring Soirée, the evening fundraiser will benefit the US Equestrian High Performance programs and give attendees the opportunity to bid on […]

Madden and Breitling LS Finish Sixth in Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final

Gothenburg, Sweden – April 7, 2019 – The battle for the FEI Jumping World Cup Finals title continued on Sunday with the final two rounds in Final III in the Scandanavium arena in Gothenburg, Sweden. In a tight race to the finish, the top ten competitors entered the arena with less than six penalties separating […]

U.S. Riders Score Over 80 Percent and Earn Top Seven Finishes In FEI Dressage World Cup™ Finals Grand Prix Freestyle

Gothenburg, Sweden – April 6, 2019 – For the third consecutive year, world No. 1 Isabell Werth of Germany and Weihegold Old captured the gold in the FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final, held this year in Sweden at the 2019 Gothenburg Horse Show. Following suit, Laura Graves (USA) earned runner-up honors for the third straight […]

Madden Moves Up, Tied for Fourth After Round II of Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final

by US Equestrian Communications Department Gothenburg, Sweden – April 5, 2019 – With ground to cover, the U.S. combinations headed into Friday evening’s Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final II looking to improve their positions in the second round of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup Final. Round II saw a shift in the leaderboard, […]

American Dressage Riders Place Within Top 8 In FEI World Cup Dressage Finals Grand Prix

Gothenburg, Sweden – April 5, 2019 – Riders representing the United States gave stellar performances in the first contest of what is shaping up to be quite a competitive FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final in Gothenburg, Sweden with the top eight riders scoring in the high 70s and 80s. Isabell Werth steered her two-time World Cup […]

Beezie Madden and Breitling LS Race to Top 10 Finish in First Phase of 2019 Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final

By US Equestrian Communications Department Gothenburg, Sweden – April 4, 2019 – Riding against some of the best athletes in the world, the U.S. jumping combinations battled their way through Thursday evening’s speed class, the first round of the Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final at the Gothenburg Horse Show. In the end, two-time World Cup […]

All US Dressage Horses Pass Veterinary Inspection For 40th FEI World Cup Final™

Gothenburg, Sweden – April 4, 2019 – While Gothenburg locals enjoyed a warm spring day in their Nordic city, the health inspection for the horses at the FEI World Cup™ Dressage Finals took place in the Scandanavium arena. Eighteen horse-and-rider combinations, including three from the U.S. were granted an invitation to compete in the Finals and […]

A New Challenge for Olympian Charlotte Bredahl

Olympic medalist and new U.S. Dressage Development Coach tells us about her passion for mentoring, volunteering with children, and ballroom dancing.

Where’s Brentina Now?

After years in the spotlight, Olympic dressage team superstar Brentina is enjoying retirement in sunny Santa Barbara — but she’s still an inspiration.

Cornelia Dorr — from Horse-Crazy Girl to Two-Time Young Rider of the Year

Cornelia and her four-legged partner, “Hugo,” are taking the United States Eventing scene by storm, and they’re just getting started.

The Love That Fuels the US Equestrian Team

Long-time USET Foundation donor Barbara Smith describes how a lifelong love of horses led her to support our Team and rescue a special guy named “Goliath”

US Equestrian Announces Combinations for the FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final and Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final Gothenburg 2019

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete/horse combinations that will represent the United States at the FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final and Longines FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final, April 3-7. Both competitions will serve as the main events of the Gothenburg Horse Show held at Scandinavium Arena in Gothenburg, Sweden. The […]

Double Individual Gold Medals in Nations Cup for United States’ Lauren Asher

Wellington, Fla. – March 15, 2019 – On the final day of the 2019 FEI Nations Cup competition in Wellington, riders prepared for a day full of freestyles to battle it out for the remaining individual medals up for grabs. In the CDI-U25 division, Lauren Asher of the United States continued her winning streak to […]

Shelly Francis Wins Individual Nations Cup Freestyle Gold Medal

Wellington, Fla. – March 15, 2019 – Competition for the CDIO3* Nations Cup concluded Friday evening with individual medals earned in the Intermediate I Freestyle and Grand Prix Freestyle. The Nations Cup this year proved to be a great ‘dress rehearsal’ for many of the combinations who are aiming to represent their countries at the […]

USA Captures CDIO3* FEI Nations Cup Team Gold Medal

Wellington, Fla. – March 14, 2019 –Following the CDI-U25 competition Thursday evening, the senior riders took to the ring to conclude the team competition of the CDIO3* Nations Cup beginning with the FEI Intermediate I and closing out with the FEI Grand Prix Special. The five teams from differing nations returned with the goal of […]

U.S. Team Takes Lead Following Opening Day of CDIO3* Nations Cup Competition

Wellington, Fla. – March 13, 2019 – Following the conclusion of the podium ceremony for the CDIO-U25 Nations Cup team competition, the senior riders took to the ring for the CDIO3* Nations Cup beginning the small tour division with the FEI Prix St. Georges test and finishing the day with the FEI Grand Prix for […]

Lauren Asher and West Side Claim 2019 FEI Nations Cup U25 Grand Prix Individual Gold Medal

Wellington, Fla. – March 14, 2019 – The FEI Nations Cup competition continued in Wellington Thursday, starting with the CDI-U25 Grand Prix. Nine youth riders from three countries returned to the stadium to vie for the coveted individual gold medal that the class offered. Once again scoring over 70 percent, the United States’ Lauren Asher […]

Red, White and Blue Top CDI-U25 Nations Cup Team Podium

Wellington, Fla. – March 13, 2019 – One of the highlight events of the Adequan Global Dressage Festival, the Nations Cup, kicked off during Week 10 with the CDI-U25 Intermediate II 16-25. Nine youth riders from three countries took to the stadium to compete for the U-25 team championship. Teams from the United States, Canada […]

Weber and Wilson Win USEF Advanced Combined Driving National Championships in Cones Finale at Live Oak International

By US Equestrian Communications Department/Classic Communications Ocala, Fla. – March 10, 2019 – Two USEF Combined Driving National Championships concluded Sunday at Live Oak International with the culminating cones phase determining the national titles. Chester Weber secured a record 16th USEF Advanced Four-in-Hand Combined Driving National Championship title, and Steve Wilson won the USEF Advanced […]

US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team and U.S. CDIO-U25 Team for FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the following combinations to The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team and the U.S. CDIO-U25 Team for the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA. Team competition will occur from March 13-14 during the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 10. The jog will take place on March 12 and competition will get […]

Gold Medal Victory for NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team in $150,000 FEI Nations Cup CSIO4* at Winter Equestrian Festival

Wellington, Fla. – March 2, 2019 – Competing for their countries and a shot at the prize money, 35 horse-and-athlete combinations representing nine nations battled it out Saturday night for a chance at the top prize in the $150,000 FEI Nations Cup CSIO4* during Week Eight of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF). Noticeably absent was […]

The U.S. Equestrian Team Foundation Salutes One of the Sport’s Top Grooms

A life-long love of horses and a dedication to teamwork has earned Lee McKeever his place alongside McLain Ward — and in the hearts of everyone in the sport.

30 Years of USET Support: It All Started with Starshine

How a horse with a “heart of gold” inspired one US Equestrian supporter to help her Team “bring home the Gold.”

Tamie Smith: Taking it to the “Next Level” of Equestrian Sport

How the U.S. Equestrian Team Foundation is fueling the Olympic dreams of self-made eventing star Tamie Smith

Helping Dreams Come True for Our U.S. Equestrian Team

How dressage legend Debbie McDonald still has her sights on the podium, this time as Dressage Technical Advisor & Chef d’Equipe.

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Named for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Wellington

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the following athletes to the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Wellington on Saturday, March 2, beginning at 7:00 p.m. ET. The Nations Cup is part of week eight of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center and serves […]

NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team Earns Bronze Medal in Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of the USA CSIO5* at Palm Beach Masters Series

Wellington, Fla. – Feb. 17, 2019 – Riding for their countries, the greatest share of the prize money and valuable points towards the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final in Barcelona, Spain, later this year, patriots from USA, Mexico, Canada, Colombia, Israel and Ireland showcased their talents on Sunday in the $290,000 Longines FEI Jumping […]

U.S. Children’s, Junior and Young Rider Jumping Teams Dominate Palm Beach Masters Team Competitions

Wellington, Fla. – Feb. 16, 2019 – CSIO5* week during the 2019 Palm Beach Masters Series hosted team competitions on Saturday for Children’s, Junior and Young Rider show jumping athletes in a traditional Nations Cup format, going head-to-head in two rounds of competition over courses designed by Quintin Maertens (NED). At the end of the day, the […]

NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team Named for Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ USA

Lexington, Ky. – The NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team will begin the 2019 FEI Nations Cup season with the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ USA on Sunday, February 17. The competition is part of the Palm Beach Masters CSIO running February 14-17 at Deeridge Farms in Wellington, Fla., and serves as the only qualifier on U.S. soil […]

Strong Showing for U.S. Para-Equestrian Dressage Team at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 2 CPEDI3*

Wellington, Fla. – The U.S. Para-Equestrian Dressage Team had a strong showing at the 2019 Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, Fla. on January 18-19. The team consisted of Rebecca Hart (Wellington, Fla.), Kate Shoemaker (Peoria, Ariz.), Deborah Stanitski (Charleston, S.C.)., and Roxanne Trunnell (Wellington, Fla.). The team competed in two tests – the […]

USET Foundation Recognizes Loyal Gold Medal Club Members

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 19, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to recognize the generous support of their Gold Medal Club (GMC) members. The GMC is the lifeblood of the USET Foundation, accounting for nearly 80 percent of individual contributions each year and is comprised of members who contribute a […]

USET Foundation Presents 2019 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy to Rising Star Daisy Farish

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 19, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to honor the talented young show jumping athlete Daisy Farish of Versailles, Kentucky, as the recipient of the 2019 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy. This prestigious award is presented annually to a junior/young rider in one of the Olympic disciplines who […]

S. Tucker S. Johnson Honored with R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 19, 2019 – In 2015, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced the creation of the R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award in honor and recognition of the late Bruce Duchossois. On Friday, Jan. 18, S. Tucker S. Johnson was presented with the 2019 award during the USET Foundation’s Gold […]

USET Foundation Awards 2019 Whitney Stone Cup to Dressage Icon Laura Graves

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 19, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that dressage star Laura Graves is the recipient of the 2019 Whitney Stone Cup. The award is presented annually to an active competitor who displays consistent excellence in international competition as well as high standards of sportsmanlike […]

USET Foundation Awards Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant to Ryan Keefe

Gladstone, N.J. – Jan. 14, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that it has awarded the 2019 Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant to up-and-coming eventing rider Ryan Keefe of Sandy Spring, Maryland. “It’s a really big honor to be chosen for the [Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant] because I know […]

Honor Your Horse this Holiday Season with the USET Foundation Stall Naming Program

Gladstone, N.J. – Nov. 26, 2018 – Can’t figure out what to buy that special someone for the holidays or their birthday? How about naming a stall with a beautiful permanent bronze stall plaque in honor of their favorite horse at the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s historic Hamilton Farm stable. It does not have to be […]

Keeler and Whaley Earn Combined Driving National Titles to Close Out 2018 Season at Katydid

Aiken, S.C. – Jennifer Keeler and Katie Whaley capped off an epic combined driving season by winning the final USEF Combined Driving National Championships of 2018 following the Katydid CDE on Sunday. After three phases of competition, Keeler finished with 149.45 penalties to secure the USEF Advanced Single Pony Combined Driving National Championship, while Whaley […]

Colleen Rutledge and C Me Fly Jump to Win the USEF CCI1* Eventing National Championship

Lexington, Va. – On the final day of the Virginia Horse Trials, Colleen Rutledge and C Me Fly jumped a clear round in the third and final phase of the USEF CCI1* Eventing National Championship to claim the title. In the USEF CCI1*-JR/YR Eventing National Championship, it was Isabel Finemore and Rutherglen that emerged victorious, […]

Eventing Athletes Ready to Compete for the USEF CCI1* and CCI1*-JR/YR National Championship Titles at 2018 Virginia Horse Trials

Lexington, Va. – Competitors have arrived at the Virginia Horse Center for the Virginia Horse Trials, home to the USEF CCI1* and USEF CCI1*-JR/YR National Championships this weekend. The championships, at their new home at the Virginia CCI/CIC Horse Trials, will feature 62 horses in the CCI1* and CCI1*-JR/YR divisions. These horses were presented for […]

Katydid Combined Driving Event Culminates 2018 Season with USEF Advanced Pony National Championships

Lexington, Ky. – The final USEF combined driving national titles of the 2018 competition year are up for grabs at the Katydid Combined Driving Event (CDE), running November 1-4, at Katydid Farm in Aiken, S.C. The USEF Advanced Pony National Championships will feature six entries vying for titles across the single pony and pair pony divisions, […]

Thieriot Stutes Shines to Win The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI3* Eventing National Championship and USEF Developing Rider National Championship; Martin Victorious in The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI2* Eventing National Championship on Final Day of 2018 The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International

Fair Hill, Md. –  Frankie Thieriot Stutes’s trek from California to the 2018 The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event proved to be worth every mile on Sunday as the amateur rider was crowned The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI3* Eventing National Champion. She is joined in the winner’s circle by Boyd Martin, who was the winner of […]

Elliot, Libby, Stutes and Smith Selected for Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grants

Gladstone, N.J. – Oct. 4, 2018 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grants: Sydney Conley Elliot, Emilee Libby, Frankie Thieriot Stutes and Tamra Smith. The grants are awarded to eventing athletes who have been identified as having an impressive record […]

Washington International Horse Show President’s Cup Party to Benefit USET Foundation

Gladstone, N.J. – Oct. 2, 2018 – The capital of the United States will once again be filled with more than 500 of the world’s top horses and riders vying for half a million dollars in prize money as the 60th installment of the Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) gets underway Oct. 23–28. The United […]

US Equestrian Names NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Final

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations representing the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Final at CSIO5* Barcelona in Barcelona, Spain, October 5-7. Robert Ridland will serve as the Chef d’Equipe for the U.S. team. The following combinations will represent the U.S. (in alphabetical order): Lucy […]

U.S. Driving Team Wins First-Ever FEI World Equestrian Games™ Gold Medal, Delivering Epic Grand Finale to Tryon 2018

Mill Spring, N.C. – In a week that exuded many historic moments for U.S. equestrian teams, combined driving added another. They closed out their home FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) with their first-ever four-in-hand team gold medal at Tryon 2018 on Sunday. The U.S. Driving Team of James “Jimmy” Fairclough, Misdee Wrigley Miller, Chester Weber, […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team Shows Strong Individual Finishes at FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018

Mill Spring, N.C. – On the final day of the FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG)  Tryon 2018, the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team showed their strength and depth with all four riders finishing in the top-16 of the FEI World Jumping Individual Championship. The team’s top finisher was McLain Ward (Brewster, N.Y.) on Clinta, an 11-year-old Oldenburg […]

Hart, Shoemaker, Trunnell Add to U.S Para-Dressage Medal Haul at FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018

Mill Spring, N.C. – The U.S. Para-Equestrian Dressage Team presented by Deloitte athletes Rebecca Hart, Kate Shoemaker, and Roxanne Trunnell increased the medal tally for the U.S. at the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018 on Saturday. Following the Freestyle performances in their respective Grades, Hart (Grade III) won the silver medal with a score […]

U.S. Vaulting’s Pacific Coast Vaulters Earn Fourth in World Squad Vaulting Championship at the FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018

Mill Spring, N.C. – The U.S. Vaulting Team individual female and individual male competitors and squad took to the ring one more time at the FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG) Tryon 2018 on Saturday, September 22, for the final freestyle round. Chef d’Equipe Emma Seely led the U.S. contingent of Tessa Divita, Mary McCormick, Elizabeth Osborn, […]

NetJets U.S. Jumping Team Scores Olympic Qualification, Earns Historic Gold Medal in Jump-Off at FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018

Ward, Sternlicht, Kraut, and Ryan (Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photo) Mill Spring, N.C. – To the roars of the home crowd, the NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team secured an historic gold medal in a thrilling jump-off against Sweden on Friday, September 21, in the FEI World Team Jumping Championship at the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon […]

U.S. Para-Equestrian Dressage Scores Historic Day at FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018

Mill Spring, N.C. – U.S. Para-Equestrian Dressage presented by Deloitte athlete Rebecca Hart made history at the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018 on Wednesday. She and El Corona Texel earned the first ever WEG para-equestrian dressage medal for the U.S. Competing in the FEI Grade III Individual Test, they earned the bronze medal with […]

Laura Graves and Verdades Take Home Silver in the Grand Prix Special at the FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018

Mill Spring, N.C. – It was a historic moment for U.S. dressage as Laura Graves and Verdades were awarded the individual silver medal after a stellar performance in the Grand Prix Special at the FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG) Tryon 2018 with a score of 81.717 percent. This accomplishment by Graves and Verdades is the first […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Secures Olympic Qualification and Silver Medal at the FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team (Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photo) Mill Spring, N.C. – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team secured the U.S. team Olympic qualification for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and earned the team silver medal at the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018 on Thursday following the conclusion of the Grand […]

Team USA Scores Fifth Consecutive Gold at the FEI World Equestrian Games Tryon 2018

Reiners thrilled the fans in Tryon as 63 horse-and-rider combinations representing 20 National Federations laid down impressive runs paid back by the judges with great scores. The Team Competition counted 12 full teams and, with a phenomenal 681 composite, Team USA clinched its fifth consecutive team gold medal. First to enter the pen on home […]

U.S. Team Arrives at FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final Prepped for Podium Performance

Lexington, Ky. – A group of five standout, developing U.S. jumpers will take their teamwork and horsemanship skills to the next level when they compete at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Youth Final in Opglabbeek, Belgium, September 7-9. Chef d’Equipe Anne Kursinski will lead the U.S. team of Samantha Cohen, Ailish Cunniffe, Daisy Farish, Madison […]

US Equestrian Announces Substitution of Alternate Horse for The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian announced today that The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team will substitute Steffen Peters’ alternate horse, Suppenkasper, Four Winds Farm’s 10-year-old KWPN gelding, for competition at the FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG) Tryon 2018. Peters (San Diego, Calif.) was named originally to the U.S team with Rosamunde, Four Winds Farm’s 11-year-old […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* Calgary

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce that the following athletes have been named to the NetJets U.S. Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* Calgary during the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ Tournament, Wednesday September 5-9, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada. Led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, the following athletes have been selected […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Perseveres at FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Ireland

Co Cork, Ireland – With some challenges and a new Olympic format to contend with, The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team persevered this weekend during the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Ireland at the Millstreet International Horse Trials, finishing fifth. Personal bests, injuries, and stellar cross-country efforts made their presence known among the U.S. team, but […]

US Equestrian Names the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Ireland

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the combinations that will compete on the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Ireland at the Millstreet International Horse Trials, August 22 through 26. The Millstreet CICO3* will serve as the second Olympic format trial event for the new, eventing Olympic competition format. […]

US Equestrian Names U.S. Driving Team for FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced three combinations for the U.S. Driving Team for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018, which takes place Sept. 11-23 in Mill Spring, N.C. Following the 2017-2018 Selection Trials period, the following combinations of the U.S. Driving Team were recommended to the US Equestrian Board of Directors […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Ireland

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the NetJets U.S. Show Jumping Team for the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Ireland at the Dublin Horse Show on Friday, August 10, 2018. This event serves as a designated observation event for determining the 2018 NetJets U.S. Show Jumping Team for the FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG) […]

Payne, Smith and White Selected for USET Foundation Jacqueline B. Mars International Competition Grants

Gladstone, N.J. – June 27, 2018 – The USET Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the Jacqueline B. Mars International Competition Grants: Douglas Payne, Tamra Smith and Sharon White. The grant is awarded to eventing athletes who have been identified as having an impressive record and potential to represent the United States in future international […]

Kasey Perry-Glass and Laura Graves Place Two-Three in Final Day of Aachen CDIO5*

Aachen, Germany – July 22, 2018 – On the final day of dressage competition at World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen, The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage riders headed down centerline for the CDIO5* Grand Prix Freestyle. While Germany’s Isabell Werth claimed the win on Emilio 107, two American riders were right behind her in podium positions. […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Takes Home Silver at CDIO5* Nations Cup in Aachen

Aachen, Germany – July 21, 2018 – Riders returned to the arena on Saturday, July 21, in Aachen, Germany to continue their battle for the top podium placing in the CDIO5* Nations Cup. Despite solid performances by The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team and their strong start in the Grand Prix on Thursday, the German […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Kicks Off CDIO5* Aachen Nations Cup in the Lead

Aachen, Germany – July 19, 2018 – In an exciting turn of events, The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team took the lead after the first day of the CDIO5* Grand Prix in Aachen, Germany, surpassing the German dressage team on their home turf with a total score of 231.988. Heading into the competition, all eyes […]

US Equestrian Names U.S. Endurance Squad for FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced four athlete-and-horse combinations for the U.S. Endurance Squad for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018, which takes place Sept. 11-23 in Mill Spring, N.C. Following the 2016-2018 selection period, the US Equestrian Board of Directors approved the following combinations for the U.S. Endurance Squad to be […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* Aachen

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5* Aachen on Thursday, July 19, 2018. The competition is part of the World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen, running July 13-22. This event serves as a designated observation event for determining the 2018 NetJets U.S. Show […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Finishes Third in FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ USA at Great Meadow International presented by Adequan®

Will Coleman Captures Individual Title at GMI by US Equestrian Communications Department | Jul 8, 2018 Chef d’Equipe Erik Duvander, Caroline Martin, Phillip Dutton, Buck Davidson and Sydney Elliott (Taylor Pence/US Equestrian) The Plains, Va. – The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team finished third in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ USA at the Brook Ledge Great Meadow […]

Update: US Equestrian Names Eight Athletes to Short List for FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team

Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (US Equestrian) has named eight show jumping athletes to the Short List for the FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG) Tryon 2018 NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team. Athletes named to the Short List will compete at two of the following NetJets U.S. Show Jumping Team observation events: FEI […]

US Equestrian Nominates Mattie Hatcher for Summer Youth Olympic Games Buenos Aires 2018

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the nomination of show jumping athlete Mattie Hatcher to represent the United States at the Summer Youth Olympic Games Buenos Aires 2018, to be held October 6-18, pending final approval from the United States Olympic Committee. As one of the two highest placing nations in the Individual Final […]

US Equestrian Names The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ Germany

Lexington, Ky. -US Equestrian has named four athlete-and-horse combinations for the FEI Dressage Nations Cup Germany and four combinations for the CDI4* at the World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen, July 17-22, 2018. The Nations Cup CDIO5* and CDI4* will serve as a designated observation event for determining the 2018 The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for the […]

US Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Teams for FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ USA, CICO3* Aachen

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the combinations that will compete on the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for the FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ USA at the Brook Ledge Great Meadow International presented by Adequan® and the FEI Eventing Nations Cup CICO3* Aachen. The FEI Eventing Nations Cup USA takes place Friday, July 6, […]

US Equestrian Names Land Rover U.S. Eventing Squad for FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced five athlete-and-horse combinations for the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Squad for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018, which takes place Sept. 11-23 in Mill Spring, N.C. Following the 2017-2018 Selection Trials period, the combinations for the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Squad were recommended to the US […]

NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team Places Third in Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ The Netherlands

Rotterdam, The Netherlands – The NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team placed third in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Netherlands on Sunday, June 24, at the CHIO Rotterdam. Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland led the team of Beezie Madden and Breitling LS, Adrienne Sternlicht and Cristalline, Laura Kraut and Zeremonie, and McLain Ward and Clinta. “We come in […]

American Dressage Team Earns Bronze Medal at CDIO5* Rotterdam Nations Cup

Rotterdam, Netherlands – June 23, 2018 – Following the exciting results of the CDI3* competition Saturday morning in Rotterdam, the Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team competing in the in the CDIO5* FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ The Netherlands at CHIO Rotterdam finished the competition strong, maintaining their bronze medal position from Thursday to finish out with a […]

Adrienne Lyle and Horizon Win CDI3* Grand Prix Special in Rotterdam

Rotterdam, Netherlands – June 23, 2018 – In addition to the strong team representing the United States in the CDIO5* Nations Cup in Rotterdam this week, a handful of talented up and coming Grand Prix horses took to the CDI3* competition ring. Adrienne Lyle topped the leaderboard in the competitive CDI3* Grand Prix Special Saturday […]

2018 Dressage European Young Rider Team Wraps Up Tour at Future Champions CDIO-Y Hagen

Lexington, Ky. – The 2018 Dressage European Young Rider Tour, a link to the Discover Dressage™ USEF/USDF Emerging Athlete Program, has concluded at the Future Champions FEI CDIO-Y Hagen. From June 12-17, the athletes named to the tour, Ben Ebeling (Moorpark, Calif.), Callie Jones (Henderson, Ky.), and Anna Weniger (Apex, N.C.), contended as a team […]

NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team Places Third in Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Poland

Sopot, Poland –The NetJets U.S. Show Jumping Team placed third in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup Poland on Sunday, June 17, at the Lotto CSIO Sopot. The team of Jamie Barge and Luebbo, Margie Engle and Royce, Lillie Keenan and Super Sox, and Devin Ryan and Eddie Blue was led by Chef d’Equipe Robert […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Teams for Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Poland, The Netherlands

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the athletes that will compete on the NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Teams for the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Poland as well as the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup The Netherlands. The FEI Jumping Nations Cup Poland, part of the Lotto CSIO Sopot taking place Thursday, June 14 […]

NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team on Form for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* Rome

Lexington, Ky. – The NetJets U.S. Show Jumping Team is set to compete in Friday’s FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* Rome. U.S. Show Jumping Chef d’Equipe/Technical Advisor Robert Ridland will lead the team of Laura Kraut and Confu, Beezie Madden and Coach, Spencer Smith and Theodore Manciais, and McLain Ward and HH Azur as they vie […]

US Equestrian Names NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Canada

Lexington Ky. – US Equestrian has announced that the following athletes have been named to the NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Canada, taking place Sunday, June 3. The Nations Cup competition is part of the Langley Odlum Brown BC Open, taking place Tuesday, May 29, through Sunday, June […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* Rome

Lexington Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce that the following athletes have been named to the NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* Rome, Italy from May 23-27.   Kent Farrington (Wellington, Fla.) Lauren Hough (Wellington, Fla.) Laura Kraut (Royal Palm Beach, Fla.) Beezie Madden (Cazenovia, N.Y.) McLain […]

US Equestrian Names Show Jumping Junior and Children’s Nations Cup Teams for Langley Odlum Brown BC Open

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced that the following athletes will participate in the Junior and Children’s Nations Cup competitions as part of the Langley Odlum Brown BC Open, taking place Tuesday, May 29 through Sunday, June 3 at Thunderbird Show Park. The Junior and Children’s teams will compete on Saturday, June 2, and […]

USET Foundation Announces Marilyn Little as 2018 Pinnacle Cup Trophy Recipient

Lexington, Ky. – May 7, 2018 – The USET Foundation is pleased to announce that this year’s recipient of the Pinnacle Cup Trophy at the 2018 Land Rover® Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI4*, which took place April 26–29 at the Kentucky Horse Park, is Marilyn Little of Frederick, Maryland. Little rode her mount RF Scandalous, who is […]

US Equestrian Names Short List for the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the Short List for the FEI World Equestrian Games (WEG) Tryon 2018 The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team. The Short List will compete in designated Observation Events throughout the summer. The following horse-and-athlete combinations have been named to the Short List (in alphabetical order): Shelly Francis (Loxahatchee, Fla.) […]

US Equestrian Names 10 Athletes to Short List for FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team

Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (US Equestrian) has named 10 show jumping athletes to the Short List for the FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG) Tryon 2018 NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team. Athletes named to the Short List will compete at two of the following NetJets U.S. Show Jumping Team observation events: FEI Jumping […]

Jung Rides to an Early Lead at Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event

Martin and Tsetserleg lead the Land Rover/USEF CCI4* Eventing National Championship after the First Day of Dressage by Edited Press Release from Classic Communications Lexington, Ky. – April 26, 2018 – Michael Jung of Germany has won the top prize at the Land Rover Kentucky Three Day-Event the last three years aboard fischerRocana FST, so it […]

Successful Week of Dressage, Driving, and Para-Dressage FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 Test Events Conclude at Tryon International Equestrian Center

Tryon, N.C. – April 23, 2018 – Chester Weber (USA) maintained his hold on the lead through the Cones phase of FEI CAI 2* Four-in-Hand competition as part of the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 (WEG) Dressage, Driving, and Para-Dressage Test Events at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC), guiding his team to victory after blazing […]

NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team Takes Home Silver in Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico

Lexington, Ky. – The NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team of Alex Granato and Carlchen W, Kelly Soleau-Millar and Cacharel, Jennifer Gates and Pumped Up Kicks, and Ali Wolff and Casall, finished with 17 faults to win the silver medal in the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico on Sunday, April 22. They collected 90 points […]

US Equestrian Announces NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced that the following athlete-and-horse combinations have been named to the NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team for the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Mexico on Sunday, April 22. The competition is the second of three North and Central America and Caribbean division qualifying competitions for the Longines FEI Jumping Nations […]

One-Two Punch for USA’s Beezie Madden and Devin Ryan in 2018 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final

Paris, France – April 15, 2018 – Following McLain Ward’s triumphant victory in 2017, the USA claimed back-to-back Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final titles on Sunday as Beezie Madden and Breitling LS were named this year’s champions. After winning the first two phases of competition on Thursday and Friday, the pair finished the final […]

Laura Graves and Verdades Earn Personal Best in Grand Prix Freestyle at FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final

Paris, France – April 14, 2018 – Following an exciting FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final in Omaha, Nebraska, in 2017, international dressage fans had their eyes glued to the competition in Paris to see if the world No. 1 ranked rider from Germany could defend her title or if Laura Graves could dethrone the ‘Queen.’ […]

Laura Graves and Verdades Clinch First Place at FEI World Cup™ Finals Paris Grand Prix with Personal Best Score

Paris, France – April 13, 2018 – The 2018 FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final officially kicked off on Friday with the Grand Prix, where the United States’ Laura Graves prevailed over longtime rival and defending World Cup champion Isabell Werth of Germany. Graves earned a personal best Grand Prix score of 81.413 percent aboard her own and […]

Beezie Madden and Breitling LS Maintain Lead in Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final with Phase Two Win

Paris, France – April 13, 2018 – Although the second round of the 2018 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final fell on Friday the 13th, luck was on Beezie Madden’s side once again as she claimed back-to-back wins with Breitling LS in phase two of the championship. Thirty-six athletes returned to the AccorHotels Arena to […]

Top Three Finish for U.S. Athletes Beezie Madden and Devin Ryan in Round One of Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final

Paris, France – April 12, 2018 – The prestigious 2018 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final officially kicked off on Thursday evening with a win for the United States’ Beezie Madden and Breitling LS in the one-round speed leg of the competition. Madden, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and three-time World Equestrian Games competitor, has […]

U.S. Dressage Horses Verdades and Danilo Pass Jog at FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final in Paris

Paris, France – April 12, 2018 – Though the show jumping horses kicked off the FEI World Cup™ Finals on Wednesday, U.S. dressage competitors headed down the jog lane for the health inspection on Thursday morning at the AccorHotels Arena. The United States’ Shelly Francis is thrilled to be in Paris at her first FEI World […]

Americans Sweep Podium at CDIO 3* Grand Prix Freestyle

Wellington, Fla. – March 30, 2018 – Team USA continued their winning streak in style after claiming the gold medal in the team competition of the CDIO3* Nations Cup and Americans swept the all three medals in the individual Grand Prix Freestyle in the final Friday Night Lights performance of the 2018 Adequan Global Dressage […]

Team USA Clinches CDIO3* Nations Cup Gold Medal

Wellington, Fla. – March 29, 2018 – Teams representing five different nations battled it out for their place on the podium on the second day of the FEI Nations Cup in Wellington, Florida. Team USA maintained their lead from the opening day following solid performances by their team riders and ultimately claimed the team gold […]

Team USA Leads CDIO3* Nations Cup After Day One

Wellington, Fla. – March 28, 2018 – Immediately after the U25 Nations Cup awards ceremony, the senior riders kicked off the CDIO3* competition starting with the small tour division consisting of the FEI Prix St. Georges test and ending with the FEI Grand Prix test for the big tour. Four nations battled it out to […]

American U-25 Team Takes Silver Medal in Wellington CDI-U25 Nations Cup

Wellington, Fla. – March 28, 2018 – On the final week of competition at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival, nine youth riders from three different countries made their way down centerline to compete for the team championship in the CDIO-U25 Nations Cup. In the Under-25 division, teams are made up of two or three riders, […]

US Equestrian Announces Combinations for 2018 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final and FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final Paris

By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – March 23, 2018 – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete/horse combinations that will represent the United States at the 2018 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final and FEI World Cup™ Dressage Final, April 11–15, at the AccorHotels Arena in Paris, France. The following 11 U.S. […]

Weber Claims 15th USEF Four-in-Hand Combined Driving National Championship at Live Oak International

Ocala, FL – March 18, 2018 – Chester Weber, Ocala, FL, won a record 15th USEF Four-in-Hand National Championship title Sunday at Live Oak International. Leading from start to finish, Weber and his team earned an impressive 40.11 in dressage, blazed brilliantly around the marathon with just 123.58 points added, and had only one ball […]

Chester Weber Keeps Control of USEF Combined Driving Four-in-Hand Championship at Live Oak International

Ocala, FL – March 17, 2018 – Spectators flocked to the beautiful Live Oak Plantation Saturday for the exhilarating Marathon phase of the five USEF Combined Driving National Championships being held at Live Oak International. Gabor Fintha’s challenging course put drivers to the ultimate test as they carefully piloted their quick-footed equine athletes around his […]

Thompson, Whittington and Wright Lead USEF Combined Driving National Championships at Live Oak International After Friday’s Dressage

Ocala, FL – March 16, 2018 – Three of the five USEF Combined Driving National Championship divisions completed their dressage tests Friday at Live Oak International with Jennifer Thompson, Kristin Whittington, and Boots Wright driving to the lead in their respective classes. This is the first year U.S. Equestrian has offered Championships at the Intermediate […]

Weber and Adcox Lead USEF Combined Driving National Championships After Dressage at Live Oak International

Ocala, FL – March 15, 2018 – Chester Weber and Scott Adcox were the stars of the show Thursday at Live Oak International, taking the lead in the USEF Four-in-Hand and Intermediate Pair Horse Combined Driving National Championships, respectively. Weber, Ocala, FL, is keen to take home a record 15th USEF Four-in-Hand National Championship title, […]

Beezie Madden Brings Home Blue with Breitling LS for United States in $205,000 Grand Prix CSIO4*

Wellington, Fla. – March 4, 2018 – The United States’ Beezie Madden claimed victory on her home soil during Nations Cup week at the Winter Equestrian Festival when she topped an 11-horse jump-off with Abigail Wexner’s Breitling LS during the $205,000 Grand Prix CSIO4*, presented by Lugano Diamonds on Sunday. Madden was three seconds ahead […]

NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team Seventh in Competitive $150,000 FEI Nations Cup™ at CSIO4* Wellington

Wellington, Fla. – The NetJets® U.S. Show Jumping Team of Lillie Keenan on Fibonacci 17, Beezie Madden riding Breitling LS, Adrienne Sternlicht on Cristalline, and Catherine Tyree riding Bokai, finished seventh in the $150,000 FEI Nations Cup™, presented by U.S. Trust/Bank of America Merrill Lynch, at CSIO4* Wellington on Saturday, March 3. The pathfinders for the […]

Hallie Coon and Caroline Martin Awarded 2018 USET Foundation Karen Stives Endowment Fund Grant

Gladstone, N.J. – Feb. 27, 2018 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is proud to announce that Hallie Coon and Caroline Martin have been named as the recipients of the 2018 Karen Stives Endowment Fund Grants in the amount of $25,000 each. Both riders will participate at the Houghton Hall CIC on May […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Show Jumping Team for $150,000 FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Wellington presented by U.S. Trust and Bank of America Merrill Lynch

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian (USEF) has named the following athletes to the U.S. Show Jumping Team for the $150,000 FEI Nations Cup CSIO4* Wellington presented by U.S. Trust and Bank of America Merrill Lynch. The FEI Nations Cup is part of the competition during week eight of the Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF), running Wednesday, […]

Para-Equestrian With Rare Disorder Meets Olympian in San Diego

Video Report By Alicia Summers, Reporter / Video By CBS News 8 San Diego, Calif. – Feb. 22, 2018 – For 20-year-old Morgan Hill, it’s a dream come true – the chance to meet an Olympic medalist and lifelong hero. But Hill isn’t your typical fan, she’s a well-known horse champion herself, even though she […]

U.S. Show Jumping Team Brings Home Bronze at CSIO5* Ocala

Ocala, Fla. – Feb. 18, 2018 – Nations Cup week at the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit culminated on Sunday with the highly anticipated $450,000 Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ of the USA CSIO5*, which kicked off the 2018 season of the North/Central America and Caribbean division of the brand new Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ […]

U.S. Children’s and Junior Athletes Gain Valuable Team Competition Experience at CSIJCH Ocala

Ocala, Fla. – Feb. 17, 2018 – The Grand Prix Ring at HITS Post Time Farm hosted the CSIJCH Ocala team competitions on Saturday, where children’s and junior athletes competed in a traditional Nations Cup format, going head-to-head in two rounds of competition over a course designed by Brazil’s Marina Azevedo. In the Children’s Nations […]

Strong Start for Team USA in $265,000 Longines Grand Prix CSI5* at HITS Ocala

Ocala, Fla. – Feb. 16, 2018 – The fifth week of the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit marks the start of the brand new Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ series in the North/Central America and Caribbean division. The new series brings a change to the week’s schedule as Friday highlighted the $265,000 Longines Grand Prix CSI5*, […]

US Equestrian Names Show Jumping Junior and Children’s Teams for CSIJCh Ocala

by US Equestrian Lexington, Ky. – Feb. 12, 2018 – US Equestrian has announced that the following athletes will participate in the junior and children’s team competitions at CSIJCh Ocala, Saturday, Feb. 17, in Ocala, Florida. The junior and children’s team competitions will run in conjunction with the Longines FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ CSIO5* during […]

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Show Jumping Team for Longines FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO5* Ocala

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian (USEF) has named the following athletes to the U.S. Show Jumping Team for the Longines FEI Nations Cup CSIO5* Ocala. As part of the new 2018 FEI Nations Cup series format, the competition will occur on Sunday, February 18, taking the place of the Grand Prix, which will move to […]

U.S. Para-Equestrian Dressage Team presented by Deloitte Victorious at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 2 CPEDI3*

Wellington, Fla. – The U.S. Para-Equestrian Dressage Team presented by Deloitte had another victorious outing at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) presented by Deloitte on January 19-21. The team consisted of Sydney Collier (Ann Arbor, Mich.), Katie Jackson (Austin, Texas), Angela “Annie” Peavy (Wellington, Fla.), and Kate Shoemaker (Peoria, Ariz.). The team competed in […]

USET Foundation’s “Triumph in Tryon” Delivers Evening to Remember with Crucial Funds Raised for 2018 World Equestrian Games

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 22, 2018 – On Friday, Jan. 19, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation hosted the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games™ (WEG) benefit, “Triumph in Tryon,” in Wellington, Florida. Co-chaired by USET Foundation President and CEO Jim McNerney and wife Haity, the “Triumph in Tryon” gala welcomed more than 500 guests […]

Jane Forbes Clark Honored as Recipient of USET Foundation’s 2018 R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 20, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has announced this year’s recipient of the R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award, Jane Forbes Clark. This award honors and recognizes a trustee on the USET Foundation board whose character, philanthropy and leadership is exemplary and has contributed to the organization’s […]

McLain Ward Honored with Whitney Stone Cup at USET Foundation’s “Triumph in Tryon” Gala

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 20, 2018 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that show jumping veteran McLain Ward is the recipient of the 2018 Whitney Stone Cup. “It’s a great honor,” said Ward on receiving the 2018 Whitney Stone Cup. “For us in particular, we had a difficult end to […]

Rising Talent Jennifer Gates Awarded 2018 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy at USET Foundation’s “Triumph in Tryon” Gala

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 20, 2018 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is honored to name the accomplished young show jumper Jennifer Gates of Medina, Washington, as the recipient of the 2018 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy. This prestigious award is presented annually to a young competitor in one of the Olympic disciplines who demonstrates […]

Rare Rolex and WEG VIP Packages Set for Auction at “Triumph in Tryon”

Gladstone, N.J. – Jan. 18, 2018 – On Friday, Jan. 19, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation will be hosting a benefit event at the International Polo Club in Wellington, Florida. The “Triumph in Tryon” gala, co-chaired by Jim and Haity McNerney, will help raise funds for the USET Foundation to further support the […]

Incredible and Exclusive Auction Items to Be Featured at “Triumph in Tryon”

Gladstone, N.J. – Jan. 16, 2018 – On Friday, Jan. 19, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation will be hosting a benefit event at the International Polo Club in Wellington, Florida. The “Triumph in Tryon” gala, co-chaired by Jim and Haity McNerney, will help raise funds for the USET Foundation to further support the […]

US Equestrian Eventing High Performance Program Emphasizes Focuses on Immediate and Future Athlete Success

Lexington, Ky. – With an emphasis on identifying, selecting, and supporting U.S. combinations, the US Equestrian (USEF) Eventing High Performance Program has recently undergone revisions and changes that emphasize strategic development for the immediate and future goals of U.S. eventing athletes and team success. USEF announced Erik Duvander as the newly hired Eventing Performance Director […]

USET Foundation Mourns the Loss of Trustee E. “Hunter” Harrison

Gladstone, N.J. – December 19, 2017 – The USET Foundation is deeply saddened to learn that USET Foundation Trustee, E. “Hunter” Harrison passed away on Saturday, Dec. 16 at the age of 73. Harrison was Chief Executive of CSX, a Florida-based railway, and owned Double H. Farm, LLC, a world class jumper and breeding operation […]

The Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping Has Begun for Kent Farrington

Geneva, SUI – Dec. 10, 2017 – Kent Farrington won the Rolex Grand Prix at the CHI Geneva 2017. In the last leg of the year of the Rolex Grand Slam of Show Jumping, the US American jumped to victory on Sunday afternoon at the sold-out Palexpo and thus celebrated the first Major victory in […]

Show Jumping Icon William “Bill” Steinkraus Passes Away at Age 92

Gladstone, N.J. – December 6, 2017 – It is with great sadness that we learned today of the the passing of legendary equestrian, William “Bill” Steinkraus on November 29 at the age of 92. A five-time Olympian, four-time medal winner and first U.S. Show Jumping Individual medalist, Steinkraus boasted one of the most decorated equestrian […]

USET Foundation to Host “Triumph in Tryon” Gala to Benefit U.S. World Equestrian Games Teams

Tickets Available Now! Gladstone, N.J. – Dec. 1, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce it will be hosting a World Equestrian Games benefit event on Friday, Jan. 19, 2018 at the International Polo Club in Wellington, Florida. The “Triumph in Tryon” will help raise necessary funds for the […]

Join the USET Foundation This #GivingTuesday! Donate Today!

Gladstone, N.J. – Nov. 28, 2017 – During the month of November each year, thousands of nonprofit organizations participate in a special day following Black Friday and Cyber Monday called Giving Tuesday. This #GivingTuesday, on Nov. 28, holiday shoppers can participate by donating to the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation’s mission of supporting the […]

Washington International Horse Show President’s Cup Party to Benefit USET Foundation

Gladstone, N.J. – Oct. 23, 2017 – The capital of the United States will once again be filled with more than 500 of the world’s top horses and riders vying for half a million dollars in prize money as the 59th installment of the Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) gets underway Oct. 24–29. The United […]

Rutledge Gallops to CCI3* Lead at The 2017 Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event

by US Equestrian Communications Department/Classic Communications Fair Hill, Md. – Spectators and competitors enjoyed a thrilling day of cross-country at The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event, where international pairs proved their mettle over Derek di Grazia’s challenging track. Colleen Rutledge held on to her lead in The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI3* Eventing National Championship […]

Coleman and Smith Earn 2017 The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI3* and CCI2* Eventing National Championship Titles

by US Equestrian Communications Department/Classic Communications Fair Hill, Md. – The show jumping phase proved influential for CCI3* competitors on Sunday at the 2017 The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event, with Will Coleman and Tight Lines claiming the title of The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI3* Eventing National Champions. Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and […]

Smith Takes an Early Lead in the CCI** at The 2017 Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event

by US Equestrian Communications Department/Classic Communications Fair Hill, Md. – Oct. 12, 2017 – International competitors took to the dressage arena Thursday for the first day of competition at the 2017 The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event. Tamra Smith (Murrieta, Calif.) leads in The Dutta Corp./USEF CCI2* Eventing National Championship aboard Sunsprite Warmblood’s […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Completes FEI Nations Cup Military Boekelo-Enschede CCIO3*

By the US Equestrian Communications Department Boekelo, The Netherlands – The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team concluded the 2017 FEI Nations Cup™ season at Military Boekelo-Enschede CCIO3*, October 5-8, 2017. In a massive field that drew 99 combinations, U.S. team members Katherine Coleman, Caroline Martin, and Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp were among the 68 that completed one […]

McKayla Langmeier Wins 2017 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – East

Gladstone, N.J. – Oct. 8, 2017 – After several top finishes and a reserve championship at the 2015 Talent Search Finals, McKayla Langmeier finally led the victory gallop at the 2017 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals – East after climbing the ranks to overtake the early leader. As the day one frontrunner with […]

Nifty Hamilton Is Victorious at the 2017 USEF Single Horse Combined Driving National Championship

by US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – Oct. 8, 2017 – The final day and phase of the 2017 USEF Single Horse Combined Driving National Championship at the Kentucky Classic CDE proved to be a challenging test for the drivers and horses. Nifty Hamilton (Alva, Fla.) and Makari Design, a nine-year-old KWPN gelding owned […]

Hamilton and Makari Design Maintain Strong Lead After Marathon Phase in the 2017 USEF Single Horse Combined Driving National Championship at the Kentucky Classic CDE

By US Equestrian Lexington, Ky. – Saturday concluded the marathon and second phase of competition for the 2017 USEF Single Horse Combined Driving National Championship at the Kentucky Classic CDE. Nifty Hamilton (Alva, Fla.) and Makari Design expertly navigated the obstacles of the marathon course to a clear round, winning the second phase with 86.97 […]

Hamilton Leads After First Day of Competition for the 2017 USEF Single Horse Combined Driving National Championship

By US Equestrian communications department Lexington, Ky. – After the dressage phase of competition at the Kentucky Classic CDE, Nifty Hamilton (Alva, Fla.) and Makari Design lead the 2017 USEF Single Horse Combined Driving National Championship with 53.49 points. The American drivers hold the next three positions behind Hamilton. Leslie Berndl (Newcastle, Calif.) and Uminco […]

Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team Set to Take on FEI Nations Cup Military Boekelo-Enschede CCIO3*

Boekelo, The Netherlands – The Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team will wrap up the 2017 FEI Nations Cup™ season when they compete against 16 nations at Military Boekelo-Enschede CCIO3* Thursday, October 5-8, 2017. Under the guidance of acting Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law, the team of Katherine Coleman, Elisabeth Halliday-Sharp, and Caroline Martin will fight for […]

Smith, Linstedt and Helffrich Selected for Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grants

Gladstone, N.J. – Oct. 3, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grants: Tamra Smith, Jordan Linstedt and Alexis Helffrich. The grant is awarded to eventing athletes who have been identified as having an impressive record and […]

The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Takes Silver at FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Final at CSIO5* Barcelona

Olympians Hough and Ward Jump Double-Clear By Julian McPeak, US Equestrian communications department Barcelona, Spain – Sept. 30, 2017 – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team finished strong on Saturday evening at the FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Final at CSIO5* Barcelona, claiming second over Belgium. After technical issues with one of the stadium lights that […]

The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Claims Silver at the Longines FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Final at CSIO5* Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team of Lauren Hough, Laura Kraut, Beezie Madden, and McLain Ward claim the silver medal at the Longines FEI Nations Cup Jumping Final at CSIO5* Barcelona. Led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland, the U.S. team finished on four faults. More information to follow. The USEF International High Performance Programs are […]

U.S. Equestrian Announces Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Nations Cup Military Boekelo-Enschede CCIO3*

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the following athletes to the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Nations Cup™ at Military Boekelo-Enschede CCIO3*, October 5-8 in Boekelo, The Netherlands. Leslie Law will serve as Chef d’Equipe for the team at this event. Katherine Coleman (Wiltshire, England) and Back to Business, Kalai, LLC’s 10-year-old […]

Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Advances to Final Competition at Longines FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Final CSIO5* Barcelona

Barcelona, Spain – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team rode determined in Thursday’s preliminary round to advance to the Final Competition against the top eight teams on Saturday, September 30. Lauren Hough and McLain Ward both delivered clear rounds, allowing the U.S. team to finish on a mere four faults. Drawing eighth in the order, […]

Dedicated Donor Madeline Gage Wins Trip to Rolex Central Park Horse Show

For half a century, 72-year-old Madeline Gage of New York has been contributing to and supporting the United States Equestrian Team Foundation. As one of the most dedicated donors to the USET Foundation, Madeline was honored with a special trip to the 2017 Rolex Central Park Horse Show where she had the incredible opportunity to […]

Peavy and McIntosh Secure Top Honors at 2017 USEF Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championships Sponsored by Deloitte

Tryon, N.C. – The 2017 USEF Para-Equestrian Dressage National Championships sponsored by Deloitte wrapped up Sunday with Grade IV athlete Angela “Annie” Peavy and Royal Dark Chocolate crowned National Champions. Grade I athlete Margaret McIntosh and Heros earned Reserve National Champion honors. Sunday’s FEI Freestyle Tests accounted for the final 20% of the overall championship […]

Team USA Captures Gold in BMO Nations Cup at Spruce Meadows

Calgary, Alta. – Sept. 9, 2017 – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team clinched the gold medal in the BMO Nations Cup in front of more than 80,000 show jumping fans in the International Ring on Saturday during the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO5* Tournament. The victorious U.S. team consisted of Lauren Hough, Charlie Jacobs, Lillie […]

Matt Brown and BCF Belicoso Gallop to National Open Horse Trials Championship for the Jack Le Goff Trophy and Adequan USEA Gold Cup Championship Titles

Tryon, N.C. – For the first time in history, the Adequan USEA Gold Cup Final was run with cross-country as the last phase. When severe weather hit the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Land Rover and Nutrena ® in Mill Spring, N.C. earlier in the week, the cross-country phase had to be postponed […]

U.S. Eventers Symansky and Martin Capture Top-Ten Finishes at Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials CCI4*

Lincolnshire, England – Land Rover/USEF Eventing Competition Grant recipients Lynn Symansky and Donner and Boyd Martin and Steady Eddie captured sixth- and 10th-place, respectively, on Sunday at the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials CCI4*. Part of the Grand Slam of eventing sponsored by Rolex, “Burghley” is known for its tough courses and competition as the […]

USA’s Mackenna Shea Sits in Third After Dressage on Day One at Her First Burghley Horse Trials

American rider Mackenna Shea, 24, has made a great start to her first run at the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials and is in third place on a score of 46.1 on Landioso, a 15-year-old Dutch-bred gelding that she has produced since he was four. Shea has based herself this summer with British rider Rodney […]

Jennie Brannigan and Stella Artois Finish Fourth at Millstreet International Horse Trials CCI3*

Millstreet, Ireland – Jennie Brannigan and Stella Artois had a strong performance in the Noel C. Duggan Engineering CCI3* division at the Millstreet International Horse Trials, August 25-27. The pair had a nice dressage test on Friday to earn a score of 47.10. Brannigan (Reddick, Fla.) and Cory Walkey, Beth Lendrum, and Elsbeth Battel’s 2008 […]

US Equestrian Names Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team for Spruce Meadows’ BMO Nations Cup

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has named the following athletes to the Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team for the BMO Nations Cup during the Spruce Meadows ‘Master’ CSIO5* Tournament, September 6-10, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada: Lauren Hough (Wellington, Fla.) Charlie Jacobs (Boston, Mass.) Lillie Keenan (New York, N.Y.) Beezie Madden (Cazenovia, N.Y.) Robert Ridland will […]

Whaley Earns Top-10 Finish at 2017 FEI World Driving Championships for Ponies

By Kathleen Landwehr, US Equestrian Communications Department Minden-Kutenhausen, Germany – The U.S. driving athletes competed at the 2017 FEI World Driving Championships for Ponies from August 15-20 under the guidance of Chef d’Equipe Jennifer Matheson and Coach Thorsten Zarembowicz. Katie Whaley finished ninth overall in the FEI World Driving Championships for Pair Ponies. In the […]

U.S. Ladies Capture First All-Female Dublin Nations Cup Victory

Team USA secured a definitive victory in the eighth and last leg of the FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping 2017 Europe Division 1 League in Dublin (IRL) today when producing the only zero score in a hard-fought competition. On level pegging with the Irish at the halfway stage they stood firm while their hosts lost their […]

USA Paralympians Annie Peavy and Margaret McIntosh Earn Top Results at Bishop Burton CPEDI3*

By: Lindsay Y. McCall Avon, Conn. – Aug. 9, 2017 – 2016 USA Paralympian and 2014 World Equestrian Games athlete Annie Peavy (Avon, Connecticut) and Paralympic teammate Margaret “Gigi” McIntosh (Reading, Pennsylvania) headed to Europe this summer to compete in two international para-dressage competitions. Peavy rode at the Hartpury Festival of Dressage CPEDI3* July 5–9 […]

Laura Graves and Verdades Finish Third in CDIO5* Grand Prix Freestyle

Aachen, Germany – July 23, 2017 – On the final day of competition at the World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen, dressage riders headed down centerline for the CDIO5* Grand Prix Freestyle. American anchor, Laura Graves and her 15-year-old KWPN gelding, Verdades, were determined for another win in Germany, but mistakes in the canter tour pushed the […]

Team USA Rider Laura Graves and Verdades Win Grand Prix Special at CDIO5* in Aachen, Germany

Aachen, Germany – July 22, 2017 – On Saturday in Aachen, Germany, Team USA rider Laura Graves and world-ranked #1 rider for Germany, Isabell Werth, battled it out for the top placings in the CDIO5* Grand Prix Special. It was Graves and Verdades, her 15-year-old KWPN gelding, who rode into first place with a score […]

Farrington and Uceko Capture North Rhine-Westphalia Victory

Aachen, Germany – July 21, 2017 – World #1 Kent Farrington rode R.C.G. Farm’s 16 year-old gelding, Uceko, to a double-clear finish to win the Prize of North Rhine-Westphalia, approaching the final weekend of CHIO Aachen. Farrington flew through the second round of Frank Rothenberger’s (GER) 1.55m course in 46.65 seconds. The German home team […]

Team USA Ties for Silver in Mercedes-Benz Nations Cup at CHIO Aachen

Aachen, Germany – July 20, 2017 – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team tied for the silver medal with Switzerland in the Mercedes-Benz Nations Cup CSIO5* at CHIO Aachen, behind gold medal home team, Germany. The United States team consisted of Kent Farrington, Beezie Madden, Laura Kraut and McLain Ward. Farrington was first in the […]

USET Foundation Awards Caroline Martin and Doug Payne 2017 Jacqueline B. Mars Competition and Training Grants

Gladstone, N.J. – July 20, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that this year’s recipients of the Jacqueline B. Mars Competition and Training Grants are Caroline Martin and Doug Payne. Martin and Payne were recognized and unanimously selected by the US Equestrian eventing selectors due to their impressive […]

United States Goes Into Second After Day 1 of Aachen CDIO5*

Aachen, Germany – July 20, 2017 – Team USA ranked second overall after the first day of Nations Cup competition at the CDIO5* in Aachen, Germany. The German dressage team took the lead after the Grand Prix with a total of 236.457. The United States team consisted of Laura Graves, Adrienne Lyle, Olivia LaGoy-Weltz and […]

Jennie Brannigan and U.S. Team Capture Great Meadows International CICO3* Nations Cup Victory

The Plains, Va. – July 9, 2017 – For the second year in a row, the United States took home top honors during the only FEI Nations Cup™ Eventing competition in North America at the Great Meadow International (GMI), presented by Adequan®. The competition stayed close until the very end, where Jennie Brannigan and her […]

U.S. Dressage Team Earns Gold at FEI Nations Cup™ CDIO5* Rotterdam

Rotterdam, Netherlands – June 24, 2017 – In a tightly contested competition against seven countries, the United States Dressage Team won the fourth leg of the Nations Cup series at the CDIO5* in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Comprised of Laura Graves, Olivia LaGoy-Weltz, Kasey Perry-Glass, Dawn White-O’Connor, and led by Chef D’Equipe, Robert Dover, the team finished […]

Leading U.S. Eventing Team, Marilyn Little Rides to Finish Fourth at Luhmühlen CCI4*

Elaine Wessel Luhmühlen, Germany – June 20, 2017 – Horses and riders from 14 nations gathered at the 2017 Luhmühlen CCI4*, presented by DHL, in Germany this past weekend to vie for the top prize in the fifth leg of the FEI Classics series, comprised of only six four-star eventing competitions held each year. The […]

USET Foundation Announces Launch of the Driving Challenge, Led by Misdee and James Miller, Steve Wilson and Laura Lee Brown

Gladstone, N.J. – June 19, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of a transformational fundraising initiative, the Driving Challenge, made possible through the generosity of Misdee and James Miller, Steve Wilson and Laura Lee Brown. As active drivers and loyal supporters of equestrian sport, these competitors […]

USA Pips Netherlands in Nations Cup Thriller at Sopot

Laura Kraut clinched victory for Team USA at the fifth leg of the FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Europe Division 2 series in Sopot, Poland today. But the 51-year-old double-Olympian had to ride for her life in the edge-of-the-seat third-round jump-off to beat Dutch teenager Sanne Thijssen (18) whose breathtaking performances with Con Quidam RB had […]

Champions! Team USA Wins FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Langley to Lead Series Standings

  Langley, British Columbia – Tensions were high as five teams battled to qualify for the final in the third leg of the FEI Nations Cup Jumping North America, Central America, and Caribbean League. It was the Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team who earned the gold medal, ahead of the Canadian home team by one […]

Jacqueline B. Mars and USET Foundation Launch the Giltedge Endowment Fund Challenge

Gladstone, N.J. – May 31, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of a transformational fundraising initiative, the Giltedge Endowment Fund Challenge, made possible through the generosity of Jacqueline B. Mars. The goal of the initiative is to raise $1,500,000 to firmly establish the Giltedge Endowment Fund […]

Kaitlin Blythe and Don Principe Wrap Up ‘Brentina Cup’ Championship With Freestyle Victory

Gladstone, N.J. – May 21, 2017 – In her last year of eligibility in the Under 25 division, Kaitlin Blythe claimed a memorable victory by winning the ‘Brentina Cup’ Championship aboard Don Principe, an 18-year-old Hanoverian stallion owned by Maryanna Haymon. The combination earned a Grand Prix 16-25 freestyle score of 69.3 percent, edging them […]

Kasey Perry-Glass and Goerklintgaards Dublet Win Overall Grand Prix National Championship at The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 21, 2017 –  On the final day of The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions, Olympian Kasey Perry-Glass and Goerklintgaards Dublet clinched the overall Grand Prix championship title with a total score of 71.575 after earning a 73.325 percent in the freestyle. “I’m proud of him,” Perry-Glass said. “This entire […]

Adrienne Lyle and Horizon Dance to Victory in Intermediate I Championship at The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 21, 2017 – On the final day of the U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions held at the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation headquarters in New Jersey, Adrienne Lyle and Horizon, a 10-year-old Oldenburg mare owned by Betsy Juliano, danced into first place overall in the Intermediate I championship after earning […]

Adrienne Lyle Takes the Lead in the Intermediate I Championship at The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 20, 2017 – On the third day of competition at The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions in Gladstone, New Jersey, Adrienne Lyle rode into the lead in the overall championship calculations after placing both first and third in the afternoon’s Intermediate I class on Horizon and Harmony’s Duval. To […]

Olympians Robert Dover and Laura Graves Share Training Wisdom at The Dutta Corp. Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 20, 2017 – Before the Intermediate I class got underway on the third day of The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions, selected riders and spectators were given an educational “Olympian Experience” presented by Dressage Today with Robert Dover and Laura Graves. Both top riders offered training advice to help […]

Natalie Pai Jumps into U25 Lead After Day Two of The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 19, 2017 – After placing third in the Intermediate II 16–25 class on Thursday, 20-year-old Natalie Pai returned to the ring at the USET Foundation’s headquarters focused and determined to win. Riding Unlimited, a 16-year-old KWPN gelding she is leasing from P.J. Rizvi, Pai has continued to gain confidence in the […]

Olivia LaGoy-Weltz and Lonoir Take First Place in Grand Prix Special at The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 19, 2017 – On the second day of The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions, held at the historic United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation headquarters, Olivia LaGoy-Weltz and Lonoir, a 13-year-old Danish Warmblood gelding, rode into first place in the Grand Prix Special with a score of 70.686 percent. […]

Molly Paris and Countess Win Intermediate II 16–25 at The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 18, 2017 – In the final class on Thursday at The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions, Molly Paris won the Intermediate II 16–25 aboard Countess, a 15-year-old Danish Warmblood mare, with a score of 67.079 percent. “My mare came out as well as she could,” Paris said. “There is […]

Jane Cleveland and Monique Victorious in Prix St. Georges Class at The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 18, 2017 – The energy level is high at the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation Headquarters in Gladstone, New Jersey, as riders earn the first scores for the coveted national championship titles. In the large Prix St. Georges class, it was Jane Cleveland and Monique, an 8-year-old Danish Warmblood mare, […]

Kasey Perry-Glass Leads After Day One of The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 18, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation welcomed elite horse-and-rider combinations to their headquarters in Gladstone, New Jersey, for The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions on Thursday, May 18. The competition features four days of stacked classes as well as an “Olympian Experience” educational event led […]

Win Custom Breyer® Horse Model and Autographed Rio Olympics Poster in USET Foundation’s PonyUp! Contest

Gladstone, N.J. – May 16, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is excited to announce its first-ever fundraising contest designed to help increase awareness for equestrian sports and raise funds for the U.S. high performance equestrian programs. The PonyUp! contest allows you to spread the word about high performance equestrian sports, while […]

USET Foundation and US Equestrian Thank Generous Sponsors of The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – May 12, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation and US Equestrian would like to thank the generous sponsors of this year’s The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions, which will be held May 18–21 at historic Hamilton Farm, headquarters of the USET Foundation. This national championship would not […]

Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Remains Atop Standings; Earns Silver at FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Coapexpan

By Dana Rossmeier, US Equestrian communications department Xalapa, Mexico – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team battled it out with Mexico until the very end to produce a strong silver medal performance at the FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Coapexpan on Friday. Although the team of Quentin Judge, Peter Lutz, Alison Robitaille and Adrienne Sternlicht missed […]

Special Benefit Opportunity to Train with Olympians Steffen Peters and Laura Graves

Gladstone, N.J. – May 3, 2017 – The USET Foundation is pleased to announce a very special opportunity to support Team USA and train with an Olympian. The clinicians for this once in a lifetime “Olympian Experience” benefit package, presented by Dressage Today, are none other than 2016 Rio Olympic dressage team bronze medalists Steffen […]

USET Foundation Announces Phillip Dutton as 2017 Pinnacle Cup Trophy Recipient

Edited press release: Classic Communications Lexington, Ky. – April 30, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that this year’s recipient of the Pinnacle Cup Trophy at the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event is Phillip Dutton of West Grove, Pennsylvania. By placing fourth, U.S. veterans Phillip Dutton and Mr. Medicott (54.6) took home […]

Once in a Lifetime “Olympian Experience” Offered at 2017 The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions

Gladstone, N.J. – April 21, 2017 – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions, hosted by the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation at historic Hamilton Farm in Gladstone, New Jersey, is pleased to offer a very special “Olympian Experience” package to train with an Olympian and enjoy this year’s event, held May 18-21, as […]

The 2017 Dutta Corp United States Dressage Festival of Champions to Be Hosted by USET Foundation at Gladstone Headquarters May 18–21

Gladstone, N.J. – April 19, 2017 – Historic Hamilton Farm, headquarters of the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation, is pleased to host the 2017 Dutta Corp United States Dressage Festival of Champions in Gladstone, New Jersey, May 18–21. The event will feature the USEF Grand Prix Dressage National Championship, the USEF Intermediaire I Championship and the USEF […]

McLain Ward Claims Home Victory for Team USA at Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final

Omaha, Neb. – April 2, 2017 – As two-time Olympic and Pan American Games gold medalist McLain Ward of the United States made his way to the main arena of the CenturyLink Center for the second and final round of the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final, his mind flashed back to 2009. At the […]

Laura Graves and Verdades Earn Personal Best at FEI World Cup Dressage Final

Omaha, Neb. – April 1, 2017 – It was Germany’s Isabell Werth who topped the podium and doused the second and third place riders, Laura Graves and Carl Hester, with champagne after the thrilling Grand Prix Freestyle at the FEI World Cup Dressage Finals. The world’s #1 ranked rider seized her third World Cup title […]

McLain Ward Secures Second Win for U.S. in 2017 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final

Omaha, Neb. – March 31, 2017 – American fan-favorite McLain Ward continued to dominate the 2017 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final on Friday evening, claiming his second consecutive win in round two of the championship aboard the fierce HH Azur. After Thursday and Friday’s flawless performances, the pair will have the advantage of carrying […]

Team USA Leads the Way After First Round in 2017 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final

Omaha, Neb. – March 30, 2017 – McLain Ward kicked off the first phase of the 2017 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final on Thursday evening with a win for the U.S. in the one-round speed leg of the competition. Ward bested 37 of the world’s top horses and riders aboard the 11-year-old Belgian Warmblood […]

Laura Graves and Verdades Hot on Isabell Werth’s Tail at FEI World Cup Dressage Finals

Omaha, Neb. – March 30, 2017 – Isabell Werth prevailed in the first day of competition of what is shaping up to be a very competitive FEI World Cup Final in Omaha, Nebraska. The German rider rode the 12-year-old Oldenberg mare, Weihegold OLD, to victory in Thursday’s Grand Prix, holding off determined American rider Laura […]

Caroline Martin and Mackenna Shea to Represent United States During Karen E. Stives European Developing Tour

Gladstone, N.J. – March 29, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is proud to announce that Caroline Martin and Mackenna Shea have been named as the recipients of the 2017 Karen Stives Eventing Endowment Fund Grants. Martin and Shea will participate in the Karen E. Stives European Emerging Athlete Tour, which will […]

USET Foundation Presents 2017 Maxine Beard Award to Catherine Tyree and Chloe Reid

Wellington, Fla. – March 25, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that this year’s recipients of the prestigious Maxine Beard Award are Catherine Tyree and Chloe Reid. Hailing from Chicago, Illinois, and Washington, D.C., Tyree and Reid will be adding this award to their already impressive lists of […]

United States Dressage Team Earns Silver Medal at Stillpoint Farm CDIO3* Nations Cup

Wellington, Fla. – March 24, 2017 – Team Canada walked away with their first Nations Cup gold medal during the two-day CDIO3* team competition, presented by Stillpoint Farm, on Thursday evening, March 23, in Wellington, Florida. Their mixed large and small tour team won with a combined score of 434.528, while the United States team, […]

Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Shows Strength of Depth with Silver Medal Win in $150,000 FEI Nations Cup™ at CSIO4* Wellington

By Dana Rossmeier, US Equestrian Communications Department Wellington, Fla. – March 4, 2017 – A young Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team entered the arena full of fire as they kept up with the seasoned Irish team the entire night to earn the silver medal in the $150,000 FEI Nations Cup™ at CSIO4* Wellington on Friday, […]

James R. Wolf Appointed USET Foundation Deputy Executive Director

Gladstone, N.J. – Feb. 27, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that James (Jim) R. Wolf has been named deputy executive director. Wolf has been involved in equestrian sport governance and marketing for over 20 years. Most recently he served as the president of Wolf Sports Group, LLC (WSG), a sports/entertainment […]

Madden and Breitling LS’ Thrilling Finish Leads Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team to Silver Medal at FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Ocala

By Dana Rossmeier, US Equestrian Communications Department Ocala, Fla. – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team jumped to the top of the North America FEI Nations Cup™ standings with an exciting finish at FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Ocala on Friday. With the U.S. team trailing by 4 faults, anchor combination Beezie Madden and Breitling LS came through […]

US Equestrian Names Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team for FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Ocala

From the USEF Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – Feb. 7, 2017 – US Equestrian has named the following athletes to the Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team for FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* Ocala, Feb. 14–19, in Ocala, Florida: Lauren Hough (Wellington, Fla.) Lillie Keenan (New York, N.Y.) Beezie Madden (Cazenovia, N.Y.) McLain Ward (Brewster, N.Y.) Ali […]

New Officers and Trustees Elected at USET Foundation’s Annual Meeting

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 25, 2017 – At the annual meeting of the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation, Saturday, Jan. 21, in Wellington, Florida, the board of trustees elected W. James McNerney, Jr. as CEO and president and William H. Weeks, Jr. as vice president. These individuals will serve as officers of the corporation. […]

USET Foundation Elects W. James McNerney, Jr., President and CEO and William H. Weeks, Jr., Vice President

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 24, 2017 – At the annual meeting of the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation, Saturday, Jan. 21, in Wellington, Florida, the board of trustees elected W. James McNerney, Jr. as CEO and president and William H. Weeks, Jr. as vice president. These individuals will serve as officers of the corporation. W. […]

USET Foundation Recognizes Loyal Gold Medal Club Members

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 23, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to recognize the generous support of their Gold Medal Club (GMC) members. The GMC is the lifeblood of the USET Foundation, accounting for nearly 80 percent of individual contributions each year and is comprised of members who contribute a […]

Laura Graves Chosen by USET Foundation as Recipient of 2017 Whitney Stone Cup

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 23, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that dressage star Laura Graves is the recipient of the 2017 Whitney Stone Cup. The award is presented annually to an active competitor who displays consistent excellence in international competition and high standards of sportsmanlike conduct while serving […]

USET Foundation Awards 2017 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy to Young Talent Chloe Reid

Wellington, Fla. – Jan. 23, 2017 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is honored to name the accomplished young show jumper, Chloe Reid, of Washington, D.C., as the recipient of the 2017 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy. Each year this award is presented to a young rider in one of the Olympic disciplines who exemplifies […]

Jacqueline B. Mars Honored with R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award

Wellington, Fla. ­– Jan. 23, 2017 – In 2015, the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation announced the creation of the R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award in honor and recognition of the late Bruce Duchossois. On Jan. 20, Jacqueline B. Mars was presented with the 2017 award during the USET Foundation’s Gold Medal Club […]

Make a Gift in Honor of Your Favorite Equestrian or Horse this Holiday Season

Gladstone, NJ – Dec. 20, 2016 – Honor your favorite equestrian this holiday season with a donation to the USET Foundation. It could be an Olympian, your child, grandchild, friend or that first pony that got you started. It is the love of horses and equestrian sport that brings us together and the pride we […]

Jennie Brannigan and Stella Artois Chosen as 2016 Connaught Grant Recipients

The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is proud to announce Jennie Brannigan and Stella Artois as the 2016 recipients of the Connaught Grant at the United States Eventing Association (USEA) Annual Meeting. “I’m very, very excited to have been chosen,” Brannigan said. “I think the first job I ever got working for Phillip Dutton […]

David O’Connor to Serve as U.S. Eventing Technical Advisor

From the USEF communications department Lexington, Ky. – Dec. 7, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that David O’Connor will serve as the Eventing Technical Advisor for the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team. He will also continue to play an important role, alongside the eventing managing director, in the development […]

Robert Dover to Serve as U.S. Dressage Technical Advisor

From the USEF communications department Lexington, Ky. – Dec. 2, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that Robert Dover will act as Technical Advisor in addition to serving as chef d’équipe at agreed upon U.S. dressage team competitions. He will also continue to play a significant role in fundraising for […]

USET Foundation Awards Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant to Savannah “Woodge” Fulton

Gladstone, N.J. – Nov. 21, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that it has awarded the 2016 Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant to up-and-coming eventing rider Savannah “Woodge” Fulton of Ocala, Florida. The Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant is awarded through the USET Foundation Amanda Pirie Warrington Fund. Fulton, this […]

USEF Announces Dates and Locations for 2017 USEF Dressage National Championships

From the USEF communications department Lexington, Ky. – Nov. 14, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce the dates and locations for the 2017 USEF Dressage National Championships. The U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions will be divided between two competitions. The Grand Prix, Intermediaire I and Young Adult ‘Brentina Cup’ National […]

Tryon (USA) to host FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2018

The FEI World Equestrian Games™ 2018 will be held at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in North Carolina (USA) from 10 to 23 September 2018. The FEI Bureau today unanimously agreed that the Games should be awarded to Tryon, meaning that the FEI’s flagship event remains in North America, following the withdrawal of Bromont (CAN) […]

Wilson Scores Back-to-Back USEF Pair Horse Driving National Championship Titles at Hermitage Classic CDE

Goshen, Ky. – The Hermitage Classic CDE played host to the 2016 USEF Pair Horse Driving National Championship on October 21-23. The picturesque Hermitage Farm provided the backdrop for Steve Wilson to claim his second consecutive championship title. Wilson (Louisville, Ky.) began the competition with a great dressage test, earning a score of 49.79 from […]

Land Rover/USEF Eventing Competition Grant Recipient Kieffer Finishes Fourth in Military Boekelo-Enschede CCIO3*

By Kathleen Landwehr Boekelo, The Netherlands – Oct. 10, 2016 – The U.S. contingent had a respectable performance in the solid international field of 97 combinations in the Military Boekelo-Enschede CCIO3*. Land Rover/USEF Eventing Competition Grant recipient Lauren Kieffer and Meadowbrook’s Scarlett led the way as the top U.S. pair in fourth place. Kieffer (Middleburg, Va.) […]

USET Foundation Named Beneficiary of Washington International Horse Show President’s Cup Party

Gladstone, N.J. – Sept. 27, 2016 – The capital of the United States will once again be filled with more than 500 of the world’s top horses and riders vying for half a million dollars in prize money as the 58th installment of the Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) gets underway Oct. 25–30. The United States […]

Podium Finish for Team USA at 2016 Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Jumping Final

Barcelona, Spain – Sept. 24, 2016 – Riding against the top eight nations in the world, the ladies of Team USA battled their way to an impressive podium finish at the 2016 Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Jumping Final during the CSIO5* Barcelona, finishing on just 4 faults to secure the third-place spot. The final consisted […]

All Female U.S. Show Jumping Squad Advances to Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Final

Barcelona, Spain – Sept. 22, 2016 – The first round of the CSIO5* Barcelona Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Final concluded with Team USA on 0 faults, securing the team a spot in Saturday’s final. During the first round of competition, Lauren Hough and the Ohlala Group’s Ohlala were the first to go clear for Team […]

Hart Qualifies for Freestyle as Team Competition Concludes at Rio Paralympic Games

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Following five days of Team and Individual tests, Paralympic equestrian team competition concluded Thursday afternoon at the Deodoro Equestrian Center. Rebecca Hart was first down centerline for the U.S. Team in the Grade II Individual test, scoring 67.714%. In the Grade Ia Individual test, individual competitor Roxanne Trunnell produced a […]

Collier Concludes Paralympic Debut with Individual Test at Rio Paralympic Games

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Grade IV and Ib Individual tests took center stage at the Deodoro Equestrian Center Wednesday at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games. Competing in the Grade Ib Individual test for the U.S. Team was Sydney Collier, who scored 67.655%. The Individual test is the second of two tests in Team competition. The […]

U.S. Equestrian Team Continues Competition with Team and Individual Tests at Rio Paralympic Games

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Tuesday at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games marked the final day of Team tests and first day of Individual tests for para-equestrian dressage. Competing in the Grade II Team test for the U.S. was Rebecca Hart, who scored 69.941%. The afternoon session featured the first of the Individual tests. Angela […]

U.S. Equestrian Athletes Give Solid Performances on Day Two of Paralympic Games

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Para-equestrian dressage competition continued on Monday at the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games with day two of Team tests. Riding as an Individual in the Grade Ia Team test, Roxanne Trunnell gave a strong performance to score 69.348%. Competing in Grade Ia for the U.S. Team was Margaret McIntosh, who scored 68.087%. Currently […]

Strong Start for U.S. Equestrian Team at the Rio Paralympic Games

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Para-equestrian dressage competition got underway Sunday at the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games. Twenty-seven Grade III and Ib competitors representing 24 countries took to the main arena at the Deodoro Equestrian Center to perform the Team test, the first of two tests in team competition. Angela Peavy (Grade III) and Sydney […]

McLain Ward Takes Second After Thrilling Jump-Off in the CP International Grand Prix

Calgary, Alta. – The United States’ McLain Ward and HH Azur went head-to-head against Great Britain’s Scott Brash and Ursula XII in a nail-biting jump-off at the CP International Grand Prix presented by Rolex on Sunday. Because the defending champions went triple-clear, Ward and HH Azur needed to complete the jump-off under 41.19 seconds. Unfortunately, […]

U.S. Show Jumping Team Finishes Sixth in BMO Nations Cup at Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO5* Tournament

Calgary, Alberta – Sept. 10, 2016 – The Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ CSIO5* Tournament featured the BMO Nations Cup in the International Ring on Saturday with an exciting lineup of 10 international show jumping teams. The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team competing in the Spruce Meadows ‘Masters’ BMO Nations Cup in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, consisted of Lillie […]

U.S. Paralympic Equestrian Team Fit and Ready for Competition in Rio

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Equestrian competition at the Rio Paralympic Games got underway at the Deodoro Equestrian Center Saturday with the horse inspection. A total of 76 athlete-and-horse combinations representing 29 countries, including 14 in the team competition, are set to compete over the course of the week for Paralympic medals and national pride. The […]

Weber Finishes Fourth at 2016 FEI World Driving Championships for Four-in-Hand

Breda, The Netherlands – The 2016 FEI World Driving Championships for Four-in-Hand came to its conclusion on Sunday with the cones phase deciding the final placings. Under the guidance of Chef d’Equipe Ed Young, the U.S. Driving Team of James Fairclough, Allison Stroud, and Chester Weber, along with individual Misdee Wrigley Miller, put forth a […]

U.S. Driving Team Positioned in Second Place After Dressage at FEI World Driving Championships for Four-in-Hand

Breda, Netherlands – Sept. 2, 2016 ­– The 2016 FEI World Driving Championships for Four-in-Hand, presented by Outdoor Brabant, is underway and taking place Aug. 31–Sept. 4. Seventy-five of the world’s best four-in-hand drivers have gathered to compete for the individual and team world titles in Breda, Netherlands. Under the guidance of Chef d’Équipe Ed […]

Kent Farrington Advances to Six-Horse Jump-Off for Gold in Show Jumping Finale

Rio de Janerio – Aug. 19, 2016 – On Friday, the equestrian events at the 2016 Olympic Games concluded with the Individual Final for Show Jumping, where 35 of the world’s best athletes returned to compete. All began on an equal score of zero, and of the 35 returning entries for the first round, 13 […]

Silver Medal for U.S. Show Jumping Team at 2016 Olympic Games

Rio de Janeiro – Aug. 17, 2016 – The Show Jumping Team Final at the 2016 Olympic Games had no shortage of peaks and valleys, with excitement from start to finish. After Tuesday’s Team Qualifier, four nations advanced with scores of zero, but a technical track with a tight time allowed and three teams with […]

U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team Withdraws Beezie Madden

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – The U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team has withdrawn Beezie Madden and Cortes ‘C’ from competition at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Cortes ‘C’ sustained an injury during Round One of the Team competition on Tuesday and in the best interest of the horse’s welfare, the decision has been made to withdraw […]

USEF Adds Roxanne Trunnell to the 2016 U.S. Paralympic Games Equestrian Team

Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that Roxanne Trunnell (Rowlett, Texas) has been added to the U.S. Paralympic Equestrian squad for the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, September 7-18. Trunnell will be entered as an individual in the Grade Ia division with Royal Dancer, Julia […]

U.S. Show Jumping Team Leads the Way After First Team Qualifier

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Aug. 16, 2016 – The United States Show Jumping Team came out strong on the second day of competition at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. During the second qualifying event, the athletes laid down three clear rounds in front of the packed crowd, advancing to the Team Final in a […]

Laura Graves and Verdades Deliver Personal Best in Grand Prix Freestyle

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – August 15, 2016 – The top 18 individual riders after the Grand Prix Special advanced to Monday’s Grand Prix Freestyle at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games, which proved to be a very competitive field with 10 riders earning scores over 80 percent. The United States qualified three riders for the Grand […]

U.S. Show Jumping Team Starts Strong in First Qualifier

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – Aug. 14, 2016 – The world’s best show jumping athletes kicked off competition at the 2016 Olympic Games on Sunday morning with the first qualifier in front of a packed house. The riders for the United States came out strong, with all four athletes delivering solid performances over the technical […]

U.S. Dressage Team Delivers Bronze Medal Finish in Rio

Rio de Janeiro – August 12, 2016 – Allison Brock, Laura Graves, Kasey Perry-Glass and Steffen Peters put the United States dressage team back on the Olympic podium with a bronze medal finish at the 2016 Rio Olympic Games. This is the first medal for U.S. dressage since the 2004 Olympics in Athens, where the […]

Peters and Graves Guide U.S. to Third Place Grand Prix Dressage Finish

Rio de Janeiro – August 11, 2016 – The U.S. Dressage Team closed out a day of strong performances with a third place finish on the final day of Grand Prix competition at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Scores from the Grand Prix are half of the equation in the dressage team competition, with Friday’s Grand […]

U.S. Team Third After First Day of Grand Prix Dressage

Rio de Janeiro – August 10, 2016 – On Wednesday, 2016 Rio Olympic Games, Grand Prix Dressage took center stage. Two riders for each team competed in Wednesday’s Grand Prix session, with Steffen Peters and Laura Graves still to come Thursday. The U.S. team effort featured two riders making their international championship debuts, and both […]

Phillip Dutton and Mighty Nice Capture Individual Eventing Bronze

Rio de Janeiro – August 9, 2016 – It was a roller coaster weekend for the U.S. Eventing Team at the 2016 Olympic Games. Hopes were high with a strong team heading into the competition, but mediocre dressage scores left fans wondering if the U.S. would reach the podium. Then, two eliminations during the cross […]

Dutton and Martin Advance to Show Jumping in Top 10 Positions

Rio de Janeiro – August 8, 2016 – Athletes at the Olympic Games in Rio had been discussing how difficult the cross country test looked all weekend, and on Monday the track proved to be just as punishing as predicted. Only 47 of the original 65 entries made it across the finish line, and only […]

OLYMPICS – Cross Country – Order of Go

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Putnam Finishes Fifth at 2016 FEI World Para-Driving Championships

Beesd, The Netherlands – Aug. 7, 2016 – Stefanie Putnam made her European debut at the 2016 FEI World Para-Driving Championships and impressed with a stellar performance. As the sole U.S. representative, Putnam looked right at home competing against a strong international field. She partnered with Bethesda After Dark to finish fifth in the Grade I […]

Veteran Olympian Phillip Dutton Leads the Way for Team USA

Rio de Janeiro – August 7, 2016 – Sunday marked the final day of the dressage for Equestrian Eventing, as the final two riders from each team completed their test at the 2016 Olympic Games. Phillip Dutton anchored the U.S. Team with Mighty Nice, owned by the HND Group, and is currently the highest ranked […]

Clark Montgomery Leads U.S. Team on Day One of Equestrian Eventing in Rio

Rio de Janeiro – August 6, 2016 – The 2016 Olympic Games kicked off on Saturday morning with the first equestrian event. Top athletes from around the world gathered to compete during the Dressage phase of Eventing. Clark Montgomery is the highest ranked rider for the United States, turning in a test that earned 46.6 […]

U.S Athletes Pass Inspection Ahead of Eventing Dressage Phase

Rio de Janeiro – August 5, 2016 – The opening ceremonies for the 2016 summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil will be held Friday evening, but earlier in the day the U.S. Eventing Team took its first steps towards the podium when they all passed the initial inspection. The team includes five-time Olympian […]

Stafford Leads FEI World Driving Championships for Singles after Day One of Dressage

Piber Köflach, Austria – Aug. 4, 2016 – The 2016 FEI World Driving Championships for Singles got underway Thursday with the first of two days of driven dressage. The U.S. contingent is off to a solid start with Donna Crookston, Suzy Stafford and Leslie Berndl performing polished tests. Stafford and PVF Peace of Mind currently […]

U.S. Olympic Eventing Team Gears up for Rio

Rio de Janeiro – Aug. 3, 2016 – The 2016 summer Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, officially commence on Friday, Aug. 5, with the opening ceremonies at 7 p.m. EST. Eventing will kick-off the equestrian Olympic competition following the jog to be held on Friday prior to the opening ceremonies and will take […]

Lillie Keenan and Super Sox Wrap-Up Longines Royal International Horse Show with Third Place Finish in Longines King George V Gold Cup

West Sussex, England – July 31, 2016 – The Longines Royal International Horse Show wrapped up on Sunday at The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead showgrounds with the Longines King George V Gold Cup. Lillie Keenan of New York, New York, and Chansonette Farm LLC and Ronnoco Jump Ltd.’s Super Sox produced a fast and […]

Lillie Keenan and Be Gentle Capture Top Placing in British Speed Classic at Longines Royal International Horse Show

West Sussex, England – July 30, 2016 – Lillie Keenan continued her streak of top placings at the Longines Royal International Horse Show at The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead showgrounds on Saturday after assisting the Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team secure a fourth place finish in the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™, presented by Longines, on Friday. The […]

U.S. Show Jumping Team Ties for Fourth Place at CSIO5* Hickstead

West Sussex, England – July 29, 2016 – The Longines Royal International Horse Show hosted the final leg of the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping series on Friday at The All England Jumping Course, Hickstead showgrounds. Eight teams battled it out for the historic Prince of Wales Trophy as well as valuable qualifying points for […]

NAJYRC Begins with Dressage Young Riders Reaching Medal Podium on First Day of Competition

By The Colorado Horse Park/USEF Parker, Colo. – The 2016 Adequan®/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships (NAJYRC) presented by Gotham North saw the USDF North American Junior & Young Rider Dressage Championships Young Rider Team medals awarded Wednesday at The Colorado Horse Park (CHP), as three teams received the first round of medals […]

Audrey Coulter Earns Third in Grand Prix of Ireland

Dublin, Ireland – July 24, 2016 – On Sunday, top show jumpers from around the world closed out the historic Dublin Horse Show by competing in the Longines International Grand Prix of Ireland. The United States’ Audrey Coulter captured the third place honors aboard Capital Colnardo of Copernicus Stables as the fastest 4-faulter in the […]

Top 2 Finish for Lauren Hough in Dublin

Dublin, Ireland – July 23, 2016 – Lauren Hough took home the second place honors in the JLT Dublin Stakes during the Dublin Horse Show on Saturday for the United States. She piloted Waterford to a double clear effort, just narrowly missing the leader’s time with the 13-year-old KWPN gelding owned by Laura & Meredith […]

Third Place Finish for U.S. Show Jumping Team in Dublin

Dublin, Ireland – July 22, 2016 – The U.S. Show Jumping Team earned a third place finish during Friday’s Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup, presented by Longines, at the historic Dublin Horse Show. It was a hard fought day, starting with a very solid performance by the United States team. Lauren Hough kicked things off with […]

USA’s Jessica Springsteen Starts Strong at Dublin Horse Show

Dublin, Ireland – July 21, 2016 – Jessica Springsteen had a good start to the 2016 Dublin Horse Show on Thursday with a third place finish in the Serpentine Speed Stakes aboard Stone Hill Farm’s Davendy S and a second place in the Anglesea Stakes with Stone Hill Farm’s Tiger Lily. Springsteen and Davendy S, […]

USEF Names U.S. Driving Team for 2016 FEI World Driving Championships for Singles

RELEASE: July 18, 2016 AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: USEF Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named the U.S. Driving Team for the 2016 FEI World Driving Championships for Singles. The championship will take place August 3-7, 2016, in Piber Köflach, Austria. Michael Freund will serve as Chef d’Equipe and Thorsten Zarembowicz will […]

McLain Ward and Beezie Madden Earn Top 10 Finish in Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen

Aachen, Germany – July 17, 2016 – The Grand Prix of Aachen is a coveted title by show jumping athletes around the world. In 2016, the track proved to be very daunting, with no riders producing double clear efforts during the CSIO5* event at the CHIO Aachen. McLain Ward and HH Azur, owned by Double […]

Chester Weber Earns Combined Driving Individual Bronze at CHIO Aachen

Aachen, Germany – July 17, 2016 – The cones phase completed the Combined Driving CAIO4* at CHIO Aachen, and on Sunday afternoon it was Chester Weber who drove away with the individual bronze medal for the United States. The Ocala, Fla. native drove his own Amadeus, a 2005 KWPN gelding; Boris W, a 2006 KWPN […]

Team USA Puts Two in Top Ten at CDIO5* Aachen Grand Prix Freestyle to Music

Aachen Germany – July 17, 2016 – Team USA Dressage riders produced two strong tests to place in the top ten with scores above 75 percent on Sunday in the Grand Prix Freestyle to Music. Steffen Peters rode Four Winds Farm LLC’s Legolas 92 to a fifth place finish with a score of 79.30 percent […]

Beezie Madden and Breitling LS Secure Second in Winning Round Prize of AachenMünchener

Aachen, Germany – July 16, 2016 – The United State’s Beezie Madden scored the second place award in the Prize of AachenMünchener at CHIO Aachen on Saturday. She and Breitling LS, owned by Abigail Wexner, had a clear first round to advance to the jump-off during the winning round competition. Going later in the order […]

Chester Weber Ranked Third After Combined Driving’s Marathon Phase at CHIO Aachen

Aachen, Germany – July 16, 2016 – Following the marathon phase of Combined Driving at CHIO Aachen, the United States’ Chester Weber has taken over the third place position. The Ocala, Fla. native drove his own Amadeus, a 2005 KWPN gelding; Boris W, a 2006 KWPN gelding; Para, a 1997 KWPN gelding; and Jane Clark’s […]

U.S. Eventing Team Earns Sixth Place at CHIO Aachen CIC3*

Aachen, Germany – July 16, 2016 – The U.S. Eventing Team placed sixth overall during CIC3* at CHIO Aachen. Hannah Sue Burnett was the highest placed U.S. athlete with Jacqueline B. Mars’ Harbour Pilot. The pair started the weekend with 45.60 penalties after the dressage phase. They had one rail during the stadium jumping phase […]

U.S. Dressage Team Wins Silver at Aachen CDIO5*

Aachen, Germany – July 16, 2016 – The United States took home the silver medal behind only the hosting German team at the Aachen Nations Cup CDIO5*. The team faced extra pressure after Katherine Bateson-Chandler withdrew her mount Alcazar due to colic. As a three-person team without a drop score to count on, the riders […]

United States Continues Success at Aachen

Aachen, Germany — July 15, 2016 — The success for the United States continued on Friday at the prestigious CHIO Aachen, with several members of each team turning in ribbon-winning performances. In driving, U.S.A.’s Chester Weber placed third out of 25 in the four-in-hand gambler’s choice cones test, continuing his streak of top-three performances after […]

Show Jumping Team Scores Second at CHIO Aachen CSIO5*

Aachen, Germany — July 14,2016 –After turning in a total of five clear rounds, Team U.S.A. finished second and tied with France in the Nations Cup at the famed CHIO Aachen. McLain Ward riding Sagamore Farms’ Rothchild, Lucy Davis riding Old Oak Farm’s Barron and Laura Kraut riding Old Willow Farms LLC’s Zeremonie all jumped clear rounds […]

Laura Kraut and Confu Win CHIO Aachen Speed Stake

Laura Kraut piloted the 9-year-old Confu, owned by St. Bride’s Farm, to the victory in the Stawag Speed Stake on Thursday at CHIO Aachen. The duo bested the field of 44 entries, tripping the timers in just 63.22 seconds for the win. “Confu was amazing today,” Kraut said. “We had the advantage of going a […]

U.S. Dressage Team Sits in Second Place After Day 1 of Aachen CDIO5*

The United States had a strong first day of competition at the CDIO5* in Aachen, Germany, earning a total score of 218.414 that puts them in second place behind the German team. Aachen is the final leg of the 2016 FEI Nations Cup Dressage Series, and the United States hopes for a successful showing in […]

Chester Weber and the U.S. Driving Team Secure Second Place in Day Two of CHIO Aachen

Aachen, Germany – July 14, 2016 – The dressage portion of the CHIO Aachen four-in-hand driving competition has ended, and Chester Weber and the U.S. driving team are within reach of claiming top honors. After an opening day performance that earned Weber third place, he entered the dressage arena and had an impressive round that […]

McLain Ward and HH Carlos Z Claim Victory at CHIO Aachen

Aachen, Germany – July 13, 2016 – McLain Ward and CC Carlos Z sealed the scored top honors on Wednesday during one of the first events at CHIO Aachen. Ward and his teammates, Laura Kraut and Beezie Madden, locked in three top-10 finishes for the U.S. Equestrian Team. Ward rode a clear round with a […]

Chester Weber Drives in to Top Three after Dressage Phase at CHIO Aachen

Aachen, Germany – July 13, 2016 – The United States Driving Team completed their first day of competition at CHIO Aachen. The world-renowned equestrian show facility hosted the the first half of the dressage portion in the four-in-hand driving division on Wednesday. Chester Weber of Ocala, Fla. and Allison Stroud of West Grove, Pa. represented […]

Clark Montgomery and U.S. Team Score Historical Victory at Inaugural Great Meadows International CICO3*

The Plains, Va. – July 10, 2016 – The United States made history on Sunday, winning the first ever inaugural FEI Nations Cup™ Eventing competition in North America at the Land Rover Great Meadow International (GMI) presented by Adequan®. The team was made up of the same riders that will be representing the U.S. at the […]

USEF Names U.S. Driving Team for CHIO Aachen

RELEASE: July 6, 2016 AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: USEF Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named the U.S. Driving Team for CHIO Aachen. The CAIO4*-H4 division of CHIO Aachen will take place July 13-17, 2016, in Aachen, Germany. Ed Young will serve as Chef d’Equipe for the team. The following combinations will […]

Receive an Autographed Photo and Support the U.S. Equestrian Team at the 2016 Rio Olympic and Paralympic Games

Gladstone, N.J. – July 5, 2016 – On Wednesday, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) named the U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team – the last athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. at the 2016 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. With teams now selected in all four disciplines and preparing for […]

USEF Names Hermes U.S. Show Jumping Teams for CSIO5* Dublin and CSIO5* Hickstead

RELEASE: July 5, 2016 AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: USEF Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named the Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Teams for CSIO5* Dublin and CSIO5* Hickstead. CSIO5* Dublin will take place July 20-24, 2016, in Dublin, Ireland, while CSIO5* Hickstead will run July 28-31, 2016 in West Sussex, United Kingdom. […]

USEF Names Hermes U.S. Show Jumping Teams for CSIO5* Dublin and CSIO5* Hickstead

by USEF Communications Department | Jul 5, 2016, 2:27 PM EST Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named the Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Teams for CSIO5* Dublin and CSIO5* Hickstead. CSIO5* Dublin will take place July 20-24, 2016, in Dublin, Ireland, while CSIO5* Hickstead will run July 28-31, 2016 in West […]

USEF Names U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team for Rio 2016 Olympic Games

Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named four athlete-and-horse combinations to the U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team and one traveling reserve combination for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Show Jumping competition at the Games will take place August 12-19, 2016 at the Deodoro Olympic Equestrian Center in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. […]

Gold Medal Club Members Honored for Dedication at USET Foundation

The United States Equestrian Team Foundation is pleased to recognize the generous support of their Gold Medal Club (GMC) members. The Gold Medal Club is the lifeblood of the USET Foundation, accounting for nearly 80% of individual contributions each year and is comprised of members who contribute a minimum of $1,000 or more annually. On […]

Olympic Dressage Team Announced!

We are excited to announce the U.S. Dressage Team for the 2016 Olympic Games: Laura Graves, Allison Brock, Steffen Peters and Kasey Perry-Glass. Laura Graves from Geneva, Florida, will ride her own Verdades, a 2002 KWPN gelding. Allison Brock out of Loxahatchee, Florida, will ride Claudine and Fritz Kundrun’s Rosevelt, a 2002 Hanoverian stallion. Steffen Peters of […]

Strong Finish for Farrington, Ward in Longines Grand Prix Port of Rotterdam

Unites States riders Kent Farrington, McLain Ward and Beezie Madden each delivered faultless rounds during their rounds in the Longines Grand Prix Port of Rotterdam. All three riders advanced to the jump-off, where Farrington and Creedance finished fault-free with a time of 41.95 seconds to claim the second-place spot. The duo missed Luciana Diniz’s lead […]

U.S. Dressage Team Earns Silver Medal at Rotterdam Nations Cup

The United States dressage team capped a successful weekend at CHIO Rotterdam by clinching the silver medal in the Nations Cup, finishing behind only the hosting Dutch team. Rotterdam is the last of three designated observation events that serve as part of the selection process for the 2016 U.S. Olympic team. Laura Graves and her […]

Four U.S. Riders in Top Ten at Rotterdam CDI3*

It was an excellent day for U.S. dressage at the CDI3* in Rotterdam. Steffen Peters and Four Winds Farm’s Rosamunde bested the field of international competitors to win the Grand Prix with a stellar mark of 75.92 percent — the pair’s second highest score to date. Adding to an impressive day for Team USA was […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Sits Second After Grand Prix at CDIO5* Rotterdam

RELEASE: June 23, 2016 AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: USEF Communications Department Rotterdam, The Netherlands – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team of Shelly Francis, Laura Graves, Kasey Perry-Glass, and Steffen Peters got off to a strong start in Nations Cup competition in Rotterdam Thursday. With strong performances from all members of the team, the U.S. sits in second […]

In Memoriam: Six-time Olympian and U.S. Team Jumping coach, Frank Chapot

Frank Chapot, six-time Olympian and USA Jumping coach, passed away peacefully on 20 June at the Somerset Valley Assisted Living Center in Bound Brook, NJ. He was 84. For five decades, Frank Chapot played an instrumental role on the USA Jumping team, flying the flag for the USA at the top level of the sport, […]

Murray S. Kessler Elected President of the United States Equestrian Federation

Gladstone, N.J. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Board of Directors (BOD) elected Murray S. Kessler as its next President at the Mid-Year BOD Meeting in Gladstone, N.J. on Tuesday. The President ultimately presides over the volunteer leadership structure of the USEF. Since 1917, only 13 individuals have served in the presidential role. Kessler […]

USEF Names U.S. Olympic Eventing Team for Rio 2016 Olympic Games

Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named four athlete-and-horse combinations to the U.S. Olympic Eventing Team and one traveling reserve for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Four direct reserve horses have also been named. A direct reserve horse would be an automatic replacement should the original horse on which an athlete […]

USEF Names U.S. Paralympic Equestrian Team for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games

Lexington, Ky. – June 16, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has announced a team of four athlete-horse combinations for the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Para-dressage competition will take place September 12–16 at the Deodoro Olympic Equestrian Center, which is also hosting the Olympic equestrian events several weeks earlier. The para-dressage team […]

USEF Names Members of the 2016 USEF Show Jumping Development Tour

Lexington, Ky. – June 13, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce the participants of the 2016 USEF Show Jumping Development Tour. The selected athletes will compete at CSI2* Knokke, Belgium, July 6–10, and CSIO3* Samorin, Slovakia, July 28–31, and will be led by USEF Show Jumping Developing Rider Chef […]

U.S. Athletes Earn Top Ten Honors at Bramham

West Yorkshire, England – June 12, 2016 – Two athletes traveled across the Atlantic this weekend to represent the United States at prestigious Bramham International Horse Trials. Competing in the Event Rider Masters CIC***, Clark Montgomery and Loughan Glen kicked things off with the top dressage score of 36.5 penalties to be the leaders after the […]

Double Clear for Lucy Davis in St. Gallen

St. Gallen, Switzerland – June 5, 2016 – Lucy Davis (Los Angeles, Calif.) and Old Oak Farm’s Barron rode to a double-clear finish in the Longines Grand Prix der Schweiz at CSIO5* St. Gallen on Sunday, June 5. Davis and the 2004 Belgian Warmblood gelding produced faultless efforts throughout the two-round show jumping competition tripping the […]

Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Qualifies for Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ Jumping Final following CSIO4* Langley

Langley, B.C. – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping team wrapped up the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ North America, Central America and Caribbean Nations Cup qualifying competitions at CSIO4* Langley, British Columbia Friday. The team of Karl Cook, Richard Fellers, Christine McCrea, and Jonathan McCrea finished in fourth place on a total of 17 faults. The […]

Team USA Ties For Second at FEI Show Jumping Nations Cup in St. Gallen

St. Gallen, Switzerland – June 3, 2016 – The United States traveled to St. Gallen, Switzerland this week to tackle on the CSIO 5* Nations Cup as part of the observation events for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. Fans were on the edge of their seats as riders navigated the technical course and the […]

Two-time Olympic gold medallist McLain Ward tops Longines Rankings

American Olympic champion McLain Ward has shot from fourth to the top of the Longines Rankings, the world jumping rankings. France’s Simon Delestre, who competed at his first Olympic Games at London 2012 and has held the world number one spot since March, is now second with Germany’s three-time Olympian Christian Ahlmann close behind in third. […]

Sweepa de Roma! McLain Ward and HH Azur Win Grand Prix of Rome

Rome, Italy – May 29, 2016 – McLain Ward closed out his domination of the Rome CSIO5* with one final victory: the $220,000 Grand Prix of Rome. After piloting HH Azur to a double clear round for Team USA during the Nations Cup and securing two wins with HH Carolos Z, he returned Sunday for […]

Ward One of Only Three Double Clear as United States Ties for Second in Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO Roma Piazza Di Siena

Rome, Italy – May 27, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Team, led by a masterfully ridden double clear round by McLain Ward and his rapidly rising star partner HH Azur, finished in a two-way tie for second place Friday at the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO Roma Piazza Di Siena. Ward’s double clear […]

U.S. Dressage Team Wins CDIO5* Compiegne

Compiegne, France – On Saturday, eight international teams began CDIO5* competition with the Grand Prix Test at Compiegne. After stellar performances from The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team of Allison Brock, Shelly Francis, Laura Graves, and Kasey Perry-Glass, the U.S. led the field on a total of 226.800. Day two of CDIO5* competition was to […]

Margie Engle Continues March to Rio with Fifth Place Finish in $225,000 Longines Grand Prix of La Baule

  La Baule, France – May 15, 2016 – The U.S. Show Jumping Team traveled to La Baule, France for the first of four observation events, which will determine the team for the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. On Friday, the team scored the second place prize during the Nations Cup event thanks to double […]

USET Foundation Launches Innovative New Website

Gladstone, N.J. – May 18, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Team Foundation is pleased to announce the launch of its exciting new website. Featuring a dynamic interface that connects donors, athletes and fans, the new site features the latest news and information about the U.S. Equestrian Teams and the Foundation, and how to be […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Finishes Fifth at CDIO3*

RELEASE: May 16, 2016 AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: Kathleen Landwehr Odense, Denmark – The third and final day of the Nations Cup competition at the Odense Horse Festival sponsored by ECCO took place on Monday. Led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Dover, The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team of Katherine Bateson-Chandler and Alcazar, Susan Dutta and Currency DC, Jennifer […]

Hermes U.S. Show Jumping Team Finishes Second at Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule

News Flash: Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Finishes Second at Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule RELEASE: May 13, 2016 AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: USEF Communications Department La Baule, France – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team has taken the Silver medal at the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup at CSIO5* La Baule. The team consists of […]

USET Announces Lauren Kieffer as Pinnacle Cup Recipient

USET Foundation Announces Lauren Kieffer as Pinnacle Cup Recipient By Phelps Media Group – Eventing – Posted May 5, 2016 Wellington, Fla. – May 3, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that this year’s recipient of the Pinnacle Cup Trophy at the Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event CCI**** […]

USEF Names Dressage Squad for European Observation Events

RELEASE: May 2, 2016 AUTHOR/ADMINISTRATOR: USEF Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named nine athlete-and-horse combinations to the squad for the European Observation Events as part of the selection process for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Dressage Team. The athletes and their horses will compete in designated CDIO/CDI observation events […]

USEF Names Short List for the U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team

Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has named 10 athletes and their horses to the Short List for the 2016 U.S. Olympic Show Jumping Team. The athletes and their horses will compete in designated CSIO/CSI observation events taking place May 12 – June 26, 2016. The following athletes and horses have been […]

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Wins CDIO3* Wellington

Wellington, Fla. – Another day of brilliant performances assured The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team the win in the 2016 Stillpoint Farm FEI Nations Cup at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival. On Wednesday, the U.S. team of Shelly Francis, Laura Graves, Kasey Perry-Glass, and Arlene “Tuny” Page came out strong, all placing in the top […]

USET Foundation Announces Lillie Keenan as 2016 Maxine Beard Award Winner

Wellington, Fla. – April 4, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Team Foundation is pleased to announce that this year’s recipient of the Maxine Beard Show Jumping Rider Award is Lillie Keenan. Hailing from New York, Keenan will be adding this award to her already impressive list of show jumping accomplishments. The Maxine Beard award […]

Graves and Perry-Glass Go One-Two in Grand Prix Freestyle at CDIO3* Wellington

Wellington, Fla. – Closing out the Adequan Global Dressage Festival on a high note, Laura Graves and Kasey Perry-Glass placed first and second, respectively, in the Grand Prix Freestyle as part of the CDIO3* presented by Stillpoint Farm. The evening capped off a week of great success for The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team, who […]

The Dressage Challenge

Presented by Fritz and Claudine Kundrun The Challenge Fritz and Claudine Kundrun, horse owners and loyal patrons of equestrian sport, invite you to join them in support of the High Performance Dressage program. The Kundruns will match $1 for every $2 contributed up to $500,000 in new gift commitments. The Goal is to raise $1,500,000 […]

Callan Solem Places Seventh at Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Final

Callan Solem and VDL Wizard (Claes Jakobsson) Gothenburg, Sweden – The 2016 Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final concluded this afternoon with 26 starters entering the Scandinavium Arena for day three’s round one. Twenty combinations moved forward to round two, taking on challenging tracks set by course designer Santiago Varela Ullastres. Impressing in their FEI […]

USEF Names Athletes for 2016 Longines FEI World Cup Jumping Final

Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that eight athletes will represent the U.S. at the Longines FEI World Cup™ Jumping Final, March 24-28, 2016, in Gothenburg, Sweden at the Gothenburg Horse Show. The following athletes qualified during the 2015-2016 World Cup qualifying season in their respective leagues (listed […]

Youth Close Out CSIO Wellington with Junior and Young Rider Gold, Children’s Silver

Wellington, Fla. – The Palm Beach International Equestrian Center’s International Arena hosted some of the world’s top youth athletes as CSIO Wellington continued with FEI Nations Cup competition for Young Riders, Juniors, and Children. The future stars of the sport were tested over the Steve Stephens-designed courses with round one for the three divisions taking […]

Palmers Earn FEI World Cup Vaulting Final Pas-de-Deux Bronze Medal

Dortmund, Germany – Cassidy and Kimberly Palmer put together a skillful and expressive performance to earn the pas-de-deux Bronze medal at the FEI World Cup™ Vaulting Final today. They finished with an overall score of 7.812 behind Gold medalists Pia Engelberty and Torben Jacobs of Germany, with an overall score of 8.989, and Silver medalists […]

Hermes U.S. Show Jumping Team Takes Second in FEI Nations Cup at CSIO4* Wellington

Wellington, Fla. – The Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team placed second in a highly competitive $150,000 FEI Nations Cup at the Winter Equestrian Festival. Competing in a seven-team field, the team of Georgina Bloomberg, Audrey Coulter, Laura Kraut, and Beezie Madden ended on a two-round total of eight faults. Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team Leading […]

Hamilton Farm and the USET Foundation: A One of a Kind Partnership

In 1911, Wall Street financier James Cox Brady purchased 180 acres in New Jersey for $100 per acre only 50 miles outside of New York City. It was said that Brady initially spent $1 million on developing the property. He named the farm after his wife, Elizabeth Jane Hamilton Brady. Little did Brady know that […]

Camp Leaping Horn Side Saddle Clinic

July 12 2016 – July 15 2016
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Gladstone Combined Test & Horse Driving Trial

May 19 2016 – May 23 2016
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NJ Region Pony Club Dressage Rally

April 30 2016
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NJ Region Pony Club Schooling Dressage Show

April 17 2016
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Jeff Cook Clinic sponsored by Logan’s Brook Farm

April 9 2016 – April 10 2016
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The $35 Million Campaign for Continuing Our Competitive Excellence

For more than 50 years, our equestrian athletes have represented the United States in international competition. They have distinguished themselves by winning 41 Olympic medals, 83 Pan American Games Medals, and 73 World Championship medals, clearly establishing a preeminent place for the USA among the world’s equestrian elite. However, dedication, hard work and dreams alone […]

USET Foundation Elects New Trustees

Gladstone, N.J. – Feb. 26, 2016 – At the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation Annual Meeting of the Board of Trustees, Saturday, January 23 in Wellington, Florida, the Foundation welcomed three new trustees, Suzanne Porter, Alex Boone and Tom Tierney, to serve a four-year term. Suzanne Thomas Porter Suzanne Porter oversees the Sleepy P […]

Caroline Martin and Jenny Caras to Represent USA During Karen Stives European Developing Tour

Gladstone, N.J. – Feb. 25, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Team Foundation is proud to announce that Caroline Martin and Jenny Caras have been named as the  recipients of the 2016 Karen Stives Endowment Fund for High Performance Eventing Grant. Martin and Caras will participate in the Karen Stives European Developing Tour, which will […]

USET Foundation Exceeds Goal – Raising $36.5 Million for the Campaign for Continuing Our Competitive Excellence

Gladstone, NJ. – Feb. 4, 2016 – Thanks to the incredible generosity of donors, and the leadership of Campaign Chairman and USET Foundation Vice President, Jim McNerney, the United States Equestrian Team Foundation (USET Foundation) has achieved its goal of raising $35 million for the Campaign for Continuing Our Competitive Excellence. With a final total […]

Hunter Hayes to Perform During Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event

Lexington, KY – Feb. 1, 2016 – The Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, Presented by Land Rover will feature a special concert – Hunter Hayes & Friends – following Saturday’s Cross-Country. Known as the “Best Weekend All Year,” Rolex Kentucky takes place April 28 – May 1 at the Kentucky Horse Park. Hayes, a 5-time GRAMMY […]

Brownlee O. Currey, Jr. Honored with R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award

Wellington, Fla. – January 27, 2016 – Last year, the United States Equestrian Team Foundation announced the creation of the R. Bruce Duchossois Distinguished Trustee Award in honor and recognition of its distinguished trustee, Bruce Duchossois. On Jan. 22, Brownlee O. Currey, Jr was presented with the 2016 award during the USET Foundation’s Olympic and […]

USET Foundation Awards 2016 Lionel Guerrand-Hermes Trophy to Lucy Deslauriers

Wellington, Fla. – January 26, 2016 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that the recipient of the 2016 Lionel Guerrand-Hermès Trophy is the talented show jumping rider Lucy Deslauriers of New York, New York. Each year this award is presented to a young rider in one of the Olympic […]

Hermes U.S. Show Jumping Team Finishes Fourth in Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Jumping Final

Barcelona, Spain – Eight nations took to the main arena of the Real Club de Polo de Barcelona on Saturday night for the last round of the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup Jumping Final. The teams faced a highly difficult track designed by Santiago Varela (ESP) as they competed for top honors at CSIO Barcelona. Led […]