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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.

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.

The Art of Horsemanship

Melanie Smith Taylor

Olympian and show jumping legend Melanie Smith Taylor is preparing the next generation of riders with lifelong horsemanship skills — from the ground up.

McLain Ward: Class Act, In and Out of the Ring

McLain Ward

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.

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 […]

Lyla Florio’s Long, Wonderful Ride

Lyla and Tom Florio

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.

Healing Horses with Her Hands

Joann Wilson

For almost three decades, Jo-Ann Wilson has dedicated herself to improving the performance of America’s top eventing horses through sports massage.

Ravel: Top U.S. Dressage Horse, Ever!

Ravel

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.

Where’s Brentina Now?

Brentina

After years in the spotlight, Olympic dressage team superstar Brentina is enjoying retirement in sunny Santa Barbara — but she’s still an inspiration.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]