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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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”
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.
