Somewhat comparable to a human triathlon, the discipline of eventing was historically developed to test the skills required of the working military mount – athleticism, agility, bravery, speed and endurance. In modern time, eventing has evolved into an exciting spectator sport and competitive endeavor attracting enthusiasts of all levels – from weekend amateur riders to international professionals. At its highest level, eventing is recognized as one of the three Olympic equestrian disciplines, but it also offers activities and competitions for riders and horses of all levels.
Eventing is divided into three phases: dressage, cross-country and show jumping. These phases of the competition are usually held over the course of three days, hence the other popular term for this discipline, the three-day event. Dressage is held the first day to demonstrate the level of communication between horse and rider and showcase the horse’s power, balance, rhythm and suppleness which are tested further in the following two phases. The second day of the event entails the crosscountry test in which the endurance, jumping ability and speed is tested as horse and rider negotiate a course of fixed obstacles set on varied terrain usually measuring between 2.75 to 4 miles. The third and final phase, show jumping, tests the horse’s suppleness, obedience and stamina after two prior days of exertion, and also the rider’s precision and accuracy as the horse/rider team negotiate a set course of strategically placed obstacles within the confines of an arena.
By US Equestrian Communications Department Aachen, Germany – It was a historic week for U.S. Eventing as American athletes achieved their …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian and the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation are pleased to announce the …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Eventing Team finished in sixth place out of 14 nations on …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Eventing Team made strong work of Derek Di Grazia’s track at …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg served as the final combination of the three-man team …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The first day of competition for the U.S. Eventing Team has concluded at …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Tokyo, Japan – The U.S. Eventing Team has passed the First Horse Inspection at the Equestrian …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced a substitution to the 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 …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations who will represent …
By US Equestrian Communications Department Aiken, S.C. – A total of 29 youth athletes participated in the inaugural Adequan/USEF Eventing Youth …
Gladstone, N.J. – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has named Woods Baughman of Lexington, Ky., as the recipient of the …
Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the Connaught Grant to Will Faudree, and his …
Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition & Training …
Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation has awarded the 2020 Amanda Pirie Warrington Grant to Mia …
Gladstone, NJ – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation and US Equestrian are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of …
Lexington, Ky – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the eventing athletes who will participate in the USEF Futures Team Challenge, …
Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the final list of athletes named to the 2020 USEF Eventing 25 …
Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the 2020 competitions for the USEF Futures Team Challenge, which will continue …
Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the list of athletes who have been named to participate in an …
Lexington, KY – November 26, 2019 – US Equestrian has announced updates to the Elite, Pre-Elite and Development Training Lists …
by US Equestrian Communications Department/Leslie Threlkeld Lexington, VA — As the highest placed American in the CCI2*-LA division, Allison Springer (Upperville, …
Fair Hill, Md. – Erin Sylvester and Paddy the Caddy ended their long history of competing at The Dutta Corp. …
