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 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. …
Tamie Smith and Mai Baum Earn Top-15 Finish by US Equestrian Communications Department/Classic Communications Enschede, the Netherlands – Tamie Smith …
Gladstone, N.J. – Aug. 21, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is thrilled to announce Ariel Grald …
Lima, Peru – The U.S. Eventing Team concluded competition at the Lima 2019 Pan American Games capturing the team gold …
Gladstone, N.J. – Jan. 14, 2019 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce that it …
Lexington, Va. – On the final day of the Virginia Horse Trials, Colleen Rutledge and C Me Fly jumped a …
Lexington, Va. – Competitors have arrived at the Virginia Horse Center for the Virginia Horse Trials, home to the USEF …
Fair Hill, Md. – Frankie Thieriot Stutes’s trek from California to the 2018 The Dutta Corp. Fair Hill International Three-Day Event proved …
Gladstone, N.J. – Oct. 4, 2018 – The United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the …
Co Cork, Ireland – With some challenges and a new Olympic format to contend with, The Land Rover U.S. Eventing …
Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced the combinations that will compete on the Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team for …
Gladstone, N.J. – June 27, 2018 – The USET Foundation is pleased to announce this year’s recipients of the Jacqueline B. Mars International …
