| EQUUS Foundation Humanitarian Award
United States Equestrian Federation and EQUUS Foundation Honors IHSA's Bob Cacchione |
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IHSA Executive Director Bob Cacchione.
Photo by LA Pomeroy. |
Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation and The EQUUS Foundation are pleased to announce the winner of the EQUUS Foundation Humanitarian Award. Bob Cacchione, Executive Director of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA), was selected from more than 20 nominees to receive this distinctive honor. The award will be presented January 22, 2011, at the USEF Pegasus Awards Dinner during the Federation's Annual Meeting in Lexington, KY.
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| USEF News
2011 George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session Provided Unique Opportunity to Jumping Riders |
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George Morris walks the course.
USEF Archives. |
Lexington, KY - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) provided 12 of the best up-and-coming jumping riders in the U.S. a chance to ride with the biggest legend in the game as the George H. Morris Horsemastership Training Session took center stage at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center from January 4-8, 2011 in Wellington, FL. This Training Session isn't just about riding, it is about every aspect of being a complete horseperson. From stable management to course design, no topic was left unexplored.
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| Saddlebreds
American Saddlebred Museum Set to Open New Year-Long Exhibit |
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Carole Lombard and Clark Gable with their American Saddlebred, Sonny.
Photo courtesy Kentucky Horse Park. |
Lexington, KY - Lights. Camera. Action! The American Saddlebred Museum at the Kentucky Horse Park is readying its 2011 exhibit which will feature both Saddlebreds and Saddlebred owners that have played important roles in the movies, on television and throughout history. "Celebrities: Saddlebreds and Personalities from the Silver Screen, Cinema and History" will open on February 18, 2011.
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| Equine Event Management Program
First-of-its-kind course developed by University of California Davis Extension and United States Equestrian Federation begins January 18 | |
 Lexington, KY - There is still time to sign up for the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and University of California Davis Extension's online continuing education program in Equine Event Management, which begins January 18. USEF members receive a 10 percent enrollment discount and scholarships are available as well. The first of its kind, this specialized studies program brings together UC Davis' expertise in distance education and the expertise of USEF, the National Governing Body for Equestrian Sport in the United States since 1917. Topics covered include risk management, safety, planning & logistics, budgeting, securing sponsors, marketing the event and managing staff and volunteers.
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| Driving
Tucker S. Johnson will be Honored with the 2011 Whitney Stone Cup from USET Foundation |
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Tucker S. Johnson earned the Individual Bronze medal at the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games during the Four-in-Hand Combined Driving.
Photo by Susan J. Stickle. |
Gladstone, NY - The United States Equestrian Team Foundation is pleased to announce that combined driver Tucker S. Johnson of Hobe Sound, FL, is the recipient of the 2011 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 as an ambassador for the United States and equestrian sport.
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| Eventing
USET Foundation Will Award 2011 Lionel Guerrand-Hermes Trophy to Tiana Coudray |
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Tiana Coudray and Ringwood Magister.
Photo by Stock Images. |
Gladstone, NJ - The United States Equestrian Team Foundation is pleased to announce that the recipient of the 2011 Lionel Guerrand-Hermes Trophy will be eventing rider Tiana Coudray. Each year this award is presented to a Young Rider in one of the Olympic disciplines who exemplifies both sportsmanship and horsemanship. In 2011 Coudray had a banner year, winning the Jersey Fresh CCI*** and the Galway Downs International Horse Trials CIC***, as well as leading the U.S. efforts at the Boekelo CCI*** in Holland.
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| Hunter/Jumper
2011 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival Opens Competition |
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Nick Skelton and Unique.
Photo by Sportfot©. |
Wellington, FL - The 2011 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival (WEF) began its competition January 12 with opening jumper classes in the International Arena. Nick Skelton (GBR) was back in the saddle and in the winner's circle with Unique, owned by Beverly Widdowson, in the $8,000 G&C Farm 1.45m Jumpers. The first week of the FTI WEF runs through Sunday. The 2011 FTI Winter Equestrian Festival has 12 weeks of competition that conclude on April 3, and nearly $6 million in prize money will be awarded through the circuit. The highlight jumper class in Week One is the $30,000 Speed Derby on Sunday at 2 p.m.
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| Dressage
USET Foundation Trustees Tuny Page and Kim Boyer Host Donor Reception to Honor Riders and Thank Supporters |
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Hosts Tuny and David Page and Kim and Fredrick Boyer with WEG team riders Steffen Peters and Todd Flett.
Photo by Heather Bellock/PMG. |
Wellington, FL - Tuny and David Page and Kim and Fredrick Boyer hosted a cocktail reception on January 8 for the United States Equestrian Team Foundation at the Page residence in Wellington, FL. The event was held to honor those who support the sport of dressage through the USET Foundation and give them the opportunity to meet the athletes who benefit from their support.
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| Cross-Country
Cross-Country Schooling Sessions Available on Kentucky Horse Park's World-Famous Course |
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The cross-country course at the Kentucky Horse Park.
Photo by Shannon Brinkman/USEF Archives. |
Lexington, KY - The Kentucky Horse Park is pleased to announce the return of Cross-Country Schooling Days for riders who want to work their horses on the park's world-famous course.
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 Renew for 2011
The 2011 USEF Competition year is approaching quickly. Renew your membership now. It is so easy when you log into your MY USEF Account and click on "2011 USEF Membership Application" under 2011 Competition Year. For your convenience and the best membership deal, you can opt for a three-year membership for $150.
The annual USEF Competing Equestrian membership costs only $55. As a competing member, you are eligible to participate at all USEF Licensed Competitions, receive equestrian magazine at no additional charge, a million-dollar personal excess liability policy for horse-related accidents that cause bodily injury or property damage to third parties, and the added benefits of USEF MemberPerks - a members-only discount program with unbeatable deals from companies like John Deere, Hertz, Sherwin Williams, USRider, FarmVet, LifeLock, Moxie and others.
Not participating in USEF Licensed Competitions but still want to be a member? There are member categories for you. With the USEF Equestrian membership, at $35, you receive automatic insurance along with the MemberPerks. If you are a college student who is busy studying and not competing, you can join as a USEF Collegiate member for $25. This is another non-competing membership that will give you the benefits of MemberPerks plus four issues of equestrian magazine to keep you well informed of equestrian sports. And Club Equestrian, which is only $15, gives you access to the MemberPerks program.
USEF is pleased to offer you the ability to pay for your membership renewal with a credit or debit card or by utilizing our newest electronic check payment method. We accept American Express, Visa, MasterCard and electronic check.
If you have questions, call the USEF Customer Care Center and a personal agent will assist you. You may call (859) 258-2472. Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. [ET]. |
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 | The United States Equestrian Federation®, Inc. (USEF), as the National Equestrian Federation of the U.S., is the regulatory body for the Olympic and World Championship sports of dressage, driving, endurance, eventing, reining, show jumping and vaulting, as well as 20 other breeds and disciplines of equestrian competition. As the country's largest multi-breed organization, the Federation recognizes more than 2,800 competitions nationwide each year. It governs all aspects of competition, including educating and licensing all judges, stewards and technical delegates who officiate at these shows.
VISION STATEMENTThe vision of the United States Equestrian Federation® is to provide leadership for equestrian sport in the United States of America by promoting the pursuit of excellence from the grassroots to the Olympic Games, based on a foundation of fair, safe competition and the welfare of its human and equine athletes.
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