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USEF Horse of the Year Ravel Reigns at 2010 Exquis World Dressage Masters Somehow it keeps getting better. After just collecting the United States Equestrian Federation's Horse and Rider of the Year accolades for 2009, U.S. dressage superstars Steffen Peters and Ravel ran their streak to six major wins with a convincing effort at the grand prix at the 2010 Exquis World Dressage Masters. Ravel was as relaxed as any horse at the competition in the atmosphere at America’s only CDI5* and his changes and lateral work were spot on as he picked up the majority of the $13,800 purse. Blog from the Exquis World Dressage Masters: People in Florida are On to Something More Dressage News
Heritage Gloves Remains "The Official Glove of the United States Equestrian Federation" Longstanding relationships are one of the things that build success in equestrian sport, and 2010 marks the fifth year of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) ensuring that its members have the support of the best glove manufacturer in the business.
Give Your Broodmare and Yearlings a Head Start with Free Feed from Pennfield Starting February 15 through March 13, Pennfield Equine Feeds is giving away free feed in their second major promotion of 2010. Genetics predisposes a foals’ success, but nutrition is what can make or break it. Pennfield is helping to give them, and their owners, a head start. For a limited time, it’s "Buy Four Get One Free" on Pennfield’s Foal’s Choice, and Broodmare & Yearling’s Choice, each designed to properly fulfill the protein, amino acids and balanced mineral needs of these special life stages. Plus, get the same great deal on Pennfield’s Equinox Sales Prep formula, for an unmatched “bloom” on young stock.
International Equestrian Federation Sets Up a Fund for Haiti In response to the tragic earthquake, which rocked Haiti last month, the International Equestrian Federation (FEI) is inviting the equestrian community to gather financial support. Funds collected will be sent to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and the Pan American Sports Organization (PASO) to assist both organizations in their efforts towards the rebuilding of the sports movement and local sports installations in Haiti once local conditions permit.
Saddlebred Stars of Saddle Seat Equitation to be Honored Friday Evening, February 19 The American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA) convention will honor Saddlebred Stars of Saddle Seat Equitation in a unique setting on Friday evening, February 19. More Saddlebred News
Taylor Adams and Kassandra Take a Bow and Vale Goes Double Platinum at Jacksonville Winter Series Finale Florida-based Taylor Adams began the curtain calls for the 2010 Jacksonville Winter Series on Friday evening with a big win in the $10,000 Bruning Equitation Classic, presented by the Jerry Parks Insurance Group. More Hunter/Jumper News
Clarification: 2010 USEF National Pony Jumper Championships Procedures The selection procedures for the 2010 USEF National Pony Jumper Championships have been clarified to address that when a zone chooses to count Children’s Jumper points for their standings, these points can be acquired at any show provided that the Children’s Jumper class meets current zone specifications for the show in which the class is being held. A complete set of 2010 USEF National Pony Jumper Championships selection procedures can be found on the Jumping page of the USEF website at www.usef.org/_IFrames/breedsdisciplines/discipline/alljumping/intJumping.aspx.
Rapp and Reynolds to Ride for U.S. at Abu Dhabi Al Wathba President’s Cup The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) will be represented by two endurance riders at the 2010 Abu Dhabi Al Wathba President’s Cup in Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates. This prestigious 160 km race is one of the premiere events on the international endurance circuit and takes place on February 13, 2010. Riding for the U.S. will be Ellyn Rapp on Belshazzar and Jeremy Reynolds on Sir Smith.
Galway Downs International Horse Trials Kicks Off World Championship Year At least half a dozen U.S. riders aiming to represent the United States at the 2010 Eventing World Championships will launch their selection bids at the Galway Downs International Horse Trials on March 26-28. The CIC*** at Galway Downs will be a vitally important preparation event for these riders as they head for the Rolex Kentucky CCI**** in late April, the primary U.S. selection trial for the Eventing World Championships.
ATTENTION Reining Young Riders! Please note that for the reining discipline at the 2010 Adequan FEI North American Junior/Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North an FEI Passport will not be required. A National Passport will be accepted for reining horses because of an exemption by the FEI.
Your Next Auto Rental Could Help the Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund When PC#140825 is included in weekly rentals, now through February 28, you’ll save $25 and Hertz will donate $5 to the Red Cross Haiti Relief and Development Fund. Economy or higher, $25 Off, Weekly Rental
John Deere Drive Green The Drive Green tour events give USEF members and other interested consumers a chance to ask questions and get a "hands-on" with John Deere's utility tractors and many other products and attachments. In addition, the events feature a uniquely detailed semi-tractor and trailer that transport several of the company's utility tractors, as well as a refurbished "Chip Foose" 4020. Upcoming Drive Green Dates and Locations
Become a "WEGspert" for the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games Fans of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games now have the opportunity to become experts—or WEGsperts—of the eight world championship competitions coming to the Kentucky Horse Park from September 25-October 10.
HRTV Kicks Off Equestrian Programming From Aachen, Germany HRTV®, a 24-hour television-based network dedicated to horse racing and the horse world, has expanded its horse sports programming line-up when it began airing top-flight equestrian-related programming, commencing with the World Equestrian Festival, CHIO 2009 from Aachen, Germany, on Monday, February 8, 2010. HRTV's airing of the best of the Aachen event on February 8 at 9:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. PT will be the North American premiere of English-language coverage of the prestigious event, which took place in late June-early July 2009.
Renew for 2010
The 2010 USEF Competition year has begun (as of December 1, 2009). Renew your membership now. It is so easy when you log into your MY USEF Account and click on "2010 USEF Membership Application" under 2010 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 announce that we can 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 am - 5:00 pm [ET]
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 STATEMENT The 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. ©2010, United States Equestrian Federation®, Inc. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
