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One for the Record Books: First Woman to Win the NRHA Derby Open Division After turning in a spectacular performance that earned a masterful score of 232 (that’s an average of better than 77), Kelly Zweifel of Italy, won the Open, Intermediate Open and Limited Open divisions of the 2006 NRHA Derby on Master Snapper (Snapper Cal Bar) owned by Impresa Agricola Cuoghi. Zweifel is the first woman to win the Open Division of this prestigious event. And, while Master Snapper is not the first European-owned Derby champion, he is the first to be bred, born, raised and trained in Europe. For the full story, click here. Second USEF/Markel Young Horse Dressage Selection Trial Crowns Big Tyme and Breanna The 2006 USEF/Markel Young Horse Dressage Selection Trials continued at Dressage at Flintridge, May 26-28, in La Canada-Flintridge, CA. This Western Selection Trial for the FEI World Breeding Championships showcased the region’s most promising dressage prospects in their quest to qualify for Verden, Germany. For the full story, click here. Samsung Super League in Rome: France First and USA Second In somewhat of a renaissance, the French stormed to victory in the third leg of the Samsung Super League with FEI series in Rome, Italy, and while the Germans maintain the lead at the head of the table, their advantage has been significantly reduced after a disappointing performance at the Italian fixture. For the full story, click here. Arabian Horse Association Taps Private Sector Executive for Top Position After a four month search, the Arabian Horse Association (AHA) has named Gary Zimmerman as its new Executive Vice President out of a field that included 120 candidates. “Gary's quick and direct answers to the Board proved to be the deciding factor for all of us,” said AHA President Myron Krause. “He welcomes the opportunity to use his talents to meet our mission. After listening to his confident explanation of what he can bring to AHA, the board and executive committee felt he was the best match for our association.” For the full story, click here. Barbaro and Team Receive Well Wishes from Thousands from Around the World Since Barbaro’s tragic accident in the Preakness, thousands of e-mails have poured in to the USEF. As we have compiled nearly 5,000 notes that well wishers have sent, our hearts have been touched. The kindness and love that everyone is sending to Barbaro and his human family have been amazing. Countless e-mails from around the world in many languages have shared the common sentiment: “Barbaro, we love you, and get well soon.” From Ireland to Africa, Peru to Australia, Barbaro has an ever-growing fan base of all ages. People share their commiserating stories, send their condolences to the owners and offer great praise to Michael Matz and his team. Hundreds, if not thousands, of pony clubbers have written to cheer the colt on. He has even received well wishes from many soldiers stationed in Iraq. From poems to songs and Bible verses to brief but heartfelt words of encouragement, Barbaro, the Matzes, the Jacksons, Edgar Prado and the team at New Bolton have been on the world’s mind. USEF is in the process of putting together a binder for Barbaro and his team with all of your e-mails that we will send to the clinic next week. If you have any last minute wishes, please send them in the next few days to matzbarbaro@usef.org.  Joe Mattingly Wins Second CEI*** Observation Trial After 100 miles and more than nine hours in the saddle, Joe Mattingly of Scales Mound, IL, edged out Betty Baker of Honey Brook, PA, by one second to win the Grand Island CEI*** on May 27 in Rapid River, MI. The event was the second of three observation rides for competitors vying for a place on the U.S. Endurance Team to compete at the FEI World Equestrian Games in Aachen, Germany, in August. For the full story, click here. Devon Horse Show Wrap-Up The first day of the 2006 Devon Horse Show featured juniors competing in three different equitation classes: the USEF Show Jumping Talent Search, the Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) Equitation Classic Jumper Phase and the USEF/Pessoa Hunt Seat Medal. For the full story, click here. Shipping Added to Klaus Balkenhol Training Package Live Auction at USET Foundation Excellence in Aachen Benefit, June 17 Bidders now have an added incentive to participate in the Klaus Balkenhol Training Package Live Auction at the USET Foundation Excellence in Aachen Benefit on June 17. In addition to a month’s training with U.S. Dressage Team Coach Klaus Balkenhol in Germany, the high-bidder will also receive free shipping for his/her horse from Europe back to the U.S. For the full story, click here.
An exciting new USEF partner offer! SPECIAL LIMITED TIME OFFER: 0% APR on Purchases for One Year with the United States Equestrian Federation® Visa® Platinum Card* This spring, it’s out with the old and in with the new when you use the United States Equestrian Federation® Visa Platinum Card, now offering 0% APR for one year*! With this exclusive card, every dollar you spend is interest free until next year. Use your USEF Visa for everyday purchases, home improvement projects, family vacations or that special purchase you’ve been waiting to make. Plus, you’ll earn reward points with every purchase. Spring clean your wallet and make sure you carry the correct USEF Visa card with the US Bank logo on the backside. The United States Equestrian Federation® Select Rewards Visa Platinum card provides great benefits, including no annual fee, your choice of rewards and 1,000 bonus points with your first purchase. In addition, a percentage of every purchase will support USEF programs and initiatives. Hurry, this offer ends June 15, 2006 *Click here for terms and conditions The creditor and issuer of the Select Rewards Visa Platinum card is the U.S. Bank National Association ND. Saddlebred Registration Process Streamlined The American Saddlebred Registry has taken a significant step to streamline its registration process, effective immediately, announced Petra Green, Senior Registry Supervisor. A time-consuming and duplicative step in the process has been eliminated. A second identification form for each registered animal, requiring detailed markings, which had accompanied the DNA/Blood-Typing kit, will no longer have to be completed and returned to the Registry. For the full story, click here.  USDF Convention Scholarships for Youth Members The United States Dressage Federation (USDF) Youth Executive Board announced the availability of the 2006 USDF Youth Convention Scholarships. Packed with educational programs, fun events, a great trade expo and the USDF National Symposium, the USDF Annual Convention is an invaluable event for anyone interested in dressage, especially USDF's youth members, who are the future of USDF and the sport. The USDF Youth Convention Scholarship will award four youth members up to $1,000 each to help defray their costs of attending the convention. The 2006 USDF National Convention and Symposium will be held November 29-December 3, 2006, in Kansas City, MO. For the full story, click here. World Cup Club Offers Advance Ticket Opportunity for Las Vegas FEI World Cup Finals Anyone hoping for the best seats to next year’s FEI World Cup Finals in Las Vegas can have a chance to purchase all-session tickets before they go on sale to the general public by joining the event’s World Cup Club. Membership in the World Cup Club is free, and it only takes a moment to join. For the full story, click here. Molly Ashe and Lutopia Make a Fabulous Showing in Rome The atmosphere at the Piazza di Siena, located in the parklands of the lovely Villa Borghese in the heart of the Italian capital, is very laid back indeed—except for the tension that was in the air before the third leg of the Samsung Super League with FEI Nations Cup series. For the full story, click here. 
Important FEI Dressage Test Information Effective June 1, 2006 The FEI has just released new freestyle tests at four levels. These tests must be used by all competitions as of June 1, 2006, in the Junior, Young Rider, Intermediare-I and Grand Prix levels. The coefficients for artistic marks have changed, though the actual freestyle test requirements for competitors have not. All previous test editions should be discarded. All FEI tests, including those just released, are available for download on the FEI website, www.horsesport.org or for direct links, please visit the USEF Dressage webpage, www.usef.org/content/equestrianSports/disciplines/international/dressage.php. For questions contact Jennifer Keeler, National Director of Dressage, at jkeeler@usef.org or (859) 225-2024. From the May 2006 issue of EQUESTRIAN magazine: You Could Be a Winner!
You already know your horse is special. And you believe he should be a national champion. Through the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), he has the chance to earn that honor, along with many others. In the prestigious Farnam®/Platform™ USEF Horse of the Year program, your horse could be named a Grand National, National, Zone, Regional or District Champion—all through competing in shows you were already competing in. It’s an honor that will last a lifetime, a title to add to your horse’s resume and awards you can proudly display in your home. But you may be wondering: What exactly is the Horse of the Year (HOTY) program? How do I get involved? What can I win? What do I do once in the program? Perhaps you are thinking it might all be too complicated. But, competing in the Horse of the Year program is easier than you might think. For the full story in PDF format, click here. The Garrison Forest School Wins National Championship at the Interscholastic Equestrian Association Finals Garrison Forest School of Owings Mills, MD, won the upper school national championship at the fourth annual Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) national competition held April 28-30, 2006, at the Roberts Arena. The middle school national champion team was the Cheyenne Mountain Equestrian Team from Colorado Springs, CO. The reserve team winner in the upper school class was the Fountain Valley School, Colorado Springs, CO, and the reserve champion in the middle school class was the Patriot Team, of Concord, MA. For the full story, click here. Seeking Candidates for USEF Dressage Developing Coach As part of its effort to expand the USEF Dressage Developing Program, the USEF High Performance Dressage Committee has elected to appoint a USEF Dressage Developing Coach(s) for the remainder of 2006 through December 31, 2007, and is seeking qualified candidates to fill this position. The primary responsibilities for a developing coach will be to increase awareness and visibility of the USEF dressage developing program; further the education of riders, trainers and owners about specific aspects of proper training for equine athletes competing at the high-performance level; conduct training sessions; attend championships to observe and coach competitors; and work in close cooperation with the U.S. team coach, the director of high-performance dressage and the USEF dressage committees to identify prospects for further training and observation, continue development of the developing program, and synchronize the approach and coordinate the direction of high-performance coaching. Reaching Beyond the Show Ring at the Second Year of the Atlanta Summer Classic The Atlanta Summer Classic Week II, June 21-25, 2006, will again present the “Weekend of Giving” featuring the return of the Horses Helping Horses programs benefiting Old Friends Equine Rescue and the Georgia Deptartment of Agriculture Equine Impound. For the full story, click here. Don't Miss A Great Opportunity! Schedule Your Advertisement in the July/August Issue of EQUESTRIAN. This special combined "How To" issue is a great way to reach over 80,000 readers. USEF members receive discounted advertising rates, making this issue an even greater value. Sell your horse, publicize your facility or congratulate a rider or trainer. Hurry! Advertisng space closes on June 2. Contact Crissi White at (859) 225-6936 or cwhite@usef.org.
VISION STATEMENT The vision of USEF is to provide leadership for equestrian sport in the United States of America, promoting the pursuit of excellence from the grass roots to the Olympic Games, based on a foundation of fair, safe competition and the welfare of its horses, and embracing this vision, to be the best national equestrian federation in the world. ©2006, United States Equestrian Federation®, Inc. |
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