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USEF Names Drivers for 2008 FEI World Championship for Drivers with Disabilities CPEAI****The United States Equestrian Federation has approved the following drivers for the 2008 FEI World Championship for Drivers with Disabilities CPEAI 4*. The World Championship takes place from June 27- 29 in Greven, Germany. —Meghan E. Benge/ 22/Windsor, SC/Grade II Diane Kastama won the Individual Gold Medal at Mensport in Hellendoorn, The Netherlands at the IPC World Carriage Driving Championships for Drivers with Disabilities in September 2006. Presenters Named for 2008 U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame Presented by Allstate Induction Ceremony On Thursday, June 19, 2008, Chicago's Harris Theatre will be the site of the U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame Class of 2008 Induction Ceremony. This black tie event will bring to the Windy City some of the greatest names in sports. Inductees, presenters, and VIPs will arrive on the red carpet at the Harris Theatre from 5:15 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, June 19 and will be available for interviews and photo opportunities as they enter the theatre. Olympic Movement fans wishing to attend the 2008 U.S. Olympic Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony Presented by Allstate can purchase tickets on the USOC's official Web site www.teamusa.org. Montgomery and Wooten Added to Eventing Short List for the 2008 Olympic Games The United States Equestrian Federation has approved the following additional horse/rider combinations to the USEF Eventing Short List for the 2008 Olympic Games in Hong Kong August 8-14, 2008.
Kentucky State Fair Pleasure, Park Qualifying Period Ends June 30; Deadline Approaching for RegistrationsThe American Saddlebred Horse Association (ASHA), administrator for the Kentucky State Fair World’s Championship Horse Show qualifying system, announced that Monday, June 16, 2008, is the deadline for any competitions to be properly recorded in order that points accumulated at those shows may be counted for exhibitors. Any competitions held for Saddlebreds between July 1, 2007, and June 30, 2008, must be properly recorded with the ASHA per the rules available on its website at www.asha.net/WCHS-Results. American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust Announces New Internet Fundraising OpportunitiesThe American Morgan Horse Educational Charitable Trust (AMHECT) is excited to announce a partnership with the Internet-based charity site, “eBay Giving Works” and “MissionFish.” These programs will work in conjunction with eBay, the hugely popular Internet commerce center, to collect funds for the American AMHECT. Giving Works allows AMHECT to act as an auctioneer, posting sellable items on eBay where anyone can make a purchase. All proceeds from these sales are directly deposited to the AMHECT. Wylde Wins Five at CSI*** FranconvilleU.S. Show Jumper Peter Wylde has been doing extremely well on his European Tour. Last weekend, he was at CSI 4* Franconville in Franconville, France (June 6-8). He won five classes on three different horses. Riding Robin, owned by Windward Farm, he won three classes. Seven-year-old Unbelievable 5 won a Grand Prix and another horse Esplande 7, won the Petit Grand Prix. The previous week Wylde, riding Lipton de l’Othain, won a Grand Prix Qualifier at CSI 3* Pforzheim (May 30-June 1) in Germany. USEF Creates Theodore O'Connor Legacy Fund The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) announces the establishment of the Theodore O’Connor Legacy Fund. This fund was established to commemorate 2007 Farnam®/Platform™ USEF Horse of the Year Theodore “Teddy” O’Connor. Donations will be used to fund the construction of a new cross-country obstacle for the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event in memory of Teddy. If you would like to contribute to this memorial, please do so at https://www.usef.org/_AUAIFrames/DisasterRelief/Teddy/Teddy.aspx. New Eventing Rule from the FEI in Place for the Olympic Games The International Olympic Committee and the FEI Bureau have approved the proposal of the FEI Eventing Committee and Safety Sub-Committee regarding a change of rule for eventing to apply for all events as of August 1, 2008, including the Olympic Games.
FLAIR, LLC, Donates FLAIR Nasal Strips to the 2008 U.S. Eventing Team The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) would like to thank FLAIR, LLC, for their generous donation of FLAIR Nasal Strips for the 2008 U.S. eventing team. Clinical and university studies in equine science and sports medicine research have shown that the use of FLAIR Strips reduces airway resistance, fatigue, lung stress and bleeding in horses during physical exertion. Studies have also shown that horses wearing FLAIR Strips conserve oxygen during exercise and experience a shorter recovery time following exercise. For more information on Flair Equine Nasal Strips or to review the clinical study information, please visit www.flairstrips.com. Washington International Horse Show Extends Contract with Verizon Center The Washington International Horse Show (WIHS), one of the world's leading equestrian events, has reached an agreement with Verizon Center in Washington, D.C., to extend its contract through 2009. "We're thrilled to be able to extend our contract with the Washington International Horse Show for another year," said Washington Sports and Entertainment Chairman Abe Pollin. "The horse show is one of our longest tenured events dating back to the Capital Centre in 1975 and being able to extend the presence of this prestigious and storied equestrian event in the nation's capital is an honor." 2008 Saddle Seat World Cup Fundraiser to Benefit U.S. The U.S. Saddle Seat Equitation World Cup will be hosting a benefit dinner on Sunday evening, July 6, at the beautiful and historic Spindletop Hall in Lexington, KY. The 2008 Gold Medal Celebration Animal Planet Trots Out New Stable of Horse Programming Animal Planet is releasing three new programs that showcase the guts, high stakes drama and competitive spirit of horses and riders at the top of equestrian sport. From the intense pressure leading up to the final U.S. Olympic Equestrian team selection to the adrenaline-filled action of a sport where every hundredth of a second counts, Animal Planet’s world championship equestrian line-up gallops into homes beginning July 2008, with the Rolex Superstars of Show Jumping, Rolex Grand Prix of Show Jumping, FTI Hampton Classic Grand Prix and returning favorite the Animal Planet Sporthorse Cup. Great Summer Offers for USEF Members At Choice Hotels International
Gas prices too high? Choice Hotels® would like to offer you some relief when traveling to visit friends and family this summer. Take advantage of our Choice Privileges® summer promotion and earn a FREE $50 GAS CARD! All it takes is three separate stays at Comfort Inn®, Comfort Suites®, Quality®, Sleep Inn® or Clarion® hotels. Make sure to join the Choice Privileges rewards program—it’s easy, fast and free. Then book your stay for arrival between now and August 14 at (800) 258-2847 or choicehotels.com. After your third qualifying stay, you’ll earn enough points to redeem for a free $50 gas card*. Horse Shows by the Bay to Host Full Schedule of Social Events Horse Shows by the Bay, a three-week equestrian festival held in beautiful Traverse City, MI, will feature many social events for exhibitors and their families at the show. The horse show, which has three weeks of hunter/jumper competition and two dressage events, runs from July 16-August 3 at the Flintfields Horse Park. Two Months to Go to the 2008 Olympic Games: A Little about Hong Kong It may be difficult to believe, but in just over eight weeks' time the equestrian events of the 2008 Olympic Games will be getting under way in Hong Kong after a whirlwind of frantic preparations. People from all around the world will be winging their way to the Asian city, which, just 11 years ago, was handed back to China after 156 years of British rule, and visitors are in for a real treat as they savor the unique mixture of Asian and Western culture. USRider Urges Horse Owners to Maximize Fuel Economy The use of heavy-duty vehicles to transport horses consumes more energy than most passenger cars. However, horse owners can take several steps to maximize their fuel economy. 2008 Wachovia Showplace Spring Spectacular II Offers Full Schedule and Classics for Hunters The Wachovia Showplace Spring Spectacular II Horse Show will be held at the Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL, on June 17-22, 2008. The show offers a full schedule of divisions and classics with great prize money for hunter exhibitors. Katherine Newman and Almelo Continue Winning Streak at Upperville Colt and Horse Show Last week at the Upperville Colt and Horse Show in Upperville, VA, Katherine Newman continued her winning ways with Almelo in the Paul & Eve Go As You Please Handy Hunter class. Two weeks prior, the pair scored a major win at the Devon Horse Show in the $10,000 ASG Software USHJA International Hunter Derby in Devon, PA. Seventeen-year-old Newman piloted Almelo for Mimi Abel-Smith, who shows the horse in the older amateur-owner hunters. Abel-Smith resides in Middleburg, VA. Premier Equestrian to Provide Equipment for 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games The World Games 2010 Foundation announced that Premier Equestrian, LLC, will provide equipment for the dressage and driving competition venues, as an official vendor of the 2010 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. Attention USEF Members! Remember to take advantage of the USEF MemberPerks Program. USEF MemberPerks offers substantial cost savings on products and services from John Deere, Office Max, UPS and many more! For more information, please call (877) 576-6872 or fax (859) 422-9407, or visit USEF.org's MemberPerks page.
Succeed® Challenge Series for MidSouth Eventing and Dressage Association Renewed for 2008 Competition Year Freedom Health, LLC, continues to support local and regional equestrian organizations with the renewal of the Suceed® Challenge Series for the 2008 competition year for amateur members of the MidSouth Eventing and Dressage Association (MSEDA). Eligible members of MSEDA who use Suceed® Digestive Conditioning Program® and compete in selected events will accumulate points in the Succeed Challenge Series, which will award more than $2,000 in money and prizes to the highest-placing horse-and-rider combinations. Equestrian Land Conservation Resource Releases 2008 edition of the Guide to Equestrian-Friendly Conservation Easements The Wachovia Spring Spectacular Horse Show II is held from June 17-22, 2008, at the Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, IL. The "AA" rated show is organized and produced by Showplace Productions, which is one of the leading professional equestrian event management companies in the Midwest. This year's show features even more improvements to the Lamplight Equestrian Center and increased prize money. Gold Coast Series Horse Shows Popular with Competitors The Gold Coast Series is one of the largest and most popular USEF "B" circuit of shows in the country. "These are extremely popular events," explained Show Manager Michael Roy Curtis. Gold Coast shows are rated USEF and PCHA "B" and are also approved by local associations, like the Los Angeles Hunter Jumper Association. This Spring, Take a Break From Interest Payments! Take a vacation from interest payments with the Visa® card that offers 0% APR for nine billing cycles*! With the United States Equestrian Federation Visa Platinum Card, every dollar you spend is interest free until next winter. Whether you use your United States Equestrian Federation Visa for everyday purchases or that major purchase you’ve been waiting to buy, now is the time to switch. Plus, you’ll benefit our organization and earn great rewards with every purchase! 0% APR on purchases and balance transfers for nine billing cycles* The United States Equestrian Federation Visa® Platinum Card also provides great benefits, including:
This Visa Platinum card issued by U.S. Bank is now the only card that supports the United States Equestrian Federation. Upon receiving your new card, the United States Equestrian Federation receives a payment from U.S. Bank and then we will continue to receive a percentage of each net purchase you make on your card. This helps us fund our international teams. Click here to apply today or call (800) 853-5576, etc. 9244. Hurry. Offer ends June 30, 2008. *Click product name for terms and conditions: Platinum, Cash Rewards, Select Rewards. We may change APRs, fees, and other Account terms in the future based on your experience with other creditors or U.S. Bank National Association, N.D. and its affiliates according to the Cardmember Agreement and applicable law. The introductory rate does not apply to cash advances and is valid for the first nine billing cycles. The rate will end early and increase to the APR for Purchases and Balance Transfers or to a Delinquency Rate APR if your Account is delinquent, over the limit or closed. We apply your payments to balances with lower APRs first. The creditor and issuer of the Visa Platinum card is the U.S. Bank National Association ND. 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 has over 90,000 members and 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. ©2008, United States Equestrian Federation®, Inc. |
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