Nations Cup Overview

The U.S. has a long history of success in Nations Cup competitions, which are two round jumping competitions for teams of athletes representing varying countries.  The U.S. competes in the North America, Central America & Caribbean division of the Longines FEI Nations Cup Series.  The Nations Cup Series involves qualifying competitions for participating countries in each division and culminates with the Longines FEI Nations Cup Final each fall. In addition to qualifying events, the U.S. may participate in other Nations Cup competitions. 

2020 Opportunities

Apply through your Athlete Dashboard

CSIO5* Palm Beach Masters (Wellington, FL) | February 11-16, 2020
     Early Application Deadline - January 13
     Late Application Deadline - January 27
     Rolex/USEF Ranking List Date - January 10

CSIO4* Wellington (Wellington, FL) | February 25 - March 1, 2020
     Early Application Deadline - January 27
     Late Application Deadline - February 3
     Rolex/USEF Ranking List Date - January 31

CSIO5* Mexico (Xalapa) | April 30 - May 3, 2020
     Early Application Deadline - March 9
     Late Application Deadline - March 16
     Rolex/USEF Ranking List Date - March 13

CSIO5* Langley (British Columbia, Canada) | May 26 - May 31, 2020
     Early Application Deadline - April 20
     Late Application Deadline - April 27
     Rolex/USEF Ranking List Date - April 24

Team versus Individual Applications

To be considered for Team selection, an athlete must complete the Team Application for the Event through the Online Applications section of the Athlete Dashboard, per the Application Instructions in the Additional Resources section below.

In order to compete as an Individual at a CSIO event, an athlete must submit the FEI Entry through their Athlete Dashboard.  Directions for submitting the FEI Entry are available from US Equestrian Athlete Services.  Note that submitting an FEI Entry does not guarantee invitation to an Event.

2019 FEI Nations Cup Results

• CSIO5* Palm Beach Masters Florida (USA) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 3rd Place
  • Lucy Deslauriers & Hester (Lisa Deslauriers)
  • Laura Kraut & Confu (St. Bride's Farm)
  • Beezie Madden & Breitling LS (Abigail Wexner)
  • McLain Ward & HH Azur (Double H Farm)
     
• CSIO4* Wellington, Florida (USA) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 1st Place
  • Beezie Madden & Chic Hin D Hyrencourt (Abigail Wexner)
  • Wilton Porter & Caletto Cabana (Sleepy P Ranch LLC)
  • Adrienne Sternlicht & Toulago (Starlight Farms LLC)
  • McLain Ward & Contagious (Beechwood Stables LLC)
     
• CSIO5* Mexico (Xalapa) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 2nd Place
  • Alex Granato & Carlchen W (Page Tredennick)
  • Eve Jobs & Venue D'Fees Des Hazalles (Eve Jobs)
  • Nicole Shahinian-Simpson & Akuna Mattata (Carol Rosenstein and Silver Raven Farms)
  • Richard Spooner & Quirado RC (Show Jumping Syndications International)
     
• CSIO5* Langley (Canada) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 3rd Place
  • Lucy Deslauriers & Hester (Lisa T. Deslauriers)
  • Eve Jobs & Venue D'Fees Des Hazalles (Eve Jobs)
  • Jenni McAllister & Escada V S (Viksbergs Sateri AB)
  • Richard Spooner & Quirado RC (Show Jumping Syndications International)
     
• CSIO5* Falsterbo (SWE) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 4th Place
  • Eve Jobs & Venue D'Fees Des Hazalles (Eve Jobs)
  • Wilton Porter & Caletto Cabana (Sleepy P Ranch LLC)
  • Chloe Reid & Luis P (Live Oak Plantation LLC)
  • Catherine Tyree & Bokai (Mary Tyree)
     
• CSIO5* Aachen (GER) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 5th Place
  • Laura Kraut & Curious George (Old Willow Farms LLC)
  • Beezie Madden & Darry Lou (Abigail Wexner)
  • Nicole Shahinian-Simpson & Akuna Mattata (Carol Rosenstein and Silver Raven Farms)
  • McLain Ward & Noche De Ronda (Bob Russell, Marilla Van Beuren, and McLain Ward)
     
• CSIO5* Hickstead (GBR) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 5th Place
  • Laura Kraut & Confu (St. Bride's Farm)
  • Wilton Porter & Caletto Cabana (Sleepy P Ranch LLC)
  • Jessica Springsteen & Volage Du Val Henry (Stone Hill Farm)
  • Catherine Tyree & Bokai (Mary Tyree)
     
• CSIO5* Spruce Meadows - Masters (CAN) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 8th Place
  • Sloane Coles & Chippendale's Boy DZ (The Springledge Group)
  • Charlie Jacobs & Cassinja S (CMJ Sporthorse LLC)
  • Beezie Madden & Coach (Abigail Wexner)
  • McLain Ward & Noche De Ronda (Bob Russell, Marilla Van Beuren, and McLain Ward)
     
• CSIO5* Barcelona - Nations Cup Final (ESP) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 12th Place
  • Eve Jobs & Venue D'Fees Des Hazalles (Eve Jobs)
  • Laura Kraut & Fleurette (St. Bride's Farm)
  • Richard Spooner & Quirado RC (Show Jumping Syndications International)
  • McLain Ward & HH Azur (Double H Farm)