©FEI/Benjamin Clark Lausanne (SUI) - Santa Anita Park, located in proximity to the Los Angeles city area, has been confirmed as the venue of the equestrian events of the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028 (LA28). “Santa Anita Park will be a spectacular venue for the LA28 Olympic equestrian events,” FEI President Ingmar De Vos said. “The FEI has very fond memories of Santa Anita, which had hosted the equestrian events at the 1984 Olympic Games. The venue is set to offer a...

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to welcome Great American Insurance Group as the Official Equine Insurance Sponsor of the US Equestrian Open Series . The US Equestrian Open is an exciting new competition series that launched in late 2024, showcasing the three Olympic equestrian disciplines: dressage, eventing, and jumping. Designed to elevate the sport’s visibility, engagement, and fan experience, the series will bring together elite athletes and top horses to compete for the...

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian extends its gratitude and appreciation to the following horse owners for their commitment to the U.S. Equestrian Teams at all levels through the 2024 competition year, highlighted by the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Combinations representing the U.S. on teams produced numerous top results and achievements with combinations fielded at more than 40 team events and 19 team podium finishes across all disciplines. DRESSAGE Olympic Games Alice Tarjan – Jane Four...

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is accepting applications for the USEF Eventing Development Coach position through March 17, 2025 . Leslie Law has overseen the USEF Eventing Development program for the past decade and will now transition into the role of U.S. Eventing Team Chef d’Equipe and High Performance Manager. The USEF Eventing Development Coach will work closely with Law and Karyn Shuter, the newly appointed High Performance Advisor, on the overall Eventing Pathway Program...

Horses are a familiar creative muse for Susanne Ross Blackinton-Juaire, a sixth-generation silversmith and the heart of S.R. Blackinton. Founded in 2018 on principles of craftsmanship and design excellence, this family-run business based in Smithfield, R.I., has been a beacon in the silversmithing world for over 160 years. The United States Equestrian Federation headquarters in Lexington, Ky. is home to over 140 perpetual trophies that are awarded annually at the Pegasus and Horse of the Year...

©US Equestrian Honoring the Legacy of Women in Equestrian Sport Women have played a crucial role in shaping the history of equestrian sports in the United States and beyond. From breaking gender barriers and breaking records to achieving Olympic glory, their contributions continue to inspire future generations of riders - right up to the all-female US Paralympic team. As we celebrate Women's History Month, we honor these trailblazers who have left an indelible mark on equestrian sport....

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce applications are now open for USET Foundation’s Summer 2025 Jacqueline B. Mars National Competition and Training Grant . The Jacqueline B. Mars Competition and Training Grants are awarded annually by the USET Foundation and aim to support the Eventing Pathway Program’s goal of sustainable success on the world stage. Specifically, these grants are designed to assist athlete-and-horse combinations to achieve Pre-Elite or Elite...

As the US Equestrian Open of Eventing qualifiers for 2025 approach, Alec Lochore’s expertise as a course designer is set to play a pivotal role in the series. For The Event at Terranova, he will craft the CCI4*-S course, that will challenge both the horses and athletes alike. Phillip Dutton and Azure successfully navigated Lochore's CCI4*-S course at the 2024 Event at Terranova (©SHANNON BRINKMAN) Lochore is a highly respected figure in the world of eventing. With an impressive...

Lexington, Ky. - The organizers of the Grand Slam of Eventing series events (Defender Kentucky Three Day Event, MARS Badminton Horse Trials, and Defender Burghley Horse Trials) and US Equestrian announced today that the Grand Slam of Eventing Series will not be contested in 2025. The organizers of the Grand Slam of Eventing are currently exploring alternative formats for the series. While discussions with potential sponsors are ongoing, a new sponsor for the series has not been identified at...

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is now accepting applications for the USEF Eventing Development Coach position. Leslie Law has overseen the USEF Eventing Development program for the past decade and will now transition into the role of U.S. Eventing Team Chef d’Equipe and High Performance Manager. The USEF Eventing Development Coach will work closely with Law and Karyn Shuter, the newly appointed High Performance Advisor, on the overall Eventing Pathway Program strategy, determining...

Lexington, Ky . – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the appointment of former USEF Eventing Development Coach Leslie Law to the position of Chef d’Equipe and High Performance Manager for the Defender U.S. Eventing Team, and Karyn Shuter, who will take on the newly developed role of U.S. Eventing High Performance Advisor. Both Law and Shuter will begin in their respective roles immediately. “As riders, we are very excited with the selection of Leslie Law and Karyn Shuter as...

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian members across the U.S. participated in the 2025 #USEFValentines campaign. The campaign continues to strengthen the 'Horse First' initiatives by asking members to send us why they love their horses. The horses submitted ranged from lesson ponies, to personal pets, to some of the top performing athletes in the sport. Happy Valentine's Day! All photos were provided by those who sent in a submission.