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Dates and Locations Announced for 2025 Adequan®/USEF Junior Hunter National Championships – East and West

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 10/23/2024 4:30:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the locations and host events for the Adequan ® /USEF Junior Hunter National Championships – East and West for 2025 through 2027. The East championship will be held at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky., and managed by Split Rock Jumping Tour, and the West championship will be held at HITS Del Mar Horsepark in Del Mar, Calif. ©Avery Wallace/US Equestrian Additionally, the 2025 dates for both championships have...

JJ Torano and Favorite Edition Z Win the 2024 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 10/13/2024 7:06:00 PM

Harrisburg, Pa. - The spotlight shone brightly on the 2024 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final, the highlight event on Sunday at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show. A field of 169 qualified junior athletes took on the challenge of the first round, navigating the intricate course designed by Steve Stephens in conjunction with judges Tammy Provost and Rachel Kennedy. As the competition intensified, the top 25 riders advanced to the second round, featuring a fresh course, narrowing the...

Over 150 Junior Athletes Set to Compete in the 2024 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 10/12/2024 8:55:00 PM

Harrisburg, Pa. -- The 2024 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final is set to begin on Sunday, October 13 at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show. Over 150 junior athletes will take to the Harrisburg Coliseum to vie for the top spot and have their name engraved on the Adrian Van Sinderen Trophy. The Hunter Seat Medal Final dates back to 1948 and has played a role in the development of many top riders. Riders such as Kent Farrington, Lillie Keenan, Brian Moggre, Spencer Smith, and Jessica...

Young Athletes Set to Compete at the Turnham Green/USEF Junior Jumper National Championship and Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final This Weekend in Harrisburg

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 10/9/2024 10:01:00 AM

Harrisburg, Pa. - The Turnham Green/USEF Junior Jumper National Championship is set to begin this weekend in Harrisburg, Penn., at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, a US Equestrian Heritage Competition, from October 10-12, 2024. The prestigious Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final is set to conclude the weekend of competition highlighting junior competitors. 2023 USEF Junior Jumper National Championships at Pennsylvania National Horse Show (Avery Wallace/US Equestrian) The Turnham...

'Riding is the Water to Put Out the Fire of Our ADHD'

by Debbie Elliot | 10/7/2024 11:43:00 AM

Disclaimer: This article provides general information about ADHD and is not a substitute for medical advice. For diagnosis, treatment or medical concerns, consult a qualified health care provider. Always seek professional guidance before making any healthcare decisions. For brothers Julian and Cameron Harrison , riding is their life. They own three horses between them, will happily spend five hours a day at the barn, and both want to become equine veterinarians when they are older. However,...

Attention Competitors: Green Pony Reinstatements End November 30, 2024

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 9/12/2024 12:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – Under an approved US Equestrian rule change effective Dec. 1, 2024, ponies will be eligible for two green years. Ahead of this effective date, US Equestrian will accept requests for green pony reinstatements through Nov. 30, 2024. Members wishing to reinstate their ponies’ first green year may submit a request through their member dashboard at members.usef.org . ©Leslie Potter/US Equestrian Ponies must meet the criteria outlined in the USEF Rulebook in section...

Why Young Riders Should Wear Helmets That Meet Multiple Safety Standards

by Debbie Elliot | 8/26/2024 3:50:00 PM

Choosing a new helmet is a complex decision, especially for young riders when style, popularity, and fashion factor in as well as safety. While helmets may look similar on the outside, they are not all created equal in terms of protection against head injuries. It is essential that riders look beyond trendy rhinestone details or chrome stripes and examine the safety rating inside. The first question any rider should ask when shopping for a helmet is, “what safety standards does it...

US Equestrian Announces Three Initiatives to Support USA Sport Horse Welfare

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 8/13/2024 12:00:00 PM

The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) today announced three new initiatives to support sport horse welfare. The initiatives include revisions to the Horse Participation Consent Agreement, the development of a continuing education program for USEF team veterinarians, and the establishment of an education and research program in Chromatic BF’s name. The new initiatives follow the tragic death of Chromatic BF on April 18, 2024, at the 2024 World Cup Jumping Final in Riyadh, Saudi...

Hunter and Jumper Competition Wraps up on Day Five of 2024 USEF Pony Finals Presented by Marshall & Sterling

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 8/11/2024 8:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. – Pony hunter and jumper competition has wrapped up at the 2024 USEF Pony Finals presented by Marshall & Sterling after a fun Saturday filled with quality ponies and talented riders. Grace Stenbeck-Werner and Prestige. ©Leslie Potter/US Equestrian Charles Ancona/USEF Large Regular Pony Hunter National Championship As the 2024 USEF Pony Finals presented by Marshall & Sterling nears its close, the 2024 Overall Grand Pony Hunter National Championship was crowned...

Green Hunter Pony Grand Champion Crowned; Team Jumper Competition Concludes at Day Four of 2024 USEF Pony Finals Presented by Marshall & Sterling

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 8/10/2024 8:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. – The fourth day of competition at the 2024 USEF Pony Finals presented by Marshall & Sterling saw the first of two Grand Champions crowned in the hunter ring. The jumper competition heated up with the second round and the final for team competition. Emi Richard and So Dashing. ©Leslie Potter/US Equestrian USEF Large Green Pony Hunter National Championship and Green Hunter Pony Grand Championship The large greens took on the over-fences phase on Friday afternoon,...

Small Regular Pony Hunter National Champion Crowned; Pony Jumpers Get Started on Day Three of 2024 USEF Pony Finals Presented by Marshall & Sterling

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 8/9/2024 7:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. – Thursday at the 2024 USEF Pony Finals presented by Marshall & Sterling brought another full day of pony hunter excellence and the exciting first round for pony jumpers along with the ever-popular Pony Finals golf cart parade. Lillian Thomas and Sun's Up. ©Leslie Potter/US Equestrian Kickapoo Ponies/USEF Small Regular Pony Hunter National Championship The small greens had their turn over jumps today, navigating a course that challenged the riders’ skill...

New Champions Emerge on Day Two of 2024 USEF Pony Finals Presented by Marshall & Sterling

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 8/7/2024 11:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – The first national champions have been crowned at the 2024 USEF Pony Finals presented by Marshall & Sterling . The Medium Regular and Small Green sections concluded their championships with Wednesday’s over fences rounds, and the Small Regular section got started with model and under saddle phases. Sienna Rossano and High Tops. ©Avery Wallace/US Equestrian Pony Tail Bows/USEF Medium Regular Pony Hunter National Championship The Pony Tail Bows/USEF Medium...