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How Menopause Can Impact Equestrian Performance

by Debbie Elliot | Oct 17, 2025, 9:00 AM EST

All women will experience menopause at some point in their life. Some have only mild symptoms but for others, the transition is debilitating. A recent study in the U.K. conducted at the University of Gloucestershire by researcher Stephanie Bradley examined the impact of menopause and perimenopause on equestrians, and how it affected both sports performance and psychological well-being. The average age of menopause is 51, but it can range from the early 40s to late 50s. Menopause is identified...

Your Questions, Answered: How Does US Equestrian Enforce Horse Welfare Rules?

by US Equestrian Communications | Oct 14, 2025, 10:39 AM EST

Earlier this fall, US Equestrian began the rollout of a video series about our Horse Welfare Guidelines. In these videos, Chief of Sport David O’Connor and veterinary chiropractor and osteopath Dr. Christin Flynn explained the stoplight concept for interactions between horses and people, giving viewers specific examples of horse and human behaviors to watch for when trying to decide whether a situation is horse friendly (green), cautionary (yellow), or in need of intervention (red). Now,...

Clayton Farrell Reflects on Meaning of Hollow Brook Wealth Management Sportsmanship Award

by Isabelle Whiteside/US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 12, 2025, 1:46 PM EST

For Clayton Farrell (Venice, Fla.), the 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals –East was about more than just results in the ring. His dedication, kindness, and respect for others earned him the Hollow Brook Wealth Management Sportsmanship Award, a recognition given to the athlete who best exemplifies integrity, generosity, and sportsmanship during the finals. Farrell intends to carry this momentum as he competes in the 2025 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal...

Carsyn Korotkin and Indigo van de MuggenHoek Ready to Take on the 2025 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final

by Isabelle Whiteside/US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 12, 2025, 6:00 AM EST

A year ago, Carsyn Korotkin made her mark at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show by claiming the Small Pony Hunter Championship title. This fall, she’s returning to the historic arena with a new partner and a new goal, taking on the 2025 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals aboard Indigo van de MuggenHoek. ©Photo provided by Carsyn Korotkin Korotkin and Indy, as he’s affectionately known, began their partnership just six months ago. Despite their short time together,...

A Legacy of Leadership: Kim Land and Her Lifelong Commitment to the Turnham Green/USEF Junior Jumper National Championships

by Isabelle Whiteside/US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 11, 2025, 2:58 PM EST

The Turnham Green/USEF Junior Jumper National Championships are a highlight for youth jumping athletes and is one of the most anticipated annual events on the U.S. Jumping Pathway. Kim Land has been a central figure at the championships since first competing in the event herself in 1981 and 1982, representing Zone 4 in the Prix des States Team Championship. During her first appearance as an athlete, Land and her teammates, including her future husband, secured Zone 4’s first ever gold...

Meet Six: Caroline Pamukcu’s Part-Jack Russell, Part-Off-The-Track-Thoroughbred

by Danielle Henson/US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 10, 2025, 7:28 AM EST

To watch HSH Double Sixteen at work is to see pure athleticism channeled through careful training. Born to run, the off-the-track Thoroughbred has become one of the most exciting up-and-coming horses in Caroline Pamukcu’s string. According to Pamukcu, what makes Six, a 2015 gelding (Robin de Pres x Azaria), owned by the Double Sixteen Partnership, so great is that he is a quick learner with stamina to spare and a personality that keeps her on her toes. Six and Pamukcu competing at the...

Meet Monster: A Chill Guy with a Decorated Past, Teaching the Future of Eventing

by Danielle Henson/US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 7, 2025, 9:41 AM EST

When 16-year-old Lola Lonesky talks about her horse, Cooley Quicksilver, better known as “Monster,” a 2011 Irish Sport Horse gelding (Womanizer x Creggan Diamond), her whole face lights up. “He makes me the happiest person ever,” she says with a blush. “He has such a fun personality. He’s so intelligent that he asks you multiple questions just to make sure you are prepared for the test or course, and that you know what you’re talking about when...

Meet Ike: A Fruit Loop-Loving Jumper on a Journey

by Isabelle Whiteside/US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 4, 2025, 9:40 AM EST

With his powerful jump and easygoing personality, Ike (Spartacus x Twister) is a horse who stands out in any ring. Known around the barn as a “sleepyhead,” the black gelding joined Amy Krebs’ family in September of 2023 and quickly became a barn favorite. After several successful years competing in the jumpers, Ike is now preparing to make his official career change this fall to better suit his naturally calm temperament and flexibility. Krebs noted that both she and Ike seem...

All Business (and a Few Cookies!): Meet Harry, Eleanor Pieter’s Foodie

by Isabelle Whiteside/US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 3, 2025, 9:29 AM EST

When Eleanor Pieters imported Ares Ter Wilgen Z (Atomic Z x Bellisima Ter Wilgen Z) in February, she never imagined just how much they would accomplish in such a short time. From competing at the 2025 FEI North American Youth Championships in Traverse City, Mich, to gearing up for the 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals – East, this duo has quickly become one to watch. ©Photo provided by Eleanor Pieters Ares Ter Wilgen Z, better known as “Harry” will make...

Meet Mac One III: The Biggest Personality

by Isabelle Whiteside/US Equestrian Communications Dept. | Oct 1, 2025, 1:30 PM EST

Mac One III (Luidam Elite x Original Way) is known for his extraordinary talent and larger-than-life personality, but no one knows him better than his longtime partner and owner, Taylor Madden. Madden purchased the bay gelding in 2008, after Missy Clark and John Brennan gave her the opportunity to ride him. Their partnership blossomed quickly, and in 2019, Mac stepped into his first USEF Talent Search Finals, with Madden in the irons. Photo provided by Taylor Madden “He’s my heart...