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US Equestrian Announces Launch of 2026 USEF Combined Driving Chef d’Equipe Apprentice Program

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 2/10/2026 11:40:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the launch of the 2026 USEF Combined Driving Chef d’Equipe Apprentice Program, an initiative designed to identify talented individuals with the potential to be developed into future Chef d’Equipe positions. ©Christine Rivet/US Equestrian The selected Apprentice will work alongside the Chef d’Equipe, supporting a variety of tasks to gain first-hand experience with a deeper understanding of the responsibilities required...

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team Set for Start of 2026 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/18/2026 5:02:00 PM

The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team (From L to R): Ashley Holzer, Meaghan Davis, Christine Traurig, Jordan LaPlaca, and Anna Marek. (©Emma Claire Collective) Wellington, Fla. - The horse inspection for the FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3* set the scene for an exciting week of competition at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., from March 18-22, 2026, which will feature teams from three countries — the U.S., Canada, and Germany. The Dutta Corp. U.S....

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Para Dressage Team for TerraNova CPEDI3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/1/2026 7:10:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at the TerraNova CPEDI3*. The CPEDI3* will take place April 1-4, 2026, at the TerraNova Equestrian Center in Myakka City, Fla. The following combinations are listed in alphabetical order: Rebecca Hart (Wellington, Fla.) and Liberation (Libertad FRH x White Rose), a 2016 Hanoverian gelding owned by Rowan O’Riley and cared for by Kjersten Elliot...

Apply Now for 2026 USEF Higher Education Equestrian Scholarships

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 2/4/2026 3:36:00 PM

Lexington, Ky . – US Equestrian is now accepting applications for the 2026 Higher Education Equestrian Scholarships . This scholarship program awards two $2,500 scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors who are committed to advancing their equine knowledge or equestrian experience while in college. (©Devyn Trethewey/US Equestrian) Meet the 2025 Higher Education Equestrian Scholarship recipients. The scholarships are available to US Equestrian competing members and...

US Equestrian and Ariat International Launch New Team Collection with Renewed Partnership

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/25/2026 10:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to continue our longstanding partnership with Ariat International , as the Official Equestrian Apparel of US Equestrian and the US Equestrian Teams and Official Equestrian Performance Footwear of US Equestrian. As part of the renewed commitment, Ariat® released the new US Equestrian Team Collection to be worn by athletes and support staff as they represent the United States internationally across the FEI disciplines. Ariat has been a trusted...

US Equestrian Announces Renewed Partnership with Toklat Originals

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 2/2/2026 2:02:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce a renewed partnership with Toklat Originals , which will continue as the Official Endurance Saddle Pad of the U.S. Endurance Team and, through Myler Bits, as the Official Bit of US Equestrian. The sport of endurance challenges both horse and athlete by testing speed, stamina, and the ability to successfully navigate varying terrain and distances. The U.S. Endurance Team will culminate its 2026 season at the FEI Endurance World...

Farrington Hoists Trophy in $1,000,000 Rolex US Equestrian Open Grand Prix CSI5* After Stellar Evening with Greya

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/29/2026 12:13:00 AM

Wellington, Fla . – Kent Farrington (USA) and Greya rose to the top of the standings after a stellar jump-off performance to take top honors in the highest rated Grand Prix in Wellington International history, the $1,000,000 Rolex US Equestrian Open Grand Prix CSI5*, a Rolex Series Event. Before a sold-out crowd surrounding the International Ring, the duo stopped the timers in an impressive 42.99 seconds to secure their position at the top of the podium ahead of Ben Maher (GBR) and Enjeu...

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 2/18/2026 1:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* hosted at Wellington International from February 25-March 1, 2026. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson. The following athletes have been selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team and are listed in alphabetical order. Karl Cook (Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.) Marilyn Little (West Palm...

US Equestrian Congratulates New FEI Endurance Licensed Officials

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 1/27/2026 11:31:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian congratulates four new FEI Endurance Licensed Officials, who joined the Endurance community at the close of last year and the beginning of 2026. Their commitment strengthens the foundation of the sport and continued growth within the discipline. US Equestrian also extends heartfelt appreciate to all the FEI Endurance Officials for their hard work, expertise, and dedication throughout 2025. ©Leslie Potter/US Equestrian Congratulations to the following Level 1...

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Jumping Team for Longines League of Nations™ Ocala CSIO5*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/4/2026 10:13:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. Jumping Team at the Longines League of Nations™ Ocala CSIO5*-LLN in Ocala, Fla., hosted at the World Equestrian Center from March 17-22, 2026. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Robert Ridland and Team Leader Lizzy Chesson. The following athletes have been named to the U.S. Jumping Team and are listed in alphabetical order: Lillie Keenan (New York, N.Y.) Laura Kraut (Royal Palm...