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US Equestrian Announces Continued Partnership with Dover Saddlery

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 5/14/2020 3:40:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce Dover Saddlery’s continued sponsorship of the USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final. The 2020 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final will be held at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show from October 8-17, 2020. ©Al Cook www.alcookphoto.com As part of this continuing partnership, all US Equestrian members receive a 10% discount on Dover Saddlery purchases through the MemberPerks program (certain exclusions apply). In addition,...

US Equestrian Releases COVID-19 Competition Toolkit

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 5/6/2020 5:55:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has released its Licensed Competitions COVID-19 Toolkit that features the USEF Action Plan, outlining mandatory requirements and recommended best practices for competition organizers and participants as equestrian competitions prepare to resume on June 1, 2020, dependent on federal, state, and local regulations and restrictions. Ensuring the health, safety, and welfare of participants and their horses is a paramount priority for US Equestrian. The COVID-19...

2020 Adequan®/FEI North American Youth Championships for Dressage and Jumping Canceled

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 5/6/2020 2:55:00 PM

Lexington, KY. – US Equestrian, Equestrian Canada, and the Mexican Equestrian Federation, with support of the Fédération Equestre Internationale (FEI), have announced the cancellation of the 2020 Adequan/FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) for Dressage and Jumping. The 2020 NAYC for Dressage and Jumping was scheduled to run from August 4-9 at the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival in Traverse City, Mich. Taylor Pence/US Equestrian The agreement to cancel the 2020 NAYC...

Marshall & Sterling Insurance Continues Sponsorship of USEF Pony Medal National Championship

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 4/30/2020 10:50:00 AM

Lexington, Ky – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that Marshall & Sterling Insurance, Inc., will continue its title sponsorship of the USEF Pony Medal National Championship for 2020. The Championship is held at USEF Pony Finals presented by Collecting Gaits Farm, which runs from August 3-9 at the Kentucky Horse Park. Shawn McMillen Photography “We’re thrilled to have Marshall & Sterling continue their generous sponsorship of the USEF...

Charles Owen Continues Partnership as the Official Helmet Supplier of US Equestrian

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 4/15/2020 3:50:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to have the continuing support of equestrian safety gear manufacturer Charles Owen. Since 2017, Charles Owen has been the Official Helmet Supplier of US Equestrian, as well as a Safety Education Partner and Learning Center Content Partner. This sponsorship has helped to provide useful information about improving safety in equestrian sports. “Charles Owen is a leader in equestrian safety gear, and we’re thrilled...

2020 Adequan North American Youth Championships for Eventing Canceled

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 4/13/2020 2:40:00 PM

Shannon Brinkman Photo Lexington, Ky. – Following the cancellation of key qualifying competitions due to COVID-19, the US Equestrian Board of Directors has unanimously approved a resolution to cancel the 2020 Adequan North American Youth Championships (NAYC) for Eventing CCIJ2*-L and CCIOY3*-S, which had been scheduled for July 23-26 at Rebecca Farm in Kalispell, Mont. The USEF Board of Directors’ approval of the resolution followed unanimous recommendation for cancellation from the...

US Equestrian Offers Health Insurance Benefits to Members and Discounted Membership Fee

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 4/7/2020 12:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – Earlier this year, US Equestrian launched a new health insurance benefits program for members, including options for medical, dental, vision, life, disability, business, pet, and more. These benefits are accessible to all competing members and paid-fan members. In an effort to provide emergency relief, US Equestrian is offering a discounted fan membership now through June 1. Members with a free promotional fan membership can upgrade, and new members can join, for just $20...

US Equestrian and USET Foundation Mourn Loss of Patrick “Packy” McGaughan

by US Equestrian Communications Department/USET Foundation | 3/14/2020 10:58:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian and the United States Equestrian Team (USET) Foundation are deeply saddened by the sudden loss of Patrick “Packy” McGaughan. McGaughan was a beloved member of the eventing community, devoting his life to the sport as a competitor and trainer. He passed away unexpectedly on March 12, 2020 at the age of 56. Margaret Kaiser/USEA Archives Photo McGaughan was destined to become a fixture in U.S. Eventing. Like many aspiring young equestrians, he competed in...

Triple Crown Nutrition Continues as Official Feed Sponsor of US Equestrian

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 3/12/2020 2:58:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased to announce that Triple Crown Nutrition, Inc. is continuing its sponsorship for 2020. Triple Crown Nutrition remains the “Official Feed Sponsor of US Equestrian” and has been a vital sponsor, offering the latest in feed innovation to help horses compete at their maximum level. Additionally, a selection of Triple Crown feeds are now available through Tractor Supply Co., the largest rural lifestyle...

Bid Applications Now Being Accepted for Venues Interested in Hosting 2021 and 2022 Adequan®/FEI North American Youth Championships for Eventing

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 2/24/2020 1:51:00 PM

Lexington, Ky . – US Equestrian is now accepting bid applications to host the 2021 and 2022 North American Youth Championships (NAYC) for Eventing. US Equestrian must receive completed bids on or before Friday, March 27, 2020, by 5:00 p.m. EDT for consideration. The purpose of conducting a host site bid selection process is to provide US Equestrian with a group of potential venues from which to choose a facility that offers the appropriate amenities worthy of hosting the NAYC for Eventing...