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US Equestrian Announces Athletes for 2025 FEI Para Driving World Championships

by US Equestrian Communications | 7/9/2025 8:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to represent the U.S. at the 2025 FEI Para Driving World Championships. The championships will take place Sept. 4-7, 2025, in Lähden, Germany. The following athletes have been selected to represent the U.S. Para Driving Team and are listed in alphabetical order: Tracy Bowman (Martinez, Calif.) with her own Albrecht’s Hoeve’s Lars (Orchard Red Prince x Castenrayseweg Saartje), a 2009 Welsh Pony...

Laura Kraut and Baloutinue Earn Podium Finish in Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO5*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 7/7/2025 3:20:00 AM

©Shannon Brinkman Aachen, Germany – Laura Kraut and Baloutinue delivered a standout performance in the Rolex Grand Prix of Aachen CSIO5* closing out a week of elite international competition on a high note for the U.S. Jumping Team athletes. The pair finished in second place after jumping three faultless rounds on the final day of competition in Aachen, Germany. Martin Fuchs (SUI) and Leonie Jei took the win, while Steve Guerdat (SUI) and Dynamix de Belheme finished in third. Kraut...

Defender U.S. Eventing Team Secures Second Place in Thrilling UBS-Cup CCIO4*-S at Aachen

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 7/6/2025 2:25:00 AM

The Defender U.S. Eventing Team: Phillip Dutton and Possante, Caroline Pamukcu and HSH Blake, William Coleman and Off The Record, and Boyd Martin with Commando 3. (©Shannon Brinkman) Aachen, Germany – The Defender U.S. Eventing Team earned a podium finish in the UBS-Cup CCIO4-S* following a decisive cross-country phase in front of an energetic German crowd at the historic grounds of CHIO Aachen. Led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law, the team's efforts across all three phases...

Defender U.S. Eventing Team Holds Fourth Place with Cross-Country Ahead in UBS-Cup CCIO4*-S

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 7/5/2025 3:27:00 AM

William Coleman and Off The Record (© US Equestrian) Aachen, Germany – The Defender U.S. Eventing Team completed the first two phases of competition at the prestigious CHIO Aachen UBS-Cup CCIO4*-S. The four U.S. combinations produced competitive efforts in both dressage and show jumping phases, positioning the team in fourth place overall on a total score of 107.6 penalties heading into tomorrow's final phase. The team was led off by Caroline Pamukcu (Springtown, Pa.) and HSH...

U.S. Jumping Team Hoists Trophy in Historic Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 7/4/2025 9:39:00 AM

©US Equestrian Aachen, Germany - The U.S. Jumping Team delivered a tremendous performance in the Mercedes-Benz Jumping Nations Cup CSIO5*, finishing atop the podium after two competitive rounds to complete the night on a team total of just four faults. “Aachen is the mecca of show jumping. It’s one of the greatest shows in the world. This team was really amazing and this is what we came here for. It doesn’t get any better than this," said Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland....

US Equestrian Awards Opportunity Fund Grants to 13 USEF Community Outreach Organizations for Vital Initiatives

by Mikhail Proctor | 6/30/2025 2:06:00 PM

US Equestrian is pleased to announce that it has awarded $90,500 in USEF Opportunity Fund grants to 13 USEF Community Outreach Organizations (COO) in the fund’s fourth year through a comprehensive review process. The 2025 USEF Opportunity Fund grants will support an expansive list of projects that will further the missions of these high-impact organizations. Examples of the initiatives that were selected for funding include increasing resources to expand participation, purchasing safety...

US Equestrian Announces Schedule for 2025 Horse Safety and Welfare Town Halls

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 6/30/2025 8:45:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - Following a successful first edition in early June, US Equestrian is releasing the dates and locations of future town hall events focusing on equine safety and welfare. These discussions are designed to facilitate conversation between the Federation and participants across breeds and sports as US Equestrian considers how it can better support the well-being of our equine partners. These town halls are open to all and will include USEF staff panelists, as well as affiliate...

Champions Crowned at 2025 USEF Eventing Young Rider Championships

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 6/29/2025 9:07:00 PM

Adamstown, Md. - The Sunday awards ceremonies marked the end to a very successful 2025 USEF Eventing Young Rider Championships, with three individuals across the CCI1*, CCIYJ2*-S, and CCI3U25*-S, and two teams crowned champion. The Championships were hosted by The Maryland International & Horse Trials at Loch Moy Farm, and courses designed by Andrew Heffernan and Chris Barnard. CCIJ1* National Championship ©US Equestrian Charlotte Schaef (Roland, Ariz.) and Tinraher Diamond, her own...

U.S. Vaulting Athletes Deliver Strong Showing at 2025 CHIO Aachen CVIO4*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 6/29/2025 6:00:00 PM

Kimberly Palmer and San Felice Z (©Shannon Brinkman) Aachen, Germany – The U.S. Vaulting Team completed competition at CHIO Aachen CVIO4* this weekend with solid performances across the Individual Female and Male divisions. Competing against impressive international talent in the Albert Vahle Arena, U.S. vaulters delivered athletic and well-executed choreography, continuing to build momentum and experience on the world stage. In the Individual Female competition, Kimberly Palmer...

Day One of 2025 Adequan®/USEF Junior Hunter National Championship – East Brings Top Competition to the Kentucky Horse Park

by US Equestrian Communications | 6/19/2025 10:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – Day one of the Adequan®/USEF Junior Hunter National Championship – East (JHNC) kicked off on Thursday, June 19, with the 16-17 age groups completing their first phases. The Skip Bailey-designed jump courses are set in the Kentucky Horse Park’s Walnut Ring while the under saddle classes run in the iconic Rolex Stadium. Exhibitors enjoyed an afternoon ice cream hour on Thursday thanks to generous support from Markel. Verified and Parker Peacock. ©Leslie...