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Dr. M. Craig Ferrell 1949-2012

by Published in The Tennessean on May 30, 2012 | 5/31/2012 1:00:29 PM

Ferrell, Dr. M. Craig Age 62 of Franklin, TN. Passed away May 28, 2012. An orthopaedic surgeon for 33 years. Dr. Ferrell is preceded in death by parents, Joel & Rosemary Vogel Ferrell. He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Lorraine T. Ferrell; sons, Aaron (Tanya) Ferrell & Jonathan Ferrell; grandchildren, Kate & Michael Cannon Ferrell; brother, Jack & wife Patty; sister, Karen. Funeral Mass was held 2 p.m. Thursday, May 31, 2012 at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, 2015 West...

2011 Pan American Games LIVE Blog for Nations Cup Jumping

by Joanie Morris | 10/27/2011 10:18:51 AM

Follow up what is going on at the 2011 Pan American Games with up to the minute information below. <a href="https://www.coveritlive.com/mobile.php/option=com_mobile/task=viewaltcast/altcast_code=68b6dfd206" _cke_saved_href="https://www.coveritlive.com/mobile.php/option=com_mobile/task=viewaltcast/altcast_code=68b6dfd206" >Pan American Games Nations...

Tailgating Returns for 2012

by Equestrian Events Inc. | 10/18/2011 9:51:19 AM

After a successful first year Tailgating is returning for 2012! Tickets go on sale November 1, 2011 - reserve your spot early before they sell out! We have new options, check them out today! Witness the excitement of Cross-Country on Saturday, April 28th from your own Tailgating spot along the course! Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event Tailgating Passes include 6 General Admission Tickets and one reserved parking space near the Cross-Country Course on Saturday only. A time for fun, friends, good...

How Big Tyme Got His Name

by Joanie Morris | 10/15/2011 2:00:31 PM

His passport says Big Tyme, but his friends call him Frankie. His owner/rider Marisa Feterling explains why:

Updates for Hosting Open Dressage Classes in 2023

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 8/18/2022 9:10:00 AM

Attention Regular and Local competition organizers: Please note that the below US Equestrian rule changes that involve hosting Open Dressage classes will go into effect for the 2023 competition year. These changes only affect dually USEF/USDF licensed dressage classes, not Western dressage classes. Only Regular and Local competitions will be impacted by these changes; Lite licensed competitions are not eligible to host Open Dressage classes. The first notable change requires Regular and Local...

Call for Media Credential Applications: 2021 FEI North American Youth Championships

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 8/6/2021 11:15:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. – The FEI North American Youth Championships will take place August 10-15, 2021, at the Great Lakes Equestrian Festival in Traverse City, Mich. Members of the media who would like to request credentials to cover the event should submit a completed application form by August 9, 2021. The FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) consists of the Gotham North/FEI North American Youth Jumping Championships presented by USHJA and the FEI North American Youth Championships...

New SafeSport Resources – Live Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Training Sessions and Video Series: Understanding Response & Resolution

by U.S. Center for SafeSport | 8/4/2021 6:29:00 PM

Four Live MAAPP Trainings in August The U.S. Center for SafeSport continues to offer free tailored trainings for parents, coaches, athletes, and other stakeholder groups on elements newly introduced in the 2022 Minor Athlete Abuse Prevention Policies (MAAPP). See the MAAPP Training Calendar for dates updated throughout 2021. REGISTER FOR TRAINING New Video Series: Understanding Response & Resolution A new series of six videos illustrates Center processes for responding to and resolving...

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...

Strong U.S. Showing at the 2019 FEI Driving World Championships for Ponies

by US Equestrian Communications Department/Classic Communications | 9/29/2019 5:37:00 PM

Ászár-Kisbér, Hungary – It was a strong showing of pony power for the U.S. with Mary Phelps in the Pair Pony division and Leslie Berndl in the Single Pony division as they competed in the 2019 FEI Driving World Championships for Ponies, September 25-29, in Ászár-Kisbér, Hungary. Mary Phelps (Krisztina Horváth/ Hoefnet.com ) In the Pair Pony division, Mary Phelps (Columbia, Ky.) with her team lovingly known as “The Flying...

Rush Wins USEF Pony Jumper Individual National Championship at 2019 USEF Pony Finals Presented By Collecting Gaits Farm; Overall Regular Hunter Pony Grand and Reserve Grand Champions Crowned; Lignelli Wins Medium Regular Hunter Pony National Championship presented by Sallee Horse Vans

by Ashley Swift & Kathleen Landwehr, US Equestrian Communications Department | 8/10/2019 9:27:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – On Saturday at the 2019 USEF Pony Finals presented by Collecting Gaits Farm (Pony Finals), the hunter sections concluded with EMC Entourage and Alexa Lignelli winning the Medium Hunter Pony National Championship. Maddie Tosh and Bit of Love were named Overall Regular Hunter Pony Grand Champions and Kat Fuqua and Prestige won Overall Regular Hunter Pony Reserve Grand Champion. Hallie Rush and Sky Miles won the USEF Pony Jumper Individual National Championship came to an...