Lexington, Ky. - The FEI Vaulting Working Group, tasked with the revision of the FEI Vaulting Code of Points - Degree of Difficulty (DoD), has created a survey to collect feedback from Vaulters, Coaches, Officials, as well as members of the Vaulting community to identify areas of improvement. The goal is to ensure that the rules governing free tests reflect the true challenge of movements, encourage creativity, and support the growth of the sport. Your insights will help identify areas for...

As an athlete, coach, and leader in the sport, Becky Hart had a profound impact on endurance riding in the U.S. and around the world. Hart passed away on February 28, 2025, at age 71. Becky Hart and R.O. Grand Sultan at the 1990 FEI World Equestrian Games. ©Bob Langrish During her competitive career, Hart (San Juan Bautista, Calif.) was a dominant force in the sport, highlighted by her winning a remarkable three individual FEI Endurance World Championships in a row in 1988, 1990, and 1992....

Wellington, Fla. - The U.S. Para Dressage Program hosted the first Para Dressage Symposium of the year in Wellington, Fla., offering feedback and access to judging for combinations within the program. The two-day symposium is a key development opportunity in the continued progression of the program for Chef d’Equipe and Technical Advisor, Michel Assouline, who has officially renewed his leadership role through the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games. ©Avery Wallace/US Equestrian The...

Erin Nichols and Elian Royale competing in the Starpoint Dancesport FEI Grand Prix Special CDIO3* (© Avery Wallace/US Equestrian) Wellington, Fla. - The individual competition of the 2025 FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3* continued Saturday at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., marking the final class of the FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3*. Two U.S. combinations competed in the Starpoint Dancesport FEI Grand Prix Special CDIO3* with Erin Nichols and Elian...

Wellington, Fla. – The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team demonstrated a commendable silver-medal winning performance in the FEI Grand Prix for the FEI Dressage Nations Cup USA CDIO3*. Under the guidance of Chef d’Equipe Christine Traurig, the team of Devon Kane and Vamos, Kevin Kohmann and Giulietta, Erin Nichols and Elian Royale, and Jennifer Williams and Joppe K finished on a collective score of 201.565%. The U.S. U25 combinations also had the opportunity to shine at the Adequan®...

Lexington, Ky. - Dr. Katie Flynn and Dr. Stephen Schumacher co-led a conversation on Biosecurity and Medications on Thursday, Jan. 23, at the 2025 US Equestrian Annual Meeting. The session, which was presented by Neogen, started with Dr. Flynn leading a conversation on the new microchip requirement that is to go into effect in December 2025. Dr. Schumacher’s presentation focused on Pharmacology, providing an overview of pharmacokinetics vs pharmacodynamics, how medications work within the...

Lexington, KY – On December 2 – 3, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) hosted the 2024 National Breed and Discipline Affiliate Summit to review and discuss opportunities to work more closely together to achieve mutual goals and better understand how USEF can be a partner to their success. Educational presentations and open dialogue focused on the importance of working collaboratively to grow and protect the respective organizations, horses, and the equestrian industry....

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian congratulates Hannah Hiiva (Roy, Wash.), recipient of the 2024 US Equestrian National Youth Sportsman’s Award. Hiiva is an active exhibitor on the Arabian circuit and serves as a Region 5 Youth Director for the Arabian Youth Horse Association. She was nominated for this award by the Arabian Horse Association . Hannah Hiiva. ©Miley DeFalco Hiiva is a junior at Yelm High School where she is active in leadership roles, including as yearbook...

Kansas City, Mo. – With expertly executed rail and pattern work, Maggie Keith (Louisville, Ky.) secured the 2024 USEF Saddle Seat Adult Amateur Medal champion title on Friday at the UPHA American Royal National Championship Horse Show. Keith rode her longtime partner, CH CH-EQ Reedann’s Heir to Glory (Supreme Heir x Glori-Phi), a 2004 American Saddlebred gelding owned by Rozes Equine LLC, to the top of the podium. Maggie Keith and Reedann's Heir to Glory. ©Leslie Potter/US...

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian awards five recipients the 2024 USEF Higher Education Equestrian Scholarship . Each year, high school seniors are awarded this scholarship to allow them to pursue equestrian sports during their years of higher education. Meet the 2024 USEF Higher Education Scholarship Winners Emily Arriaga. ©Liz Crawley Photo Emily Arriaga (Bahama, N.C.) is a freshman at the Savannah College of Art and Design where she will pursue a degree in Equestrian Studies and continue...