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U.S. Vaulting Takes Center Stage at FEI Vaulting World Cup™ Final in Basel

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/5/2025 5:30:00 PM

Basel, Switzerland – The three U.S. Vaulting combinations took center stage this morning in Basel, Switzerland, showcasing the Technical Tests for both the individual female and male competitors. Kimberly Palmer is the highest-placed U.S. athlete and currently holds fifth overall heading into tomorrow’s freestyle in the individual female division. "Today didn't go quite as planned, but we both made the best of the situation we had with the atmosphere in the arena," said Palmer....

Kevin Kohmann and Duenensee Finish as Highest Placed U.S. Partnership in FEI Grand Prix Freestyle to Conclude Dressage Competition at 2025 FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/5/2025 5:23:00 PM

Basel, Switzerland – Kevin Kohmann and Duenensee finished as the highest placed U.S. combination in the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle, taking tenth overall with a 75.535% to conclude dressage competition at the 2025 FEI Dressage World Cup Final. Genay Vaughn and Gino ended their first World Cup experience with a strong finish, receiving a 73.765%, while Adrienne Lyle and Helix worked through some nerves and tension throughout their test, which resulted in a score much below their average mark....

Alessandra Volpi and Gipsy Love Continue U.S. Push for Podium at 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup™ Final

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/4/2025 7:20:00 PM

Basel, Switzerland – Alessandra Volpi and Gipsy Love stamped their mark on the second day of jumping competition at the 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup Final in Basel, Switzerland, earning third place and stopping the timers in 45.78 seconds to move up to seventh in the overall standings. Lillie Keenan and Kick On also remain in the top five, tied for fourth, with an exciting finish to come Sunday. Martin Fuchs (SUI) and Leonie Jei took the win in today's class with a jump-off time of 40....

Adrienne Lyle and Helix Finish Top Ten in FEI Grand Prix with U.S. Combinations Looking Ahead to Highlight FEI Grand Prix Freestyle in Basel

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/4/2025 10:49:00 AM

Basel, Switzerland – U.S. veteran Adrienne Lyle guided her Paris Olympic mount Helix to a top ten finish in the FEI Grand Prix class on the first day of the 2025 FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final. The pair earned a 72.565% from the judging panel to take ninth overall in the class of 17 entries. The FEI Grand Prix Freestyle to determine the 2025 FEI Dressage World Cup Final champion will begin at 7:30 p.m. GMT+2/1:30 p.m. ET tomorrow evening. ©ShannonBrinkmanPhotography “I...

US Equestrian and The Dutta Corporation Expand Partnership Through 2028

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 4/4/2025 10:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce an extension of a long-standing partnership with The Dutta Corporation through 2028. As the Official Equine Air Transportation Provider of the U.S. Equestrian Teams, The Dutta Corp. will continue its invaluable support of equine athletes traveling to international competitions. Additionally, The Dutta Corp. remains the official title sponsor of the The Dutta Corp U.S. Dressage Team. ©Avery Wallace/US Equestrian The company will also...

Lillie Keenan and Kick On Lead the Way as U.S. Jumping Finishes First Day of FEI Jumping World Cup Final with Three Combinations Inside Top Twelve

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/3/2025 7:15:00 PM

Basel, Switzerland – Lillie Keenan and Kick On put the U.S. on the podium in Round I of the 2025 FEI Jumping World Cup Final, leading the U.S. contingent looking ahead to the second round of the individual final tomorrow. The pair finished third overall in the competitive class, stopping the timers in 60.69 seconds, and currently sit in third on the overall leaderboard. Katie Dinan (New York, N.Y.) and Out of the Blue SCF also jumped a faultless round to sit in eleventh, while Alessandra...

Reminder: 2025 FEI North American Youth Championships Application Deadlines Approaching

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/3/2025 1:35:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – The deadline for entries to compete at 2025 FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC), to be held in Traverse City, Mich., July 29 – August 3, is approaching. Youth athletes in dressage and jumping are invited to submit their applications before the end of this year’s qualification period. Dressage For athletes who plan to compete in the 2025 Discover Dressage/FEI North American Youth Dressage Championships presented by USDF , the deadline to apply is May...

Deadline Reminder: 2025 USEF Combined Driving National Championships for Ponies Entries Closing Soon

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/31/2025 9:49:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - The deadline is approaching for entries to the 2025 USEF Combined Driving National Championships for Ponies. The championships will be held at the Katydid CDE at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Mill Spring, N.C. on April 23-27, 2025. The USEF Combined Driving Championships for Ponies will include classes for single, pair, and four-in-hand ponies and VSEs from training through advanced levels. The deadline to enter is April 11, 2025 . For more information about the...

US Equestrian Announces Vaulting Athletes Selected to Short List for 2025 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 3/26/2025 3:30:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to recognize the vaulting athletes named to the short list for the 2025 FEI Vaulting World Championships for Juniors and Young Vaulters to be held in Stadl Paura, Austria, from July 30 – August 3, 2025. The U.S. Vaulting Team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Emma Seely . The following athletes have been named to the U.S. Vaulting Team short list and are listed in alphabetical order. Junior Females Harriet Bartell (Monroe, Ga.) Sophia Jacobson...

US Equestrian Welcomes Great American Insurance Group as the Official Equine Insurance Sponsor of the US Equestrian Open

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 3/25/2025 1:25:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to welcome Great American Insurance Group as the Official Equine Insurance Sponsor of the US Equestrian Open Series . The US Equestrian Open is an exciting new competition series that launched in late 2024, showcasing the three Olympic equestrian disciplines: dressage, eventing, and jumping. Designed to elevate the sport’s visibility, engagement, and fan experience, the series will bring together elite athletes and top horses to compete for the...