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2026 USEF Combined Driving National Championships for Advanced Four-In-Hand and Youth Set to Begin at Live Oak International

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/11/2026 2:22:00 PM

Ocala, Fla. – Two 2026 USEF Combined Driving National Championships will take place March 11-15, 2026 at Live Oak International in Ocala, Fla. The championship divisions will feature the Advanced Four-in-Hand Horse National Championship and, for the first time in history, the USEF Combined Driving Youth National Championship. Advanced Four-in-Hand Horse National Championship CAI3* (©US Equestrian) Leading the field in the Advanced Four-in-Hand National Championship is Chester Weber...

U.S. Jumping Team Takes to Top of Podium in Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 2/28/2026 11:00:00 PM

Wellington, Fla. – Under the lights of the main arena at Wellington International, the U.S. Jumping Team marked their eleventh win as a team in the FEI Jumping Nations Cup Wellington CSIO4* in the event’s longstanding history. The team jumped to a final two round total of zero faults to take a nail-biting win over Ireland, who finished on a final total of four faults. Team Canada took third on 13 faults. ©Avery Wallace / US Equestrian “This is always a very interesting...

US Equestrian Renews Partnership with Roeckl Sports

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 2/2/2026 1:01:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the extension of its longstanding partnership with Munich-based glove specialist, Roeckl Sports . As part of the renewed agreement, Roeckl Sports will maintain its role as the Official Riding Glove of US Equestrian. Roeckl Sports is a globally recognized manufacturer of premium riding gloves, known for their commitment to enhancing connection between horses and athletes. Designed to deliver exceptional grip and tactility, Roeckl gloves offer...

Deadline Reminder for 2026 Endurance Competition and U.S. FEI Endurance Official Grants Applications

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 1/26/2026 10:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian reminds eligible licensees and FEI Endurance Officials that the deadline to apply for the 2026 Endurance Competition Grant and 2026 U.S. FEI Endurance Official Grant is February 1, 2026 . These grants are intended to support FEI Endurance competitions in the U.S. to maintain a healthy calendar of competitions, as well as to support U.S. FEI Endurance officials and maintain a healthy number of officials that are licensed in the U.S. Please email all applications to...

US Equestrian Now Accepting 2026 Grant Applications for Licensed Official Development

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 1/20/2026 11:30:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the opening of the 2026 licensed official development grant application. ©Avery Wallace/US Equestrian The licensed official grant program launched in 2022 to reduce financial barriers for both national and FEI officials to complete application requirements related to a new license application, or a license promotion, by offsetting associated costs. In 2025 the Federation awarded grants totaling $35,500 to 75 licensed official applicants...

Reminder: Applications Closing for 2026 FEI Vaulting World Championships

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 1/12/2026 12:41:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - Applications for the 2026 FEI Vaulting World Championships being held in Aachen, Germany on August 11-16, 2026, will be closing on January 15, 2026 . Athletes and coaches can review the detailed requirements laid out in the Selection Procedures for Squad, Pas de Deux, and Individuals here . The selection period for the 2026 U.S. Vaulting Team began on January 1, 2025 and continues through March 30, 2026 with the Observation period concluding on June 1, 2026 . Athlete...

US Equestrian Recognizes 2025 Vaulters and Vaulting Horses of the Year

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 1/7/2026 3:43:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is proud to recognize Kylynn Ghafouri and Emi Yang as the 2025 Vaulters of the Year. The 2025 Horses of the Year are as follows: Individual & Squad Horse of the Year – Eldoctro Pas de Deux Horse of the Year – Pino del Rio 2025 Vaulters of the Year: Kylynn Ghafouri & Emi Yang 2025 Vaulters of the Year: Kylynn Ghafouri (Left) (©Leslie Taylor) and Emi Yang (Right) (©Mikhail Proctor/US Equestrian) Kylynn Ghafouri (Murrieta, Calif.)...

Combined Driving Licensed Officials and Competition Grant Application Deadline is January 1, 2026

by US Equestrian Communications | 12/22/2025 1:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian offers annual combined driving grants designed to strengthen the pipeline of opportunities within the U.S. driving community by supporting licensed competitions, developing organizers, and providing education and experience for current or aspiring licensed officials. The application deadline for the 2026 USEF Combined Driving Grants for Competitions and Licensed Officials is January 1, 2026. 2026 USEF Competition Grant for Combined Driving Grants may be...

Applications Open for 2026 Endurance Competition and U.S. FEI Endurance Official Grants

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 12/22/2025 9:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian invites those eligible to apply for the 2026 Endurance Competition Grant and 2026 U.S. FEI Endurance Official Grant. These grants are intended to support FEI Endurance competitions in the U.S. to maintain a healthy calendar of competitions, as well as to support U.S. FEI Endurance officials and maintain a healthy number of officials that are licensed in the U.S. Applications for both grants are due by February 1, 2026. Please email all applications to the Director...

US Equestrian Recognizes 2025 Team Horse Owners Across FEI Disciplines

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 12/19/2025 11:46:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian proudly extends our gratitude to the following horse owners for their continued dedication and support of the U.S. Equestrian Teams during the 2025 competition season. Their commitment helped fuel a successful year for U.S. combinations, who competed in 45 team events and achieved 18 team podium finishes across the disciplines, both domestically and internationally. DRESSAGE Wellington CDIO3* Diamante Farms – Vamos Diamante Farms – Giulietta...