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US Equestrian Announces The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team for 2026 FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/10/2026 12:30:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations selected to represent The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team at the FEI Dressage Nations Cup™ USA CDIO3* during the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., from March 18-22, 2026. This will be the first team outing of the 2026 competition season for the Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team who will be led by Chef d’Equipe Christine Traurig and Team Leader Laura Roberts. The following combinations will...

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...

US Equestrian Announces the 2025 Higher Education Equestrian Scholarship Recipients

by US Equestrian Communications | 1/21/2026 2:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian congratulates the five recipients of the 2025 USEF Higher Education Equestrian Scholarships . The scholarships are awarded each year to incoming first-year college students to support their continuing involvement in horse sports. Meet the 2025 USEF Higher Education Equestrian Scholarship Recipients Annie Kimball Milton, Ga. Annie Kimball has been riding and competing in the hunter and equitation arenas since she was very young. An all-around horsewoman,...

Continued Focus on Horse Welfare, Listening to Membership Key Components of US Equestrian’s Future

by US Equestrian Communications | 1/16/2026 6:20:00 PM

During the General Session of US Equestrian’s 2026 annual meeting, the Federation’s leadership evaluated where the organization is relative to its long-term goals, and what work still lies ahead. The session was held as part of a three-day series of educational events during the US Equestrian’s 2026 Annual Meeting at the Omni Hotel in Louisville, Ky. For groups like US Equestrian, a strategic plan is crucial to illustrating a long-term, big-picture vision. The...

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.)...

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...

Nationwide Clinics Continue to Advance U.S. Dressage Talent Through USEF Dressage Pathway Programs

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 12/10/2025 12:40:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - The 2025 USEF Dressage Training Series came to a conclusion in October of this year, delivering comprehensive educational opportunities for dressage athletes of all levels across both coasts. Building on the success of the 2024 Pathway Program sessions, this year’s series featured expanded participation, new learning components, and deeper engagement with top professionals across all facets of the sport. This year, U.S. dressage athletes competing at all levels of the...

US Equestrian Announces Athletes Selected for 2026 USEF Dressage Training Series East and West Coast

by | 12/15/2025 10:00:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athletes selected to participate in the 2026 USEF Dressage Training Series. The East Coast clinic, presented by Zen Elite Equestrian Center, will be held at the Wellington International home of the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival in Wellington, Fla., from January 2-4, 2026. The West Coast clinic will take place at the HITS Del Mar Horsepark in Del Mar, Calif., from February 19-22, 2026. The Dressage Training Series is designed to...