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Nicker Network To Launch November 10 with 26 Equestrian Channels

by By Jim Matison | 10/11/2007 11:49:00 AM

On November 10, NickerTV charges out of the gate with an initial offering of 26 different equestrian channels all dedicated to a variety of horse-oriented themes and subjects. Nicker Network will be the first Internet-based, on-demand multi-channel television network targeted to the horse world. Each channel will have its own selection of programs, with new ones being added to the rosters on a regular basis. Programs will be available for viewing at no cost, with additional options for viewers...

Panel: The Future of Equestrian: Leveraging Data & Technology

by US Equestrian Communications | 1/8/2020 8:48:00 PM

For this engaging conversation about data and technology in the equestrian world— available on demand at USEF Network — US Equestrian’s Chief Information Officer Justin Provost joined Nathan Rolfe , co-founder of the new Center for Equine Performance; Shelley Campf , owner of the OZ Incorporated training center in Oregon and co-owner of Team NW Equestrian Sports; and Eric Willemenot , founder of Move ’N See and inventor of the Pixio robotic video camera. Justin Provost...

Sitting Third Overall at LRK3DE, Martin and Tsetserleg Lead the Land Rover/USEF CCI5* Eventing National Championship Presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN After Dressage

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 4/26/2019 6:45:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – In front of a home crowd of over 11,600 spectators, Boyd Martin and Tsetserleg earned a 27.9 after their dressage test to launch them into first place in the Land Rover/USEF CCI5* Eventing National Championship presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN as the leading U.S. combination at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN (LRK3DE). Sitting third overall, Martin sits behind a duo of riders from Great Britain, Piggy French and Quarrycrest Echo in second...

NAJYRC Team Canada 'big and bold' on cross country course as competition heats up at Rebecca Farm

by The Event at Rebecca Farm | 7/23/2017 10:30:00 AM

KALISPELL, Mont. (July 22, 2016)-- Spirits were high today as family and friends gathered at the Adequan/FEI North American Junior and Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC), at The Event at Rebecca Farm, to celebrate a successful day of cross country for Team Canada's Young Rider team. Team Canada's combined score totaled 180.8 penalties, which was just enough to hold off second place team, Area 1/Area IV team at 182. April Simmons of Team Canada laughed,...

U.S. Show Jumping Team Begins Competition at Rio Olympic Games

by Classic Communications/USEF Communications Department | 8/14/2016 4:12:39 PM

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil – The show jumping competition, the third and final equestrian discipline at the 2016 Olympic Games, got underway at the Deodoro Olympic Equestrian Center, on Sunday, showcasing 75 athlete-and-horse combinations from 27 nations. In addition to serving as the first individual qualifier, Sunday’s results determined the starting order for the Team Competition. Kent Farrington produced a clear round for the U.S., while teammates Lucy Davis, McLain Ward, and Beezie...

Phillip Dutton and Boyd Martin Stand Fifth and Sixth after Cross-Country at Rio Olympic Games

by Classic Communications/USEF Communications Department | 8/8/2016 6:11:05 PM

Phillip Dutton and Mighty Nice (Shannon Brinkman Photo) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil - Cross-country, the heart of eventing competition, proved to be demanding for the 64 athlete-and-horse combinations who contested Pierre Michelet's technical course at the Olympic Equestrian Center at Deodoro on Monday. Only three entries finished double-clear, and only 26 crossed the finish without jumping penalties. U.S. veterans Phillip Dutton and Boyd Martin rode brilliantly and stand fifth and sixth,...

First USEF Dressage Observation & Strategic Planning Sessions Prove to be Successful Heading into 2014

by USEF Communications Department | 12/3/2013 12:55:55 PM

Catherine Haddad-Staller and Mane Stream Hotmail (SusanJStickle.com) Two of the six scheduled USEF Dressage Observation & Strategic Planning Sessions wrapped up last week in California. Lead by Robert Dover, USEF Chef d’Equipe/Technical Advisor, the sessions provided training and strategic guidance for athletes as they look toward international competition and the 2014 Alltech FEI World Equestrian Games. The first session took place at Mary Beth Hamorski and Jeff Salatiello’s...

2012 Washington International Horse Show Features World's Best Riders

by Jennifer Wood Media, Inc. | 10/18/2012 9:36:09 AM

Olympian Reed Kessler will be at WIHS! Washington, D.C . – The 2012 Washington International Horse Show (WIHS) is just around the corner on October 23-28, 2012. For one week each year, Verizon Center and the city of Washington, D.C. welcome some of the world’s best horses and riders to at one of the nation’s only remaining metropolitan indoor horse shows. Buy your tickets today to see all the exciting action!? WIHS features Olympians, national champions, and talented young...

Final Observation Event For U.S. Para Dressage Athletes Set to Begin in Tryon Ahead of Team Selection for 2022 FEI Para Dressage World Championships

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 6/16/2022 6:00:00 PM

Mill Spring, N.C. - Thirteen athlete-and-horse combinations are set to compete in the Perrigo CPEDI3* this weekend at Tryon Summer Dressage. The event serves as the final observation event ahead of team selection for the 2022 FEI Para Dressage World Championships, which will be held in Herning, Denmark, August 6-14. Among the competitors are all four athletes who represented the U.S. at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics where the team took home the bronze medal. Three of them will team up with their...

Adequan® Renews Sponsorship of Young Adult Brentina Cup and Junior Dressage Championships for 2021

by US Equestrian Communications Department | 5/18/2021 4:00:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – American Regent Animal Health, maker of Adequan® i.m. (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan), has renewed its title sponsorship of the Adequan® USEF Junior Dressage National Championship and the Adequan® USEF Young Adult Brentina Cup Dressage National Championship. These prestigious championships are part of the U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions , which will be held August 24-29, 2021, at HITS Chicago at Lamplight Equestrian Center and streamed live on USEF...