Shelburne, Vt. - The American Morgan Horse Association Young Adult Alliance (YAA), a group of 18-40 year old amateur and professionals working together to strengthen the Morgan breed, today shared details of its first Professional Development Project, a scholarship for amateur and professionals who are interested in attaining their United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) "R" Morgan judging card. This is an opportunity for young adults to educate themselves on the show ring and develop...

Brandie Holloway benefitted from daughter Hunter's use of her horse for the Gladstone Program with George Morris (Carrie Wirth) Parker, Colo. - Colorado Horse Park's Week IV of Summer in the Rockies got underway Sednesday and the Kathy and Brad Coors Family Grand Prix Arena was rocking with show jumping action. The show is a sell-out for the next few weeks, with large numbers of competitors choosing to enjoy the undeniably ideal Colorado weather and the wonderful amenities of the Colorado...

Columbia, S.C. - University of South Carolina hunt seat coach Carol Gwin has been named the head coach at SMU, it was announced late yesterday. Gwin takes over a Mustang program that went 5-10 last year. Gwin becomes SMU's third head coach in the last 12 months. "We are sad to see Carol go but we're excited for her with this new opportunity and certainly wish her all the best," South Carolina head coach Boo Major said. "The search for our new assistant hunt seat coach has already...

Lexington, Ky. - USA Equestrian Trust has awarded nearly $300,000 in grants to help fund more than a dozen projects by equine non-profits. Since the inception of the Trust’s grants program, the organization has awarded more than $1.8 million in grants. The projects funded as part of the grant application period ending in May were: AMERICAN MORGAN HORSE EDUCATIONAL CHARITABLE TRUST ($44,500) to develop an online home school module that teaches courses through horsemanship and to purchase...

Qualify for the Great American Insurance Group/USDF Breeders Championship Series Finals Horses may qualify in two ways: 1) Champion or Reserve Champion in appropriate Qualifier Championship class that is part of the same series **If the Champion and Reserve Champion are already qualified, the third place horse is eligible to attend . 2) Receive a score of 77% or higher in their Sport Horse Prospect or Breeding Stock Class. For questions regarding this other USDF Sport Horse Programs, contact...

Lexington, Ky. – A little over two months before the Opening Ceremonies take place at the 2014 Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North, planning is well underway. Entry in Principle has closed with a record number of teams scheduled to compete in the five disciplines of dressage, endurance, eventing, jumping, and reining, totaling nine The NAJYRC will host nine championships for Juniors and Younger Riders in 2014 (Sportfot) championships...

Alexandra du Celliee Muller (Kristin Lamberson) The Dressage Foundation is pleased to announce that Alexandra du Celliee Muller from Little Rock, AR, is the 2014 recipient of the $500 Trip Harting Grant. Alexandra plans to use the funds to continue her education in the United States Dressage Federation Instructor Certification Program. Alexandra has been a member of Pony Club since 1995 and received her Dressage A rating in 2012. Throughout her time in Pony Club, Alexandra has volunteered for...

Lexington, Ky. - The United States Equestrian Federation Board of Directors has voted unanimously to appoint Chris Welton as Chief Executive Officer effective June 1, 2014. Welton will replace John Long who announced his decision to retire from the position a year ago. Welton possesses a broad background in sport development and management and has acquired a deep understanding of and experience with the Olympic movement. After practicing law in Atlanta for six years, in 1991 Welton was named...

Adrienne Lyle and Wizard (SusanJStickle.com) Wellington, Fla. - Adrienne Lyle (USA) and Wizard capped off the first day of competition for the final week of the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) with a win in the FEI Grand Prix CDI 5* presented by Diamante Farms. The pair earned a personal best score for the grand prix with a 74.160%. Ashley Holzer (CAN) and Tiva Nana scored a blue ribbon finish earlier in the day, winning the FEI Grand Prix CDI 3* presented by Diamante Farms on a...

Lexington, Ky. - The United States is hosting the 2014 Saddle Seat World Cup competition during the Blue Ridge Classic Horse Show in Asheville, NC July 20-25. This is an excellent opportunity for you to volunteer your services, offer a horse for use in the competition, or make a donation to support this prestigious event. Volunteer Volunteering at the Saddle Seat World Cup is a great way for equestrian enthusiasts to get involved and find out what the program is all about. You can attend...