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Competition Timetable Set for Equestrian Events at 2028 Los Angeles Paralympic Games

by FEI Press Release | 5/28/2026 12:18:00 PM

Lausanne, SUI. – With just over two years to go until the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympic Games (LA28), the Organizing Committee has unveiled the official competition timetable. Para Dressage, the equestrian discipline on the Paralympic programme, will take place from August 16-21, 2028 across six days of competition. The Timetable The timetable for the equestrian competitions at the LA28 Paralympic Games is available here . It has been carefully developed with the climatic conditions in mind...

US Equestrian Reminds Combined Driving Community of Upcoming June 1 Application Deadlines

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 5/26/2026 12:37:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian reminds eligible combined driving community that applications for three programs are due Sunday, June 1, 2026. The Developing Program Applications, FEI World Championships Applications of Intent for Four-in-Hand Horses and Single Horses, and Emerging Clinic Grant Applications are all due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 1 . Developing Program Applications Athletes committed to long-term goals in combined driving at the Preliminary level and above are encouraged to...

U.S. Para Dressage Team Secures Top of the Podium at TerraNova CPEDI3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/7/2026 2:20:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - The U.S. Para Dressage Team concluded competition this weekend at the TerraNova CPEDI3* with a victory and strong performances across all team combinations. The team, led by U.S. Para Dressage Team Leader Laureen Johnson, was composed of Rebecca Hart and Liberation, Kate Shoemaker and Ghandi, Roxanne Trunnell and Furstenson MR, and Marie Vonderheyden and Fan Tastico H. ©Jessica Buehler Photography “I was extremely pleased with how well all the athletes rode,”...

US Equestrian Announces U.S. Para Dressage Team for TerraNova CPEDI3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 4/1/2026 7:10:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the four athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at the TerraNova CPEDI3*. The CPEDI3* will take place April 1-4, 2026, at the TerraNova Equestrian Center in Myakka City, Fla. The following combinations are listed in alphabetical order: Rebecca Hart (Wellington, Fla.) and Liberation (Libertad FRH x White Rose), a 2016 Hanoverian gelding owned by Rowan O’Riley and cared for by Kjersten Elliot...

Bid Applications Open for 2027 USEF Combined Driving National Championships

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/30/2026 10:44:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce that bid applications are now open for the 2027 USEF Combined Driving National Championships. Organizers interested in hosting are invited to submit applications in accordance with the official criteria now available. ©US Equestrian The 2027 USEF Combined Driving National Championship criteria , developed by the Driving Sport Committee and approved by the USEF Executive Committee, outlines eligibility, class offerings, and...

U.S. Para Dressage Team Delivers Standout Performances at Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 9 CPEDI3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/9/2026 2:28:00 PM

Grades II, III, V, and VI athletes including U.S. Para Dressage Team members Fiona Howard (center) and Kate Shoemaker (fifth from right) (©Centre Line Media) Wellington, Fla. – The U.S. Para Dressage Team delivered an impressive weekend at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival CPEDI3*, highlighted by record-breaking performances, a personal best score, and multiple podium finishes from U.S. combinations. “Three world records from Fiona Howard and a personal best from Marie...

US Equestrian Announces Athletes Selected to U.S. Para Dressage Team for Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 9 CPEDI3*

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 3/5/2026 3:16:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team at the Adequan® Global Dressage Festival 9 CPEDI3* in Wellington, Fla., from March 5-8, 2026. The team will be led by U.S. Para Dressage Chef d’Equipe and Technical Advisor, Michel Assouline alongside Team Leader, Laureen Johnson. The following combinations have been selected to represent the U.S. Para Dressage Team and are listed in...

US Equestrian Announces Expansion of Partnership with LeMieux

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 2/24/2026 8:30:00 AM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the continued expansion of our partnership with LeMieux . Beginning in 2026, LeMieux will expand its role as an Official Supplier of the US Equestrian Teams to include the Official Saddle Pad Supplier of the U.S. Dressage, Eventing, Jumping, and Para Dressage Teams, and the Official Horse Blanket of the US Equestrian Teams. LeMieux will also maintain its role as the Official Horse Boots of US Equestrian and the Official Ear Bonnet of US...

US Equestrian Announces Continued Collaboration with Discover Dressage for 2026 National Events and Programming

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 2/18/2026 12:56:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce the renewal of our partnership with Discover Dressage . As part of this continuation, Discover Dressage will remain the Official Partner of USEF Youth Dressage Programming, Official Sponsor of U.S. Dressage Festival of Champions, and Official Sponsor of the USEF Dressage Grand Prix National Championship. New to 2026, Discover Dressage will expand its impact as a sponsor of the USEF Dressage Grand Prix Championship , which will now be hosted...

U.S. Para Dressage Team Finishes With Top Results in First CPEDI3* of 2026 Season

by US Equestrian Communications Dept. | 1/26/2026 11:42:00 AM

Wellington, Fla. – The U.S. Para Dressage Team delivered a strong and consistent performance at the 2026 Wellington CPEDI3*, hosted at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival (AGDF) in Wellington, Fla. With combinations competing across four grades, the weekend was highlighted by a personal best performance and creative freestyle rides to close out the competition. The team finished on a final total of 433.255, with scores trending above 70% throughout the weekend. The team was led by Chef...