Verified and Parker Peacock. ©Leslie Potter/US Equestrian Lexingon, Ky. – The first national champions emerged on the second day of competition at the 2025 Adequan ® /USEF Junior Hunter National Championship – East . All four of the sections for the 16-17 age group tackled a challenging test on Skip Bailey’s handy course in the Kentucky Horse Park’s Walnut Ring on Friday leading into the overall awards presentations. 3’6” Large Junior Hunter 16-17...

Lexington, Ky. - Following a successful first edition in early June, US Equestrian is releasing the dates and locations of future town hall events focusing on equine safety and welfare. These discussions are designed to facilitate conversation between the Federation and participants across breeds and sports as US Equestrian considers how it can better support the well-being of our equine partners. These town halls are open to all and will include USEF staff panelists, as well as affiliate...

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian congratulates the ten athletes who will receive grants to cover expenses for the 2025 Adequan ® /USEF Junior Hunter National Championship – East (JHNC). The grants are sponsored by Split Rock Jumping Tour (SRJT) and will cover all entry costs for one horse at this year’s championship, which will take place June 18-22, at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky. The following athletes will receive grants for the 2025 JHNC: Kayleigh Anderson...

Lexington, Ky. - The athlete application deadline for the 2025 FEI Driving World Championships for para, ponies, and pair horses, is Monday, June 30, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET. The 2025 FEI Driving World Championship for Pair Horses will be held in Beekbergen, Netherlands, August 20-24. The 2025 FEI Driving World Championships for Combined Ponies will be held from September 17-21, in Le Pin au Haras, France. The 2025 FEI Para Driving World Championship will be held September 3-7, in Lahden,...

Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian has announced a Presidential Modification to two rules dealing with horse/pony collapses at Hunter, Jumper, and Hunter/Jumper Competitions. These changes will go into effect July 1, 2025. The intent of the Presidential Modification is to ensure our equine partners receive appropriate care and are fit to compete before they return to the ring after an unexplained collapse. This modification will address our concerns about the impermissible administration of...

Adamstown, Md. - Thirty-four athlete-and-horse combinations from across six different Areas and Canada are set to compete this weekend in the 2025 USEF Eventing Young Rider Championships. The championships are being held Friday through Sunday, and are hosted by the Maryland International & Horse Trials at Loch Moy Farm. Photo from 2024 USEF Eventing Young Rider Championships ©Avery Wallace/US Equestrian The USEF Eventing Young Rider Championships is a prestigious annual competition...

Lexington, Ky . – In keeping with its ongoing commitment to equine welfare, US Equestrian advanced a number of rule changes and modifications at its mid-year meeting June 16 and 17 in Lexington, Ky. Directors heard updates on the organization’s strategic plan, the path to the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, as well as its vision of continual enhancements to the welfare and integrity of equine sport. General Rule Changes GR402.1 Testing : The Board approved changes to this rule...

Lexington, Ky. – Eight National Champion titles are on the line this week for junior riders in the hunter discipline. More than 400 entries are set to compete in the 2025 Adequan ® /USEF Junior Hunter National Championship – East (JHNC), which is being held at the Kentucky Horse Park and hosted by Split Rock Jumping Tour. Competitors at JHNC will complete three phases: classic round, under saddle, and handy hunter round. Each jumping phase counts for 40% of the total score and...

©US Equestrian Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce a renewed partnership with SmartPak, which will remain an Official Partner of US Equestrian and title sponsor of the 2025 SmartPak/USEF Horse of the Year Program. SmartPak is one of the nation’s leading retailers of horse care and equestrian products designed to support horse owners, athletes, and enthusiasts. Its online platform offers a comprehensive selection of brands tailored to support every individual equine...

©US Equestrian Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian is pleased to announce that American Regent Animal Health, makers of Adequan i.m.® (polysulfated glycosaminoglycan) will continue as title sponsor of the Adequan®/USEF Junior Hunter National Championships – East and West Coast. Adequan will also serve as the presenting sponsor of the USEF Junior Hunter National Championships – East and West Coast livestream on USEF Network, powered by ClipMyHorse.TV . Established in 2001,...