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Michael Murphy Claims Top Prize at The Ridge at Wellington's Turf Tour 1.30-1.35m Jumper Class

by Phelps Media Group | 2/12/2015 9:45:31 AM

Michael Murphy and Prem' Dollar Boy win the first 1.30-1.35m Jumpers (Shannon Bower/Phelps Media Group) Wellington, Fla. - The Ridge at Wellington's Turf Tour returned to the pristine polo fields of the International Polo Club (IPC) Palm Beach for another day of ideal weather, unparalleled footing and challenging competition. Michael Murphy, the leader of the first 1.30m-1.35m Jumper Class was spotted anxiously perched on the edge of his seat as the last horse of the day attempted Nick...

Boyd Martin and Trading Aces Rise to the Occasion After Dressage in the Wellington Eventing Showcase

by Carly Weilminster for Jennifer Wood Media, Inc. | 1/31/2015 9:44:27 AM

Boyd Martin and Trading Aces (SusanJStickle.com) Wellington, Fla. - Boyd Martin (USA) and Trading Aces bested the competition in the first phase of the Wellington Eventing Showcase presented by Asheville Regional Airport, which was held at The Stadium at Palm Beach International Equestrian Center. Martin and Trading Aces performed a lovely dressage test to the take the lead on a 24.80 as the second-to-last ride of the afternoon. Michael Pollard (USA) and Cyrano currently hold onto second place...

United States Equestrian Federation and The Dutta Corporation Continue Partnership

by USEF Communications Department | 1/8/2015 1:01:41 PM

Lexington, Ky. –The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and The Dutta Corporation will continue their partnership through 2018, as The Dutta Corp. will remain the Official Shipper for the U.S. Dressage and Eventing Teams, as well as: • Title sponsor of The Dutta Corp./USEF Grand Prix Dressage National Championship • Title sponsor of The Dutta Corp./USEF Intermediaire I Dressage National Championship • Title sponsor of the Tim Dutta Grand Prix Dressage Ranking List...

USEF Announces HITS Ocala, Florida to Host Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4*, U.S.’s Only North American Region Qualifier

by USEF and HITS Communications Departments | 12/1/2014 12:13:59 PM

Lexington, Ky. - The United States Equestrian Federation and HITS, Inc., home of the Triple Crown of Show Jumping, are pleased to announce that the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* will be held as part of the Ocala Winter Festival, February 10-15, 2015, the fifth week of the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit. On Friday, February 13th, eight teams will go head-to-head in the $200,000 Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ qualifier as North American nations will look to earn valuable points in...

USEF Announces HITS Ocala, Florida to Host Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4*, U.S.’s Only North American Region Qualifier

by USEF and HITS Communications Departments | 12/1/2014 11:00:07 AM

Lexington, Ky. - The United States Equestrian Federation and HITS, Inc., home of the Triple Crown of Show Jumping, are pleased to announce that the Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ CSIO4* will be held as part of the Ocala Winter Festival, February 10-15, 2015, the fifth week of the HITS Ocala Winter Circuit. On Friday, February 13th, eight teams will go head-to-head in the $200,000 Furusiyya FEI Nations Cup™ qualifier as North American nations will look to earn valuable points in...

UPHA American Royal National Championship to Host USEF Saddle Seat Medal Final

by USEF Communications Department | 11/12/2014 4:18:02 PM

Jessica Wuesthofen on CH EQ Chanti’s Prayer, winner of the 2013 USEF Saddle Seat Medal Final-Junior (Howard Schatzberg) Lexington, Ky. - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) Saddle Seat Medal Final presented by Elisabeth M. Goth will be held Saturday, November 15, 2014, as part of the United Professional Horsemen’s Association’s American Royal National Championship. The best saddle seat equitation riders from across the country have convened in Kansas City, Mo., and will...

2015 Dates and Location Announced for Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships Presented by Gotham North

by Mark Coley | 10/16/2014 3:50:00 PM

Lexington, Ky. - The Organizing Committee of the 2015 Adequan/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships (NAJYRC) presented by Gotham North is pleased to announce the dates and location of the 2015 Championships. Returning to the Kentucky Horse Park, the best Junior and Young Rider competitors from North America will compete for prestigious Team and Individual medals July 14-19, 2015. With unwavering support, Adequan will mark its fifth consecutive year as title sponsor of the...

Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals East Set to Host Rising Stars

by USEF Communications Department | 10/2/2014 12:03:42 PM

Gladstone, N.J. - A strong fields of 57 top junior and young riders have traveled to Gladstone, N.J., this week for the Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals East. Laura Kraut and Jimmy Torano will serve as judges and course designers for the four-phase competition held at the USET Foundation Headquarters, October 3-5. Competition officially gets underway Saturday morning with Phase I, Flatwork. Competitors will then return to the Dick and Jane Brown Arena later in the...

Top Drivers Hope to Secure National Titles at Kentucky Classic CDE

by Kathleen Landwehr | 10/1/2014 5:30:33 PM

Lexington, Ky. - The final USEF National Combined Driving Championships will be decided this weekend at the Kentucky Classic CDE. Held October 2-5, the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky., plays host to the USEF National Pairs Championship and the USEF National Combined Driving Pony Championships. Talented fields of drivers will vie for top honors in their respective championships in what will surely be an exciting competition. USEF National Pairs Championship Three strong competitors make up...

Strong Field Lines Up for 2014 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals West

by USEF Communications Department | 9/19/2014 4:16:18 PM

Lexington, Ky. - The 2014 Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals West kicks off this week at the prestigious Rancho Mission Viejo Riding Park in San Juan Capistrano, Calif. The prominent competition will once again showcase the top rising talent the West Coast has to offer. Ronnie Beard and DiAnn Langer will serve as judges and course designers for the four-phase competition, which will be held September 19-21. Competition officially gets underway on Saturday in the Indoor...