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Tom Moore Statue Dedication; “Kentucky State Fair: A Century of Memories” to Air Twice

by By Reeves Kirtner | 8/11/2005 9:21:00 AM

A life-size statue of Tom Moore was dedicated on Wednesday, August 10, at 3 p.m. in front of Freedom Hall in Louisville. Tom Moore, a member of the World’s Championship Hall of Fame, trained and showed multiple World’s Grand Champions in all three divisions: five-gaited, three-gaited and fine harness. Commonly referred to as “The Tall Man,” Moore trained World’s Grand Champions CH Sultan’s Starina, CH Yorktown, CH Valley View Supreme, CH Bellisima and many more. The bronze tribute is by Douwe...

USEF Announces 2017 U.S. Saddle Seat Young Riders Teams Coaches

by USEF Communications Department | 10/17/2016 11:25:34 AM

Lexington, Ky. - The United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) is pleased announce the selection of the coaches for both of the 2017 U.S. Saddle Seat Young Riders Teams. The coaching team of Avery Bul, Scott Matton, and Michelle McVey Haisch will oversee the training of the Stars team. Devon Garone, Kristin Logan, and Christy Parker are tasked with coaching the Stripes team. The teams will compete separately at the 2017 U.S. Saddle Seat Invitational/Test Event on April 3-6 in Perry, Ga. Bul...

Jenny Karazissis and Felix Top USHJA National Hunter Derby, presented by Taylor Harris Insurance Services

by Blenheim EquiSports | 4/2/2016 1:42:31 PM

Jenny Karazissis and Felix (McCool Photography) San Juan Capistrano, Calif. - Friday's hunter classes at Blenheim EquiSports' Spring Classic II concluded with the $5,000 USHJA National Hunter Derby, presented by Taylor Harris Insurance Services . An idyllic blue sky was the backdrop for 21 entries as they competed over a flowing course on the grass in the Pacific Hunter Field. With a competitor list including top professionals such as Jenny Karazissis and talented young up-and-coming...

Saddlebred World’s Grand Champions Crowned at Kentucky State Fair

by By Matthew Williams | 8/31/2006 12:35:00 PM

Smith Lilly and his gifted mount, He’s The Man (CH Man On The Town X Perfect), were the judges’ unanimous winners of the Five-Gaited World’s Grand Championship in Louisville’s Freedom Hall on Saturday evening, August 26. Having won the Five-Gaited Gelding Stake earlier in the week, the pair wowed the audience from the moment they came into the arena, with the trademark Louisville roar growing with every pass down a straightaway. In his comments to the show ring announcer, Smith was appreciative...

Tickets Now on Sale for FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 in Mill Spring, North Carolina, USA on September 11-23, 2018

by Edited Press Release | 10/16/2017 3:52:00 PM

Mill Spring, N.C. - Tickets for the FEI World Equestrian Games™ Tryon 2018 (WEG) are now on sale. Set for September 11 through September 23 in the scenic Carolinas region of the United States, spectators can choose from a variety of ticket types to experience the world's largest equestrian championship. With all competitions happening on site at Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) in Mill Spring, N.C., attendees can come for the day, a week, or the entire Games. Tickets are...

Sophie Simpson Shines in Young Rider Individual Final aboard Why Not; Nicholas Hansen and Ritter Benno Take Young Rider Freestyle to Earn Three Gold Medals; Upchurch and Greystoke Take Gold in Junior Rider Individual Test; Area I Team Leads CH-J* while Area V/IX Team Holds CICY2*

by The Colorado Horse Park/USEF | 7/31/2016 12:45:55 PM

Parker, Colo. - The Adequan®/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) concluded the fourth day of competition at The Colorado Horse Park (CHP) showcasing show jumping, eventing, and dressage and featuring the USHJA North American Junior & Young Rider Show Jumping Championships Young Rider Individual Final, USDF North American Junior & Young Rider Junior Rider Individual Final and Young Rider Freestyle, while eventing took to the...

Mexico North Junior Team Captures Gold Medal in Junior Team Show Jumping Competition; Nicholas Hansen and Ritter Benno Take Gold in Young Rider Individual Test; Ontario Team Leads CH-J* Heading Into Cross-Country Phase

by The Colorado Horse Park/USEF | 7/30/2016 10:40:06 AM

Parker, Colo. - The Adequan®/FEI North American Junior & Young Rider Championships presented by Gotham North (NAJYRC) continued on at The Colorado Horse Park (CHP) welcoming the third day of championships for athletes competing in the show jumping, dressage, and eventing disciplines. The Mexico North Junior Team captured a significant feat in the USHJA North American Junior & Young Rider Show Jumping Championships Junior Team competition, as the winner's podium welcomed the only...

The 2016 Rolex Central Park Horse Show Seeking Riders for $50,000 Puissance Class

by Equestrian Sport Productions | 6/8/2016 10:06:21 PM

The 2015 Rolex Central Park Horse Show (MegBanks/ESP) New York, N.Y. - Want to jump to new heights in the Big Apple? The 2016 Rolex Central Park Horse Show, one of the most highly anticipated equestrian events of the year, is seeking interest from competitors for a potential $50,000 Puissance class to be hosted in the iconic Wollman Rink on Thursday, September 22. An additional $50,000 Rider Bonus will be offered to the combination who can break the international outdoor Puissance record. The...

Wuesthofen Wins USEF Saddle Seat Medal Final

by Kathleen Landwehr | 11/18/2013 11:25:57 AM

Jessica Wuesthofen, winner of the 2013 USEF Saddle Seat Medal Final, aboard CH EQ Chanti's Prayer (Howard Schatzberg) Kansas City, Mo. – A talented field of competitors entered the Kemper Arena on Saturday, November 16, in hopes of winning the USEF Saddle Seat Medal Final at the United Professional Horsemen's Association (UPHA) American Royal National Championship. The judging panel comprised of Kim Cowart (Statesville, N.C.), Sandra Currier (Bellville, Texas) and Cecile Hetzel Dunn...

Top Juniors Ready for 2013 US Junior Hunter National Championships

by USEF Communications Department | 7/19/2013 5:00:20 PM

Lexington, KY - The best junior riders from across the country prepare to compete for top honors in the 2013 US Junior Hunter National Championships. The championships will take place on both the east and west coasts with the riders separated into 15 & Under and 16-17 divisions, as well as Small Junior Hunter and Large Junior Hunter. The riders will compete in three phases: Classic Round, Under Saddle, and Handy Hunter. The Under Saddle phase counts for 20% of the rider's overall score...