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Ice Cool: Jérôme Robiné and Black Ice Lead Blenheim Palace CCI4*-L after Dressage

By Edited Press Release on Sep 20, 2024 6:06 pm -

Jérôme Robiné and Black Ice. Photo by Libby Law Photography.

Jérôme Robiné, a member of the German Army, has made an assured start to his first visit to the Blenheim Palace International Horse Trials in Oxfordshire and leads the CCI4*-L at the end of the dressage phase.

Jérôme, 26, scored 22.8 after an excellent performance with his 14-year-old Irish Sport Horse, Black Ice, a horse he has been riding for four years. They were the only combination from the field of 78 to earn an 80% score from the ground jury of Andrew Bennie (NZL, president), Les Smith and Nikki Herbert.

“My horse is really on top of this level at the moment,” said Jérôme. “I am based at Warendorf [the German state riding school] and have access to great trainers, which makes a real difference.”

Jérôme, who made his debut with the German team at the 2023 European Championships, where he finished seventh individually on Black Ice, has been assessing David Evans’s beautifully presented cross-country track. “It’s a very nice course,” he commented. “Very British, very big, as we expect. It should be a good course for my horse ‘Benny’, but it will be a tough day and I will need to be focussed as there are some good questions out there and a tricky combination near the end. It would be amazing if I am still in the lead, but we shall see!”

Scores are certainly tight at the top. Britain’s Gemma Stevens, who is renowned for her fast, accurate cross-country riding, is only 0.2 penalties in arrears of Jerome, on Christopher and Lisa Stone’s chestnut mare Jalapeno lll, a daughter of the 2015 Badminton winner Chilli Morning.

New Zealanders remain to the fore at Blenheim: Jesse Campbell is in third place on Diachello with the good score of 23.3 and his compatriot Tim Price, the first-day leader, is now fourth on Happy Boy.

Georgie Goss, who now competes for Ireland, heads the prestigious CCI4*-S for the eight and nine-year-old star horses of the future. She scored 27.7 on Kojak, a black Dutch-bred gelding owned by Molly Fisher, Lucy Fleming and Samantha Wilson.

New Zealand Olympian Clarke Johnstone, riding Rocket Man, is in second place on 29.4 and is the only other competitor out of the field of 95 to earn a mark of below 30 from the ground jury Judy Hancock (president) and New Zealand para judge Mura Love.

In an international line-up, Sweden’s Sofia Sjoborg is third on Govalent, New Zealander Samantha Lissington is fourth on Quantas R, Dutch rider Andrew Heffernan is fifth on SSK Cape Cooley and Piggy March, who won this class in 2022 on the CCI4*-L entrant Halo, is best of the home riders in sixth on Dassett Arthalent.

For the U.S., Phillip Dutton and Denim are the top-placed, hitting the board in seventh overnight on a score of 25.9. Katherine Coleman and Monbeg Senna are also in the top 20, sitting 19th overnight on a score of 29.1.

The CCI4*-L action starts at 11.30am when Britain’s Max Warburton riding Fenizio will be first out on the cross-country course. The CCI4*-S show jumping phase starts at 7:45 am BST / 2:45 am EST.

Blenheim Palace International H.T. (UK): [Website] [Entries] [Schedule] [Timing & Scoring] [H&C+ Live Stream]

London International Horse Show Announces New Dressage Masterclass with Ros Canter

By Edited Press Release on Sep 19, 2024 9:30 am -

Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo. Photo by Peter Nixon.

Organisers of London International Horse Show are proud to unveil the latest instalment of its acclaimed LeMieux Masterclass Series, the “Flawless Flying Changes Masterclass” taking place on Wednesday 18 December in the New Horizon Plastics London Arena. The Masterclass will feature Paris 2024 Olympic Games team gold medallist and individual FEI Eventing World Champion, Rosalind Canter, and will be presented by British Olympic Dressage rider and World Championship silver medallist Richard Davison.

The hour-long Masterclass promises to be an invaluable learning experience for equestrians of all levels, offering insights into the art of flying changes – a fundamental skill across multiple equestrian disciplines. Davison will be joined by Canter, who most recently won the CCI5* competition at the prestigious Defender Burghley Horse Trials, along with two additional elite riders from the realms of both Show Jumping and Dressage – whose names are soon to be revealed. Together, Davison and the esteemed trio will offer a unique, multidisciplinary perspective on mastering flying changes, from simple changes to advanced tempi movements.

Davison is a familiar face at London International Horse Show, having competed at the Show for over 20 years, a tenure during which he has also represented Great Britain at numerous Championships. Davison’s expertise and deep understanding of Dressage makes him the perfect guide for this Masterclass.

Davison commented: “I am thrilled to be back at London International to present this new Masterclass. Flying changes are absolutely vital in all areas of equestrian sport, and we are going to break them down in a practical and beneficial way for every rider in the audience. Working alongside Ros and two other experts will, I hope, make this a truly dynamic and educational experience.”

The ‘Flawless Flying Changes Masterclass’ aims to provide riders with a comprehensive understanding of how to perform immaculate flying changes – from straightforward single changes to the more challenging one-time tempi movements. The session will not only showcase the skills of world-class riders but will also offer clear demonstrations and step-by-step explanations designed to elevate riders’ flatwork and dressage capabilities.

Simon Brooks-Ward, Show Director, said: “The LeMieux Masterclass Series offers an exceptional platform for world-renowned riders to share their expertise with a passionate and eager audience. Richard Davison’s Masterclass is set to be a highlight of this year’s show. We are also incredibly honoured to welcome Ros Canter, who has achieved extraordinary success this year, alongside two other remarkable riders who will be announced soon.”

Whether an aspiring equestrian looking to refine flying changes or an experienced veteran aiming to perfect their performance, the ‘Flawless Flying Changes Masterclass’ is an unmissable opportunity to learn from some of the very best in equestrian sport.

The “Flawless Flying Changes Masterclass” takes place in the New Horizon Plastics London Arena on Wednesday 18 December at 13:15. To purchase your tickets to the London International Horse Show 2024, please click here.

USEA Names Athletes For Winter 2024-2025 EA21 National Camp

By Edited Press Release on Sep 18, 2024 9:30 am -

Caitlin O’Roark jumps at the East Coast I regional EA21 clinic. USEA/Lindsay Berreth photo

The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is proud to announce the selected Young Rider athletes for the Emerging Athletes U21 Program (EA21) national camp, now that the EA21 regional clinics have concluded. Twelve riders were accepted into each of the five regional EA21 clinics taught by USEA Eventing Coaches Program (ECP) coaches, and now riders have been selected from the regional clinics to participate in the EA21 national camp this winter. The national camp will take place Dec. 31, 2024–Jan. 4, 2025 in Ocala, Florida.

The five EA21 regional clinics that took place were: East Coast I at Morven Park International Equestrian Center (Leesburg, Virginia), coached by Shannon Lilley; East Coast II at Stable View Farm (Aiken, South Carolina), coached by Emily Beshear; Central at Longview Horse Park (Kansas City, Missouri), coached by Rebecca Braitling; West Coast I at Aspen Farms (Yelm, Washington), coached by Rebecca Brown; and West Coast II at Twin Rivers Ranch (Paso Robles, California), also coached by Rebecca Brown.

The USEA’s EA21 Task Force has approved 12 USEA EA21 Young Riders for the program’s third year of the EA21 national camp. Each of these Young Rider athletes were selected to participate in one of the five regional EA21 clinics, and have now been selected to attend the national camp with EA21 Director of Coaching, David O’Connor. O’Connor believes that 12 athletes is the ideal number to offer specialized attention to all athletes at the national camp. The athletes invited to attend the national camp are listed below, in alphabetical order:

Kayley Batt (Twin Rivers West I Clinic)
Shruti Bona (Aspen West II Clinic)
Emeline Gilbert (Morven Park East I Clinic
Megan Hopkins (Longview Central Clinic)
Tate Northrop (Stable View East II Clinic)
Caitlin O’Roark (Morven Park East I Clinic)
Harper Padgett (Aspen West II Clinic)
Eliza Quigley (Morven Park East I Clinic)
Caterina Ritson (Aspen West II Clinic)
Willow Schwartz (Longview Central Clinic)
Devon Tresan (Stable View East II Clinic)
Elsa Warble (Twin Rivers West I Clinic)

The EA21 Task Force put together a wait list for this year’s national camp in the case an athlete must withdraw. The Selection Task Force felt that the below athletes were prepared for the national camp level, and if an athlete from the national camp withdraws, then their spot will be filled with the first ranked athlete from the waitlist from the same respective clinic or coast, as noted:

If any athlete who attended the Morven Park East I Clinic scratches, the alternate will be:

Lizzie Hoff (Morven Park East I Clinic)

If any athlete who attended the Stable View East II Clinic scratches, the alternate will be:

Audrey Littlefield (Stable View East II Clinic)

If any athlete who attended the Longview Horse Park Central Clinic scratches, the alternate will be:

Sierra Thomas (Longview Central Clinic)

If any athlete who attended the Twin Rivers or Aspen Farms West I or II Clinics scratches, the alternates will be pulled in the following order:

Julia Beauchamp Crandon (Twin Rivers West I Clinic)
Kendal Smith (Aspen West II Clinic)

The USEA would like to thank the five venues for hosting the inaugural EA21 regional clinics (Morven Park, Stable View, Longview Horse Park, Twin Rivers Ranch, Aspen Farms) and for their wonderful hospitality.

For questions regarding the Emerging Athlete U21 Program (EA21), please email Kate Lokey at [email protected]. For questions regarding the selection procedures, please contact the EA21 Task Force Chairs.

About the USEA Emerging Athlete U21 Program (EA21)

The purpose of the USEA Emerging Athletes U21 Program (EA21) is to identify and provide consistent quality instruction to the next generation of elite event riders. The aim is to create a pipeline for potential team riders by identifying and developing young talent, improving horsemanship and riding skills, and training and improving skills and consistency.

The USEA Emerging Athletes U21 Program was launched in 2022 with a model of five summertime regional clinics taught by selected USEA Eventing Coaches Program (ECP) coaches, leading to a winter national camp consisting of selected Young Riders from the regional clinics. Athletes who are 21 years or younger, are current members of their USEA Young Rider Area program, and are established at the Training Level or higher, are eligible to apply for the EA21 program. Click here to learn more about the USEA EA21 Program.

The USEA would like to thank ARMA, Bates Saddles, Kerrits, PulseVet, Ride iQ, Schneiders Saddlery, Sidelines Magazine, and WeRideTogether for sponsoring the USEA Emerging Athletes U21 Program.

STRIDER Announces Expanded Media Partnership with Eventing Nation

By Edited Press Release on Sep 13, 2024 1:00 pm -

Boyd Martin and Commando 3. Photo by Sally Spickard.

STRIDER, the leading market provider for equestrian bookings & digital payments, is excited to announce an expanded media partnership with Eventing Nation (EN), the top online publication for the sport of Eventing.

EN will now serve as STRIDER’s preferred partner for media promotion across the sport of eventing, ensuring that riders around the world are informed about premier equestrian opportunities. As part of this partnership, EN will offer special rates on their EN Media Services to all StriderGold members. This service is a proven way for organizers & venues to achieve focused publicity in front of Eventing Nation’s impressive readership of over 1.7 million users per year.

“We recognized an opportunity to offer affordable media promotion services to venues, allowing show management teams to concentrate on running their competitions,” said Sally Spickard, Editor of Eventing Nation. “The StriderPro Platform is highly popular with our readership. We’re thrilled to be able to offer our media reach success to venues of all sizes that use Strider.”

The StriderPro platform from STRIDER, equipped with its proprietary StriderPay payment processing service, is the leading platform in North America to accept digital entries and payments from riders. The platform is used by venues nationwide, across all equestrian disciplines, from grassroots schooling up to USEF sanctioned competitions.

“We are thrilled about our media partnership with Eventing Nation. Venues leveraging STRIDER for digital entries now will have preferred access to Eventing Nation’s media packages, enabling them to quickly boost their show’s visibility and entries. This collaboration frees up show management to focus on creating a phenomenal experience for riders and sponsors, driving the growth of the sport,” says Tara Swersie, CEO of STRIDER.

In addition to the media services offered in the chosen EN package, venues that use the StriderPro platform, in conjunction with EN’s Media Services, will also receive automatic cross promotion on Eventing Nation’s “What’s Happening” page. This page is a popular resource for thousands of riders each month who are seeking competitive and educational opportunities in show jumping, dressage, eventing, and other equine disciplines.

Interested parties can inquire by emailing [email protected].

About STRIDER
STRIDER is the leading market provider in equestrian sport for digital entries and payments, supporting over 1.2M equestrians annually with its suite of innovative software solutions. STRIDER’s award winning digital tools for equestrian sport include StriderPay for payment processing developed in collaboration with PayPal, and StriderGold for equestrian organizers, and the StriderPlus digital waiver solution. For information about STRIDER, please visit www.striderpro.com.

About Eventing Nation
Eventing Nation is the premier online publication for the sport of eventing. With a dedicated team of writers and contributors, they provide the latest news, results, and insights into the world of international Eventing. Eventing Nation is committed to promoting and growing the sport of eventing through their informative and engaging content.

Tik Maynard to Give Keynote Address at 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

By Edited Press Release on Sep 13, 2024 9:30 am -

Tik Maynard and SKM Lux Sonata. USEA/Lindsay Berreth photo

The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is thrilled to announce that eventer and horseman Tik Maynard will give the keynote address at the 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, held Dec. 12-15 in Seattle, Washington.

Maynard, who’s native to Canada, has ridden to the four-star level, most recently on his own, Sinead Maynard, and the A.C.E. Syndicate’s SKM Lux Sonata, a 12-year-old Irish Sport Horse gelding (Lux Z x Garrendruig Sally).

Based in Ocala, Florida, with his wife, five-star eventer Sinead Maynard and two children, Tik is as passionate about training horses as he is competing.

This year he made history at the Road To The Horse competition in Lexington, Kentucky, where he became one of only two English riders to win. Known as the “World Championships of colt starting,” the competition pairs trainers with unstarted horses and gives them just a few days to back them and demonstrate what they’ve accomplished. Tik came in first in all three of the individual rounds to clinch the win.

Tik was able to bring home his horse, Tom Cat, and he’s hoping to continue both their educations through ground work and other kinds of western riding.

He plans to speak at the Convention on his experience at Road To The Horse and what lessons he’ll take forward from it with his own horses, his competition career, and in life in general.

“It was a highly-charged, emotionally-taxing event to do where I made a connection with a horse in three days,” he said. “Because of the circumstances, it felt like one of the most interesting, intense, profound, important connections I’ve ever made with a horse in my life. I feel like there are a lot of things I’m still processing and thinking about from that weekend, and there are a lot of lessons I hope I’m going to be able to take forward into other stuff. I really look forward to sharing them with other people, and I’m curious if they’re going to find them interesting or relatable and if they’re going to be able to take them into some of their lives with horses as well.”

Tik was inspired by last year’s Convention speaker Temple Grandin and is honored to follow in her footsteps.

“Temple Grandin is one of my big heroes,” he said. “It’s an honor and a pleasant surprise to be invited after her because I have a lot of respect for her. Sinead will be coming with me. She’s one of my heroes in eventing as well as my wife. She’s always followed who’s been the keynote speaker at the USEA Convention, and it’s really nice to be able to share that with her.”

For more information on the 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention, please visit useventing.com/convention. If you have any questions about the Annual Meeting & Convention, please contact Jennifer Hardwick, Senior Director of Membership Services and Meeting Planning, at [email protected].

About the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention

The USEA Annual Meeting & Convention takes place each December and brings together a large group of dedicated USEA members and supporters to discuss, learn, and enjoy being surrounded by other eventing enthusiasts. The USEA organizes multiple seminars in addition to committee meetings, open forums, and tons of fun! The 2024 USEA Annual Meeting & Convention will take place in Seattle, Washington, on Dec. 12—15. Click here to learn more about the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention.

The USEA would like to thank the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention Sponsors: Adequan, ARMA, Bates Saddles, D.G. Stackhouse & Ellis, Horse & Country, Kerrits, Nunn Finer, Nutrena, Parker Equine Insurance, PulseVet Shock Wave, Rebecca Farm, RevitaVet, Ride iQ, Schneiders Saddlery, SmartPak, Standlee, and World Equestrian Brands.

Carolina International Welcomes Derek di Grazia as Incoming Course Designer

By Edited Press Release on Sep 9, 2024 9:30 am -

Carolina Horse Park is thrilled to announce that Derek di Grazia, one of the most highly respected and accomplished course designers in the world of eventing, will serve as the course designer for the 2025 Setters’ Run Farm Carolina International CCI and Horse Trial, March 13-16, 2025.

With a career spanning decades, Derek has been instrumental in designing challenging and beautifully crafted courses at some of the most prestigious events in the world, including the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, Defender Burghley, and the Tokyo Olympic Games. Known for his deep understanding of horse and rider dynamics, his courses are celebrated for their technical precision, creativity, and ability to test the best in the sport while prioritizing safety and horsemanship.

As a former top-level rider and now an elite designer, Derek brings a unique perspective that perfectly balances athleticism, strategy, and the spirit of eventing. His involvement in the 2025 Carolina International promises an exciting and memorable experience for all competitors and spectators.

We are honored to welcome Derek di Grazia to the Carolina Horse Park, and we look forward to the incredible course he will bring to life at the 2025 Carolina International CCI and Horse Trial.

US Equestrian Announces Defender U.S. Eventing Team for FEI Eventing Nations Cup™ Netherlands CCIO4*-NC-L

By Edited Press Release on Sep 5, 2024 4:52 pm -

US Equestrian is pleased to announce the combinations who will represent the United States at the final FEI Eventing Nations Cup of the year hosted at the Military Boekelo in Enschede, Netherlands from October 9-13, 2024.

The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello and Team Leader Gemma Stobbs. Participating combinations will receive financial support from the Dutta Corporation for horse travel with additional support funded by the USET Foundation Jacqueline B. Mars International Training and Competition Grants.

The following combinations have been selected to represent the Defender U.S. Eventing Team and are listed in alphabetical order.

Hallie Coon (Ocala, Fla.) and Cute Girl, a 2014 Holsteiner mare (Coventry x Clearway) owned by Hallie and Helen Coon and cared for by Helen Elston

Mary Bess Davis (Mansfield, Ga.) and Imperio Magic, a 2014 Anglo European Sport Horse gelding (Cassander C x Banboula du Thot) owned by Mary Bess Davis and cared for by Courtney Lucas

Phillip Dutton (West Grove, Pa.) and Possante, a 2013 KWPN gelding (Namelus R x Otangelo) owned by The Possante Group and cared for by Hannah Black

Cassie Sanger (Wilmington, Del.) and Redfield Fyre, a 2013 KWPN gelding (Canabis Z x Guidam) owned by Cassie Sanger and cared for by Meigs Rutherford

The following combinations have been selected as alternates and are listed in alphabetical order.

Jennifer Caras (Cartersville, Ga.) and Sommersby, a 2012 Mecklenberg gelding (Sergeant Pepper x D’Olympic) owned by Jennifer Caras and Jerry Hollis and cared for by Max Corcoran

Olivia Dutton (West Grove, Pa.) and Sea of Clouds, a 2011 Thoroughbred gelding (Malibu Moon XX x Jolie’s Halo) owned by Sea of Clouds Partnership and cared for by Hannah Black

Alexa Gartenberg (Gladwyne, Pa.) and Cooley Kildaire, a 2013 Irish Sport Horse gelding (Fortunus x Clover Echo) owned by Alexa Gartenberg and cared for by Amelia Williams

Dan Kreitl (Muncie, Ind.) and Carmango, a 2013 Westphalian gelding (Chirivell x Templer GL xx) owned by Kay Dixon and cared for by Julie Miller

Lauren Nicholson (The Plains, Va.) and I’ll Have Another, a 2013 Latvian Warmblood gelding (Gaultjers x Kavaalero) owned by Brandye Randermann and cared for by Sally Robertson

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Golden Entries Feature on Cornbury House Horse Trials Roster

By Edited Press Release on Sep 3, 2024 12:00 pm -

Tom McEwen and CHF Cooliser. Photo by Tilly Berendt.

All four members of Britain’s gold medal-winning team at the Paris Olympics – Laura Collett, Tom McEwen, Ros Canter and “alternate” rider Yasmin Ingham – are entered for Cornbury House Horse Trials (September 11-15), alongside multiple Olympians from other nations.

With some of the sport of eventing’s most famous names – equine and human – set to compete at the highly popular Oxfordshire event, the stage is set for a truly golden celebration of equestrian sport.

Cornbury House Horse Trials was founded by David Howden and his family in 2020, and immediately became one of the highlights of the eventing season for riders, owners, grooms, sponsors and spectators. For the second year running, Cornbury hosts the British Eventing Young Horse Championships, as well as Youth Championship classes for under-21 riders, supported by The Howden Way, and international classes at CCI3*-S and CCI2*-S level. There are also hotly contested national classes – the Open Intermediate alone boasts two CCI5* winners in 2023 Defender Burghley hero Ballaghmor Class (Oliver Townend) and Falco, winner of the Pau CCI5* and sixth individually at the Paris Olympics with New Zealand’s Tim Price.

David Howden said: “We are thrilled and flattered by both the exceptional quality and amount of entries – nearly 1,100 of them – that we have received for Cornbury 2024. It’s particularly pleasing that the numbers for the Young Horse Championships and the Youth classes have grown again, as well as those for the supporting classes.

“Cornbury House Horse Trials has always aimed to be the best event for horses, riders and owners, and we are tireless in our efforts to improve on all fronts. The site and the ground conditions are looking fantastic. Following consultation after last year’s event, it was recommended that we ran fewer horses to ensure that we could preserve the all-important footing for horses over all four days of competition. As a consequence, we agreed to run one section less per day on the Thursday and Friday of this year’s event.

“In accepting our entries, we have tried to allow as many people are able to compete at Cornbury House Horse Trials as possible while preserving the best conditions for horses that we can – it is so important to us that we enable the stars of the sport and the best up-and-coming horses and riders with what they need to be able to perform at their optimum.

“As well as our Olympic gold medallists, I am delighted that all four members of the British team that took gold at the recent Young Riders European Championships in Poland – including individual gold and bronze medal winners Jasmine Underwood and Isabelle Cook – are coming to Cornbury. Nurturing and rewarding our rising stars is so important to us.”

“I can’t wait to show everyone what we have in store for them at Cornbury House 2024 – see you all there!”

In keeping with David Howden’s determination to reward riders and owners for their efforts and achievements, Cornbury House Horse Trials offers unprecedented levels of prize-money, including the much-coveted £2,500 Leading Rider Award. Since its inception in 2022, this has been won by two local Cotswolds riders – Tom McEwen and Laura Collett, who now have two Olympic team gold medals, an individual silver (Tom, Tokyo 2021) and an individual bronze (Laura, Paris 2024).

Laura said: “My owners and I love Cornbury – it is so special and we feel so well looked-after and valued there. It has got better and better each year and I wouldn’t miss it for the world. I will be trying very hard to win back the Leading Rider Award this time!”

As well as a feast of equestrian sport, featuring many of the world’s most famous riders, Cornbury Horse Horse Trials is an innovative and exciting blend of local, sustainable food and drink from our neighbouring farms, premium hospitality, and interactive children’s activities in the stunning setting of Cornbury Park. There’s no doubt that Cornbury House Horse Trials promises a fantastic day out for families, as well as riders, owners, guests and spectators.

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of one of the most anticipated equestrian events in the area. Book your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable day at Cornbury House Horse Trials.

All the cross-country action from Cornbury House Horse Trials will be shown live on Horse & Country TV.

Applications Now Open for the 2024 Strides for Equality Equestrians Ever So Sweet Camp

By Edited Press Release on Aug 30, 2024 9:30 am -

Photo courtesy of Strides for Equality Equestrians.

Strides for Equality Equestrians and Overlook Equestrian are pleased to announce the creation of a new experience for Equestrians of Color: a horsemanship camp that is open to all ages!

Strides for Equality’s inaugural Ever So Sweet Camp provides a fully-funded weekend opportunity for Equestrians of Color of any age to experience a weekend of training with an upper-level professional rider. Participants will take mounted and unmounted lessons with Sara Kozumplik at Overlook Farm in Virginia.

SEE Ever So Sweet Camp 2024 will begin on the evening of Thursday, October 17 and conclude on the evening of Sunday, October 20. Housing for riders and stalls for horses will be provided. There is a limited number of horses available to use for the weekend if needed. Please indicate whether you will be bringing a horse to ride or need one provided. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

October 17-20, 2024 at Overlook Farm in Berryville, Virginia

For Ever So Sweet scholarship recipient Helen Casteel and Unapproachable at the 2019 American Eventing Championships. Photo by Shannon Brinkman.

Thursday Night : Welcome Party

Meet former Ever So Sweet Scholarship Recipients and the Overlook Crew

Friday: Dressage lessons in the morning and Horsemanship lessons in the afternoon

Saturday: Show jumping lessons in the morning and then LIVESTREAM of the Cross Country at the Maryland 5* with commentary by Sara Kozumplik

Sunday: Cross country in the morning, afternoon horsemanship lessons and then a farewell (or see you soon) party to wrap up the weekend.

Applicants must…

Either be a minimum of 16 years old or be accompanied by a guardian.
Be based in the United States.
Be available for ALL camp activities beginning on the afternoon of Thursday, October 17 and ending on the evening of Sunday, October 20
Either have their own horse and ability to transport it to Berryville, VA or be willing to ride an Overlook Farm horse for the duration of camp.
Be dedicated to pursuing a dream in equine sports.
Be willing to track travel expenses for reimbursement.
Be willing to share their experience as part of the camp in blogs, social & print media.
Be invested in increasing access to equestrian sports for underrepresented groups.

Housing for riders and stalls for participants’ horses provided. There is a limited number of horses available to use for the weekend if needed. Please indicate whether you will be bringing a horse to ride or need one provided. Travel expenses will be reimbursed.

This is an incredible opportunity to join a growing community of Equestrians of Color and their allies for a unique weekend of learning and fun.

Please apply at https://www.stridesforequality.org/eversosweet by September 15.

For more information about Strides for Equality Equestrians please visit our website at https://www.stridesforequality.org , our Social Media (FB, IG) pages Strides for Equality Equestrians and SEE Ever So Sweet Scholarship

We at SEE would like to thank the United States Eventing Foundation and United States Eventing Association for their continued support of the work we are doing to expand diversity, inclusivity and access to horse sports for underrepresented people.

Horse & Country Announces Extensive New Partnership with Cornbury House Horse Trials

By Edited Press Release on Aug 29, 2024 12:00 pm -

Piggy March and the ex-racehorse Our Old Fella. Photo courtesy of Cornbury Horse Trials.

Horse & Country (H&C) today announced details of an extensive and exclusive partnership with Cornbury House Horse Trials (Cornbury) in the UK. The new arrangement will see H&C live streaming cross country coverage from every class at this year’s event. In addition to the sports action, H&C and Cornbury are also collaborating in the production of a series of short films focused on young horses and riders, reflecting Cornbury’s founder and President, David Howden’s commitment to encouraging and promoting young talent through The Howden Way.

Cornbury takes place this year from 11th – 15th September at the Howdens’ home in Oxfordshire in stunning parkland, set against the backdrop of the ancient Wychwood Forest. Cross Country runs from the 12th onwards and members of H&C’s streaming service, H&C+, will be able to watch all the action from every class as follows:

Thursday September 12:

FEI CCI3*-S
Intermediate and Open Intermediate

Friday September 13:

FEI CCI2*-S
Intermediate

Saturday September 14:

British Eventing Young Horse 6yo Championships
British Eventing Young Horse 7yo Championships
British Eventing Young Horse 5yo Championships

Sunday September 15:

Pony Trial
The Howden Way U21 Championship
The Howden Way U18 Championship

In addition to the sports coverage, H&C and Cornbury are collaborating to produce a series of short films, titled Cornbury Creates Champions, to be released prior to the event. Each episode will focus on a horse and rider combination and tell the story of their route to the British Eventing Young Horse Championships, a vital stepping stone to the World Young Horse Championships in Le Lion D’Angers in October.

The series will be available as individual episodes on H&C’s, Cornbury’s, and The Howden Way’s websites and social platforms. All four will also be edited together into a full-length television programme which will run on the Horse & Country channel which can be viewed for free in the UK on both Samsung TV Plus and LG Channels. The featured combinations are:

Dani Evans – Ottentik Nobility (7-year-old)
Finn Healy – Greannanstown Monbeg Joe (6-year-old)
Mike Jackson – Oscar (5-year-old, and 4-year-old Dubarry Burghley Young Event Horse Champion in 2023)
Izzy Taylor – Barrington Alice (7-year-old)

Commenting for H&C, Director of Content Jonathan Rippon said, “I am delighted to announce this partnership with such a prestigious event. The combination of four days of Eventing coverage alongside a fascinating insight into the development of the young horse in Cornbury Creates Champions, shows that Horse & Country is more than living up to its position as the Home of Eventing.”

For Cornbury, Event Director Richard Clapham commented, “We are delighted to be working with Horse & Country to broadcast Cornbury House Horse Trials 2024 and to be continuing to showcase the event, and in particular the exciting young horses which will be competing in the highly prestigious British Eventing Young Horse Championships.”

To watch all H&C’s Cornbury coverage, make sure you are signed up to H&C+. Annual membership is only £74.99 as a one-off payment, or there’s an option to pay in 12 monthly instalments of £7.99. And non-members who wish to watch Cornbury can choose H&C’s Pay Per View option and buy a pass for the event for just £17.99. Viewers can also save 15% off on an annual H&C+ membership by using code EVENTINGNATION15 at checkout.

Members can watch online or with H&C’s mobile apps, as well as on Roku, Apple TV, Android TV, and Amazon Fire. Both H&C+ members and Pay Per View pass holders can watch all the action on-demand straight after the event. Full details on how to join or purchase your pass can be found at www.horseandcountry.tv,

Meet the Thoroughbred Makeover Class of 2024

By Edited Press Release on Aug 28, 2024 9:30 am -

Photo courtesy of Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover.

The 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America, is less than two months away, and final entry is complete! View the full class at TheRRP.org/entries, and read on to take a deep dive into the trends and statistics we’ve learned from getting to know this class of recently-retired racehorses.

The Retired Racehorse Project (RRP) is uniquely positioned as the only organization in aftercare that works across all facets of the industry, including both accredited and unaccredited adoption organizations, listing agents, and for-profit trainers and resellers. The data we capture annually through the Thoroughbred Makeover offers a closer look at how horses are moving into second careers and may provide the most comprehensive picture of the state of Thoroughbred aftercare available. While data only comes from the 447 horses who were registered for this year’s competition, it still provides valuable insight into the Thoroughbred aftercare industry.

Out of the 447 horses registered, 353 made final entry. We consider every horse registered a Makeover graduate, so let’s take a closer look at that class of 447 registrants!

Sales & Acquisition

The Thoroughbred Makeover gives us a great annual cross-section of the industry and magnifies how retiring racehorses are finding their routes into their next careers. One of our key metrics of success is the value of horses retiring from racing: as this figure increased, we hope more connections will realize that their horses have value in retiring sound and that a second career is as worthy of celebration as the first.

The value of horses retiring from racing has been generally on the rise since we started tracking this data in 2015: this year, prices are holding steady at $3,067 spent on average by trainers to acquire their Makeover hopefuls. This includes direct purchase as well as adoption. Of note, 109 horses, representing 24% of the registered class, were acquired in what we consider a non-cash transaction, representing a nominal fee or non-cash fee to memorialize the transfer of ownership.

On average, the elapsed time from last start or timed work to acquisition for the Thoroughbred Makeover is 115 days. This period of time varies depending on the route horses took from the track to their Makeover homes:

Aftercare facility: 150 days (about the same as 152 days in 2023)
Direct from racing connections: 95 days (up slightly from 84 days in 2023)
Resellers – defined as any owner between racing connections and Makeover trainer – 129 days (down considerably from 175 days in 2023)
These statistics do not include horses in the Former Broodmare division, whose time elapsed from last start or timed work may have been years.

How Horses Are Acquired

Similar to previous years, about 50% of our Makeover horses are acquired directly from their racing connections, either through a listing agent, organization or service, or through personal contacts and networks. Resellers, which we define as any owner between the track and the Makeover trainer, represent another quarter of the population. Non-profit aftercare facilities provided another 83 horses or 19% of the total registered class, and 31 horses are still owned by their racing connections.

Last Track

Taking a look at the last track where horses raced or worked provides some insight into where horses are ending their careers, where connections are making the decision to retire a horse, and where established track and retirement programs may be assisting connections in the transition. Here are the top ten last tracks with total number of retiring Makeover-registered horses:

Penn National: 23
Laurel Park: 22
Charles Town and Parx Racing: 21
Finger Lakes: 19
Gulfstream Park, Horseshoe Indianapolis, Mountaineer Casino Racetrack & Resort, and Turfway Park: 17
Delaware Park: 15

Racing (& Breeding) Careers

The average racing career for a Makeover registrant remains similar to recent years, with the average earnings trending somewhat higher. This statistic may indicate that horses are retiring from higher levels of racing, before they drop down the levels and run longer careers, increasing their chances of incurring injury that may limit their second career prospects. Note that 31 horses, or 7% of the registered class, only ever made a timed work and did not race.

The majority of Makeover registrants made less than 20 starts, with over a third of the total class making less than 10 starts. This data suggests that connections are choosing to retire horses when it’s evident that the horse has little talent or desire to keep running, rather than dropping levels to continue a career.

Warhorses

While our number of warhorses (defined as those who make 50 or more starts) may be declining somewhat in recent years – we have 24 registered this year, down from 28 in 2023 and 36 in 2022 – we nonetheless enjoy celebrating the long careers of these campaigners! Here are our top ten warhorses with the most starts:

King’s House: 119
Algorix: 95
Areyoutalkingtome: 94
Long Station: 92
C C’s Warrior: 89
Flowers For Lisa: 88
Over Ez: 75
Calculated Thinkin, Check Six and Legal Gump: 70

Stakes Horses

Our annual contingent of former stakes horses reminds us that every racehorse needs an aftercare plan, and that the athleticism of the top caliber of Thoroughbreds easily transfers to new sports. Here are the stakes horses whose names you might already recognize – come see them in person in their new roles at the 2024 Makeover!

Broodmares

The Former Broodmare Division first ran as a pilot program in 2023, and is now a regular offering at the Thoroughbred Makeover to give recently-retired broodmares exiting the breeding industry the same opportunity to spotlight their trainability and athleticism as the retiring racehorses. This year’s broodmare class consists of 20 broodmares whose most recent reported cover or live foal was no earlier than the 2022 breeding season; the average age is 10 with the youngest mare age 5 and the oldest 17. The 2024 broodmare class collectively produced 53 reported live foals, with an average of three foals produced per mare.

Breeding & Sales

While the Thoroughbreds at the Makeover were first bred to race, the decisions made by breeders today are in some way shaping the future of the breed in sport tomorrow. Here’s a closer look at how breeding industry trends become OTTB trends.

States Bred

Kentucky continues to lead the way with the most horses, having bred 41% of the Makeover class of 2024, but other influential states such as New York, Maryland and Florida are well-represented too.

Sires Represented

While these stallions are of course influential on the development of the Thoroughbred as a racehorse, they’re also influential on the equestrian industry and how the OTTB is perceived as a sport horse: Makeover participants select their hopefuls based on their trainability and athleticism. These stallions represented by multiple Makeover entrants pass those qualities on to their offspring and create a fan base for that sire in the equestrian industry.

Paynter and Honor Code: 6
Curlin and Candy Ride (ARG): 5
Cairo Prince, Frosted, Madefromlucky, Mineshaft, Munnings, Overanalyze, Uncle Mo, Race Day, Shackleford, Speightstown, Tapit, Warrior’s Reward: 4

The leading industry sires are well-represented as well: here are the top sires as of early August and their Makeover-registered offspring.

Into Mischief: Whiskey Mischief
Mineshaft: Delawana Princess, Enzos World, Fox Red, Real Grace
Gun Runner: Carmie’s Army
Quality Road: Egoli
Justify: Just So, Illustrated
Goldencents: Brook Is Golden, Digital Soldier, Golden Dollar
Constitution: Ranting, War Room
Uncle Mo: Bye Bye Melvin, Tio Gato, Trending, Ultimate Value
Curlin: Ajaaweed, Cordmaker, Higginson, Intimidation, Plamen
Practical Joke: Joker Boy

Siblings

There are no full siblings competing this year, but we do have four pairs of half siblings registered. These broodmares should be very proud!

Betty’s Chance: Winston’s Chance (2013) and Honest Chance (2019)
Discreet Lady: Alphalfa (2016) and Social Sidekick (2020)
DJ Trip: What A Beaut (2016) and Bryton’s DJ (2018)
Free Strike: Justa Scoch (2014) and Grace N Favor (2017)

Sales History

Out of the class of 2024, 43% of the total horses registered went through a bloodstock sale at least once – that’s 191 individual horses, for a total of 278 sale entries. Keeneland commanded 95 of those sale entries, representing over $7 million in total sales with an average price of $74,330; Fasig Tipton was close behind with 83 sale entries, $5.9 million in total sales and an average price of $71,297.

Demographics

There is no such thing as a typical Makeover horse, as indicated by the statistics above: horses from every aspect of the racing industry will be represented. We’ll see graded stakes winners and those who never made a start; horses who commanded seven-figure bids at the bloodstock sales to those who raced for their breeders at a regional track. There will be warhorses and horses who retired after just one start, and everything in between.

That said, let’s look at the average demographics of the Makeover class of 2024!

Take a look at the full entry list here. The 2024 Thoroughbred Makeover and National Symposium, presented by Thoroughbred Charities of America happens October 9-12 at the Kentucky Horse Park!

Caroline Powell and Greenacres Special Cavalier Take Defender Blair Castle CCI4*-S Title

By Edited Press Release on Aug 24, 2024 8:00 pm -

Caroline Powell and Greenacres Special Cavalier. Photo by Hannah Cole Photography.

After Saturday morning’s showjumping, the top three places in the CCI4*S at Defender Blair Castle International Horse Trials were occupied by four 5*-winning riders as Piggy March (GBR) joined overnight leaders Olympic Gold medal teammates Ros Canter (GBR) with her own and Alex Moody’s Izilot DHI and Tom McEwen (GBR) and Mrs Alison Swinburn, John and Chloe Perry’s Brookfield Quality. Along with current Badminton title-holders, Caroline Powell and the Chris Mann-owned Greenacres Special Cavalier, Piggy slotted into joint third place on Mrs Alison Swinburn and John & Chloe Perry’s Brookfield Future News.

Ros Canter and Izilot DHI. Photo by Hannah Cole Photography.

With the cross country time not achieved by anyone, Caroline and her 2024 Badminton-winning, Burghley-bound mare, Greenacres Special Cavalier snatched the honours with a finishing score of 41. World and European Team Gold Medallist Piggy March and Brookfield Future News rose to 2nd place overall, finishing on a score of 41.4 after a clear cross country round in a time of 7.26. Finishing in 3rd was current world number two Ros Canter and Izilot DHI who heads back to Lincolnshire ready for their local 5* at Burghley next and Ros also repeated last years’ 4th place result with MHS Seventeen owned by Lady Milnes Coates and Mrs Deirdre Johnston.

Of her win Caroline said ‘What great timing huh? I’ve been coming to Blair for about 30 years now so to be here for the final one is quite sad. Finishing all the individual phases and realising that those are your last ones is quite something. It has just been the most amazing event. It’s grown arms and legs and hairy bits and the team have done the most amazing job of building it into what it is today.

Piggy March and Brookfield Future News. Photo by Hannah Cole Photography.

Blair has always produced cross-country riders courses and your good jumping horses that do well here usually go on to do really well at the big events like Burghley and Badminton, fingers crossed Cav doesn’t buck that trend in two weeks time.”

It was all change at the top of the leaderboard following a somewhat soggy spin around the cross country for our CCI2*L competitors first thing Saturday morning. Adding nothing to their first phase score of 27.6, Wills Oakden (GBR) and Mr Daniel Ockenden & Mrs Stephanie Oakden’s Mile Beach head the charge. Matthew Heath (GBR) and Sugar Rush TH owned by the rider and Mrs Clare Davis, AND Emily Lawson (GBR) and Mrs Julie Lawson’s Faerlie Similar sit in equal 3rd a mere 0.4 points behind the leaders.

An eventful second phase for the CCI-S 2*P riders meant not a single clear round was banked meaning all change for the leading riders heading into tomorrow’s cross country.

Piggy March and Cooley Goodwood. Photo by Hannah Cole Photography.

Chloe Chan (GBR) and her own Blennerville Rua had just a single pole down in the show jumping adding the least penalties to their dressage score to sit in the lead on 34.2 overnight. Less than 2 points behind them are Florence Baron (GBR) and her own Muckrim Evan on 36, with first-phase leaders Florence Drewitt (GBR) and Mrs Helen Drewitt’s Battlestown Delight on 36.1 just 0.1 points behind in 3rd.

Piggy March (GBR) and Mrs Susie Wood’s Cooley Goodwood cruised around the cross country adding just 1.2 time penalties to their dressage score of 27.9 to sit in the lead in the CCI3* L going into the final day. Piggy also occupies second place on the Andrew Nicholson owned Filipo who flew round for an immaculate clear inside the time to climb from 4th overnight. Adding just 0.8 time faults to remain in 3rd are Nadja Minder (SUI) and her own Top Job’s Jalisco with Jalisco’s stablemate Jezebelle GS sitting just behind in 4th place.

Competitors in the CCI4*L headed out on cross country Saturday afternoon and with the time seemingly impossible to make, it was all change at the top when the fastest round of the day went to Wills Oakden and Geoff and Elspeth Adam’s Keep It Cooley. Posting 10.8 time faults to take their two-phase score to 45.6, Wills sits just in front of world number one Tom McEwen and Mr Fred and Mrs Penny Barker’s MHS Brown Jack who stopped the clock at 10.43. Daisy Berkeley retains her overnight third place with Diese Du Figuier after a clear cross-country round in a time of 10.42.

Wills Oakden and Keep It Cooley. Photo by Hannah Cole Photography.

An eventful showjumping wrote the second phase story for the CCI1* competitors as Max Warburton and Monbeg Condor rose to the top of section E after completing one of only 8 clear rounds in a section of over 90 competitors. Best of the CCI 1* F, Daisy Cross (GBR) and her own DHI Nielson, jumped a clear round to rise to the top of the leaderboard going into the cross country Sunday.

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Olympic Gold Medallists Lead Last Ever 4* Classes at the Defender Blair Castle International Horse Trials

By Edited Press Release on Aug 23, 2024 5:45 pm -

Ros Canter and Izilot DHI. Hannah Cole photo.

The final dressage test at the final ever Defender Blair Castle International Horse Trials is done and dusted and the very last competitor to head down the centreline was none other than Olympic Gold medallist and world number two Ros Canter (GBR) with her Pau 2023 winning ride, Alex Moody’s and her own Izilot DHI.

Ros Canter and Izilot DHI. Hannah Cole photo.

Usurping her Paris teammate and current world number one Tom McEwen (GBR), Ros and ‘Isaac’ performed a sensational test to take the lead in the CCI4*S and head into tomorrow’s jumping on a score of 23.9. Tom and Mrs Alison Swinburn and John and Chloe Perry’s Brookfield Quality sit in second on a score of 25.4 with Caroline Powell of New Zealand and her two rides Nicholas and Fiona Lambert’s Legally Grey and Chris Mann’s Greenacres Special Cavalier in 3rd and 4th place respectively.

Tom McEwen and Brookfield Quality. Hannah Cole photo.

Piggy March (GBR) holds the lead in the hotly contested CCI3*L with Mrs Susie Wood’s striking grey Cooley Goodwood. Breathing down their necks on a score of 29.1 are New Zealand’s Dan Jocelyn and the Atomic Syndicate’s 8-year-old gelding Greannanstown Atomic with Switzerland’s Nadja Minder and Top Job’s Jalisco sitting in third on 29.6.

Piggy March and Cooley Goodwood. Hannah Cole photo.

The CCI2*-L is also led by Ros Canter, this time partnering Mrs Kate Willis, Mrs Mel Pritchard’s Armscote Explorer, hot on their heels is Alex Hua Tian (CHN) with the Chilli Morning Clone, Chilli Morning III who go into the cross country on a score of 26.1. Last night’s overnight leader, Hazel Towers (GBR) with her own Torpex lie in third on 26.6.

Ros Canter and Armscote Explorer. Hannah Cole photo.

Leading the CCI1*-S Section E, Emma Lawton and her own Ross Skylark bagged a score of 29.6 and with a score of 29.8, Annie Broad (NZL) with Dr Linda McSwiggan’s Chieftain of the White Legs retain their overnight lead in CCI 1*-S Section F.

Pony power was on full display in the main arena this afternoon as the CCI-S P2* got underway. Leading the charge is Florence Drewitt on Mrs Helen Drewitt’s Battleston Delight who sit at the top of the leader board on a score of 27.7.

Florence Drewitt and Battlestown Delight. Hannah Cole photo.

With both design and build befitting of Blair Castle’s eventing swan song, the cross-country courses are strung, the lines have been walked and walked again, the jumps are dressed and we are ready for the riders’ final fling around the Blair Castle turf.

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Paris Olympics Medalist Laura Collett Joins Grassroots to Glory Masterclass at London International Horse Show

By Edited Press Release on Aug 22, 2024 9:30 am -

Photo courtesy of London International Horse Show.

Paris Olympics Team Eventing Gold Medal winner and Individual Eventing Bronze Medal winner, Laura Collett MBE, will join equestrian influencer, Megan Elphick in the return of the Grassroots to Glory masterclass at London International Horse Show led by British Equestrian’s Eventing Performance Manager, Richard Waygood MBE. Part of the LeMieux Masterclass Series, this very popular event will take place on Friday 20 December in The New Horizon Plastics London Arena.

The 45-minute session promises to be a highlight of the Show and has proved very popular in the past. It will offer a comprehensive exploration of the path to competitive success, tailored to inspire and educate riders of all levels, from aspiring amateurs to seasoned competitors.

Spectators can expect an engaging and informative experience, featuring demonstrations of advanced techniques as well as practical, step-by-step exercises that can be implemented at home. Drawing from his extensive career, Richard Waygood will guide the audience through the essential stages of building a successful competition partnership. From establishing strong fundamentals to refining techniques and making pivotal advancements in competition, Waygood will share invaluable insights and personal tips throughout the class.

Aside from serving as the British Equestrian Federation’s Technical Director and Eventing Performance Manager, Richard’s accomplishments include competing at prestigious competitions including the Badminton and Burghley Horse Trials, a distinguished tenure as Riding Master of the Household Cavalry Mounted Regiment, as well as being awarded an MBE for his services to equestrianism in 2009.

Laura Collett and London 52. Photo by Tilly Berendt.

Speaking about the upcoming masterclass, Waygood remarked, “I’m delighted about the return of the Grassroots to Glory masterclass at London International Horse Show this year. Last year’s session with Laura and Megan was a fantastic blend of fun, innovation, and valuable learning for our audience. With the excitement of British Eventing’s recent success at the Paris Olympics, I’m eager to share new insights and experiences that will make this year’s masterclass even more impactful.”

Laura Collett, a familiar face at London International, returns to the Show fresh from her remarkable achievements at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, where she secured both team gold and individual bronze with her outstanding partner, London 52. In addition to her Olympic triumphs, Laura has enjoyed a stellar season which included victory in the CCI4* at Burnham Market. As the current World No.7 in international eventing, her participation in this masterclass presents a rare and invaluable opportunity for the Show’s audience to learn from one of the sport’s most elite riders.

Megan Elphick, known for inspiring thousands through her online chronicles of the grassroots journey, will bring her unique perspective and relatability to the masterclass. Her participation will see her demonstrating the foundational elements of horse education alongside Richard and Laura, bringing practical knowledge to life for the audience.

Simon Brooks-Ward, Show Director, said, “We are delighted to welcome back Richard, Laura, and Megan to the Show this year. This is a very popular masterclass and its inclusion in the LeMieux Masterclass Series presents our audience with a great opportunity to access world-class knowledge and insight.”

The Grassroots to Glory Masterclass takes place on Friday 20 December at 13:35 in The New Horizons Plastics Arena. More information about London International Horse Show, the full LeMieux Masterclass series, and how to buy tickets can be found here.

Scone Palace Announced as Replacement Venue for Scotland’s Blair Castle Fixture

By Edited Press Release on Aug 21, 2024 12:00 pm -

An aerial view of the Scone Palace estate in Perthshire.

Scone Palace is proud to announce, in partnership with British Eventing, that it will host a new CCI4*-L horse trials event from August 2025 – the Scone Palace International Horse Trials.

Earlier this year it was confirmed that the 35th annual Blair Castle International Horse Trials, starting today, would be the final such event at the venue. Since that decision was announced, Scone Palace has engaged with the sport to bring a new major event to Perthshire, Scotland, and continue the incredible legacy created by 35 years of horse sport at Blair.

The first Scone Palace International Horse Trials will be held next August in the historic and picturesque parklands of Scone Palace and the adjacent Perth Racecourse, offering a unique and enhanced setting for this new world-class event. The establishment of this equestrian competition at this iconic location reinforces Perthshire’s status as a premier destination for international sporting events and ensures the continuation of top-tier eventing in the region.

“We are absolutely delighted that Scone Palace and Perth Racecourse will establish and host the Scone Palace International Horse Trials,” says Brian Stevenson, CEO of Scone Estates. “We are thrilled to bring a new and major event to Perthshire, highlighting the region as a premium destination for large-scale international events. The team and I look forward to working with British Eventing to deliver another world-class event.”

“Perth Racecourse and the Parkland at Scone Palace are a fantastic setting for this new international event,” continues William, Viscount Stormont of Scone Palace. “The Parkland has a long history of hosting eventing competitions, and we know that many Scottish equestrians have fond memories of eventing here. We are delighted to build on the legacy of Blair Castle and bring a new event to new generations for decades to come. Equally, we are pleased to introduce the facilities at Perth Racecourse to a new international event and to deploy the team to produce a best-in-class eventing surface. We must also acknowledge the Troughton family and everyone at Blair Castle for delivering 35 years of world-class eventing, and we wish them all the best for the final horse trials at Blair Castle.”

The Scone Palace International Horse Trials is anticipated to draw equestrian enthusiasts and competitors from around the world, further cementing Scone Palace’s reputation as a venue for exceptional international events. The partnership with Perth Racecourse will offer enhanced facilities and an unparalleled setting, ensuring the event’s continued success and growth in its new home.

“We are delighted to be taking on the honour of running the new Scone Palace International Horse Trials at the Parkland at Scone Palace and Perth Racecourse,”says Matthew Taylor, Director of Racing at Perth Racecourse. “The team at Blair Atholl has done a wonderful job over the past 35 years of hosting such a coveted event in the equestrian calendar. We cannot wait for the opportunity to begin our own new chapter and deliver what we are confident will be Scotland’s leading equestrian event. The grounds teams between both the Scone Palace team and Perth Racecourse team have a vast amount of experience and machinery to provide a world class surface for next August.”

Scone Palace will also be the new home for the Scottish Grassroots Championship with further additional national and international classes being incorporated within the championships. Both British Eventing and Scone Palace are actively working on the schedule and further details will be released when available.

“We are thrilled to announce that Scone Palace will establish a new and exciting fixture within the British Eventing calendar. We couldn’t have hoped for a better venue. The BE team and the team at Scone will be working tirelessly over the coming months to ensure everything is ready for next year’s event. It’s fitting that the final event at Blair will be a celebration of its many years of success. We now look forward to Scone carrying on this proud tradition,” says Rosie Williams, CEO of British Eventing.

To learn more about Scone Palace International, visit their website here.

Morven Park International & Fall Horse Trials Announces the MARS American Bred Talent Trophy

By Edited Press Release on Aug 21, 2024 9:30 am -

Mia Farley and David O’Connor’s Thoroughbred, Phelps, at Morven Park in 2022. Photo by Erin Gilmore Photography.

The 2024 Morven Park International & Fall Horse Trials is thrilled to be offering a new award at this year’s world-class competition. Celebrating the dedication and passion of American breeders and the country’s high-performance talent pipeline, the MARS American Bred Talent Trophy will be awarded to the American-bred horse that places highest in the 4* level at the Morven Park International & Fall Horse Trials, October 10–13.

“We are very excited to be debuting this award during our 2024 event this season,” said Morven Park Executive Director/CEO Stacey Metcalfe. “Ms. Mars has been a strong supporter of high-performance eventing in the United States for many years. Offering this new award will help celebrate the incredible breeders that make our sport possible and recognize the talented horses from the United States that are a part of this event.”

The trophy will be awarded to the highest-placed American-bred horse at the 4*-L level. If there are no horses qualified in the 4*-L division, the trophy will be awarded to the highest-placed American-bred horse at the 4*-S level. In addition to the trophy, the winner will receive a $10,000 prize, with $5,000 awarded to reserve.

Horses bred and born in the United States are eligible for the award, with no breed registry limitations. Qualified horses will be determined by the information provided on their FEI database profile/FEI passport.

Entries for the 2024 Morven Park International & Fall Horse Trials open on August 26, so start making your plans to continue the legacy at this year’s event! As one of only six venues in the United States to host a CCI4*-L competition, Morven Park invites spectators to enjoy the exciting, multi-phase discipline of eventing at all levels. Make sure to reserve your tailgate space or purchase your VIP Tent Pass to elevate your experience. Click here for more information and plan your weekend in the country today!

Defender Blair Castle International Attracts Paris Olympic Gold Medalists for Final Run

By Edited Press Release on Aug 20, 2024 12:30 pm -

Photo courtesy of Blair Castle International Horse Trials.

In just under one week, the much-anticipated, last-ever Defender Blair Castle International Horse Trials will be opening its gates to welcome the world’s very best event riders to the beautiful Blair Atholl Estate in the Scottish Highlands for the very last time.

Entries for the final ever FEI Defender Blair Castle International Horse Trials are looking to top 400 horse and rider combinations.

Competitors, who come from 14 nations, include FEI World Number One and double Olympic Gold Medal winner Tom McEwen (GBR) and his Paris Olympic Gold Medal Winning teammate, World Number Two Ros Canter (GBR), senior team medallists and five-star winners Piggy March (GBR), Caroline Powell (NZL), Paris Olympic Team Bronze medallist Ryuzo Kitajima (JPN) and not forgetting Scotland’s very own multiple-medallist Ian Stark – also a past Blair cross-country designer – who has three Badminton wins to his name and the unequalled record of being the only rider to finish first and second at the 5* event the same year.

A further 300 combinations will run in the Inverness Paving Scottish Grassroots Championships and British Eventing national classes.

With a history stretching back almost 50 years and now in its 35th year of international competition, the departure of Blair Castle is set to leave a huge hole in the Eventing Calendar. There are few more glorious places to be in the summer than the Scottish Highlands, and Blair Castle has to be one of the most beautiful locations north of the border.

Add to the mix world-class equestrian sport, delicious food & drink, a fabulous shopping village and this year being its final fling, and the last ever Defender Blair Castle International Horse Trials is one not to be missed.

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Bubby Upton Celebrates a Wonderful One-Two at Hartpury’s NAF Five Star Magic CCI4*S

By Edited Press Release on Aug 11, 2024 10:03 am -

Bubby Upton and Cola III. Photo courtesy of Hartpury International.

Bubby Upton and the incredible Cola III won the NAF Five Star Magic CCI4*S on Saturday, improving on their fourth place in the same class last year. It has been an outstanding few days for Bubby who has returned following a serious back injury in 2023. She also finished in second place with Its Cooley Time, improving on their second place finish in the CCI3*L at the same venue twelve months ago.

Bubby and Cola III stormed around Eric Winter’s challenging cross country course and were one of only three riders to finish inside the time. The pair had led after the dressage and remained out in front after an immaculate round of showjumping.

She also put in a quick round with Its Cooley Time adding just 0.8 pens to her two phase score of 29.8. Tom Jackson jumped clear across country inside the time, rounding out the top three with Ask For Manchier on a score of 31.5.

A delighted Bubby said: “You can’t really ask for more, both horses were fantastic from start to finish. Cola III is a horse that I owe everything to, not just for everything he has done in my life but particularly during the last ten months. Its Cooley Time is an exciting young horse and to finish 2nd in such a huge international class is beyond exciting for the future.

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“I am very precious about my horses, so I wouldn’t have been able to let the handbrake off across country if it wasn’t for the work the team have done on the ground here. I come to Hartpury every year because of that. The effort they put in is extremely appreciated.”

The NAF Five Star Magic CCI4*S has earned a strong reputation for attracting high profile combinations over the years, and has often proved to be good preparation for autumn internationals and future five-star runs.

Outside of the British riders, Germany’s Felix Etzel added just 2.4 pens to his dressage score of 29.5 to finish in fourth place. Japan’s Toshiyuki Tanaka and Ryuzo Kitijima returned from their bronze medal winning efforts at the Paris Olympic Games to finish in the top ten with Jefferson JRA (6th) and Feroza Niuewmoed (9th).

Fence 5ab – a double of Hartpury Sport Planks, fence 14ab – the corners at the Metazone and fence 17c – a table heading out of the NAF Magic Pool, caused the majority of penalties for those that had problems.

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35 combinations opened their account in the British Open Championship on Saturday morning, with a glittering field performing their dressage test in front of judges Adrian Buzzard and Agy Mossakowska.

This year’s Bramham CCI4*S winner Kitty King and Vendredi Biats returned to the venue where the striking grey enjoyed international success as an eight-year-old. They pulled out all the stops to lead with 20.4 and also jumped an immaculate round of show jumping to remain out in front heading to cross country on Sunday.

Tim Price and Vitali also showed their class and experience scoring 20.5, and Emily King and Valmy Biats continue their outstanding season scoring 20.6. Both combinations also added nothing to their dressage penalty score around Paul Connor’s showjumping track.

Oliver Townend’s Rolex Kentucky CCI5*L winner received an appreciative round of applause from the crowd in the Hartpury Arena and also show jumped clear to remain on their dressage score of 23.0 that has them in fourth place.

The cross country for the British Open competitors will take place from midday on Sunday.

NAF Metazone CCI2*L

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The day began with the NAF Five Star Metazone CCI2*L and Eric Winter’s cross country course providing a fair test for the respective level. The majority of problems came at fence 11ab, two offset corners presenting a challenge that resulted in penalties for a number of competitors. Gemma Stevens has a busy weekend ahead, but Cooley Couture skipped around the Gloucestershire countryside to retain their dressage lead of 27.2. They remain in poll position heading into the final day. Willa Newton had a frustrating day having been in second and third place after dressage on her two rides. However, Watermill Cruise had two run outs at fence 11b before opting to retire. Willa’s other ride Kingsman had problems at fence 12, the NAF Magic Pool, and was also pulled up having incurred two run outs.

Jasmine Holmes and Arent I Lucky capitalised on a clean cross country round that moved them up the leaderboard into second place. Tom Jackson also moved up the leaderboard. He heads into Sunday’s final horse inspection and show jumping in third place with Anne and Iain Slater’s Leamore After Hours.

Austin O’Connor is one of a number of Olympians competing on UK soil for the first time since the Paris Games, and he is the only non-British rider inside the current top ten (4th place with Diamond Mistress).

NAF Superflex CCI3*L

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Roberto Scalisi and DHI Rock Cavalier hold a tight lead in the NAF Superflex CCI3*L after adding 1.2 time pens across country. They stay marginally ahead of Fred Powell and Grafiba on 30.1, with just 0.3 pens separating the top two heading into the final day.

New Zealand’s Jesse Campbell also stormed around the cross country inside the time and sits in third place on a score of 30.9.

The CCI3* track caused less penalties than the CCI2* and CCI4* with any problems scattered across the course.

The action continues on Sunday with the conclusion of the NAF Five Star Metazone CCI2*L and NAF Five Star Superflex CCI3*L, as well as the show jumping and cross country phases of the British Eventing National Championships.

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GMHA Announces Donation Matching for ‘Bridge to the Future’ Land Acquisition Project

By Edited Press Release on Aug 8, 2024 10:00 am -

Photo courtesy of GMHA Festival of Eventing.

The Green Mountain Horse Association (GMHA) in Woodstock, VT is delighted to announce that The Manton Foundation, a long-time supporter of GMHA, has generously offered to match all donations to the GMHA Land Acquisition up to $500,000.00.

The hayfield and open land beyond have been used by GMHA with permission from its owners for many years for cross country courses, driving marathons, and trail access. After nearly a year of discussions, the owner has offered to sell us 35 acres, including the hayfield and open land beyond. The acreage also includes about 17 acres of woods on the hillside on the opposite side of Kedron Brook.

A map detailing the land GHMA is working to acquire.

Besides preserving GMHA, the planned land acquisition will help us protect the property from flooding. As you recall, in 2023, four floods between July and December impacted GMHA.

Photo via GMHA on Facebook.

One of the ways to protect GMHA would be to control the amount of water coming onto the property from Kedron Brook. GMHA believes this could be done by flooding (temporarily) the hayfield adjacent to GMHA to the south in the event of a major flash flood event, then allowing the water to disperse over the following days.

This would protect not only GMHA’s property but also our downstream neighbors in South Woodstock and beyond. The board has retained engineers who are working on a definitive plan to look into this idea and GMHA has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the State of Vermont to advance the work and apply for permits.

GMHA’s current fundraising meter.

Projected Benefits of GMHA’s Land Acquisition Project:

* It will increase the footprint of GMHA by over 60% and add potentially buildable land on the hillside out of the flood plain.

* It will protect forever the open lands GMHA have already been using and which their programs have come to rely on.

* It will grant access to the hayfield which will help protect the rest of the property from future flood events.

* And if GMHA doesn’t buy it, someone else will, threatening many of their existing programs

The Manton Foundation has offered to generously match every dollar, up to $500,000.00, donated for the land acquisition. $1 Million is due by October 2024, and every gift helps GMHA reach this goal!

For more information, please contact Bruce Perry or call 802.457.1509. You can also view more information on donating here.

British Eventing Support Trust Announced as Official Charity for Cornbury House Horse Trials 2024

By Edited Press Release on Aug 6, 2024 1:30 pm -

Piggy March and the ex-racehorse Our Old Fella. Photo courtesy of Cornbury Horse Trials.

The British Eventing Support Trust is delighted to announce its selection as the official charity partner for the prestigious Cornbury Horse Trials, taking place from 11th to 15th September 2024. The event, set in the spectacular Cornbury Park near the town of Charlbury in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds, promises an exciting lineup of equestrian competitions and activities.

Cornbury Horse Trials hosts international classes at CCI3*-S and CCI2*-S level, British Eventing intermediate and open intermediate classes, as well as the Howden Way Youth Championships CCI3*-S and CCI2*-S classes. With such diverse competition on offer, the partnership with the BE Support Trust aims to not only elevate the profile of the charity among riders of all levels, but also to raise funds for its vital work supporting the physical and mental health of British Eventing riding members.

Jane Hunter-Walsh, general manager of the British Eventing Support Trust, expressed her enthusiasm for the partnership:

“We’re thrilled to have been chosen as the official charity partner for this year’s Cornbury Horse Trials. It’s a super event that’s always so well attended by competitors and spectators which means it will be the perfect place to spread the word about our work. We’re busy planning great fundraising events so keep a close eye on our social media for more info.”

David Howden, Founder and President of Cornbury House Horse Trials added: “As a passionate supporter of eventing and of developing young riders through the Howden Way, I know the job Jane and her team do at the British Eventing Support Trust (BEST) is vital. They aim to ensure the physical and mental wellbeing of the eventing community throughout the country. So I can’t wait to help them not simply raise funds but increase awareness about this enormously valuable work.”

Throughout Cornbury House Horse Trials, the British Eventing Support Trust will be hosting a series of events and activities, as well as having staff on hand to answer visitor questions. While specific details of these events are yet to be confirmed, attendees can expect plenty of opportunities to learn about the charity’s mission and contribute to its cause.

The British Eventing Support Trust looks forward to engaging with the equestrian community at Cornbury Horse Trials and is grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such a prestigious event. For more information about the British Eventing Support Trust and updates on their planned activities for this year’s Cornbury Horse Trials, please visit the website or follow them on social media. You can also choose to make a donation to BEST at checkout when purchasing your tickets.

GMHA Festival of Eventing August Horse Trials Offers $10,000 in Prize Money

By Edited Press Release on Jul 21, 2024 12:00 pm -

The GMHA Festival, the only FEI event in Area I, offers a great move-up course or a suitable first FEI. Join us for multiple water crossings, fabulous footing, beautiful surroundings and reduced heat and humidity located on the historic grounds of Green Mountain Horse Association in South Woodstock, VT.

The Festival boasts a rockin’ competitor party catered by local Trail Break Tacos, free to competitors, with live music.

Prizes include 2 – $100 Groom’s Award’s certificates, Lowest Scoring overall Irish Sport Horse and Low scoring Irish Sport Horse for Training Level Adult Amateur. Also, Adult Amateur awards at all levels sponsored by Area 1 Adult Riders. New this year “Who Jumped it Best” for stadium rounds at BN and N levels for Adults and Juniors alike and The Mary Hutchins Award for Best Junior horsemanship. Prize sponsors include ARRO Helmets, High Standards Design Co., Strafford Saddlery, Fieldstone Equine, Fernhill Sport Horses and Platinum Performance.

Make this a destination weekend for you and your crew. Enjoy the charming village, great food and boutique shopping in historic Woodstock. With golf right down the road at the Woodstock Golf Club there is something for everyone. See you August 9-11th!

Closing dates:

National divisions – Tuesday, July 23, 2024
FEI divisions – Tuesday, July 30, 2024

More information and entry details at https://gmhainc.org/event_detail/festival-of-eventing-august-horse-trials-2024/

Volunteers sign up through EventingVolunteers.com at https://www.eventingvolunteers.com/events/2923/signup

For business and individual sponsorship opportunities reach out to Bruce Perry at [email protected] or call (802) 457-1509 x204

USEA Intercollegiate & Interscholastic Eventing Championships Return to Stable View on May 3-4, 2025

By Edited Press Release on Jul 18, 2024 12:30 pm -

Photo by Annan Hepner / USEA.

After record-breaking participation at this year’s event, the United States Eventing Association, Inc. (USEA) is proud to remind program members that the second annual USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing Championships will take place at Stable View in Aiken, South Carolina, in 2025. The Stable View Local Charities H.T. on May 3-4 will serve as the host event for both championships, yet again offering a year-end goal for students to strive towards that fosters a pipeline for participation in the sport from grade school through college and beyond.

“Stable View is looking forward to next year’s USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing Championships,” said Barry Olliff, owner of Stable View. “In the knowledge that while this year’s championships were good, we have many plans to make next year’s significantly better. Over the next few months, we’ll be working on ideas for the Spirit Award contests, as well as improvements to Graze and Gaze. As and when decisions are made, the WhatsApp group will be updated.”

In its first edition as a joint championship, the USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing Championships boasted incredible participation with a total of 192 entries across both programs, making up almost half of the entries for the event as a whole. For the collegiate program, 150 entries were divided into 39 teams representing 18 college and university affiliates of the USEA, while 42 entries were divided into 12 teams representing 8 IEL Clubs in the inaugural Interscholastic Eventing Championship. While on site, the collegiate and grade school competitors proved time and time again that mingling between programs was a benefit to all involved.

College participants were given the opportunity to spread the word about their programs to boost recruitment for future years, while acting as mentors for their younger counterparts by sharing decorating tips or dropping off small goodies to the IEL Clubs throughout the week. While the middle and high school students were experiencing the championship atmosphere for the first time, that didn’t stop them from bringing their A game, too! The IEL members took the collegiate competitors’ lead, showing up full of spirit and excitement to make the most of this team-oriented event.

In 2025, the USEA and its organizing partners at Stable View hope to incorporate more opportunities for program members to mix and mingle. The extremely popular hobby horse competition is sure to be returning, and other ice breaker activities are being explored to get interscholastic and collegiate members working together as a team. If you haven’t already, sign up to join the Stable View WhatsApp group for updates throughout the year. Click here or scan the QR code to the right to join the group.

Both championships will host divisions at the Starter through Intermediate levels, and Spirit Awards will be offered separately for each program. There will be no qualifications necessary to enter the Intercollegiate Eventing Championship or the IEL Championship, however, all schools and teams represented must be registered affiliates of the USEA. Don’t forget to submit your Collegiate Team Applications or IEL Application Forms, along with official rosters, to Jennifer Hardwick, USEA Senior Director of Membership Services, at [email protected] by Feb. 15, 2025.

All collegiate participants must be enrolled as undergraduate students, or with their school’s approval, be no more than 6 months past the completion of their undergraduate education, allowing December graduates to compete in the May championship. Collegiate participants are also required to hold an active USEA Membership.

All students listed on the Intercollegiate Roster for their respective college or university will be eligible for the USEA Collegiate Membership discounted rate if the roster is submitted on or before February 15. If you attend an accredited university or college that isn’t currently listed on the Intercollegiate Eventing Program List, consider starting a new team by reviewing the program information here and submitting a Collegiate Team Application.

All IEL participants must be enrolled in 5^th through 12^th grade at a public school, private school, online school or homeschool program. Unlike the Intercollegiate Eventing Program, IEL Clubs can be made up of any group of junior riders who share a common bond – like riding at the same barn, competing with the same trainer, attending the same school or being a part of the same Pony Club. For a list of the current Interscholastic Eventing Clubs, please click here. If you are interested in starting a new IEL Club, click here to learn more about the program and submit an IEL Application Form today.

Any questions regarding the Intercollegiate Eventing Program or Interscholastic Eventing League and the upcoming 2025 Championships can be directed to USEA Staff Liaison, Kaleigh Collett, at [email protected].

Horse & Country Partners with USEA to Broadcast Extensive Free Live Coverage of 2024 American Eventing Championships

By Edited Press Release on Jul 17, 2024 9:30 am -

Photo by Shannon Brinkman Photography.

The United States Eventing Association (USEA) is pleased to announce the extension of its partnership with Horse & Country (H&C), the leading international sports network, to provide exclusive streaming and video coverage of the 2024 USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds. H&C will also be joining forces with the USEA as a Platinum Level Sponsor of the AEC.

The AEC is the only national eventing championship of this size in all of North America and this year’s event will take place at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Kentucky, from Aug. 27- Sept. 1.

This year’s coverage will be better than ever, with some exciting enhancements for 2024 prompted by member feedback. Along with improved live streaming experience, riders will be able to purchase cross-country videos that include every fence on course, through a partnership with Equireel.

The AEC serves as the pinnacle annual championship for eventing, encompassing every level from Starter to the prestigious $60,000 Adequan USEA Advanced Final. Building on last year’s success, H&C will globally broadcast live coverage of all three phases of the $60,000 Adequan USEA Advanced Final, alongside selected coverage from all other divisions throughout the duration of the event.

The livestream will be available for free to all USEA members and fans, via a 7-day free trial to Horse & Country’s streaming service, H&C+. Viewers can also enjoy on-demand access to all the action through H&C+ memberships or pay-per-view passes, with clips available for purchase. H&C+ Gold members can enjoy unlimited clip streaming and download as part of their subscription. For a detailed streaming schedule, visit www.horseandcountry.tv.

“The opportunity to provide full coverage of the cross-country phase at every level of the AEC is extremely exciting,” said H&C Director of Content Jonathan Rippon. “The AEC is a premier event on H&C’s U.S. Eventing Channel and can be enjoyed by our entire worldwide audience. Offering the clipping service for every round and every competitor through our partnership with Equireel is an incredible added value as well.”

What to Expect for 2024

One of the most exciting advancements for the livestream for the 2024 AEC is that it will be available at no charge during the week of the event via a 7-day free trial of H&C+ for all viewers. On-demand coverage will be accessible post-event through the H&C website and app and a 15% discount will be available for all USEA AEC competitors.

The livestream schedule for 2024 will be as follows:

Tuesday, Aug. 27: All dressage from one ring (Ring TBD)
Wednesday, Aug. 28: Advanced Dressage and all cross-country
Thursday, Aug. 29: All cross-country and all show jumping
Friday, Aug. 30: All cross-country and all show jumping
Saturday, Aug. 31: All cross-country and all show jumping
Sunday, Sept. 1: All show jumping

In addition, H&C has partnered with Equireel to offer complete fence-by-fence coverage of every cross-country round across each division. These videos will be made available for purchase to competitors same-day and pricing is as follows:

Cross-Country full round: $169
Show jumping full round: $25
Dressage full round: $25
Complete package of all three phases: $199

There will be approximately 35 cameras placed on course by Equireel for competitor video purchasing, so that riders may have videos of their full courses this year. The livestream coverage will be slightly different, and will feature about five cameras strategically placed to cover as much of each cross-country course as possible for the live viewership. The live stream will also utilize picture-in-picture coverage to represent more than one rider at a time.

“We are genuinely excited to see improvements in the livestream, and personal competition videos made available to our members and followers this year,” said SEA CEO Rob Burk. “H&C is a leader in the market, and we continue to value them as a partner.”

As a part of their Platinum level sponsorship, H&C has elected to sponsor both Starter divisions in their inaugural year at the AEC. These divisions will be named the Horse & Country USEA Open Starter Division and the Horse & Country Junior Starter Division.

Stay tuned for further updates on how to access the livestream for the 2024 USEA AEC. For more information on membership and streaming options, visit horseandcountry.tv/select-plan.

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