We’d like to dedicate this Monday morning to all of team USA for their silver medal finish at the FEI Eventing Nations Cup at Arville (Belgium), but also in particular to one Lauren Nicholson, who won the individual CCIO4*-S title with Ms. Jacqueline Mars’ Larcot Z. Lauren, who won the CCI4*-L at MARS Bromont in June, has long been fond of this horse, formerly produced by Reagen Lafleur and Will Coleman, and has always known something special lay within. This win, a rare occasion for a U.S. rider in Europe (Will Coleman would be the last rider to win a big ticket European 4*-S, when he won CHIO Aachen with Off the Record in 2021), carries a lot of weight, and with next year’s World Championships coming up in almost exactly a year, Lauren’s got herself well on the radar of team selectors.
We’ll be catching up with Lauren soon here on EN, so stay tuned for more!
U.S. Weekend Results
Waredaca Farm H.T. (MC): [Website] [Scores]
Caber Farm H.T. (WA): [Website] [Scores]
The Event at Archer (WY): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scores]
Genesee Valley Riding & Driving Club H.T. (NY): [Website] [Scores]
Ocala Summer H.T. (FL): [Website] [Scores]
Full Gallop Farm August H.T. (SC): [Website] [Scores]
Major International Events
Bromont CCI-S H.T. (Canada): [Website] [Scores]
FEI Eventing Nations Cup – Arville CCIO4*-S: [Website] [Schedule] [Scores] [Live Stream Replays] [About the FEI Eventing Nations Cup]
News & Reading
Today marks the start of two big things: Safe in the Saddle Week at Ride EquiSafe, where you can find loads of educational content, discounts and deals to take advantage of all week long. It’s a great time to kit yourself out with the safety equipment you’ve been needing! We’ll have a mini episode of The Go Eventing Podcast coming your way tomorrow with Ride EquiSafe’s founder and CEO, Catherine Winter, so be sure to tune in. Click here to check out Ride EquiSafe. Also this week, our friends at Stübben are hosting a huge sale to the tune of 20% off everything in the store except for custom saddles. If you’ve got some hard-earned dollars sitting around (lol), now is the time to use them wisely! Click here to shop Stübben.
Most of the time, fear revolves around the conscious or subconscious absence of control. It’s a relatable topic for all of us, and there ARE ways to help manage this fear. For some, this starts with breathing techniques. It may sound a bit strange, but don’t know it until you try it! Read more in this excerpt posted on USEA.
Oftentimes, horses seem to want more of a “challenge” when they’re learning how to jump. We hear it often: a rider tells a tale of how their horse didn’t seem to take jumping seriously until the jumps went up. But it’s not just about height. What are some ways you can teach your horse to pick up the damn feet and try a little? (Joking, sort of). Grand prix jumper Wilhelm Genn has some advice for you here.
Now this is an awesome story to start your week with! Meet McCaulley, a pony who just placed in his first event at the age of 28 — and that’s not even the best part of the story! In a very roundabout fashion after being sold many years ago, McCaulley found his way back to his original owner, Laura Ferguson, after several years apart. Since then, McCaulley has all but refused to retire and as a result spends his time bringing his lease riders along as burgeoning equestrians. Read more of this sweet story here.
Sponsor Corner: Morven Park Fall International & H.T.
Beautiful Morven Park! Photo by Sally Spickard.
From Vendor Village to VIP views, your fall escape is calling! Mark your calendars for October 9–12 as Morven Park rolls out the red carpet for spectators during one of the most exciting weekends in U.S. eventing. Watch national and international riders compete in FEI divisions from CCI1*-S to CCI4*-L—including the $200,000 US Equestrian Open Final—all while enjoying easy shuttle service, local eats, and shopping from curated vendors.
Don’t miss Vendor Village, presented by Virginia Maryland Tractor, where you’ll find everything from riding gear to handmade gifts. Thanks to Tri-County Feeds, you’ll get from arena to arena with ease via free on-site shuttles. And if you’re looking for a little extra luxury? A VIP pass or tailgate spot gives you access to exclusive viewing and hospitality options.
It’s free to attend—just register in advance for your General Admission ticket and start planning your fall weekend at the Home of Champions.
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A big shout to our community of course designers and builders, who are always on the move on cross country day ensuring safety is paramount!
