Category: Affiliates

West Palm Events Forced to Cancel its Events at Horse Park in Woodside

Woodside, California, USA – May 21, 2020 – As you are no doubt aware, the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) has lifted its competition suspension as of June 1, 2020. We have been diligently working to meet new USEF guidelines for addressing COVID-19 and ensure that proper measures […]

2020 Edition of IFEMA Madrid Horse Week Canceled

Madrid, Spain – May 22, 2020 – Due to the world crisis that we are living, we face one of the hardest challenges in history. Beyond the impact on the lives of millions of people around the world, the COVID-19 pandemic has also dealt a severe setback to […]

The Insider: At Home with the St. Tropez Pirates’ Dani G. Waldman

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – May 20, 2020 – This week, we meet Dani G. Waldman (ISR) on The Insider @HOME. Known for her fashion-forward style, including her signature ‘flying feathers’, Dani is a true pioneer in our sport and tells us about how she sees show jumping changing […]

Lauren Hough Out of Action after Accident

Wellington, Florida, USA – May 20, 2020 – Lauren Hough (USA) suffered an accident while going for a bike ride in Wellington two days ago. As a result of the accident, the American discolated her shoulder and had several bruises and lacerations. She is well and is recovering […]

Mark & Tara Rein Strengthen Partnership with Eric Lamaze by Acquiring Top Prospects

Brussels, Belgium – May 19, 2020 – Canadian entrepreneur Mark Rein and his wife, Tara, have doubled their investment with 2008 Canadian Olympic champion Eric Lamaze (CAN) and his Torrey Pines Stable. Having partnered with Lamaze in March to purchase three international show jumping prospects, the couple’s Rein […]

20 Questions with Nicola & Olivier Philippaerts

Brussels, Belgium – May 18, 2020 – This week we meet Belgian twin brothers, and stars of the LGCT and GCL circuit, Olivier Philippaerts  (BEL) and Nicola Philippaerts (BEL). Find out about their favourite events, the name of their first pony, their favourite meal, plus, who was the […]

USEF Announces Changes to Rolex/USEF Show Jumping Ranking List

Lexington, Kentucky, USA. – US Equestrian has approved the recommendation of the Ranking List Task Force and Jumping Sport Committee to proceed in the following manner with the Rolex/USEF Show Jumping Ranking List calculations due to the impacts of COVID-19. The Rolex/USEF Show Jumping Ranking List points will be […]

Horse Sport Ireland Announces Roadmap for Reopening Outdoor Sporting Activities

Dublin, Ireland – May 18, 2020 – Outdoor equestrian activities fall under the Irish government’s Roadmap for Reopening of Society and Business, Phase 1, due to commence on May 18, according to Horse Sport Ireland. Horse Sport Ireland CEO Ronan Murphy said: “I am delighted to say that […]

In the Saddle with Peder Fredricson

Stockholm, Sweden – May 17, 2020 – This week we are thrilled to launch another brand new feature series – In The Saddle. The world’s best riders will talk us through some of their iconic rounds, commentating on the round and giving an insight into their tactics and […]

An Update From the Capital Challenge Horse Show

Upper Marlboro, Maryland, USA – The Capital Challenge Horse Show management team is working closely with state and local government officials and is looking forward to welcoming exhibitors to the show’s home, the Prince George’s Equestrian Center in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, on September 25 to October 4, 2020. In […]

The Insider: Tips & Tricks with Peder Fredricson

Valkenswaard, Netherlands – May 17, 2020 – Our Tips and Tricks feature series continues this week with an interesting jumping exercise from Peder Fredricson (SWE). In this video, Peder shares his thoughts on the best ways to train horses ready for competition – training exercises and techniques that […]

Entries Open Tomorrow for Spring Series at PBIEC: FAQ’s & Answers

Dear Exhibitors, We are very busy preparing the Equestrian Village grounds at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) for our upcoming schooling shows, set to take place May 22-24 and May 29-31. In order for your entry to be considered for competition, you must have a horse […]

The Insider: A Talk with Olivier & Nicola Philippaerts

Our brand new episode of The Insider @HOME introduces you to two of show jumping’s brightest stars – Belgian twin brothers Olivier and Nicola Philippaerts. In this show, they give an insight into their lives at home, the highs and lows of their careers and some incredible results […]

20 Questions with Geir Gulliksen

Valkenswaard, Netherlands – May 14, 2020 – We bring you another new feature series this week, beginning with 20 Questions with Norwegian rider and Scandinavian Vikings Team Owner Geir Gulliksen! Have you ever wondered what the secret is to Geir’s success and long-standing career? Or perhaps which country […]

TIEC Releases COVID-19 Action Plan with Guidelines for Reopening

Mill Spring, North Carolina, USA – May 14, 2020 – In full compliance with local, state and federal mandates, Tryon Resort and Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) will reopen with limited operations on May 27, 2020. Horse show competitions will open for competitors, their families and staff only beginning […]

Tryon Begins Phased Reopening with Spring & Summer Series

Spring 6 & Summer Series to be Hosted Without Spectators Mill Spring, North Carolina, USA – May 14, 2020 – In full compliance with local, state and federal mandates, Tryon Resort and Tryon International Equestrian Center (TIEC) will reopen with limited operations on May 27, 2020. Horse show competitions […]

Tips & Tricks with the Philippaerts Brothers

Brussels, Belgium – May 15, 2020 – Olivier and Nicola Philippaerts treat us to some interesting exercises in this week’s Tips and Tricks – the first being one that Olivier uses to develop his horse’s straightness and athleticism, working with lines that he often sees in courses to […]

Oxersport & Yeguada Finca Maeza Join Forces for 8 CSI Events

Madrid, Spain – May 12, 2020 – Yeguada Finca Maeza and Oxer Sport have reached an agreement for the organization of international competitions in the magnificent facilities of Sariego (Asturias) in the north of Spain. The plan is to schedule two consecutive CSI 2* in July and, little […]

2020 Lake Placid Horse Shows Canceled

Coronavirus Pandemic Forces Shows’ First Cancellation in 51 Years Lake Placid, New York, May 14, 2020 – The Lake Placid Horse Show Association has announced cancellation of this year’s horse shows. The current Coronavirus pandemic forced the decision to cancel the Lake Placid Horse Shows, sponsored by Bainbridge […]

2019 LGCT Overall Prize Money Ranking Leaders

Valkenswaard, The Netherlands – May 14, 2020 – Ben Maher (GBR) led all riders in earnings during the 2019 Longines Global Champions Tour season. Powered by Explosion W, the Brit exploded to the top of the money rankings, making almost twice as much as the second-place rider Pieter […]

Horse Sport Ireland Submit Proposals to Government for Sport to Resume

Dublin, Ireland – May12, 2020 – Horse Sport Ireland, the Governing Body for Equestrian Sport in Ireland, and the centralised national body for the sport horse industry (breeding & sport) has delivered a comprehensive submission to Government, aimed at ensuring that considered protocols and procedures can be put […]

USEF President Murray Kessler’s Letter on Returning to Competitions

Lexington, Kentucky – May 12, 2020 – The President of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF), Murray S Kessler, has released a letter addressing the return to competitions after the lockdown due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what Mr. Kessler stated in his letter: Dear USEF Members, Here […]

World Equestrian Center Ohio Facility’s COVID-19 Response & Statement

Wilmington, Ohio – May 12, 2020 – Experts predict that a second wave of the coronavirus is likely later this year. Given those predictions and after discussions with our state and local health officials, we have elected to close World Equestrian Center – Ohio from September 1, 2020 […]

Ireland’s Manager Michael Blake: “It’s a bit unusual to get your dream job and the world stops, but it will restart”

Dublin, Ireland – May 05, 2020 – Having previously spent three years as Development Manager of the Irish team, Co Clare’s Michael Blake landed the biggest job in Irish Show Jumping in 2019 when he was named High Performance Director of the senior team. It looked as though […]

Behind the Stable with Cormac Kenny: Ben Maher’s Groom

Can you talk about your daily routine as a show groom? I wake up early in the morning to feed the horses, then we give them some time to rest so they are able to digest their food. We then ride them through the morning and afterwards if […]

Brandywine Horse Shows Announce 2020 Cancellation

Devon, Pennsylvania, USA – May 11, 2020 – It is with regret that in response to the COVID 19 public health crisis the Brandywine Horse Shows must announce the cancellation of their 2020 competition scheduled for June 24 – July 5 at the historic Devon Show Grounds. It […]

Andy Kocher Showjumpers Congratulates New Connections of Coldplay 31 & Carisma II

Andy Kocher Sport Horse Auction Gets Underway Wednesday, May 13 Wellington, Florida, USA – May 11, 2020 – Andy Kocher Showjumpers wishes to congratulate the new owners of Coldplay 31 and Carisma II. Both talented showjumpers moved on to new homes this spring after being developed by Kocher, […]

US Equestrian Releases COVID-19 Competition Toolkit

Lexington, Kentucky, USA. – US Equestrian has released its Licensed Competitions COVID-19 Toolkit that features the USEF Action Plan, outlining mandatory requirements and recommended best practices for competition organizers and participants as equestrian competitions prepare to resume on June 1, 2020, dependent on federal, state, and local regulations and […]

Rolex Grand Slam Watch with Jos Verlooy: FEI European Individual Bronze Medalist

When did you decide you wanted to pursue a career in show jumping? I decided early, but I also loved playing football so I wasn’t sure which sport I wanted to pursue. As soon as I started winning some show jumping events at 14-years-old, I realised that show […]

Equine Health Protocols for the 2020 Vermont Summer Festival

East Dorset, Vermont, USA – May 08, 2020 – Now more than ever, the Vermont Summer Festival management team is dedicated to the health and welfare of all human and equine athletes competing at the six-week event from June 30 through August 9 in East Dorset, Vermont. Show […]