We’re eagerly anticipating Stable View’s spring 4*-S this weekend in Aiken, SC, where a few Kentucky hopefuls are running their final prep ahead of the big dance at the end of the month in Lexington. We’ll have a full wrap-up report from the action, which is also serving as a US Equestrian Open of Eventing qualifier leg, coming your way from Shelby Allen this weekend, but in the meantime you can use the link list below to follow along.
Attending an event at Stable View isn’t only about competing, of course! The team on the ground always organizes some great activities, including complimentary beverages and hors d’oeuvres for competitors and families on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings from 5pm-7pm in Ollie’s Inn during Stable View’s traditional “Graze and Gaze”. Friday’s Graze and Gaze is sponsored by Engineered Equine Performance and Saturday’s is sponsored by Forestier Sellier Saddlery. Also, on Saturday from 11:00am – 4:00pm, you can take advantage of a VIP expeirence! Tickets are $75 per person, and limited tickets remain. Ticket holders receive a picnic lunch consisting of Stable View’s signature charcuterie from the Bistro at Stable View, an open bar with beer + wine, access to the Pavilion upstairs, and a stainless steel Stable View tumbler! Click here to snag your ticket before they’re gone.
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U.S. Weekend Preview
Rocking Horse Spring H.T. (FL): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]
Pine Hill Spring H.T. (TX): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]
CDCTA Spring H.T. (VA): [Website] [Volunteer] [Scoring]
News & Reading
While Galway Downs reached a big milestone with the LA City Council approving a venue change for the LA28 Olympics last week, FEI president Ingmar De Vos seemed to hedge a little on the final voting from the International Olympic Committee, which is due to take place during an executive board meeting on April 9. “We hope, we think – there is an executive board meeting of the IOC on April 9, so we believe that hopefully by then the master plan, the venue master plan, will be finalized, and that we will know where we will go,” he said, according to a report by Horse & Hound. “But we are in permanent contact with the Los Angeles organising committee about this – everything’s going in the right direction, but we are under a non-disclosure agreement so we cannot say anything.” We’ll keep an eye out for further updates as the final picture becomes clearer.
Cornelia Fletcher made a triumphant return to competition last fall at The Event at TerraNova (FL), winning the CCI4*-L aboard her longtime partner, Daytona Beach 8, just months after giving birth to her daughter, Sparrow. Despite less than four months back in the saddle, Cornelia and the talented but quirky Oldenburg mare delivered a stellar cross country and show jumping to leap from 15th after dressage to the top spot on a final score of 41.4. “This win meant more to me than I can put into words,” she shared. “It was my first competition since having Sparrow—and winning with Daytona just made it even more special.” Cornelia’s story is a powerful reminder that motherhood and five-star dreams can coexist. Read the full story on Practical Horseman here.
Adult Riders, it’s time to rally your teams! The 2025 USEA Adult Team Championships (ATC) will once again run in tandem with the USEA American Eventing Championships (AEC) presented by Nutrena Feeds, taking place August 27–31 at Galway Downs in Temecula, CA. This year brings exciting changes: Starter level has been added to the ATC lineup, while Preliminary has been retired to reflect growing demand at the lower levels. Riders in the Rider or Amateur divisions from Starter through Modified are eligible—and if you’re aiming to compete on an ATC team, don’t forget to submit your Letter of Intent by August 1! Mixed Area teams are welcome, and every rider must be 22+ and part of their Area’s Adult Rider Program. Want the inside scoop or to get involved? Click here to learn more and fill out the Letter of Intent.
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Video Break
Dynamic duo Chris Talley and Lee Maher stopped by for the latest episode of The Jon and Rick Show:
