Wednesday News & Notes

With the recent formation of The Georgie Campbell Foundation, you can now show your support and help raise funds for the Foundation’s mission of providing support to event riders by purchasing a special Coco & Jane Loves bracelet in Georgie’s beautiful purple and white cross country colors. Bracelets are being packed up to ship, you be sure to snag yours here. Additionally, bracelets will be available for sale in person if you plan to attend the South East Eventers League Ball on November 16.

U.S. Weekend Preview

Virginia Horse Center Eventing Fall H.T & International (VA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]

River Glen Fall H.T. (TN): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring]

Horse Trials at Majestic Oaks (FL): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]

News & Reading

At the 2024 Lexus Melbourne Cup in Australia, eventing Olympians Shane Rose and Shenae Lowings took center stage, showcasing their equestrian prowess to a broader audience. Shane, a seasoned Olympian, and Shenae, an emerging talent, demonstrated the versatility and athleticism of eventing horses, captivating spectators at this prestigious racing event. Their participation highlights the growing recognition of eventing within the equestrian community. Read more about their appearance here.

Celebrating the “normal” horse! Horse Nation highlights the beauty and value of everyday equine partners in their latest article. This piece reminds us that not every horse needs to be a superstar to make a meaningful impact. It’s all about finding joy in the process and appreciating each horse for what they bring to the table. Head over for this heartwarming read on training and enjoying our beloved, ordinary horses.

The USEA is on the lookout for host sites for the first standalone Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing Championships! They’re requesting expressions of interest from venues interested in holding these exciting events, which bring together young riders from across the country to compete and connect. This is a fantastic opportunity for venues to play a central role in the development of student eventing. More details here.

The US Equestrian Federation has implemented a new rule, effective September 1, 2024, prohibiting headpieces that lack continuous padding across the poll in dressage competitions. This decision has been met with confusion among some manufacturers and riders, who question the rationale behind the ban. The USEF states that the rule aims to ensure even pressure distribution and enhance horse comfort during performances. Notably, this regulation does not apply to FEI-sanctioned events, where such headpieces remain permissible. Read more on this new rule here.

Video Break

Meet two of the riders heading to compete at Virginia Horse Center this weekend in beautiful Lexington, VA!

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