Wednesday News & Notes from Loch Moy Farm

Horse & Country has just put out a new documentary all about eventing legend William Fox-Pitt, and it’s a must-add to your watch list. Using data from EquiRatings, the documentary explores the question: Is William the greatest of all time? You’ll have to watch to find out! You can view the documentary here (you’ll need a H&C+ membership to view it, and you can save 15% off your annual membership using code EVENTINGNATION15).

Major International Events

CHIO Aachen: [Website] [Program/Entries] [Timing & Scoring] [Live Stream] [EN’s Coverage]

U.S. Weekend Preview

Summer Coconino H.T. I (AZ): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times/Scoring] [Volunteer]

Bouckaert Equestrian H.T. (GA): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]

Mile High H.T. (CO): [Website] [Entries/Ride Times] [Scoring] [Volunteer]

News & Reading

What happens when the show ring starts feeling more like a battleground than a playground? For 5* rider Hannah Sue Hollberg, the answer came when she hit emotional rock bottom—and reached out to former eventer turned performance coach Natalie Hummel. Their collaboration cracked open a new way of thinking about mindset and nervous system regulation in sport, exploring how trauma and subconscious patterns can sabotage even the most skilled athletes. Hannah now assists with Natalie’s signature programs How To Heal and How To Perform, both aimed at helping riders build awareness, emotional resilience, and a more connected relationship with their horses—and themselves. Read more here (and listen to Hannah Sue and Natalie on The Go Eventing Podcast here!).

The countdown is officially on for the 2025 USEA American Eventing Championships, presented by Nutrena Feeds! With just two months to go, competitors from Starter through Advanced are gearing up for the trip to Galway Downs, where 23 divisions—including the $60,000 Adequan USEA Advanced Final—will run August 27–31. This year’s AEC also features the return of the USEA Adult Team Championships (now including Starter level!) and plenty of parties, VIP perks, and SoCal sunshine. Entries open July 15, and the provisional schedule is now live—so start your planning, check your qualifications, and we’ll see you in Temecula! Read more here.

Ever wished you could just skip that one spooky cross country fence? At a first of its kind Cross Country Equestrian (CCE) workshop held June 28 at FENCE in North Carolina, riders did exactly that—and without penalty. Designed by five-star winner Nick Larkin, CCE is an innovative format that rewards smart, horse-first decision-making and lets riders choose which fences to jump for points. Whether riding solo or in pairs, competitors from Level 1 (intro) through Level 5 (training equivalent) got a taste of this low-pressure, high-fun alternative to traditional horse trials. Riders praised the flexibility, safety focus, and emphasis on connection over perfection. If this sounds like your kind of eventing, stay tuned—CCE may be coming to a venue near you. Read more on the workshop here.

Sponsor Corner: Loch Moy Farm

Still riding that #HorseShowHangover high? Us too. But while you’re icing your ankles and sorting your laundry, don’t miss these two key announcements from Loch Moy Farm:

📅 Entries are OPEN for the July 27 Bred To Event Classic Qualifier — head to STRIDER PRO to secure your spot!

⏰ Late entries CLOSE tomorrow (Tuesday, July 1 at midnight) for MDHT #2 + YEH Qualifier (July 11–13) — get those in via EventEntries before it’s too late.

And while we’re at it, a massive THANK YOU to everyone who made this past weekend’s Maryland International and USEF Young Rider Championships such a smashing success. Competitors, grooms, volunteers, sponsors, photographers, and fans—you’re the heart of this sport.

See more on the full calendar at Loch Moy Farm here.

Video Break

Meet Jenny Glebenius and Canela: the youngest horse in the field, a first-ever Nations Cup win for Sweden, and a partnership built on trust, heart, and horse-first grit. This debut? Just the beginning.

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