Tag: Competition

Shrink your inner critic by practicing self-love, affirming yourself, and staying positive.  We all have doubts and fears, but whether we let them get in the way of our riding and competition, is up to us.

Score Corrections Check scores on USDFScores.com and notify USDF of any errors. Errors must be reported by October 15, 2021, at 5:00 pm ET Year-End Awards View...

Two time Paralympian Roxanne Trunnell, aboard Dolton, four-time Paralympian Rebecca Hart, with El Corona Texel, first-time Paralympian Kate Shoemaker, aboard Solitaer 40, and Beatrice de Lavalette aboard Clarc were there to represent the US and they all brought their A-games! 

An exciting week was planned...  Juniors and Young Riders (ages 14-21) from across the country had converged on Traverse City, Michigan, for North America’s premier equestrian competition: the FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC)!  After the 2020 cancellation, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, everyone was especially excited to be back for the show. Then, they checked the weather forecast and saw a storm was on the horizon. 

The addition of Junior/Young Rider divisions to the 2021 US Dressage Finals presented by Adequan® means that riders like Hayley Jonkman have an exciting...

Everyone knows that the best way to get a very good score on a movement is to perform that movement very well. But, as we all well know, and have experienced, sometimes that doesn’t work out. However, some simple things you can do to impress the judges that will help you earn that extra half point, even on a movement that isn’t quite right. By Ashley Simmons

By Sally O’Dwyer Win the preparation so that you can do your best at the show.  Reduce your stress and have more fun. The internet is...

The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event looked a little different this year.  The competition was nearly cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but fans...

It’s that time of year again, when we look back at the year that was, with the annual yearbook issue of USDF Connection. Each...

From inspiring stories of underdog horse-and-rider duos finding success in the dressage arena, to informative horse health features, articles highlighting unique and interesting breeds,...