Tag: Vintage Cup

Going from fox hunting—or rather, “chasing”—to dressage has been a big challenge. I now have “mad respect” for dressage riders.

For a moment, everything was still. When the judge returned the salute, 10 years of work came to a close—not perfectly, but with a feeling of deep satisfaction.

A Region 2 rider shares how, despite both experiencing injuries, they were able to recover & jump back into the ring, climbing successfully to the FEI levels!

A senior rider tells us about her Dutch Warmblood & how they've been together through life’s ups & downs, including repeat injuries on their way to a Silver Medal.

An adult amateur from Region 4 shares the story of the horses who stole her heart - all three generations of them!

An adult amateur shares the story of earning her USDF Silver Medal aboard her very special Hanoverian mare, following a double hip replacement!

USDF recognizes achievement for riders age 50 & over through the Adequan®/USDF Vintage Cup program, & riders age 60 & over through the Master's Challenge Award!

USDF is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! In November & December, we are shining the spotlight on riders who have also reached this milestone.

USDF is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! In November & December, we are shining the spotlight on riders who have also reached this milestone.

USDF is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year! In November & December, we are shining the spotlight on riders who have also reached this milestone.