Reasons Why You Can’t Find a Braider for Your Horse
BY BETH BOYER
There's currently a braider shortage at the horse shows, and braiders are quitting left and right. It's a hard job under the best circumstances. While some clients are great, many are the...
Where Are We With Safe Sport Regulations?
BY ERIN PRUTOW
Over the last year, so much attention has been fixed on the United States Equestrian Federation (“USEF”) Safe Sport policies and their consequences. These USEF policies and U.S. Center for SafeSport Code...
The Only Thing We Need to Fear
BY PIPER KLEMM
I have written at least 30 versions of this article in the last 72 hours. I have read the entire USEF rulebook twice and certain passages dozens of times. I have talked...
Two-Thirds of Swedish Show Jumping Team Will Be Shoeless at Tokyo Olympic Games
Don't panic when you watch defending Olympic silver medalist Peder Fredricson's H&AM All In in the upcoming show jumping competition at the Tokyo Olympic Games. The bay, the only horse to jump all six...
Breaking the Stigma of Purchasing Older Horses
BY JAMIE SKUBAL
As I scroll through Facebook groups I see more and more ISO ads
for horses stating they want polished show horses with lots of positive
traits—also under 15 years old. More times than not...
A “DIY AO” Rider’s Reaction to the USHJA International Derby Enrollment Rule Change
BY KIERA PHLIPOT
Included in the USHJA’s recent rule changes is a change to International Derbies:
Enrollment in the USHJA International Hunter Derby program is now mandatory to compete in an International Hunter Derby class.
So, now...
Judging WTH: A Dotted (Head) Line
BY Piper Klemm
The situation last night was as follows. The Taylor Harris Insurance Services National Children’s Medal Final is running. Forty Riders qualify, 39 contest, the course is clearly posted. There is a dotted...
“People That Never Got a Chance to Show Here, Now Have a Chance to...
In its 75th year, the Pennsylvania National Horse Show has a new look.
With the implementation of a new management team, spearheaded by Pat Boyle of Showplace Productions, Harrisburg has returned to the Pennsylvania...
Why Local Horse Shows Lose Good Judges
BY LILLI BIELER BIEDERMANN
For the last fifteen years, I’ve judged regularly with my
USEF ‘r’ (HU/HE) license. Living in north central Vermont with few other judges
around, I often have to drive a good distance to...
Inside the Numbers: The Cost of Local Shows
What's that social rule, never talk about money? At The Plaid Horse we believe in having open discussions about the cost of horses and horse showing. It is both educational for young riders who...
Confessions of an Equine Risk Manager
BY BECCA HUNT
Working in the personal insurance industry as a risk manager for decades has conditioned my eye to be keenly aware of circumstances that could threaten the safety of lives and our built...
Equestrian Grants & Scholarships Every Rider Should Know About
The equestrian community is generous, and many people and organizations are invested in the future of our young riders and up and coming professionals. The next generation is the future of the sport itself....
Issues Surrounding Commission Payments
BY LISA LAZARUS
What is Commission? Why do trainers charge commission?
As many readers know, selling a horse requires significant work. You need to think about your horse’s strengths and weaknesses; what an appropriate sale price...
Ask Andre: What Are Your Greatest Takeaways from 2021?
By Andre Dignelli
As the world readies to begin a New Year in 2022, a new horse show year has already been underway for a month.
The city never sleeps, as they say, and that for...
Importing Sport Horses and Their Acclimation to America
BY LIZ CORNELL
Importing horses from other parts of the globe is not a new phenomenon. In fact horses that compete internationally have more frequent flyer miles than most people. You’ve heard the story before...
A Dream Come True: Inaugural Mountain King Ranch Equitation Grant Recipient Maggie Lawrence Lives...
Edited Press Release
By Lily Yampolsky
Wellington, Fla. – March 4, 2022 – When Colorado-native Dominic Gibbs was 14 years old, his trainer brought him to Wellington for a week where he got to meet Katie...
US Equestrian Lettering Program: Varsity Letters for Equestrian Sports
BY VYLA CARTER
The US Equestrian Lettering Program was started by the United States Equestrian Federation to recognize and honor student athletes in grades five through twelve. This program allows junior high school and high...
What to Know About Fireworks, Horses and Your Legal Rights
By Armand Leone of Leone Equestrian Law
Q: My neighbors set off fireworks in their backyard (directly over my barn and pastures!) for two nights in a row. The first night, my horses were in...
Amateur Task Force Proposes “Significant” Rule Changes in Webinar
By Catie Staszak
After lengthy meetings, focus groups, and debate, US Equestrian's appointed Amateur Task Force came forward Monday evening for a webinar with the results of their last five months of work: five proposed...
Publisher’s Note: Overreaction
PIPER KLEMM, PH.D
I have a confession to make… I have been known to overreact. I panic over things that seem like the end of the world. I’ve been absolutely up in arms over situations...
Maryland Horse Shows Association Year End Champions
It's been a fantastic year of showing for patrons of the Maryland Horse Shows Association! Join us in congratulating the 2017 division champions. Great job riders for your hard work and success!
Maryland Horse Shows...
New Order Mandates Equestrian Professionals Must Pass Credentials to Continue Business
BY TPH STAFF
The past year has been full of conversations with industry leaders regarding amateur status, but today horse show organizations announced a new initiative for professionals. Effective immediately, all professional instructors and trainers...
