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Feeling the Joy at LRK3DE

by US Equestrian Communications Department | April 27, 2019

Whether you're a longtime spectator, a first-time volunteer, or an official at the event, the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian is a truly special place to be. We asked people at this year's event to share their thoughts about their favorite LRK3DE experiences and what they love about the event that many consider to be, as the competition's motto puts it, "the best weekend all year." Amy DuKate (Franklin, Ind.), show jumping ring steward since 2014

Many Winners Hoist Awards at 2019 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by MARS EQUESTRIAN

by US Equestrian Communications Department | April 27, 2019

Shortly after the last combination has completed the show jumping course on Sunday and the winner of the 2019 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian has been decided, the awards ceremony will take place in the Rolex Stadium to honor everyone from the overall winner to the best-presented combination at the event's horse inspections. Although several of the trophies are housed in the International Museum of the Horse at the Kentucky Horse Park throughout the year,

LRK3DE Champion's Cooler a Triple Crown Custom

by US Equestrian Communications | April 27, 2019

The 2019 champion's cooler, made by Triple Crown Custom, a division of Horseware Ireland The champion’s cooler for the 2019 Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian is made by Triple Crown Custom , a division of Horseware Ireland, which specializes in custom show attire as well as stall drapes, tack room accessories, and gear bags, all available to be customized with color selections and embroidery. The cooler is the Pimlico heavy wool dress sheet design, with

In Their Own Words: Behind the Scenes with U.S. Team Staff

by Glenye Cain Oakford | April 26, 2019

In Their Own Words: Behind the Scenes with U.S. Team Staff U.S. team staff are busy behind the scenes at LRK3DE and many other events throughout the year, supporting U.S. efforts to identify, select, develop, and field the strongest Land Rover U.S. Eventing Team possible. Photo: Taylor Pence/US Equestrian High-performance eventing isn’t only about the horses and riders. While the human and equine athletes are often the most visible components of any U.S. equestrian team, they’re

Mick Costello: LRK3DE Cross-Country Course Builder

by Kathleen Landwehr | April 26, 2019

Mick Costello and friends. Photo: Kim Russell/US Equestrian Anyone who has attended the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian knows that its beautiful cross-country course flows along the bluegrass of the Kentucky Horse Park every year. Mick Costello, the LRK3DE cross-country course builder, puts in countless hours constructing the cross-country fences that make up the renowned course for the only five-star event in the Western Hemisphere. He has become a mainstay for

In Their Own Words: Four LRK3DE First-Timers

by Glenye Cain Oakford | April 25, 2019

Hallie Coon on Celien Hometown: Brunswick, Maine Hallie Coon and Celien Photo: Libby Law Photography Recent history together: Celien and Coon, a member of US Equestrian’s 2019 Developing Potential Training List and a 2018 United States Equestrian Team Foundation Karen Stives Endowment Fund Grant recipient, finished third at the Cloud 11~Gavilan North LLC Carolina International CCI4*-S event in March. They also were part of the inaugural USEF/USET Foundation North American Futures Team

Five-Star Horses of a Different Breed

by Ashley Swift | April 25, 2019

US Equestrian’s 11 recognized breeds are all stellar ambassadors for the versatility, athleticism, and power of the horse. Each has its own special characteristics, and many of these breeds excel in a multitude of disciplines. While breeds like the Thoroughbred, Irish Sport Horse, and warmbloods are numerous in the field of competitors at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian, keep your eyes on the lookout for a few horses boasting some different bloodlines

Dressage Begins with Test Ride

by Glenye Cain Oakford | April 24, 2019

The dressage phase at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian takes place over two days, on Thursday and Friday. Photo: Taylor Pence/US Equestrian The dressage phase at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian kicks off Thursday with a dressage ride that isn’t officially judged: the test ride. For eventer Erin Pullen, performing the dressage test ride is an important steppingstone in her horse’s training toward a potential

Check out US Equestrian Sponsor and Affiliate Activities at LRK3DE

by US Equestrian Communications Department | April 24, 2019

During a break in competition at the LRK3DE, make sure to check out the many activities organized by US Equestrian sponsors and affiliates. Are you dying to meet a LRK3DE athlete? Do you want to learn more about a different breed or discipline? The following information will point you in the right direction. Additional details will be added as they become available. © Glenye Cain Oakford/US Equestrian Visit US Equestrian Sponsor Booths Ariat Charles Owen Horseware Ireland John Deere

Walk the “Course” of the New FEI Eventing Star System

by Julian McPeak | April 24, 2019

In 2018, the Fédération Equestre Internationale announced that beginning January 1, 2019, an official restructure of the international event classification system would go into effect. The new FEI star system included changing from a four-star to five-star categorization and the switch to CCI-S and CCI-L to indicate cross-country course length, thus eliminating the CIC designations. The old FEI star system denoted international competition with one of two designations: Concours

Don't Miss These at LRK3DE!

by Glenye Cain Oakford | April 22, 2019

Photo: Neilson Barnard for Jaguar Land Rover The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian offers top-of-the-line equestrian sport, a national championship, a chance to make lifelong memories, superior shopping, and more! We’ve got your list of essential resources and activities to help you make the most of your experience. Stay Tuned to USEF Network USEF Network’s livestream at usef.org/network , presented by Mars Equestrian, will carry the entire

U.S. Athletes Compete for Land Rover/USEF CCI5* Eventing National Championship Presented by Mars Equestrian

by US Equestrian Communications | April 9, 2019

The Roger Haller Trophy was awarded for the first time in 2018 by US Equestrian CEO Bill Moroney (center) Photo: Taylor Pence/US Equestrian The Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event presented by Mars Equestrian doesn’t just host an international eventing competition. It’s also the home of the Land Rover/USEF CCI5* Eventing National Championship presented by Mars Equestrian, with that coveted title going to the highest-placed U.S. athlete at the competition. The winner of the Land