Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian proudly announces the return of long-term partner Gotham North as the title sponsor of the Gotham North/FEI North American Youth Jumping Championships presented by USHJA (NAYC). A dedicated supporter of the championship for over 10 years, Gotham North has continued to be major contributor to the FEI North American Youth Championships. 

The Championships offer an exciting opportunity for athletes (Children through Young Riders) to compete against their peers in a format modeled after senior championships such as the Olympic Games. Held over multiple days, the event features individual and team competition, with teams fielding by Zone. The 2026 Gotham North/FEI North American Youth Jumping Championships presented by USHJA (NAYC) will take place July 28-August 2, in Traverse City, Mich. 

“NAYC is a major event for our younger aspiring athletes,” said Bill Moroney, Chief Executive Officer of US Equestrian. “We are thrilled to welcome back longtime supporter Gotham North as title sponsor, helping shape the next generation of team athletes as they grow and develop through cornerstone events like these.” 

"The event gave me so much during my years competing as a part of Zone 2 and gave me the step I needed to reach my goal of representing the USA internationally,” said Gotham North representative, Georgina Bloomberg. “It's an honor to once again support such an important event, and to be able to be a part of it in a different way."