Young Event Horse Championships Spotlight Future Stars

Young Eventing Talent Takes Center Stage at Maryland 5 Star

The Dutta Corp. USEA Young Event Horse (YEH) East Coast Championships, presented by Dubarry of Ireland, runs alongside the Maryland 5 Star, giving the next generation of eventing talent a chance to shine.

A Complete Evaluation of Future Prospects

Designed as eventing’s ultimate talent search, the YEH program identifies promising four- and five-year-old horses with the potential to rise through the sport’s levels. Each horse is evaluated on dressage performance, conformation, and jumping ability, offering judges a full picture of future upper-level prospects.

Qualification and Competition Format

To qualify, horses must achieve a score of 75% or higher at a recognized event. Competition takes place Thursday and Friday, alongside the CCI5-L* and CCI3*-L divisions, creating an inspiring showcase where developing prospects and world-class athletes share the same stage.

Spotlight on the Five-Year-Old Division

The highlight of the week is the five-year-old division, where the winner earns the coveted Holekamp/Turner Young Event Horse Lion d’Angers Grant—a chance to represent the U.S. at the FEI World Young Horse Championships at Le Lion d’Angers, France, in the seven-year-old CCI3*-L division. In partnership with the USEA, The Dutta Corp. provides a round-trip international flight for the winning horse, supporting their journey to the world stage.

Supporting the Next Generation

The USEA YEH East Coast Championships are made possible in part by the Michael Erin Busch Sports Fund through the Maryland Sports Commission’s Youth and Amateur Sports Grants program, highlighting a shared commitment to nurturing the next generation of eventing excellence.

Don’t Miss the Action

The Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill promises an unforgettable weekend of world-class competition, breathtaking athleticism, and inspiring young talent. Tune in to live coverage on ClipMyHorse.TV and join the celebration of horses, riders, and the sport that unites them.

Photos courtesy of Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill & Stefan Lafrentz