Team USA Triumphs in Canada with Double Victory
Caledon CSIO3*
October 22, 2025 at 12:30 PMBy b.wehner
The U.S. Jumping Team capped off an exceptional week at the Caledon Equestrian Park in Ontario with a sweep of top honors—clinching the FEI Jumping Nations Cup™ Caledon CSIO3* and the $90,000 Grand Prix of Caledon CSIO3*. Led by Chef d’Équipe Anne Kursinski and Team Leader Erin Keating, the American squad delivered consistency and brilliance across both team and individual competition.
The momentum kicked off on Thursday, July 17, as the U.S. squad dominated the Nations Cup with a commanding two-round total of just one fault, outjumping Canada and Ireland who took second and third, respectively.
Sloane Coles aboard Ninja JW van de Moerhoeve, and Marilyn Little with La Contessa, each produced two flawless rounds, an impressive Nations Cup debut for both riders and horses. Their zero-fault performances set a solid foundation for Team USA's victory.
Also making key contributions were Elena Haas on Claude, who added just a single time fault in round one before delivering a clear second round, and Alexandra Worthington aboard De L’Oiseliere, who added just one rail in the second round in her own debut on a U.S. team.
The Winning Streak Continues
The winning energy carried into the weekend as Marilyn Little and La Contessa returned to steal the spotlight again—this time in the $90,000 Grand Prix of Caledon CSIO3*. Their bold, precision ride earned the top spot in a highly competitive field, underscoring the mare’s promise and Little’s veteran skill.
With a Nations Cup title and a Grand Prix victory under their belts, the U.S. Jumping Team leaves Caledon with momentum and confidence, showcasing a deep bench of talent ready to shine on the international stage.
Photo by Stefan Lafrentz
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