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While individual medals marked the perfect finale, the earlier days of the 2025 FEI North American Youth Championships belonged to the teams. Riders from across the continent united by region and nation delivered unforgettable performances in the hunt for gold.

The thrill of youth equestrian sport takes center stage this summer as the FEI North American Youth Championships (NAYC) gallop into the world-class Traverse City Horse Shows venue. Riders, horses, and fans alike will gather in northern Michigan for six days of elite competition in Jumping and Dressage, showcasing the continent’s brightest young talents.

The stars and stripes flew high on Saturday as the United States claimed top honors in the FEI Nations Cup of Traverse City at the Turtle Creek Casino & Hotel International Ring. In a commanding performance, Team USA led from start to finish, finishing the first round as the only team on a score of zero and maintaining their lead through the final round.

American Rider Claims Second-Ever U.S. Victory in Prestigious 5* EventIn a thrilling conclusion to the 2025 Jumping International de Dinard, Aaron Vale captured the Rolex Grand Prix Ville de Dinard with a brilliant display of precision and speed aboard Carissimo 25. The victory marks a defining moment in Vale’s career and only the second U.S. win in the five-star event’s history.

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.

Major League Show Jumping (MLSJ) is set to launch its highly anticipated 2025 season, bringing top-level CSI5* and CSI2* international show jumping to premier venues across North America. With a fast-paced format, elite teams, and a renewed focus on fan experience, the series continues to redefine the landscape of equestrian sport.

Cue the “Star-Spangled Banner”—Team USA has done it again. For the seventh time in the storied history of the Mercedes-Benz Nations’ Cup at CHIO Aachen, the red, white, and blue stood atop the podium, victorious in the legendary Soers.

Since St. Bride’s Farm bought Baloutinue (Balou du Rouet x Landor S) in 2021, it was clear that Laura Kraut and Baloutinue were destined for greatness. Kraut began her journey with him shortly after his successful series with Adam Prudent in Wellington, Florida.It wasn’t long until this dynamic duo was off on a great stride.