USHJA Zone 8

10/15/2026

Congratulations to Olivia D'Apolito and Alexander Miller!

The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association is pleased to announce the participants invited to this year’s USHJA Horsemanship Quiz Challenge Nationals, presented by East West Equine Sports Medicine, which will be held at Midway University in Midway, Kentucky, November 6-8, and USHJA Adult Horsemanship Quiz...

10/12/2026

📢 Save the Date: USHJA Rule Change Proposal Town Hall

Have questions about proposed rule changes? Join USHJA leadership for a virtual open discussion during the upcoming Rule Change Proposal Town Hall.

🗓️ Save the date and hear from USHJA President Britt McCormick, Executive Director Whitney Allen, Director of Sport Katie Patrick, Hunter Working Group Chair Robin Rost Brown, and Jumper Working Group Chair Charlotte Skinner Robson.

💬 Attendees are encouraged to submit questions in advance to [email protected].

🔗 Register today: bit.ly/4eJ02Ji
🔗 Learn more about USHJA Town Halls: ushja.org/townhall.

10/10/2026

Invest in your future in the sport!

The Naomi Blumenthal Memorial Training Grant provides financial support for equestrians looking to further their education through Licensed Officials education, the USHJA Instructor Credential program, or other professional equestrian and horsemanship educational opportunities. Up to $2,000 is awarded annually to support continuing education and professional growth. Applications close October 15.

Apply by October 15: https://bit.ly/4rSMtM7

10/08/2026

⏰ Applications close in ONE WEEK on October 15!

Interested in shaping the future of our sport? The Alvin Topping Governance Grant awards one $500 grant annually to help a USHJA member age 25 or under attend the USHJA Sport & Education Conference or USEF Annual Meeting. Eligible applicants must be active USHJA members, U.S. citizens or legal residents, demonstrate financial need, and have not previously received the grant.

Don't miss this opportunity to expand your knowledge, build connections, and gain valuable governance experience within the equestrian industry.

Apply today: https://bit.ly/4rTOVCc

10/06/2026

The sixth annual Standlee/USHJA National Hunter Derby Regional Championships wrapped up in September after five championships held across the country saw more than 280 horse-and-rider combinations. Following the same two-round format as the regular National Hunter Derby class, the Regional Champions...

10/03/2026

Growth in our sport never stops.

Whether you're stepping into the show ring for the first time or working to sharpen your competitive edge, clinics provide opportunities to learn, connect, and improve.

Use the USHJA Directory of Clinics to:
🔎 Find upcoming educational opportunities
📍 Submit and promote your own clinic

👉 Explore the directory today: ushja.org/Clinics

📷Flaxen Mane Media

10/01/2026

Are you working toward your USHJA Instructor Credential or looking to connect with a credentialed instructor?

✅ Use the USHJA Instructor Credential Directory to find credentialed instructors nationwide. Search and sort by Zone or State to locate a professional near you:
🔗 https://bit.ly/3NIH5f8

💰 Pursuing your own credential? The USHJA Instructor Credential Reimbursement Grant can help offset costs associated with earning your credential.
Apply here:
🔗 https://bit.ly/4gAIsbU

Whether you're seeking quality instruction or taking the next step in your professional development, these resources are designed to support excellence in equestrian education. Learn more at ushja.org/instructorcredential.

📷Delia Beaupre Photography

10/01/2026

The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association invites members to review and comment on Rule Change Proposals under consideration for the 2028 competition year. Member input is a vital part of the rule change process, helping shape the future of the sport. Members may provide comments on the proposals online he...

09/30/2026

Congratulations to Stacy Nelles!

The U.S. Hunter Jumper Association is pleased to announce the 11 riders that earned the Outreach Backstage Pass to compete in the 2026 USHJA Affiliate National Championships. Once again, this year's competition will be held during the Marshall+Sterling/USHJA National Championships in Las Vegas, Neva...