In Memoriam: Bonnie Stedt (1943-2025)
The USEA is saddened to hear of the passing of Bonnie Stedt on Sept. 5. She was 81. A die-hard eventer, Stedt competed with the USEA through 2016. In 2010, Stedt joined the Neville Bardos Syndicate as an owner of Boyd Martin’s five-star horse Neville Bardos. That relationship continued to present day, with Stedt having […]
Martin Masters US Equestrian Open Final
There isn’t much that’s more American than the inaugural US Equestrian Open of Eventing Final CCI4*-L ending with an all-U.S. podium. A bald eagle might as well have swooped down over the awards ceremony, eating a hot dog. In its first ever running, held at Morven Park, it wasn’t so much a question of whether an American […]
Boyd Martin Makes History as First-Ever US Equestrian Open Eventing Final CCI4*-L Champion Aboard Miks Master C
Leesburg, Va. — The inaugural US Equestrian Open Eventing Final came to an exciting conclusion at Morven Park International Equestrian Center with four-time Olympian Boyd Martin and Miks Master C delivering a standout performance in the final jumping phase to capture the historic win. The pair’s victory marked the conclusion of an exciting week of world-class competition, which […]
Building Confidence on Cross Country With Boyd Martin
September 2, 2025 – Cochranville, Pennsylvania Four-time Olympian Boyd Martin was quick to give memorable words of praise when riders excelled during one of the cross-country schooling sessions during Windurra Camp, a weekend educational camp held at his and his wife Silva’s facility in early August. “You’re a champion!” “You’re a freaking legend, mate!” “You’re a star! Give him […]
Boyd Martin and Miss Lulu Herself Win Advanced Division at 40th Annual Millbrook Horse Trials
Millbrook, NY – With one of only three clear rounds in the final phase of competition, Olympic veteran Boyd Martin, Cochranville, PA, claimed victory in the Advanced division of the of the Millbrook Horse Trials riding Bonnie Stedt’s Miss Lulu Herself (44.9). A light rain was falling as onlookers cheered from the VIP tents, many […]
US Equestrian Announces Defender U.S. Eventing Team for 2025 CHIO Aachen CCIO4*-S
Lexington, Ky. – US Equestrian is pleased to announce the athlete-and-horse combinations selected to represent the Defender U.S. Eventing Team at CHIO Aachen in the FEI Eventing Nations Cup CCIO4*-S hosted in Aachen, Germany, from July 2-5, 2025. The team will be led by Chef d’Equipe Leslie Law and Team Leader Christina Vaughn. The following combinations have been […]
Boyd Martin Flew Olympic Horses Overseas
July 16, 2024 Featured on: Family Trips with the Meyers Brothers Three-time Olympic Equestrian rider, Boyd Martin, joins Seth and Josh on the podcast this week! Boyd tells Seth and Josh all about moving from Australia to the U.S., how he’s always had a passion for horses and riding, the wild names his horses have […]
Who Are Boyd Martin’s Winter Olympian Parents? Everything You Need To Know About the Equestrian’s Family
June 8, 2024 | By Maleehah Shakeel Boyd Martin is gearing up for his fourth Olympic appearance, representing the United States in the upcoming Paris Games. With a notable track record that includes his current third rank in the world, Martin brings a wealth of experience and skill to the team. Despite his individual best finish […]
Boyd Martin Announces Limited Summer 2024 Tour Stops
Cochranville, Pa. – Boyd Martin has announced the dates and locations for his 2024 summer tour. The tour will start in Pennsylvania and continue through August culminating in a training camp at Windurra USA. The clinic schedule will range from one to two days with auditors welcome. There is still limited availability for participant registration and […]
JRA Calls on Top Eventer Boyd Martin for Ex-Racehorse Clinic
January 2, 2024 Japan – At no time has the issue of welfare within the horseracing industry been more of an important topic, and that includes what happens to horses beyond their racing careers. Encouragingly, there is much work being done around the world to ensure that retired racehorses are homed and utilised in a […]