USPC Press Releases
Official press releases published by the United States Pony Clubs
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2025 Live Oak Hounds–USPC Foxhunting Challenge Award Results
May 19, 2025 (Lexington, KY) — The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to announce the results of the annual Live Oak Hounds–USPC Foxhunting Challenge. The Live Oak Challenge is designed to encourage Pony Club members to try the sport and to reward members who hunt on a regular basis and who serve as mentors for newcomers. For their achievements, cash prizes are awarded annually to the top six participating Pony Clubs and Pony Club Riding Centers. These prizes are made possible through the generous support of C. Martin Wood III and Daphne Flowers Wood. The Woods are Joint Masters of the Live Oak Hounds…
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United States Pony Clubs Announces the 2026 USPC Convention Dates and Location; USPC Seeking Speakers for Event
The United States Pony Clubs announces the location and the dates for the 2026 USPC Convention, shares all of the wonderful happenings you can enjoy there, and gives more details about the call for speakers for the event.
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Find the United States Pony Clubs at Equestrian Events This Spring and Summer
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is headed for a busy spring and summer attending events. We hope you will visit us and enjoy special Pony Club-related activities at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, Equine Affaire Ohio, and at the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) National Finals.
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The United States Pony Clubs Expands Educational Opportunities Through the Acquisition of Allpony; All Horse Enthusiasts Are Welcome
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) has acquired the award-winning website Allpony.com, an online platform where horse lovers can learn all about horses, riding, and horse care. Anyone can explore Allpony, which offers dozens of educational courses and interactive games and quizzes, along with printables.
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The United States Pony Clubs Announces New Board of Governors Members
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) announced the election of the current slate of the USPC Board of Governors, who were all confirmed at the 2025 USPC Convention, held January 22-26, 2025, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa near Traverse City, Mich. The new slate included five new Board of Governors members and four new Advisory Committee members. Read more about them here.
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Educational Opportunities Offered for Pony Club Members and Horse Lovers of All Ages at the 2025 USPC Convention in the Great Lakes Region
As a leader in equestrian education, the United States Pony Clubs (USPC or Pony Club) dedicates itself to this mission year after year with the USPC Convention, an annual meeting that involves dozens of educational workshops for anyone interested in horses, along with leadership training, awards presentation, and hands-on learning activities. The 2025 USPC Convention, hosted by the Great Lakes Region, was held January 22–26, 2025, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa near Traverse City, Mich. Read all about the happenings at this year's event.
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Pony Club Invites All Horse Lovers to Enjoy Equestrian Education at the 2025 USPC Convention in January
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) invites horse lovers of all ages, experience levels, and disciplines to attend the 2025 USPC Convention, hosted by USPC and the Great Lakes Region, from January 22–26, 2025, at the Grand Traverse Resort and Spa in Traverse City, Mich. You do not have to be a member of Pony Club to attend. The event will offer a variety of educational opportunities, including leadership training, equine education, and hands-on learning activities, as well as networking, camaraderie, and connections to be made with equine enthusiasts from around the country.
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United States Pony Clubs Announces Safety Updates Related to Helmets, Stirrups, and Body Protection Vests
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) announced changes to its safety policies and tack allowances that involve helmets, body protection vests, and stirrups. These changes affect all USPC participating members and members participating in a Pony Club event from another organization, such as during an international exchange. Learn more about the changes that go into effect January 1, 2025.
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Pony Club Announces Partnership Opportunities
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) invites the equestrian community to partner with Pony Club in 2025 and beyond. We've got a lot of options, including customized sponsorship opportunities.
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70 Years Strong: The United States Pony Clubs’ Impact on the Horse World
October 31, 2024 (Lexington, KY) — Over the past seven decades, the United States Pony Clubs (USPC) has served more than 175,000 members and counting. For many, Pony Club is the start of lifelong involvement with horses. But the impact of the United States Pony Clubs over 70 years extends far beyond the barn. In addition to horse care and riding, the Pony Club program teaches important life skills and values, including teamwork, leadership, service, stewardship, and dedication. Even more than that, it is a passion and a way of life for anyone who has been involved. Officially founded on February 24, 1954, to teach safe riding and the proper…
