USPC Press Releases
Official press releases published by the United States Pony Clubs
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The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. Welcomes Platinum Performance as Official Supplement Provider
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to welcome Platinum Performance, Inc. as the official supplement provider of the United States Pony Clubs.
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Six Pony Club Members and the “Magnificent 7” Take on the 2026 Retired Racehorse Project Thoroughbred Makeover
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to cheer on six Pony Club members working with Sandia Creek Ranch Auxiliary Foundation (SCRAF) of Fallbrook, Calif., who are taking seven retired Thoroughbred racehorses on an unforgettable journey to the 2026 Retired Racehorse Project’s Thoroughbred Makeover, held October 7–10 at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky.
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Six Outstanding Pony Club Members Earn College Scholarships from the United States Pony Clubs
Six members of the United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) have just kicked off their college studies for the year with scholarships awarded by USPC. As the largest equestrian educational organization in North America, USPC is proud to recognize these outstanding members for their academic excellence and active involvement with Pony Club.
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The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. Welcomes Marshall+Sterling as Official Equine Insurance Partner
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is pleased to welcome Marshall+Sterling as the official equine insurance partner of the United States Pony Clubs.
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The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. Celebrates a Successful 2026 USPC Festival with Education and Championships
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) is celebrating the success of the 2026 USPC Festival. The USPC Festival returned to the Kentucky Horse Park, July 13–19, for an unforgettable week of competition and education. Pony Club members, families, and friends gathered from as far away as Hawaii for the ultimate Pony Club event, along with the legion of volunteers, coaches, judges, and clinicians it takes to make Festival happen. This year's event also featured international visitors, with USPC hosting teams from five countries participating in the Pony Club International Alliance (PCIA) Mounted Games Exchange.
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The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. and the Metropolis Federation of Equestrian Sports of Mongolia to Work Together for the Promotion of Rider Safety, Horsemanship, Horse Welfare, and World Horse Day
July 8, 2026 (Lexington, KY)—The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC or Pony Club) and the Metropolis Federation of Equestrian Sports of Mongolia (MFES) are pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Lexington, Ky., on June 22, 2026, establishing a framework for friendly cooperation between the two organizations in youth equestrian education, horsemanship, rider safety, horse welfare, responsible horsemanship, and international friendship. The MFES delegation to Lexington had a productive meeting with USPC leadership, staff, and members of the Executive Committee. The discussion reflected the shared commitment of both organizations to promote safe, educational, and culturally meaningful equestrian activities for young riders while strengthening mutual…
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USPC Festival Education Offered for All Horse Enthusiasts; Register Now for Riding Clinics with Your Horse, Plus Educational Workshops and Special Demonstrations
The 2026 USPC Festival will present top-tier immersive equestrian education across eight disciplines and horsemanship and equine industry topics at the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, Ky., July 13–19, 2026. USPC Festival speakers and clinicians include Olympians, international competitors, nationally recognized judges, and leading coaches—many holding the prestigious USPC “A” certification—who will share their expertise with horse enthusiasts of all ages. Enjoy this preview of all the clinicians and topics being presented.
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United States Pony Clubs Seeking Speakers for 2027 USPC Convention in January; Apply by August 1
The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. invites members of the equestrian community to speak at the 2027 USPC Convention, to be hosted by USPC and the Lake Shore Region, January 28–31, 2027, at the Madison Marriott West in Madison, Wis.
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TDF Awards 2026 Trip Harting Fund Grant for Pony Club Members to Sarah Buchanan
The Dressage Foundation is pleased to award a $1,000 grant from its Trip Harting Fund for Pony Club Members and Graduates to Sarah Buchanan of Oregon state.
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Virginia Region Pony Clubs Make Debut at the USEA IEL Championships
The Virginia Region Pony Clubs made a memorable first appearance at the 2026 Interscholastic Eventing League (IEL) Eventing Championship this week at Stable View, arriving with three full teams, 12 riders, and enough spirit to rival even the most seasoned programs.
