Program Introduction

The mission of the Emerging Athletes Program (EAP) is to develop complete horsemen by implementing a system of identifying and nurturing talented young riders and providing them with support and assistance in achieving their full potential. This program creates opportunities for young riders to advance their education in their pursuit to become professionals within our industry. Click here for the list of Emerging Athlete Committe Members.

You spoke, We listened!

Thank you to all our members who have contacted USHJA regarding the 2010 Emerging Athletes Program.

Due to the popularity and success of the inaugural year of the Emerging Athletes Program and based upon your feedback, USHJA has made some modifications to the 2010 EAP specifications.
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Program Modifications

  • Riders may apply to participate at a Level I Training Session outside of their home Zone.
  • Applicants must not have reached their 21st birthday according to Federation rules.
  • Applicants may have competed in classes up to 1.35m in height, but no higher.
  • Riders who have competed in FEI Championships for Jumping held above 1.35m in height are not eligible to apply.

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Participants in the 2010 EAP Level I Training Sessions will be selected based on the information provided in the application, including but not limited to merit, competition record and recommendations.

Selection for the 2010 EAP Level II Training Sessions and the Level III National Training Camp will be based on riding skills, general impression of potential, overall horsemanship and written test scores as determined during their evaluations.

Recent EAP News:

Feb. 19, 2010 - Emerging Athlete Program Specification Changes
Jan. 10, 2010 - Carly Anthony and Richard Neal winners of the EAP National Training Session

2009 News:

Feb. 4, 2009 - Deadline for EAP Zone 1 and Zone 3 Level 1 Training Session Approaching
Jan. 22, 2009 - USHJA Announces 2009 EAP Level 1 Dates and Application Process

For corporate sponsorship opportunities please contact Patty Wise at 410-243-1333 ext. 223.


For questions about the USHJA Emerging Athletes Program contact Melanie Fransen, or call 859-225-6717.