Nations Cup Overview

The U.S. has a long history of success in Nations Cup competitions, which are two round jumping competitions for teams of athletes representing varying countries. The U.S. competes in the Longines League of Nations. The LLN involves qualifying competitions for participating countries and culminates with the Longines League of Nations Final each fall. In addition to qualifying events, the U.S. may participate in other Nations Cup competitions. 

 

2024 Opportunities

Apply through your Athlete Dashboard

 

CSIO5*-LLN Abu Dhabi (UAE) | February 8 - February 11, 2024 | LLN Final Qualifier

CSIO4* Wellington (USA) | February 27 - March 3, 2024

CSIO5*-LLN Ocala (USA) | March 19 - March 23, 2024 | LLN Final Qualifier

CSIO3* Kronenberg (NED) | May 15 - May 19, 2024

CSIO5* Rome | May 22 - May 26, 2024 | Short List Observation Event

CSIO5*-LLN St. Gallen (SUI) | May 30 - June 2, 2024 | LLN Final Qualifier Short List Observation Event

CSIO5* La Baule (FRA) | June 5 - June 9, 2024 | Short List Observation Event

CSIO3* Roeser (LUX) | June 5 - June 9, 2024

CSIO5*-LLN Rotterdam (NED) | June 20 - June 23, 2024 | LLN Final Qualifier Short List Observation Event

CSIO5* Aachen (GER) | July 2 - July 7, 2024 | Short List Observation Event

CSIO5* Falsterbo (SWE) | July 11 - July 14, 2024

CSIO5* Dublin (IRL) | August 14 - August 18, 2024

 

Additional Nations Cups are under consideration.

 

Longines League of Nations Final

CSIO5*-LLN Barcelona (ESP)
October 3 - 6, 2024 

 

Team versus Individual Applications

To be considered for Team selection, an athlete must complete the Team Application for the Event through the Online Applications section of the Athlete Dashboard, per the Application Instructions in the Additional Resources section below.

In order to compete as an Individual at a CSIO event, an athlete must submit the FEI Entry through their Athlete Dashboard.  Directions for submitting the FEI Entry are available from US Equestrian Athlete Services.  Note that submitting an FEI Entry does not guarantee invitation to an Event.

 

2024 FEI Nations Cup Results
 

  • CSIO5* LLN Abu Dhabi (UAE) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 6th Place
    • Alise Oken & Gelvera (Hi Hopes Farm LLC)
    • Callie Schott & Garant (Southern Arches LLC)
    • Hannah Selleck & Cloud 39 (Descanso Farm)
    • Aaron Vale & Carissimo 25 (Debbie Smith)
  • CSIO4* Wellington (USA) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 3rd Place
    • Karl Cook & Caracole De La Roque (Signe Ostby)
    • Laura Kraut & Bisquetta (Cherry Knoll Farm)
    • Zayna Rizvi & Exquise Du Pachis (Optimus Agro nv)
    • McLain Ward & Ilex (Bonne Chance Farm and McLain Ward)
  • CSIO5* LLN Ocala (USA) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 3rd Place
    • Kent Farrington & Landon (Haity McNerney)
    • Laura Kraut & Baloutinue (St. Bride's Farm)
    • Aaron Vale & Carissimo 25 (Debbie Smith)
    • McLain Ward & Callas (Beechwood Stables LLC)
  • CSIO3* Kronenberg (NED) | Chef d'Equipe Anne Kursinski | 5th Place
    • Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen & Gideon (Serenity Farm)
    • Coco Fath & Aventador 5 (Hillside Farm LLC)
    • Ansgar Holtgers Jr. & Good Morning B (Gut Einhaus, LLC)
    • Michael Hughes & Kashmir Van D'Oude Pastory (Stephex Stables & Vital Van Ham)
  • CSIO5* Rome (ITA) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 4th Place
    • Karl Cook & Caracole de la Roque (Signe Ostby)
    • Lillie Keenan & Argan de Beliard (Chansonette Farm LLC)
    • Alise Oken & Gelvera (Hi Hopes Farm LLC)
    • Aaron Vale & Carissimo 25 (Debbie Smith)
  • CSIO5* La Baule (FRA) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 6th Place
    • Karl Cook & Caracole de la Roque (Signe Ostby)
    • Kent Farrington & Landon (Haity McNerney)
    • Lillie Keenan & Argan de Beliard (Chansonette Farm LLC)
    • Aaron Vale & Carissimo 25 (Debbie Smith)
  • CSIO3* Roeser (LUX) | Chef d'Equipe Anne Kursinski | 10th Place
    • Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen & Gideon (Serenity Farm)
    • Coco Fath & Aventador 5 (Hillside Farm LLC)
    • Elena Haas & Claude (Elena Haas)
    • Michael Hughes & Kashmir Van D'Oude Pastory (Stephex Stables & Vital Van Ham)
  • CSIO5* LLN Rotterdam (NED) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 10th Place
    • Laura Kraut & Baloutinue (St. Bride's Farm)
    • Callie Schott & Garant (Southern Arches LLC)
    • Jessica Springsteen & Don Juan Van De Donkhoeve (Stone Hill Farm)
    • McLain Ward & Callas (Beechwood Stables LLC)
  • CSIO5* Aachen (GER) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 9th Place
    • Natalie Dean & Acota M (Marigold Sporthorses, LLC)
    • Katie Dinan & Out of the Blue SCF (Grant Road Partners LLC)
    • Laura Kraut & Baloutinue (St. Bride's Farm)
    • McLain Ward & Ilex (Bonne Chance Farm and McLain Ward)
  • CSIO5* Falsterbo (SWE) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 4th Place
    • Mimi Gochman & Cosmos BH (Gochman Sport Horse LLC)
    • Spencer Smith & Keeneland (Ashland Farms)
    • Adrienne Sternlicht & Origa V/H Zuid-Pajottenland (Starlight Farms 1 LLC)
    • Aaron Vale & Carissimo 25 (Debbie Smith)
  • CSIO5* Dublin (IRL) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 1st Place
    • Lucy Davis Kennedy & Ben 431 (Old Oak Group)
    • Spencer Smith & Keeneland (Ashland Farms & Storm Ridge Captial LLC)
    • Aaron Vale & Carissimo 25 (The Carissimo Group)
    • McLain Ward & Callas (Beechwood Stables LLC)
  • CSIO5* LLN Final Barcelona (ESP) | Chef d'Equipe Robert Ridland | 6th Place
    • Lucy Davis Kennedy & Ben 431 (Old Oak Group)
    • Alex Matz & Ikigai (5 Star Partners)
    • Spencer Smith & Keeneland (Ashland Farms & Storm Ridge Capital LLC)
    • Aaron Vale & Carissimo 25 (The Carissimo Group)

 

 

Additional Resources

Application Instructions for U.S. CSIO Teams

Step-by-step instructions for completing the online application for a U.S. CSIO Team. These instructions are ONLY for athletes seeking selection to a Team. In order to compete as an Individual at a CSIO event, an athlete must complete the Athlete Services Application.

Selection Procedures U.S. CSIO Teams

Updated January 1, 2019