2014 Markel/USEF Developing and Young Horse Championships

Follow The Chronicle to the Lamplight Equestrian Center in Wayne, Ill., as we bring you all the action from these unique championships.

Ripline Represents The USA At 6-Year-Old Championships

Lindsay Berreth / 08/24/2014 - 12:48 PM

As a top Grand Prix rider aboard the U.S.-bred Paragon, Heather Blitz knows the importance of supporting breeders in her home country, so it was no surprise when she topped the 6-year-old division at the Markel/U.S. Equestrian Federation Young and Developing Horse Dressage National Championships aboard Ripline, a U.S.-bred Danish Warmblood stallion.

Fabulous Fashion At Lamplight photo gallery

Lindsay Berreth / 08/24/2014 - 12:07 AM

Bling and colorful shadbellys were abound at Lamplight. Check out a photo gallery!

Ots Ends Up On Top Of Developing Horse Grand Prix Championship

Lindsay Berreth / 08/23/2014 - 6:04 PM

Four national champions are crowned on Saturday despite a rain delay that kept the competition going until near dark.

Tips For Training Young Horses From The Markel/USEF Developing Horse Championships

Lindsay Berreth / 08/22/2014 - 4:48 PM

With the nation's top young horses on display at the Markel/U.S. Equestrian Federation Developing and Young Horse Dressage Championships at the Lamplight Equestrian Center, The Chronicle took the opportunity to track down some top riders and ask them about their general thoughts on working with their future stars.

2014 Markel/USEF Developing and Young Horse Championships