The 2025 FEI North American Youth Championships in Traverse City, Mich., featured thrilling competitions across Junior, U25, and Children’s divisions in dressage. Ella O’Neil and her Hanoverian gelding Superman won gold in the Junior Individual Final with a score of 68.324%, followed closely by Eila Fisk and Quaresma. Region 2 claimed the inaugural Children’s Team Test gold with standout performances from Grace Christianson, Madelynn Williams, and Vida Dravilas, while Alicia Berger and her Oldenburg gelding Aqua Marin impressed in the U25 Grand Prix 16-25 Test, earning gold with a personal-best 67.820%.
The event highlighted the strong partnerships between young riders and their horses, with athletes expressing pride and excitement over their performances and the unique camaraderie of the championships. The competitions continue with upcoming freestyle tests for Junior and U25 divisions, and the Children’s Individual Test, all streamed live on ClipMyHorse.TV. Fans can follow updates and results through US Equestrian and related social media channels.