Fall 2015 - Interscholastic Equestrian Association

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NATIONAL
FINALS
ISSUE
Fall 2015
CONTENTS
2
2015 Senior Scholarships
Zone 2 awarded $1,000 in scholarships to outstanding seniors.
5
From The Executive Director
By Roxane Lawrence
6 Hunt Seat Finals
12 Take The Reins Trivia
Find answers on page 13.
14 Western National Finals Finals
18 Judge’s Corner
A test of true Horsemanship
20 The Leg Up
{IEA President}
Nancy Arledge • [email protected]
{IEA Executive Director}
Roxane Lawrence • [email protected]
{IEA Chief Operating and Marketing Officer}
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{IEA Membership Marketing Coordinator}
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{IEA Communications Coordinator}
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By Sue Wentzel
24 Seacrest
Seacrest named best at IEA Hunt Seat Finals
25 Setting The Record Straight
26 Rider Profiles
Hunt Seat champion Ransome Hughes Rombauer and
Western champion Caroline Elizabeth Gute
28 IEA National Sportsmanship Award
2015 National Sportsmanship Award winner Hannah Bentz
30 2015 Program Art Contest
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2015 Hunt Seat champion rider Ransome
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2015 Senior Scholarships
Megan
Zugger
Zone 2 awarded $1,000 in scholarships to outstanding seniors.
The applicants had to be competing members of Zone 2 IEA for
a minimum of one competition during the 2014-2015 season.
Applicants were judged on academic merit, personal achievements and their essay. This year, there were two exceptional seniors out of 16 applicants. Each received $500 in scholarship
money after completing the application process.
ESSAY BY MEGAN ZUGGER
Leadership Lessons Courtesy of the IEA
The most powerful lesson that the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) has taught me can be summarized by one of
John F. Kennedy’s most famous quotes; “Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” Throughout the seven
years I have been competing in the IEA, on the surface I was
learning more about horses and growing as a rider, but secretly
I also was growing as a leader. The leadership qualities that the
IEA allowed me to learn have not only made me a better equestrian, but also have helped me to become a more gracious
competitor and have helped me to form lifelong relationships.
In my earliest years of riding in the IEA, I had many role
models. Even before I was old enough to participate, I can recall watching my coach’s team practice and longing to be a part
of it. My eagerness was due in part to the impact that the older
girls had on me. My first year of IEA, like many others, was extremely intimidating. The guidance of the older members of
the team made my introduction smooth, which inevitably led
to me falling in love with the IEA. As the years passed, and one
by one my role models graduated, I began to realize that I was
beginning to fill their shoes. Since I had been riding in the IEA,
my coach began to refer to me as her go-to kid when she
needed help. She would often put me in charge of things such
as; getting draws, helping my teammates to know when they
were riding, and making sure that they were dressed on time.
The responsibilities given to me by my coach put me in a leadership position, which allowed me to make an impact on my
team. Over the past few years, many of my younger teammates
began to refer to me as their mentor. This made me feel honored, but also made me realize the potential that I have to impact others, both positively and negatively. Because of this, I
became more conscience of my attitude towards competing
and I became a more humble and gracious competitor. I
quickly realized that I needed to have a positive outlook, even
when things did not go as planned, because there were others
around me who looked to me as an example.
Every member of the IEA has experienced good draws and bad
draws. After competing in around 50 IEA competitions, I have experienced a wide variety of horses. I ensured that I was setting a
good example for others by looking at the tough horses as a
learning experience instead of a bad draw. Simultaneously, I
began to realize how much more I was benefiting from my rides.
This year especially, I rode horses that were unlike any others I
had ridden before, but I felt more open-minded and eager to
ride a tougher draw than I had in years past. The pressure of having others look up to me has humbled me greatly and taught me
that every ride has the potential to teach me something not only
about riding, but also sportsmanship and leadership.
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Haley
Ruffner
Being in a leadership role taught me that leading by example and practicing good sportsmanship myself, is the best way
to promote good sportsmanship for my team and everyone
around me as a whole. I have learned that leadership does not
stem from a superior and an inferior, but is fostered through
communication, trust, and leading by example. The experiences that the IEA has given me are the tools that I will use
when I embark on the next chapter of my life in the fall. I now
feel empowered enough to strive to continue to have a positive
impact on those around me in all aspects of my life. The relationships I have made with my teammates, competitors, and all
the families within my region have motivated me to be the best
version of myself so that I can empower others, just as I feel I
have been empowered by the IEA. It pains me to have to say
goodbye to this amazing organization, but I know I am leaving
having gained invaluable lessons that I will carry with me
through my college experiences and beyond.
ESSAY BY HALEY RUFFNER
On the eve of her eighth birthday, a little girl’s parents told her
that she was the owner of her first pony; so began what she
thought would be a lifelong friendship. I’m that little girl and, for
the sake of honesty, I must admit my repulsion the first time I
laid eyes on Bebe, the sorrel pony I was to ride. Having been
rescued from a slaughterhouse, the 2-year-old filly’s coat lay in
tatters, her belly swollen with worms. Nevertheless, her quiet,
liquid brown eyes and inquisitive nature soon won me over. As
we grew up together, I trained her in trivial things: how to canter
on the correct lead, how to jump, and how to trust. Although
these seemed of utmost importance to my childish mind, today I
can reflect that what she taught me was vastly more influential in
the formation of my character and morals. Bebe instructed me in
the ways of patience, kindness, and courage.
I learned to be patient when she remained unable to comprehend
my cues. After all, we did not speak the same language. Over
time, our bond increased to the point at which it almost seemed
that we did. When I grew older, my parents saw fit to share with
me that my equine friend, an unwanted yearling, had been sent
to an auction where the horses’ only identities were the tags on
their ears that displayed their value in pounds of meat. Through
this, I concluded that compassion was integral in association with
others (human or otherwise), because nobody knows what kind
of terrors they had experienced in their upbringing. Similarly, the
extent of my courage and positive thinking formed in my last few
years with Bebe, when we began jumping in earnest at Houghton
College and SUNY Geneseo’s cross-country courses. The idea of
galloping headlong through a field or forest over jumps varying
in size and scariness thrilled and terrified us both. There is an oft-
used expression for equestrians: “If you throw your heart over
the jump, your horse will follow.” Translated into real-world applications, this meant it was imperative to trust the 1,000 pounds
of muscle and adrenaline beneath me to carry us both safely to
the end of the course, for if I was unsure of Bebe’s ability, there
was a high likelihood that she would falter.
However, falter she did not until nearly five years later. The
day remains scarred vividly into my memory; a cool July morning
beginning for me at five o’clock and blurring into a humid afternoon until my world ended. The previous night, Bebe had
contracted a brief but panic-inducing bout of colic. The local
vet had been called and speculated that it was a small matter of
excess gas built up in Bebe’s abdomen; she gave us medicine
and instructions to check on Bebe throughout the night, but
she was confident that the colic would not return. Nevertheless,
I awoke to the sound of shod hooves on the driveway at dawn
the morning following that nearly sleepless night.
Observing through my bedroom window as I rubbed the last
vestiges of sleep from tired eyes, my mother and horse could be
discerned through the fog, tracing yesterday’s incessant footsteps
up and down the cement. This steady, reassuring rhythm was
occasionally interrupted by heart-stopping pauses in which
Bebe tried to lay down. As the day progressed, Bebe’s condition
worsened until she stumbled around the indoor arena (we had
moved inside so that she was cushioned by sand when she tired
and fell). Eventually she lay in the arena with her head cradled
in my arms. Several vets visited throughout the day, only to
mumble and shake their heads, saying that the only way to save
my best friend was to make her suffer the two-and-a-half hour
trailer ride to the nearest surgical institute, where we would
pay at least $10,000 for the necessary surgery. They also told us
she would not survive the trailer ride.
Thus, it came to be that my very first horse, Bebe, rested her
tired head in my lap while the final vet pumped two fatal
syringes of poison into her veins to stop her heart. “So unfortunate,
unfortunate,” the vet murmured, tearing the sterilizing cover
from the deadly syringe, studiously avoiding my accusing, bloodshot, and tear-glazed eyes. At that point, I experienced a panicstricken urge to flee that scene of impending death, to run until
I could pretend it was a nightmare. However, I did not leave
Bebe’s side. I recognized that she deserved at least the small
comfort my presence might provide in her last moments. The
courage we learned from each other was exemplified the most
in those final painful minutes: I suffered the entire euthanization
process alongside my best friend, whispering through the falling
tears to tell her how brave she was and that I would see her
again someday. Likewise, Bebe shared her quiet strength with
me even as she faded away, unflinching as the needle punctured
her skin. Later, I would be told that multiple vets had commented
on the bond between Bebe and I, and had shared with my
mother that a lesser horse would have given up much sooner in
the face of such debilitating pain; Bebe fought until the very
end for my sake as much as hers.
Though this statement is cliché, its veracity is proven time
and time again: “the true value of something often is not
discerned until after it has been lost.” For this reason, every
second with loved ones must be treasured. Even the things that
one assumes he or she would have forever can be wrenched
away in a heartbeat; such is life. Loosing a loved one leaves a
wound in the heart of all it affects and it is among the slowest to
heal. Bebe acted as an anchor in my ever-changing childhood,
and I am doubtful that there will come a day when recollections
of that miserable July day will not invoke sorrow. Death is an inherent part of life, and yet the regularity of its occurrence does
not deem it any less heartbreaking. All that can be done while
on this earth is to always remember what is truly important in
life and cherish time with loved ones.
Only a few weeks after Bebe’s death, I was introduced to the
Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) through Alfred University’s Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA)’s coach
Harry Hurd. He reintroduced me to riding at a time when I
could not have done it on my own, and for that I am forever
grateful. Through IEA, I met two of my best friends who
supported me through my loss and never fail to make me smile.
As a member of Alfred University’s hunt seat and Western
teams, I was able to ride with several different coaches and a
variety of school horses, which was an eye-opening experience
since I had only really ridden one horse for the past five years. I
learned to love horses again without the constant fear of the
fragility of their life; I learned how to get a sense of a horse’s behavior within moments of mounting; and I learned how to
support my teammates through whatever happened in the
ring. These are all life lessons that will stay with me forever, but
I believe that the most important thing I learned through the
IEA was how to accept responsibility.
My coaches have always been adamant that, no matter which
horse I draw or how he behaves, it’s never the horse’s fault. It’s
all too easy to have a bad ride and come storming out of the
ring and say, “That was all the horse’s fault.” It takes strength
and sportsmanship to have a bad ride, acknowledge that I
didn’t communicate effectively with my mount and analyze my
own riding for improvement, so that the next time one of my
teammates or I draw that horse or a similar one, we are
prepared to handle the situation. I’ve learned the value of
always petting my horse after the ride, whether I just won the
class or it was a train wreck--whatever happened, that horse
still carried me through the class and did the same for countless
others that day, and he deserves praise. I’ve learned to thank
the horse handler who has been working since dawn to groom,
warm up, and prepare that horse. Without them, the IEA
couldn’t exist, and I think that sometimes horse providers and
handlers are overlooked. I have become more aware of my
actions in and out of the arena and achieved personal growth
through Alfred University’s IEA team, and I hope to continue on
into IHSA next year.
Riding with a team is a unique and positive experience,
different from most horse shows that I attend outside of the
IEA. There is a much more constructive, open, and companionable
atmosphere that allows for teams to bond amongst themselves
and other teams and support each other through good rides
and bad, which is an integral part of exemplifying IEA’s message.
It raises the bar for all riders to display benevolence and sportsmanship, and it has inspired me to be the best rider I can be
and a role model for my team and others. IEA came into my life
at an essential point in my riding career: it could have been the
end of my time as an equestrian, but instead it presented a new
beginning and another chance at continuing on with the sport
and lifestyle that I love.
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F ROM T H E E X E C U T I V E DI R E C TOR
“COMING TOGETHER IS A BEGINNING.
KEEPING TOGETHER IS A PROGRESS.
WORKING TOGETHER IS A SUCCESS.”
—ANONYMOUS
IEA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ROXANE LAWRENCE
“These
adventures
make us closer
friends and
closer families,
and give us
great
memories to
share for years
to come.”
I admit that I became a serious basketball fan this year. My home team, the Cleveland Cavaliers,
kept me fired up all season long. It started with the Nike video that kicked off our season as thousands of fans rocked and chanted, “Hard work! Together!” (youtube.com/watch?v=n6S1JoCSVNU).
The season started with a losing record, but the team persevered to make the playoffs, and continued
to fight together with grit and unity all the way to the Championship Series. “All in!” was the Cleveland slogan that wrapped up the season, and proved that it is not only the power of the team, but
the support of the community that really leads to ultimate success.
What does this have to do with IEA you say? Well at the core of the IEA is you—working in
conjunction with fellow members to bring the passion and set the future for our industry! And
it’s not just you and your friends; it’s your IEA coaches, trainers, horse providers, veterinarians,
and industry professionals, who help you achieve the ultimate success! You are an essential
part of a team, and as IEA membership expands, so does the stability and longevity of equine
sports, and you enjoy the benefits of everyone’s best efforts.
The ideals of teamwork apply to IEA’s staff as well. In direct support of our members, we
have a tireless, hard-working staff that is dedicated to your success. We love each other like
family, enjoy the camaraderie of the group, and lean on each other for help on difficult issues.
Directing and organizing the members and activities of the IEA is an incredible group of individuals with a personal commitment to the organization, and beyond the office walls there is
the entire equine community team that inspires us.
This expanded team includes the National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) which has
been an incredible alliance partner-donating memberships and significant prizes, hosting our
Western Finals for the past four years, and even publishing this magazine on our behalf! The
American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA) has been a generous title sponsor of our
Hunt Seat Finals for several years. Partnerships with the United States Equestrian Federation
(USEF), United States Pony Clubs, Inc. (USPC), Certified Horsemanship Association (CHA),
and American Youth Horse Council (AYHC) bring educational opportunities to our members.
And several new and expanded partnerships are in current negotiations.
Our retail and collegiate sponsors round out the support system. Dover Saddlery has supported our Hunt Seat riders as a former title sponsor of our National Finals and as the recent
sponsor of the Upper School Team competitions throughout the last year. Their Western counterpart, Smith Brothers, has equally supported the Western Finals. Long-time sponsors like
Hodges Badge Company, Show Trunk II, RJ Classics, Rod’s Western Palace, and RevitaVet,
along with the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) and multiple, individual collegiate
programs have boosted our awards, scholarships and recognition for members.
As you can see, it’s all about team at the IEA. The support you receive from the entire equine
community has been an integral part of our success. As individual members, I want you to
know that the staff of the IEA is behind you, and the entire equine community is cheering for
you! “Hard Work, Together” sums it up for all of us!
Sincerely,
Roxane Lawrence
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UPPER SCHOOL INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
Varsity Open Over Fences Team
Junior Varsity Novice Over Fences Individual
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Bobbie Jo Adsit
Taylor Valencia
Lindsay Anderson
Nicole DeWinkeleer
Madeline Davis
Francesca Eremeeva
Alisha Giordano
Selina Petronelli
Woodpecker Farm
Hunter Run Farm CO
Little Glen Equestrian Team
Elvenstar
Beckett Run Equestrian Team
Stoneleigh Burnham School
St. John The Baptist
John Carroll Equestrian Team
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Ruth Galazan
Anna Brett Hyde
Sarah Addy
Morgan Reifsteck
Jordyn Musi
Kelsie Brooks
Meredith Hutchens
Noah Fioravanti
Avon Valley Show Stables
Fountain Valley School
Creekside Farm SC
Touch of Class Farm
Maypine
Cornerstone Equestrian GA
HRA/Foxtail Farm
Hunters Run CT
Varsity Open Flat Individual
Junior Varsity Novice Flat Individual
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Ransome Rombauer
Avery Morgan
Paris Sommerfeld
Mackensie Bowles
Carley Julius
Erin Gordon
Caleigh Cianci
Kristina Hodge
Sonoma Academy
Carolina Country Acres
Elvenstar
Clover Grove
Wachusett Equestrian Team
In Stride CO
Middle GA Equestrian Team
Lambert High School
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Lydia Wells
Sarah Arensberg
Natalie Nordyke
Lindsay Sage
Lydia Korikian
Sydney Gowen
Emily Leins
Camryn Dwyer
Fox Run Equestrian
Yinger Equestrian Team
Folly Farm
Hillside Meadows
Sid Griffith Equestrian Club
Crossroads East Valley Equestrian AZ
Madeira School
Fall River Farm
Varsity Intermediate Over Fences Individual
Junior Varsity Beginner Flat Individual
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Logan Goetz
Abrielle Reed
Shannon Allen
Kara Hillman
Madison Spangle
Kate Coffey
Fallon O’Connell
Jessica Sherman
In Stride CO
Edelweiss
Milton High School Equestrian Team
Zionsville Equestrian Team
Fox Run Equestrian
North Gate
Scottsdale Equestrian Team
Last Lap Ranch
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Grace Hoey
Nicole Chapman
Kaleigh Marschall
Sydney Lathi
Karina Cheah
Makenna Clower
Mily Ayala
Cara Stewart
Emerald City Equestrian Team
Barrie - Reddemeade
Wall Street Farm Wellington
Woodside Equestrian
The Other Left @Oatlands
Just A Little Farm Equestrian Team
Cheval Bleu
Varsity Intermediate Flat Individual
TEAM
Mika Poblete
Allison Dayley
Ava Rosenberry
Tyler Bui
Raegan Gould
Abigail (Abey) Klotz
Reide Smithers
Morgan Blank
Full Moon Farm
Hazelwild Farm
Tuscarawas Equestrian Team
Saddle Rowe
Lightacres
White Rock
In Stride CO
Take A Jump
Hunt Seat Leading
Rider, Ransome
Rombauer
RIDER
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
PLACE
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MIDDLE SCHOOL INDIVIDUAL RESULTS
Future Intermediate Over Fences Individual
Future Novice Flat Individual
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Rachel Tanio
Ariana Angelis
Lexi Carson
Katy Merchant
Erika Jakobson
Josie Elliott
Burgin Lee
Ellie Parker
Garrison Forest Community
Empress Equestrian Team
Edelweiss
Briarwood Farm NJ
Carriage Hill Farms
Clover Grove
Hillmar Farm Equestrian Team
In Stride CO
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Katharine Duval
Chloe Love
Amelia Saling
Emily Grace Swinson
Olivia Saldivar
Olivia Corwin
Emma Fraser
Emma Hayday
Dutchess Equestrian Team
Lucky C Stables
Team Smoak Meadow
Fox Run Equestrian
Orchard Creek Equestrian Team
Sweet Hills
Red Acre
Grier School
Future Intermediate Flat Individual
Future Beginner Flat Individual
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Alexa Frase
Matilda Hallowell
Isabela de Sousa
Jessica Morris
Maddy Lima
Ava Tierney
Monique Cormier
Isabella Anderson
Touch of Class Farm
Team KMT
Liftoff Equestrian Team
In Stride CO
IEC- International Equestrian Center
Lake Effect Equestrian Team
Tan Line Stables
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Marina McDonald
Kaylin Hall
Juliana Ligori
Natalie Dresdow
Kennedy Ryan
Amanda Wagelaar
Megan Reilly
Lexi Freas
Muddy Brook Farm
Maypine
Premier Hunter
Cedar Creek Equestrian Center
Triple Bar Stables
Triple Bar Stables
Sweet Hills
Old Homestead Farm
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Ellison Neumann
Riley King
Elise Mignone
Sarah Hyde
Victoria Neidnig
Grace Carson
Sarah Kimsey
Alexandra Russo
Gateway Equestrian Team
Meadowbrook Stables
Plainbrooke Farm
Team Four Star Equestrian
Greystone Stables
Edelweiss
Four Seasons Farm
RCR Farms
Future Novice Over Fences Individual
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2015 Hunt Seat
Parade of Teams
UPPER SCHOOL TEAM RESULTS
Overall Team Placings
Junior Varsity Novice Over Fences Xrails Team
PLACE
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Chatham Hall
Way Farm
Full Moon Farm
Cambridge Equestrian
Sid Griffith Equestrian Team
Lucky C Stables
Summer Hill Farm
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Kate Nesbitt
Allie Gauthier
Kenya Boston
Tessa Queirolo
Alisa Siebenmorgan
Sierra Caldwell
Paige Mox
Abigail Vernacchia
Way Farm
Cambridge High School
Full Moon Farm
The Ethel Walker School
Middle GA Equestrian
West Licking District
Triple Bar Stables
Varsity Open Over Fence 2' 6" Team
Junior Varisity Novice on the Flat Team
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Lauren Lacy
Grace Fulton
Carly Stirewalt
Taylor Chevalier
Madison DeRegis
Madison Landis
Bobbie Jo Adsit
Ana Christina Zentner
Summer Hill Farms Equestrian Team TX
Full Moon Farm
Lucky C Stables
Way Farm
Woodpecker Farm
Chatham Hall
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Lydia Korikian
Tessa Queirolo
Kenya Boston
Emily Simanskis
Allie Gauthier
Giavanna Spadafore
Lauren L’Herminier
Elisa Palmier
Sid Griffith Equestrian Team
The Ethel Walker School
Full Moon Farm
Chatham Hall
Boulder Brook Equestrian Center
North Gate
Varsity Open on the Flat Team
Junior Varsity Beginner on the Flat Team
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Madison DeRegia
Abby Hastings
Caroline Molther
Hannah Bentz
Rebeka Hunt
Ashley Murray
Bobbie Jo Adsit
Cleo Mueller Fountain
Way Farm
Lucky C Stables
Waschusett Equestrian Team
Select Equestrian Team
Woodpecker Farm
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Lilian Schaffer
Sarah Doss
Ariana Chinoporos
Celeste Nobrega
Sarah Pierce
Katie Brooks
Kaleigh Marschall
Noelle Heacock
Front Range Equestrian
Chantham Hall
North Gate
Lucky C Stables
Wall Street Farm Equestrian
Triple Bar Stables
Varsity Intermediate Over Fences Team
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Molly Hoskins
Jaclyne Soukoulis
Elizabeth Trexler
Kate Coffey
Gianna D’Arrigo
Tanner Pfeffer
Paige Adams
Rachel Scalen
Triple Bar Stables
Chatham Hall
North Gate
Glory Springs Riding Team
Way Farm
Bobby Jo Adsit
riding El Chorro
in the Varsity
Open Over
Fences
Individual Class.
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Elizabeth Trexler
Kylie Blair
Mary Madison Randolph
Ally Joy
Alyssa Kelley
Avery Dukes
Leah Kuhn
Kate Coffey
Chatham Hall
Front Range Equestrian
Middle GA Equestrian Team
Sid Griffith Equestrian Club
Wachuett Equestrian Team
Summer Hill Farms Equestrian Team TX
North Gate
Varsity Intermediate on the Flat Team
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MIDDLE SCHOOL TEAM RESULTS
Future Novice Over Fences Xrails Team
PLACE
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Boulder Brook Equestrian
Full Moon Farm
Muddy Brook Farm
Brownwood Farm Equestrian Team
Tally Ho South Carolina
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Jacob Connell
Kendall Wyszynski
Charlotte Meyers
Mallory Francis
Genevieve Heyn
Shira Hadar
Anna Barnett
Madison Fankhauser
Full Moon Farm
Southern New Jersey
HRA/Foxtail Farm
Tally Ho SC
Future Intermediate Over Fences Team
Future Novice Flat Team
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Madeline Vorhies
Reagan Havron
Grace Farnham
Emily Brown
Emily Johnson
Emily Nadler
Angela Calicchio
Isabela de Sousa
Brownwood Farm Equestrian Team
Summer Hill Farms Eq Team TX
Muddy Brook Farm
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Genevieve Heyn
Charlotte Meyers
Kailea Zlatunich
Alexa Runnels
Meghan Hancock
Lindsay Kovalcik
Halli Coulter
Madelyn VanWestervelt
MVCS Equestrian
Zionsville Equestrian
Century Manor Far
HRA/Foxtail Farm
Saddle Row
Full Moon Farm
Future Beginner Flat Team
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Samanthat Yaffa
Isabela de Sousa
Emily Brown
Skye Bolen
Zoe Levitan
Emily Johnsons
Mallory Francis
Emma Fletcher
Wall Street Farm Equestrian
MVCS Equestrian
Woodside Equestrian
HRA/Foxtail Farm
Grazing Fields
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Lindsay Woodall
Marina McDonald
Elizabeth Murphy
Ryan Lindimore
Samantha Rehak
Shannon Dignard
Liam Teare
Sarah Liebmann
Tally Ho SC
Muddy Brook Farm
Lucky C Stables
Full Moon Farm
HRA/Foxtail Farm
Woodside Equestrian
Jentri Equestrian Team
Hunt Seat Middle School Champions,
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Future Intermediate Flat Team
Hunt Seat Team Spirit
Award, Summer Hills
Farms, TX
Hunt Seat Outstanding
Horse, Seacrest
SPECIAL AWARDS
2015 Leading Rider
Holy Innocents’ Horsemanship Award
Ransome Rombauer
presented by the United States Pony Club, Inc.
Sonoma Academy
Overall Top 4 Winners
Varsity Open Championship Class
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
9th
10th
Ransome Rombauer
Bobbie Jo Adsit
Avery Morgan
Francesca Eremeeva
Paris Sommerfeld
Madeline Davis
Lindsay Anderson
MacKensie Bowles
Carly Julius
Taylor Valencia
Sonoma Academy
Woodpecker Farm
Carolina Country Acres
Elvenstar
Beckett Run Equestrian Team
Little Glen Equestrian Team
Clover Grove
Hunter Run Farm CO
RIDER
TEAM
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
Emily Koss-Stephany
Hannah Bentz
Madeline Herrick
Leah Kuhn
Vantage Point
Wall Street Farm
Cornerstone
High School Awards
Parent Sportsmanship Award
Greg Kelley
PLACE
Full Moon Farm
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Hannah Bentz
Madeleine Herrick
Emily Koss-Stephany
Leah Kuhn
Lauren Brown
Avery Dukes
Kayla Lott
Olivia Donnarumma
Wall Street
Cornerstone
Vantage Point
Zionsville
Summer Hill
Elvenstar
Summer Hill
Hugo Vidal Sportsmanship Award
Kate Coffee
Middle School Awards
North Gate
Coach Sportsmanship Award
Katie Schaaf
North Gate
Team Spirit Award
Summer Hills Farms TX
Outstanding Hunt Seat Horse Award
RIDER
TEAM
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Jenny Heyn
Emily Johnson
Skye Bolen
Emma Fletcher
Rachel Tanio
Grace Heindenriech
Zoe Levitan
Prudence Grendol
Liftoff Equesreian
Scottsdale
MVCS
Grazing fields
Garrison Forest School
Grazing Fields
Woodside
Vantage Point
Seacrest Stables
Hunt Seat Coach & Rider
Sportsmanship Winner, Kate
Coffey and Katie Schaaf
Seacrest
PLACE
Hunt Seat parent sportsmanship award winner
Greg Kelly, pictured with
daughter, Alyssa Kelly.
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WORD SCRAMBLE
“About Horses”
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The IEA holds a TRIVIA CONTEST
with prizes every month on
Facebook. Follow the IEA on
Facebook (IEA - Interscholastic
Equestrian Association) to
learn more.
1. True or False: When a horse
swishes their tail it may be a
sign that they are irritated,
warning other horses to keep
their distance.
2.What sound does a horse
make to signal danger?
3. What does it mean when a
horse’s ears are pricked forward?
4.What is a horse conveying
when it “squeals”?
5. What is most likely happening
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when a horse stops eating,
stretches their neck out and
opens their mouth showing
their teeth?
Q: What does it mean if you find a horseshoe?
A: Some poor horse is walking around in his socks.
Q: Why do cowboys ride horses?
A: Because they’re too heavy to carry!
Q: What is the difference between a horse and a duck?
A: One goes quick and the other goes quack!
Q: Why did the boy stand behind the horse?
A: He thought he might get a kick out of it!
Q: What's a horse’s favorite sport?
A: Stable tennis.
Got a funny horse joke that you would like to share? Email it
to [email protected] to have it featured in the next issue.
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After 4 years apart, the Hunt
Seat and Western disciplines will
be reunited for the 2016 National Finals! Scheduled to be
held in the Kentucky Horse
Park’s Alltech Arena, this year’s
Nationals is shaping up to be an
epic event! Riders and their
families will be excited to attend
educational seminars, demonstrations, social events, activities and tours in beautiful
Lexington, Kentucky. With great
prizes, plenty of shopping, and
excellent competition, you
won't want to miss this one.
GAME PAGE KEY
Word Scramble Answers
Filly
2. Large
Mane 4. Hooves
Answer: Yearling
1.
3.
Trivia Question Answers
1. True: While tail swishing can also be simply to keep away bugs, it is
often seen as a sign of irritation.
2. A horse will “snort” when alerting its companions that there is
something to be concerned about. A snort can be heard (by a human)
for up to 50 yards.
3. When a horse’s ears are pricked forward they are interested in
something in front of them.
4. When a horse squeals it is a sign that they are annoyed or angry.
5. A horse in this position is most likely choking.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
FOR APRIL 20–24 AND
STAY TUNED TO SOCIAL
MEDIA AND THE IEA
WEBSITE FOR EXCITING
UPDATES THROUGHOUT
THE SEASON.
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WALTENBERRY
Dare Equestrian Team, Western
National Finals Upper School
Team Overall Champions
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Central Carolina Equestrian Team,
Western National Finals Middle
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UPPER SCHOOL TEAM FINALS
JV Novice Horsemanship Individual
PLACE
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Dare Equestrian Team
KM Equestrian
Autumn Rose Equestrians
Forsyth Central Equestrian Team
Brookwood Equestrian Team
Central Carolina Equestrian Team
Hancock Horsemen
Grove City Area Equestrian Team
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Laura Meadows
Carsyn Miller
Sabrina Buck
Jonelle Nissen
Brooke Clymer
Sophia Christy
Taylor Meek
Kiley Stadtmiller
King Show Horses Equestrian Team
Hancock Horsemen
KM Equestrian
Team Need A Hand
Alfred Universty Interscholastic Team
Varsity Open Reining Individual
JV Beginner Horsemanship Individual
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Caroline Gute
Jordan Carpenter
Tyler Kirby
Emma Willeke
Jordan Medsker
Taylor Masson
Jordyn Clark
Olivia Pakula
Arnold Equestrian Team
KM Equestrian
Hillside Meadows
TRH Youth Reining Club
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Kimberly Hartman
Rylee Aurand
Julianna Escobar
Evan Thomas
Erika Lundquist
Grace Markowski
Maggie Yates
Tori Papuchis
KM Equestrian
Saddlebrook Equestrian Center
Equine Differences
Hillside Meadows
Mountaineer Equestrian Team
Team Need A Hand
Varsity Open Horsemanship Individual
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Sydney Hoffa
Patricia Wingate
Lilly Nowak
Erica Hathaway
Fallyn Harkin
Audrey Baker
Jordan Medsker
Aubrey Braham
Equine Differences
Team Need A Hand
Grier School
Bay Hill Farm
Bay Hill Farm
Western National Finals
Champion Western Rider,
Caroline Gute
Varsity Intermediate Reining Individual
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Addy Cullum
Leah Palm
Allie Rhoads
Danielle McDermott
Connor Hobby
Emi Knight
Jordan Scott
Kaleigh Geringer
Caustelot Farms Equestrian Team
Last Lap Ranch
White Fork Ranch
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Erin Bosse
Lauren Nissen
Emma Ferguson
Jamie Boyer
Anna Lia Sullivan
Mallory Baker
Anna Wermert
Megan Burian
KM Equestrian
Hancock Horsemen
Last Lap Ranch
Hillside Meadows
Saddlebrook Equestrian Center
Team Need A Hand
Bay Hill Farm
WALTENBERRY
Varsity Intermediate Horsemanship Individual
MIDDLE SCHOOL TEAM FINALS
Future Intermediate Reining Individual
Future Novice Horsemanship Individual
PLACE
RIDER
SCHOOL
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Elisabeth Will
Macey Stevens
Madeline Bomba
Kaylyn Gimbel
Harley Dayton-Stocker
Megan Wells
Hannah Jane Lucas
Avery Shriver
Grier School
Watkins Equestrian Team
Equine Differences
Pond Hill Equestrian
TMC Equestrian
Arizona Sliders Reining Team
Champion
Reserve
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Laney VanderHart
Piper Meeker
Ciara Lawson
Claire Kiefer
Hattie Tucker
McKenna Kelly
Nigel Lancaster
Sophia Ramu
KM Equestrian
Hammond School Equestrian Team
Equine Differences
Hancock Horsemen
TMC Equestrian
Future Beginner Horsemanship Individual
PLACE
RIDER
SCHOOL
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
Champion
Reserve
3rd
5th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Kaylee Naylor
Ellexxah Maxwell
Ashton Knerr
Claire Pound
Julia Stayer
Kaylyn Gimbel
Sophie Markowski
Hannah Jane Lucas
Arizona Sliders Reining Team
KM Equestrian
TMC Equestrian
Equine Differences
Pond Hill Equestrian
CH
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3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Isabelle Shakespeare
Hailey Nelsen
Ashlyn Rudd
Isabelle Edwards
Claire Vaughan
Megan Armbrust
Paige Nyren
Cameron Montgomery
Hillside Meadows
Bay Hill Farm
TMC Equestrian
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(L-R) Roxane Lawrence, Western National
Finals Sportsmanship Award winner Hallie
McClintock, and Myron Leff.
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(L-R) Grace Cope and Western
National Finals Cross Over Rider
Jessica Sherman.
WALTENBERRY
MCKENZIE YATES
MCKENZIE YATES
MCKENZIE YATES
Future Intermediate Horsemanship Individual
UPPER SCHOOL TEAM COMPETITION
Varsity Open Reining Team
JV Novice Horsemanship Team
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Benjamin Beckett
Farley Wickre
Caroline Gute
Taylor Masson
Aubrey Braham
Victoria Roe
Sabrina Johnson
Emma Willeke
Arizona Reining Equestrian Team
Rocky Mountain Wranglers
KM Equestrian, Findlay, OH
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Hannah Willeke
Sophia Christy
Sabrina Buck
Carsyn Miller
Hannah Hammack
Olivia Robertson
Austin Baker
Nicole Fickett
KM Equestrian
Last Lap Ranch
Varsity Open Horsemanship Team
JV Beginner Horsemanship Team
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Emma Willeke
Taylor Roeder
Benjamin Beckett
Audrey Ann Atkinson
Lilly Nowak
Sarah Strain
Jordan Medsker
Jessica Sherman
KM Equestrian
Hancock Horsemen
Last Lap Ranch
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Erika Lundquist
Julia Lively
Lillian (Lily) Johns
Alexa Dukat
Scott Dulaney
Markissa Lindquist
Sabrina Dworkin
Rachel Wiles
KM Equestrian
Varsity Intermediate Reining Team
PLACE
RIDER
TEAM
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Hallie McClintock
Danielle McDermott
Andrew Snider
Claire Alexander
Madeline McEachin
Erin Bosse
Allie Rhoads
Abby Istnick
KM Equestrian
Crimson Acres
RIDER
TEAM
1st
2nd
3rd
4th
5th
6th
7th
8th
Claire Alexander
Hallie McClintock
MacKenzie Stevens
Lauren Nissen
Lydia Roberts
Allie Rhoads
Danielle McDermott
Abby Istnick
KM Equestrian
Hancock Horsemen
Crimson Acres
WALTENBERRY
PLACE
Pictured with Roxane Lawrence and Myron Leff (L-R) are Western
National Finals NRHA High School Competition Winners Caroline Gute,
Emma Willeke, Tyler Kirby and Jordan Carpenter.
MCKENZIE YATES
MCKENZIE YATES
MCKENZIE YATES
Varsity Intermediate Horsemanship Team
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JUDGE’S CORNER
A TEST OF TRUE
HORSEMANSHIP
Measuring good horsemanship skills …
“True horsemanship
is not just reflected
by good riding;
knowledge about all
aspects of the horse,
its health and care—
what Pony Club calls
Horse Management—is actually the
most important
quality of great
horsemanship.”
- Karol Wilson, USPC
Director of Member
Services
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EA members are accustomed to being judged
on their riding skills while working in the ring.
However, testing knowledge of riding theory
and horse care through a written exam and
practicum are additional ways to measure good
horsemanship skills. In 2009, Holy Innocents’
Episcopal School in Atlanta, Georgia, established
IEA’s Written Horsemanship Test and Perpetual
Trophy. In recent years the United States Pony
Clubs, Inc. (USPC) has become a joint sponsor
for Hunt Seat and sole sponsor for the Western
test. The many different disciplines and activities offered through the USPC emphasize handling and riding a mount safely, correctly, and
with confidence. These values align neatly with
those of the IEA and are core components of the
Horsemanship Tests.
All future and upper school members are invited to take the Horsemanship Test during National Finals, regardless of whether they are
competing. From the very first year the test was
offered, participants embraced the challenge to
evaluate their knowledge of riding theory and
horse care. The number of members who sit for
the test has increased every year, with 163 Hunt
Seat and 96 Western individuals opting to take
the exam this year during their respective
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National Finals. Each test consisted of 25 multiple choice questions with a short tie-breaking
essay at the end. Questions were pulled from the
IEA rulebook as well as the USPC Manual of
Horsemanship, Basics for Beginners / D Level.
Individuals who earned the top four scores
were invited back the next morning for the
practicum phase. In this portion of the test, finalists were evaluated on tasks involving handson horse care. Karol Wilson, USPC Director of
Member Services and Regional Administration,
served as one of the practicum judges at the
Western National Finals in Oklahoma City. In her
second year representing the USPC Karol said,
“Attending Western Nationals has been a great
experience; being involved with the Horsemanship Test has been particularly enjoyable and rewarding.” In judging the practicum, Karol’s job
was to evaluate the overall working knowledge
and competency of each competitor and then
rank them accordingly. “The task was not complicated, but working safely with the horse was
most important.” Competitors were asked to
enter the horse’s stall, pick its hooves, and then
put on two different leg boots or wraps of their
choice. “I was looking for thoughtful explanations of what was being performed so I knew
2015 WESTERN HORSEMANSHIP TEST AWARDS
SPONSORED BY THE UNITED STATES
PONY CLUB, INC
Practicum Overall Western Winners
1. Kate Baugh, Rocky Mountain Wranglers, Zone 8
WALTENBERRY
2. Alexis Ziemak, McColley Equestrian, Zone 5
3. Erin Smith, TMC Equestrian, Zone 2
4. Patricia Wingate, Team Need A Hand, Zone 4
(L-R) Roxane Lawrence, Erin Smith, Kate Baugh, Patricia Wingate,
Myron Leff
2015 HUNT SEAT HOLY INNOCENTS’ HORSEMANSHIP
AWARD PRESENTED BY THE UNITED STATES
PONY CLUB, INC.
1. Emily Koss-Stephany,Vantage Point Farm, Zone 1
2. Hannah Bentz, Wall Street Farm, Zone 4
3. Madeleine Herrick, Cornerstone Farm, Zone 1
4. Leah Kuhn, West Licking District, Zone 5
Practicum Overall Winners
(L-R) Leah Kuhn, Emily Koss-Stephany, Hannah Bentz, Madeleine Herrick
that each competitor not only understood what to do, but also why
they were doing things. Additionally, the level of confidence factored
into the final placings because confidence translates to better interaction with horses, both in the barn and while riding. In short, I
viewed and judged the practicum as if the competitors were working
students on their first day in my barn.”
Karol’s advice to those looking ahead to taking the test next year is
simple, “To be competitive, one should prepare ahead of time by
studying and asking questions.” The two most valuable resources are
the IEA rulebook and the USPC Manual of Horsemanship, Basics for
Beginners/D Level. Taking part in the IEA’s Trivia contest held each
month on Facebook is another easy and fun way to brush up on IEA
rules and general horse knowledge. Remember, all IEA riders are welcome to take the annual Horsemanship Test!
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EXCEPTIONAL
TEAMMATES
(Z7/R2-HS) all wrote separate nominations for teammate Jennifer Antonacci.
Clearly, Jennifer is a favorite
among her peers. “She’s the
funniest person you’ll meet
and great company.” As a
sixth-grade middle school
rider new to the IEA, Jennifer made a huge impact on
her team. Even though she
Jennifer Antonacci
did not qualify, Jennifer drove all the way
to Zone 7 Finals to
support her teammates and help hold
horses ringside all day
long!
Senior Jazzlyn Igiel
and 6th grader Isabelle
Hillestad from Buffalo
Equestrian
Center (L-R from back) Shayne Butler, Jessica
(Z2/R9-HS)
regard Bodily, Kaylee Guidroz, Christine
each other highly. Jaz- Johnson, Avery Ackelbein, Alex
zlyn says, “Isabella acts Masucci, Olivia Donnarumma, Amelia,
like the sister I never Amy Greene, Susan Frey, Madison Butz,
had. She’s special in so Alexis Smith, and Alaina Smith. The
many ways. A chal- next row is Alex Arthur, Lauren Lacy,
lenge only makes her Sruthi Tummala, Alaina Eargle, Taylor
Chahal, Avery Dukes, and
work harder. Always
Jennifer Antonacci.
trying her very best, Isabella’s determination
sets an example for others. She only brings positive things to
the BEC team!” Isabella appreciates that Jazzlyn is always there
for her. “She helps me when I don’t know how to do something.
Jazzlyn is exceptional in so many ways, especially as a rider!”
KIM ANTONACCI
Members who compose the many IEA teams across the country are colorful and unique individuals. Talented, dedicated,
enthusiastic, and spirited riders, their combined efforts define
each team’s unique characteristics. On most teams there are
one or two standouts who inspire and lead. Competitors at
Hunt Seat and Western National Finals shared what makes
some of their teammates
exceptional.
Grace Fulton, Kenya
Boston, and Kelsey Ann
Quinn from Full Moon
Farm (Z3/R1-HS) think
teammate Alyssa Kelley is
a great friend and incredibly helpful. “When you
fall down, you just know
it will be Alyssa helping
you back up.”
Mykel Lanteri and
Alyssa Kelley
Hunter De Jane from Rocky
Mountain Wranglers (Z8-W)
marvel at team captain Sabrina Johnson, who sprained
her ankle days before Nationals but “cowgirled-up” to
compete for the team in open
reining one last time as a
graduating senior. “Our team
is proud of her and thinks she
deserves to be recognized as
an outstanding rider, leader,
and sportsman.”
Reagan Havron, Madison Sabrina Johnson
Butz, Christine Johnson,
Alexis Smith, Avery Ackelbein, Avery Dukes, Lauren Lacy,
Alex Arthur, & Sydney Boren from Summer Hill Farms
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Lily Johns, Jennifer Hartman, and Kimberly Hartman Western members of the Dare Equestrian Team (Z5/RB-W)
all wrote about Meredith Reed. A ninth-grader and member
of the Dare Hunt Seat Team, Meredith goes to every competition in which the team participates, including Western!
At home in the barn she
feeds the horses, helps other
riders as they prepare for
their lessons, and assists the
coaches in any way that she
can. Kimberly shared this
about Meredith, “As I was
heading off to Nationals, she
begged me to put her in my
suitcase for the trip. Of
Meredith Reed
course I couldn’t but she
watched me compete on the live feed and texted me her congratulations before I could reach my phone to text her.”
Maya Felder from the Crossroads East Valley Team (Z8HS) thinks her ninth-grade teammate Sydney Gowen is amazing! “She gives really good advice after a bad round and can
always make you feel better. Sydney is a great friend and talented rider. Without her I don’t know what I would do!”
There are lots of love and notable teammates on the Last
Lap Ranch Team (Z4/R2-H&W). Olivia Robertson and Emma
Ferguson, both cross-over riders, nominated one another.
Olivia has this to say about Emma, “Great attitude, great
friend, and great competitor!” Emma thinks Olivia is the happiest person on the team as well as a fantastic rider with good
sportsmanship! Olivia also revealed seventh grader Darby
Honea is an amazing rider with an amazing attitude. “She’s a
great friend who willingly helps anyone. Her passion for
horses is incredible!” Josie Holder thinks fellow eighth-grader
MacKenzie Garner is an awesome friend for showing her the
IEA ropes. “MacKenzie helps so much and doesn’t get the
credit that she deserves.”
Anna Feldman, Charlotte Meyers, Gianna D’Arrigo, Emily
Nadler, Taylor Lonner, Lauren L’Herminier, members of Boulder Brook Equestrian Team (Z2/R4-HS), all wrote about
ninth-grade teammate Anna Weiss. They all appreciate the pep
talks that Anna gives before each class. Her optimism helps to
cheer everyone up. “She’s just incredibly fun to be around and
overall a good sport!”
Alexandra Russo from RCR Farms (Z8/R3-HS) has two outstanding teammates worth mentioning. Madison Abercrombie,
grade 10, is very caring and always looking to lift her teammates’ spirits. Senior Alyson Stensrud is a calming influence
whenever anyone is nervous. Both girls are great assets to the
RCR Team!
Paige Mox from West Licking District (Z5/R2-HS) thinks
junior Madison Landis is a fantastic role model who strives to
keep everyone happy.
Emma Eaton-Ayres from Cornerstone Farm (Z1/R1-HS) is
always grateful when Emily Spellman is there to wipe off boots
and support teammates as they compete.
Rachel Scalen from Way Farm (Z2/R9-HS) recognizes
Madison DeRegis, grade 11, as one of the busiest and hardest
working riders on the team. “She keeps a very tight ship by
making sure every piece of her ride is in place. Spending long
periods of time polishing her boots and grooming her horse,
everything is perfect when she walks in the ring. She’s an
amazing sport, win or lose.”
Emma Walter’s best friend and Limelight Farm (Z2/R5-HS)
teammate Kacie Geary, grade nine, is very determined. When
things don’t go exactly according to plan, instead of getting
upset she tries to learn from her mistakes so she can do better
the next time.
Coach Terese Bouchard from Huntington Meadow Stables
(Z2/R9-US) is proud to have 10th-grader Julie Barr as a member of the team. Julie is always busy clipping, bathing, riding,
or helping campers and lesson riders. “Always putting her
barn and teammates before herself, Julie is what the IEA is
all about!”
Morgan Reifsteck from Touch of Class Farm (Z5/R3-HS)
says, “Alexa Frase, grade eight, is a great friend and shows
great sportsmanship to everyone! She wears a bright smile at
all times. It’s an honor to be her friend!”
Rebekah Hunt (age 17) from Wachusett Equestrian Team
(Z1/R5-HS) works hard and never takes anything for granted.
Teammate Carly Julius says, “Even though Beka is an amazing
rider she is so nice to everyone and helps out whenever
needed.”
Sophie Robinson from Twin Lakes Farm (Z2/R4-HS) feels
lucky to have two special people on her team. “Julia Robinson
is the best older sister I could ever ask for and the best rider
ever! Now that she is graduating and I don’t know what I’ll do
without her. Clara Louvet, grade nine, is funny, kind, supports
me, and pushes me to do my best. She is the bestest friend!”
Victoria Neidnig from Greystone Stables (Z2/R5-HS) says,
“Sydney Waltenberg-O’Brien, grade nine, encourages everyone
on the team and helps out no matter what. She even flew to
Nationals just to support me!”
To list all the exceptional individuals who participate in the
IEA as riders, parents, and coaches would be impossible.
Please take the time to acknowledge and thank those who help
make your experience in the IEA fun and rewarding.
Submissions for the next Leg Up column should be sent via email
to Susan Wentzel at [email protected].
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Seacrest
SEACREST NAMED BEST AT IEA HUNT SEAT FINALS
E
STEPHANIE ANGUS
ach year, at the Hunt Seat National Finals, the Inopportunity to mourn the passing of her owner by attending
terscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Finals’
the funeral. Just as people say, “Animals just know.”
Show Team honors one horse who they believe
Seacrest knew what was going on. Seacrest expressed her
has the outstanding qualities the organization
mourning by giving lots of attention to Kathi and was licking
looks for when choosing horses for competitions.
and sniffing the casket when they were laying Kathi to rest.
This year the Outstanding
“Seacrest is the heart and soul of Seacrest
Hunt Seat Horse Award was presented to
Show Stables—a dreamboat—and the saint of
Seacrest from Seacrest Show Stables, Fort
all saints,” states Angus, who also says that her
Lauderdale, Florida.
ownership of Seacrest is now a forever thing
The IEA had no idea how much this
and is meant to be. Kathi, whose family had no
award meant to the Seacrest family, until
equestrian connection, made sure it was clear
they displayed a highly-charged emotional
before she passed that Stephanie would care for
reaction when her name was called as
the horse if anything were to happen.
IEA’s Outstanding Horse.
Seacrest, the horse with the biggest heart,
Seacrest is from Ireland and was origiwas a favorite draw at the 2015 Hunt Seat Nanally owned by Jill Phillip until 2004
tional Finals. She is an amazing school horse
when Phillip developed financial trouble.
for any type of rider, including those with speAt that time, Stephanie Angus, of Seacrest
cial needs. So it was no surprise that Seacrest
Show Stables acquired the horse who was Seacrest dressed for Kathi’s funeral. won the Outstanding Horse Award at the IEA
coincidently named Seacrest. The horse was just special from
National Finals, but it created a touching and heartfelt reaction
the start. Stephanie’s friend, Kathi Sotomayer, bought
for the Seacrest Show Stables family and they knew that Kathi
Seacrest nearly four years ago and loved spending time at
was up in heaven smiling down proud of her perfect horse
Seacrest Show Stables—riding and caring for Seacrest.
who provided great rides to the IEA riders aged 12–19.
“Kathi lived her life in her riding pants and boots and loved
Angus came to the IEA National Finals with no affiliation
spending time with Seacrest. The two were made for each
to the IEA-just a commitment to the equestrian sport. Thus,
other,” said Angus.
she brought Seacrest and other horses for the young equestriIn fact, Kathi and Seacrest won the “Perfect Pair” award at
ans. At the request of her Seacrest Show Stables riders, she has
the Heritage Horse Show in Plantation, Florida. Kathi coveted
decided to start an IEA team.
that award and lived for the horse.
Stephanie Angus will continue to carry on Kathi’s legacy
On February 1, 2015, Kathi tragically passed away from
through Seacrest, and also by keeping Kathi’s life motto
an asthma attack at the age of 60. Seacrest was given the
alive—“God Bless America!”
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TAKE THE
4
Zone
SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT
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In the Summer 2015 issue of Take the Reins the cover photo was incorrectly
identified in the Table of Contents. On the cover was a competition photo of
Claire Darnell taken by Waltenberry. Our apologies for any confusion.
FIRST-EVER
ARNOLD
HORSE SHOW
Zone 4 remains actively involved in reaching beyond our
equestrian world to positively
impact others where we can.
Since October is Breast Cancer
Awareness Month, this year
we will be seeking donations
from riders attending all of the
October shows. All show hosts
that submit donations of $200
or more will be put into a
drawing for a surprise gift. The
proceeds of this project will be
given to the Kay Yow Foundation. The operating costs of
this foundation are covered by
an endowment so all money
raised goes directly to breast
cancer research. I know that
many members of our Zone
have been affected by this
horrible disease. I sincerely
hope that all of the riders can
find it in their hearts to give a
$1 to help others.
A LOOK AT
EUROPEAN
EQUESTRIAN
LIFE
Simon Towns
TIPS ON HOW TO WORK WITH
Zone 4 Administrator
YOUR
STEWARD
HOW TO BUY THE
PERFECT
HELMET
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PROFILES
HUNT SEAT CHAMPION
Name: Ransome Hughes Rombauer
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years old. Horses have been a lifelong passion and she
spends all of her time outside of school riding, competing
and at the barn. Ransome is a very competitive A-Circuit
equitation rider and has competed in almost all of the National Finals and Regional Finals in California. She currently has 11 USET Talent Search wins under her belt and is
trying out for one of the coveted four spots on Zone 10’s
USEF Jr. Young Rider Team. In addition, she is a leading
force for Sonoma Academy’s IEA Equestrian Team. This is
the second year for Sonoma Academy to have a team. Last
year, Ransome made it to IEA National Finals in Springfield, Massachusetts and placed sixth and seventh overall in
the Open Varsity Equitation Championships. She also
placed seventh overall for the National IEA Sportsmanship
Award. In addition to her rigorous course study at Sonoma
Academy, competing at 20-24 A-Circuit Shows a year and
Co-Captaining Sonoma Academy’s IEA Equestrian Team,
Ransome is also very involved with horse and miniature
horse rescue. Ransome is hoping to be recruited to ride for a
Division I College or University with the plan of an equinerelated career upon graduation.
Parents: KR and Laura Rombauer
Gender: Female
Age: 16
High School: Sonoma Academy
Grade: Sophomore
College Plans: To compete in Hunt Seat Equitation at a
Division I College or University
IEA Team: Sonoma Academy (2nd year team)
Background: Ransome has been riding since she was six
MCKENZIE YATES
WESTERN CHAMPION
quickly consumed with horses and started showing within a
year. I showed Western pleasure and horsemanship. I got
into Reining two years after showing horsemanship and
Western pleasure. I completed Green Reiner (an NRHA
entry-level reining class) and was surprised with my horse,
“Jo-Pa,” at the end of the year. I then became a Reserve
World Champion, a two-time All American Quarter Horse
Congress Champion, a two-time IEA Individual Champion,
and have won the Team Reining Competition five times.
Horses have always been a major part of my life and I hope
that they continue to be. I have made eternal friendships
and relationships with people in the horse industry and I
hope to be around them for times to come.”
WALTENBERRY
Hometown: Dublin, OH
Parents: Leland and Julie Gute
Gender: Female
Age: 17
High School: Dublin Coffman High School
GPA: 3.5
Grade: Junior
College Plans: To ride on an equestrian team in the
National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA).
IEA Team: Autumn Rose Equestrians in Plain City, OH
Hobbies: Swimming and Reading
Organizations: Delegate to the NRHA, Vice President of the
OVRHA (Ohio Valley Reining Horse Association), and in her
second year as President of her IEA Team, Autumn Rose
Equestrians.
Background: “I started riding when I was 7 years old. I was
WALTENBERRY
Name: Caroline Elizabeth Gute
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NSPORTSMANSHIP
ATIONAL
Interscholastic
Equestrian
Association
AWARD
SPONSORED BY THE IHSA
T
he Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA), in
conjunction with the Intercollegiate Horse Show
Association (IHSA), awards a student-rider the National Sportsmanship Award each year.
The National Award winner was selected from a
group of riders who earned a Sportsmanship Award at a local,
regional or zone IEA show during the 2014–2015 school year.
These Sportsmanship Award winners received an IEA Sportsmanship patch and were invited to submit an application for
the National Sportsmanship Award. The applications had to
include a personal resume that documented the following:
• Equine-related activities and memberships: include any
year-end or extraordinary awards.
• School-related activities including clubs, sports, leadership
positions and any awards or honors.
• Community activities including volunteer organizations,
community service, leadership positions and any awards or
honors.
• An official school transcript that demonstrates a minimum
3.0 grade point average.
In addition, the applicants composed a 250-word essay that
explained how horses and/or equestrian competition have influenced his or her life. They also had to give three letters of
recommendation: one from an equine professional, one from
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a teacher or school advisor, and one from an additional person
of the candidate’s choice.
The submissions were judged by a designated IEA committee based on the following criteria:
• Active equestrian participant
• Scholastic and extracurricular involvement
• Characteristics that exemplify good sportsmanship and positive peer role model
• Academic record of 3.0 or above
The first-place applicant received a $500 scholarship
award from IEA, a lifetime membership to IEA, and they
were nominated by the IEA in affiliate sportsmanship award
programs like: USHJA Affiliate Sportsmanship Award Program, USEF Youth Sportsman’s Award, and other similar
programs, where applicable.
In addition to the IEA awards, the Intercollegiate Horse
Show Association (IHSA) donated a perpetual trophy to be
engraved from year to year with the names of first place winners, and a keeper trophy from the IHSA was awarded to the
recipient. The IHSA also gave a $500 scholarship to the highest-placing senior (12th grade) sportsman, and if that senior
attends a college or university with an IHSA equestrian team
the scholarship will be doubled to a total of $1000.
2015 NATIONAL SPORTSMANSHIP
AWARD WINNER
HANNAH BENTZ
Name: Hannah Bentz
Team: Wall Street Farm
Zone: 4
Hometown: Boca Raton, FL
Grade: 12
2015 National Sportsmanship
Award Winners
Seth Watkins
Runner Up
Rides at Central Carolina Equestrian Team – NC
Zone 3
Hometown of Cassatt, SC
Grade 11
Kate Coffey
Third Place
Rides at North Gate
Zone 1
Hometown Westford, MA
Grade 9
Alexandra (Ally) Vaughn
Fourth Place
Rides at Culver Academies
Zone 5
Hometown: Canal Fulton, OH
Grade 11
Erin Bosse
Hannah
Bentz
ESSAY BY HANNAH BENTZ
“Strive for excellence, not perfection.” My biggest challenge
in life has been to recognize that I do not need to be perfect.
I was recently standing in a schooling ring at the Winter
Equestrian Festival with Debbie Stephens and George Morris, both are icons in the sport of showjumping.Mrs.
Stephens said, “I think it is important to strive for excellence, not perfection … It is hard to be perfect, but you can
always work towards excellence.” Mr. Morris said, “It is
hard to live with a perfectionist … ” Nobody is perfect, but
anyone with a passion and a strong work ethic can become
excellent.
I have been a captain of a large IEA team for four years. As
a freshman, I thought everyone would be dedicated and do
their job perfectly. Cue the reality check! My way of doing
things was not perfect. A good team leader delegates, a great
team leader motivates, and a perfect team leader does not exist.
I do my best to lead by example, talk to, and listen to my teammates. I make mistakes all the time, but not usually the same
ones. Someone who constantly works to improve will be excellent; with talent and endless resources they are still not perfect. A top international horse and rider will have a rail
sometimes. I constantly work on flatwork, but it will never be
perfect; that is what makes riding fun! My horse is an animal;
I am a human. We can always be better, never perfect.
Fifth Place
Rides for KM Equestrian
Zone 5
Hometown: Findlay, OH
Grade 12
Lauren Griffin
Sixth Place
Rides for Crooked Creek Farm
Zone 4
Hometown: Ball Ground, GA
Grade 12
Madison Rheinheimer
Seventh Place
Rides for Double Deuce Farm Equestrian Team
Zone 5
Hometown: Cleveland Heights, OH
Grade 8
Meredith Hutchens
Eighth Place
Rides for HRA/Foxtail Farm
Zone 3
Hometown: Newport News, VA
Grade 9
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WESTERN WINNER
HUNT SEAT WINNER
Sabrina Dworkin
Arizona Reining
Equestrian Team
Zone 8 Region 3
Grade 11
Western
“Powerful and
exciting ride.”
Alyssa Benson
Yinger Equestrian Team
Zone 5 Region 2
Grade 8
Hunt Seat
“Hunter/jumper jumping”
Olivia Kolenda
Woodpecker Farm
Zone 3 Region 4
Grade 11
Hunt Seat
“Riders, Reins &
Ribbons”
Alexandra Russo
RCR Farms
Zone 8 Region 3
Grade 7
Hunt Seat
“Jumping difficult standards and
doing a great job, and having fun.”
Ashley Sandquist
Mill Creek High School Equestrian
Zone 4 Region 6
Grade 11
Hunt Seat
“Mixed media
(digital and pencil).”
Ashley Simon
Terrapin Equestrian
Team
Zone 8 Region 1
Grade 8
Hunt Seat
“Big and bold”
Claire Pound
Hammond School
Equestrian Team
Zone 4 Region 4
8th grade
Western
“One passion, one
commitment, one family.”
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Austina Wang
Woodside Equestrian
Zone 10 Region 4
Grade 9
Hunt Seat
“Exemplifying each rider’s journey
though the presented pair.”
Caroline Rakip
North Gate Zone 1 region 2
Grade 12
Hunt Seat
“Simply 2015”
Danielle Kaufman
Maypine Equestrian Team
Zone 5 Region 1
Grade 9
Hunt Seat
“Keep your eyes ahead and
you will make it to the finish.”
Haley Macke
Valley Brook Equestrian
Zone 10 Region 3
Grade 11
Hunt Seat
“Succeeding in show jumping which is made
possible with the support of trainers, teammates and of course, all of the horses.”
Jennifer Meo
Hunters Rein
Zone 2 Region 7
Grade 9
Hunt Seat
“This picture represents the
beauty of the IEA.”
Gracie Guerra
Gracie Guerra
Just A Little Farm Equestrian Team
Zone 8 Region 1
Grade 8
Hunt Seat
“Jumping a jump.”
Isana Raja
Zone 2 Region 1
Grade 8
Hunt Seat and Western
“Hunt Seat Finals Blue Ribbon.”
Julia Lively
Forsyth Equestrian Team
Zone 4 Region 12
Grade 9
Hunt Seat and Western
“We are all there to ride and do
our best.”
Jacqueline Brown
Heberle Stables
Zone 2 Region 9
Grade 9
Hunt Seat
“There is more to jumping
than just jumping.”
Jesse Mantzke
On Eagles Wings IEA Team
Zone 5 Region 6
Grade 6
Hunt Seat
“The line up”
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Madison Dempster
San Domenico Equestrian
Zone 10 Region 4
Grade 10
Hunt Seat
“This is a championship”
Sahra Denner
The Crossroads Equestrian Center
Zone 2 Region 5
Grade 10
Hunt Seat
“Horsemanship.”
Meghan Gamble
Maxfield Equestrian
Zone 2 Region 2
Grade 8
Hunt Seat
“Rider back number”
Marilyn Mossien
Windcrest Farms
Zone 1 Region 9
Grade 11
Hunt Seat
“A digitally rendered horse
silhouette in the same shade
of blue as the IEA logo.”
Samantha Scigouski
Foxrun Equestrian
Team
Zone 5 Region 5
Grade 7
Hunt Seat
“Competitor thanking
her horse after a ride”
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Molly Hoskins
Zone 8 Region 2
Grade 11
Hunt Seat
“Instant connection and
adaptability”
Rhiannon Lemaster
Top Call Farm
Zone 4 Region 4
Grade 12
Hunt Seat
“Composition and color.”
Maggie Yates
Zone 3 Region 2
9th Grade
Western
“Color wheel, horse silhouette. “
Piper Meeker
Zone 4 Region 4
8th Grade
Western
“The Confident Rider”
Sarah Boon
Team Kimberden
Zone 4 Region 7
Grade 9
Hunt Seat
“mixed media (digital
and pen and ink)”
STUDENTS
IN GRADES
6-12:
TAKE THE
REINS AND
JOIN THE
IEA
No Need To Own
A Horse!
“Team spirit and
confidence! This has been
a wonderful experience
for all of us. Highly
recommended!”
– Parent, Westborough, MA
“As a coach I feel incredibly lucky
to work with an organization that
offers young equestrians so many
opportunities! Our riders have
developed such a strong sense of
sportsmanship and horsemanship
because of the ideologies and
practices of the IEA.”
– Coach, Chatham, VA
www.rideiea.org
Riders in grades 6-12 can compete
with teams in the Interscholastic
Equestrian Association (IEA).
School-age children, with various
levels of experience, compete in
Hunt Seat and Western disciplines
throughout the school year. Riders
not only compete for individual
points, but for their team as well.
Many of our riders receive
scholarships based on their
performance throughout their
IEA years.
It’s fun and challenging – and
there is no need to own a horse!
The IEA is available to public or
private schools and barn teams.
For more information, please call
Jennifer Eaton, IEA Membership
Coordinator, at 877-RIDE-IEA (877743-3432) or [email protected].
Horses are provided to each rider
at every event. All mounts are
selected by a draw. Parents like
that the IEA provides an affordable
format for their child as he/she
builds riding skills.
©2015
Founded in 2002, the IEA has
more than 11,000 members on
1,100 teams competing in
hundreds of shows across the
United States each year.

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