What makes Semi Finals special? ”Semi Finals in the western is a chance to compete with many colleges we have never seen and some that we have and know will make us STEP UP!”
As a coach what do you see as the benefit of IHSA competition? “To learn how to win and lose, I am fiercely competitive and HATE to lose, but I have built ALOT of character and grace, some days better than others, but ultimately, try to be a leader to our students and show many aspects of competition and results of all things working!! Happens once in awhile! MOST of all it is about our horses!”
How would you describe the experience of being a part of an IHSA team? “Team is what life is about, simply! Learning to get along and help each other in EVERYTHING we do, on the road is really a great time to bond and enjoy each other! Best experience for me working with people!”
Tell us about the experience of going to Semi Finals “We are proud to have the opportunity to go and compete at the Semi Finals. It is a test which we accomplished by riding properly. When you go to Semi Finals you are up against riders who are as good as you and strong competitors. Our riders rode smart and correctly with good pattern and rail work, there were a few glitches which can make a huge difference at this level. My team were great competitors, they take the most out of the experience and are very gracious. I am also extremely grateful to Peggy for sending Pebbles and Kellie with us. They are great travelers, and supporters. 17 hours each way is a test in itself”
The team did not qualify for the National Championships in KY, however 3 riders did advance as individuals, Kelsey Moody in Reining, Brittany Powell in Intermediate and Leah Davison in Beginner Walk/Jog.
Results from Semi Finals
1. Black Hawk College 2. Murray State 3. University of Nebraska 4. Alfred University 5. St. Andrews Presbyterian College 6. West Virginia University 7. Mt. Holyoke College 8. Perdue University
Top 3 schools advance to the National Championships at the Lexington Horse Park in KY, May 6th.
Individual Results
Reining – Kelsey Moody 4th***
Open Horsemanship – Kelsey Moody 5th
Advanced Horsemanship – Shannon Leggett 6th
Novice Horsemanship – Alex Meyers in the top 10.
Intermediate Horsemanship - Brittany Powell 3rd***
Beginner Walk/Jog - Leah Davison 4th***
***The top 4 riders in each division advance to Nationals. 
Team with Banner 
Carla with Seniors Anne Neal Thompson and Kelsey Moody on the horse. 
Carla and Anne Neal
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