The fall intercollegiate season comes to a close with St. Andrews teams having the following points.
Hunter Seat 200
Western 144
Dressage 16
This places the hunter seat and western teams in the lead in their respective regions by 32 and 20 points and the dressage team one point behind Averett University in their region. The point value differences come from the different approach taken by the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) and the Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA).
IHSA and IDA both use the same system when it comes to awarding points to individual riders.
1st – 7 points
2nd – 5 points
3rd – 4 points
4th – 3 points
5th – 2 points
6th – 1 point
Individual riders in both organizations accumulate points towards year end awards and for the opportunity to ride at Regionals for IHSA or Nationals for IDA. IHSA has more competitive layers at the end of the year than IDA.
In IHSA, point riders are designated by the coach at the coaches meeting prior to the start of the show. Schools may have more than one rider in each division but only one rider’s score counts for the team. In IDA usually 2 teams of 4 riders from each school compete for the day’s points. IHSA Hunter Seat has 8 designated point riders with one drop score. IHSA Western has 6 designated point riders with no drop score. IDA teams count the best 3 scores (by point value determined by their individual placing in their division) from each team of 4 riders. At the end of each show the most each team can score is as follows.
IHSA Hunter Seat – 49 points
IHSA Western – 42 points
IDA Dressage – 21 points
In IHSA the team’s points from each show are cumulative. For example three perfect shows in hunter seat would earn 147 points. In IDA the winning team earns 7 points, the second place team 5 points etc. So a perfect score for three shows for IDA would be 21 points. To further complicate things no matter how many shows are held in a region for IDA only a team’s top 4 shows count. If a school has a second team their points do not count towards qualifying. In IHSA each region must have a minimum of 5 shows to qualify for Regionals and therefore Zones and finally Nationals.
Very confusing and this does not address all the rules in both organizations that start with “In the event…".
I’ll discuss individual scoring and qualifying for Regionals and Nationals in a later post.
Currently, all St. Andrews Intercollegiate Equestrian Teams are strong contenders in their respective regions.
Regional Standing for All St. Andrews' Intercollegiate Teams
IHSA Hunter Seat - After 5 shows
St. Andrews University 200
UNC-Chapel Hill 168
North Carolina State University 161
Duke University 154
East Carolina University 154
Coastal Carolina University 116
UNC-Charlotte 89
UNC-Wilmington 89
Virginia Commonwealth University 84
Davidson College 37
Martin Community College 14
IHSA Western - After 4 shows
St. Andrews 144
NCSU 124
VA Tech 82
High Point University 59
Martin Community College 43
IDA – After 3 shows
Averett University 17
St. Andrews University 16
Furman University 10
North Carolina State University 11
Monday, November 14, 2011
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Show teams, Alums etc.
As is the case with most weekends during the semester the equestrian staff were going in several different directions this past weekend. Carla and the western team had back to back shows at Martin Community College and the show team with Ashley and Heather were showing in Raleigh at an NCHJA show. Peggy headed to Raleigh Friday to support the show team and I accompanied Carla as the second driver to Williamston NC.
The western team arrived early Saturday morning for a 2:00 start. We were able to watch some of the horses school and Carla ran through patterns on foot with her riders. They have miniature cones which they set out to practice patterns. The show started late and did run a little slowly which intensified the chill in the air which you really feel if you spend most of your time on the bleachers! Unlike St. Andrews, Martin does not have a small army to run their shows and does a wonderful job with only 17 students and 2 staff. The day was long but our riders were focused and very supportive of one another. At the end of the day NCSU came out ahead. Peggy was keen to be updated so we were soon into a pattern of texting placings and accumulated points back and forth after each class.
After checking into our hotel we went to the Shamrock restaurant for dinner. The food is family style ranging from burgers and fries to seafood and steaks with vegetables - something to appeal to everyone. At the end of the meal Kimmy made an announcement that Alum Leah Davison had paid for everyone’s dinner! What a great supporter! Brittany called Leah right away and the entire team thanked her for generosity and support.
Sunday the show was not scheduled to start until 11:00 a.m. so I made a quick visit to the NCDCTA Harvest Moon dressage show at the Horse Complex. Talk about a contrast! At the western show the music was country and the classes ran when folks were ready. In dressage land, classical/elevator music was piped into the indoor arena and riders reported to the ring at their appointed time. The atmosphere was serene and organized. I spent a happy hour at the show watching FEI level tests before returning to the hotel pick up the team.
Sunday’s show ran more smoothly than Saturday’s. We started on time at 11:00 and were done by 3:30 including running the BOB Derby to raise money for IHSA Nationals 2012. I got better at texting Peggy (I have a 5 year old flip phone) and she texted back that she was at Elon’s IHSA show to see Alum Rob Jacobs ride in the Alum class. Rob was second on the flat and first over fences. At the western show our riders were really on form beating NCSU by one point!
The drive home is only about 3 hours but it seemed longer as we were driving directly into the sun which is low in the sky at this time of year.
A good weekend for the SAU equestrian teams. The western team showed grace and determination with many challenges during the weekend, our alums remain involved with the program in one way or another and the show team earned many ribbons and represented St. Andrews well to the horse show world. Very happy to be part of this wonderful program!
The western team arrived early Saturday morning for a 2:00 start. We were able to watch some of the horses school and Carla ran through patterns on foot with her riders. They have miniature cones which they set out to practice patterns. The show started late and did run a little slowly which intensified the chill in the air which you really feel if you spend most of your time on the bleachers! Unlike St. Andrews, Martin does not have a small army to run their shows and does a wonderful job with only 17 students and 2 staff. The day was long but our riders were focused and very supportive of one another. At the end of the day NCSU came out ahead. Peggy was keen to be updated so we were soon into a pattern of texting placings and accumulated points back and forth after each class.
After checking into our hotel we went to the Shamrock restaurant for dinner. The food is family style ranging from burgers and fries to seafood and steaks with vegetables - something to appeal to everyone. At the end of the meal Kimmy made an announcement that Alum Leah Davison had paid for everyone’s dinner! What a great supporter! Brittany called Leah right away and the entire team thanked her for generosity and support.
Sunday the show was not scheduled to start until 11:00 a.m. so I made a quick visit to the NCDCTA Harvest Moon dressage show at the Horse Complex. Talk about a contrast! At the western show the music was country and the classes ran when folks were ready. In dressage land, classical/elevator music was piped into the indoor arena and riders reported to the ring at their appointed time. The atmosphere was serene and organized. I spent a happy hour at the show watching FEI level tests before returning to the hotel pick up the team.
Sunday’s show ran more smoothly than Saturday’s. We started on time at 11:00 and were done by 3:30 including running the BOB Derby to raise money for IHSA Nationals 2012. I got better at texting Peggy (I have a 5 year old flip phone) and she texted back that she was at Elon’s IHSA show to see Alum Rob Jacobs ride in the Alum class. Rob was second on the flat and first over fences. At the western show our riders were really on form beating NCSU by one point!
The drive home is only about 3 hours but it seemed longer as we were driving directly into the sun which is low in the sky at this time of year.
A good weekend for the SAU equestrian teams. The western team showed grace and determination with many challenges during the weekend, our alums remain involved with the program in one way or another and the show team earned many ribbons and represented St. Andrews well to the horse show world. Very happy to be part of this wonderful program!
Monday, November 7, 2011
Good weekend for western and show teams!
The western team still leads the region by 20 points after this weekend's back to back shows.
Katie Hansen and Alexandra Fullerton were champion and reserve champion in the NCHJA Equitation Finals in Raleigh.
For a complete report of this weekend's shows click here!
Katie Hansen and Alexandra Fullerton were champion and reserve champion in the NCHJA Equitation Finals in Raleigh.
For a complete report of this weekend's shows click here!
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
November 19th, 2011 - Riding Open House
High School Seniors sign up for Riding Open House on Nov 19th? This is the only open house this year where you will have an opportunity to ride our horses! Come meet the coaches, tour the incredible equestrian center and learn about the many and varied programs St. Andrews has to offer. Click here to register!
Questions? Drop me an email dwellejm@sapc.edu
Questions? Drop me an email dwellejm@sapc.edu
Monday, October 31, 2011
Dressage Team Fight for Regional Lead
Twelve riders, one coach and a barn manager serving as the second driver and cheering section for the dressage team left in the first frost of the year to travel to the Averett Equestrian Center early Sunday morning. The day turned out clear and fine with a cool breeze as the Knights battled to retain their regional lead.
In first level test 2, Junior Lindsey Agaliotis found it difficult to establish a good working relationship with her horse in the limited 10 minute warn up. She earned 66.8% to place third for the day. Sophmore Erin Hudson who is small in statue drew the largest first level horse but put in a very respectable test to earn 65.40% and 4th place. In the upper training division Senior Casey Curtis laid down a solid ride to place 5th with 66.40%, Senior Olivia Taylor had what appeared to be a beautiful ride on a sensitive horse but failed to show the quality in the movements with coefficients to finish a disappointing 9th in the division.
In lower training sophmore Brianna Carter rose to the occasion scoring 67.9% and earning 2nd place after requesting a re-ride due to the horse she drew having significant issues with the flowers in the ring. Senior Lauren Parker was right behind her with 67.5% and 3rd place riding the same horse. At the Introductory Level St. Andrews riders rose to the occasion with Jenna Marten scoring 72.5% for 2nd place and freshman Masha Peckham scoring 67.5% for 4th and Senior Katelee Johnson placing 5th with 66.30% in a large division with 12 riders.
At the end of the fall season this leaves the Knights trailing Averett University by one point. “I have challenged the team individually and as a group to tell me how they plan to improve their riding by February when we compete again,” said coach Dwelle. “Although this is a team sport it is the responsibility or each individual to improve their skills, everyone has a different challenge. Averett is a strong school and will be difficult to beat, their riders have more opportunities to compete at schooling and recognized shows than our riders and this gives them a competitive edge.”
The Knights have three shows left in the spring a double header at Averett Feb 18th – 19th and the final show March 18th at St. Andrews.
Regional Standings after 3 shows
St. Andrews University 16
Averett University 17
Furman University 10
North Carolina State University 11
St. Andrews Team B – 10 points
Erin Hudson First Level Test 2
Casey Curtis – Training Level Test 3
Paige Tillison – Training Level Test 1
Jenna Marten – Introductory Level Test B
St. Andrews Team A – 9 points
Lindsey Agaliotos – First Level Test 2
Olivia Taylor – Training Level Test 3
Brianna Carter – Training Level Test1
Hannah Firth – Introductory Level Test B
Individual Results
First Level Test 2
3rd Lindsey Agaliotis 66.80%
4th Erin Hudson 56.40%
Training Level Test 3
5th Casey Curtis 66.40%
Training Level Test 1
2nd Brianna Carter 67.90%
3rd Lauren Parker 67.50%
Introductory Level Test B
2nd Jenna Marten 72.50%
4th Masha Peckham 67.50%
5th Katelee Johnson 66.30%
In first level test 2, Junior Lindsey Agaliotis found it difficult to establish a good working relationship with her horse in the limited 10 minute warn up. She earned 66.8% to place third for the day. Sophmore Erin Hudson who is small in statue drew the largest first level horse but put in a very respectable test to earn 65.40% and 4th place. In the upper training division Senior Casey Curtis laid down a solid ride to place 5th with 66.40%, Senior Olivia Taylor had what appeared to be a beautiful ride on a sensitive horse but failed to show the quality in the movements with coefficients to finish a disappointing 9th in the division.
In lower training sophmore Brianna Carter rose to the occasion scoring 67.9% and earning 2nd place after requesting a re-ride due to the horse she drew having significant issues with the flowers in the ring. Senior Lauren Parker was right behind her with 67.5% and 3rd place riding the same horse. At the Introductory Level St. Andrews riders rose to the occasion with Jenna Marten scoring 72.5% for 2nd place and freshman Masha Peckham scoring 67.5% for 4th and Senior Katelee Johnson placing 5th with 66.30% in a large division with 12 riders.
At the end of the fall season this leaves the Knights trailing Averett University by one point. “I have challenged the team individually and as a group to tell me how they plan to improve their riding by February when we compete again,” said coach Dwelle. “Although this is a team sport it is the responsibility or each individual to improve their skills, everyone has a different challenge. Averett is a strong school and will be difficult to beat, their riders have more opportunities to compete at schooling and recognized shows than our riders and this gives them a competitive edge.”
The Knights have three shows left in the spring a double header at Averett Feb 18th – 19th and the final show March 18th at St. Andrews.
Regional Standings after 3 shows
St. Andrews University 16
Averett University 17
Furman University 10
North Carolina State University 11
St. Andrews Team B – 10 points
Erin Hudson First Level Test 2
Casey Curtis – Training Level Test 3
Paige Tillison – Training Level Test 1
Jenna Marten – Introductory Level Test B
St. Andrews Team A – 9 points
Lindsey Agaliotos – First Level Test 2
Olivia Taylor – Training Level Test 3
Brianna Carter – Training Level Test1
Hannah Firth – Introductory Level Test B
Individual Results
First Level Test 2
3rd Lindsey Agaliotis 66.80%
4th Erin Hudson 56.40%
Training Level Test 3
5th Casey Curtis 66.40%
Training Level Test 1
2nd Brianna Carter 67.90%
3rd Lauren Parker 67.50%
Introductory Level Test B
2nd Jenna Marten 72.50%
4th Masha Peckham 67.50%
5th Katelee Johnson 66.30%
Saturday, October 29, 2011
IHSA Hunter Seat Team Increases Their Regional Lead!
Judge Diann Langer from Johnston, SC endured cool temperatures and a light but persistent wind to judge today’s IHSA Hunter Seat show. Eleven schools fielded riders including Davidson and Virginia Commonwealth who have not competed at St. Andrews this season. Team veterans Kim Graves, Alie McGraw and Katie Hansen all won their flat classes setting the standard for the remainder of the day. Freshman Regina Barasch won her section of Open Over Fences and followed that up with a win in her Intermediate Flat class becoming one of three riders tied for high point rider. In the ride off at the end of the day Regina came out ahead of the two riders from Duke to earn the championship title. The Knights continued to show their strength throughout the day placing well in just about every class leading to a strong win with 46 points to Virginia Commonwealth’s 36.
At the end of the day the BOB Derby brought a new first to St. Andrews and IHSA where coaches from 8 of the 11 schools competed against one another to raise money for IHSA Nationals 2012 and more importantly Regional bragging rights! Equestrian Program Director Peggy McElveen added a dash of fun to the event with a draw for candy hidden in brains (cold cooked spaghetti) to go with the Halloween theme for the day. The 8 coaches rode briefly on the flat and then each one was required to complete a western style pattern and jump 4 fences including a trot fence. Coach Thom Pollard rode a smooth pattern and nailed his fences on Feeny to win the blue ribbon for NCSU.
Regional Standings
St. Andrews University 167
Duke University 131
UNC-Chapel Hill 130
North Carolina State University 128
East Carolina University 116
Coastal Carolina University 97
UNC-Charlotte 77
UNC-Wilmington 67
Virginia Commonwealth University 62
Martin Community College 14
Team Results Oct 29th
46 St. Andrews University
36 Virginia Commonwealth University
35 UNC-Chapel Hill
33 Duke
33 Davidson
30 NCSU
26 UNC-Charlotte
25 UNC-Wilmington
21 Eastern Carolina
21 Coastal Carolina
St. Andrews Results
Open Flat A – 1st Kim Graves
Novice Flat A - 1st Alie McGraw
Open Flat B – 1st Katie Hansen
Novice Flat B – 1st Park Hoey
Intermediate Flat A – 1st Kayla McBath
Open Fences A – 2nd Regina Barasch, 4th Cat Stumberg
Open Fences B – 3rd Kim Graves
Open Fences C – 3rd Katie Hansen
Walk, Trot, Canter A – 1st Caitlin Karolak
Novice Flat C – 1st Abigail Skillman
Walk, Trot, Canter B – 2nd Hillary Todd, 3rd Sarah Lishen
Intermediate Fences A – 4th Keli Van Den Heuvel
Intermediate Fences B – 2nd Nikki Napoleone
Intermediate Fences C – 1st Kali Cram
Walk, Trot, Canter C – 1st Tori Burkey
Walk, Trot A – 1st Valerie Robey
Novice Flat D – 3rd Tara Algeri
Novice Flat E – 2nd Michelle Eld
Walk, Trot B – 3rd Morgan Potts
Walk, Trot, Canter D – 1st Jackie Rigsbee, 4th Chandalyn Chrzanowski
Novice Flat F – 6th Kali Cram
Walk, Trot, Canter E – 1st Mia Dipillo
Intermediate Flat C – 1st Regina Barasch
Walk, Trot, Canter F – 3rd Julie Griffin, 4th Sara Hackney
Novice Fences B – 3rd Alexandra Fullerton
Bob Derby – Thom Pollard NCSU
High Point Rider – Regina Barasch, St. Andrews
Reserve High Point Rider – Caroline Culbertson, Duke
At the end of the day the BOB Derby brought a new first to St. Andrews and IHSA where coaches from 8 of the 11 schools competed against one another to raise money for IHSA Nationals 2012 and more importantly Regional bragging rights! Equestrian Program Director Peggy McElveen added a dash of fun to the event with a draw for candy hidden in brains (cold cooked spaghetti) to go with the Halloween theme for the day. The 8 coaches rode briefly on the flat and then each one was required to complete a western style pattern and jump 4 fences including a trot fence. Coach Thom Pollard rode a smooth pattern and nailed his fences on Feeny to win the blue ribbon for NCSU.
Regional Standings
St. Andrews University 167
Duke University 131
UNC-Chapel Hill 130
North Carolina State University 128
East Carolina University 116
Coastal Carolina University 97
UNC-Charlotte 77
UNC-Wilmington 67
Virginia Commonwealth University 62
Martin Community College 14
Team Results Oct 29th
46 St. Andrews University
36 Virginia Commonwealth University
35 UNC-Chapel Hill
33 Duke
33 Davidson
30 NCSU
26 UNC-Charlotte
25 UNC-Wilmington
21 Eastern Carolina
21 Coastal Carolina
St. Andrews Results
Open Flat A – 1st Kim Graves
Novice Flat A - 1st Alie McGraw
Open Flat B – 1st Katie Hansen
Novice Flat B – 1st Park Hoey
Intermediate Flat A – 1st Kayla McBath
Open Fences A – 2nd Regina Barasch, 4th Cat Stumberg
Open Fences B – 3rd Kim Graves
Open Fences C – 3rd Katie Hansen
Walk, Trot, Canter A – 1st Caitlin Karolak
Novice Flat C – 1st Abigail Skillman
Walk, Trot, Canter B – 2nd Hillary Todd, 3rd Sarah Lishen
Intermediate Fences A – 4th Keli Van Den Heuvel
Intermediate Fences B – 2nd Nikki Napoleone
Intermediate Fences C – 1st Kali Cram
Walk, Trot, Canter C – 1st Tori Burkey
Walk, Trot A – 1st Valerie Robey
Novice Flat D – 3rd Tara Algeri
Novice Flat E – 2nd Michelle Eld
Walk, Trot B – 3rd Morgan Potts
Walk, Trot, Canter D – 1st Jackie Rigsbee, 4th Chandalyn Chrzanowski
Novice Flat F – 6th Kali Cram
Walk, Trot, Canter E – 1st Mia Dipillo
Intermediate Flat C – 1st Regina Barasch
Walk, Trot, Canter F – 3rd Julie Griffin, 4th Sara Hackney
Novice Fences B – 3rd Alexandra Fullerton
Bob Derby – Thom Pollard NCSU
High Point Rider – Regina Barasch, St. Andrews
Reserve High Point Rider – Caroline Culbertson, Duke
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Coming Up Next Weekend!
IHSA Hunter Seat Team hosts the 4th show of the season this Saturday at the SAU Equestrain Center
“We are looking forward to a big day of showing at home this Saturday,” said Coach Ashley Duda. “We are currently 23 points ahead in our region. The team is looking to bring home a win on Saturday but also hoping to extend our region lead. Katie Hansen is leading the Cacchione Cup race at this point. She has been riding very strongly this week and the team will look for strong performances from Hansen in the Open division. The team will also rely on a number of upperclassmen to lead throughout the day. 26 riders will compete for the Knights on Saturday.”
The IDA team travels to Averett University Equestrian Center near Danville, VA Sunday. The SAU team leads the region by one point in a highly competitive region. Junior and team Captain Lindsey Agaliotis will be riding in first level test two against Averett's strong senior Emily Henderson. "Emily has been to Nationals every year I believe," said Coach Jackie Dwelle, "Lindsey just moved up to first level and is working really hard." Emily and Lindsey are currently tied for individual points with 11 each. Team riders include many seniors. "These riders have worked at their riding during their time at St. Andrews," said Dwelle, "I am hopeful that the many hours spent riding without stirrups and practicing in the dressage arena will pay off." A total of 12 riders will be traveling on Sunday including some freshmen who are just getting their feet wet in the intercollegiate dressage arena.
Also Sunday, St. Andrews hosts Showing Under the Stars starting at 2:00 p.m. Classes will include , the annual Costume Contest, Bareback Hunter Derby, Dressed up Hunter Derby, Haunted Trail Class, Candy Corn in Spoon, Bareback Ride-A-Buck, Keyhole Race and a Coaches Class! The focus is on fun and games after an intense few weeks of horse showing.
“We are looking forward to a big day of showing at home this Saturday,” said Coach Ashley Duda. “We are currently 23 points ahead in our region. The team is looking to bring home a win on Saturday but also hoping to extend our region lead. Katie Hansen is leading the Cacchione Cup race at this point. She has been riding very strongly this week and the team will look for strong performances from Hansen in the Open division. The team will also rely on a number of upperclassmen to lead throughout the day. 26 riders will compete for the Knights on Saturday.”
The IDA team travels to Averett University Equestrian Center near Danville, VA Sunday. The SAU team leads the region by one point in a highly competitive region. Junior and team Captain Lindsey Agaliotis will be riding in first level test two against Averett's strong senior Emily Henderson. "Emily has been to Nationals every year I believe," said Coach Jackie Dwelle, "Lindsey just moved up to first level and is working really hard." Emily and Lindsey are currently tied for individual points with 11 each. Team riders include many seniors. "These riders have worked at their riding during their time at St. Andrews," said Dwelle, "I am hopeful that the many hours spent riding without stirrups and practicing in the dressage arena will pay off." A total of 12 riders will be traveling on Sunday including some freshmen who are just getting their feet wet in the intercollegiate dressage arena.
Also Sunday, St. Andrews hosts Showing Under the Stars starting at 2:00 p.m. Classes will include , the annual Costume Contest, Bareback Hunter Derby, Dressed up Hunter Derby, Haunted Trail Class, Candy Corn in Spoon, Bareback Ride-A-Buck, Keyhole Race and a Coaches Class! The focus is on fun and games after an intense few weeks of horse showing.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
IHSA Hunter Seat Strong Win at Duke!
Sunday, October 23, 2011
A glorious fall day for a horse show! The Knights left Laurinburg long before dawn for the trip to the Duke University Hunter Seat Horse Show. This was the third show in our fall competition schedule of five shows and an important competition for all eleven collegiate teams in Zone 4 Region 3.
Coach Ashley Duda had her riders well prepared having done special team practices on Friday and Saturday. Many of our students’ parents came to cheer us on and they had a lot to cheer about as St. Andrews began to win class after class.
Overall, St. Andrews was the Champion Team with 45 points. Duke was Reserve Champion Team with 42 points. Every one of our riders placed in the top four in their divisions! Alexandra Fullerton was the Champion High Point Rider and Katie Hansen and Kim Graves shared the honor of Reserve Champion High Point Rider. Whenever there is a tie in points for High Point or Reserve High Point Rider, the judge asks the riders questions concerning equitation, theory, or horse care. There were five riders tied for Reserve High Point at the Duke Show and the judge quickly eliminated all but the St. Andrews students. After the fourth round of questions was answered correctly by Katie and by Kim, the judge declared a tie! Congratulations ladies and thank you to all the Equine Studies professors who have taught these students so well.
Results for individual riders and for team riders were:
Katie Hansen – 1st place Open Flat Section B
Kim Graves – 1st place Open Flat Section C
Katie Hansen – 2nd place Open Fences Section A
Regina Barasch – 1st place Open Fences Section B
Kim Graves – 2nd place Open Fences Section B
Sami Cram – 1st place Intermediate Flat Section A
Kayla McBath – 4th place Intermediate Flat Section B
Kali Cram – 1st place Intermediate Fences Section B
Alexandra Fullerton – 1st place Novice Flat Section B
Catherine McDowell – 2nd place Novice Flat Section E
Alexandra Fullerton – 1st place Novice Fences Section A
Alie McGraw – 1st place Novice Fences Section C
Hillary Todd – 2nd place Advanced Walk, Trot, Canter Section B
Cami Glaff – 2nd place Advanced Walk, Trot, Canter Section E
Jameson Crandall – 2nd place Beginning Walk, Trot, Canter Section A
Lacy Burke – 1st place Beginning Walk, Trot, Canter Section C
Morgan Potts – 4th place Walk, Trot Section A
Shiloh Kozlowski – 2nd place Walk, Trot Section C
Team Results for Duke University Show:
St. Andrews University 45
Duke University 42
East Carolina University 37
Coastal Carolina University 35
UNC-Chapel Hill 33
North Carolina State University 29
Virginia Commonwealth University 26
Davidson College 22
UNC-Charlotte 22
UNC-Wilmington 15
Martin Community College 10
Overall Team Standings after three competitions:
St. Andrews University 121
Duke University 98
North Carolina State University 98
East Carolina University 97
UNC-Chapel Hill 95
Coastal Carolina University 76
UNC-Charlotte 51
UNC-Wilmington 42
Virginia Commonwealth University 26
Martin Community College 14
A glorious fall day for a horse show! The Knights left Laurinburg long before dawn for the trip to the Duke University Hunter Seat Horse Show. This was the third show in our fall competition schedule of five shows and an important competition for all eleven collegiate teams in Zone 4 Region 3.
Coach Ashley Duda had her riders well prepared having done special team practices on Friday and Saturday. Many of our students’ parents came to cheer us on and they had a lot to cheer about as St. Andrews began to win class after class.
Overall, St. Andrews was the Champion Team with 45 points. Duke was Reserve Champion Team with 42 points. Every one of our riders placed in the top four in their divisions! Alexandra Fullerton was the Champion High Point Rider and Katie Hansen and Kim Graves shared the honor of Reserve Champion High Point Rider. Whenever there is a tie in points for High Point or Reserve High Point Rider, the judge asks the riders questions concerning equitation, theory, or horse care. There were five riders tied for Reserve High Point at the Duke Show and the judge quickly eliminated all but the St. Andrews students. After the fourth round of questions was answered correctly by Katie and by Kim, the judge declared a tie! Congratulations ladies and thank you to all the Equine Studies professors who have taught these students so well.
Results for individual riders and for team riders were:
Katie Hansen – 1st place Open Flat Section B
Kim Graves – 1st place Open Flat Section C
Katie Hansen – 2nd place Open Fences Section A
Regina Barasch – 1st place Open Fences Section B
Kim Graves – 2nd place Open Fences Section B
Sami Cram – 1st place Intermediate Flat Section A
Kayla McBath – 4th place Intermediate Flat Section B
Kali Cram – 1st place Intermediate Fences Section B
Alexandra Fullerton – 1st place Novice Flat Section B
Catherine McDowell – 2nd place Novice Flat Section E
Alexandra Fullerton – 1st place Novice Fences Section A
Alie McGraw – 1st place Novice Fences Section C
Hillary Todd – 2nd place Advanced Walk, Trot, Canter Section B
Cami Glaff – 2nd place Advanced Walk, Trot, Canter Section E
Jameson Crandall – 2nd place Beginning Walk, Trot, Canter Section A
Lacy Burke – 1st place Beginning Walk, Trot, Canter Section C
Morgan Potts – 4th place Walk, Trot Section A
Shiloh Kozlowski – 2nd place Walk, Trot Section C
Team Results for Duke University Show:
St. Andrews University 45
Duke University 42
East Carolina University 37
Coastal Carolina University 35
UNC-Chapel Hill 33
North Carolina State University 29
Virginia Commonwealth University 26
Davidson College 22
UNC-Charlotte 22
UNC-Wilmington 15
Martin Community College 10
Overall Team Standings after three competitions:
St. Andrews University 121
Duke University 98
North Carolina State University 98
East Carolina University 97
UNC-Chapel Hill 95
Coastal Carolina University 76
UNC-Charlotte 51
UNC-Wilmington 42
Virginia Commonwealth University 26
Martin Community College 14
Monday, October 24, 2011
St. Andrews IDA Show Oct 22
Thanks to the dedication and team work of the St. Andrews Equestrian program students and staff, Saturday’s IDA show ran like a charm. “We really know how to put on a horse show,” said coach Dwelle
Furman University surprised everyone in IDA Region I by winning at St. Andrews today. Congratulations to Furman for great riding and working together as a team even though you did not have your coach with you! St. Andrews finished in third place behind regional rivals Averett University. St. Andrews leads the region with 11 points to Averett’s 10 points. Junior Lindsey Agaliotis earned second place in first level test 2 being beaten by Averett’s Emily Henderson riding Wind Song a horse which Lindsey has worked closely with. Agaliotis commented, “I guess I prepped her too well!” Agaliotis put in a strong performance riding Astaire. Also riding in first level was Andrea Tito who drew Jake for her ride. “I was thrilled with my ride!” said Tito who just moved up to first level. “Moving from training to first is a big step,” commented dressage coach Jackie Dwelle, “Andrea is a senior and I wanted her to have this experience before she graduated. She rode well laying a strong foundation for her next show.”
In lower training Brianna Carter laid down a solid test on Reagan to win the division and earn reserve high point rider with a score of 70.41% (behind Henderson in first level with 71.08%). Paige Tillison riding as an individual placed third on Magic.
At the introductory level freshman Masha Peckham riding Popsicle placed third with a solid ride besting Jenna Marten on Russell who was fourth. “There were 13 riders in the intro division,” said Dwelle, “I am really excited for Masha and Jenna for doing so well.”
The dressage team competes next Sunday at Averett University where they will be riding to defend their regional lead.
Regional Standings after 2 shows
St. Andrews University 11
Averett University 10
Furman University 7
North Carolina State University 7
Team Results Oct 22
1. Furman University Team A
2. Averett University Team A
3. St. Andrews University Team B
4. St. Andrews University Team A
5. North Carolina State University Team A
6. North Carolina State University Team B
7. Averett University Team B
First Level Test 2
1. Emily Henderson AU 71.08%
2. Lindsey Agaliotis SAU 65.94%
3. Helen Olmi FU 65.4%
4. Ellen Shaw NCSU 65.4%
5. Lexy Pingree AU 64.59%
6. Andrea Tito SAU 63.78%
Training Level Test 3
1. Amy Furguson FU 68.1%
2. Shannon Stone AU 67.6%
3. Ashley Grandis NCSU 66.8%
4. Casey Curtis SAU 66.8%
5. Olivia Taylor SAU 65.6%
6. Emily Scotton NCSU 61.6%
Training Level Test 1
1. Brianna Carter SAU 70.41%
2. Jessie Hayes AU 68.75%
3. Paige Tillison SAU 65.83%
4. Cat Rock AU 65.41%
5. Brittany Hoffman NCSU 63.75%
6. Melissa Switek NCSU 62.91%
Introductory Level Test B
1. Sarah Smith FU 68.12%
2. Kassia White AU 67.5%
3. Masha Peckham SAU 67.5%
4. Jenna Marten SAU 65.62%
5. Lindsey Baker AU 65.0%
6. Catherine Doane 65.0%
Furman University surprised everyone in IDA Region I by winning at St. Andrews today. Congratulations to Furman for great riding and working together as a team even though you did not have your coach with you! St. Andrews finished in third place behind regional rivals Averett University. St. Andrews leads the region with 11 points to Averett’s 10 points. Junior Lindsey Agaliotis earned second place in first level test 2 being beaten by Averett’s Emily Henderson riding Wind Song a horse which Lindsey has worked closely with. Agaliotis commented, “I guess I prepped her too well!” Agaliotis put in a strong performance riding Astaire. Also riding in first level was Andrea Tito who drew Jake for her ride. “I was thrilled with my ride!” said Tito who just moved up to first level. “Moving from training to first is a big step,” commented dressage coach Jackie Dwelle, “Andrea is a senior and I wanted her to have this experience before she graduated. She rode well laying a strong foundation for her next show.”
In lower training Brianna Carter laid down a solid test on Reagan to win the division and earn reserve high point rider with a score of 70.41% (behind Henderson in first level with 71.08%). Paige Tillison riding as an individual placed third on Magic.
At the introductory level freshman Masha Peckham riding Popsicle placed third with a solid ride besting Jenna Marten on Russell who was fourth. “There were 13 riders in the intro division,” said Dwelle, “I am really excited for Masha and Jenna for doing so well.”
The dressage team competes next Sunday at Averett University where they will be riding to defend their regional lead.
Regional Standings after 2 shows
St. Andrews University 11
Averett University 10
Furman University 7
North Carolina State University 7
Team Results Oct 22
1. Furman University Team A
2. Averett University Team A
3. St. Andrews University Team B
4. St. Andrews University Team A
5. North Carolina State University Team A
6. North Carolina State University Team B
7. Averett University Team B
First Level Test 2
1. Emily Henderson AU 71.08%
2. Lindsey Agaliotis SAU 65.94%
3. Helen Olmi FU 65.4%
4. Ellen Shaw NCSU 65.4%
5. Lexy Pingree AU 64.59%
6. Andrea Tito SAU 63.78%
Training Level Test 3
1. Amy Furguson FU 68.1%
2. Shannon Stone AU 67.6%
3. Ashley Grandis NCSU 66.8%
4. Casey Curtis SAU 66.8%
5. Olivia Taylor SAU 65.6%
6. Emily Scotton NCSU 61.6%
Training Level Test 1
1. Brianna Carter SAU 70.41%
2. Jessie Hayes AU 68.75%
3. Paige Tillison SAU 65.83%
4. Cat Rock AU 65.41%
5. Brittany Hoffman NCSU 63.75%
6. Melissa Switek NCSU 62.91%
Introductory Level Test B
1. Sarah Smith FU 68.12%
2. Kassia White AU 67.5%
3. Masha Peckham SAU 67.5%
4. Jenna Marten SAU 65.62%
5. Lindsey Baker AU 65.0%
6. Catherine Doane 65.0%
Tuesday, October 18, 2011
Busy Weekend Showing!
Friday evening Showing Under the Stars was very well attended with representatives from all three disciplines. Alums Gwen Titus and Mike Kryzack served as the judge and announcer respectively. The theme for the evening was “pink” to support October being breast cancer month. All competitors paid $5 a class and contributed a can of food for the Laurinburg food bank.
Saturday Ashley, Heather and Peggy traveled to Chapel Hill to compete in the second IHSA show of the season.
Showing Under the Stars Oct 14th SAU Equestrian Center
Results:
Walk Trot Canter Equitation Section A
1. Michelle Hustad – Benji
2. Kayla McBath – Frankie
3. Sarah Lishen – Feeney
4. Hillary Todd – Claire
5. Erica Leseur – Andy
6. Courtney Nix – Magic
Dressage Equitation Section A
1. Jenna Marten – Chico
2. Masha Peckham – Socke
3. Callian Trujillo – Moe
4. Katelee Johnson – Coosa
Dressage Equitation Section B
1. Lindsey Agaliotos – Windsong
2. Casey Curtis – Clara
3. Sarah Jones – Jake
4. Hannah Firth – Astaire
5. Brianna Carter – Bear
Open Equitation Over Fences
1. Kali Cram – Teddy
2. Sami Cram – Royal
3. Regi Barash – Nito
4. Katie Hansen – Beckett
5. Kim Graves – Yack
6. Alexandra Fullerton – Fenney
Western Horsemanship Section A
1. Keli Van Den Huevel - Emma
2. Chris Harrelson – Will
3. Madison Webb – Lark
4. Megan White – Harley
Walk Trot Canter Equitation Section B
1. Tori Burkey – Happy
2. Angie Cormack – Reagan
3. Shiloh Kozlowski – Ben
4. Sarah Williams - Astro
5. Michelle Hustad – Jackson
6. Madison Edwards - Rodin
Novice Equitation Over Fences
1. Cami Glaff – Andy
2. Abi Skillman – Onyx
3. Dara Corbett – Glenn
4. Hanna Hinrichsmeyer – Quincey
5. Chandalyn Chranlowski – Fritz
6. Michelle Eld – Ozzie
Western Horsemanship Section B
1. Michelle Hustad – Benji
2. Brittany Powell – Russell
3. Kali Cram – Leaguer
4. Kelsey Jones – Emma
5. Shannon Leggett – Holly
6. Erica Leseur – Andy
Walk Trot Canter Equitation Section C
1. Sara Hackney – Andy
2. Stephanie Whitlock – Magic
3. Lacy Burke – Glenn
4. Katie Ballard – Jeb
5. Katrina Buiel – Astro
6. Rachel Samuel - Pokey
Western Horsemanship Section C
1. Kimmy Simonsen – Jacob
2. Katie Mosca – Popsicle
3. Liana White – Gracie
Intermediate Equitation Over Fences
1 . Mia Dipillo – Profound
2. Brianna Carter – Bear
3. Keli Van Den Huevel – Onyx
4. Nikki Napoleone – Bruce Lee
Western Trail
1. Megan White – Russell
2. Kali Cram – Leaguer
3. Michelle Hustad – Jackson
Western Horsemanship Section D
1. Andrea Velez – Tony
2. Rachel McGarvey – Harley
3. Tyler Gritzuk – Jack (riding bridleless!)
IHSA Hunter Seat Show
Hosted by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill October 15, 2011
Team Standings:
1. St. Andrews 76
2. NCSU 69
3. UNC-Chapel Hill 62
4. ECU 60
5. Coastal Carolina 46
6. Duke 28
Team Results:
1. East Carolina 36
2. UNC Chapel Hill 33
3. St. Andrews 32
4. NCSU 32
5. Duke 25
6. Central Carolina 25
7. UNC Charlotte 16
8. UNC Wilmington 14
9. Martin Community College 4
Reserve High Point Champion:
Katie Hansen
St. Andrews University Individual Results:
Open Flat:
Katie Hansen - 1st
Kim Graves - 5th
Intermediate Flat:
Regina Barasch - 4th
Sami Cram - 1st
Novice Flat:
Alexandra Fullerton - 3rd
Alie McGraw - 3rd
Walk/Trot/Canter:
Caitlin Karolak - 1st
Cami Glaff - 1st
Beginning Walk/Trot/Canter:
Lacy Burke - 5th
Walk Trot:
Shiloh Kozlowski - 5th
Open Fences:
Katie Hansen - 3rd
Kim Graves - 2nd
Novice Fences:
Alie McGraw - 5th
Bob Derby:
Katie Hansen - 2nd
Saturday Ashley, Heather and Peggy traveled to Chapel Hill to compete in the second IHSA show of the season.
Showing Under the Stars Oct 14th SAU Equestrian Center
Results:
Walk Trot Canter Equitation Section A
1. Michelle Hustad – Benji
2. Kayla McBath – Frankie
3. Sarah Lishen – Feeney
4. Hillary Todd – Claire
5. Erica Leseur – Andy
6. Courtney Nix – Magic
Dressage Equitation Section A
1. Jenna Marten – Chico
2. Masha Peckham – Socke
3. Callian Trujillo – Moe
4. Katelee Johnson – Coosa
Dressage Equitation Section B
1. Lindsey Agaliotos – Windsong
2. Casey Curtis – Clara
3. Sarah Jones – Jake
4. Hannah Firth – Astaire
5. Brianna Carter – Bear
Open Equitation Over Fences
1. Kali Cram – Teddy
2. Sami Cram – Royal
3. Regi Barash – Nito
4. Katie Hansen – Beckett
5. Kim Graves – Yack
6. Alexandra Fullerton – Fenney
Western Horsemanship Section A
1. Keli Van Den Huevel - Emma
2. Chris Harrelson – Will
3. Madison Webb – Lark
4. Megan White – Harley
Walk Trot Canter Equitation Section B
1. Tori Burkey – Happy
2. Angie Cormack – Reagan
3. Shiloh Kozlowski – Ben
4. Sarah Williams - Astro
5. Michelle Hustad – Jackson
6. Madison Edwards - Rodin
Novice Equitation Over Fences
1. Cami Glaff – Andy
2. Abi Skillman – Onyx
3. Dara Corbett – Glenn
4. Hanna Hinrichsmeyer – Quincey
5. Chandalyn Chranlowski – Fritz
6. Michelle Eld – Ozzie
Western Horsemanship Section B
1. Michelle Hustad – Benji
2. Brittany Powell – Russell
3. Kali Cram – Leaguer
4. Kelsey Jones – Emma
5. Shannon Leggett – Holly
6. Erica Leseur – Andy
Walk Trot Canter Equitation Section C
1. Sara Hackney – Andy
2. Stephanie Whitlock – Magic
3. Lacy Burke – Glenn
4. Katie Ballard – Jeb
5. Katrina Buiel – Astro
6. Rachel Samuel - Pokey
Western Horsemanship Section C
1. Kimmy Simonsen – Jacob
2. Katie Mosca – Popsicle
3. Liana White – Gracie
Intermediate Equitation Over Fences
1 . Mia Dipillo – Profound
2. Brianna Carter – Bear
3. Keli Van Den Huevel – Onyx
4. Nikki Napoleone – Bruce Lee
Western Trail
1. Megan White – Russell
2. Kali Cram – Leaguer
3. Michelle Hustad – Jackson
Western Horsemanship Section D
1. Andrea Velez – Tony
2. Rachel McGarvey – Harley
3. Tyler Gritzuk – Jack (riding bridleless!)
IHSA Hunter Seat Show
Hosted by the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill October 15, 2011
Team Standings:
1. St. Andrews 76
2. NCSU 69
3. UNC-Chapel Hill 62
4. ECU 60
5. Coastal Carolina 46
6. Duke 28
Team Results:
1. East Carolina 36
2. UNC Chapel Hill 33
3. St. Andrews 32
4. NCSU 32
5. Duke 25
6. Central Carolina 25
7. UNC Charlotte 16
8. UNC Wilmington 14
9. Martin Community College 4
Reserve High Point Champion:
Katie Hansen
St. Andrews University Individual Results:
Open Flat:
Katie Hansen - 1st
Kim Graves - 5th
Intermediate Flat:
Regina Barasch - 4th
Sami Cram - 1st
Novice Flat:
Alexandra Fullerton - 3rd
Alie McGraw - 3rd
Walk/Trot/Canter:
Caitlin Karolak - 1st
Cami Glaff - 1st
Beginning Walk/Trot/Canter:
Lacy Burke - 5th
Walk Trot:
Shiloh Kozlowski - 5th
Open Fences:
Katie Hansen - 3rd
Kim Graves - 2nd
Novice Fences:
Alie McGraw - 5th
Bob Derby:
Katie Hansen - 2nd
Friday, October 14, 2011
Horse Shows and Open House the Weekend!
Short week after fall break but the activities at the barn do not slow down. Tonight we have Showing Under the Stars with all three disciplines competing in a variety of classes. Tomorrow St. Andrews hosts Open House which includes a barn tour at 1:30. This is always a fun event meeting future students and their families. Coach Duda and the IHSA Hunter Seat team travel to Chapel Hill tomorrow for an IHSA show. Coaches Wennburg and Dwelle have practice scheduled for the western and dressage teams in addition to competing in tonight’s horse show. The dressage team will be videoing dressage tests in preparation for next Saturday’s home show.
Monday, October 10, 2011
Introducing the Pony Up Campaign!
Ride-Like-A-Knight is planning a Therapeutic Driving program but needs your help!
Manly the mini, who is trained to drive, recently joined the program but we do not yet have a cart. A suitable cart costs $695 plus delivery and tax. We are looking for 120 people willing to donate $6.95 each to help us reach our goal of expanding the RLAK program. This will cover the cost of the cart, delivery to RLAK and tax.
The St. Andrews “Ride like a Knight” program offers therapeutic horsemanship for people with disabilities of all ages. Therapeutic horsemanship works to partner people and horses through activities. RLAK currently offers therapeutic riding, which emphasizes teaching riding skills to people with disabilities; recently the program has decided to branch out and work on building a therapeutic driving program. Therapeutic driving is an aspect of therapeutic horsemanship which allows the participant the ability to partner with a horse while riding or driving in a cart. Through therapeutic driving, those participants that may not be able to ride due to contraindications (aspects of their disability that make it unsafe for them to ride) will now be able to experience working with a horse in other ways than simply grooming or watching from the sidelines.
Benefits of Therapeutic Horsemanship
• Improved verbal and nonverbal communication
• Improvement in motor skills and spatial awareness
• Trunk and core improvement
• Improved balance and coordination
• Psychological well being
• Increased self esteem, self image, confidence, and responsibility
• Along with improvement in the overall quality of life
Please make checks out to RLAK and mail them attention Pebbles Turbeville, to 9167 Hasty Road, Laurinburg, NC 28352.
Manly the mini, who is trained to drive, recently joined the program but we do not yet have a cart. A suitable cart costs $695 plus delivery and tax. We are looking for 120 people willing to donate $6.95 each to help us reach our goal of expanding the RLAK program. This will cover the cost of the cart, delivery to RLAK and tax.
The St. Andrews “Ride like a Knight” program offers therapeutic horsemanship for people with disabilities of all ages. Therapeutic horsemanship works to partner people and horses through activities. RLAK currently offers therapeutic riding, which emphasizes teaching riding skills to people with disabilities; recently the program has decided to branch out and work on building a therapeutic driving program. Therapeutic driving is an aspect of therapeutic horsemanship which allows the participant the ability to partner with a horse while riding or driving in a cart. Through therapeutic driving, those participants that may not be able to ride due to contraindications (aspects of their disability that make it unsafe for them to ride) will now be able to experience working with a horse in other ways than simply grooming or watching from the sidelines.
Benefits of Therapeutic Horsemanship
• Improvement in motor skills and spatial awareness
• Trunk and core improvement
• Improved balance and coordination
• Psychological well being
• Increased self esteem, self image, confidence, and responsibility
• Along with improvement in the overall quality of life
Monday, October 3, 2011
Huge Weekend for the Equestrian Program!
St. Andrews University Equestrian Teams off to a Cracking Start!
Coach Carla Wennburg and the IHSA Western team followed the lead set by the IHSA Hunter Seat and IDA Dressage Teams last weekend by convincingly winning on Saturday and Sunday. “Every rider did well in pattern work which is huge to me. They were all very effective and thoughtful which showed in the ultimate placings.” said Carla. At the end of the weekend St. Andrews led Region 4.5 with 78 points to NCSU’s 50 points. Senior Shannon Leggett was high point rider on Saturday and then won her reining division on Sunday with a beautiful rider on LJ.
In Raleigh Ride-Like-A-Knight program director Megan Ellis with student coach Rachel McGarvey and rider Josh Dazey represented Scotland County at the Special Olympics. Josh rode Red Ted in several classes placing 4th in Showmanship and earning a Silver Medal in Western Equitation with Pattern. Megan put together a short video of the weekend to view it click here!
Also at the Horse Complex in Raleigh, coach Lindsey Crowther and several students competed at the Triangle Farms “C” Show. Regina Barasch and her horse Incognito were first in the Derby, Katie Hansen and her own Lucky were third and Allie McGraw and Monkey placed eighth.
Other show results:
Coach Carla Wennburg and the IHSA Western team followed the lead set by the IHSA Hunter Seat and IDA Dressage Teams last weekend by convincingly winning on Saturday and Sunday. “Every rider did well in pattern work which is huge to me. They were all very effective and thoughtful which showed in the ultimate placings.” said Carla. At the end of the weekend St. Andrews led Region 4.5 with 78 points to NCSU’s 50 points. Senior Shannon Leggett was high point rider on Saturday and then won her reining division on Sunday with a beautiful rider on LJ.
In Raleigh Ride-Like-A-Knight program director Megan Ellis with student coach Rachel McGarvey and rider Josh Dazey represented Scotland County at the Special Olympics. Josh rode Red Ted in several classes placing 4th in Showmanship and earning a Silver Medal in Western Equitation with Pattern. Megan put together a short video of the weekend to view it click here!
Also at the Horse Complex in Raleigh, coach Lindsey Crowther and several students competed at the Triangle Farms “C” Show. Regina Barasch and her horse Incognito were first in the Derby, Katie Hansen and her own Lucky were third and Allie McGraw and Monkey placed eighth.
Other show results:
- Allie McGraw and her own Monkey - 2nd in the Derby flat class
- Paula Kramer and Amador 1st in the Pre Child Adult Under Saddle
- Abigail Skillman and St. Andrews Onyx 2nd in the Equitation on the flat & 2nd in the Hunter Over Fences
- Julie Griffin and her own Apache 3rd in an over fences class.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Busy weekend for the St. Andrews Equestrian program!
The St. Andrews Equestrian Program is full steam ahead this weekend! At home we are hosting back to back IHSA Western Shows Saturday at 1:00 and Sunday at 10:00. Following up on the Hunter Seat team’s lead Coach Carla Wennburg is planning the western version of the BOB Derby. The BOB Derby will be similar to a trail class with some other fun activities. The BOB Derby is a fund raiser for IHSA National Championships next May in Raleigh.
The brand new horse trailer left for Raleigh this morning for its first trip with horses. Coach Lindsey Crowther is taking the show team to the Triangle Farms ‘C’ show and RLAK program director Megan Ellis is accompanying Red Ted and his rider Josh to the NC Special Olympics. Coach Ashley Duda is also going to Raleigh to show at some point, but knowing Ashley she has also managed to plan some practice time for the IHSA Hunter Seat Team! The dressage team will be working on the tests for the SAU IDA show scheduled for Oct. 22nd this afternoon.
The brand new horse trailer left for Raleigh this morning for its first trip with horses. Coach Lindsey Crowther is taking the show team to the Triangle Farms ‘C’ show and RLAK program director Megan Ellis is accompanying Red Ted and his rider Josh to the NC Special Olympics. Coach Ashley Duda is also going to Raleigh to show at some point, but knowing Ashley she has also managed to plan some practice time for the IHSA Hunter Seat Team! The dressage team will be working on the tests for the SAU IDA show scheduled for Oct. 22nd this afternoon.
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Results of the NCSU IDA Show Sept. 25th
Champion Team – St. Andrews University
Reserve Champion – Averett University
Individual Results
First Level Test 1
1st Lindsey Agaliotis - 71.0345%
3rd Erin Hudson - 68.2758%
Training Level Test 2
1st Olivia Taylor – 68.9655%
5th Andrea Tito – 61.3793%
Intro C
1st Lauren Parker – 73.00% Reserve High Point Rider!
3rd Brianna Carter – 68.00%
Intro B
4th Hannah Firth – 65.00%
5th Katelee Johnson – 65.00% (judge split the tie)
Reserve Champion – Averett University
Individual Results
First Level Test 1
1st Lindsey Agaliotis - 71.0345%
3rd Erin Hudson - 68.2758%
Training Level Test 2
1st Olivia Taylor – 68.9655%
5th Andrea Tito – 61.3793%
Intro C
1st Lauren Parker – 73.00% Reserve High Point Rider!
3rd Brianna Carter – 68.00%
Intro B
4th Hannah Firth – 65.00%
5th Katelee Johnson – 65.00% (judge split the tie)
Wednesday, September 28, 2011
Great Weekend for St. Andrews University!
The Equestrian Team had a great start to the competitive season this weekend with the IHSA Hunter Seat winning at home and IDA team winning at NCSU. The IHSA team had lots of support from friends, parents, alums and program supporters. This is just some of the people that stopped by to show their support.
• Alums visiting to IHSA - Rob Jacobs, Marianne Stark
• Bob Cacchione!
• Keith Wade stopped by around 9:15. “I’m on my way to the airport good to see the turn out”
• National anthem sung by Professor Bill McConnell
• Family members of Andrea Velez, Sami & Kali Cram, Kayla McBath, Tori Burkey. Paula Kramer, Hillary Todd, Caitlin Karolak, Alexandra Fullerton, Catherine McDowell.
• Announcer - Alum Mike Kryszak, Judge - Carol O’Brien Aiken SC
Bob Cacchione spoke during the lunch break.
“I am honored to be here today. Thank you to Peggy McElveen and the St. Andrews team for hosting the first and the last show of the season. You all will be taking part in hosting the IHSA National Championships at the Fairgrounds in Raleigh. I have been walking around talking to everyone and have been told by many parents that they will be there next May. If you make it to Nationals this year my hat is off to you, if you don’t qualify this could be the closest you will be to a National Championships. We have over 100 jobs that need to be filled, participating in these championships is something you can put on your resume. IHSA has sent 4 riders that have participated in the Cacchione Cup to the Olympics. The membership is currently 8,600 individual members and growing.
Every year IHSA raises the bar at the National Championships, knowing Peggy McElveen and Carla Wennburg I know we are in for something very special next May.”
Team Results
1. SAU – 44
2. NCSU – 37
3. Duke – 3
4. UNC – Chapel Hill – 29
5. ECU – 24
6. Coastal Carolina – 21
High Point Rider – Allie McGraw SAU
Reserve High Point – Kathryn Hall ECU
Individual Results
Open Flat A - 1st Kim Graves
Novice Flat A - 5th Catherine McDowell
Open Flat B - 1st Katie Hansen
Novice Flat B - 4th Tara Algeri
Open Fences A - 3rd Katie Hansen
Open Fences B - 2nd Kim Graves, 3rd Cat Stumberg
Walk, Trot, Canter A - 5th Brittany Powell
Novice Flat C - 6th Katie Mentzel
Intermediate Flat A - 3rd Sami Cram, 4th Keli Van Der Heuvel
Walk Trot A - 1st Shiloh Kozlowski
Intermediate Fences A - 2nd Kali Cram
Novice flat D - 4th Michelle Eld
Walk trot canter B - 1st Caitlin Karolak, 3rd Angie Cormack
Intermediate Fences B - 2nd Nikki Napoleone
Intermediate Flat B - 2nd Regina Barasch, 6th Kayla McBath
Novice Flat E – 2nd Park Hoey
Walk Trot Canter C - 1st Mia Dipillo, 3rd Hillary Todd
Novice Flat E - 1st Ali McGraw
Walk Trot B - 3rd Morgan Potts
Novice Fences A - 1st Ali McGraw
Walk Trot Canter D - 5th Paula Kramer
Novice Fences B - 1st Alexandra Fullerton
Walk Trot Canter E - 1st Cami Glaff
• Alums visiting to IHSA - Rob Jacobs, Marianne Stark
• Bob Cacchione!
• Keith Wade stopped by around 9:15. “I’m on my way to the airport good to see the turn out”
• National anthem sung by Professor Bill McConnell
• Family members of Andrea Velez, Sami & Kali Cram, Kayla McBath, Tori Burkey. Paula Kramer, Hillary Todd, Caitlin Karolak, Alexandra Fullerton, Catherine McDowell.
• Announcer - Alum Mike Kryszak, Judge - Carol O’Brien Aiken SC
Bob Cacchione spoke during the lunch break.
“I am honored to be here today. Thank you to Peggy McElveen and the St. Andrews team for hosting the first and the last show of the season. You all will be taking part in hosting the IHSA National Championships at the Fairgrounds in Raleigh. I have been walking around talking to everyone and have been told by many parents that they will be there next May. If you make it to Nationals this year my hat is off to you, if you don’t qualify this could be the closest you will be to a National Championships. We have over 100 jobs that need to be filled, participating in these championships is something you can put on your resume. IHSA has sent 4 riders that have participated in the Cacchione Cup to the Olympics. The membership is currently 8,600 individual members and growing.
Every year IHSA raises the bar at the National Championships, knowing Peggy McElveen and Carla Wennburg I know we are in for something very special next May.”
Team Results
1. SAU – 44
2. NCSU – 37
3. Duke – 3
4. UNC – Chapel Hill – 29
5. ECU – 24
6. Coastal Carolina – 21
High Point Rider – Allie McGraw SAU
Reserve High Point – Kathryn Hall ECU
Individual Results
Open Flat A - 1st Kim Graves
Novice Flat A - 5th Catherine McDowell
Open Flat B - 1st Katie Hansen
Novice Flat B - 4th Tara Algeri
Open Fences A - 3rd Katie Hansen
Open Fences B - 2nd Kim Graves, 3rd Cat Stumberg
Walk, Trot, Canter A - 5th Brittany Powell
Novice Flat C - 6th Katie Mentzel
Intermediate Flat A - 3rd Sami Cram, 4th Keli Van Der Heuvel
Walk Trot A - 1st Shiloh Kozlowski
Intermediate Fences A - 2nd Kali Cram
Novice flat D - 4th Michelle Eld
Walk trot canter B - 1st Caitlin Karolak, 3rd Angie Cormack
Intermediate Fences B - 2nd Nikki Napoleone
Intermediate Flat B - 2nd Regina Barasch, 6th Kayla McBath
Novice Flat E – 2nd Park Hoey
Walk Trot Canter C - 1st Mia Dipillo, 3rd Hillary Todd
Novice Flat E - 1st Ali McGraw
Walk Trot B - 3rd Morgan Potts
Novice Fences A - 1st Ali McGraw
Walk Trot Canter D - 5th Paula Kramer
Novice Fences B - 1st Alexandra Fullerton
Walk Trot Canter E - 1st Cami Glaff
Thursday, September 22, 2011
First IHSA Show for 2011 - 2012
The first IHSA show of the 2011-2012 academic year will be hosted by St. Andrews on Saturday. The show begins at 10:00 on Saturday morning with the finale class, The BOB Derby, at approximately 4:00. As one of the most competitive IHSA regions in the entire country, we have strong competition from many schools. The Knights have been working hard with afternoon and evening practices to prepare for this competition. Bob Cacchione, the President and founder of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association will be visiting with us from Friday through Sunday and will be at the show all day on Saturday. We are eager to start our competitive season which goes throughout the school year and culminates with the National Championship the first week of May, 2012. Teams competing Sat. Coastal Carolina, Duke, ECU, NCSU, Martin Community, UNC-Chapel Hill, UNC-Charlotte, UNC- Wilmington, & St. Andrews.
Go Knights!
Go Knights!
Saturday, September 17, 2011
The Coaches are Preparing!
The barn is a busy place lately. The coaches have been running team practices for the IHSA and IDA teams. Friday Coach Duda was running a 3 ring circus with 3 horses on lunge lines with riders practicing without reins and stirrups. The IHSA hunter seat team have their first show at SAPC next Saturday! There is a work night planned for the 21st and schooling all day on the 22nd. Coach Dwelle held dressage practice on Friday and Saturday for dressage team members. Riders practiced their tests and worked on improving their feel and connection with the horse in preparation for an IDA show next Sunday at North Carolina State. Coach Wennburg attended a Board meeting at Colorado State this week, but barn manager Rachel Buckler stepped into to help the western team as their first shows are October 1st and 2nd at SAPC. Megan Ellis is preparing some of the riders in the Ride-Like-A-Knight Therapeutic Horsemanship program for the Equestrian Tournament at the NC Special Olympics Sept. 30th – Oct. 2nd . Barn Manager Kellie Garrabrant has been preparing Red Ted for his journey to the Special Olympics by having him live in the round pen with a two horse trailer. Red Ted has a history of being difficult to load, but now he willingly walks on the trailer by himself!
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
2011 - 2012 Team Rosters
IHSA HUNTER SEAT ROSTER 2011-2012
Tara Algieri
Regina Barasch
Vanessa Bradley
Lacy Burke
Tori Burkey
Chandalyn Chrzanowski
Chelsea Clasper
Dara Corbett
Angie Cormack
Kali Cram
Sami Cram
Jameson Crandall
Mia DiPillo
Madison Edwards
Michelle Eld
Alexandra Fullerton
Cami Glaff
Kim Graves
Julie Griffin
Sara Hackney
Katie Hansen
Hanna Hinsrichmeyer
Park Hoey
Caitlin Karolak
Shiloh Kozlowski
Paula Kramer
Sarah Lishen
Kayla McBath
Catherine McDowell
Alie McGraw
Katie Mentzel
Nikki Napoleone
Bridget Newman
Courtney Nix
KP Poole
Morgan Potts
Valerie Robey
Hannah Platt
Brittany Powell
Jackie Rigsbee
Abi Skillman
Cat Stumberg
Hillary Todd
Keli Van Den Heuvel
Sarah Williams
Miranda Wright
IDA Roster 2011 - 2012
Lindsey Agaliotis
Brianne Carter
Casey Curtis
Hannah Firth
Erin Hudson
Sarah Jones
Katelee Johnson
Katherine Kaltenbach
Jenna Marten
Lauren Parker
Masha Peckham
Claire Pollard
Olivia Taylor
Paige Tillison
Andrea Tito
Callian Trujillo
IHSA Western Team Roster 2011 - 2012
Kali Cram
Tyler Gritzuk
Michelle Hustad
Kelsey Jones
Shannon Leggett
Erica LeSeur
Dugan McDermott
Rachel McGarvey
Katie Mosca
Jake Nix
Amber Powell
Brittany Powell
Kimmy Simonsen
Logan Teeter
Andrea Valez
Keli Van Der Heuval
Madison Webb
Liana White
Shelley Whittemore
Megan White
Vicki Wiese
Miranda Wright
2011-2012 Show Team Members!
Nicole Napoleone
Chandalyn Chrazanowski
Bridget Newman
Lacy Burke
Dara Corbett
Michelle Eld
Keli Van Den Heuvel
Kali Cram
Sami Cram
Alexandra Fullerton
Regina Barasch
Julie Griffin
Katie Hansen
Allie McGraw
Kayla McBath
Abi Skillman
Kim Graves
Paula Kramer
Catherine McDowell
Friday, September 9, 2011
Team Tryouts This Weekend!
This weekend is team tryouts for freshmen and transfers. In previous years all students have been required to try out for teams the exception being riders that competed at intercollegiate nationals in the previous year. This year the intercollegiate coaches Duda, Dwelle and Wennburg decided that last year’s team members did not have to try out for the IHSA hunter seat and western and IDA teams. This puts pressure on new students to fill the available slots on these three teams.
Another change for this year that the coaches felt was important for making the intercollegiate teams more competitive is that students may only compete on one intercollegiate team. The coaches agreed that riders need to focus on the competitive discipline of their choice. Riders are encouraged to ride in other disciplines during their lessons to broaden their horsemanship skills but competitively the coaches expect a single minded focus.
Support for team mates, excellent horsemanship, and a true understanding of the requirements of a sport are key for competitive success. The coaches are looking for riders dedicated to their sport, that are thirsty for knowledge and are willing to study their chosen discipline as well as practice it.
Good luck to everyone trying out this weekend!
Another change for this year that the coaches felt was important for making the intercollegiate teams more competitive is that students may only compete on one intercollegiate team. The coaches agreed that riders need to focus on the competitive discipline of their choice. Riders are encouraged to ride in other disciplines during their lessons to broaden their horsemanship skills but competitively the coaches expect a single minded focus.
Support for team mates, excellent horsemanship, and a true understanding of the requirements of a sport are key for competitive success. The coaches are looking for riders dedicated to their sport, that are thirsty for knowledge and are willing to study their chosen discipline as well as practice it.
Good luck to everyone trying out this weekend!
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