Overview: 
The University of Findlay's English Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) team has become one of the top equestrian teams in the country. They captured the 2001 IHSA National Championship and followed it up with the 2003, 2004, 2007, 2008 and 2010 Reserve National Championship titles.  The coaches, instructors and staff are dedicated and proud of our intense equestrian programs that help develop the most accomplished intercollegiate riders.
   
IHSA is unique in that students do not bring their own horse to the competition. Instead, the host college provides all horses. The riders then participate in a "draw" to determine their mount. Once assigned, the rider will mount their horse, adjust his/her stirrups and enter the show ring. Riders are judged on hunt seat equitation over fences and/or on the flat. 

It is not necessary to be an equestrian studies major to participate on the team. Many riders attend the University for a variety of other degrees and compete on the team. 

In addition to regional, zone and national championships, we have approximately seven regional qualifying shows per year. We encourage all members and parents to travel with us. We have a wonderful parent and alumni support group. As a member of The University of Findlay's IHSA team, students learn teamwork, time management and how to be a successful rider who produces a winning ride. Although the IHSA requires an ample amount of hard work and commitment, the rewards are great and many.

 

Practices:
A saddle, girth, saddle pads and bridle will be necessary for practice. 

Cost/Expenses:
The University of Findlay covers all varsity team travel and showing expenses. With accordance of IHSA rules, all varsity team members must be at least a Collegiate member of the USHJA   

Tryouts:
Team tryouts will be held during the first couple of weeks in September. You will need your show clothes and an ASTM approved helmet. You will try out on one of The University of Findlay's school horses. 

Fundraising:
IHSA team members are all required to volunteer one weekend, working at Cedar Point Amusement Park   This is a great opportunity for the team members to get to know each other away from the farm and to work together as a team. 

IHSA Team Results:
The University of Findlay IHSA Team results may be viewed at: English IHSA Show Results.

Visit the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Web site for more information.

IHSA Students Officers 2011-2012
            President:    Kristi Easley
            VP:               Molly Paladino
             

IHSA Hunt Seat Team Coaches

Head Coach:        Stella Prescott     
Assistant Coach:  Eileen "Bud" Roberts 











 



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