| Birthday |
June 20 |
| Job |
Staff Member in the Office of Undergraduate Education |
| Other |
My undergraduate degrees include a BS in Equine Science and a BA in Business Education which I received at William Woods University. I have a M.Ed. from Lynchburg College in Counseling and a Certificate of Advanced Study from Loyola in Pastoral Counseling. |
| Hometown |
My father was career military so I don't really have a home town or state. I was born in Virginia but most of my family is originally from East Tennessee. |
| Riding Discipline |
My primary focus is show hunters, however, I have ridden dressage, western, and saddle seat. |
| Experience |
I have been riding since I was 10 years old, trust me...that's a long time. I have schooled green horses as well as successfully competed at "A" horse shows. I have a "B" Pony Club rating and have competition experience eventing as well. I taught in the riding program at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls for two years. They have a light horse management track as part of their Animal Science program. From there I went to Sweet Briar College, where I was an instructor in the Riding Program for 13 years. I coached several teams and/or individuals to National, State and IHSA titles. I am a National Judge for the Affiliated National Riding Committee and a #1 rated rider. I have the opportunity to judge rating centers for this organization and also judge locally. |
| Trainer |
I have just moved my young horse to Friend's Circle in Davidsonville. I hope to be able to ride with someone on their staff. |
| Accomplishments |
The past few years, I have been competing in the breeding divisions as an Amateur Handler. "Hudson" has done very well showing on the line and has begun his under saddle career as well. Also, I have been lucky to have some nice horses to hack for friends. |
| Goals |
It would be wonderful to have an opportunity to show in the Adult Amateur division if the opportunity should present itself; however, right now I am just enjoying bringing Hudson along. The focus over the next year will be his flat work and starting him over gymnastics and introducing him to jumping. Horses provide me with a much needed break from work and other responsibilities. I find that they bring out the best in me and provide me with a way to be involved with nature. It is definitely good for my soul. |
