Jamie Mueller Reynolds, Ill.
While competing on the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Team, I rode in both the Intermediate and Novice divisions. A highlight to my career was qualifying for nationals this year. One of my favorite memories was riding on Brooke’s bus to regionals, attempting to keep up with the other bus -- “I need to over under this bus! Everyone in two point!” Next year I plan to transfer to Iowa State University to pursue a bachelor’s degree in animal science and eventually continuing on to Iowa State’s veterinary program. I would like to thank my parents for traveling all the way to Ohio and Pennsylvania to watch me compete and also all of my teammates who made me push myself all year, especially in the end. We would like to thank Jamie for allowing us to use Josie at practice and at the shows. Josie is as solid as they come, just like Jamie! Codi Reed
Woodhull, Ill.
Riding for the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Team allowed me to compete in the Beginner and Intermediate divisions. Traveling to California where I rode for the team, as well as qualifying for regionals in Missouri, are some of my favorite memories. I am looking forward to completing the veterinary tech program at Black Hawk College in the future. Special thanks to my family and friends for all of their continued support of my completion of the equestrian program at Black Hawk College. We would especially like to thank Codi for her positive attitude and creativity in decorating the draw and awards tables at our shows!
Erica Prchal Rockford, Ill.
This was my first year with the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Team, and I competed as a beginner. My favorite memory was going to semifinals with the team in Findlay, Ohio. For my internship, I was able to work for Sunlight Farms in Sallisaw, Okla. In the future, I plan to move to Oklahoma and work for a breeding facility. I would like to say thank you to my family who constantly supported me during my entire college experience! We would like to thank Erica for her commitment and willingness to compete on the team! Her confidence and consistency was the foundation for our team success finishing the season! Aly Schleis
Reynolds, Ill.
This year I rode in the Novice and Intermediate divisions for the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Team. A highlight of my IHSA experience was qualifying for regionals and all of the fun the team had on the trips. Outside of the show team, my favorite memory at Black Hawk College is working with my project horse Sidney. Last year I went on an internship at Welhouse Horses and Hounds in Poynette, Wis. In the fall, I will transfer to West Texas A&M University. I would especially like to thank Scotty from Top Tier Fitness. We love you! We would like to thank Aly for her willingness to wait the bench and push our Intermediate division riders to be their personal best. Aly was also a stellar announcer for us at home meets! Thank you for being such a good team player!
Gabi Schuler
Cambridge, Wis.
This year I was able to compete on the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association Team as a Beginner rider. My favorite memory is being able to qualify for nationals this year. Last spring I had the opportunity to go on an internship with Craig Morris Cutting Horses of Fort Worth, Texas. In the future, I plan to further my knowledge and experience in the horse industry and eventually have my own lesson and boarding barn. I would like to say thank you to my dad and stepmom. I wouldn’t have been able to take advantage of the great opportunities that Black Hawk College has given me without you. Your love and support has allowed me to become the person I am today. Thank you. The IHSA Team would like to thank Gabi for being a solid team player in her quest for qualifying. She was a major contributor to the team this season!
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