HWS Club Equestrian

Established in 2007, the Hobart and William Smith Equestrian Team is a club sport competing within the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association. We are located in Zone 2, Region 1, competing against top teams such as Cornell University, Alfred University, and Nazareth College.

A common love for horses and respect for the tradition of equestrian sport is what brings these students together. We divide our riding time between two stables, one that is owned and operated by Coach Sarah Barge WS '02 and another that is conveniently less than 10 miles off campus. There is ample opportunity to improve horsemanship, prepare for shows, make memories, and have fun.

HWS Equestrian unites the recreation of a club sport with the competition of a varsity team. Riders are encouraged to show, but are not put under pressure to do so. Riding for pure enjoyment is a strong value of this team. A strong bond exists between the members of HWS Equestrian, one that holds its foundation in an unconditional love for horses.

Coach

Sarah Barge '02

The HWS Equestrian team is coached by Sarah Barge '02, owner and operator of Stone Lane Stables. Sarah grew up in the Rochester area showing and training with Pam Milkman. Upon graduation from Hobart and William Smith Colleges, she began her professional career. She has worked extensively with Mark Frohm who has helped her to develop the practices she uses today. In the spring of 2008 Stone Lane Stables moved to Honeoye Falls. With this move came the ability to expand an already successful program. Throughout this shift, the goal of developing high quality, successful horse and rider combinations has been maintained and expanded.

Adviser

Aliceann Wilber
Head Coach, William Smith Soccer

Captains

Alessandra Mele
Elizabeth Boghosian

Contact

E-mail: equestrianclub@hws.edu

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Spring 2013 Schedule

• February 17, at Cornell University
• February 23, at Alfred University
• March 9, Regional Competitions at Alfred University

League

Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA)

Roster

Alessandra Mele
Elizabeth Boghosian
Eleanor McDavis
Kristin Ressel
Catherine Price
Mallory McAninch
Lelia Barden
Eleanor Blase
Christine Sullivan
Hannah Wilber
Bridget Lynch
Courtney Holt
Gabrielle Brisson
Oriana Schneps
Alison Ware
Emily Fearey
Nicole Pastor
Olivia Jacquemin
Browny Krug
Alice Mathews
Madison Mugnola
Taylor Desgrossiellers
Laura Christie
Haleigh Marshall
Katherine Wright

Non-competitive members:
Michele Day
Kathryn McFarland
Kathryn Manilenko
Haylee Moyser