Athletic Equestrian: Riding In College Podcast

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Did you know the podcast is run by host Sally and her three kids? Each person has their role within the podcast to keep it running smoothly! During this episode you will learn about the inner workings of the podcast + bonus content where you hear about how growing up with a collegiate coach shapes them to who they are today!  

Cathy is a pioneer in combining yoga, mindfulness, and horsemanship to improve  horsemanship from ground to saddle through the use of yoga postures and principles; supporting mindfulness in horsemanship and supporting equestrian wellness. She is the creator of Body, Mind, Equine and author of Yoga for Riders

Listen in as two collegiate riders talk about their experience competing on an IHSA team! Mia is studying Psychology and Business at the University of Arizona where she has been a member of the equestrian team for the past two years. Before her collegiate career, she was an active competitor in hunter/jumper disciplines. Spending such a large amount of time with horses, it led her to having a grea...

HMH is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded to increase awareness, public engagement, funds, and access to programs incorporating horses for mental health and personal growth. To learn more visit www.horsesformentalhealth.org and  www.arenasforchange.com

Archie is a top trainer, judge and clinician and our special 100th podcast guest! After a successful junior career on Long Island, Archie competed on the Drew University team where he was an IHSA National Champion. In 1992 he moved to CA where he eventually started his own Brookway Stables in Lakeview Terrace, which has produced hundreds of Champions all over the US.

is the Head Coach of the Marist College Equestrian Team located in Poughkeepsie, NY. Clare received her undergraduate degree from Marist where she competed on the IHSA team. Clare in an active member of many equine related Boards and helps run her family's Crosswinds Farm.

Leah is the CEO, Creative Director, & artist behind Dapplebay, a top-selling equestrian apparel and accessories brand. The creative mind behind Dapplebay's sassy sayings and unique products, Ms. Kaufmann fully conceives the equine designs for the company's attire and accessories. She not only built Dapplebay into a successful business but also uses the company to celebrate a shared passion for hor...

Sherry is the Co-Head Coach of the United States Military Academy in West Point, NY. Sherry and her husband Peter run the USMA program as well as source and train the ceremonial Army mules. Prior to USMA Sherry spent years travelling up and down the East Coast first as a Standardbred trainer and then training Thoroughbreds for racing.

Francesca is a rider and influencer in her first year at Emory University in Atlanta, GA. Growing up in Wellington, FL provided her with numerous opportunities to catch ride and compete. Francesca rides in the Open division in the IHSA and has over 40,000 followers on TikTok.

BHS is a certification program for riders and trainers around the globe. The Stoneleigh Burnham School in Greenfield, MA is offering a new program for riders age 17 and up to get their BHS certification in one year.

Sousa is in 12th season as the Hartwick College head equestrian coach. She has over 40 years of riding & training experience & over 20 years of instructing experience. Sousa's equestrian journey began when she earned a bachelor degree in Equine Studies from Virginia Intermont College in Bristol, VA where she was a top competitor in the IHSA. After college she was the Hawks' assistant coach for 13...

Ryan's passion for Polocrosse began at 8 years old when he was introduced to the sport by his pony club. From pony club polocrosse on small ponies, Ryan began his international travel to the UK in 1996 and started traveling out west playing A grade. While attending college at SMU in Dallas, Ryan played four years with Lone Star. After graduating from college, Ryan moved to North Carolina to play a...

CHA is a 501(c)3 non-profit membership association, founded in 1967. CHA certifies equine professionals, accredits equine facilities and provides resources to programs and equine professionals. The CHA promotes excellence in horsemanship safety and education for the entire horse industry. Jacqueline Tiley  is currently the Interim CEO

Claire just completed her final term at Dartmouth College this past fall. At Dartmouth, she was Co-Captain of the equestrian team. In the IHSA she was Zone 1 Region 2 Cacchione Cup Rider in 2019. This past spring, she was on the ECAC All-Tournament Flat & Fences Team, NCEA All-Academic First Team and At-Large Academic All-Ivy Team.

American Equestrian School gives riders more time to train, travel and compete + elite academics with equestrian coursework, character & leadership training, college & career quidance, networking & internship assistance, performance coaching & personal branding review, nationwide equestrian meet-ups and and mentorship from equestrian champions and experts.

USPC started in 1954 to teach riding and the proper care of horses. It is based on The British Pony Club, which was created in 1929 as a junior branch of the Institute of the Horse. Pony Club's main goal is to promote sportsmanship, stewardship and leadership through horsemanship.

Chris joined the Albion equestrian coaching staff in September '22 after serving as head coach of the Randolph College WildCats in Lynchburg, VA for seven years and, prior to that, a 13-year tenure at Cornell University in Ithaca, N.Y.

Listen in as senior, Hannah, and first year, Lexie, talk about their experience of applying for school and what it is like riding for one of the top level equestrian schools, Savannah College of Art & Design (SCAD)

Tammy Cranouski is the National Alumni Director for the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association. IHSAA is committed to connecting IHSA graduates, mentoring undergraduate students, offering competition and providing support and sponsorship for the IHSA. Tammy attended Westfield State University where she rode on the IHSA western team. She took on the role of IHSAA director in 2019.

Coagi Long, President and owner of Equine Affaire, Inc. has more than 19 years of experience with the company in a variety of areas. She received her undergraduate degree from The University of Findlay. While in college she wont three consecutive IHSA titles and was the 2003 IDA Reserve National Champion. She continues to pursue her competitive career in dressage and trains and breeds Warmbloods a...

Emma Fass is the Founder of Ringside Pro. She grew up riding and competing in VA  and received her undergraduate degree at the University of VIrginia

Heath grew up in Benson, VT in a horsey family and won multiple National and World Appaloosa Championships before becoming a trainer himself. He served as the head trainer at Midway University in Midway, KY since 2014 and became the Hunt Seat Head Coach in 2018.

Mandee is the Founder & host of the Leadline Podcast. It is a podcast for equestrian entrepreneurs and shares some "outside the box" equestrian professions. She hosts multiple equine business related networking events around the country.

Ariel has been the Director of Equestrian Programs and coach of the Middle Tennessee State University Equestrian Team since 2017. She has led the college team to many titles in the region, zone & nationally. Ariel began her riding career showing quarter horses earning World Championship titles. She has both a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Horse Science from MTSU.