Fresno State Athletics
Fresno State
NCAA English/Western
Equestrian Places Sixth in Findlay
1/28/2002 12:00:00 AM | Equestrian
Jan. 28, 2002
FRESNO, Calif. - Fresno State competed in a show at the Univ. of Findlay where they received a combined two-day score of sixth place. The Bulldogs had five riders place in the top 5 including third and fifth place finishes by sophomore Amy Reed.
The English/Western show, commonly called the "Winter Nationals," usually showcases each team's superior riders. Fresno State sent nine riders to compete in the Jan. 26-27 event. The Bulldogs faced 27 teams from all over the U.S. including Texas A&M, Penn State University, Purdue University, and Colorado State.
"It was a tough competition," said Head Coach Megan McGee. "There were past and current NCAA champions there. We have considerable work to do to prepare for the championships in April."
On Saturday, Fresno State placed fourth against varsity English teams which are members of the NCAA. Two English riders placed high at the show. Sophomores Amy Reed (Grand Rapids, Mich.) placed fifth in the Walk-Trot-Canter class and sophomore Dawn McIntosh (Los Gatos, Calif.) placed fifth in Intermediate Fences.
On Sunday, Fresno State placed third against varsity Western teams also members of the NCAA. The team placed fourth overall. (Some teams who attended the show are not members of the NCAA but do have equestrian programs.) Three sophomore riders placed in the Western classes. Amy Reed (Grand Rapids, Mich.) placed third in Intermediate Stock Seat. Jennifer Campbell (Clovis, Calif.) placed fourth in Beginning Stock Seat. Jessica Frazier (Lovelock, Nev.) placed fifth in Open Stock Seat.
Fresno State competed in the followingEnglish (Hunter Seat) classes: Open Fences- Michelle TonelloIntermediate Fences- Dawn McIntosh- 5thNovice Fences- Amanda HancockOpen Flat- Michelle TonelloIntermediate Flat- Amanda HancockNovice Flat- Kendra McQueenWalk-Trot-Canter- Amy Reed- 5thWalk-Trot- Jennifer Campbell
Fresno State competed in the followingWestern (Stock Seat) classes:
Reining- Jackie MyersOpen Stock Seat- Jessica Frazier- 5thAdvanced Stock Seat- Maja JordenIntermediate Stock Seat- Amy Reed-3rdBeginning Stock Seat- Jennifer Campbell-4th
