Hubbard adds eight student-athletes in early signing period

FRESNO, Calif - Fresno State equestrian head coach Eric Hubbard announced the addition of eight student-athletes to the 2019-20 roster on Thursday.

The signing class brings four Western and four Hunt Seat riders to the program. The class is full of decorated athletes who have each excelled in their riding styles in nationwide showings and competitions.

"We are very excited for this talented group of young women to join our team," added Hubbard. "They bring so many different talents to an already talented group of individuals. We are looking forward to great things from them."

Western Signees

Alex Krebs - Franktown, Colo. (Horsemanship)
- 2018 AQHA Youth World: Top 20 Level 3 Horsemanship
- 2018 Reserve All-Around Level 1 Youth The Celebration Circuit-Las Vegas
- 2018 Tied Reserve All-Around Level 1 Youth Arizona Sun Country Circuit
- 2018 2-time Top Ten in Level 1 Youth Horsemanship and Showmanship NSBA World Show
- 2018 Ranked No.9 in AQHA Level 2 Youth Showmanship
- 2018 Ranked No.9 in AQHA Level 1 Youth Trail
- 2018 Ranked No.11 in AQHA Level 1 Youth Horsemanship

Krebs: "I chose Fresno State because I was very impressed with the facilities and coaches, the family atmosphere, and to continue my riding career on a competitive equestrian team. "

Hannah Way - Pleasant Hill, Ore. (Horsemanship)

Multiple top five awards at the All American Quarter Horse Congress
Multiple level 3 semi-finalist achievements at the AQHA Youth World Show
Multiple AQHA performance horse all around achievements

Way: "It has always been a dream of mine to be a part of a collegiate equestrian team. Fresno State has provided me the perfect opportunity to further my education at a great school while continuing my riding career with a great team."

Hannah Hieber - Catheys Valley, Calif. (Reining)

2017 NSHA Youth Limited champion
NRCHA Derby Non-Pro Limited 3rd place
NRCHA and AQHA multiple world show qualifier
Top 5 multiple NRCHA derbies

Hieber: "Fresno State offered me an opportunity like no other university. Riding for Fresno State's Equestrian team will not only allow me to receive an excellent education, but also continue my riding career in a new and exciting way. Fresno State is located in the key agricultural district of the state, which is perfect for my major of pre-veterinary science. I am excited and beyond grateful to begin this journey!"

Bailey Alexander - Redding, Calif. (Reining)

2x AQHA Youth World Ranch Riding top 10
AQHA Youth World reining top 10
AQHA Novice Youth Ranch Riding champion
AQHA Novice Youth Reining champion
AQHA Novice Youth top 10 in horsemanship
AQHA Novice Youth all-around Champion
14-18 Youth all-around champion at Gold-n-Grand
Top 5 year-end winner for WCRHA

Alexander: "I chose Fresno State because I want to continue a quality education in Viticulture and Agriculture Business while doing what I love most, showing horses!"

Hunt Seat Signees

Mia Gradick - Plano, Texas (Hunter Seat)

Qualified for 2018 Hunterdon Cup
2018 Junior Hunter Finals
Qualified and competed at the 2018 Maclay Regionals
Competed at the 2018 Zone 7 Equitation Finals - finished 8th
Competed at the Capital Challenge Equitation Finals in 2018
Competed and qualified at the THJA Equitation Finals 2017 - 7th place
THJA Jr Eq Finalist 2017 and 2018
Winner of the USET Pin Oak Charity Horse Show
6th overall 15-17 Jr Eq 2018
Winner on Catch Ride at Lake St. Louis show

Gradick: "I am excited to have chosen Fresno State because of the positive support and team atmosphere and opportunity that I have to live my dream out of riding for a NCAA Division I program. I love the warm and welcoming campus and all that it offers for a bright future!"

Ana Bertozzi - Leesburg, Virginia (Hunter Seat)

2016 NCEA East Coast Junior Hunt Seat Medal Finals Champion
2018 WIHS Youth Ambassador
2017 USHJA Zone Junior Jumper Team Championship Bronze Medal Team Finalist
2018 Maclay Finals and Dover Hunt Seat Medal Finals Competitor
2018 VHSA Junior Hunt Seat Medal Finals and Horsemanship Finals Reserve Champion

Bertozzi: "I chose Fresno State for the exemplary academics and riding program, along with the experience of being apart of the Bulldog family!"

Annastasia Anstead - Los Altos, Calif. (Hunter Seat)

5th in NCEA Finals West Coast 2018
Competed at CPHA Junior medal finals 2018
Competed at CPHA Foundation Finals 2018
Competed at WCE Finals at Las Vegas National Horse Show 2018
Qualified for Maclay Regionals 2018

Anstead: "Everyone's college search experience is different and mine was certainly an interesting one. Until Coach Caitlin approached me about Fresno State, I really had no idea where I was going to end up. When I came to visit Fresno I loved the feeling of the campus and the chemistry of the team. Everyone seemed so genuinely devoted to the team and the well being of their teammates. I'm so excited to be a part of this close-knit team and to get to spend the next four years of my life being a Fresno State Bulldog!"

Sara Tuck - Carmel, Calif. (Hunter Seat)
        - Attended the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) National Finals in 2015 (in Wellington, Florida) & 2016 (in Lexington, Kentucky)
        - At 2016 IEA National Finals, won 2nd over fences and 6th on the flat
        - Won the Pam Poulsen 1-2-3 Equitation Special in 2018 at the Alamden Farms Horse Show in Brookside, CA
        - Competed in most of the Norcal 3ft Medal Finals
        - Qualified for the IEA National Sportsmanship Award by being awarded the IEA Sportsmanship award for 5 years in a row (2015-2019)
        - Won Rider of The Year for Fox N Horn Horse Show Series in 2017
        - Placed 4th out of 32 in the 2018 Almaden Medal Finals
        - Placed 6th out of 32 in the 2018 Almaden Farms 3 Phase Equitation Special
        - Team Captain of IEA Team for 5 years

Tuck: "I've been riding since I was six years old, and Fresno State has given me the opportunity to continue the sport I have been so dedicated to. Having the ability to not only ride on the team, but also be hands-on with the horses will help me excel as a rider. I also love the idea of being a part of a team that represents the school I attend. After touring Fresno and equestrian program, I knew Fresno State would be a perfect fit for me, and I chose Fresno State because it is a place that already feels very much like home. I believe this school will help me grow not only as a horsewoman but also as a student by being able to study Agricultural Business which I am very interested in. Plus, I get to stay in the California sun and still be close to home."

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