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A Southern Country Club of Higher Learning

By Jackie Dwelle

Lamp and Shield 1970 Year Book
Lamp and Shield 1970 Year Book

Big dreams…that has always been a theme at St. Andrews Equestrian. Dream big and see how far you can run with it.

The first barn on campus was located near the traffic circle and was very small with 3 stalls and no turn out. Today there is no evidence left of that barn. First hand recollections from that time recall problems with traffic and horses and one incident where a horse collided with a car causing injuries to its leg. The students rallied around and nursed the horse back to health.

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Wennberg Honored by IHSA with 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award

By Jackie Dwelle

IHSA Western Coach Carla Wennberg was awarded the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association Lifetime Achievement Award at the annual board meeting in Florida. The IHSA Lifetime Achievement Award began in 1993 to honor members who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, commitment, and exemplary service to the association. Continue reading “Wennberg Honored by IHSA with 2019 Lifetime Achievement Award”

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3 For The Price Of 2 On All Embroidered Apparel and Accessories!

St. Andrews Equestrian Program Logos

With much of the East Coast experiencing wet or windy conditions this weekend, spend a few minutes at the St. Andrews Equestrian store to pick up a few Christmas gifts with the in store coupon.

Flat rate shipping of $4.95 included. Great way to get some quality logo wear and check off that shopping list.

Coupon Expires Dec. 10th

https://saeequestrian.qbstores.com/

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Duke Classic

Liz Shaffer, Caroline Gemmell and Mandy Shaffer at the Duke Classic Horse Show
Liz Shaffer, Caroline Gemmell and Mandy Shaffer at the Duke Classic Horse Show

Three students, six horses and Coach Ashley Duda traveled to Raleigh Nov. 6-10 to compete at the Duke Classic Horse Show. The horses ranged from the experienced Antonio owned by the Shaffer sisters to the green Hey Cisco owned and and ridden by Ashley Duda.  Continue reading “Duke Classic”

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St. Andrews IDA Show at the Equestrian Center

IDA Team Home ShowSt. Andrews hosted the first Intercollegiate Dressage Show of the year at the Equestrian Center Nov. 18th. Blue skies and gentle temperatures crowned a well organized horse show, with good riding and friendly competition.

The show was well supported by parents who traveled from as far away as Alabama and New Hampshire to support the team.

Team Results
1st Averett University 21
2nd St. Andrews University 14
3rd Mixed Team Santa Claus 14
4th Wake Forest University 9
5th NCSU 8
6th Longwood University 6

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Dressage Team Nov 10-11, 2018

St. Andrews Dressage Team started their season at Averett University’s double header this weekend. Hurricane Florence prevented the dressage team from attending the first show of the season hosted by Wake Forest in Sept. IDA rules state that the top four shows count towards qualifying for end of year award. Team points reflect 2 shows for St. Andrews and 3 for the other competing schools. There were 6 shows planned for the 18-19 competitive year, with a possibility of adding a 7th show in the spring. Either way, the dressage team will have the opportunity to catch up with its competitors.

Overall Team Standings

Averett 37
Longwood 12
NCSU 40
St. Andrews 20
Wake Forest 29

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St. Andrews IHSA Home Show 11/11/2018

Overall Team Points

Duke University                          110

UNC-Chapel Hill                         109

St. Andrews University                111

East Carolina University              101

NC State University                    103

UNC-Charlotte                             72

UNC-Wilmington                          70

Elon University                             61

 

November 11 Team Points

St. Andrews University                40

NC State University                    39

East Carolina University              35

UNC-Chapel Hill                         33

Duke University                          30

UNC-Wilmington                        23

UNC-Charlotte                           18

Elon University                           15

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St. Andrews Equestrian Turns 50!

St. Andrews Equestrian Program turns 50 in 2019! The first horse came to campus in 1969 and there has been an equine presence either on campus or on property owned or leased by the university since that date.

The Equestrian Program is looking for a creative, innovative and professional logo to use throughout the anniversary year.

The contest begins on November, 10 2018. Submissions will be accepted through December 10, 2018.

Prize – Contest winner will receive a solid wood grooming tote (and bragging rights!).

For contest rules and information Click Here.The Equestrian Program is looking for a creative, innovative and professional logo to use throughout the anniversary year.

 

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Equestrian Program Hosts Catch Up Shows – Western Team Remains Strong

The St. Andrews IHSA Western Team rallied this weekend to take the regional lead with 93 points, 10 points ahead of second place Virginia Tech. “Appreciate ALL the teams helping the Western Team stay ahead in points and to be successful this fall season!” said Coach Carla Wennberg in an email to Equestrian Team members. Wennberg finished by saying, “It takes a village to host and perform with success! It takes great leadership.”

The shows this weekend were originally scheduled for September. In the aftermath of Hurricane Florence several intercollegiate horse shows were rescheduled for later in the fall or moved to the spring.

Photos by Pebbles Turbeville

Overall Team Placings
St. Andrews University 93
Virginia Tech 83
North Carolina State 75
Liberty University 72
Martin Community College 64
Appalachian State 25
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IHSA Teams Will Not Weaken!

IHSA Western and Hunter Seat Equestrian Teams both competed last weekend. Both teams elected to show their less experienced riders. Coach Duda reflected, “We will keep working to get better, especially on the flat. Took a greener team this week and it showed.” Coach Wennberg agreed saying, “Great team in the making, we will work harder and not weaken.”

Individual riders triumphed including Sydney Eller and Taylor Fowler who qualified for Regionals in Intermediate Flat and Novice Fences respectively. Gina Ulveie earned the Reserve High Point Rider title for the Western team. Sydney reflected on the weekend saying, “Our team, along with their amazing parents, were all very supportive. We all plan to rally and work very hard to come back stronger on November 11th!”

IHSA Hunter Seat Team

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