Skidmore Riding Team Victorious, Heading to Tournament of Champions

SARATOGA SPRINGS — The Skidmore riding team finished its regular competition for the fall semester with a win at home, scoring 40 points over reserve champion SUNY Cobleskill (36 points). The team also added six blues to their Blue Ribbon Challenge Fundraiser.

Although the Open riders had smooth trips, the first win of the day went to Ian Gaudio in the Intermediate Fences. Laura Hess won her Limit Fences, followed by Lucy Beacher winning her Limit Fences in her first IHSA competition.

The first blue in the afternoon’s flat classes went to Lillard Preschlack in the Intermediate Flat. Ellie Hoyt won her Limit Flat, and Catherine Epstein finished the day with a win in the Introductory Equitation. 

Skidmore’s James was awarded the judge’s choice for Horse of the Show for his participation in the Intermediate and Limit Fences, as well as Limit Flat and Novice Equitation.

Select team members will travel to Centenary University for a Tournament of Champions on Dec. 6, the team’s last outing before winter break.