Equestrian

Equestrian defeated by second-ranked South Carolina

| February 28

The number four Tigers fell to South Carolina 11-7 Saturday afternoon, Feb. 28 at One Wood Farm in Blythewood. Although the Tigers left defeated, a number of records were made in the competition.

No. 4 Auburn Equestrian records big win

By Brian Stultz | Sports Writer | February 23

In a matchup between No. 4 Auburn and No. 5 SMU, the Tigers ran away from the Mustangs with a strong performance in hunt seat to win 14-6.

Auburn equestrian team's comeback bid falls short

By Sam Butler | Sports Writer | February 23

Despite a furious comeback after trailing at halftime, the No. 4 Auburn equestrian team couldn't overcome an early deficit, and fell to visiting No. 5 Georgia by a score of 10-9 on Saturday, Feb. 14.

The equestrian team received a first-round bye in the NCAA Championships in Waco, Texas. Competition began Thursday and will continue through Saturday. (Courtesy of Anthony Hall)

Equestrian rides into NCAAs

By Patrick Tighe / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | April 12

The Auburn equestrian team looks to repeat as the National Collegiate Equestrian Association national champion this weekend after receiving a first-round bye in the tournament.

Christina Lin, sophomore hunt seat rider, approaches a jump at equestrian practice Monday. (Christen Harned / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Equestrian expects tough match

By Patrick Tighe / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | March 29

The Auburn equestrian team will ride against the Georgia Bulldogs and the South Carolina Gamecocks this weekend at the Southern Equestrian Championships.

Senior hunt seat rider Maggie McAlary rides against Oklahoma State. The top-ranked equestrian team will compete at home Saturday against No. 3 Georgia, the only team to beat the Tigers this season. (Rebecca Croomes / PHOTO EDITOR)

No. 1 Auburn hungry for spring rematch against No. 3 Georgia

By Callie Ward / WRITER | February 16

Following a late January win over Oklahoma State University, the Auburn Tigers equestrian team is prepared to defend its No. 1 national ranking in the coaches poll against the No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs.

Sophomore Jennifer Waxman will be competing in the equitation over fences in the WEF Collegiate Equitation Challenge. (Anthony Hall)

Auburn to send two riders to WEF

By Robert E. Lee / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 26

The equestrian team is sending two of its top-ranked riders to the third annual collegiate equitation challenge at the Winter Equestrian Festival in Wellington, Fla.

Horsing around with Helfer

By Robert E. Lee / SPORTS BEAT REPORTER | January 19

Lisa Helfer's passion for horses started with something a little smaller.

Auburn Equestrian proud of the past, eager for the future

By Nick Bowman / OPINIONS EDITOR | December 4

Coach Greg Williams would prefer his team not be first in the rankings.

Equestrian leads the conference

By Christina Santee / SPORTS EDITOR | November 10

After bringing home two more victories last Saturday, this time against South Dakota State and Delaware State in Brookings, S.D., the No. 1 Auburn equestrian team is hard at work preparing to meet its second conference opponent of the season.

No. 1 equestrian to face Delaware State, South Dakota State

By Bianca Seward / WRITER | November 3

When it comes to the No. 1 Auburn equestrian team, there's no horsing around. The team will pack up and head north Nov. 5 in hopes of securing a fifth consecutive win for the season.

Freshman western rider Bailee Bussey competes in western against South Carolina. (Rebecca Croomes / ASSISTANT PHOTO EDITOR)

Another win for equestrian improves chances of success

By Christina Santee / SPORTS EDITOR | October 13

After opening SEC competition with a 10-10 tiebreak win over the South Carolina Gamecocks Saturday, the Auburn equestrian team is preparing to continue its success when it meets Kansas State University at home Oct. 21.

Equestrian gallops to 3-0

By Christina Santee / SPORTS EDITOR | October 8

The Auburn equestrian team claimed a close 1486-1444.5 tiebreak victory over South Carolina Saturday afternoon after the Gamecocks met the Tigers 10-10 in event results.

Sophomore Quincy Hayes competes in equitation over fences against TCU Saturday. (Alex Sager / ASSOCIATE PHOTO EDITOR)

Equestrian talent leads to wins

By Patrick Tighe / WRITER | October 6

The defending national champion equestrian team is preparing to face SEC opponent South Carolina at the Auburn University Horse Center at 10 a.m. Saturday.

Cooper breaks out of her shell, helps wins national title

By Sarah Cook / WRITER | September 29

"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you" is a phrase by which Rachel Cooper, Auburn equestrian team member, tries to live by each day.

Equestrian begins season with victory, seeks lasting success

By Christina Santee / SPORTS EDITOR | September 29

The Auburn equestrian team set a positive tone for the start of its fall season Sunday after defeating the University of Tennessee at Martin riders in their hometown 13-5.

Assistant coach Braswell a strong addition to equestrian team

By Bianca Seward / WRITER | September 22

After four years on the Auburn equestrian team, Jessica Braswell is trading her riding boots for a coaching cap.

Grace Socha finished this season 9-4 over fences. (Todd Van Emst / Media Relations)

Bucking the high horse

By Hayley Blair / ASSOCIATE INRIGUE EDITOR | July 14

Grace Socha began her successful career as an equestrian rider when she was three, becoming enamored with horseback riding through long trail rides with her mother.

Lyndsey Jordan Wins 2009 Collegiate Reining Championship

By Sarah Phillips/ Staff Writer | July 26

On June 27, Lyndsey Jordan won the Collegiate Reining Championships at the 2009 National Reining Horse Association (NRHA) after being chosen as one of the top 12 collegiate riders in the country.It was an exciting accomplishment for the Kentucky native as she represented Auburn with her win."It was challenging, but a lot of fun," said Jordan, a senior western rider and communications major.

AU Equestrian looks for 3rd title

By Holly Hereth/Staff Writer | July 23

When an Auburn fan thinks of sports, football comes to mind, though it has been 52 years since the team has won a national title.After football, fans think of basketball and baseball, two teams who have never won a national championship.What most fans don't realize is aside from the swim team, the Auburn Equestrian team is arguably the most successful team in recent years, with two National Championships in the past three seasons.With an overall National Championship in 2006 and a Hunt Seat National Championship in 2008, the equestrian team is preparing for the fall, with hopes for its third national title, said Chelsea Anheuser, senior hunt seat rider majoring in marketing."I think the main goal is always to strive to be National Champions again," Anheuser said.