| Ariel Epstein |
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Academic Information
3.5GPA, Junior at Half Hollow Hills High School East City, Dix Hills, N.Y.
Course of study desired: Pre-Vet
Course of study desired: Pre-Vet
Brief Riding History
Years Riding: 7, Current Trainer: Patrick Rice
I have been riding competitively for about four years. I have pinned well at various "A" and "AA" rated shows including Champion at Ox
Ridge Horse Show in 2010 in the Junior Hunters, as well as Champion at Old Salem Horse Show in New York in the Children's Hunter
Horse in March of 2009, first in the "THIS" National Children's Medal at Old Salem Horse Show in February and first in the Children's
Hunter Horse Classic, also at Old Salem Horse Show in March 2009, fourth place in the "THIS" Nationals Children's Medal at HITS 6, and
fourth place in the Robert Hoskins Junior Medal at the Hampton Classic, 2009. In the 2011 show season I will be competing in the Big Eq/
Maclay classes, the Junior Hunter classes, and the Children's Jumpers throughout the Zone 2 region. I consider myself extremely
competitive, hardworking, and motivated towards my objectives and goals in my riding career and life. For any questions please contact my
trainer or myself when NCAA rules allow it.
Ridge Horse Show in 2010 in the Junior Hunters, as well as Champion at Old Salem Horse Show in New York in the Children's Hunter
Horse in March of 2009, first in the "THIS" National Children's Medal at Old Salem Horse Show in February and first in the Children's
Hunter Horse Classic, also at Old Salem Horse Show in March 2009, fourth place in the "THIS" Nationals Children's Medal at HITS 6, and
fourth place in the Robert Hoskins Junior Medal at the Hampton Classic, 2009. In the 2011 show season I will be competing in the Big Eq/
Maclay classes, the Junior Hunter classes, and the Children's Jumpers throughout the Zone 2 region. I consider myself extremely
competitive, hardworking, and motivated towards my objectives and goals in my riding career and life. For any questions please contact my
trainer or myself when NCAA rules allow it.
Outside Hobbies and Activities: Dance/Kick-line, Tennis, Golf, Sailing, Flying, Gymnastics
Breed Associations: none
Divisions/Class Fence Height Blue Ribbons Won
Junior Hunters 3'6" 6+
ASPCA Maclay 3'6" -6
Marshall & Sterling Junior Maclay 3'6" -6
Mini Equitation 3' 6+
Children's Hunter Horse 3' 6+
Marshall & Sterling Children's Horse Medal 3' 6+
Pony Club: No
Junior Hunters 3'6" 6+
ASPCA Maclay 3'6" -6
Marshall & Sterling Junior Maclay 3'6" -6
Mini Equitation 3' 6+
Children's Hunter Horse 3' 6+
Marshall & Sterling Children's Horse Medal 3' 6+
Pony Club: No
Video coming soon, please check back.
| Madison Myers |
Academic Information
4.0 GPA Unweighted, In Junior year of being Home educated and dual enrolled in the Honors Program at Brevard Community College.
Educational Goals: : My educational goals include attending a college and participating on their equestrian team while pursuing a
double major in Equine Studies and either Graphic Design or Photography. Furthermore, at the age of 21 I plan to become a Learner
Judge with USEF with the intention of becoming a Registered judge.
Educational Goals: : My educational goals include attending a college and participating on their equestrian team while pursuing a
double major in Equine Studies and either Graphic Design or Photography. Furthermore, at the age of 21 I plan to become a Learner
Judge with USEF with the intention of becoming a Registered judge.
Brief Riding History
Years Riding: 10, Current Trainer: Alana French & Bridget Imparato
I have been riding and taking regular lessons since the age of 6-- roughly 10 years. After saving up my money, I purchased my first horse when I was
10 years old, and, with the guidance of my instructor, I proceeded to train him from an extremely green western trail horse to a champion hunter. In
addition, I have spent many of the past few years schooling and showing a variety of horses for other people. In 2008, I purchased an equitation horse,
as my abilities had far outgrown my first horse. My time with him was an amazing experience, and I was looking forward to a very successful year
showing him; unfortunately, he recently passed away in a tragic accident. Despite this loss, I do still hope to move forward towards my goals and
acquire a horse to show this season. Throughout my riding career, I have competed in several local horse show associations, and I have been lucky
enough to have the opportunity to participate in clinics with great trainers such as Melanie Smith-Taylor. In 2006 I competed at the College Bound
Invitational in Gainesville, FL, and even though I was one of the youngest riders, I achieved 2nd place in Equitation on the Flat and 4th place in
Equitation Over Fences. I have also been showing in 4-H on the local, District, and State levels for the past several years, and I was recently in the top
ribbons out of 40+ and 50+ riders in the Equitation on the Flat at our District and State level horse shows. I’m a hard worker, and I consistently place at
the top of the card while in good company, both on the flat and over fences. I’m the type of kid that takes the time to go stirrupless for at least a short
part of every ride – I live for people to ask me to post without stirrups!
Invited to participate in the 2010 Zone 4 USHJA Emerging Athlete Program to be held at SCAD.
Outside hobbies and other activities: Photography, 4-H County Council, 4-H Horse Judging Team, Teen Community Service Club,
Chairperson on the Annual Brevard County Horse Expo committee.
Other awards and organizations:
Leadership:
2003-2007 – Secretary of Happy Hunters 4-H club
2007-2009 – President of Happy Hunters 4-H club
2007-2010 – Youth Representative on the County 4-H Advisory Board
2007 & 2008 – Attended Southern Region Teen Leadership Conference in Tennessee
2008 – Legislative Aid in the House of Representatives at Florida 4-H Legislature
Art Contests:
2005 – County Art Design Contest Winner
2009 – County and District art/design contest winner
2009 – County Champion in photography contest
Horse Judging Competitions:
2008 – Florida State Champion for horse judging in the oral reasons category
2008 – Third in the state of Florida in horse judging for judging halter
2008 – Overall Florida State Individual Reserve Champion for horse judging
2009 – Third place in the state of Florida for horse judging in the conformation category
2009 – Fourth place in the state of Florida for horse judging in the performance category
2009 – Individual Florida State Champion for horse judging in the oral reasons category
2009 – Overall High Score in the state of Florida – Individual State Champion for horse judging
2009 – High scoring member of the first place horse judging team in the state of Florida – moving on to represent Florida at the Regional
and National level.
2009 – Second place individual in the Southern Region Horse Judging Competition in the performance category
2006 – State honors as well as Grand Honors in the Duke University Talent Identification Program for high scores achieved on the ACT.
Employment History:
I have been a working student at Wittsend Farm since 2005, regularly working a minimum of 15 hours per week. My job title as Assistant
Barn Manager entails caring for the horses, barn, tack and equipment; meeting with and assisting the vet, farrier, chiropractor, and other
specialists; in addition to schooling and exercising the horses; assisting in lessons; and traveling to assist at shows.
I also worked for a local 4-H Volunteer 2008-2009 schooling her two horses. I prepared their Quarter Horse mare to be sold and showed her
to potential buyers every weekend, while keeping their Children’s Jumper in a regular program during her rider’s lengthy recovery from a
tragic car accident.
Educational Awards:
2005 – Duke University Talent Search Award Winner.
2006 – State Honors as well as Grand Honors in the Duke University Talent Identification Program for high scores achieved on the
ACT
2006-2009 – First place 4-H Senior level project book in Brevard County
2007 – First place at 4-H County and District public speaking competition with presentation on equine colic
2008 – 4-H Sliver Level Clover Award for Standards of Excellence in 4-H
2009 – 4-H Emerald Level Clover Award for Standards of Excellence.
Community Service Involvement:
2007-2008 – Volunteer with local therapeutic riding program
2007-2008 – Volunteer with Today’s Teens community service group on various projects
2008 – As President, I facilitated the idea of the First Annual Brevard County 4-H Horse Expo and guided the club throughout the process.
2008 – Volunteer at the local senior citizen center
2009 – Chaired Equine Professional Committee for the Second Annual Brevard County 4-H Horse Expo, bringing in several equine
specialists from across the state to educate the community
2009 – Formulated an action plan with my Southern Region Teen Leadership group to bring Senior Citizens in our community together with
teenagers for fun activities throughout the year.
2009 – Served as a mentor in the Brevard County 4-H Horse Program helping younger members improve their horsemanship skills.
10 years old, and, with the guidance of my instructor, I proceeded to train him from an extremely green western trail horse to a champion hunter. In
addition, I have spent many of the past few years schooling and showing a variety of horses for other people. In 2008, I purchased an equitation horse,
as my abilities had far outgrown my first horse. My time with him was an amazing experience, and I was looking forward to a very successful year
showing him; unfortunately, he recently passed away in a tragic accident. Despite this loss, I do still hope to move forward towards my goals and
acquire a horse to show this season. Throughout my riding career, I have competed in several local horse show associations, and I have been lucky
enough to have the opportunity to participate in clinics with great trainers such as Melanie Smith-Taylor. In 2006 I competed at the College Bound
Invitational in Gainesville, FL, and even though I was one of the youngest riders, I achieved 2nd place in Equitation on the Flat and 4th place in
Equitation Over Fences. I have also been showing in 4-H on the local, District, and State levels for the past several years, and I was recently in the top
ribbons out of 40+ and 50+ riders in the Equitation on the Flat at our District and State level horse shows. I’m a hard worker, and I consistently place at
the top of the card while in good company, both on the flat and over fences. I’m the type of kid that takes the time to go stirrupless for at least a short
part of every ride – I live for people to ask me to post without stirrups!
Invited to participate in the 2010 Zone 4 USHJA Emerging Athlete Program to be held at SCAD.
Outside hobbies and other activities: Photography, 4-H County Council, 4-H Horse Judging Team, Teen Community Service Club,
Chairperson on the Annual Brevard County Horse Expo committee.
Other awards and organizations:
Leadership:
2003-2007 – Secretary of Happy Hunters 4-H club
2007-2009 – President of Happy Hunters 4-H club
2007-2010 – Youth Representative on the County 4-H Advisory Board
2007 & 2008 – Attended Southern Region Teen Leadership Conference in Tennessee
2008 – Legislative Aid in the House of Representatives at Florida 4-H Legislature
Art Contests:
2005 – County Art Design Contest Winner
2009 – County and District art/design contest winner
2009 – County Champion in photography contest
Horse Judging Competitions:
2008 – Florida State Champion for horse judging in the oral reasons category
2008 – Third in the state of Florida in horse judging for judging halter
2008 – Overall Florida State Individual Reserve Champion for horse judging
2009 – Third place in the state of Florida for horse judging in the conformation category
2009 – Fourth place in the state of Florida for horse judging in the performance category
2009 – Individual Florida State Champion for horse judging in the oral reasons category
2009 – Overall High Score in the state of Florida – Individual State Champion for horse judging
2009 – High scoring member of the first place horse judging team in the state of Florida – moving on to represent Florida at the Regional
and National level.
2009 – Second place individual in the Southern Region Horse Judging Competition in the performance category
2006 – State honors as well as Grand Honors in the Duke University Talent Identification Program for high scores achieved on the ACT.
Employment History:
I have been a working student at Wittsend Farm since 2005, regularly working a minimum of 15 hours per week. My job title as Assistant
Barn Manager entails caring for the horses, barn, tack and equipment; meeting with and assisting the vet, farrier, chiropractor, and other
specialists; in addition to schooling and exercising the horses; assisting in lessons; and traveling to assist at shows.
I also worked for a local 4-H Volunteer 2008-2009 schooling her two horses. I prepared their Quarter Horse mare to be sold and showed her
to potential buyers every weekend, while keeping their Children’s Jumper in a regular program during her rider’s lengthy recovery from a
tragic car accident.
Educational Awards:
2005 – Duke University Talent Search Award Winner.
2006 – State Honors as well as Grand Honors in the Duke University Talent Identification Program for high scores achieved on the
ACT
2006-2009 – First place 4-H Senior level project book in Brevard County
2007 – First place at 4-H County and District public speaking competition with presentation on equine colic
2008 – 4-H Sliver Level Clover Award for Standards of Excellence in 4-H
2009 – 4-H Emerald Level Clover Award for Standards of Excellence.
Community Service Involvement:
2007-2008 – Volunteer with local therapeutic riding program
2007-2008 – Volunteer with Today’s Teens community service group on various projects
2008 – As President, I facilitated the idea of the First Annual Brevard County 4-H Horse Expo and guided the club throughout the process.
2008 – Volunteer at the local senior citizen center
2009 – Chaired Equine Professional Committee for the Second Annual Brevard County 4-H Horse Expo, bringing in several equine
specialists from across the state to educate the community
2009 – Formulated an action plan with my Southern Region Teen Leadership group to bring Senior Citizens in our community together with
teenagers for fun activities throughout the year.
2009 – Served as a mentor in the Brevard County 4-H Horse Program helping younger members improve their horsemanship skills.
| IHSA Eligibility |
Shows Competed in: USEF recognized
Breed Associations: none
| Horse Show Associations I have been a member of: USEF, Marshall & Sterling League |
| IHSA Eligibility |
Shows Competed in: Local shows and 4H
Breed Associations: none
| Horse Show Associations I have been a member of: USEF, USHJA, AQHA, 4H Currently I have not shown in any USEF, USHJA or AQHA recognized shows. |
Divisions/Class Fence Height Blue Ribbons Won
Equitation on the Flat 6+
Equitation O/F 2'3"-2'9" 6+
Equitation O/F 3' -6
Jumper Classes -6
Dressage Classes -6
Pony Club: No
Equitation on the Flat 6+
Equitation O/F 2'3"-2'9" 6+
Equitation O/F 3' -6
Jumper Classes -6
Dressage Classes -6
Pony Club: No
Video coming soon please check back
| Jessica Bowen |
Academic Information
3.65 GPA, Gilford High School, Gilford, NH
Course of Study Desired, Undecided
Course of Study Desired, Undecided
Brief Riding History
Years Riding: 14, Current Trainer: Gretchen Anderson of Apple Knoll Farm
I have been riding since age 3, and competing since age 5. Starting at small unrated shows, and working my way up to the "A" and "AA" circuits
around New England. Mostly competing on ME, MA, and NH circuits, I have also qualified/competed in NH, ME, and NEHC finals. This
upcoming season I hope to qualify for Marshall & Sterling and continue to grow with my abilities. Throughout high school I have remained a very
"well-rounded" student. By maintaining academics, athletics, and working, I have learned to become independent and successful through setting
goals. During college I wish to pursue the sport/hobby of equestrian because it is what I am most passionate about. I consider myself a very highly
motivated and hardworking individual and wish to be successful in the equine industry.
Throughout my career I have placed in high ribbons throughout equitation and children's hunters. I have also competed in 1.0m jumpers. For year
end awards, in 2006 I was champion equitation 12-14, and in 2009 I was reserve champion by 1 point for 15-17 equitation. At the 2007 finals I
was reserve champion for the NH Children's Medal. At the 2009 NH Finals I was High Point Junior Rider and placed Reserve Champion in
equitation and 4th place in the NH Junior Medal.
Employee History: Working is a very important part of my life. It has taught me the responsibilities and drive to work hard for what I have. I
believe the qualities I have learned will better prepare me for my future.
2006-2009: Wise Owl, Breakfast waitress
Worked as a waitress during summer months 3-5 days a week. Waitressing, bussing, and cleaning
2009-Current: "O" Steaks and Seafood, Hostess and Lunch Manager
Currently an employee as a hostess at a high class restaurant. I work 10-15 hours a week during school year, and 35-40 hours a week during
summer months.
Hostess, TO-GO, Phones, and Reservations
Outside hobbies and other activities: Photography, Varsity Lacrosse, Varsity Volleyball, Painting, Pottery, Indoor Lacrosse, Varsity Hockey
Manager
Other awards and Organizations: National Honors Society of HS Students, Spanish Club, Varsity Club,
Prom Committe, The Polly Fund: Fundraising for cancer, 2009 Athletic Leadership: 1 of 8 students picked from my high school to represent at an
athletic conference for scholar athletes, 2006 Varsity Volleyball State Champions, 2007-2009 Scholar Athletic Award, 2007-2010 Honor Classes
around New England. Mostly competing on ME, MA, and NH circuits, I have also qualified/competed in NH, ME, and NEHC finals. This
upcoming season I hope to qualify for Marshall & Sterling and continue to grow with my abilities. Throughout high school I have remained a very
"well-rounded" student. By maintaining academics, athletics, and working, I have learned to become independent and successful through setting
goals. During college I wish to pursue the sport/hobby of equestrian because it is what I am most passionate about. I consider myself a very highly
motivated and hardworking individual and wish to be successful in the equine industry.
Throughout my career I have placed in high ribbons throughout equitation and children's hunters. I have also competed in 1.0m jumpers. For year
end awards, in 2006 I was champion equitation 12-14, and in 2009 I was reserve champion by 1 point for 15-17 equitation. At the 2007 finals I
was reserve champion for the NH Children's Medal. At the 2009 NH Finals I was High Point Junior Rider and placed Reserve Champion in
equitation and 4th place in the NH Junior Medal.
Employee History: Working is a very important part of my life. It has taught me the responsibilities and drive to work hard for what I have. I
believe the qualities I have learned will better prepare me for my future.
2006-2009: Wise Owl, Breakfast waitress
Worked as a waitress during summer months 3-5 days a week. Waitressing, bussing, and cleaning
2009-Current: "O" Steaks and Seafood, Hostess and Lunch Manager
Currently an employee as a hostess at a high class restaurant. I work 10-15 hours a week during school year, and 35-40 hours a week during
summer months.
Hostess, TO-GO, Phones, and Reservations
Outside hobbies and other activities: Photography, Varsity Lacrosse, Varsity Volleyball, Painting, Pottery, Indoor Lacrosse, Varsity Hockey
Manager
Other awards and Organizations: National Honors Society of HS Students, Spanish Club, Varsity Club,
Prom Committe, The Polly Fund: Fundraising for cancer, 2009 Athletic Leadership: 1 of 8 students picked from my high school to represent at an
athletic conference for scholar athletes, 2006 Varsity Volleyball State Champions, 2007-2009 Scholar Athletic Award, 2007-2010 Honor Classes
| IHSA Eligibility |
Shows Competed in: USEF & Local
Breed Associations: none
| Horse Show Associations I have been a member of: USEF, NHHJA, NEHC, MHC, USHJA |
Divisions/Class Fence Height Blue Ribbons Won
15-17 Equitation 2'9" 6+
NH Junior Medal 3' 6+
NEHC Junior Medal 3'3" -6
Pony Club: No
15-17 Equitation 2'9" 6+
NH Junior Medal 3' 6+
NEHC Junior Medal 3'3" -6
Pony Club: No
| 2009 New England Equitation Championships |
