Equestrian signs two new athletes for next year
Posted: Thu Apr 21, 2011 10:58 pmAs reported on the official SMU athletics site:
Equestrian Signs Two Riders To NLIs
April 20, 2011
DALLAS (SMU) - The SMU equestrian team announced the signing of Ashley Pryde and Rachel Reid to National Letters of Intent today.
Pryde, a native of Medina, Wash., trains with Archibald Cox of Los Angeles. She was the winner of the 2010 Chronicle of the House International Hunter Derby as well as the 2010 Marshall & Sterling 3'6" Junior Medal at the HITS Thermal circuit. Pryde was also named the best junior rider at the 2010 Del Mar National Horse Show. Additionally, Pryde and her horse Pringle were named USEF National Champions in the Small Junior Hunter Division in 2009 as well as being 6th in 2010.
"Coach Burton and I are so excited to welcome Ashley to the Hilltop," head coach Haley Schoolfield said. "She brings a wealth of experience, skill and knowledge that will continue to add depth to our roster. Ashley is a well-rounded and lovely lady in addition to her success in the arena."
Reid, a native of Cedar, Mich., trains with Melissa Hurt of Northern Pines Farm in Maple City, Mich. She was champion at the Winter Equestrian Festival, Week 6, in the Low Junior Jumpers in 2010. Reid also placed sixth in the Low Junior Jumper Classic at the 2010 Pennsylvania National Horse Show. A model student-athlete, Reid also volunteers with Big Pals and Project Hero in her spare time.
"Rachel brings great experiences from all over the country to SMU's Equestrian team," Schoolfield said. "She is also an optimistic and energetic team player who I am certain will excel in our program."
Equestrian Signs Two Riders To NLIs
April 20, 2011
DALLAS (SMU) - The SMU equestrian team announced the signing of Ashley Pryde and Rachel Reid to National Letters of Intent today.
Pryde, a native of Medina, Wash., trains with Archibald Cox of Los Angeles. She was the winner of the 2010 Chronicle of the House International Hunter Derby as well as the 2010 Marshall & Sterling 3'6" Junior Medal at the HITS Thermal circuit. Pryde was also named the best junior rider at the 2010 Del Mar National Horse Show. Additionally, Pryde and her horse Pringle were named USEF National Champions in the Small Junior Hunter Division in 2009 as well as being 6th in 2010.
"Coach Burton and I are so excited to welcome Ashley to the Hilltop," head coach Haley Schoolfield said. "She brings a wealth of experience, skill and knowledge that will continue to add depth to our roster. Ashley is a well-rounded and lovely lady in addition to her success in the arena."
Reid, a native of Cedar, Mich., trains with Melissa Hurt of Northern Pines Farm in Maple City, Mich. She was champion at the Winter Equestrian Festival, Week 6, in the Low Junior Jumpers in 2010. Reid also placed sixth in the Low Junior Jumper Classic at the 2010 Pennsylvania National Horse Show. A model student-athlete, Reid also volunteers with Big Pals and Project Hero in her spare time.
"Rachel brings great experiences from all over the country to SMU's Equestrian team," Schoolfield said. "She is also an optimistic and energetic team player who I am certain will excel in our program."