“Through my experience on both an NCEA and an IHSA equestrian team, I’ve been lucky to interact with fellow riders from all different backgrounds and disciplines. I’ve learned to appreciate that time spent on horse care and team bonding are equally important, if not more, than riding skill and experience.
Marli is a great example of these qualities. She and I rode together before I left for college, and she started riding a horse I had leased for a couple of years shortly after. She now owns him, and I couldn’t imagine a better partner for him. Marli frequently sends me updates and spends lots of time loving and caring for him, demonstrating her dedication to horsemanship. She consistently takes opportunities to ride new horses and gain more riding experience while maintaining a strong commitment to supporting other members of the equestrian community, setting jumps with her trainers at shows and always lending a helping hand to other riders heading into the ring. Her beautiful riding and passion for horses and her fellow equestrians make her a great fit for riding on a college team!”
~ Katherine Hoerle