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Equestrian Team
The Taylor Equestrian Team has been competing in IHSA (Intercollegiate Horse Show Association) shows for over thirty years. It is open to male and female riders of all levels who share a love for horses and a desire to increase their knowledge and ability of riding. Coached by Jenny Norton Schamber of Rope this Ranch, the riders learn and show hunt seat, an English style of riding.
The team is open to all full-time Taylor University students, regardless of ability. We strive to glorify God through our riding and exemplify Jesus Christ in our words, attitudes, and hard work.
Requirements for the Team Include:
- Taking lessons at least once a week
- $350/semester for lessons once a week (10 lessons)
- $550/semester for lessons twice a week (20 lessons)
- Paying team dues
- $100/semester
- $45/year IHSA/USHJA dues
- Working at Taylor’s home shows
- Showing at half of the offered shows per semester
- $40 per class/away shows
- $7 per class/home shows
- The team covers the cost of show transportation, food, and lodging
| Show Schedule: 2019–2020 | |
|---|---|
| October 18-20, 2019 | Hosted by SMWC @ Saint Mary-of-the-Woods |
| November 16-17, 2019 | Hosted by Purdue @ Gordyville |
| February 14, 15, 16, 2020 | Hosted by SMWC @ Saint Mary-of-the-Woods |
| February 29 - March 1, 2020 | Hosted by Ohio University at Stonegate Farm in Athens, OH |
| March 28, 2020 | Regionals @ Saint Mary-of-the-Woods |
| April 4, 2020 | Zones @ West Texas A&M University |
| April 30 - May 3, 2020 | IHSA Nationals @ Syracuse, NY |
**Regionals, Zones, and Nationals are all qualifying shows.
Stable
Rope this Ranch is an English and western riding stable located less than 2 miles from campus. It has a spacious indoor and outdoor arena. The stables are owned and operated by Jenny Norton Schamber who has over 20 years of experience training horses professionally. Jenny rode for Taylor’s first equestrian team coach, T.J. Leblanc at JTL Stables, Marion, IN and went on to be a part of the Ball State Equestrian Team. She has competed in riding disciplines ranging from hunt seat to dressage to barrel racing to western pleasure. Jenny also works part-time at Taylor in the university counseling center.
Barn Address
9164 E 825 S
Upland, IN 46060
Contact Information
Amanda Wilson
Equestrian Team Advisor
236 W. Reade Avenue
Upland, IN 46989
Mobile: 260-417-3223
E-mail: amwilson@taylor.edu
For show updates and announcements, follow the Equestrian Team on Instagram!