The Taylor Equestrian Team has been competing in IHSA (Intercollegiate Horse Show Association) hunt seat shows for 40 years. For the first time in 2024, Taylor University’s equestrian team will also compete in the IHSA western division.
Coached by Jenny Norton Schamber of Rope this Ranch, the riders have the opportunity to learn and show both hunt seat, an English style of riding, as well as western horsemanship. Riders of all levels, both male and female, share a love for horses and a desire to increase their knowledge and ability of riding. We strive to glorify God through our riding and to exemplify Jesus Christ in our words, attitudes, and hard work. The team is open to all full-time Taylor University students, regardless of ability or horse ownership.
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| Sept 21–22, 2024 | Hunt Seat—CharLu (Brazil, IN), hosted by Indiana University |
| Oct 12–13, 2024 | Hunt Seat—Sierra Woods Fam (Zionsville, IN), hosted by Butler University |
| Nov 9–10, 2024 | Hunt Seat—Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (Saint Mary-of-the-Wood, IN), hosted by SMWC |
| Feb 1–Feb 2, 2025 | Hunt Seat—Kolowa Equestrian Center (Atlanta, IN), hosted by IU Indianapolis and Purdue University |
| Feb 21–23, 2025 | Hunt Seat—Stonegate Equine Facility (Coolville, OH), hosted by Purdue University |
| March 29, 2025 | Hunt Seat Regionals |
| April 5–6, 2025 | Hunt Seat Zones |
| TBD | Nationals (all disciplines) |
| Date | Location |
|---|---|
| Sept 7–8, 2024 | Western—Big Star Stables (Bloomington, IN), hosted by Indiana University |
| Oct 5–6, 2024 | Western—Saint Mary-of-the-Woods (Saint Mary-of-the-Wood, IN), hosted by SMWC |
| Oct 26–27, 2024 | Western—TBD (Lafayette, IN), hosted by Purdue University |
| Nov 23–24, 2024 | Western—TBD, hosted by Purdue University and University of Illinois |
| Feb 15–16, 2025 | Western—Rope this Ranch (Upland, IN), hosted by Taylor University |
| March 1, 2025 | Western Regionals |
| March 15–16, 2025 | Western Semis |
| TBD | Nationals (all disciplines) |
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 as the Assistant Director of the Counseling Center at Taylor.
Barn Address
9164 E 825 S
Upland, IN 46060
Barn visits are by appointment only and can be coordinated through the Admissions Office.
Amanda Wilson
Equestrian Team Advisor
1846 Main Street
Upland, IN 46989
Mobile: 260-417-3223
E-mail: amwilson@taylor.edu
For show updates and announcements, follow the Equestrian Team on Instagram!
Apr 14, 2022
The Equestrian Team welcomes students both with and without experience. Students learn western and English riding and compete at their skill level in a...