Equestrian News

Written by: NMSU Athletic Dept.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. - Aggie western Equestrian coach Ashley Thompson announced Monday afternoon that Rebecca McReynolds and Tonna Brooks will join the Aggies this fall. McReynolds and Brooks will be key components to an already stellar Western roster, as both will compete in horsemanship and reining.

McReynolds, a native of Anthony, N.M., has been riding competitively for 15 years, earning multiple PHBA World championships in reining, western riding and ranch horse. She’s also qualified numerous times for the AQHYA world championships and will be competing next month at the AQHYA and PHBA world shows in Oklahoma City, Okla.

Written by: NMSU Athletic Dept.

LAS CRUCES, N.M. – New Mexico State Equestrian coach Andrea Hanson announced Monday afternoon the signing of three Hunter Seat riders to National Letters of Intent to begin competition in the 2008-09 season. Krystal Doganay (Longmont, Colo.), Amy Land (Austin, Texas) and Brianna Raab (Norwell, Ma.) are the newest editions to an already stellar group of Hunter Seat riders.

"All are outstanding and accomplished riders and we are excited about the depth and experience these riders will bring to our team,” Hanson said.

Doganay has been competing for nine years in the Jumpers, Equitation, and Hunters. She earned the Green Rider High Point in Equitation and Hunters at the SBCRC. Donganay also placed first at the CHJA in the Columbine Jr. Medal and Ruth Ayers Memorial. She is currently third in the Junior Jumpers and recently moved to the Opens at a height of 3'9".