Sonoma State Equestrian Team

Sonoma State Equestrian Team The SSU Equestrian team competes in Zone 8, Region 1 of the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) in both disciplines of English and Western.

The Sonoma State Equestrian Team is an intercollegiate riding team that was established in the Spring of 2008. Our team was founded to help SSU students obtain the ability of having a riding career through college. This group of riders, of all levels and abilities, is here to represent SSU at both a regional and national level through the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA). We currently

offer three different disciplines of riding, including: hunt-seat, western, and eventing. Our hunt-seat and western teams both compete through the IHSA, which involves catch-riding to promote an equal "playing field" of all riders while competing. You do not need your own horse in order to be on either of these teams and do not need any riding ability at all. For eventing, you do need your own horse and access to a trainer in order to compete.

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟lnww “My experience on the Sonoma State Equestrian team has been nothing short of transformative. I ...
06/03/2026

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟lnww

“My experience on the Sonoma State Equestrian team has been nothing short of transformative.
I have been on the team since my freshman year at Sonoma, and it has been an honor to grow alongside such a strong, talented, and supportive group of people. I have not only developed as a rider, but also as a person. From early morning competitions to late night meetings, I have gained confidence and gotten to connect with a team that shares the same passion for riding as I do.
This team has become one of the most meaningful parts of my college experience, and while I will miss everyone a lot, I am truly grateful for all of you, and everything this team has given me ❤️”

- Lucy, Class of 2026

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟 .seat.hattie “I grew up as a horse girl. Whenever a horse was mentioned in class, I was the person ...
05/27/2026

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟
.seat.hattie

“I grew up as a horse girl. Whenever a horse was mentioned in class, I was the person everyone turned to look at. However, at age 16, I stopped riding and was gone from the horse world for 8 years!
I was walking the SSU campus when I saw the team tabling. I looked up if you needed a horse to join and when I saw you didn’t, I immediately reached out to sign up.
This team brought me back to my love of horses and completely changed the direction of my life. Once again I am a crazy horse girl and I couldn’t be happier.
Thanks to the team, I was able to ride for a year and a half at a much more affordable price.
I moved to Sonoma without knowing anyone and was at a really low point in my life.
The team gave me everything. It gave me something to look forward to every week, true friendships, and a purpose in my life.
My favorite moments on the team were spending time my wonderful teammates during lessons and shows, and being able to grow as a rider by working with different horses.“

- Hattie, Class of 2025

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🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟Nicole Hayman“This is a photo of me and Oscar together. I was on the equestrian team for two semeste...
05/21/2026

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟
Nicole Hayman

“This is a photo of me and Oscar together.
I was on the equestrian team for two semesters.
It’s been fun riding the horses and helping out with the fundraisers.
I’m planning on becoming a full time teacher in the future.
I hope to lease my very own horse one of these days.
It’s been a blast!“

- Nicole, Class of 2026

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟 “I joined the SSU Equestrian Team midway through freshman year thinking it would just be something ...
05/20/2026

🌟 SENIOR SPOTLIGHT 🌟


“I joined the SSU Equestrian Team midway through freshman year thinking it would just be something fun and lowkey to do after competing internationally in equestrian vaulting for 12 years. Turns out it became one of the biggest parts of my college experience. 🐴

In 3 ½ years, I went from barely riding outside of trail rides to competing in IHSA Semi-Finals. In addition I was the sports club’s Fundraiser Manager, Treasurer, and President during my time. 

Some of my favorite memories will always be the long road trips with Disney singalongs on the way to horse shows 🎶🚗 and traveling to Illinois for Western Equitation Semi-Finals. I’m grateful for everything this team taught me! ❤️

After graduation, I’ll be applying to veterinary school to focus on livestock and equine medicine while working in veterinary sports medicine. 🩺“

- Amanda, Class of 2026

05/16/2026

Last week of spring lessons ✅!

We are so proud of everyone’s hard work this year and already can’t wait for the next 🐺💙

With our deepest gratitude, thank you. 🩵On Giving Day April 23rd, our team had 42 supporters, won multiple challenges, a...
05/04/2026

With our deepest gratitude, thank you. 🩵
On Giving Day April 23rd, our team had 42 supporters, won multiple challenges, and raised the most, total, funds out of all SSU clubs and teams.
We couldn’t have done it without you!
100% of your support will contribute to our team and our mission of making the equine world more accessible.
All donations are already in the process of making next year successful!
We hope you will consider donating again next year as we continue to strive towards our goal.

Sincerely,
Sonoma State Equestrian Team

04/23/2026

In honor of Giving Day, we asked some of our team members “what do you love about the SSU Equestrian Team?” 🩵

Please consider making a donation on 4/23 to help us continue our program for years to come. Our goal is to keep this team an affordable way for SSU students to ride and compete throughout college 🐺💙

04/23/2026

In honor of Giving Day, we asked some of our team members “what do you love about the SSU Equestrian Team?” 🩵

Please consider making a donation on 4/23 to help us continue our program for years to come. Our goal is to keep this team an affordable way for SSU students to ride and compete throughout college 🐺💙

GIVING DAY IS TOMORROW 4/23! 🎉Swipe to take a look at the Giving Day CHALLENGES!Help us get to our goal of $10,000 by pa...
04/22/2026

GIVING DAY IS TOMORROW 4/23! 🎉
Swipe to take a look at the Giving Day CHALLENGES!
Help us get to our goal of $10,000 by participating in one or more of these challenges starting at 12am on 4/23 and ending at 11:59pm on 4/23.
Even if you can only give a small amount you could help our team in a BIG way!
Click the link in our bio titled “GIVING DAY DONATION LINK” to donate tomorrow!🐴💙

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