06/05/2026
IEA is proud to announce the winners of the 4th Annual AQHA-IEA OUTSTANDING LEADER SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS which recognizes IEA and AQHYA members who have shown outstanding leadership qualities and a commitment to participation in one or both organizations.
Funded through an on-going partnership with the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) and the American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA), the AQHA-IEA Outstanding Leader Scholarships highlight the similar missions of promoting lifelong involvement in equestrian activities with a strong desire to develop youth involvement and their leadership skills.
The following IEA Members will each receive a cash award:
$1,250 β ALEXANDRA MASSEY
Raleigh, NC
Grade 12
Triton (Hunt Seat Zone 3)
$750 β AMAYA ANTOS
LaPorte, IN
Grade 12
Designed by Faith Equestrians (Western Region 5)
$750 β KATE ATKINSON
Sandersville, GA
Grade 10
Flamekissed Equestrian (Western Region 4)
$750 β AUDEN RANDELS
Okemos, MI
Grade 12
dmb Performance Horses (Western Region 5)
American Quarter Horse Association American Quarter Horse Youth Association