Bit N’ Bridle: Hunters & Ranch Riding

This weekend, Joe and Kayleigh had the pleasure of coaching 10 talented horses and riders at the Bit & Bridle 4-H Qualifier in Lexington, VA. The show brought together a great mix of English and Western competitors, making it especially rewarding to see our clients from both disciplines compete side by side. From strong rides to personal milestones, it was an incredible day filled with hard work, growth, and plenty of fun. Here's a look at the highlights and accomplishments from a memorable weekend at the show!

Alexis Hinds and Envy:

• 2’6” Youth Equitation Over fences: 1st

• Youth Equitation on the Flat: 2nd

• 2’6” Schooling Hunters: Champion 1st, 1st, 1st

Envy

Sydney Tuckwiller and Bonfire

• 2’3” Hopeful Hunters: 1st and 7th

Katherine Hall and Chicago Man

• Beginner Hunter Rider: Reserve Champion 1st, 2nd, 4th

• Open Hunter 18”: Champion 1st, 1st, 2nd

• Youth Equitation on the Flat: 7th

Chicago Man

Lilly Sombello and Handpainted Impressions

• Open Hunter 2’: 4th, 5th

• Baby Green Hunter 2’: 1st

Handpainted Impressions

Alexandra Reece and El Capitan

• Training Level Dressage: Champion, 1st, 1st, 1st

El Capitan

Kayleigh Burke and El Capitan

• Hopeful Hunters: Reserve Champion 1st, 2nd, 6th

El Capitan

Liz Hinds and GiveItYourBestShot

• Trail: 4th

Kayleigh Burke and Good Thing I’m Best

• Hopeful Hunters: 4th

Good Thing I’m Best

Noelle Hasler and PZ Stylish Starlight

• Adult Western Showmanship: 2nd

• Green Horse Showmanship: 2nd

PZ Stylish Starlight

Joe McDonald and Girl Ultimate

• Adult Western Showmanship: 1st

• Green Horse Showmanship: 1st

• Ranch Riding Walk Jog: 3rd

• Ranch Riding Walk Jog Lope: 5th

• Ranch Riding Pattern: 4th

Girl Ultimate

Jill Samardelis and American Dreaming

• Adult Western Showmanship: 3rd

• Green Horse Showmanship: 2nd

• Ranch Riding Walk Jog: 6th

• Ranch Riding Walk Jog Lope: 6th

• Ranch Riding Pattern: 6th

• Trail: 2nd

American Dreaming