WEDNESDAY, JULY 31, 2024, Columbus, Ohio
The Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) is proud to announce the winners of the 2nd Annual AQHA-IEA Outstanding Leader Scholarship Awards which recognizes IEA and AQHYA members who have shown outstanding leadership qualities and a committment 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. Through organized competitions, educational programs and leadership opportunities, IEA is focused not only on introducing young athletes to equestrian sports, but also to inspire and facilitate adults to continue their journey in equestrian athletics for a lifetime.
“IEA utilizes thousands of horses across the nation annually in our draw-based competition format, many of which are Quarter Horses,” states IEA Founder and Executive Director, Roxane Durant. “The versatility of the Quarter Horse makes them perfect equine partners for all three of our disciplines (Hunt Seat, Western and Dressage). AQHA has been an industry leader in promoting the breed as well as offering a wide variety of strong youth programs. We are thrilled to continue our partnership with AQHA to cross-promote youth activities and leadership development and collaborate on ideas for growth of the industry.” READ MORE >>
