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Community rallies around Teetor
By Cheryl Heitzman
Collegian Reporter
The Hillsdale equestrian team sponsored an
exhibition last Thursday for the college and community. Approximately
100 people showed up for the event that featured Hillsdale's
team, as well as the local 4-H Rough Riders equestrian team.
Hillsdale's team helps the Rough Riders, which
is a local group of kids ages 6 to 19 with approximately 25
active members. The equestrian team gets riding time in exchange
for their help with the group.
Team co-adviser Deb Johnson explained different
styles of jumping to the audience, along with some jumping strategy.
Nationals-bound junior Betsy Teetor demonstrated jumping techniques
as the crowd looked on.
"We want to promote awareness for the
team and gather some support," Johnson said. "Plus,
Betsy's accomplishments are great for the whole team. She'll
represent Hillsdale College on a national level, which hasn't
happened for them yet."
Many local children came out with their parents
to meet the riders and ride the horses. The equestrian team
also arranged for ponies to accommodate the younger riders.
"I like the way they jump," said
Judy Moreno, 7, daughter of Paul Moreno, associate professor
of history. "I really like horses and ponies the same."
Sophomore Andrea Baumer said getting the community
involved is very important to the future of the equestrian team.
"By doing this kind of thing, we hope
to eventually become affiliated…an official NCAA sport,"
she said.
Senior Deanne Hunt, president of the equestrian
team, said they greatly appreciated the support of all the attendees.
"We really appreciate the fact that people
came and supported what we do," she said.
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