Equestrian Places Second at Annabelle Meadows Farm Show

By Emily Desmond

WESTWOOD, Mass. -- The Bridgewater State University Equestrian Team had another fantastic day of showing at the Annabelle Meadow Farm Show hosted by Boston University and Tufts University.

The Bears proudly brought home Reserve High Point Team, showcasing strong rides and team spirit throughout the day.

Junior Abigail Abbott (Wareham, Mass.) started things off in open flat aboard Banjo, earning a solid third-place finish, before piloting Smalls in open fences to another impressive third place.

Senior Emily Desmond (Braintree, Mass.) continued the team's success in open flat with a smooth and composed third-place ride on Gotham, then followed up with a beautifully executed trip on Poppy in intermediate fences to take first place.

Sophomore Julia Max (Salem, N.H.) rode Prada in limit flat, delivering a poised and polished ride to secure first place, and then switched to Poppy for limit fences, where she earned third place after another lovely round.

Junior Alyson McKeon (Worcester, Mass.) represented the Bears in limit flat, guiding Wesley to a steady and confident fifth-place finish.

Sophomore Melanie Schick-Fernandez (Abington, Mass.) had a lovely trip in limit flat on Toothless and placed third.

Sophomore Becky Costa (Foxborough, Mass.) rode Prada in novice, putting in a strong and consistent ride for fourth place.

Freshman Angelina Ferrara (Dartmouth, Mass.) then entered the pre-novice division on Toothless, riding a beautiful round that earned her fourth place.

Finally, senior Antonina O'Grady (Holbrook, Mass.) made her IHSA debut in introductory, riding Regatta to an impressive second place with a calm and focused performance.

The team will return to the ring next weekend for their home show at Dorbill Stables on November 2nd, and can't wait to keep the momentum going.