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Athletic Equestrian: Riding In College Podcast

Navigating the world of collegiate riding is a mystery to most young rider athletes and their families.  Sally Batton, a collegiate varsity equestrian coach for over 30 years, interviews coaches, organizations and riders for their insight on what it takes to ride on a collegiate equestrian team.  So saddle up and join her as she reveals the inner workings of collegiate equestrian. 

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#196 Centenary Alum Barbra Crossmyer Reis

Dec 12, 2025

Barbara is a United States Dressage Association Bronze Medalist with Distinction, Silver Medalist, and Bronze Freestyle Bar recipient. She is currently pursuing her Silver Freestyle Bar and has one score toward her Gold Medal.

A lifelong equestrian, Barbra earned her B.S. in Equine Studies from Centenary College and...

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#195 University of Toledo Coach Sammy Rothman

Nov 29, 2025

Samantha Rothman is the Assistant Trainer and Professional Rider at Stonehaven Farms. 

She has been coaching the University of Toledo IHSA Team since the 2021-2022 season along with our farm’s IEA Team. She graduated from Lake Erie College with an Equine Teacher Trainer Major and showed in Open Fences and Flat for my...

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#194 Mental Skills Coach Jamey Mroz

Nov 14, 2025

Jamey Mroz, a dynamic leader in the field of mental performance and leadership development. Jamey is an Adjunct Instructor at Boston College in the Sports Administration Masters Program teaching Sports Psychology.
Outside of teaching Jamey primarily works as an Executive Coach specializing in mental skills, culture and...

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#193 Sewanee Head Coach Savannah Mannes

Oct 29, 2025

Savannah Mannes grew up in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan where she was a working student for Greg Crolick throughout her junior career. As a junior, she competed in the Junior Hunters, Equitation and Jumpers. Savannah then went on to attend Cazenovia College where she was captain on their IHSA equestrian team. Earning top...

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#192 Michael Lenard & Horsespot

Oct 16, 2025

Michael Lenard is a co-founder of Horse Spot, where he serves as CFO and leads the Sales and Customer Success efforts. With nearly two decades of experience in horse show management, Michael brings a deep understanding of the industry. He has managed USEF competitions, is an experienced show secretary, and recently...

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