Jackrabbits fall in first round of nationals

SDSU Sports Information
Posted 4/13/17

WACO, Texas – The South Dakota State equestrian team lost to South Carolina, 15-1 in the first round of the NCEA National Championship on Thursday at the Extraco Events Center.

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Jackrabbits fall in first round of nationals

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WACO, Texas – The South Dakota State equestrian team lost to South Carolina, 15-1 in the first round of the NCEA National Championship on Thursday at the Extraco Events Center.

"Today was a tough loss but I'm proud of the team for making it to nationals this year," SDSU coach Ellie Wilkins said. "We've competed against some great opponents and can't wait to see what we can do next year."

Mariah Wright scored the lone point for the Jackrabbits, defeating Bailey Walters 132.5-127 to finish the season with an 8-4 record in reining.

Six SDSU seniors closed out their collegiate careers competing at nationals for the first time: Natalie Howard, Nicole Harvey, Victoria Johnson, Nicole Siebold, Kelsey Swainston and Blair Julia Wright

The Jackrabbits finished the year with a 3-9 record.