Equine Team | 2/11/2026 7:49:00 PM
LUBBOCK, Texas -- The OPSU Equestrian Team delivered a standout performance this past weekend at Texas Tech University, competing in three separate shows in two days. Entering a total of 36 classes, the team brought home an impressive 31 class placings, highlighting the depth and consistency of the program.
Two riders rose to the top of their divisions with class wins. Freshman Taydem Perryman captured a first-place finish in Level 1 Horsemanship, while sophomore Jolina Demann earned a win in Rookie Horsemanship.
Several other OPSU riders followed closely with strong second-place finishes across multiple divisions. Eva Johnson turned in an exceptional weekend, placing second in both Reining and Open Horsemanship. Sydney Carey secured second place in Rookie Horsemanship, while Adaelia Wiebe earned a second-place finish in Beginner Horsemanship. Ashlyn Eisenman also added a second-place finish in Rookie Horsemanship, and Mitchell Addison-Ullom rounded out the group with a second-place finish in Open Horsemanship.
Additional top placings were earned by Cami Kenny in Beginner Horsemanship, Nahomy Corral-Olivas in Rookie Horsemanship, and Paige Pearson in Rookie Horsemanship, all contributing valuable points to the team's overall success.
As a team, OPSU wrapped up the weekend with both a third-place and a fourth-place overall finish. Adding to the success, Eva Johnson sealed her ticket to the 2026 Regional Championship in the reining for the second year in a row. Several other OPSU riders are also sitting just shy of qualification and remain well within reach of the 2026 Regional Championship. These students will have one final opportunity to secure their spots February 21 when the team travels to New Mexico State University for the final show of the season.
The weekend at Texas Tech University was a testament to the dedication, preparation, and teamwork within the OPSU Equestrian Team as they continue to build momentum.
"I'm extremely proud of how our team showed up this weekend," said Coach Kacey Ward. "Competing in three shows over two days is demanding, and our riders stayed focused, prepared, and competitive. The results speak to the work and preparation they've been putting in leading up to this show."
