ROCHESTER, NY – The Nazareth Equestrian Team hit the ground running on Saturday for the RIT IHSA show to start the 2025-26 season. The riders came out strong, making their mark in every division.

Rylee Keiffer had an impressive showing, taking 1st place in Open Flat and securing 3rd in Open Over Fences.

Anna Wick followed with a solid performance, earning 1st place in Limit Over Fences and 4th in Limit Flat. Grace Kingsley placed 5th in Limit Over Fences and 2nd in Limit Flat.

Nora Wick had a milestone ride—she took 4th in Novice Flat, which not only marked a strong performance but also qualified her for Regionals and allowed her to move up to the Limit division.

Abie Messner made her IHSA debut in style, taking 1st place in Novice Flat.

Abby Perron rode into 3rd place in Pre-Novice Flat.

Lily King and Tatiana Koryzma took 2nd and third respectively, in the Intro Flat

Rounding out the team was Abigal Dopfer, who also made her IHSA debut, earning a 5th place in Intro Flat.

Nazareth will also compete on Sunday.