On Monday, the Hampton Classic Horse Show hosted the final horse show in a series for disabled riders.
The Long Island Horse Show Series for Riders with Disabilities, for riders in three divisions, has three new champions.
Huntington resident Joe Penzel won the Advanced Equitation Spotter/Independent division. Tyler Havlicek and Steven Snyder tied for reserve champion.
In the Beginner Equitation Spotter/Independent division, Meaghan McAdam, of Northport, came out on top, with Victoria Russo named the reserve champion.
Champion in the Equitation With Aids division was Melville resident Emily McGowan, whose grandmother Katie McGowan, of HorseAbility, Inc., founded the series. Joshua Gotnick was the reserve champion.
Riders are judged on equitability, showmanship and knowledge of riding skills. LIHSSRD classes are held at shows recognized by the United States Equestrian Foundation throughout Long Island. Riders compete for points and qualify for the show at the Hampton Classic, where it has been held for the past eight years.
“We are proud to highlight these championships as part of the Hampton Classic program,” said Shanette Cohen, the executive director of the Hampton Classic.
