NATURAL BRIDGE, Va. - The Washington and Lee University equestrian team placed third at its Blue and White IHSA home show on Saturday at Mane Gait Equestrian Center, totaling 26 team points in the 10-team field.

Prior to the start of competition, Washington and Lee recognized its three seniors, Iona Campbell, Christina Ziccardi and Brooke Capuzzi, for their contributions to the equestrian program.

The Generals were led by Samantha Bourque, who earned a runner-up finish in Open Flat and placed fourth in Open Fences. Kaycie Miranda added a pair of third-place performances in Intermediate Fences and Intermediate Flat, while Olivia Hickman also earned a third-place finish in Limit Fences.

The University of Lynchburg claimed the team title with 44 points, followed by Virginia Tech with 33. Washington and Lee finished with 26 points after the drop, recording 29 points across the eight scoring divisions.

Washington and Lee will next compete in the ODAC Traditional Championships on Friday, Oct. 23, at 8 a.m. in at the Lexington Horse Center.

RIDE NOTES

• Samantha Bourque led the Generals with a second-place finish in Open Flat and added a fourth-place showing in Open Fences.
• Kaycie Miranda recorded two third-place finishes, placing third in both Intermediate Fences and Intermediate Flat.
• Olivia Hickman finished third in Limit Fences, adding another top-three performance for Washington and Lee.
• Kate Hammer placed fourth in Limit Flat.
• Harper Ullrich earned a fourth-place finish in Novice Section A.
• Iona Campbell placed fourth in Introductory.

POINT RIDERS

TEAM SCORING