Hailey Stiles

Hi! I'm Hailey and I'm a senior majoring in Journalism on the Strategic Communications track. I joined the riding club my freshman year to continue my lifelong love for horses and riding into my college career. I've made some of my best friends and had some of my best college experiences in the HRC! This year as president, I'm excited to share my passion with our members and create unique opportunities to get people more involved, regardless of their skill level.

Get in touch with me at ridingpresident@hoofers.org.

Hannah Wahl

Hi! My name is Hannah, and I'm a senior majoring in Communication Sciences & Disorders with a certificate in Disability Rights & Services. I am from Dallas, TX, and have been horseback riding since I was nine after begging my parents for a horse for years. I never got a horse, but loved taking weekly lessons. In high school I started getting involved with Equest, a therapeutic riding facility, and helped other people experience the joys of horseback riding.
You can reach me at vp@hooferriding.org!

Julia Carpentier

Heya! My name is Julia Carpentier and I'm a junior studying Animal Science. I'm from Flanders, New Jersey where I worked as a trail guide up north for a couple of years. My position covers information regarding the finances of the club, including keeping track of and maintaining all financial records.

You can reach me at vpfinance@hooferriding.org.

Hannah Koch

Hi! My name is Hannah, and I'm a 5th year majoring in Environmental Engineering. I am from the Milwaukee area. I used to beg for horseback riding lessons and a horse as a kid. I loved lessons and finally restarted a decade later through hoofer lessons. As VP Admin, I take notes during executive meetings and help make decisions about the club.

You can reach me at vpadmin@hooferriding.org

Regan Armstrong

Hello! I am a senior here at UW-Madison and am majoring in Consumer Behavior and Marketplace Studies with certificates in Economics, Entrepreneurship, Philosophy, and Political Science. I have been riding since I was nine, participating in 4H in Dane County. I joined Hoofers my junior year to utilize our lesson program! As the Marketing Coordinator I work alongside Dante, to promote events and create promotional materials for HRC.

You can get in touch with me at marketing@hooferriding.org.

Dante Munn

Hi! I'm a senior from Chapel Hill, NC studying Dairy Science and Life Sciences Communication. I've been riding for about three years and joined the Equestrian Team in the fall of 2021. I will work alongside Regan to promote the Hoofers Riding Club. You can also get in touch with me at marketing@hooferriding.org.

Emily Ambramson

Hello! I am a senior at the University of Wisconsin- Madison from Potomac, Maryland. Majoring in both History and Political Science while working to earn certificates in Criminal Justice and Business. I have been riding horses since the age of six. When coming to college, I continued my riding journey through the Hoofer Riding Club and the Wisconsin Equestrian Team. I am grateful to have been elected into the Fundraising Chair position.

You can get in touch with me at fundraising@hooferriding.org.

Finn Eckes

Hello! I'm Finn, a senior pursuing a double major in Neurobiology and Global Health, with certificates in Health Policy and Graphic Design. I am from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and I've been riding western with HRC since Fall 2023. I'm also deeply passionate about volunteering with therapeutic riding programs.

In my role as Hoofer Ambassador Liaison, I focus on promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion within HRC and collaborate with our Community Outreach Coordinator to develop engaging club programming. If you have any questions or just want to connect, don’t hesitate to reach out!

Reach out to me at riding@hooferambassadors.orgn riding@hooferambassadors.org.

Chloe Roberts

I am a second year Master's student from Columbus, WI getting a double degree in International Public Affairs and Urban & Regional Planning. I have been riding for 19 years, and have been part of Hoofers since my freshman year of undergrad. As the lesson coordinator, I organize the club's lesson program!

Get in touch with me at lessons@hooferriding.org.

Bree Ward-Debauche

Hi, I'm Bree! I'm a sophomore from Madison studying Animal Science and French. As the Community Outreach Coordinator, I seek out opportunities within the community for the club to make connections and have fun. I've been riding for 13 years, and I began showing in the hunter/jumper world 5 years ago. While I love both, the jumper division is definitely my favorite!

If there's an event you'd like to see or you are looking to work with the Hoofer Riding Club, please email me at outreach@hooferriding.org.

Team President | Mara Bunderson

Hello, I'm a senior from Sun Prairie, WI. I'm majoring in accounting with a certificate in Spanish and this year I'll be team president. I started riding about a year and a half ago when I joined the team, and it's been the absolute highlight of college for me. As the team president, I'm in charge of handling team business. If you or anyone you know is interested in trying out, don't hesitate to contact me! You can either reach out to the team's Instagram @badgerequestrian, or get in contact with our captain, Grace, and myself at wisceq@hooferriding.org

Team Captain | Grace Sandretti

I'm a senior from Washington, DC and am at UW-Madison to study International Studies, specifically global security; and Political Science. As captain of the team, I am responsible for the well-being of each rider. It is my job to keep accountability of the team and support the riders and horses in any and every way that I can, outside or inside the ring.

I have been riding for as long as I can remember, and I've always had a deep love for horses. I believe that every moment that we have with horses, in and out of the saddle, is a blessing. Horses heal and I love sharing my love of this sport with others!

If you have any questions about the team or tryouts, you can reach Mara and myself by emailing wisceq@hooferriding.org!

Andi Bill

Advises club leaders and works in conjunction to manage club programming, as well as coaches the equestrian team for IHSA.

Andi has been riding since she was born, competing at Pony Finals every year from 1986 to 1995, and showing in the 3'6" equitation through her remaining years as a junior. She attended Mount Holyoke College and competed on their IHSA team, serving as captain her junior and senior years. It was at Mount Holyoke that Andi discovered that she enjoys teaching as much as she enjoys riding! Andi now owns Sugar Creek Stables LLC, teaching both hunt seat and dressage lessons.

Abby Douglas

Abby Douglas has been riding since she was eight years old, and was initially trained in the Western discipline. She came to UW-Madison for college and joined the Hoofer Riding Club. Here she learned to ride English and has been jumping for the past six years. She believes there are many similarities between the two disciplines and uses her knowledge of both to become a strong rider and instructor.