UC Davis equestrian team, ranked No. 9, achieved a narrow 10-9 victory against No. 10 South Dakota State on February 21. The Aggies dominated the Fences event with an impressive 4-1 score, led by Anna Donovan, who earned the highest score and MOP honors. While the Jackrabbits took the Horsemanship event 3-2, the Aggies rebounded in Flat, securing a 3-2 win and maintaining their early lead. Senior Ada Hirschfeld also contributed a strong performance in Reining despite the Jackrabbits winning that event 3-1, solidifying the Aggies' overall win.

By the Numbers
  • Anna Donovan scored 84, the highest in Fences.
  • Lauren Kolbe achieved a winning score of 80 in Flat, the event's highest score.
State of Play
  • UC Davis has faced South Dakota State twice this season, winning both times.
  • The Aggies will host UT Martin in their next competition on March 7.
What's Next

The Aggies aim to build on their momentum against UT Martin, looking to solidify their ranking and prepare for the ECAC Championships. Their recent performances underscore competitive strength as they head into critical matches.

Bottom Line

UC Davis's ability to rally and perform under pressure positions them strongly as they engage in future competitions, keying in on their path toward the upcoming championships.