BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Mounted Games has been close to my heart since my introduction to Equine Mounted Games Canada over 10 years ago. In past years, it has been a special family affair, getting to ride with both my sister and mom, with dad supporting and trailering the ponies. Each season has been filled with wonderful ponies, international opportunities and new friendships. 

Professionally, I am a Biologist and Manager in the Agriculture industry. As Chair, I enjoy volunteering alongside a passionate team, focused on supporting members in achieving their goals in the sport of Mounted Games.

I was introduced to Mounted Games 7years ago. My sister, Jodie and her neighbours thought I should check out these cool pony relay games their girls were excited about....I was hooked! My sport was polo; training, playing and coaching. It didn't take long until watching turned to training ponies, coaching and bringing on new riders. Although I don't officially play within EMGC I have fun playing the green ponies before matching them up with a rider.

 

More than playing, I love my perspective of this exciting sport on the field. Whether running with a lead liner, helping a novice or coaching behind the box, nothing is as rewarding as seeing the development of young ponies and riders becoming a team. It's extra special to be on the field with those same young ponies and riders now successfully competing internationally!

 

I look forward to my additional role as Vice Chair for the 2025 season.

I first got introduced to games when my daughter, Mackenzie, joined pony club. I have enjoyed watching her grow & excel in a sport she loved. My son, Atley, started riding in mounted games in 2024.

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I have ridden for over 30 years and focused on 3-day eventing but have found a new love for dressage with my current horse, Finley. I run my own boarding barn so I am able to be with horses every day & share my passion with my kids.

Mounted Games was new to me in 2024 when my daughter first competed with our pony Poppy. I had no idea what to expect, but after having endured many stuffy hunter / jumper shows that lasted all day long, the Mounted Games competitions were a breath of fresh air. As a parent I helped with the props, which allowed me to gain a better understanding of the games themselves. I loved the sense of support and community that went along with the competitions. Even though I rarely ride myself, I found that the Equine Mounted Games was something I could really enjoy taking part in as an associate member.

 

Professionally I am an elementary principal, and am used to overseeing the budget and finances of a school. This led me to feel comfortable taking on the role of treasurer for the EMGC. I am enjoying getting to collaborate with the Board of Directors and support my daughter's interest in Equine Mounted Games in a whole new way.

My love for games started doing PPG's in Pony Club 23 years ago. Soon after I was lucky to have friends that also did Mounted Games and I fell in love with the sport and the people and found myself competing in Canada and the United States on a regular basis! In 2012 I was the travelling alternate for the World's team and we ventured to Wales and my games family grew even more. I was the Vice President of EMGC in years past and am looking forward to being your Competition Coordinator! 

 

In my personal life, I have been working as a Veterinary Assistant at McKee-Pownall Equine Services for the past 13 years. I have 2 young boys, Brody and Declan, and we enjoy travelling and exploring the outdoors.

2024 was my first year back to riding consistently. In the fall of 2023, I started to ride the infamous Flash Boadway enjoying trail rides. JL was quick to make sure I tried some games on her and to my surprise I wasn’t too bad for a lefty! Many laughs were had while I learned the ropes of the games... Dance moves too can be thrown into practices at any given time.

 

Games became a fun test of my riding, but even more fun due to the people around me. Weekly ride nights and outings made for a great social time with new friends. I was able to compete in Novice division with various partners. It was great to see Flash back out doing what she loves most, even at the slower pace. My nephew, Jayden too was given a warm welcome to the club.

 

In 2025 I look forward to continuing to ride with my games family. And I look forward to representing the members as the 2025 Rider Rep.