Ever since I went to my best friend’s 6 year old birthday party, and started taking lessons, I have fallen in love with these beautiful animals more and more everyday. Following my first ever local show in 2017, I then started to do A shows and compete in IEA in 2021. I currently train with Bethany Reel at Iron Horse Farm which also happens to be at my house. My competition highlights include 2021 top 3 overall at Pony Finals in the Medium Greens, 2022 top 24 at Pony Finals in the Large Greens, and 2025 qualified a horse for Large 3’3 Junior Hunter Finals.
I’m currently a Freshman at Oconee County High School in Watkinsville, GA and am extremely focused on my academics. I maintain a 4.0 GPA and am enrolled in all Honors classes. When I’m not in the show ring I enjoy playing volleyball, running track, working on my farm, and spending time with my family and friends and participating in school related activities.
Having the opportunity to ride at the collegiate level would confirm all of the time and effort I have put into my equestrian youth career. I am very passionate about finding the right university and having the opportunity to ride for an NCAA Division I Equestrian Team. I’m truly blessed by the equestrian sport because of the way it has matured me, taught me patience, and most of all taught me a strong work ethic. I cannot wait to commit myself to my future team!
~ Parker Howard