Team Executive Board
The Hoofer Riding Club is the parent organization to the Wisconsin Equestrian Team. Meet the executive board!
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President
Mara Bunderson
Hello, I'm a junior 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 knkow is interested in trying out, don't hesitate to contact me! You can either reach out to the team's Instagram @badgerequestrian, or email me at bunderson@wisc.edu
Captain
Grace Sandretti
I'm a sophomore from Washington, DC and am at UW-Madison to study International Studies, specifically global security.
Vice President
Julia Prouse
I'm a junior from Beloit, WI majoring in Biochemistry.
Treasurer
Julia Knutson
Show Chairs
Dante Munn | Regional Correspondent
Hi! I'm a junior from Chapel Hill, NC studying Dairy Science and Life Sciences Communication. I've been riding for about two years and joined the Equestrian Team in the fall of 2021.
Kyra O'Malley | Barn Manager
I’m a senior from Eagan, MN studying Computer Science and Music. I’ve been riding since I was 10 and joined the team in the fall of 2021!
Kat Baker | Secretary
Hi! I'm a senior from Sheboygan, WI double majoring in Life Sciences Communication and Social Welfare with certificates in Disability Rights & Services and Public Policy. I've been riding for about 13 years, and being able to ride competitively while I'm in college is a long-time dream come true! As Show Chair Secretary, I handle the bulk of the paperwork that comes with hosting our home show. I also ensure IHSA compliance of our show and handle things like ribbons & awards for riders and the horse draws.
Fundraising Chairs
Jordan Gutwillig
Emily Abramson
I'm a junior from Potomac, Maryland studying History and Political Science with certificates in Criminal Justice and Business. I've been riding since age 6, and continued my riding journey in college through the Hoofer Riding Club and Wisconsin Equestrian Team, and I'm thrilled to have been elected as a Fundraising Chair and a Social Chair! As a Fundraising Chair, I help raise awareness of the team and create opportunities to raise funds to support our riders in competitions through events like silent auctions and by doing apparel orders.
Social Chairs
Kayleigh Westmore
Hi! I'm a senior from Ottawa, WI double majoring in Psychology and Social Welfare. I've been riding since I was a little girl and have shown hunter/jumper even before joining the team. I joined the team in spring of my sophomore year, and as a social chair I work with my partner to coordinate social events for team bonding!
Emily Abramson
I'm a junior from Potomac, Maryland studying History and Political Science with certificates in Criminal Justice and Business. I've been riding since age 6, and continued my riding journey in college through the Hoofer Riding Club and Wisconsin Equestrian Team, and I'm thrilled to have been elected as a Fundraising Chair and a Social Chair! As a Social Chair, I help organize fun activities for team members to bond while connecting with newer members.
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