Alfred, NY. - The Centenary University Dressage Team fought hard at Alfred University's Bromeley-Daggett Equestrian Center to end the day fourth overall, while Emily Laskas earned her first victory for the season.
Elizabeth Furtkevic started the day with a well-ridden First Level test on "Q", riding through blustering winds to receive a score of 64.81% and third place.
Avery Barwick followed up her performance with a smart, conservatively ridden test with "Carmella" to earn a 56.48% and land seventh in the standings.
Emily Laskas had the standout ride of the day aboard "Mulberee", laying down a harmonious, correct, and overall lovely Upper Training test. Emily scored a 67.07% to clinch her first Upper Training win and seven points for the team.
Alexia Gonzalez delivered another solid Upper Training test on "Roberto", earning a score of 61.9% and eighth place.
Moving into the afternoon,
Olivia Minnich drew "Squirrel", creating a lovely picture and an accurate Lower Training test. She recieved a score of 65.38% and fifth place for her efforts- bringing the team two points.
Noelle Telep finished out the level with a ride on "Jig", earning a 60.96% and ninth place finish.
Lily Szark finished out the day in Introductory aboard "Scooby", with a clean ride and a score of 60.31%, leaving her in eighth place.
The team finished in overall fourth position behind Delaware Valley, Penn State, and hosting school Alfred. While a tough day out for the Cyclones, the team keeps their chins high and with hopes set towards our hosted show in two weeks.
