NCTC IHSA Equestrian & Stock Horse Teams

10/14/2026

Some of our favorite days are spent running from practice to opportunities to share a little bit of our passion! 🐴💙💛

Thank you, Gainesville Kiwanis, for inviting us!

10/04/2026

Due to no fault of his own, the best boy is still looking for his next home. ❤️

Calling on our equine friends and family to like, comment, and share to help Simon find the retirement life he deserves! 🐴❤️

09/26/2026

🤠 Meet our new members! 🐴
Introducing Stephanie Ortega to the IHSA team

Hi, I’m Stephanie from Dallas, TX.

I am studying Equine Science because I want to grow my knowledge with horses and the industry in all aspects.
After visiting NCTC I just knew this was the right place for me to be able to learn and grow.

I’m so excited for all that there is to still learn and experience!

09/23/2026

🤠Meet our new members! 🐴
Introducing Zoe McCareins to the IHSA team

Hi, my name’s Zoe McCareins, I am 18 years old, i’m originally from Florida but I have lived in Texas for a very long period of time, and I currently live on my own ranch.

I have been riding horses for about 9 years now, I own three of my own. I’m studying Equine Science, and I’m on the IHSA team.

My decision to attend NCTC was driven by my many years of interest in the college. I used to come here for a few horse camps when I was younger, along with competing with my mare in their arenas from time to time.

A fun fact about me, I’m really into Animated shows, and horror movies!

I’m excited to be here for my first year! Thank you!

09/15/2026

Meet our new members! 🐴
Introducing Ella Franklin to the IHSA team

Hi I’m Ella Franklin!
I am 20 years old and I am from Fort Worth, Texas.

I am studying Equine Science and I chose NCTC because they have an equine program that looked fun to take.

A fun fact about me is that I can draw horses and farms!

09/12/2026

09/12/2026

09/11/2026

🤠 Meet our new members! 🐴

Introducing Sophia Twitchell to the IHSA team

Hi my name is Sophia Twitchell, I am 18 years old, and I am from Keller, Texas.

I am studying equine science while competing on the IHSA team here at NCTC. I have been riding horses for about 10 years and have owned my own horse, July, for about 4.

I am really looking forward to what I will learn this year!

09/11/2026

🎟️ LAST DAY to purchase your raffle tickets! 🎟️

Your ticket purchase directly benefits the NCTC Athletic Department! 💙🦁

Our Equine Teams are so fortunate to be a part of NCTC Athletics. Their support allows us to provide our students with incredible opportunities, including scholarships that help them continue their education while competing in the sport they love. 🐴💙

Get those last-minute tickets and help support NCTC student-athletes!

🐴 Fellow equestrian friends… we KNOW how much walking comes with horse shows! 😂

Here’s your chance to give your feet a break! Purchase a raffle ticket for a chance to win a Voltvogue BK200 Electric Bike while supporting NCTC Athletics! 🚲⚡

Just imagine cruising from the stalls to the arena instead of making that 47th trip on foot. 🙌

🎟️ Raffle tickets can be purchased online:
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Get your tickets and help support our NCTC student-athletes! 💙🦁

09/09/2026

🤠 Meet Our New Members! 🐴

New school year, new faces, and a whole lot of horse power! 💪 Over the next few days, we’ll be introducing the newest members of our NCTC Equine Teams!

First up… our Ranch Horse Team and Tenzley Ingram with her horse Zach! 👀🐎

Hi! I’m Tenzley Ingram, originally from Alabama, but Texas is home. I’m studying Cosmetology at NCTC because I love the confidence that comes from helping people feel their best, inside and out.

I chose NCTC because I can pursue my career while staying close to something that’s always been a huge part of my life.. horses. It’s the perfect combination of two things I love.

And if you don’t find me behind the chair, you’ll probably find me in dirty jeans, a button down and at the barn. You probably wouldn’t guess I’m a cosmetology student and honestly, that’s the fun part.

I’m excited to see where this chapter takes me.