Last Updated on October 26, 2026 by adminahb
Mill Spring, NC – October 26, 2026 – Competition at the 143rd National Horse Show began before sunrise in Tryon International’s indoor arena with the highly anticipated 2026 NHS 3’3″ Equitation Championship, sponsored by the Hamel Family Foundation. Among the 190 riders competing for top honors, one horse-and-rider combination rose to the occasion, delivering standout performances throughout the day to claim the coveted championship title.
Ryleigh Orton Wins 2026 NHS 3’3″ Equitation Championship
After three phases of competition at the 143rd National Horse Show, Ryleigh Orton of Charlestown, RI claimed the 2026 NHS 3’3″ Equitation Championship aboard Enjoy Trouzilit, a 12-year-old KWPN gelding owned by Greenlight Sporthorses LLC. Trained by Christopher Strucker, Orton capped off an impressive weekend with her second championship title, marking a memorable conclusion to her junior equitation career and a remarkable debut at the National Horse Show.
For more information about the National Horse Show, visit nhs.org.