More than a high school sport.

Oregon High School Equestrians Teams is a high school sport with both individual and team classes. Students join with a participating high school in their district and will have a coach and supporting volunteers to help organize and coordinate all practices and competitions. Most teams holds regular practices in preparation for local and state meets. There are equal goals to improve your riding skills and your team/leadership abilities.

This is a winter/spring sport with three main competitions, two of which the athlete must compete in to qualify for the state championship competition. Those qualified in their district are eligible to compete in a state championship meet against all district winners.

Please see the FAQ for commonly asked questions.

Our Mission

Oregon High School Equestrian Teams is dedicated to promoting and organizing equestrian competition in high school athletics. It is our main goal to provide recognition to equestrian athletes in a fair, positive and educational format. We encourage team play, peer acceptance, good horsemanship and leadership for all students in grades 9 through 12. We help students develop lifetime skills, teamwork, and self-discipline. 

Cost

Each athlete pays a participation fee to his/her district to cover the costs of competitions, hiring officials, insurance, etc. All other costs of transportation, stalls, equipment, team shirts, and lodging are the responsibility of each athlete. Please see our scholarship page to learn about funding opportunities for some athletes. Teams are encouraged to hold fundraisers to offset expenses. 

Students are encouraged to organize their Equestrian school team at the beginning of the school year in order to obtain administrative approval, canvas their school for members, hold regular meetings, organize fundraisers, design and order their team shirt before competitions begin. 

Students in grades 9-12 interested in participating in OHSET can contact the chairperson of their school district.