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Saddle Up Scholars in the News

Apr 2, 2024

April 2, 2024 Live Episode

Co-founder Jennie Towner sat down with hosts Louisa Barton and Pete Rodda of “The Horse Talk Show Live” from the horse capital of Ocala, Florida to share the meaningful work we are doing here at Saddle Up Scholars.

The Horse Talk Show TV

April 2, 2024 Live Episode

Mar 15, 2024

"Harnessing Success"

This Horsemen’s Journal feature highlights our connections to the Thoroughbred racing industry and how our students are using their horsemanship to improve their performance at school.

Horsemen's Journal

"Harnessing Success"

Mar 1, 2024

Saddle Up Scholars - Tutoring Riders from Low Income Communities

Article about the background and practices of Saddle Up Scholars.

East Coast Equestrian

Saddle Up Scholars - Tutoring Riders from Low Income Communities

Oct 18, 2023

Industry workers honored at TIEA dinner

Dominick Merritt announced as winner of the "Newcomer Award" by the Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards

Daily Racing Form

Industry workers honored at TIEA dinner

Oct 17, 2023

Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards

List of winners for TIEA - click on "Meet the Winner" of the Newcomer Award for a short video about Nick and co-founder Jennie Towner, who nominated him for this award.

Godolphin

Thoroughbred Industry Employee Awards

Aug 1, 2023

"Maryland Horse Council: New Members"

Announcement of Saddle Up Scholars as an Industry Professional member of the Maryland Horse Council.

The Equiery

"Maryland Horse Council: New Members"

Jul 21, 2023

Charm City to the Spa

Former student, Dominick Merritt, recounts his journey from Harford Community College to the stable of racehorse trainer Todd Pletcher.

The Chronicle of the Horse

Charm City to the Spa

Feb 21, 2018

"Becoming Well Schooled"

Co-founder Jennie Towner's original blog post that served as part of the inspiration to launch Saddle Up Scholars.

The Chronicle of the Horse

"Becoming Well Schooled"
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