Two high school seniors represented the local Neon Riders club in Dressage competitions recently at the Washington State Fair in Puyallup.

Haylie Newton of Sequim earned blue ribbons in Dressage Showmanship, Dressage Seat Equitation and Huntseat Equitation, and a red ribbon in Dressage Test.

Port Angeles rider Emily Gear earned blue ribbons in Dressage Seat Equitation and Huntseat Equitation, and red ribbons in Dressage Showmanship and Dressage Test.

Both riders plan to compete in the high school equestrian season for their respective schools and next year’s 4-H competitions.

High school seasons are starting, and Sequim coach Katie Salmon-Newton is looking for youths in grades 9-12 who ride English, western, jumping, reining, rodeo, games or working cow events.

Contact coach Newton at klsalmon@yahoo.com for more information.