Looking forward to her first WIHS Equitation Finals– Q&A with Aedan Mooney, currently 4th in the WIHS Equitation East rankings! |
Rider: Aedan Mooney
Age: 18
Hometown: Golden, CO
Class/Division: Equitation, Hunter Derbies, Junior Hunters, Junior Jumpers
Trainers: Val Renihan, Findlay’s Ridge, Indianapolis, IN, and Brannon Mooney, Capall Glen Equestrian, Golden, CO
Horse: Astro De Ravel “Finn,” 10, Selle Francais gelding, owned by Olivia Robertson

Question – As this is your last year as a junior, looking back, is there something you would tell your younger self before your first big equitation class or final?
Answer – I remember being extremely nervous at my first big equitation final, so I would tell my younger self to take a deep breath and have fun!
Q – What are your goals for collegiate riding at Southern Methodist University?
A – At SMU, I want to challenge myself to adjust to different types of horses quickly, give them the best ride I can, and be a great team player.
Q – Have you been to WIHS as a rider or spectator, or is this your first time?
A – I haven’t been to WIHS before but I’m excited to be able to compete with the top equitation riders and watch the best riders in the nation.
