Hey! So Glad You're Here.
My name is Klarissa Barley. I am a Junior, majoring in Mass Media Communications (emphasis in Advertising and Public Relations) and minoring in English.
I have been a member of the team since my freshman year of college and I have been riding since I was seven years old. Prior to the team I showed in the 'A' Circuit in the Junior Equitation and Hunters. I am from Thousand Oaks, California. I grew up riding at Foxfield with the Postels and Nancy Turill. I was also a member of the World Famous Foxfield Drill Team, where we jumped without bridles or saddles.
I have very much enjoyed my time on the team. I have learned so much about horses and what it takes to be an adaptable rider that can get on any horse. I currently only show hunt-seat, but sometimes I get to ride in a western saddle in practices. I have shown in both open hunt-seat over fences and flat since I was a freshman. I am so thankful for the oppurtunities this team has brought me.
With the help of Coach Ellis I have achieved goals that I did know were possible upon joing WT Equestrian. The team has brought me to many new places where I got to sit on some pretty amazing horses. Every show is a learning opportunity regardless of places.
I currently am on the leadership board for the team where I serve as the Media Representative. I run all the social media accounts and create announcements about the team. I love being able to apply what I am learning as mass media undergrad to my team. One day I hope to run social media for a horse showing related company like USHJA, or even a sports team like the Los Angeles Dodgers.
My father and I after I performed with the Foxfield Drill Team at the USHJA welcoming convection at HITS Coachella. I am aboard my drill pony, Houston.
My family and I after winning Open Flat at Zones and progressing to Nationals. My family is my number one support system
This is me in my over fences round of the Cacchoine Cup at Nationals in 2018. (Photo Credits to USHJA)