04/27/2026
Stephens College is proud to announce The Show-Me STATE GAMES will introduce a Western Horse Show for the first time in the event’s history, with inaugural events scheduled for June 20-21, 2026, at the Stephens College Equestrian Arena! 🐴
The addition of a western horse show expands Missouri’s largest amateur sports festival, which attracts athletes from across the state each summer and features dozens of sporting events. The new equestrian competition underscores the Games’ ongoing efforts to broaden participation and reflect Missouri’s diverse athletic and cultural traditions.
Stephens College, host site for the event, brings nearly a century of experience in equestrian education and training. Its long‑established program emphasizes horsemanship, equine care, and competitive riding, making the college a natural partner for the Show‑Me State Games’ expansion into equestrian sport.
“Hosting this event gives us an opportunity to welcome riders from across Missouri and introduce more people to our facilities and [Equestrian Studies] program,” said Sara Linde-Patel, associate professor and program chair at Stephens College. “Creating access for riders at different stages reflects the values we emphasize in our work.”
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| Stephens College Equestrian Studies Program
