2025-2026 TEXAS A&M RANCH HORSE TEAM
CHASTAIN SPILLER
Howdy! My name is Chastain Spiller and l am a graduate student in the Master of Agribusiness program. I grew up on a cow-calf operation in Elbert, Colorado where I rode ranch horses and showed Red Angus cattle. The Ranch Horse Team was my first opportunity to show horses and I instantly fell in love with it. This is my third year on the team, and riding June, one of our school horses. This team has been the best thing to happen to me since coming to college and I am so grateful to spend another year with my favorite people. Thanks and gig’em!
TUCKER GILLESPIE
Howdy! My name is Tucker Gillespie and I am Senior Animal Science major from McCook, Nebraska. I have been riding horses since I was four years old and for the past several years I have been deeply involved with the reined cow horse industry. As the child of two former Aggies, A&M always felt like home and getting to ride on the team is a dream come true. I am pursuing a degree in Animal Science on the Pre-Med track and hope to become a neurosurgeon in the future.
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ANNA BETH MUCK
Howdy y'all! My name is Anna Beth Muck and this is my very special, very sassy horse, Rosita. I am a Senior biomedical sciences major on the pre-med track from Boerne, TX. It is my and Rosita's third year on the team. I got this mare the summer before ninth grade, and she has been my best friend throughout my four years of high school. We only ever showed at local ranch horse shows and 4-H. Rosita and I are so blessed to ride for the best university ever! Every single person on the team is awesome and I am so thankful to ride alongside them. We share every single cheer, and tear, and I love this team and my horse so much!
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CHARLEE PROCTOR
Howdy! My name is Charlee Proctor and I’m a Senior Animal Science major from Princeton, TX. Following graduation, I hope to work in agricultural youth development. This will be my third year on the Ranch Horse Team riding TAMU Gottahighplayer, or “Shortcake!” I’ve grown up showing horses in a variety of disciplines including hunter jumpers, and primarily rodeo events. I’m extremely thankful for the opportunity to learn and compete alongside my teammates. I’m looking forward to the upcoming year!
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LEILA ANDERSON
Howdy! My name is Leila Anderson and I am a Junior Animal Science Production major minoring in Business from College Station, Texas! Growing up in an Aggie family and living in Aggieland made Texas A&M my top choice. I am riding a school horse, Jacs In The Cash or “Jac”. This is my third year on the team and his first year in the show pen! I’m excited to watch him grow up and to be a part of his journey! I am so incredibly blessed that I get to be a part of such an awesome team and look forward to the season! Gig ‘em!
HOPE ADAMS
My name is Hope Adams and i’m a Junior Animal Science major from Katy, TX. This is my second year on the team and I’m riding TAMU’s school horse, Nanners! I have grown up riding since I was 8 years old and have competed in some SHOT shows along with IEA and I’m super excited to get more involved with reined cowhorse and showing. I have always wanted to be on the Ranch Horse Team while growing up and being apart of this team is truly a blessing. I’m super excited for this year and getting to represent the greatest university!
ELLA FOWLER
Howdy!! My name is Ella Fowler and i’m a Junior Animal Science major from Van Alstyne, TX. I’ve been riding since I was little on a family cow-calf ranch but started taking lessons 7 years ago. I’ve competed in AQHA, SWRCHA, 4-H, Local Shows, and SHTX on my horse Play In Aristocrat, or commonly known as “Awesome”. This year I’m competing on my new horse Whisstlestop, or “Diesel.” He’s been a super cool learning curve and I’m very exited for our future showing career! Im from an Aggie family in which both my parents had involvement in the equine side of things, with my mom doing horse judging and my dad riding broncs on the rodeo team. So, the ranch horse team at TAMU has always been on my radar and I’m super excited to be here after 18 long years of waiting haha. So excited for all the fun things to come this year with team and competition!!!
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JACOB NICHOLS
Howdy! My name is Jacob Nichols and I am a Junior Agriculture Economics major. I am a 4th generation Aggie from Nacogdoches,Tx. I have been riding horses since a very young age and grew up ranching with my family. I started showing horses in SHTX around 2020 and have been showing since. My horse Pistols Annie Oakley has been in our family for several years but it wasn’t until this year that I started showing her. I am very proud to be a member of the Texas A&M Ranch Horse Team, and I am looking forward to this coming season. Gig’em
KARLI RAYBURN
Howdy! My name is Karli Rayburn, and I am a Junior Animal Science major from Athens,Texas. I have been riding horses my entire life and have been involved in AQHA, TQHA, PHBA, SHTX, and 4-H. I grew up showing the performance classes from western pleasure to Hunter under saddle. Just is the last couple of years I have become very interested in the cowhorse industry. I purchased my horse, Grace Riding or “Kat”, to continue to grow in the cowhorse classes. I am so excited to be apart of this amazing team and can’t wait to see where this season takes us!!
DALTON REGEHR
Howdy! My name is Dalton Regehr and I am a Junior Animal Science Production major from Tonganoxie, Kansas! Growing up, I rode in the Saddlebred industry and competed in several other disciplines including western pleasure, horsemanship, and saddle seat. This is my first year and currently riding TAMU Peppy Ray Marsali, or "Marsali", it’s been amazing to ride and learn from her. I am so incredibly excited and grateful I get to be apart of such an amazing team and look forward to a fun season! Gig 'em!
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HOPE ADAMS
My name is Hope Adams and i’m a Sophomore Animal Science major from Katy, TX. This is my first year on the team and I’m riding TAMU’s school horse Nanners! I have grown up riding since I was 8 years old and have competed in some SHOT shows along with IEA and I’m super excited to get more involved with reined cowhorse and showing. I have always wanted to be on the Ranch Horse Team while growing up and being apart of this team is truly a blessing. I’m super excited for this year and getting to represent the greatest university!
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TRINITY MOODY
Howdy! My name is Trinity Moody, and I am a Sophomore psychology major with a minor in professional writing from Sour Lake, Texas. I am also a TAMU Terry Scholar with an academic full ride to Texas A&M! I have been riding horses since I was eight and have shown in SHTX, LASH, THSRA, NRCHA, and AQHA. My sweet horse Our Diamond Lights, or “Hobbs” as we call him, is the best partner a girl could wish for. Fun fact: he was on the Texas Tech ranch horse team before he came to Texas A&M with me! I have been blessed to be on the Texas A&M ranch horse team and love riding for the Aggie maroon. Gig ‘em!
SIENNA GONCZERUK
Howdy! My name is Sienna Gonczeruk, and I’m a freshman Animal Science major from Dripping Springs, Texas. I’ve been riding since I was little, starting in 4-H and competing in SHTX since 2021. This year I’m riding a horse called Call Me Risky, or “Gus,” and I’m so grateful for the opportunity to grow alongside him and be part of the Texas A&M Ranch Horse Team. I’m excited for the season ahead and to represent Texas A&M. Gig ’em!
AJ KENDRICK
ROSEMARY HARTMAN
Howdy! My name is Rosemary Hartman, and I’m a Junior Animal Science Major. I recently transferred to A&M, and I am looking forward to starting this new chapter. I am honored to be a member of the Texas A&M Ranch Horse Team, and I am looking forward to a great semester!
MADISON MEYER
Howdy! My name is Madison Meyer I’m a Sophomore Animal Science major from Meyersville, Texas. I’ve been riding since 5th grade and grew up showing 4-H and local competitions. In 2021, I was participant of the Young Horse Development Program (YHDP) and was graciously donated a weanling from Bogle Brothers LLC in Dexter, New Mexico. Saint Boones Time, “Boone” has given me the opportunity to be where I am today and without this program I don’t think it all would’ve been possible. My freshman year, I was a clinician for the summer horsemanship program and now I am very fortunate to be able to show him on the Ranch Horse Team. I am forever grateful for all the support and opportunities that have lead me to this point and I’m excited to see where we will go. Gig’Em!
ELLA HOPKINS
Howdy! My name is Ella Hopkins, and I am a freshman Animal Science major from Aledo, Texas. This is my first year on the ranch horse team, and I could not be more excited for this semester! I am riding my personal horse Look Bak Bar Chick or “Juniper!” I have been riding horses since I was little, but competitively showing for only the past few years. Already, the team has pushed me to become a better person and rider. I am super blessed to call this place home for the next four years! Looking forward to a fun season!
STEPH BARRIS
Howdy! My name is Steph Barris and I’m a freshman Ecology and Conservative Biology major from Freeland, Michigan. I have been riding since I was eight years old and have done various events like western pleasure, saddle seat, reining, trail, and horsemanship. This is my first year on the team riding TAMU’s school horse “Catwoman”. I am super exited to be at A&M and have been very blessed to be on the Ranch Horse Team. I can’t wait to continue to represent A&M throughout the season!
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ANNA HAFFELFINGER
Howdy! My name is Anna Haffelfinger, and I am a sophomore Animal Science major from Boerne, Texas. I am pursuing minors in AgriFood Sales and Agricultural Economics along with an equine certificate. I have been riding horses since I was four years old and have spent years competing in AQHA All-Around events across the country. After spending my freshman year on the horsemanship side of the Equestrian Team, I decided to try something new and purchased a ranch horse over the Summer. This year, I am showing my four year old mare, CTK Driftin Rosewood (CJ), on the Ranch Horse Team. I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to continue riding with an A&M logo on my back while learning and growing alongside such a phenomenal team. Gig ’em!