Whitehall's Krennerich Brings Home Championship in Little-Known Equestrian Sport

Working Equitation — ever heard of it? Don’t worry if you haven’t. It’s one of the fastest-growing equestrian disciplines in the country, but it’s still a mystery to many outside the horse world. And that makes Whitehall’s own Brianna Krennerich’s recent championship win all the more exciting.

Originating in Europe and rooted in the traditional ranch work of Portugal, Spain, and Italy, Working Equitation combines the grace of classical dressage with the grit and practicality of real ranch riding. It’s a sport that celebrates partnership, communication, and trust between horse and rider—qualiti...