2006 HAT Scholarship

2006 HAT Scholarship Awarded at Youth Clinic

The Horseman’s Association of Texoma (HAT) announced the recipient of its 2006 Youth Scholarship during their annual Youth Clinic on May 6th at Loy Lake Arena in Denison.

Katlyn Davis, 2006 HAT Youth Scholarship recipient (L), Roger Dougan, HAT President (R),
HAT Youth Clinician Gerry Snipes (on horseback)

Katlyn Davis, a graduating senior at Sherman High School, became the 3rd recipient of the annual $500 scholarship, which is awarded each year to a Texoma-area student. Katlyn is the daughter of Eric and Theresa Davis of Sherman, TX. She has been accepted at Texas A&M University, where she plans to major in Biomedical Science in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Science. Her mind is also set on joining the A&M Equestrian Team. Katlyn has been active in 4-H, AQHYA (American Quarter Horse Youth Association), NRHA (National Reining Horse Association), and SWRHA (Southwest Reining Horse Association), and while living previously in Kentucky she volunteered at Owensboro Greater Special Equestrian, a therapeutic riding program for children with special needs. She has maintained her grades while training and competing with her horse, Joker.

Speaking about the selection process at the presentation ceremony, Roger Dougan, HAT President, said, "Records were not just broken this year; they were blown away! Total applications received were three times the number received for the previous year... Applications were received from two states, four counties, and eleven schools, both public and private... Along with the rising number of applications, the selection process was more tasking with the astounding essays submitted. Choosing only one winner becomes a growing challenge. It is very rewarding to read the essays and gain insight to the impact horses can have on each individual. Each story is unique, yet each confirms our faith in today’s youth whose lives are enriched because of their passion for horses or ponies."

Roger continued, "Presenting this scholarship would not be possible without the hard work and effort by HAT members working toward funding and promoting the scholarship... Thank you to all the dedicated HAT members, our sponsors, and all those who attended, volunteered, or participated in our fund raising events over the past year. Special recognition and appreciation is extended to Dr. Katie Hayes for her contribution to the scholarship fund. I would also like to express gratitude to the selection committee for devoting their combined efforts to select this year’s recipient... And a very special thank you to all the parents and grandparents who support their kids’ involvement with horses!"

We wish Katlyn well as she continues her educational pursuits.