CANYON, Texas — West Texas A&M University’s Ranch Horse teams took two of the top spots at its final competition of the fall, and one student rider won a world championship.

One team was named reserve champion and the other came in third place in Collegiate Division 1 at the 2025 Stock Horse of Texas World Championship Show, held Oct. 24 to 26 in Abilene.

“I was pleased with the teams’ performance overall,” said Dr. Lance Baker, head coach and professor of animal science. “These high placements speak to the depth and quality of every team member. The numerous individual awards are evidence of their hard work and sacrifice this fall.”

WT’s teams ranked behind a squad from Texas Tech University, and ahead of North Central Texas College and Texas A&M University. Each school is allowed to e

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