Outlaws Equestrian Team Shines at First Meet

The Outlaws drill team takes first place in Freestyle 4s competition at Brasada Ranch in Bend.

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The Outlaws equestrian team, part of the Oregon High School Equestrian Teams (OHSET), recently had their first meet at Brasada Ranch in Bend, Oregon. The team turned in a strong performance, with the drill team taking first place in the Freestyle 4s competition. The team, which has six athletes and one groom, has been training since November under the instruction of Coach Lisa Visconty and Drill Coach Brooklyn Lugo.

Why it matters

The Outlaws equestrian team's success at their first meet highlights the growing popularity of high school equestrian sports in Oregon. The team's diverse range of experience levels and emphasis on teamwork and camaraderie reflects the inclusive nature of the OHSET program.

The details

The Outlaws equestrian team competed in several events at the meet, including Reining, Western Horsemanship, Pole Bending, Keyhole, and Drill Team. The team's co-captains, Eloise Hecker and Genevieve MacIntosh, both placed in the top five in their individual events. The team's groom, Hayley Strasser, also played an important role in supporting the athletes.

  • The Outlaws equestrian team began training for the competition in November 2025.
  • The team's first meet took place on March 4, 2026 at Brasada Ranch in Bend, Oregon.

The players

Lisa Visconty

The head coach of the Outlaws equestrian team.

Brooklyn Lugo

The drill coach for the Outlaws equestrian team.

Eloise Hecker

Co-captain of the Outlaws equestrian team.

Genevieve MacIntosh

Co-captain of the Outlaws equestrian team.

Hayley Strasser

The groom for the Outlaws equestrian team.

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What they’re saying

“All the girls ride on their own time, and they come to practice one to two times a week. They start learning their patterns and how to lay their patterns out.”

— Lisa Visconty, Head Coach (The Nugget Newspaper)

“I have been teaching horseback riding lessons for years, and that helps me balance the difference. And the girls help each other a lot. The high school sport is more of a team event... It's a lot of fun to share something you're passionate about with other people who are passionate about it.”

— Lisa Visconty, Head Coach (The Nugget Newspaper)

What’s next

The Outlaws equestrian team will continue to compete in the OHSET season, with their next meet scheduled for April 15, 2026.

The takeaway

The Outlaws equestrian team's success at their first meet demonstrates the growing popularity and inclusivity of high school equestrian sports in Oregon. The team's emphasis on teamwork, camaraderie, and supporting each other's passions reflects the positive impact of the OHSET program.