Our Crowdfunding Groups
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The Duquesne University Equestrian Team (DUET), an officially recognized Club Sport at Duquesne University, provides the opportunity for students to get involved in recreational and competitive riding.
As a team, we practice weekly, while we compete on various weekends throughout the fall and spring semesters. We are located in the Zone 2 Region 5 sector of Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA), where we compete against other universities, such as the University of Pittsburgh, West Virginia University, and Slippery Rock University. Our coach Linda Stevens, and our host barn Fox Hollow Stables, are located in Wampaum, PA, just north of the city. Each team member practices at least once per week to build, and learn their skills both as a rider, and as a team member. We welcome all levels of riders!
We are a continuously growing team with 17 active student-athlete riders who are proud to represent this great University. DUET adds to our educational experience we receive at Duquesne because it allows us to:
Why Do We Need Donations?
In addition to the costs associated with a Duquesne University education, DUET riders are tasked with paying for:
Due to these expenses, cost is a main reason students do not join DUET. Donations will help to off-set these costs, lessen the financial burden on students and provide other students the opportunity to be involved in future seasons.
More specifically, the funds will be used to provide each individual DUET rider the chance to compete in at least two classes at each show.
How You Can Help…
There are two main ways you can keep the Duquesne University Equestrian Team alive and thriving with talented riders:
Donate now: A gift of any size will help sponsor riders to continue participating in the sport they love. We ask that you please join us today in making a donation. Simply hit the “Give Now” button on this page, using the giving levels as a guide as to where the money can go.
Spread the Word: Give us a like on Facebook at Duquesne University Equestrian, and follow us on Instagram @duqequestrian and TikTok @duqequestrian. Every like, share, and follow is an easy way to help share our message, and continue to support the team!
Out of all the Club Sports and athletic teams at Duquesne University, DUET was the FIRST to host a crowdfunding campaign on Spirit. A successful campaign will help make others aware that Duquesne has a prominent Equestrian Team on campus that our alumni, faculty, staff, students and friends can all be proud of.
Go Dukes & Thank You!
A $20 donation could sponsor one team member in their entry fees for a one-day show
A $50 donation could sponsor one student rider, including travel costs for one-day show
A $100 donation could sponsor one student rider, including travel costs for two-day (weekend) show
A $300 donation could pay for the 2022 Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) team membership dues
A $400 donation could sponsor one student rider, including travel costs for a full season of shows
A $1,000 donation could aid in the ability for Duquesne to host their own show
