'5th Generation Horsewoman': Ridgefield Star Student Athlete

RIDGEFIELD, CT —We all know student athletes who also bring their A-game to other parts of their lives.

Here at Patch, we've launched an initiative to help recognize these heroes making a difference in their communities. We’re working to let all your neighbors know the individual stories behind the leaderboard.

This submission comes from Anne Tasch who nominated her daughter Maya of Ridgefield.

What sport does the star student athlete play?

Horseback riding

Why do you believe the star student athlete should be recognized?

Maya is 13 and has won three world titles in three different breeds the most recent was a unanimous world grand championship title this past august in Kentucky. She has also raised over $40,000 for various charities through a national program called Ribbons of Service.

What's one thing you want everyone to know about the star student athlete?

Maya is a 5th generation horsewoman and the first to win world titles.

Keep up the great work, Maya!

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