Camaraderie.
We give IHSA alumni the ability to continue to compete after college in a finals-like atmosphere to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and stay connected to collegiate riding.
Our Mission
Our Mission
All Alumni Competitions, Inc the parent company and 5013c of The Alumni Tournament of Champions (ATOC) and Alumni Equestrian Events (AEE) has the goal of keeping IHSA Alumni in the saddle affordably.
ATOC provides a unique event in the riding world. We began this annual event in the summer of 2012 and invite anyone who has ever participated in collegiate riding to relive those memories. Our horse show invites riders from across the United States to compete in one day of competition for 15 championship titles in IHSA style Alumni competition. We offer both English and Western riding disciplines for collegiate alumni and graduating seniors.
AEE offers Hunt Seat and Western class specifications for various show providers to offer catch riding to IHSA alumni. Alumni can collect points to compete in post season shows including a National Competition.
As this is IHSA style riding, horses are provided for riders at the show. This allows riders from far away to travel to compete more affordably. This generates a strong pull of riders from all across the country.
Our Partners:
We are incredibly honored to partner with some of the best companies in the equine world. We are seeking sponsorship for the horse show in a variety of ways. In return we offer:
Complimentary prize list advertisements,
Social media blasts,
Website recognition,
Show announcements,
Free vendor space,
Banners hung on show day (must be provided)
Space in rider goodie bags for any marketing materials
Current Affiliates
Our Programs
ATOC offers 15 championship titles we award annually. Included in those are our cup classes. There are two phases of competition for each of four our cup classes and the combined scores plus additional testing crowns our champions.
AEE provides guidelines for 5 Alumni classes that can be offered at any horse show as long as they meet the AEE show specifications.
We pride ourselves in our rich show prizes. ATOC and AEE Nationals ribbon winners go home with long beautiful ribbons and the best in sponsored prizes as well as champions are awarded with perpetual trophies for the year and silver'/logo items to keep!
In true IHSA style all horses are provided for riders.
ATOC and AEE Class Offerings
flat and fences classes
Current IHSA alumni can choose one fences and one flat class to compete in at ATOC. If space allows, cup riders may also enter regular classes two weeks before the close of entries. The fences options are at 2’3 or 2’6. Flat options offer a regular flat or more challenging advanced flat where stirrups will be dropped!
AEE offers Alumni Flat and Fences classes for hunt seat riders.
hunt seat reunion classes
ATOC has classes for IHSA alumni that are not currently showing as part of the IHSA are invited to compete in our reunion classes. We offer a reunion flat and 2'6 fences class. Reunion riders may also choose to participate in the 2'3 fences class.
Future and Alumni Cup Classes
Only at ATOC, two phases of competition, either flat and fences or horsemanship and ranch. Champagne is always presented to the champion!
Ranch Riding
ATOC and AEE are offering a ranch class for alumni riders. Riders will complete one of the IHSA, IEA, YEDA or similar approved ranch patterns.
Western horsemanship
AEE offers Alumni Horsemanship and ATOC offers two horsemanship classes for IHSA alumni. Riders will work on the rail and compete in a pattern chosen by the judge.
western reining
AEE and ATOC offer alumni reining for alumni. Riders will complete one of the IHSA, IEA, YEDA or similar approved reining patterns.
ATOC Team competition
Our team challenge encourages riders to form teams of 3 riders so that everyone riding whether they came alone or with friends has at least 2 other competitors cheering for them.
AEE high score awards
Our high score award recognizes the efforts of AEE alumni competition throughout the year. Points from riders top 7 shows are combined and awards are provided to the top 6 alumni entered at ATOC.
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I had such a blast at my first ATOC. The environment was both peaceful and competitive at the USET foundation. All of the riders were so friendly and supportive. I met my team members on Saturday morning and really enjoyed cheering them on all weekend. The event is a great representation of what it means to have ridden in the IHSA in college. I will certainly make the 11 hour journey again next year! Big thank you to everyone who makes this event possible- organizers, horse providers, sponsors, etc. It is truly one of a kind!”
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Kathryn Kraft, Saint Mary of the Woods College
Get Involved
Our annual horse show occurs each May or June. We begin planning in September of each year and soliciting for sponsors. The prizelist is generally published in February and entries open March 1st and close in two weeks before the show date. If you have questions about any of our programs, please contact us.
AEE is always looking for alumni looking to get involved to help plan additional horse shows across the country.
Join Us for our exhibitor parties
The night before ATOC is always a party! Please join us for complimentary food, beverages and awards. High Score awards are presented at the exhibitor party. Thank you to the IHSAA for sponsoring!
Volunteer opportunities
We are always looking for help in planning the show or the day of! If you would like to be involved to help gather sponsors, develop social media or pitch in an extra hand for set up or awards, let us know!
Make a Donation
As a 501(c)(3) organization, we are incredibly honored to have the sponsors and incredible prizes for our riders. If you're interested in donating , we would be extremely grateful.
