September 21st To Be Declared "Sydney Conley Elliott Day" Across Northwest Louisiana
Benton, LA – The public is invited to attend the induction of international equestrian and Benton, Louisiana native, Sydney Conley Elliott, into the Northwest Louisiana Hall of Fame on September 21, 2024. During the induction ceremony, local officials will also present a proclamation declaring the day as "Sydney Conley Elliott Day" in recognition of her remarkable achievements in the sport of eventing, including representing Louisiana at the 2024 Paris Olympics, and her contributions to both local and international equestrian communities.
The proclamation, which will be read and presented during the ceremony, was issued by Mayors Shelly Horton of the Town of Benton, Tommy Chandler of Bossier City, and Tom Arceneaux of Shreveport. Sydney's accomplishments have brought immense pride to her hometown and the entire region, showcasing her excellence on the world stage.
"Sydney Conley Elliott Day" honors Elliott's lifelong dedication to equestrian sports. A trailblazer in eventing, which combines dressage, cross-country, and show jumping, she was the highest-scoring member of the U.S. Eventing Team at the 2023 Pan American Games, securing a silver medal. Despite her international success, Elliott remains connected to Benton, where she ran a horse training school for years, mentoring young riders. Since debuting at the CCI5*-L level in 2016, she has achieved top-ten finishes in elite events like the Carolina International and Fair Hill International and represented the U.S. in FEI Nations Cup competitions.
John Leiberman, president of the Northwest Louisiana Hall of Fame, will lead the induction ceremony. This honor not only recognizes Sydney’s outstanding athletic accomplishments but also her commitment to giving back to the community.
“I am deeply honored to be recognized in this way by the community that has supported me throughout my career. Benton and Northwest Louisiana have always been my home, and I am proud to represent this region on the world stage.”
Local residents and equestrian enthusiasts are invited to join in celebrating Sydney Conley Elliott Day and her induction into the Northwest Louisiana Hall of Fame. The proclamation and induction highlight the extraordinary talent that comes from this region, with Elliott’s success continuing to inspire current and future generations.
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About Sydney Conley Elliott:
Sydney Conley Elliott is an internationally recognized eventing athlete. She has represented the United States in major competitions, including the Pan American Games and the FEI Nations Cup, and has been a top performer at the Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event. A lifelong resident of Benton, Louisiana, Elliott continues to operate her horse training and eventing school, where she trains riders and horses to compete at the highest levels of the sport.
