MANHATTAN, Kan. - Director of athletics Tim Weiser announced today that Lindsay Breidenthal will resign as Kansas State's head equestrian coach at the end of the 2004 season to pursue an opportunity in private business.

Breidenthal is in her third year at Kansas State and has directed the equestrian program since taking over for the team's inaugural coach, Teresa Slough, in May of 2001.

"I have thoroughly enjoyed my three years at K-State and am thankful for the opportunity I was given by the athletic department to lead the equestrian program," said Breidenthal. "I have been privileged to work with quality student-athletes, assistant coaches, administrators and supporters during my tenure and extend my sincere appreciation to all of those who helped grow and contribute to the success of the program."

Breidenthal, a native of Bonner Springs, Kan., and a 2000 graduate of Colorado State, opened her career with a bang, coaching K-State's first individual national champion, Brandi Vogel in advanced horsemanship, during her first year at the helm of the program.

During the 2002-03 campaign, Breidenthal directed K-State to its best western finish ever as Kristin Tanney, who placed first in team advanced horsemanship, paced the Wildcats to a fifth-place finish at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association national competition. Breidenthal also produced her second individual national champion during 2002-03 as Elaine Cobb captured the IHSA intermediate horsemanship title.

Weiser said he appreciated Breidenthal's dedication to building the program into a nationally competitive varsity squad. He also indicated a national search to fill the position would begin immediately.

"Lindsay has done a wonderful job in laying a solid foundation for our equestrian program during her tenure at Kansas State," said Weiser. "We wish her only the best of luck as she ventures into the world of private business."