LEXINGTON, Ky. – Endicott junior rider Emily Toupin (Oakham, Mass.) earned honorable mention accolades in the novice division out of 16 competitors across the country in her division at the Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association (IHSA) National Championship on Thursday evening.

Toupin is the first rider to compete at nationals since 2019. She accomplished the feat by earning Reserve Champion honors with a second place finish in novice at Zones back in early April.

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"Emily rode confidently and beautifully today, in a group of the top 16 riders from across the country in her division," said Endicott equestrian head coach Megan Martin. "She was strong and made smart choices in her class. I couldn't be prouder that we are representing Endicott at the National Finals, and I look forward to returning in the future years!"

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(Photo Credit - Endicott Equestrian/Anna Berd)