NCEA Announces Week 6 Coaches Poll

Oct. 27, 2026 – The National Collegiate Equestrian Association announces its Coaches Poll following the sixth week of competition.

Auburn retains the No. 1 position in the Dual Discipline rankings, while Dartmouth continues to lead the Single Discipline poll.

Dual Discipline

In Dual Discipline, South Carolina climbs one spot to No. 2, followed by Texas A&M, which rises to No. 3. Georgia moves to No. 4, while SMU and TCU hold at Nos. 5 and 6, respectively. Oklahoma State advances one position to No. 7, with Fresno State at No. 8. Baylor and South Dakota State round out the poll at Nos. 9 and 10.

1. Auburn
2. South Carolina
3. Texas A&M
4. Georgia
5. SMU
6. TCU
7. Oklahoma State
8. Fresno State
9. Baylor
10. South Dakota State

Single Discipline

The top four teams remain unchanged in Single Discipline, with Lynchburg, College of Charleston, and Sewanee following Dartmouth. Centenary moves up one spot to No. 5, while Sacred Heart moves to No. 6. Sweet Briar and Hollins remain at Nos. 7 and 8, respectively.

1.     Dartmouth

2. Lynchburg
3. College of Charleston
4. Sewanee
5. Centenary
6. Sacred Heart
7. Sweet Briar
8. Hollins

About the National Collegiate Equestrian Association

The National Collegiate Equestrian Association (NCEA) is a nonprofit governing body advancing collegiate equestrian competition nationwide. Recognized by the NCAA as an emerging sport for women at the Division I and II levels, the NCEA administers competition rules, championship formats, and national rankings while ensuring the sport operates in alignment with all NCAA policies and procedures.

NCEA competition features a unique head-to-head format across Jumping Seat (Fences and Flat) and Western (Horsemanship and Reining), where riders compete on the same randomly assigned horse, emphasizing skill, adaptability, and horsemanship. Through championship competition and national visibility, the NCEA champions opportunity, competitive excellence, and the continued growth of women’s collegiate athletics.

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