The National Collegiate Equestrian Association has named Dartmouth’s Candy the October Horse of the Month.

Candy earned Most Outstanding Player honors in both fences and flat at Dartmouth’s Oct. 10 meet, posting the highest score of the day in each event. On Oct. 25, Candy scored 90 on the flat and 86 over fences. Across eight rides for Dartmouth’s home and away teams in October, Candy averaged 81.6.

Horses are at the heart of collegiate equestrian. Their partnership with student-athletes makes each ride possible, while their training and care rely on the commitment of teams and communities. Recognizing Candy also shines a light on the equine athletes whose contributions are essential to the sport.

Dartmouth described Candy as a staple of its program in both events, noting the horse’s rideability on the flat and fun jump over fences.

NCEA congratulates Candy and the Dartmouth equestrian program on the recognition.

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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