The Intercollegiate Horse Show Association or IHSA is an equestrian organization established in 1967 by Bob Cacchione when he was a sophomore at Fairleigh Dickinson University in New Jersey. It was begun to promote the ability of any college student to participate in horse shows as individuals or in teams regardless of the rider's beginning skill level, financial status, or past riding experience. The association also emphasizes education, sportsmanship, enthusiasm, and team spirit through intercollegiate equine competition. The IHSA has 31 Regions in 8 Zones with more than 370 college teams in 45 states and Canada. There are more than 8300 active competition riders. Both men and women are eligible to compete.
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