USCA freshman rider Lucy Cubbage advances to Zones after taking home regionals win

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 • By Angela Saxon
Cubbage stands proud after receiving first place in the Limit Fences category during the regional competition at Lander University.
Cubbage stands proud after receiving first place in the Limit Fences category during the regional competition at Lander University.

USCA freshman Lucy Cubbage will advance to the next level of competition after earning first place at the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association (IHSA) Regional Competition held at Lander University on March 7.

“I went into regionals knowing that I had a chance to win, but I was really surprised when I ended up taking home first place,” Cubbage said.

Competing in the Limit Fences category, Cubbage rode against competitors from several Division I institutions, including Coastal Carolina, College of Charleston, Converse, Georgia Southern, Lander, South Carolina, Wesleyan and Wofford.

With her regional victory, Cubbage becomes the only freshman rider from USCA to advance to the IHSA Zone competition. The event will take place on March 28 at the Savannah College of Art and Design’s 180-acre equestrian center.

Kate Bailey, head coach of the USCA Hunt Seat team, said she looks forward to seeing Cubbage continue competing at the next level.

“I’m excited for her,” Bailey said. “She’s worked hard this season, and I believe she has a strong chance heading into Zones.”

Cubbage’s advancement reflects the continued growth of the USCA equestrian program and highlights the talent of student-athletes competing at the collegiate level.

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