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Dear IHSA riders, coaches, parents, sponsors, supporters and friends,

Congratulations and welcome to the 2022 IHSA National Championship Horse Show at the Pennsylvania Farm Show Complex and Expo Center!

In "normal" years, it takes talent and success for riders to qualify to compete at Nationals. These past two years have tested our resolve and resilience. I am proud of how the entire organization faced the challenges of COVID-19. We are back and we are strong. IHSA coaches and riders have remained steadfast in their commitment to their programs and their horses. Some teams had short breaks and others had longer intervals without the opportunity to compete. That commitment has brought us to this National Championship and you should be proud of your accomplishments.

Over these past two years, the board of directors answered my call and worked tirelessly to guide the organization and reignite the IHSA. We have, however, lost beloved members of the organization. Please see our /4 �/Wta page in this program as we honor people who have made an enormous impact on the IHSA and collegiate riding.

We live by our mission to provide access to equestrian competition for all college and university students regardless of riding level, gender, race, sexual orientation or financial status. As we are dedicated to promoting sportsmanship, horsemanship and academic excellence, we are proud to support the creation of the IHSA Diversity Equity and Inclusion committee.

Thank you to all our horse providers for sharing their talented mounts for this important event. The IHSA wouldn't exist without our love for the horse and the joy of equestrian competition. They are vital to our sport!

Many thanks to our sponsors for their continued commitment to the IHSA despite their challenges with COVID-19 and supply chain issues. Our prizes this year are particularly precious and we are grateful for their support of the IHSA and the National Championship Horse Show.

Enjoy this wonderful time together. Best of luck to all!

Sincerely,

PETER CASHMAN IHSA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR