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Auburn Equestrian Dominates SEC Postseason Awards, Secures Multiple Rider of the Year Honors

No. 1 Tigers rack up nine individual honors and 14 All-SEC selections as head coach Jessica Braswell earns Coach of the Year ahead of national championship push


The Southeastern Conference postseason awards announcement delivered a clear message to the rest of collegiate equestrian: Auburn Tigers equestrian are not just the No. 1 team in the nation—they’re the standard.

Auburn’s dominance was on full display as the program secured four Rider of the Year honors and placed nine student-athletes among the SEC’s top performers, combining for an impressive 14 All-SEC and All-Freshman selections. It marks one of the most decorated single-season performances in conference history and reinforces Auburn’s positioning as the team to beat heading into the national championship.

Head coach Jessica Braswell, who continues to elevate the program in just her third season, was named SEC Coach of the Year for the second time. Under her leadership, Auburn has surged to a 9-3 record and enters postseason competition as the No. 1 seed.

“We’ve had some outstanding individual seasons that have contributed to our overall success,” Braswell said, reflecting on a campaign defined by depth, consistency, and elite-level execution.

Freshman Phenomenon Leads the Charge

Freshman standout Caroline Olsen emerged as one of the biggest stars in the SEC, capturing Co-Fences Rider of the Year while also sweeping Freshman Rider of the Year honors in both Fences and Flat.

Olsen’s numbers tell the story of her dominance:

  • Fences: 10-1-1 overall record, 82.3 average
  • Flat: 9-3-0 record, 82.7 average
  • Career-high score of 94 and multiple Most Outstanding Performer (MOP) honors

Her selection also extends Auburn’s remarkable streak to eight consecutive SEC Fences Rider of the Year winners—a testament to the program’s sustained excellence.

Veteran Leadership and Elite Consistency

Junior Avery Glynn added to Auburn’s trophy haul by earning SEC Flat Rider of the Year after posting a 10-2-0 record. Glynn’s consistency—highlighted by five MOPs and an 83 average—made her one of the most reliable competitors in the conference.

She also earned All-SEC honors in both Flat and Fences, showcasing her versatility and value to Auburn’s lineup.

Elsewhere, sophomore Ariana Marnell broke through with her first postseason recognition, while senior Alexia Tordoff capped her career with All-SEC honors in both Horsemanship and Reining for the second consecutive season.

Tordoff’s impact extended beyond the stat sheet, delivering clutch performances and multiple MOPs while serving as a veteran anchor for the Tigers.

Depth Defines Auburn’s Championship Blueprint

Auburn’s depth was perhaps its most impressive asset. Riders like Caroline Fredenburg, Brooke Jolstad, and Caroline Buchanan all earned All-SEC honors, while freshmen Emily Jurnovoy and Sofia Tieche added to the program’s future with All-Freshman selections.

From top to bottom, Auburn’s roster has delivered—combining elite scoring, road success, and consistency against SEC opponents.

Championship Outlook

With momentum firmly on their side, the Tigers now turn their attention to the national championship, where they’ll look to translate individual dominance into team glory. If the SEC awards are any indication, Auburn enters the postseason not just as a contender—but as the favorite.


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-- By James W. Thomas

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