Mercer Island High School freshman Harper Hood placed first at the recent Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA) Zone 9 Hunt Seat competition in Lynden. With the win, she advances to the national finals at the Tryon International Equestrian Center in Tryon, North Carolina, from April 26-30. At the unique IEA showings at the local, regional, zone and national levels, riders draw their horses instead of bringing their own. Photo courtesy of the Mercer Island School District
Hood triumphs at state equestrian competition
