Getting to Know UGA Equestrian's Emma Lipman
January 08, 2010 | Equestrian
In the competition ring, few riders mean as much to Georgia Equestrian as sophomore Emma Lipman. Away from the sport, however, the Bedford, N.Y., native may be just as vital to the Bulldogs.
Lipman competes for Georgia in both Hunt Seat events and, through the fall portion of the 2009-10 schedule, she has compiled an 11-3 overall record, 6-1 over Fences and 5-2 on the Flat. She has a pair of MVP rides to her credit as well.
Lipman's performances thus far is merely a continuation of her outstanding freshman-year efforts. At the Varsity National championships, she had a 5-0-1 record in team competition that included a critical Fences point in the semifinal meet against South Carolina.
The sophomore also serves the Bulldog program as one of its top philanthropists. Georgia riders are already leaders among all UGA student-athletes in community service, and Lipman is front and center in their activities.
The following Q&A with Lipman is the fourth in a season-long series of features on prominent UGA Equestrian riders.
Q: What is the earliest sports memory you have?
A: Winning my first blue Ribbon in the pleasure class at Old Salem Farm at age 6.
Q: Do you have a favorite food?
A: I think my favorite foods are mashed potatoes and zucchini and broccoli but it’s hard to tell.
Q: Name one thing that people would be surprised to learn about you.
A: I don't eat meat.
Q: Do you have any pets?
A: Lots! Eli is my French Bulldog and he lives with me at UGA. I have two dogs at home named Fletcher and Oliver and three horses: Onyx, Percy and Justin.
Q: Who was your favorite subject in high school?
A: Spanish.
Q: What would be your dream job?
A: Working with Monkeys.
Q: What celebrity would you most like to meet?
A: Zac Efron.
Q: What is your favorite TV show?
A: Grey’s Anatomy.
Q: What is your greatest non-athletic accomplishment?
A: Being named an Academic All-American.
Q: What is your favorite book?
A: Catcher in the Rye.
Q: Can you speak a little about your role on the team's Philanthropy Council?
A: I really do enjoy setting everything up though because it is great to feel like we are helping and are a part of something important. I am responsible for making sure everyone's hours are recorded and that we have sufficient activities to achieve our goals. I think as a student- athlete, it is important to be part of the community and give back to all those who support us at UGA. I think it is great for our image and it makes people want to support our team.
Lipman competes for Georgia in both Hunt Seat events and, through the fall portion of the 2009-10 schedule, she has compiled an 11-3 overall record, 6-1 over Fences and 5-2 on the Flat. She has a pair of MVP rides to her credit as well.
Lipman's performances thus far is merely a continuation of her outstanding freshman-year efforts. At the Varsity National championships, she had a 5-0-1 record in team competition that included a critical Fences point in the semifinal meet against South Carolina.
The sophomore also serves the Bulldog program as one of its top philanthropists. Georgia riders are already leaders among all UGA student-athletes in community service, and Lipman is front and center in their activities.
The following Q&A with Lipman is the fourth in a season-long series of features on prominent UGA Equestrian riders.
Q: What is the earliest sports memory you have?
A: Winning my first blue Ribbon in the pleasure class at Old Salem Farm at age 6.
Q: Do you have a favorite food?
A: I think my favorite foods are mashed potatoes and zucchini and broccoli but it’s hard to tell.
Q: Name one thing that people would be surprised to learn about you.
A: I don't eat meat.
Q: Do you have any pets?
A: Lots! Eli is my French Bulldog and he lives with me at UGA. I have two dogs at home named Fletcher and Oliver and three horses: Onyx, Percy and Justin.
Q: Who was your favorite subject in high school?
A: Spanish.
Q: What would be your dream job?
A: Working with Monkeys.
Q: What celebrity would you most like to meet?
A: Zac Efron.
Q: What is your favorite TV show?
A: Grey’s Anatomy.
Q: What is your greatest non-athletic accomplishment?
A: Being named an Academic All-American.
Q: What is your favorite book?
A: Catcher in the Rye.
Q: Can you speak a little about your role on the team's Philanthropy Council?
A: I really do enjoy setting everything up though because it is great to feel like we are helping and are a part of something important. I am responsible for making sure everyone's hours are recorded and that we have sufficient activities to achieve our goals. I think as a student- athlete, it is important to be part of the community and give back to all those who support us at UGA. I think it is great for our image and it makes people want to support our team.
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