Reining is more than a sport to me -- it’s a way of thinking. It holds the ideals and philosophy I believe in. It’s more than the sum of its parts -- it’s more than the maneuvers themselves; The maneuvers themselves only become meaningful when ability, attitude, and understanding are aligned.

At its core, my approach is about clarity. Precision, trust, balance, and timing -- but also awareness, adaptability, and restraint. Every maneuver reflects the conversations that came before it and the horse’s state of mind in that moment.
 

Competition keeps me sharp. It forces honesty, questions assumptions, and rewards consistency over wishful thinking. Repetition builds confidence and stability, but real improvement comes from reflection, realism, and a willingness to adjust the program when needed. When the structure is clear and consistent, horses become more confident, more willing, and more reliable partners.

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That mindset doesn’t stay in the arena. The trust, focus, and accountability I practice work the same principles I bring into everything else I do -- I show up with clarity, commit with purpose, and keep learning, even when the ground shifts beneath me.