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Paving The Way: Patricia Cooksey talks trailblazing career | The Boundless Podcast - Ferrin Peterson
From breaking barriers as the first female jockey to ride in the Preakness to becoming a respected figure in horse racing, Patricia Cooksey’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. 🏇✨ In this episode, professional jockey Ferrin Peterson sits down with Cooksey to discuss her biggest challenges, Kentucky Derby experience, and the mindset that set her apart on the track. Now in a leadership role at the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission , she shares wisdom for the next generation and reflects on the greatest gifts racing has given her.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, passion, and the boundless possibilities in the sport we love! 🎧
This is a must-watch episode for horse racing fans and sports enthusiasts alike! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews. 📌 Follow Ferrin Peterson for more updates: [www.instagram.com/ferrin_peterson] 🎥 Subscribe for exclusive interviews & racing content: [www.youtube.com/@ferrinpetersonKY]
Ferrinpeterson.com
#BoundlessPodcast #PatriciaCooksey #WomenInRacing #JockeyLife #BreakingBarriers
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:36 What drew you to horse racing?
01:45 Early Career Challenges
03:10 Riding under a more masculine name
05:37 Still not many female riders today
06:51 Taken off horses because of gender
07:30 Strength vs Finesses
08:19 Wellness and Fitness
11:39 Jockey colony in her prime
12:10 Female jockey quarters
14:26 Pat Day
15:36 Riding style
16:25 Becoming one with a horse
16:59 Learning different horses
18:00 She’d ride anything
18:44 Horses you dont get along with
19:45 Career sacrifices
20:41 Pre-race routine
22:07 Protected during fall
23:35 Venezia Award
25:10 Taking care of the grooms and trainers
26:34 Hollywood Prevue Chris McCaron
22:59 2nd female in Kentucky Debry
28:19 Don Brumfield - The Wall
30:40 Advice for people starting their career
31:38 Kentucky horse racing commission
33:47 Whip rules, helmets and vests
36:07 what has horse racing taught you about yourself
37:15 Horse provide opportunity
38:03 Joy in life
39:08 Horse racing industry in Kentucky
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By Dr. Ferrin PetersonFrom breaking barriers as the first female jockey to ride in the Preakness to becoming a respected figure in horse racing, Patricia Cooksey’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. 🏇✨ In this episode, professional jockey Ferrin Peterson sits down with Cooksey to discuss her biggest challenges, Kentucky Derby experience, and the mindset that set her apart on the track. Now in a leadership role at the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission , she shares wisdom for the next generation and reflects on the greatest gifts racing has given her.
Tune in for an inspiring conversation about resilience, passion, and the boundless possibilities in the sport we love! 🎧
This is a must-watch episode for horse racing fans and sports enthusiasts alike! Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more inspiring interviews. 📌 Follow Ferrin Peterson for more updates: [www.instagram.com/ferrin_peterson] 🎥 Subscribe for exclusive interviews & racing content: [www.youtube.com/@ferrinpetersonKY]
Ferrinpeterson.com
#BoundlessPodcast #PatriciaCooksey #WomenInRacing #JockeyLife #BreakingBarriers
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:36 What drew you to horse racing?
01:45 Early Career Challenges
03:10 Riding under a more masculine name
05:37 Still not many female riders today
06:51 Taken off horses because of gender
07:30 Strength vs Finesses
08:19 Wellness and Fitness
11:39 Jockey colony in her prime
12:10 Female jockey quarters
14:26 Pat Day
15:36 Riding style
16:25 Becoming one with a horse
16:59 Learning different horses
18:00 She’d ride anything
18:44 Horses you dont get along with
19:45 Career sacrifices
20:41 Pre-race routine
22:07 Protected during fall
23:35 Venezia Award
25:10 Taking care of the grooms and trainers
26:34 Hollywood Prevue Chris McCaron
22:59 2nd female in Kentucky Debry
28:19 Don Brumfield - The Wall
30:40 Advice for people starting their career
31:38 Kentucky horse racing commission
33:47 Whip rules, helmets and vests
36:07 what has horse racing taught you about yourself
37:15 Horse provide opportunity
38:03 Joy in life
39:08 Horse racing industry in Kentucky