Troy Heikes– NRHA Professional Trainer/Coach - Troy's journey of becoming a well respected horse trainer and proud owner of the 4M AQHA Stallion "Jacs Electric Spark" is quite complex. His openness and discovery regarding his own personal challenges which included a rather abnormal introduction to becoming a trainer, to battles with mental health, and lack of confidence became a roadway to many successes. Troy's first hand experiences are brutally honest with the intention of helping others to find their way through treatment to living a happy and full life. Accomplishments include being an Open Finalist of NRHA Futurity, Derby, NRBC, AQHA and Congress Futurity as well as an APHA World Championship title.

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Along For The Ride With Andrea Fappani are conversations  in excellence. Andrea Fappani - National Reining Horse Association “NRHA” 5.7 Million Dollar Rider was born and raised in Italy and followed his dream of moving to the USA and becoming one of the all-time leading trainers in the Performance Horse industry. His focus, drive and passion for excellence not only made him the youngest NRHA million Dollar Rider, along the way he has been recognized for his ability to teach and advocate exceptional horsemanship. Andrea has understood from a young age the excellence comes from hard work, focus and a plan that leads you to your ultimate goal. In the journey of becoming one of the NRHA’s leading trainers Andrea recognizes  the importance of teamwork, mentors and a strong support program. This podcast is an opportunity for Andrea to share conversation with those mentors, competitors, breeders, owners, farrier, veterinarians, judges, trainers, non-pro’s, and people that have provided the support to the Fappani Performance Horse program over the years. Mostly Andrea is interested in listening and learning how others approach excellence and mastery in whatever that interest, business or passion is, so join us in “Along For The Ride with Andrea Fappani”

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Big Money Horse Shows! Nick Dowers and Andrea discuss the changes in the horse show industry with high dollar purses and additional show dates. An open discussion on the possible changes required to pursue the Big Money Shows, training, care, strategies, logistics and communication with the owners. Andrea and Nick review Andrea’s first trip to the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity including training ideas and how Cow Horse and Reiners differ as athletes.  100X Shows sponsored the podcast, Andrea Stillo came on to explain their 2024 events.

Big Money Horse Shows! Nick Dowers and Andrea discuss the changes in the horse show industry.

Ty Murray - Nine-time World Champion professional rodeo cowboy. He was one of the top rodeo contestants in the world from the late 1980s to early 2000s. He is an inductee of the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in the all-around category. He is one of the co-founders and a board adviser of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR). From 2005 to 2020, he was also a regular color commentator for several televised PBR events.

Ty Murray - Nine-time World Champion professional rodeo cowboy talks Horsemanship and the need to respect the horse.

Sarah Dawson NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, 2022 Leading NRCHA professional with $376,819. 2020 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Champion. Sarah’s husband Chris is also a NRCHA Million Dollar Rider making Dawson Performance Horses a real powerhouse in the cow horse industry. Sarah is the daughter of Richard & Cheryl Winters, Richard is a well known clinician and horseman.   

Sarah Dawson NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, 2022 Leading NRCHA professional

Anna Buffini: FEI Grand Prix Dressage Rider/Trainer. A rising star in USA Dressage, earned several top results early in the 2021 season with her Hanoverian mare, FRH Davinia La Douce, placing third in the FEI Grand Prix and FEI Grand Prix Special CDI3* at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival and third in the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle. Andrea and Anna discuss the similarities and differences between Reining & Dressage. A great conversation about horsemanship and the love of horse.

Anna Buffini: FEI Grand Prix Dressage Rider/Trainer. A rising star in USA Dressage

Wes Ashlock from Abilene, TX. NCHA 2YO trainer with numerous NCHA Western Bloodstock high selling 2 year old prospects. 2022 High seller Hot Twice selling for a record $1,500,000.00 Wes has a NCHA LTE in excess of $500,000. His wife Lindy is also a very talented Non Pro with 2 Futurity finalist in 2023 and over $2M LTE with NCHA 

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