I have had the pleasure of teaching Jessica on a variety of different horses at a wide array of different levels. Her ability to change and adapt to each horse's needs and comfort level is unsurmounted as is her patience aboard their backs. I would trust Jessica to ride and exercise any of my Olympic mounts at Crow's Ear Farm. Her horse management and expertise, on and off the ground are unequaled in the Central Virginia region.
Lainey Ashker
International and 4* eventer
I first met Jess at Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation at James River. I was there to take pictures and videos of their adoptable thoroughbreds. She rode several horses that morning, and each horse was a different age, personality and level of training. I was amazed and impressed by her ability to adapt to each horse and bring out their best. When I adopted my OTTB, Blue, I absolutely wanted Jess to bring him along. My original thought was that he would be a great trail horse that I could take to a local show or two as I had lost my confidence in jumping. Working with Jess over the years has been extraordinary. I have my confidence back! And because of her knowledge, encouragement, positive training, and help to to create realistic goals, I have taken Blue to many "firsts" including cross country schooling which we found that he excels at and out first jumper show. I am so excited for the future and am just in awe by the talent that Jess is bringing out in Blue and I.
Karen Ryan
Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation Adoption Coordinator
I have enjoyed working with Jessica this summer. She has a rare capacity to adapt to different disciplines in the sport. Her enthusiasm and ability are going to lead her to many successes in the horse training business. I'll be happy to continue to advise her any way I can. I've been in this business for 35+ years and I'm delighted to see and foster young talent like hers.
Jeff Bradner
Professional Hunter Trainer/ Rider
I first met Jess about 9 years ago while foxhunting with Deep Run Hunt Club. Her outgoing personality and devotion to her horses and the sport stand out in my mind.
John R. Tabachka
Huntsman, Sewickley Hunt
She takes excellent care of her horses and all those under her care as not just a trainer but also a horseman.
Carmen F. Vaughan, DVM