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Update from Coach Shannon

Hi Reader,

How is it nearly February already? The year kicked off with a bang, and we’re already rolling! January brought a versatility practice weekend at my training center in Fredericksburg, a Flag Mastery Series Clinic, and our 13th RideLife TrailBlazer Talk webinar, featuring Barbra Schulte and Dr. Stephanie Burns discussing “Thinking Differently About Aging.” Plus, Dr. Burns and Barb are doing a fantastic course called Ageless Grit that I'm loving! Check it Out!

I'm also excited to report this year’s Competitive ShowTeam roster is almost complete and they are getting ready to take on the 2025 show season. I’m very excited for this group of riders and can’t wait to see what they accomplish! They had an amazing 2024.

🤠 Big News for 2025 🐴

I’m making a bold shift in 2025 in how I help riders find their perfect Versatility Ranch/Stock horse—one that breaks away from the traditional, commission-based model. While that approach works for many buyer representatives, it doesn’t align with my philosophy about finding the right horse for someone.

This approach allows me to better customize the horse search—no small task these days—to your specific interests, wants, and aspirations. By building a professional relationship, I can truly understand what matters most to you, represent your interests, and guide you through every step of the process with unbiased advice, free from the influence of tempting commission payments.

Bottom line? Prospective buyers pay for my expertise, advice, horse-trying, and research—without the worry that my recommendation is influenced by the horse’s price.

I’m excited to work with riders who appreciate this approach. For me, it provides clear direction and the satisfaction of representing riders transparently and authentically.

➡️ Learn more about my Find Your Show Horse Services here

Let’s keep this momentum going!

Cheers,
Coach Shannon Pigott

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