Faces of Pin Oak: Matt Cyphert
BY JESS CLAWSON
Matt Cyphert didn’t grow up in a horse family. His family didn’t push him into riding. He hasn’t been riding since he was a toddler. But he found his gift.
Matt’s aunt owned...
Faces of Pin Oak: Patty Roberts
Patty Roberts started life as many young girls do: wanting a pony. And like many girls who want a pony, her parents knew nothing about horses. They had a friend whose daughter rode and...
Faces of Pin Oak: Daniel Bedoya
BY JESS CLAWSON
Daniel Bedoya was taught to respect and value horses from the start. Growing up in La Paz, Bolivia, his father, Daniel Bedoya Sr., won seven national jumper championships in Bolivia. But even...
Faces of Pin Oak: Natalee Newton Haggan
BY JESS CLAWSON
Natalee Haggan’s parents promised her a horse of her own when she was eight years old, provided she stuck with the riding lessons she begged for. She showed her dedication early, always...
Faces of Pin Oak: Briley Koerner
BY JESS CLAWSON
Briley Koerner believes in the importance of connection—both with horses and people. She started riding at six years old, and still thinks of her first trainer, Kim Cox of Tally Ho Farm,...
Faces of Pin Oak: Frankie Owens
BY JESS CLAWSON
Frankie Owens was almost born in the saddle. His parents, Candie and Frank, were established professionals in the industry by the time he and his sister, Whitney, were born. Frankie was legged...
