84 SIDELINES NOVEMBER 2012
FOR HORSE PEOPLE • ABOUT HORSE PEOPLE
By Dani Moritz
Jamie Price grew up horsing around full time. As a young rider,
she rode anything and everything she could get her hands on -
school horses, OTTBs, backyard unbroken horses. You name it.
She rode it. She joined Pony Club and began quickly climbing
through the levels. Now, based out of Barrington, Illinois, she
continues her education with top professionals in each discipline
and events at the Intermediate level. She is the proud owner of
Team Price Eventing and looks forward to a long, successful
eventing career full of riding and competing, as well as training
horses and riders to achieve their fullest potential. Here’s what
this rising star had to say about her career.
What’s your favorite: dressage, cross country or
stadium?
Can I pick all three? Truly, I absolutely love them all - that’s
what makes me an eventer. The partnership that is required
on the cross-country course, the elegance of dressage and the
combination of the two in show jumping makes me a real fan of
all three phases. Although, lately I am a bit more partial to show
jumping now that I know what a 5’3” fence feels like!
How did being a member of Pony Club infuence your
career?
Pony Club taught me responsibility and self discipline. In an
ordinary boarding barn I never would have learned the value
of real horsemanship. I wouldn’t have learned how to perfect a
standing wrap or all the other little things I now take for granted.
Pony Club produces true horseman, the kind of people you want
looking out for your horses’ welfare. And that’s who I am - and who
I help all my students become.
What’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever given one
of your students?
It’s just a horse show and there will always be another one so
don’t give up and don’t get down.
What’s your greatest equestrian achievement?
Not that I’m a stranger to blue ribbons; but my greatest
achievement isn’t the result of one ride or event. It’s a result of
years and years spent in the saddle. This year, Peter Gray told
me that Lucinda Green had only recommended two riders to him
that he should snatch up before someone else did. John Holling
was the frst. I was the second. As he watched me ride this year,
he said he agreed and he would be lucky to have someone like
me be a part of his team. These words from two of my idols push
me every day to be the best rider I can be and remind me that I’m
headed in the right direction.
What’s your greatest goal in life?
Of course, I dream about being at the Rolex in 2014, WEG and
even Rio for the next Olympics; but I think my greatest goal is to
become successful in my sport and be known for producing safe,
happy horses with exceptional training and confdence.
What are your hobbies outside of the barn?
Wait a minute. Is there a life outside of the barn? All kidding
aside, I’m game for any outdoor activity. I have also recently taken
up boxing and I have to say that it’s the best full body workout
ever - not to mention a great outlet for frustrations. Those poor
punching bags!
Who is your idol?
JJ Tate has been a huge infuence in my life. I really look up
to her as a true horseman, fantastic trainer and a friend with a lot
of life experience. She always helps me see the positive side of
things even when life may be bleak. I met her about seven or eight
years ago and she continually improves not only my riding; but
also my drive to be the best and to produce the best horses I can.
We know about Team Price Eventing and Pony Club,
anywhere else we can expect to see your name?
Recently, I became a rep for Nathalie Equestrian Breeches and
I just joined RateMyRiding.com as a coach as well. I am especially
excited to be a part of Rate My Riding, which allows riders across
the country to receive critiques and helpful training based on
photos and videos sent in. I am really looking forward to helping
people of all ages and disciplines in such an innovative way.
About the writer: Dani Moritz is a senior at WilliamWoods University
and is a writer/producer and creative director for RateMyRiding.
com. She is also the 2012 American Horse Publications Student
Award Winner.
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Kate Ahern snaps a photo of her sister, Ally Ahern, in the warm-
up ring as Jamie plays Ally’s warm up song, “I’m Too Sexy,” to
pump her up.
Photo by Kate Ahern
Jamie and Maximus compete in the Intermediate Division at The
Fork Horse Trials in Norwood, North Carolina.
Photo by Shannon Brinkman