Since 4, she’s trained 3–4 hrs daily with 1100 lb partners—every ride, fall & triumph shaping her Olympic dreams & champion’s heart.
Thank you for generously supporting Layla in this year’s competition. Your support helps empower the V Foundation for Cancer Research and the Why Not You Foundation in their respective missions to save lives and empower today's youth to become tomorrow's leaders.
How every ride is different. You have to adjust your skills to connect with a 1,100lb teammate. It takes trust, quick thinking, and constant learning. Every decision affects not just me, but my horse. I love the bond we build and how much I grow through every ride, challenge, and success we share.
Boyd Martin inspires me. He’s worked hard to become an Olympian and handles challenges with grit and grace. Even when he’s tired, he treats his horses and fans with respect. His dedication, resilience, and kindness remind me what kind of athlete I want to be.
Learning a new horse takes time, and their journey started with setbacks. She spent 8 months rehabbing him after an injury, but through that, they grew stronger. They built trust and came back better than ever. That time taught patience, grit, and what partnership really means.
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