20 Questions with Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen

In this engaging conversation, Grand Prix equestrian rider Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen answers 20 questions about her life as a rider. She talks about her favorite music to ride to, and her favorite horse show venue. She also shares tips on handling horse show nerves and discusses the importance of alternative therapy in caring for her horses. Kelli speaks about her favorite horse riding gear and schooling exercises she uses to improve her horse riding.

Kelli Cruciotti-Vanderveen – Grand Prix Horse Rider Kelli Cruciotti-Vanderveen is an emerging talent in equestrian show jumping. At just 24 years old, she has quickly become one of the youngest Grand Prix riders to secure numerous prestigious victories in American show jumping. Her impressive achievements include wins at renowned events such as Devon, Harrisburg, the Hamptons, Capital Challenge, and Washington, among others. As a prominent competitor in the Under 25 category, Kelli is poised to challenge the best on the international stage. She is also fortunate to be supported by top-tier sponsors, including her role as an Ariat athlete, reflecting her significant presence and potential in the sport.

Michelle Drum- Farm House Tack

Michelle has been obsessed with horses since childhood. In addition to managing the e-commerce department at Farm House Tack, she is a graduate B with the United States Pony Club and previously worked as an Equine Veterinary Technician. She currently competes in the Amature Owner Hunters with her home-bred warmblood gelding Lego. Her husband David is a DVM with a graduate degree in medical microbiology from the University of Georgia.

This podcast was produced with assistance from Ariat Equestrian

Audio credits Michael Cruciotti

Editing, graphics, and distribution by The Farm House Tack

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