Patrick Hopgood grew up on a 2000 acre cattle property in Australia where horses are not just a hobby, but a way of life. They are used in everyday tasks from rounding up cattle to checking fences where cars can not go. He started riding before he could walk and has not looked back. After 20 years of competing in a variety of horse sports he decided to try his hand at reining and headed to America to learn from some of the best trainers in the world. He was lucky enough to spend a few years in America working for, Ron Ralls, Philip Ralls, Monty Roberts and Glen Aspinal. He also had the pleasure to ride with Bob Avila, Corey Cushing and Robbie Schroeder. Due to America’s financial crises the visa’s were tough to get so Patrick moved to England with his British fiancé Nikki and is enjoying working here with us at Sovereign Quarter Horses sharing his experience and knowledge.