I like the saying: Luck is where preparation meets opportunity.
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Well, that kid isn’t getting a sponsor to buy a million dollar horse and send him/her to the Olympics, but sponsorship can start smaller. She or he might get a second level horse to ride while the owner is out for the season with a medical issue. And be able to get scores toward a bronze medal. If the rider takes full advantage of each opportunity and shows appreciation, the size of the opportunities can grow over time, and maybe in 10 years someone will offer them the ride on a small tour CDI horse. Who might be a good Grand Prix horse in 2-3 more years with the right coaching. A huge long shot, but it can happen.
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