Horse Sport Ireland Podcast
Horse Sport Ireland Podcast
Podcast Description
For professionals in Ireland's equestrian world, immerse yourself in compelling stories from breeders who've transformed bloodlines, trainers who've discovered championship talent, and riders who've overcome incredible odds to stand on podiums.
You also get event previews, post-competition analysis and exclusive interviews with competitors across dressage, showjumping, and other disciplines. Plus, hear firsthand accounts from industry peers who've successfully navigated HSI's grant programs and support systems to elevate their businesses and careers in ways you might not have considered.
The Horse Sport Ireland Podcast delivers essential industry intelligence straight from the source.
Podcast Insights
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The podcast focuses on various equestrian topics including breeding, coaching, event previews, and competition analysis, with episodes such as William Micklem's insights on breeding and coaching, and the experiences of high-performance riders during lockdown.
For professionals in Ireland’s equestrian world, immerse yourself in compelling stories from breeders who’ve transformed bloodlines, trainers who’ve discovered championship talent, and riders who’ve overcome incredible odds to stand on podiums.
You also get event previews, post-competition analysis and exclusive interviews with competitors across dressage, showjumping, and other disciplines. Plus, hear firsthand accounts from industry peers who’ve successfully navigated HSI’s grant programs and support systems to elevate their businesses and careers in ways you might not have considered.
The Horse Sport Ireland Podcast delivers essential industry intelligence straight from the source.
In today’s eventing world, success isn’t limited to those with a horsey background—it’s earned through determination, clear vision, and consistent effort. For riders who start without early access to the sport, the journey can be more challenging, but it proves that with the right mindset and support, anything is possible.
In this episode, we explore how one of Ireland’s top event riders carved out his own path to success, showing that strong values, long-term relationships, and a commitment to growth can build a world-class career from the ground up.
Some brilliant insights you’ll gain from this episode include:
- Developing young horses with patience and purpose
- Building a sustainable equestrian business rooted in strong values
- The lasting importance of traditional Irish breeding
- How formal education can strengthen an equestrian career
- Creating meaningful partnerships with horses and owners
Joining us is Ian Cassells, currently ranked 43rd in the world, who shares his inspiring journey from humble beginnings to becoming one of Ireland’s leading event riders.
GUEST DETAILS
Ian Cassells is a leading Irish event rider who began his equestrian journey from a non-horsey background. He graduated with an Honours degree in Agricultural Science from University College Dublin, where he also captained the equestrian club. Ian has represented Ireland at major competitions, including the FEI Nations Cup and European Championships, earning individual and team medals. In 2024, he was the top rider at the Eventing Ireland Nationals and Home Internationals. Based in Newcastle, Co. Dublin, Ian runs his own yard, focusing on developing young horses and training riders, and is respected for his dedication and strong values in the sport.
https://iancassellseventing.com/about.html
MORE INFORMATION
Check out horsesportireland.ie
QUOTES
Just because you don’t come from a horsey background doesn’t mean it’s not a possibility. – Ian Cassells
With horses, you never know everything, and you’re forever learning. And when you think you know everything, they’ll catch you by surprise and teach you something else. – Ian Cassells
People don’t understand how much goes into the day to day. – Ian Cassells
It’s made me more grateful, and made me work even harder to have that success. – Ian Cassells
If you’re representing your country you take massive honor and pride. – Ian Cassells
KEYWORDS
#Horse #sport #eventing #rider #PonyClub #Badminton #training #competition #breeding
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