Tamie became the first American rider in 15 years to win the Kentucky Three-Day Event CCI 5* when she claimed victory aboard Mai Baum in 2023.
Mai Baum, or “Lexus” as he’s known around the barn, started off as Alex Ahearn’s ride when she took a post as one of Tamie’s working students. Alex gave Tamie the ride when she chose to pursue further academic education.
In addition to raising sport horses, Tamie has also raised two children, son Tyler, 21, and daughter Kaylawna, 29. Kaylawna is also a high-level eventing rider with a coaching business and a young daughter of her own.
Tamie moves her horses up the levels at the rate she feels is best by staying true to her morals and trusting her program.
Tamie says that living in Southern California also helps her to not be influenced by others’ timelines.
Tamie says that her formal education has helped her navigate relationships with her horses’ owners and all of the different personalities she meets.