Rooker Training Stable

Chente Sanchez

10 Jan 2025

Chente has been an integral part of RTS for nearly 20 years. His dedication and passion for his work earned him the prestigious AHT Caretaker of the Year award, a testament to his positive attitude, work ethic, and unmatched attention to detail. Chente’s compassion for the horses shines through in everything he does, making him a valued member of our team and a cherished part of the Rooker Family. Chente and his wife Brenda have two beautiful children, Kimberley and Alan.

Neto Sanchez

10 Jan 2025

For nearly 20 years, Neto has played a critical role in developing young horses at RTS. Many of the horses Neto has started have gone on to win National Championships across numerous divisions. In addition to his expertise and horsemanship under saddle, Neto is a skilled farrier who owns and operates N.S. Farrier Services. He provides top-notch blacksmith care to horses both at RTS and in the broader community. Outside of work, Neto cherishes time with his wife, Sara, and his son Tony.

Madison Austin

10 Jan 2025

Madison brings a wealth of experience and versatility to our team, having competed in nearly every division throughout her youth and college career. From Hunt Seat, Western, and Saddle Seat to Reining, Ranch Riding, Jumping, and Equitation, her well-rounded background is a testament to her dedication to the equestrian sport. While her primary focus has been on hunt seat, Madison recently celebrated an exciting milestone with her first National Championship in the Country Pleasure division. Madison graduated from Adrian College where she served as captain of the equestrian team. In addition to being an assistant trainer, she also oversees our lesson program. She excels at coaching and mentoring riders of all ages and skill levels, making her a valuable asset to our team. A true ambassador for the Arabian breed, Madison’s passion and talent inspire those around her. We’re excited to support her as she begins her professional training career with RTS!

Nora Shaffer

10 Jan 2025

Nora has been passionate about Arabian horses since childhood. As a youth rider, she earned countless National Championships in the English, Park, Country, Driving, and Equitation divisions. Now a professional, Nora continues to achieve excellence with numerous National titles, including wins in the AEPA, Junior Horse, and Open divisions. Aside from her successes in the English divisions, she also maintains an impressive string of Hunter Pleasure horses. Known for her ability to prepare horses for youth and amateur riders, Nora has earned a reputation for her skill, dedication, and attention to detail. When she’s not at the barn, Nora enjoys spending time at her family’s cabin, hanging out with friends, and loving on her golden retriever, Ollie.

Profuzion

7 Jan 2025

Profuzion Video

RTS_Stallion_Breeding_Contract.docx

Above The Stars

30 Jan 2022

*Name Pending

*Photo is a reference photo of this horse's full sibling

"Twix" is a going to make a great amateur or youth Half-Arabian Hunter Pleasure mount. She is a full sibling to successful hunter, Talk Dirty To Me (pictured) and possesses many of the same qualities. Straight forward and easy to ride!

Two Point Oh MCR

30 Jan 2022

*Reference photo of full sibling, Coco Mademoiselle

"2.0" is a full sibling to successful Country Pleasure mare, Coco Mademoiselle (pictured). She is a very large purebred with a stretchy neck and round motion. Just getting started under saddle but will be very competitive in the 3-year-old futurity this year.

*Sweepstakes Nominated

Helluva After Party

30 Jan 2022

This coming 3 year old is sired by SF Aftershoc and out of Saddlebred mare, Lela Rose (making her a maternal sibling to mult-National Champion, Helluva Storm LR). She has a flaxen mane, an upright neck, and English Pleasure motion that matches her siblings. Just getting started under saddle but will be a strong contender in the 3-year-old futurity this year.

*Sweepstakes Nominated

Just Like Heaven MCR

30 Jan 2022

"Minne" is the epitome of a Half-Arabian Country Pleasure horse. Her neck is long and upright and her motion is effortless. She is big, beautiful, and has an overall quality that is hard to find. She will be a strong competitor in the 2022 AEPA class as well as the maturity and amateur divisions down the line.

*Sweepstakes Nominated

*Maturity eligible in 2023 and 2024

Helluva Lady

25 Jan 2022

"Lady" is a beautiful Half-Arabian English Pleasure mare. She has great quality of motion and takes a big, square step, and has a show horse attitude -- all things that make up a great English Pleasure horse. Her dark bay coloring and points combined with her perfect white markings are sure to stand out in the ring. She will be a strong contender in the 2022 AEPA Futurity and the maturity in years following.

*Sweepstakes nominated

Tommy James

17 Jan 2021

"Tommy" is a talented, BIG, and beautiful Half-Arabian gelding sired by multi-National Champion English Pleasure horse, Prosuasion out of Saddlebred mare, Lela Rose. He is a maternal sibling to multi-National Champion, Helluva Storm LR. This youngster is looking very promising for the Futurity division in 2021.

*Sweepstakes nominated

January 2021 Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m578_kHwdCM

TCF J Lo

5 Oct 2020

J Lo is a sporty Half-Arabian Country Pleasure Mare. She is just getting started but already showing tons of potential under saddle.

Whoz That Girl

4 Oct 2020

Whoz That Girl has tons of motion and will be a strong competitor in the H/A English Pleasure division. At just three years old, she is already very trainable and being ridden by amatuers in the barn.

*Sweepstakes nominated

*Maturity eligible in 2022 & 2023

Collateral Beauty

2 Oct 2020

"Beauty" truly lives up to her name, being as beautiful as she is talented. Prior to her Country Pleasure career, she was shown halter in the H/A Mares Breeding division. Very trainable and suitable for an amatuer rider.

2020 US National Top Ten H/A Country Pleasure Futurity

*Sweepstakes nominated

*Maturity eligible in 2022 & 2023

January 2021 Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JZ0J7mLdieI

Something In The Heir

2 Oct 2020

At just three years old, "Tom" has a bright future in the Country Pleasure division. He is sired by Afires Heir out of multi-National Champion English Pleasure mare, GSF Ambienze.

*Sweepstakes nominated

*Maturity eligible in 2022 & 2023

So Extra MCR

2 Oct 2020

"Sophie" is a beautiful hunter pleasure mare eligible for the 2021 AHPA class at US Nationals. She is also amatuer and junior exhibitor friendly, ready for someone to go show.

Sired by Prosuasion out of an Apollopalooza daughter, she has an incredible pedigree for English breeding in the future. Full sibling to 2019 Reserve National Champion, Prosuade Me.

Hunter Pleasure maturity eligible in 2021 & 2022

*Sweepstakes nominated

Northern Lights NLA

22 Nov 2019

"Joey" is a 2013 Country Pleasure and specialty gelding. This year, he carried a new rider to her first Regional shows and Youth Nationals where they were always in the ribbons. He was started late due to no fault of his own but is super safe and already proving himself in the show ring. He has an upright neck as well as beautiful round motion. Not to mention, stunning tail carriage and a trainable disposition. Joey is out of Berre Striking, making him a maternal sibling to multi-National Champion, Thunder Struck LR.

2020 Youth National Top Ten Arabian Country Pleasure Select 14-18

Multiple Top-Fives at Region 13 & 14 in Arabain Country Pleasure JTR/JOTR 14-18

January 2021 Video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YzlBMTyw3gk

The Lion Hearted

12 Oct 2019

The Lion Hearted is sired by Multi-National Champion English Pleasure and Park stallion, Apollopalooza and out of the great mare, Brassmis, making him a maternal sibling to Afires Heir. With his natural athleticism and effortless motion he is the epitome of an English Pleasure performance horse.

"Lion" is straight forward with no vices and is ready to take his next amatuer or youth rider to the winners circle. If you're looking for a horse that will take care of his rider, this is your guy.

2020 Region 13 Reserve Champion Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR

2020 Region 14 Reserve Champion Arabian English Pleasure 14-18

2020 US National Top Ten Arabian English Pleasure AAOTR 19-49

2020 Youth National Top Ten Arabian English Pleasure Elite and Arabian Park JTR.

*Sweepstakes nominated

*Maturity eligible 2021

Apollos Fire JLS

2 Oct 2019

"Elvis" is a beautiful Purebred Arabian gelding with an incredible English Pleasure pedigree. His mother is sired by the great MHR Nobility. This horse was US National Top Ten in the Arabian English Pleasure Futurity last year and is ready for an amateur rider.

October 2019 Video:

https://youtu.be/hdG5_8oyLXM

Squeezarita CCF

8 Sep 2019

"Rita" is a three year old Arabian Hunter Pleasure prospect. She is absolutely beautiful and as sweet as they come. We are excited for her future as she starts her show career.

*Sweepstakes nominated

Photo and video coming soon