From Hot Walker to Champion Trainer: Cherie DeVaux's Journey & so much more

Send us Fan MailInterview with CHERI DEVAUX: training style, hard working beginnings & current super stars! HOW YOU CAN GET IN with their partnerships too.... https://www.youtube.com/shorts/d8VZyYcHSpE takeawaysCherie's journey began in a standardbred racing family.Mentorship played a crucial role in Cherie's career.Lady Eli's story highlights resilience in horse racing.Starting from the ground up is essential in training.Support from partners and friends is vital for success.Buying horses involves understanding their personalities.Breeders' Cup is a significant goal for trainers.Thoroughbreds have potential beyond racing careers.Community support is important in the racing industry.Cherie's story inspires others to pursue their passion.summaryIn this episode of the Paddock Pulse podcast, Leah O'Meara interviews champion trainer Cherie DeVaux, who shares her inspiring journey from a standardbred racing family to becoming a successful thoroughbred trainer. Cherie discusses her early experiences in horse racing, the importance of mentorship, and her connection with the remarkable horse Lady Eli. She emphasizes the challenges of starting a training career, the significance of community support, and her aspirations for the Breeders' Cup. Cherie also provides insights into buying yearlings and the potential of thoroughbreds beyond their racing careers.Sound Bites"You have to start from the bottom.""Success begets success.""You have to be patient."Chapters00:00Introduction to Cherie DeVaux02:25Cherie's Journey in Horse Racing05:24The Influence of Mentorship and Relationships07:50Overcoming Challenges in Training10:35The Story of Lady Eli15:59Starting as a Trainer18:47Building a Supportive Team21:14The Importance of Hard Work and Patience27:04Insights on Buying Yearlings32:30Current Horses and Breeders' Cup Plans36:29Closing Thoughts and Future AspirationskeywordsCherie DeVaux, horse racing, Lady Eli, training, Breeders' Cup, thoroughbreds, mentorship, career journey, horse buying, racing communitySupport the showPlease forward any questions directly to @paddockpulse, you can find us on twitter, instagram and facebook!Thanks for Listening!!