Petersens Full Circle
From Africa to Florida,
from jump crew to
grand prix winners,
they've relied on religion
to guide them.
By J EN N IF ER B. CA LDER
"G
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od is in the details."
It's an adage that's
reminded generations
of the honor inherent in working hard
and embracing even
the smallest of tasks with purpose. But for the
Petersen family of Archer, Fla., it's more than just
a banal metaphor—it's the defining edict of their
lifestyle.
Jared Petersen, 22, exploded onto the show
jumping scene last winter at the HITS Ocala
circuit in Florida, where he essentially made his
debut at the grand prix level by winning three
contests on three consecutive Sundays. He did so
For the Petersen family, (from
left) Joel, Jared, Anita and Derek, with
their stallion, Cisco, the business of
breeding, training and competing
sport horses is more than just a job—
it's a tie that binds the family together
and an avenue for sharing their faith.
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