Post by {†}Insane{†} on Apr 1, 2006 13:34:14 GMT -5
This question has as many answers as there are jockeys. As we continue to add jockeys, you will see that each rider has a different story on how and why they became a jockey. I think you'll find some of those interviews, as fascinating as we did.
Being a jockey is one of those careers that you really, truly have to want to be (notice I say ''be'' and not ''do''). In order to ''just make a living'' it consumes your life, so you'd better love it. You'll see from many of the interviews, that most all the guys that have ridden for years absolutley love what they do. As we move through this section, I will be pointing out many of the downside characteristics of being a jockey to give you a better feel for the life you've chosen.
How ever you come to the conclusion that being a jockey is something that strikes your fancy, be ready for a career that is very rewarding, very unpredictable and extremely dangerous.
Being a jockey is one of those careers that you really, truly have to want to be (notice I say ''be'' and not ''do''). In order to ''just make a living'' it consumes your life, so you'd better love it. You'll see from many of the interviews, that most all the guys that have ridden for years absolutley love what they do. As we move through this section, I will be pointing out many of the downside characteristics of being a jockey to give you a better feel for the life you've chosen.
How ever you come to the conclusion that being a jockey is something that strikes your fancy, be ready for a career that is very rewarding, very unpredictable and extremely dangerous.