#268 - When the Horse Comes First | The Decisions That Built Latricia Duke

Horses First. Always.

Before the NFR.

Before the spotlight.

Before most people ever knew her name.

Latricia Duke built a career the long way — in the futurity pen, behind the scenes, and with a commitment to always put the horse first. In this episode, Jordan Jo sits down with Latricia to talk about the horses that built her, the convictions that guided her, and the decisions that defined her career.

From developing elite futurity horses, to transitioning into the WPRA, to finally qualifying for the NFR — this is a story about stewardship, patience, and integrity. Latricia opens up about Vanilla Wafer, the horse who changed everything, why she chose to end his competition career when it was time, and what it means to truly serve a great horse well.

The conversation also looks forward — to genetics, breeding, Carlos stepping into the spotlight, motherhood, and what legacy really means beyond buckles and standings.