Welcome, Derby Fans!
Welcome to the blog of the documentary film, "Thunder & Reins"
Experience the drama in the lives of seven Kentucky Derby winning heroes as they offer this first-ever inside look into preparing for and winning the most exciting two minutes in sports. Feel the glory of the winner’s circle and the satisfaction of meeting the physical and mental challenges to get there. This film features Kentucky Derby winning jockeys Jerry Bailey, Jose Santos, Pat Day, Craig Perret, Kent Desormeaux, Mike Smith, and Gary Stevens
Jockey’s wives Rita Santos and Sheila Day share their views on balancing the constant dangers and the incredible victories that affect the families of jockeys in thoroughbred horse racing.
Veteran racing journalists Billy Reed and Joe Drape add their unique perspectives about what makes Kentucky Derby winning jockeys some of the toughest, intelligent, and most competitive athletes on the planet. Kentucky Derby winning trainers Mack Miller, Carl Nafzger, and John Ward talk about the secrets of their Kentucky Derby winning teams.
See for yourself the strength, stamina and, above all else, courage required of these fearless warriors who wage battle on the first Saturday in May at The Kentucky Derby. Part artist, part magician, and all athlete.
"Thunder and Reins"--Order your copies today!
Experience the drama in the lives of seven Kentucky Derby winning heroes as they offer this first-ever inside look into preparing for and winning the most exciting two minutes in sports. Feel the glory of the winner’s circle and the satisfaction of meeting the physical and mental challenges to get there. This film features Kentucky Derby winning jockeys Jerry Bailey, Jose Santos, Pat Day, Craig Perret, Kent Desormeaux, Mike Smith, and Gary Stevens
Jockey’s wives Rita Santos and Sheila Day share their views on balancing the constant dangers and the incredible victories that affect the families of jockeys in thoroughbred horse racing.
Veteran racing journalists Billy Reed and Joe Drape add their unique perspectives about what makes Kentucky Derby winning jockeys some of the toughest, intelligent, and most competitive athletes on the planet. Kentucky Derby winning trainers Mack Miller, Carl Nafzger, and John Ward talk about the secrets of their Kentucky Derby winning teams.
See for yourself the strength, stamina and, above all else, courage required of these fearless warriors who wage battle on the first Saturday in May at The Kentucky Derby. Part artist, part magician, and all athlete.
"Thunder and Reins"--Order your copies today!

