Reed Kessler facts for kids
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| Discipline | Show Jumping |
| Born | July 9, 1994 (age 31) Armonk, New York, U.S. |
| Height | 5 ft 5 in (1.65 m) |
| Weight | 119 lb (54 kg; 8 st 7 lb) |
Reed Catherine Kessler, born on July 9, 1994, is a talented American former show jumper. She became famous for her amazing skills with horses. When she was just 18 years old, Reed made it to the 2012 London Olympics. This made her the youngest rider ever to compete in show jumping at the Olympics. In 2013, she received the Longines Rising Star Award. This award recognized her as a promising young talent. She also won the 2012 USEF National Jumping title. Later, she won the 2013 ATCO Power Queen Elizabeth II Cup.
About Reed Kessler
Early Life and Family
Reed Kessler is the daughter of Murray Kessler. Her father was the President of the United States Equestrian Federation. This organization helps guide horse sports in the U.S.
Olympic Journey
Reed Kessler made history at the 2012 London Olympics. She was only 18 years old when she competed in show jumping. This made her the youngest rider to ever take part in this event at the Olympics. It was a huge achievement for such a young athlete.
Life After Competition
After her Olympic experience, Reed continued to compete in show jumping for a few more years. Her last international competition was in 2018. She then decided to focus on her education. Reed studied at Columbia University in New York City. She earned a master's degree there. Her studies focused on international security and solving conflicts. Today, Reed Kessler works for the Ronald Reagan Institute.
