CrossRidge Ranch

CrossRidge Ranch is a goal oriented training facility owned and operated by Brad & Terri Layer. We specialize in fitting Youths and Amateurs with quality equine partners. Focusing on the All-Around Quarter horse.

A woman in riding attire on a brown horse with a white stripe on its face, riding in an outdoor riding arena with green trees and a white fence in the background.
A woman in Western attire leading a black horse in an indoor arena with orange cones and stadium seating in the background.
A woman in western attire riding a light-colored horse with a saddle and bridle in an outdoor riding arena with green trees in the background.
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Meet the Layers

Brad & Terri have over 70 years combined experience in the equine industry. Brad has been the past president of the Ohio Cutting Horse Association and has held an NCHA judges card. Terri is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin River Falls with a Bachelor of Animal Science Degree - Horse Production Emphasis and Stable Management Minor - also graduate of University of Georgia Athens Reproductive Short Course. Terri is currently serving as the President of Horseman’s Quarter Horse Association. In 2002 they were blessed with a daughter Austin Sierra, who shares their enthusiasm and passion for the horses. Along with their companion dog Bernie they travel the show circuit together.

Together Brad & Terri have produced AQHA and IBHA World Champions, APHC Reserve World Champion, AQHA Champions, AQHA Superiors and coached both youth & amateurs to multiple Circuit Championships, ROM's and State Championships.

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