In corona times we are all ordered to stay at home, self quarantine, and do social distancing. With more time on your hands to spend online, Eurodressage launches a "Hit & Run" interview series so that you get to know the world's most famous dressage riders and personalities more closely.
American Kasey Perry-Glass became a break-out star in 2016 on Gorklintgaards Dublet. She represented her country at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio and 2018 World Equestrian Games in Tryon, U.S.A, twice winning team bronze. She competed at the 2017 and 2019 World Cup Finals.
Hit & Run - Kasey Perry-Glass
What is your earliest memory?
Riding my pony at our local barn in Orangevale
Which person alive do you admire the most and why?
My grand parents. Both are amazing people who care so much about each other and their community. Always looking to give back!
When were you the happiest?
The day I said yes to my husband to live a life with him
What is your biggest fear?
Letting people down even though I know I can’t control that!
What was your first thought today?
I need coffee!
What is your most annoying character trait?
Perfectionist
Which trait do you dislike the most in other people?
Laziness and lack of motivation
What is your dearest possession?
Gorklintgaards Dublet
If you look into the future, what do you see?
Children, Farm with quality horses in the making, loving marriage
What makes you unhappy?
People hurting and people hurting others
What is the love of your life?
My husband, Dana
What was the best choice you ever took in life?
Buying Dublet
What's your guilty pleasure?
So many right now! Peanut Butter & Chocolate Ice Cream & Movie theater popcorn ! I go to the theater just to buy it then go home to watch a movie
What do you owe your parents?
Everything
Who can sit next to you at your dream dinner table?
Family! I get too nervous and awkward around people I fan-girl over
What was the worst job you ever did?
Picking up dog vomit. I have a horrible gag reflex with certain things
What was your biggest disappointment in life?
My dog Bean & Petey passing away recently.
What would you change if you can go back into the past?
Nothing. Everything that has happened in my past has gotten me and made me who I am today
Name one thing that would improve your quality of life?
Live more in the present and less in the past and future
What is your biggest achievement?
2016 Olympic Team Bronze medal.
What is the most important life lesson you have learnt?
We have no control over situations only how we react to them
Where would you like to be right now?
In the mountains hiking with my family and friends!
What's your favourite scent?
Anything soothing
Which character would you dress up in for Halloween?
Glitter Fairy
To whom would you like to say sorry?
Hopefully no one
What does love feel like for you?
Happy, warm, kind, patient
When are you most relaxed?
Relaxed? what does that mean and who has time for that!
What super power would you like to have?
To fly!
When did you last cry, and why?
Last night because of a show (Yellowstone) I was watching!
When were you closest to death?
I am a pretty cautious person so I try not to die
How do you want to be remembered?
Loyal, caring and strong
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Kasey Perry and Gorklintgards Dublet Rocking for Rio at 2016 CDIO Compiegne