Nancy Pugh Later participated in a horse show at
the age of six months and spent the rest of her
childhood in the ring, competing in jumping, eventing
and dressage. After graduating from high school, Later
worked for U.S. Equestrian member Lendon Gray to
develop her dressage and professional barn management
skills. By the age of 24, she had won many awards,
including accolades from the Grand Prix level