Countdown to Convention: FFA Inspires Young Woman’s Dream of Becoming a Jockey

FFA education inspires Chelsey Keiser to become the first female horse jockey.

INDIANAPOLIS (RFD-TV) — From National FFA Organization member to professional jockey, ag education has played a major role in shaping one young woman’s career. As we continue our Countdown to Convention presented by Culver’s, we meet a young woman pushing the boundaries in a demanding industry.

From the first session to the final gavel, watch gavel-to-gavel coverage of the 98th National FFA Convention & Expo, live and free on the RFD-TV Now app, October 29 through November 1.

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