ABOUT US

Emerson Maier | Rider/Owner

Andy Maier | Care & Operations/Owner

I grew up riding in Florida, where I spent my junior years competing in the ponies through the 3’6” equitation. After moving to Tennessee at 17, I trained with Select Sport Horses, where I had the opportunity to train and compete at major equitation finals. In college, I rode on the University of Tennessee at Martin Division I equestrian team where I gained valuable experience on a variety of different horses. I’ve transitioned into training and sales, focusing primarily on the development of ponies. I take pride in bringing them along with patience, honesty, and attention to detail so they can go on to be confident, successful partners in their next homes.

What started as simply supporting his daughters horse obsession began to turn into something he enjoys and takes pride in. He oversees the daily care and upkeep at South Fork Ponies, helping maintain a healthy, well-run environment for both the ponies and the program. While he may not have come from the horse industry, he’s fully embraced it and plays the most important role in keeping everything running smoothly day to day. Most of all, he enjoys being part of something we’ve built together—and he’s a big part of what makes South Fork Ponies what it is.