The Fappani Family
Our Story
Andrea and Tish met each other in 1998 while riding Reining horses in Arizona. They got married in May of 2002 and quickly immersed themselves into the Reining industry in every aspect. Both Andrea and Tish consider themselves extremely lucky to be able to work together as a team, raise a family and be involved in the horse community. Being able to spend their days on the ranch, both working towards the same goals but in separate capacities, and still be involved with their two young boys is a dream come true.
While Andrea manages the training and show program, Tish manages a full time breeding operation and the office side of the business, five to seven days a week. Fortunately for both Andrea and Tish, as each day develops they get to share lunch together and break for quick stories with the boys about their adventures around the ranch.
At home, Andrea is the cook and always makes great family dinners where they get a chance to sit, enjoy the meal, and talk about their day. When the days are long in the summer, they enjoy riding motor cycles in the evening at their motocross track next door. Family trips are also a "must" once a year. When time permits, the entire Fappani family loves going to the beach, catching an extreme sports event or going to the mountains in the winter.
Luca Fappani
Born: May 31st, 2004 (Southern CA)
Idol: Travis Pastrana
Favorite Pastime: Spending his motorcycle time with his dad and brother and assisting his dad in the kitchen complete with a chefs hat and apron
Favorite Food: Cupcakes
Latest Adventure: 2009 AZ Classic Stick Horse Champion
Most Fun: Being a big kinder gardener
Horse Show Interests: Sitting with Dad for awards
Most Obvious: Spitting image of his Dad… expressions and all!
Jeremy Fappani
Born: Nov 16th 2006 (Southern CA)
On the Horizon: Preparing for preschool in January
Favorite Pastime: Chasing after his brother!
Most Fun: Riding his motorcycle, vroom vroom!
Ritual: When he does ride his pony has to wear a long sleeve shirt just like Daddy
Most Obvious: More of the wild child… beats to his own drum!
Tish Fappani
Born: June 15th, 1977 (Southern CA)
Past, Present & Future: Living and breathing horses forever! Started showing at 2 yrs old and learned from her Mom, Glenn Gimple and Linda Baker. Showing in all of the Medal Finals on the west coast, riding stock horses. Was introduced to reining in 1990 by Brett Stone and John Slack
Most Rewarding: Having a family and being a MOM!
Biggest Thrill: Watching the boys grow up
Favorite Pastime: Enjoying the personal involvement with the business and working with the clients
Soft Spot: Sprinkles Cupcakes
Most Obvious: Loves colorful, long nails!
Andrea Fappani
Born: April 1st, 1977 (Italy)
Biggest Thrill: Winning the Futurity
Favorite Pastime: Riding motorcycles with the boys
Most Rewarding: Working on the ranch with his family
For Fun: Snow mobiling, Snow boarding, Surfing, Scuba, Motocross with boys
Most Obvious: Loves working with horses, hosting clinics and teaching people
Favorite Food: Traditional Italian
Soft Spot: Nutella (hazelnut chocolate spread)
Other Interests: New products that represent quality and style... cars, motorcycles, watches, clothing
