I'm 5' and 99lbs & a girl, could I become a jockey?

Question

Im 17 & I have a Thoroughbred ExRacer, & I know how to ride. Iv always dreamed of becomeing a Jockey because I love speed and horses, & when that horse is hallen with the wind in your hair, you never want to stop. lol what do you guys think?

Answer 1

yea, but its a bad sport.  Many of them die early and have eating disorders.

Answer 2

i think you could become a jockey you seem just about the right size and if you really want to do it then you should give it a shot. good luck to you

Answer 3

Go for it girl there are a few relatively succesful girl jockeys on the UK circuit.

Answer 4

possibly but ummm its the choice of somebody else

Answer 5

well i'm a jock but i'm significantly taller and weigh a little more,

and i don't know about horses, most of us play football.

wait... jockey? ewww, freak.

Answer 6

sure! i think the max weight is like 115 lbs, or something like that, but you deff could, if you want too, you can do anything you want too.  i would if i met the requirements, but even with my weight, i'm 5 ft 8 lol

Answer 7

GO FOR IT! i am trying to reach the same goal! You got it made sister!!! I am 5'6 and 113lbs. YOU ARE BLESSED!!! I LOVE the speed and being on the back of such a huge animal, almost flying. You can do anything you set your mind to and don't let nobody tell you any different.

Answer 8

boring sport......

Answer 9

i think you could become a jocker, good luck.

Answer 10

b*****s usually don't do well in this sport. Stick to cooking

Answer 11

yes, Elizabeth Taylor did

Answer 12

if you have the talent then yes why not

Answer 13

You sound like the perfect size and the fact that you love fast horses is Great. You can do it if you want it!!Good Luck. I'll be watching for you in the Derby!!

Answer 14

You seem to be a good size for it so I don't see why not.

Answer 15

The fast male horses will not take you seriously.

Answer 16

definitely