Resident Trainer Allie Knowles
Alexandra “Allie” Knowles has established herself as one of America’s most promising Three-Day Event riders. Allie is a Pony Club “A” graduate and Level 3 ICP-certified trainer. Her tremendous work ethic and competitive edge have gained her the attention of her peers and the U.S. Team Selection Committee in recent years. She continues to earn numerous wins and titles with the goal of representing her country at the Olympic Games.Allie’s love of horses, dedicated attitude, strong fundamentals, and passion for the sport of Eventing make her the choice of many owners and riders for her training and coaching services.
Allie was named the recipient of the Rebecca Broussard International Travel Grant for the 2012 season, winning $10,000 to pursue her international competition goals. In 2013, Allie added a number of wins to her record and competed at the Rolex Kentucky CCI4* event for the first time. She was as the highest placed American after the dressage phase in her first 4* competition! In 2014 and 2015, Allie competed at the Advanced and Three-Star level, adding multiple top finishes at the level to her record aboard her two upper level mounts, Sound Prospect and The Dark Mark.
She is also the owner of Alexandra Knowles Eventing.
Barn Manager Amanda Ellis
Amanda Ellis and her staff are “hands on” every day to see to the needs of both horse and human. They take particular pride in providing a clean, healthy environment for the horses boarded at the farm.
Facilities Manager Jeff Noell
Jeff and his full-time staff are responsible for maintaining all barns, fences, equipment, roads and hay production. When something needs fixed, they are right there, available on-site to respond. 
Farmdogs Rex, Cinco and Rebel
Rex, Cinco and Rebel each play vital roles in the operation of Valley View Farm.
Rex serves as official family dog, Cinco protects the horses, and Rebel assists Amanda in a variety of dog-related activities.