About Us
Experience the 7 Lakes Difference
Dream It. Achieve It.
Located in the heart of Oklahoma’s Quarter Horse country, 7 Lakes Ranch is a world-class reining facility rooted in passion, precision, and performance. Founded by Janice Laney and NRHA Professional Thiago Boechat, the 236-acre ranch in Purcell was built from the ground up with the singular goal of setting a new standard in the reining horse industry.
Named for the seven natural bodies of water located throughout the property, 7 Lakes Ranch combines thoughtful design with elite-level functionality. From clear-span buildings filled with natural light and tall, ventilated ceilings to wide aisles and a scenic, 2,500-square-foot lounge overlooking a 150′ x 300′ indoor arena, every detail reflects the team’s commitment to excellence and horse-first care.
At its core, 7 Lakes Ranch is driven by a powerhouse breeding program. The ranch is home to three standout stallions: Jerseys Baby Driver (“Hercules”), the 2021 NRHA Level 4 Open Derby and 2022 NRBC Level 4 Open Classic Champion; Maytheforcebewhizyou (“Obi”), a European standout and son of $13+ Million sire Spooks Gotta Whiz; and Mark My Word (“Mo”), a proven performance horse whose success in the show pen reflects the athleticism, mind, and work ethic demanded at the highest levels of reining. Backed by exceptional mares with pedigrees tied to icons like Wimpys Little Chic and Prettywhizprettydoes, 7 Lakes is committed to producing the next generation of elite reining athletes.
Complementing its breeding program is a top-tier training team with head trainer Mirko Midili and associate trainer Leonardo Kellermann. Midili brings a long list of European and U.S. titles to the ranch, while Kellermann—a long-time student of NRHA $10 Million Rider Andrea Fappani—has already made waves with over $500,000 in earnings.
Together, and with the support of a superior staff, this dream team offers training for a select number of outside horses, combining expertise, integrity, and a results-driven approach to developing top-level competitors.
As a proud NRHA Corporate Partner and with Laney serving on the Reining Horse Foundation board, 7 Lakes Ranch is not only a leader in the arena but also a champion for the sport’s growth and future. Whether you’re a breeder, owner, or competitor, 7 Lakes Ranch offers more than a program—it offers a community committed to shaping the future of the reining horse industry.
