About Cavalera Sport

Cavalera Sport is a creative media brand dedicated to capturing the stories, effort, and artistry behind equestrian sport. Through curated content, reels, and cinematic visuals, we spotlight the athletes—both horse and human—who give it their all.

Founded by Rachel Pratola, a lifelong equestrian and artist, Cavalera Sport is built on an insider’s understanding of the sport, the lifestyle, and the love for the horse.

About Rachel

Rachel Pratola is a graduate of Penn State University, where she earned her degree in Integrative Arts with a focus on fine art and marketing. While at University Park, she worked as a social media strategist and content creator for the College of Arts and Architecture, blending creative direction with strategic storytelling.

Rachel learned to ride from her mom and grandmother before she could remember. She joined Cheshire Pony Club in Chester County, Pennsylvania, where her love for the sport deepened. Today, she events her off the track thoroughbred What A Diva and plays polo in the summer at Brandywine, where she also works as a groom.

Her media work is rooted in a deep appreciation for the heart horses give and the hard work riders put in. Through curated content and visual storytelling, Rachel captures the grit, beauty, and emotion at the core of equestrian sport.