Our Story

Nichols Thoroughbreds and Kennels operates out of Celeste TX encompassing 100 acers Thoroughbred Farm we offer breeding to Petes Cat. Our Family farm spands 3 generations will offer more as we grow and is one of the newest Thoroughbred farms in Texas in the East Central part of Dallas, TX.  Currently standing at Nichols Thoroughbreds and Kennels Ranch is Pete's Cat, the son of Mountain Cat.

Owner and Trainer: Les Nichols

A native of Celeste, TX, Les Nichols is a lifelong horseman who races at Lone Star Park, Louisiana Downs, Ratoma, and Sam Houston.  Les is a licensed 18-year experienced paramutual thoroughbred horse trainer.  In 2002, Les was honored by the Texas Thoroughbred Association with the Thoroughbred Man of the Year award in regards to his long ride to honor the victims of September 11th.  Les rode a thoroughbred horse named J.J.'s Cowboy from the Alamo to New York City in an eight month pilgrimage to honor those who lost their lives that day.

In the News

Saddle up!  Tennessee man wins Sept. 11 raffle prize  (Herald Banner, September 12, 2002)
County man rides his way into hearts of Americans  (Herald Banner, September 11, 2002)
Quest Continues for Les Nichols and J.J.'s Cowboy  (bloodhorse.com, July 8, 2002)
End of the Trail for Ground Zero Cowboy  (New York Post, July 5, 2002)
Cowboy Ends Charity Ride at Ground Zero  (bloodhorse.com, July 4, 2002)
Alamo to Ground Zero  (Times West Virginian, May 18, 2002)
Cowboy on Patriotic Trail Ride  (EquiSearch, May 14, 2002)
Ride to Ground Zero  (Lexington Herald-Leader, April 28, 2002)
Texan riding from Alamo to Ground Zero to honor firemen  (The Glasgow Daily Times, April 6, 2002)
Journey taking horseback rider to Ground Zero  (Times-Herald, February 19, 2002)
Cowboy continues cross-country journey  (The Gurdon Times, January 30, 2002)
Nichols riding to New York to aid police and firemen  (The Gurdon Times, January 23, 2002)
Nichols is leaving the state  (Herald Banner, January 12, 2002)
On Borrowed Horse  (Herald Banner, January 8, 2002)
Going the distance for those in need  (ESPN.com, December 14, 2001)
Sulphur Springs to remember fallen New York fire fighters as Nichols arrives in city  (Herald Banner, December 14, 2001)
After 'good rest' in Greenville, Nichols expected to resume ride  (Herald Banner, December 11, 2001)
Cowboy headed for Ground Zero joins in the celebration  (Herald Banner, December 8, 2001)
Rider due in city today; public rally planned  (Herald Banner, December 6, 2001)
From Alamo to Ground Zero  (Daily Racing Form, November 14, 2001)
Texas cowboy saddles up for a patriotic ride  (American-Statesman, November 9, 2001)
Nichols continues slow trek across Texas  (Herald Banner, October 30, 2001)

Our internationally renowned stallion and sales divisions are the heart of Nichols Thoroughbreds and Kennels Ranch where other client services are offered including mating, boarding, breaking, training, racing, and bloodstock representation.

To reach Les Nichols at Nichols Thoroughbreds and Kennels Ranch, call 903-883-9984.