2026 Calgary Stampede Updates

The Calgary Stampede kicked off July 3 in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, at Stampede Park. Find barrel racing updates here.

By Maddy Rohr

A Day in the Life of Tayla Moeykens

Spend a day on the road with National Finals Rodeo qualifier Tayla Moeykens.

By Kailey Sullins

Event Coverage Rodeos

2026 WPRA World Standings Updates

The Women’s Professional Rodeo Association regular season runs October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026. Find updates, stories and more here.

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Profiles

A Legacy of Mentorship — Talmadge Green

In the Arena

Raised In The Arena

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2026 Reno Rodeo

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What Do We Do Now?

Whoops, I Bought a 2-Year-Old

By Barrel Horse News

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What Do We Do Now?

Did I Just Buy a 2-Year-Old?

By Barrel Horse News

October 17, 2017

Training

Prepare To Win

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Profiles

Memorable Mounts

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Training

Adaptability

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Training

Anti-Fade Complex

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Good at Gates

When Kelly Kaminiski prepares a young horse to pattern the barrels she starts with her trusted gate exercise to build muscle memory.

The Fake Barrel: Freeing Up A Horse

Cierra Nelson discusses how she frees up a ratey horse through her Fake Barrel Drill.

What Does Broke Mean

Cierra Nelson discusses what broke means to her as a barrel horse trainer and competitor.

Beginning Riders on the Pattern

Cierra Nelson simplifies the barrel pattern for beginner riders and demonstrates tips for working the pattern.

Counter Arcs

Cierra Nelson discusses counter arcing your horse, shows how it works and how it should be utilized.

First Barrel Approach and Rate

Cierra Nelson describes her approach to the first barrel and first barrel rating techniques.

First Steps with Young Horses

Cierra Nelson demonstrates her first steps with young horses after she gets them back from a colt starter.

Switching Leads Between Barrels

Cierra Nelson demonstrates switching leads between barrels and how to achieve a lead change.

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