Timing. It’s one of the most important things to master in order to compete at a high level in barrel racing. One thing I’ve encountered while teaching clinics…
Why the right attitude and realistic expectations matter in barrel racing. Like it is in anything you go after in life, the process of keeping a positive attitude…
Riding and guiding two-handed into the turns. By Charmayne James I see a lot of people at my clinics who have developed the habit of riding one-handed and…
What to look for when you’re searching for a new barrel horse. By Charmayne James I hear pretty regularly from students who bring new horses to my schools,…
How to help guarantee the longevity of a good barrel horse. By Charmayne James with Bonnie Wheatley Whether you run barrels professionally or at the high school or…
Charmayne talks about the importance of setting realistic expectations for yourself and your horse. By Charmayne James with Bonnie Wheatley Having realistic expectations of yourself and your horse…
On August 5, 2017, the ladies of the Women’s Professional Rodeo Association were, for the first time in history, welcomed onto the ProRodeo Hall of Fame’s hallowed stage in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Three WPRA icons joined the class of 12 inductees—Wanda Harper Bush, Charmayne James and a joint PRCA/WPRA equine inductee—Sherry Johnson’s Star Plaudit.