Barrel racing, explained.
Straight answers from a champion barrel racer on training, lessons, horses and the sport.
Why girls should get into barrel racing.
Is barrel racing a sport? Yes. Why it is mostly a female sport, what it teaches girls, how hard it is, and how a beginner actually gets started.
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A Streak Of Fling and why his bloodline still matters.
A Streak Of Fling was a $10.5 million barrel racing sire who died in 2024 at 25. Why his bloodline still matters and how to evaluate a Fling-bred prospect.
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Why riding horses is great for young girls.
Why riding horses is so good for girls and teens: responsibility, confidence, fitness and friendships. Plus what parents ask about age, safety and cost.
Read the article5 training tips for barrel horses and riders.
Five barrel horse training tips from a champion barrel racer: slow work first, rate and shape, rider position, conditioning and avoiding over-runs.
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How to pick a good barrel horse.
How to pick a good barrel horse: conformation, mind and soundness to look for, matching age to rider level, bloodlines, the vet exam and a trial ride.
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Positive reinforcement in barrel horse training.
What positive reinforcement horse training really means, how it differs from negative reinforcement, and how to use it well with your barrel horse.
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How riding horses helps shy girls find their voice.
How riding horses helps shy girls build confidence: nonverbal connection, small wins and a calm lesson setting, plus tips for parents getting started.
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The barrel racing pattern: measurements, rules & diagram.
The barrel racing pattern explained: WPRA standard measurements of 90, 105 and 60 feet, a cloverleaf diagram, right vs. left first barrel and penalties.
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Let’s talk about your horse.
Tell Lexi where your horse is today and where you want to be. She’ll give you an honest read and a plan — whether you’re down the road in Jacksboro or hauling in from out of state.