Barrel Racing

An exciting race against the clock in which exhibitors follow a course consisting of three barrels in a triangular “cloverleaf” pattern. Riders choose to circle either the right or left barrel first, race to the opposite barrel and complete the course after circling the third barrel and racing down the center of the three barrels to stop the timer. Knocking over a barrel carries a five-second penalty. Barrel racing is popular with all ages and all skill levels. It is an excellent entry event for newcomers to competition.

March 17, 2023 | , Breeding
What bloodlines dominated barrel racing in 2022? View the previous year's top 10 leading barrel racing sires.
November 29, 2022 | News and Publications , The American Quarter Horse Journal
"Pockets" takes 2021 PRCA tie-down roping world champion Caleb Smidt to the pay window in Round 1 of the 2022 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.
November 29, 2022 | News and Publications , The American Quarter Horse Journal
Dashin Haze takes a third Steer Wrestling Horse of the Year title.
November 29, 2022 | News and Publications , The American Quarter Horse Journal
"Goose" is the horsepower behind Scott Snedecor.
November 29, 2022 | News and Publications , The American Quarter Horse Journal
Heeler Patrick Smith and his heel horse of the year claim Round 3 win in 2022 Wrangler National Finals Rodeo.

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