Hailey Kinsel is a barrel racer who means business and is committed to her sport, her horses, and her faith. Despite her incredible accomplishments – like holding the arena record at Calgary Stampede, claiming the 2018 World Champion Barrel Racing title, and taking the RFD-TVs The American Barrel Racing Champion title twice, in 2017 and 2019 – Hailey remains humble and continues to push herself and her horses. We’re proud to support Hailey in her work.
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What goes through your head when you first wake up in the morning?
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I thank God for the ability to do what I love and ride good horses.
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Where is your favorite place to ride?
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Thomas & Mack during the NFR, and the Calgary Stampede.
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How do you up your game year after year?
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I always strive to be better than I was yesterday as a person, follower of Christ, competitor, and trainer.
Q:
Who are your heroes? Who do you look up to?
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My mom, Sherry Cervi, and Lisa Lockhart.
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What part of you, or what you do, reflects a spirit of restlessness?
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I cannot comfortably go a day without riding. The more I ride, the more often I give myself or my horses the chance to improve.
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What are the 3 most essential things you need for your category?
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A great horse, mental toughness, and wisdom to plan and make decisions for your horses.
Q:
If you could bring anybody in the world with you to do what you love (dead or alive), who would be?
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My grandmother who passed away a few years ago, Samie Walker. She was one of my best friends and biggest fans, and I think I got my personality from her.
Q:
What does YETI mean to you?
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YETI embodies the spirit I try to bring to the table not only when I compete, but every day in preparation, strength, and perfection.