Angie Meadors introduces a three-year-old mare by As Good As Nick Gets out of an Eddie Stinson mare that she picked up last fall out of the Pink Buckle Sale. The filly came from Victory Farms from Danny Ray, and Angie already has a plan mapped out for her. Rather than rushing her to the futuritie...

Angie Meadors reflects on how barrel racing incentives have created more opportunities for horses and riders at every stage of competition. She explains how expanded futurity and derby programs give trainers more time to develop their horses, offer strong payouts beyond the 1D, and provide a comp...

Angie Meadors breaks down a typical day at the barn and how she and husband Kollin VonAhn manage a full schedule of barrel horses, rope horses, show horses and young prospects. From adjusting their riding schedule around the Texas heat to adding a second arena so both programs can keep moving, An...

Angie Meadors explains why keeping a hard-working performance horse at its best takes more than training. From paying attention to soreness and knowing when a horse needs a day off to providing plenty of turnout, Angie shares how she and Kollin VonAhn prioritize their horses’ physical and mental ...

Angie Meadors looks back on Runnin Red Lites, the horse she credits with establishing her as a futurity rider and trainer. After buying him as a 3-year-old, Angie won the first two futurities she entered on him and earned more than $100,000 during their breakout year. She shares what made him nat...

Angie Meadors works through how she develops a 3-year-old barrel prospect without trying to force the mare into a style that doesn’t fit her. With a naturally stiffer, lazier mare, Angie focuses on creating forward motion, roundness through the ribs and shoulders, and better engagement from the h...

Angie Meadors breaks down how your body position can communicate with your horse before you ever reach for the reins. She demonstrates how she uses subtle changes in her seat and leg pressure to ask a horse to move forward, slow down or stop, while keeping her hands centered in what she calls her...

Angie Meadors explains why doing more in the saddle doesn't necessarily make your horse run faster. She breaks down how slow hands, thoughtful use of spurs and a whip, and small, intentional cues can create a quick response without distracting your horse. Angie also demonstrates why your position...

Angie Meadors breaks down how she approaches the first barrel and why the right angle can make the turn easier for your horse. She demonstrates how she gathers a horse leaving the alley, establishes the correct lead and uses her seat and feet to maintain forward motion through the turn. Working w...

Angie Meadors breaks down the body position she wants through the first barrel and why she doesn't rely on a big pocket to create a good turn. Using a mare that tends to hollow out and get flat on the backside, Angie demonstrates how she uses slow work to keep the horse collected, bring the hind ...

Angie Meadors explains the difference between a horse loping freely and one that is collected and ready to respond. She shows how shortening the stride and keeping the horse’s body gathered helps prevent the horse from getting loose through a turn, where extra time can be lost trying to reorganiz...

Angie Meadors explains why success in the barrel pen is as much about controlling your mind as it is controlling your horse. She shares how testing your horse at speed at home builds the confidence to trust your training in competition, then breaks down how she mentally rides a run one barrel at ...