Bud Lyon explains how he introduces the bridge obstacle to a young horse in ranch riding. He walks through his step-by-step approach to building confidence, trust, and calmness as the horse learns to navigate this common challenge in the show pen.

Brad Barkemeyer goes over the basics of the two rein, what kind of gear you need, how to properly use it, and the basics of how to ride in a two-rein set up.

Taylor Miniat & Kissa Goodbye by The Goodbye Lane 16.691 in the Pink Buckle Derby on day 1. Amy Wilson catches up with her to talk about why she likes the Goodbye Lanes and her win on the EQN Sports desk, driven by the Holiday Auto Group.

Watch the Young Guns Derby Round 1 and Pink Buckle Derby Round 1 from the Lazy E arena on-demand.

Round 1 of the Young Guns League Derby went to DLF Cash Two Annie and Jesse Harris! DLF Cash Two Annie by Repete Offender ran an incredible 16.862 to win $8,250 for Jesse as the owner, $1031 for Repete Offender and $1031 for breeders Dan & Laura Farley. Amy Wilson sits down with her on the EQN S...

Suade Furr and TKW Lady Pearl by Feel The Sting ran a 17.637 to win the 2D in the Young Guns League Derby. She sits down with Amy Wilson on the EQN Sports Desk, driven by Holiday Auto Group, to talk about her win.

To finish the session, Kristen Martel demonstrated the log drag. She explained the importance of correct rope handling, steady forward motion, and maintaining control of the horse’s body position throughout the maneuver. Martel also pointed out how credit is earned for smoothness and willingness—...

Jim Cook demonstrates a drill for hip and shoulder control—a must for building balance and precision in herd work. Each rider in the clinic runs through the drill while Jim offers hands-on feedback to sharpen their feel.

Jim Cook demonstrates his draw-back drill—showing why it’s key for responsiveness and balance. Then, every rider in the clinic puts it into practice with Jim’s feedback guiding the way.

Jim Cook demonstrates a practical drill for working cattle during the Arabian Horse Association clinic. Each participant runs through the exercise while Cook provides feedback and key insights on positioning and timing during cattle work.

Brad Barkemeyer shows you how he likes to practice corners to help his horse get comfortable going through a corner when working a cow.

In this training session, Luca Fappani focuses on teaching a young horse to yield its hindquarters—a key component of body control and responsiveness. Luca walks through his step-by-step approach to engaging the horse’s hind end while maintaining softness and clarity in the cue. This builds the f...

Ryan Rushing demonstrates how to go from two hands to one hand during maneuvers.

Join Bud Lyon as he breaks down the double log lopeover maneuver in ranch trail and shares tips on how to fine-tune your horse’s performance when needed.

Ryan Rushing introduces the basic reining maneuver—the stop. He demonstrates how to introduce this maneuver to a young horse.

Leslie Smalygo shares her inspiring journey of chasing pro rodeo dreams later in life—and doing it on her own terms. From getting her WPRA card in her mid-40s to winning Rookie of the Year in the Prairie Circuit, Leslie opens up about what fueled her rise, how her horse Gus changed everything, an...

Luca Fappani demonstrates how to help a young colt learn to follow its nose—a foundational skill for softness, balance, and responsiveness. In this session, he applies a hackamore for the first time and explains how it encourages a clearer line of communication without overwhelming the horse. Wat...

Join Bud Lyon as he breaks down the log lope-over maneuver in ranch trail and shares tips on how to fine-tune your horse’s performance when needed.

Leslie Smalygo sat down to talk about why her horse, Gus, is the definition of a "warhorse" and why he is one of a kind.

To get a horse comfortable in the hackamore Brad likes to include some dry work into his riding routine before putting a horse on cattle or before working the flag.

Cow horses must be comfortable drawing back to successfully work a cow. Brad Barkemeyer shows you how he likes to teach it in a hackamore.

Join Bud Lyon as he breaks down the log trot-over maneuver in ranch trail and shares tips on how to fine-tune your horse’s performance when needed.

Ryan Rushing explains how he wants his horse to lope off with balance and softness, highlighting how body control creates better shape and responsiveness in the circle.

Luca Fappani works with a colt during just its second saddling session, setting the foundation for future success with careful groundwork and calm repetition. Bud Lyon chimes in to offer insight on what makes a solid ranch riding prospect and how early training choices influence long-term results...