BARREL RACING LINKS
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Brainchild of Local Barrel Racer Leads to
the Establishment of the FPA Racing Series
FPA Barrel Racing Series starts fifth year in 2008.
The Florida Parishes Arena Barrel Racing series began its
inaugural season in August of 2004. The concept behind this successful series is the
brainchild of Amber Oliver Adams, a local barrel racer. Ms. Adams
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first suggested the
idea of establishing the series as a viable way to generate interest in the new arena
among the barrel racing community. The arena was new and bookings were limited.
A buckle series was started and it quickly became very popular
which led to a second season of racing in 2005. Twelve shows later the series was
solidly established and a Kiddie-Barrel series was added to enhance the fun and expand
the participation.
Now in its fifth year, the FPA Barrel Racing series offers locals
and out-of-town visitors the opportunity to enjoy an exciting, competitive event in a
family atmosphere where safety and good clean fun are always a top priority. The series
racers compete one Friday every month and both experienced and novice racers have
a venue in which to hone and improve their skills.
PLEASE NOTE: Selection of slideshow photos is random. It is our goal to features as many racers
as possible throughout a 12-date racing season. Photos are posted within 24 to 48 hours following the
date of the race.
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2008 FPA Barrel Racing Saddle Series
Sponsored by KEL•WEST
RACE DATES
January 11
February 22
March 14
April 11
May 16
June 6
July 18
August 8
September 12
October 10
November 21
December 13 Finals
FINALS, Saturday, December 13—Exhibition 11:00 a.m.
BC 12:30 p.m.
All regular shows are on Friday night. Exhibitions start at 6:00 p.m. and books close
promptly at 7:30 p.m. Call 985-748-5914 from 6:00-7:30 if you are running late. Limit
of ONLY 100 exhibitions per show. Entry fees are $20 each for Open and $7 each for Kiddie.
Exhibitions are $4 each. ($17 payback per entry in Open) Membership dues are $25 for single
and $40 for Family. NBHA rules apply. Membership is required to earn points towards awards—
must enter five (5) shows plus the Final to qualify.
Kiddie Barrels are sponsored by WILLIE ADDISON HEATING and AIR. 10 years old and under as of January
1, 2008. Lead-ins allowed.
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