Barriler@s Kickoff Membership Drive 2024

Keyri Matta
Jan 13, 2024
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January 13, 2024

Passion for Rodeo : On January 13, 2024, the vibrant atmosphere of the rodeo filled the air at Hacienda Margarita, Luquillo as Barrileras, Inc. held its season kickoff event. For its second consecutive year, the association brought together 32 riders , each with the determination to shine on the barrel arena.

Aspirations and Dreams : The main objective of the event was to inspire participants to join as members of Barrileras, Inc. and aspire to qualify for the prestigious competitions of the National Barrel Horse Association (NBHA) in the United States as well as participate in Multicultural Exchanges. From young talents as young as 5 years old to veterans in the sport, everyone shared the common goal of reaching new heights in rodeo.

Community and Growth : Barrileras, Inc., a non-profit organization passionate about promoting rodeo and specializing in barrel events, gymkhana and other western events, has big plans for the future. With an ambitious goal of reaching 50 members in its first three years, the association celebrates diversity and inclusion in a sport that welcomes everyone, regardless of the type of horse.

“This event is not only a competition, but a celebration of the rodeo community,” shared Keyri Lee Matta, President of Barrileras, Inc. “It's incredible to see our family grow year after year, and we are excited for what the future holds.” awaits us."

For more information about Barrileras, Inc. and its exciting future events, visit barreleras.org or follow us on social media.

The events were:

Barrels
Keyhole
Pole Bending
Gymkhana Game: Cupid's Arrow

The official categories for Barrels are:

Youth: 5-12
Teens: 13-18
Adults: 19+
Open: All

Official Time Record

We congratulate all the competitors who participated. To see all participant times and member scores, open the PDF link.

Barrels

Dimensions:

70' between barrels 1 and 2; 90' to third barrel; 40' from the clock to the 1st barrel. (40'x70'x90')
Minimum of 15' between barrels and fences and 30' between 3rd barrel and fence.
Open space for stops.

Rules:

Two rounds with individual times in each round and total average.
Penalty of 5 seconds for each knocked down barrel.
"No Time" penalty for event not completed or out of course or pattern.

ALL AROUND WINNERS OPEN CATEGORY

1st	2nd	3rd	4th	5th
Xiorimar Melendez 69.741	Gabriella M Criado 73.278	Rocio Santiago 80.628	Ana Sofia Irizarry 81.700	Mireilly Santiago 82.930

OPEN CATEGORY BARRELS WINNERS

PRIZE	1ST	2NDO	3RD	4TH	5TH
Featured Averages	Victor Figueroa: 18.932	Gabriella M Criado in Ata: 19.088	Gabriella M Criado in Lucero: 20.232	Keyri Matta 20.301	Ana Sofía Irizarry: 20.499
Round 1	Gabriella M Criado in Ata: 18.803	Gabriella M Criado in Lucero: 19.231	Victor Figueroa 19.356	Ana Sofía Irizarry 20.434	Keyri Matta 20.803
Round 2	Victor Figueroa: 18.508	Gabriella M Criado in Ata: 19.374	Keyri Matta 19.799	Ana Sofia Irizarry 20.564	Xiorimar Melendez 20.698
Faster Times	Victor Figueroa: 18.508	Gabriella M Criado in Ata: 18.803	Gabriella M Criado in Lucero: 19.231	Victor Figueroa: 19.356	Gabriella M Criado in Ata: 19.374

BEST TIMES AT POLE BENDING, KEYHOLE AND CUPID'S ARROW

EVENT	1ST	2NDO	3RD	4TH	5TH
Keyhole	Victor Figueroa: 10.147	Xiorimar Melendez: 10.515	Grabriella M Raised in Ata: 10.880	Ivonne Roman 10.885	Keyri Matta 11.229
Pole Bending	Xiorimar Melendez: 27.365	Kaylee Ayala 31.031	Gabriella M Criado in Ata: 31.443	Rocio Santiago 31.950	Mireilly Santiago 34.711
Cupid's Arrow	Ana Sofía Irizarry: 10.977	Xiorimar Melendez: 11.041	Victor Figueroa: 11.860	Gabriella M Criado in Ata: 11.867	Annie Turri: 12.985