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05/13/2026

Summer is quickly approaching!!

I have some really cool horses available right now.

Horses with really large resumes.
Really cool derby horses.
A free running jackpot horse that has placed at college rodeos.
An awesome step-up horse for a kid that comes with a little maintenance, is paid into the Pink and Ruby Buckle, and will make a great broodmare one day.
I also have some really nice prospects coming along.

If you’re looking for something specific, there’s a good chance I probably have it.

From seasoned horses to young talent with a bright future, I’ve got a little bit of everything this summer.

Let me know if I can help 🙂

05/08/2026

Let’s change the approach for a second because I think sometimes this industry overcomplicates horsemanship to the point it intimidates people who are genuinely trying to learn.

I really like where conversation on horsemanship is going I think it’s very important, but I also want to make sure we don’t alienate the the everyday horse person by making it sound like good horsemanship is some mystical thing only a chosen few can understand.

I find certain words in the barrel horse industry get thrown around so loosely they’ve almost lost all meaning.

“Feel” is probably the biggest one.

Everybody talks about “feel,” but very few can actually explain it in a way that’s useful to someone trying to improve. Most of the time the naked eye can’t even see what someone is supposedly “feeling,” yet it gets used as the ultimate measuring stick for horsemanship.

Real horsemanship is subtle. It’s timing. Pressure. Release. Knowing when to leave one alone and knowing when to step in. It’s understanding what a horse needs before the situation turns into a wreck. A lot of that awareness comes naturally to certain people, and I do believe some horsemen are simply born with more instinct for it than others.

But “feel” also looks different on everyone.

One horseman may feel things through timing. Another through softness. Another through patience. Some naturally stay quiet with their hands. Some can read a horse before the horse ever reacts. There is no exact blueprint for it, which is exactly why it’s so hard to define and even harder to fake.

And honestly, I do believe “feel” is a gift to some degree. You either naturally lean toward it or you don’t.

But here’s the part people need to hear more often.

It is perfectly okay if you do not naturally have “feel.”

There is absolutely nothing wrong with learning technique.

Technique is man made. Technique can be taught. It can be repeated, practiced, refined, and mastered. Good technique can make someone effective, competitive, confident, and very successful with horses.

People need to stop acting like learning technique through systems, drills, body control, mechanics, and fundamentals somehow makes someone less of a horseman. It doesn’t.

That is still horsemanship.
That is still dedication.
That is still someone trying to become better for their horse.

Not everybody needs to overthink this or chase vague explanations that leave them more confused than when they started. Sometimes people just need practical instruction they can understand and apply.

The problem only starts when people confuse polished technique with true feel because they are not the same thing.

One is learned.
One is instinctive.

Happy Friday!

kjm

05/06/2026

Lately I’ve found myself sitting back and just feeling incredibly grateful for the role I get to play in this big industry. My favorite part of this job has never been about the end result it’s about helping people set the stage for their own success and then getting a front row seat to watch it unfold. The past couple of weeks have been especially rewarding in that way.

The “match making” has been so much fun. Watching the right horse and rider come together and click the way they’re supposed to is something I don’t take lightly. It’s exciting, it’s fulfilling, and honestly, it’s why I love what I do.

We’ve got three headed into the 2026 CNFR, which is something I’m really proud of. I cannot wait to watch them go compete. On top of that, seeing the girls consistently placing at pro rodeos has been just as exciting. I’m looking forward to seeing what this summer holds for them because it feels like they’re just getting started.

There’s also something really special about the quiet wins the ones that don’t always get the spotlight. Watching someone fight their way back into the 1D after a long time off is one of those moments that sticks with you. It’s not easy, and it says a lot about their determination.

And then there’s my lesson and tune up crew. This group makes me proud in a way that’s hard to put into words. The work, the consistency, the commitment they’ve earned every bit of what’s coming their way. The past couple of weeks alone have been full of “firsts” derby wins, futurity wins, sub-17 runs, high school rodeo wins, first amateur futurity placings, and even permit fillings. Those milestones matter, and watching them happen in real time is something I don’t take for granted.

I’m just really thankful. Thankful for the trust, the effort, and the opportunity to be a small part of each of your journeys. Thank you all for letting me be involved and for sharing your success with me it’s been a lot of fun to witness.

Happy Wednesday!

kjm

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03/02/2026

The future of barrel racing is growing at a rapid pace. The competition is getting deeper, the horses are getting better, and the standard keeps rising.

If you’re serious about where you want to be a year from now, five years from now you need to plan for that now.

Get yourself a horse that truly fits you.
Your style.
Your goals.
Your budget.
Your level.

Not your friend’s. Not the trend. Yours.

I’ve got some really, really, really cool horses in right now! The kind that make you excited to swing a leg over them and go to work.

They’re moving fast, and for good reason.

Let’s find you the right one!

02/26/2026

I’ve been trying to figure out a way to say this without offending anyone, but I don’t think I can. I mean this with love, but I’m going to be blunt.

I keep seeing posts about not having the “best of the best.” Long explanations about how it’s “just what I can afford right now.” It’s almost like you feel the need to clear your name before you even enter the alley.

Let me save you some mental energy.

No one cares what you show up on at a barrel race.
No one cares if your saddle is brand new or older than your horse.
No one cares how many hours you’ve put in this week.

No one cares that you tipped a barrel.
And truly, no one is dissecting that video you posted saying, “I normally don’t post down barrels,” the way you are in your own head.

And if they are? They’re bored. That’s not your problem.

The truth is, most people are way too wrapped up in their own insecurities, their own runs, their own finances, and their own highlight reels to spend much time judging yours.

So why are you apologizing for where you’re at?

Why are you explaining what you can afford like it’s a character flaw?

Why are you shrinking your accomplishments because they don’t look like someone else’s?

You need to quit worrying about what imaginary critics might think. You need to put yourself first and make decisions based on what works for you, your horse, your budget, and your peace.

Because the second you start caring more about their opinions than your own progress, you’re already discrediting the work you’ve done.

Run what you’ve got.
Ride what you can afford.
Post the video.
Own the hit barrel.
Keep entering.

Confidence isn’t having the best.
It’s standing behind what you have without apologizing for it.

-kjm

02/23/2026

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No one starts out perfect. Not you. Not me. Not the riders we look up to. Growth in barrel racing and in life is built one lesson at a time.

Along the way, there will always be opinions. Some will be thoughtful and helpful. Some will be emotional or unnecessary. Learning how to tell the difference is part of becoming not just a better competitor, but a stronger person.

Constructive criticism, when it comes from the right people, is a gift. It helps you see what you might miss. It sharpens your timing, your feel, your decision-making. Surround yourself with people you trust mentors, friends, fellow competitors who genuinely want to see you succeed. That kind of circle doesn’t just improve your riding, it protects your confidence too.

At the same time, it’s okay to let the unhelpful noise pass by. Not every comment deserves space in your mind.

Developing thick skin isn’t about becoming hardened.

It’s about staying steady.

It’s about caring deeply about your craft and choosing wisely whose voices you allow to shape it.

Keep learning. Keep riding. Keep growing.

Happy Monday friends!

xo,
kjm

02/10/2026

Lately I’ve been thinking a lot about time.
Not the clock watching kind, but the kind someone gives you.

Time is one of the few things we don’t get more of. You can’t Amazon Prime it. You can’t borrow it back. And once someone spends it on you listening, helping, showing up, thinking about your needs that time is gone for them.

And that matters.

Understanding and respecting someone’s time means realizing that effort isn’t automatic. When someone answers your call, replies to your message, makes room in their schedule, or goes out of their way to help you, they are choosing you in that moment. Even when it looks easy. Even when they make it look effortless.

What often gets overlooked is the preparation behind it. The rearranging. The mental space. The energy it takes to care enough to show up correctly. None of that is owed. It’s given.

Respect looks like being prepared.
Respect looks like communicating clearly.

Respect looks like not treating people like they’re on standby for you.

And appreciation? Appreciation is acknowledging the effort, not just the result.

The older I get, the more I realize relationships: personal, professional, all of them aren’t built on grand gestures. They’re built on mutual respect for each other’s time, boundaries, and effort.

If someone is showing up for you, meet them there.

Value it. Protect it. Don’t waste it.

kjm

02/03/2026

“Fast is fine, but accuracy is final. You just learn to be slow in a hurry.”
-Wyatt Earp

Speed can be impressive, but correctness is what lasts. Rushing the process might feel productive in the moment, but speed is unforgiving when the foundation isn’t solid. Horses don’t learn from pressure alone they learn from clear repetition, fair timing, and a release that tells them yes, that was right.

Every ride is a reflection of us. Not just the horse. Our hands, our feet, our patience, our preparation. It takes discipline to slow yourself down when adrenaline is high. It takes maturity to hold yourself accountable instead of blaming the animal underneath you. That’s real horsemanship.

Pushing yourself doesn’t always mean going faster. Sometimes it means asking more of yourself better timing, better feel, better consistency. Know what you’re good at, but don’t hide from your weak spots. That’s where growth lives.

Do it right when no one is watching. Be intentional in the quiet rides, the slow work, the days that don’t feel flashy. Because when you take the time to build it correctly, speed will come naturally and it will stay.

Slow it down. Get it right. Then move forward with confidence.
That mindset is what allows you to handle pressure in the most difficult situations.

When the stakes are high and emotions are loud, muscle memory and correct preparation take over. Horses feel everything our nerves, our urgency, our doubt. When we’ve taken the time to do it right, there’s no panic, no scrambling. Just trust, feel, and ex*****on.

Pressure doesn’t expose weakness it exposes what wasn’t solid to begin with. The riders who can stay calm when it counts are the ones who respected the process long before the spotlight was on them.

Do the work correctly when it’s slow and quiet, so when it’s fast and demanding, you and your horse already know the answer.

That’s how consistency creates confidence.

kjm

01/26/2026

🚨🚨 Two Unicorn Alerts ‼️

Both come with huge resumes and credentials.

Been there. Done that. Won that.

Both are legged up, tuned up, and ready to rock and roll 🤘🏼🎸

Perfect timing with rodeos firing back up.

01/13/2026

I think one of the fastest ways to damage any relationship between a client and a trainer, a rider and their horse, or even someone’s love for barrel racing itself, is comparison.

You can’t compare a circle to a square, and you can’t compare a square to a triangle yet we do it every day in this sport.

Comparison of styles.
Comparison of horses.
Comparison of winning.
Comparison of losing.

It sneaks in quietly, and before you know it, it steals the joy out of the journey.

Every trainer has a different eye, a different program, and a different way of communicating. Every rider learns at a different pace. Every horse has its own mind, heart, and timeline. Trying to stack one against another and expect the same outcome is unfair to everyone involved especially the horse.

Success in this sport is not a cookie-cutter process. What works for one team may not work for the next, and that doesn’t make either one wrong. It just makes them different. Different paths. Different strengths. Different lessons.

When we stop comparing and start trusting the process in front of us, that’s when growth happens. Confidence builds. Communication improves. Real progress starts to show up whether it’s in the pen, in the practice arena, or simply in how you feel walking back to the trailer.

Celebrate the wins. Learn from the losses. Give grace during the in-between. This sport is hard enough without measuring your journey against someone else’s highlight reel.

Stay focused on your goals, your horse, and your team. Comparison will never give you the same outcome but belief, patience, and consistency just might.

kjm