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Professional Barrel Racer Amberly Snyder has turned her tragedy into triumph!

August 12, 2025 11:00 AM • 
Currey McCullough, RFD-TV News Staff

After a devastating crash left her paralyzed, Professional Barrel Racer Amberly Snyder defied all odds to get back in the saddle, both in competition and life.

The Farm Monitor takes us along to see how Amberley turned her tragedy into triumph.

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