Ashley Castleberry Earns Big Win in Puyallup

Ashley Castleberry took home a title in Puyallup thanks to a great showing in the Finals. Castleberry opened the rodeo with a fourth and a second-place finish in her first two rounds.

In the Semis Castleberry placed fourth, meaning she was the last Barrel Racer to advance to the Shootout.

She took full advantage, posting the second-fastest time of the rodeo at 14.21 seconds.

Castleberry kept it simple after her win.

“We are just living for God’s plan.”

She will be heading to her first career NFR this December after what has already been a career-year.

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