A Paralyzed Rider’s Mission to Become World Champion

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  • čas přidán 6. 06. 2017
  • Paralyzed in a car accident days before her 18th birthday, Amberley Snyder grew up racing rodeo horses and dreamed of becoming a world champion barrel racer. Despite a medical prognosis that she may never walk again, Snyder motivated herself to get back on her horse. Now, when she isn’t giving motivational speeches she competes in rodeos, her dream of becoming world champion is still going strong.
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Komentáře • 661

  • @owo-owo8733
    @owo-owo8733 Před 4 lety +145

    98% people talking about netflix
    2% Speed Ball Run References

  • @wordie_hunt8234
    @wordie_hunt8234 Před 5 lety +323

    Now that’s a serious rider…

  • @rael2840
    @rael2840 Před 3 lety +19

    You guys dont see it, but her stand keeps her from falling

  • @cityofplant
    @cityofplant Před 7 lety +285

    I have nothing but respect for someone chasing his/her dreams despite having clear disadvantages. I wouldn't be tough enough to even do it.

    • @kaylarae1362
      @kaylarae1362 Před 5 lety +9

      @@nightbird8348 the horse is fine. And most barrel horses love their job. Don't just assume just because you don't like or agree with something

    • @shaleyboyd6904
      @shaleyboyd6904 Před 5 lety +6

      @Siobhan Brennan If you are gonna rant and rave about something then at least learn how to spell and punctuate.... Oh and how to capitalize the right words. And another thing is that you said you couldn't be bothered to tell them how wrong they are but you proceeded to type several huge paragraphs about why you think they are wrong. Yes some equestrians do use huge bits and pull on the horse's mouth a lot but you can't always assume that the horse is in pain just because their mouth is open. I had a gelding that I rode in a hackamore and he ran with his mouth open all the time. And also the horse's ears rotate in the direction that they're listening and since she is on the back of the horse and has to talk to cue him his ears point back. So I do think everyone is entitled to their own opinions, but if you were an equestrians you would understand that the majority of us do care for our horses the best we can and professional equestrians take care of their horses by giving them top notch treatment everyday. Also is riding horses is abuse then why don't we just say that nobody should have pets.

    • @jordis4323
      @jordis4323 Před 5 lety

      Jimbo there’s a movie on Netflix about her go Che it out

    • @brandilebas6330
      @brandilebas6330 Před 5 lety +5

      Nightbird, you are very very wrong. Barrel racers always try their best to be smooth and easy with their hands.... I myself am a barrel racer and there are clinics and videos specially for learning to be soft.. have you ever run barrels? Because if you have you would know that you are extremely wrong 😒 also most barrel horses love their job and are well taken care of. Horses are large animals and are very tough. So before you go on ranting, know what you are talking about 😠

    • @YurimoHikashi
      @YurimoHikashi Před 5 lety

      @@nightbird8348 most Western riders ride bitless though.
      And the aids should be soft, which is definitely the case with the rider in this video, do you have a GED? Then go to a proper equine college and get back to us ok?

  • @gabeng60
    @gabeng60 Před 7 lety +157

    Is she thinking of racing in the Steel Ball Run

    • @Double400
      @Double400 Před 4 lety +19

      "When I think back to why I came to this beach...did I just want to see the start of the race?"

  • @victorvillarreal4217
    @victorvillarreal4217 Před 6 lety +276

    This proves that Johnny can ride a horse

  • @onewingedren2228
    @onewingedren2228 Před 4 lety +22

    Live Action Steel Ball Run looks amazing

  • @bushidotestu1997
    @bushidotestu1997 Před 7 lety +23

    Way more positive then Johnny joestar was

  • @RsRj-qd2cg
    @RsRj-qd2cg Před 3 lety +37

    Up next at 6: local Italian spins steel balls.

    • @minegold975
      @minegold975 Před 2 lety +1

      can you use the silver ration on the balls

  • @xxgamerx1238
    @xxgamerx1238 Před 5 lety +79

    This is basically steel ball run in a nutshell

  • @amietoohey5164
    @amietoohey5164 Před 5 lety +269

    She is on a netflix movie called walk ,ride,rodeo

    • @laylaknafel3221
      @laylaknafel3221 Před 5 lety +11

      Yes I watched that movie I love it

    • @alyssareece9198
      @alyssareece9198 Před 5 lety +7

      Love how I just watched this and a video pops up

    • @kamzalot3
      @kamzalot3 Před 5 lety +1

      Ty

    • @halihunter
      @halihunter Před 5 lety +4

      i know its so good

    • @chrissyjoy08
      @chrissyjoy08 Před 5 lety +10

      Did you know she actually did all the riding "stunts" for the actress in the movie?

  • @pelkinjfelizv8730
    @pelkinjfelizv8730 Před 4 lety +48

    Basically the real life version of jhonny joestar

  • @averysadperson7741
    @averysadperson7741 Před 5 lety +49

    She actualy got a manga called jojos bizzare adventure steel ball run

  • @brandilebas6330
    @brandilebas6330 Před 5 lety +593

    Watch her movie on Netflix, it is so so amazing!! I balled my eyes out god bless❤️❤️
    Edit: wow 71 likes!! Thanks guys I’ve never gotten over 5😅😂😂😂
    Edit#2 wowwww 355 likes thx guys!!!

    • @elliereese4114
      @elliereese4114 Před 5 lety +3

      Brandi LeBas sameeeee

    • @possiblem2107
      @possiblem2107 Před 5 lety +2

      @@elliereese4114 Same .Just watched it . Inspirational

    • @FancySassy80
      @FancySassy80 Před 5 lety +3

      good movie, but very stupid to reach for a map, take off seat belt, vrs..stopping and then going after your map.. specially right after your GPS turns off, just makes her look like a typical blond..
      I'm happy she is alive and achieved her dream ,but if she would have been smarter accident would have never happened.. like the accident scene, I literally said out loud " wow how stupid can you be!!".. just being honest.. again glad she is alive and achieving her dreams and goals. and I wish her all the best in the world..

    • @maudpeters3756
      @maudpeters3756 Před 5 lety +3

      Ik watched the movie it is so good and emotional movie

    • @jordis4323
      @jordis4323 Před 5 lety +2

      Brandi LeBas ikr I watched it! It’s so good

  • @yungmandeux1729
    @yungmandeux1729 Před 4 lety +32

    So this Is the girl who Inspired araki

    • @minegold975
      @minegold975 Před 2 lety +1

      i think this girl was inspired by araki since steel ball run came out in 2005

    • @TheFlowOfCalamity
      @TheFlowOfCalamity Před 3 měsíci +1

      ​@@minegold975no it came out in 2004

  • @RsRj-qd2cg
    @RsRj-qd2cg Před 3 lety +21

    In about 4 years this video will have millions of views as the anime watchers have to verify that a paralyzed person can race on a horse.

    • @teregaty215
      @teregaty215 Před 2 lety

      Es verdad, acabo de ver la película en Netflix 😱

  • @davidcuster5174
    @davidcuster5174 Před 7 lety +35

    "legs" is such a beautiful horse exquisite colors

  • @swesleyc7
    @swesleyc7 Před 7 lety +141

    This woman is a triumph. Good on you! Keep at it! People look to you for inspiration. Lead.

    • @FloorKarpeting
      @FloorKarpeting Před 7 lety +2

      Two Thumbs? This Guy. Your profile pic fits so well 👍

    • @lakshmimiriyala609
      @lakshmimiriyala609 Před 4 lety

      Iam extremely sorry for my over posssieveness hurted someone ✍️ humiliating others is not my intention.loving other pets to create humurious atomosphere ,giving up their daily stress .inot critising their talents but to enjoy something else beyond routine life I praise my horse every day for their bravery adventures 🌻

  • @Yesica1993
    @Yesica1993 Před 7 lety +79

    Wow, I did not think it was physically possible to ride a horse with paralyzed legs - much less to compete in this way! Amazing young woman!

    • @annettevillain4352
      @annettevillain4352 Před 5 lety +4

      Yesica1993 Look up equine facilitated therapy

    • @melissabayer8254
      @melissabayer8254 Před 5 lety +7

      You should see some of the para riders in the Olympics. They have no legs and no arms!

    • @Galemor1
      @Galemor1 Před 5 lety +7

      A horse makes you complete.
      No legs, no arms, it doesn't matter.
      When the horse understands what you want, it will help you.
      They are loving creatures that is often abused by humans.
      We will whip them into submission, even when we don't have to.

    • @Blue-vd6bv
      @Blue-vd6bv Před 4 lety +7

      Learn the spin and you'll be good

    • @alifdoll6372
      @alifdoll6372 Před 3 lety +3

      @@Blue-vd6bv this man be spitting fact

  • @BigLennyBekowski
    @BigLennyBekowski Před 7 lety +99

    I was about to say something JoJo related but I'm already beat, well done

  • @huntersharp9445
    @huntersharp9445 Před 7 lety +100

    JoJo part 7

  • @Marycoleman333
    @Marycoleman333 Před 5 lety +75

    I saw the movie on Netflix and loved it
    So amazing
    So powerful
    So determined
    She should go down in history

  • @tofucube7703
    @tofucube7703 Před 4 lety +12

    Steel ball run live action looks promising

  • @JojovonKoopa
    @JojovonKoopa Před 4 lety +23

    Last time I checked Johnny Joestar was male.

  • @barrydouglas4179
    @barrydouglas4179 Před 5 lety +32

    Just watched her movie. Absolutely amazing. Shes great!!!!!

  • @EnhancedAutism
    @EnhancedAutism Před 7 lety +108

    Arigato... Gyro

    • @chp763
      @chp763 Před 7 lety +4

      Enhanced Autism i hate you

    • @bayam4391
      @bayam4391 Před 5 lety +7

      @@chp763 Just stop

    • @1anator
      @1anator Před 3 lety

      @@chp763 fuck you

  • @zoomziller
    @zoomziller Před 3 lety +11

    her closing at the beginning of the video reminds me of johnny's clothing

  • @angierivero7679
    @angierivero7679 Před 5 lety +32

    The movie on Netflix is called Walk Ride Rodeo its about her

    • @loveanimals550
      @loveanimals550 Před 5 lety +2

      angie Rivero btw that were her goals in therapy

  • @Kayss.a
    @Kayss.a Před 3 lety +5

    She has her own Movie located on Netflix, it’s called “Walk. Ride. Rodeo” her story is absolutely amazing! As well as inspiring

  • @farhanaliqureshi3908
    @farhanaliqureshi3908 Před 7 lety +37

    One badass rodeo rider. Awesome!

  • @markk6809
    @markk6809 Před 5 lety +2

    (Marks wife ), I cried watching the film and I adore your drive , it’s very sad what happened to you and it’s never stopped you , I could literally brag about you for ever x

  • @bertthedude9644
    @bertthedude9644 Před 4 lety +7

    Johnny Joestar is that you?

  • @risakyu
    @risakyu Před 5 lety +118

    She will be the one who will stop trump valentine from achieving his ambition

  • @hannahmargaret7281
    @hannahmargaret7281 Před 5 lety +12

    This just proves that there is NO NEED to be kicking the shit out of your horse like almost every barrel racer does

  • @eeee3110
    @eeee3110 Před 5 lety +4

    I had a accident when I was four, a really tame dressage horse bolted on me, but now it’s my quest to compete in dressage. I didn’t get back on a horse for 7 years. And now I can ride again!

  • @nancy6160
    @nancy6160 Před 3 lety +2

    She obviously has a lot of support and help which is such a blessing. She deserves it.

  • @sarnethan1622
    @sarnethan1622 Před 7 lety +53

    so where's the female gyro?

    • @chp763
      @chp763 Před 7 lety +1

      ari vingot i hate you

    • @celestialspeck6915
      @celestialspeck6915 Před 7 lety +13

      Damn, you're telling everyone that you hate them, don't you?

    • @greaseddude8396
      @greaseddude8396 Před 4 lety +1

      La Geor bruh we get it you hate everyone

    • @drnexel
      @drnexel Před 3 lety

      Not female, but.. : czcams.com/video/cgPekwKK7JM/video.html

  • @ipad.unknown
    @ipad.unknown Před 7 lety +52

    Damn! You go girl!!! Amazing.

  • @gatsuv3nom739
    @gatsuv3nom739 Před 7 lety +112

    JOHNNY JOESTAR

  • @dominicellison9427
    @dominicellison9427 Před 5 lety +2

    For anyone who hasn’t had the luck of having a horse in their life it is truly life changing. I went from living downtown in a major city in Washington to living on a farm in Montana and my soul has never felt cleaner. My horse experience was zero a calendar year ago and now I’m planning a multi day solo camp trip with them.

    • @kaylarae1362
      @kaylarae1362 Před 5 lety

      I live in Washington now xD. I don't live on a farm or anything but I have had horses in the family since I was born. They just board at someone's house

    • @dominicellison9427
      @dominicellison9427 Před 5 lety

      I have severe PTSD so being able to work with my horses every day and being away from the city helps me manage my stress levels and lets me know that there is something worth working for.

  • @amayafuller8895
    @amayafuller8895 Před 5 lety +1

    I remember reading about Amberley a few years ago, she is so inspirational.

  • @anujoshi2060
    @anujoshi2060 Před 5 lety +2

    I rode professional race horses at the race course for over a decade, today I cannot sit on a horse for more than thirty seconds , with all faculties in place - by the grace of .... ! Amberley - is a perfect phenomena, of both mental & physical - Grit - Par Excellence - beyond all bounds - A Standing example , inspiring to the core , the Film is Brilliant !!!

  • @robertbowen6610
    @robertbowen6610 Před 4 lety +3

    To the brave women and there amazing horses that keep dreams alive my daughter saw this and was inspired thank you both for your perseverance

  • @MrStupidarmy
    @MrStupidarmy Před 7 lety +62

    So what's her 『STAND』name?

    • @Blue-vd6bv
      @Blue-vd6bv Před 4 lety +17

      @RevengeKitteh physical embodiment of your mental fortitude or your fighting spirit

    • @fatbaldbastard5493
      @fatbaldbastard5493 Před 3 lety +1

      @ShadowKitteh JoJo reference

  • @iDontCareAtAllllllll
    @iDontCareAtAllllllll Před 7 lety +1

    Thank u :) I'm doing huge exams today and this really made me feel a little better

  • @aubreeyoung3002
    @aubreeyoung3002 Před 5 lety +1

    This story is so inspiring to me, I watched her story on Netflix and I’m just in Awe

  • @saramarie4651
    @saramarie4651 Před 5 lety

    You are an inspiration, much love to you and keep following those dreams ♥️

  • @NutsNBolts-fv9kx
    @NutsNBolts-fv9kx Před 4 lety +8

    Where's her Italian buddy?

  • @AyahAbdin
    @AyahAbdin Před 5 lety +1

    One strong, inspiring and unbelievable woman. Super impressive! I hope she always chances her dreams

  • @mylenevlog64
    @mylenevlog64 Před 3 lety

    Done watching here story and i can say its a WOW! Very inspiring😍😍

  • @Tynlee_Wilson
    @Tynlee_Wilson Před 2 lety

    This is so inspirational and inspiring. I cannot wait to watch her movie!

  • @lawrenceduncan152
    @lawrenceduncan152 Před 5 lety

    It takes a lot of pride to tell yourself, you are ready to get back in the saddle. I offer you guts and glory for encouraging yourself to ride again. If you wish, you can respond. I've helped others with the same problem. Blessings upon you and thank you

  • @fh11235
    @fh11235 Před 7 lety +1

    I met this person once. She is so cool!

  • @flatbroke_9246
    @flatbroke_9246 Před 5 lety

    You’re story is amazing

  • @CamoCowgirl
    @CamoCowgirl Před 5 lety

    I met her a couple weeks ago and actually competed with her!! She is so nice!

  • @kajsastinakindstrom4511
    @kajsastinakindstrom4511 Před 5 lety +1

    You are one of my biggest inspirations im from sweden and i also started ridning when i was 3 i started barrel race when i was 7 and now im 12 years old and im very good at barrel racing i compit with adults and i still win i am so proud of me but in school i get bullied i always get depressed when i am in school but when i get home i just saddle up my horse and ride on and when i fell defited i think of you and just say IF she dosen’t give up then i wont give up

  • @sm8634
    @sm8634 Před 5 lety

    You are truly inspiring!!!

  • @alva909
    @alva909 Před 7 lety +1

    Very inspiring! Thumps up!

  • @GS-dq7sf
    @GS-dq7sf Před 5 lety

    Good for you! Keep it up

  • @rodneypickens5095
    @rodneypickens5095 Před 4 lety +1

    I saw her movie on Netflix. So amazing, powerful, and inspirational. She is beyond incredible.

  • @bobbyrobsonequestrian1289

    I have just watched the film on Netflix it is incredible you are so inspirational 🥰🥰🥰

  • @tatianak47
    @tatianak47 Před 3 lety

    Walk, ride, rodeo is one of my favorite movies. You have an inspirational story

  • @ilsastruve6023
    @ilsastruve6023 Před 3 lety

    Amazing! So inspiring. Loved the movie too!

  • @lynetteconnor757
    @lynetteconnor757 Před 6 lety +1

    Amazing!! Go girl! never give up

  • @shilpaparthasarathy8426

    We are proud of you keep it up

  • @wolfsrule100
    @wolfsrule100 Před 5 lety +1

    Such a inspiration!!! I’m waiting to get back in the saddle after a riding accident left me with a badly broken ankle. If she can do it I know I can!

  • @juliejay5436
    @juliejay5436 Před 5 lety +1

    Bloody amazing! You go girl!

  • @ashleydouglas5260
    @ashleydouglas5260 Před 5 lety +1

    I have seen her race before she is wonderful. I watched her new movie and I found out that I lived like right next to her.

  • @gabriellaherbek2757
    @gabriellaherbek2757 Před 5 lety

    I love watching these videos because they are so awesome and fun to watch

  • @ColorfulMusicNeko
    @ColorfulMusicNeko Před 5 lety +1

    This warms my heart so much as an equestrian! If I couldn't ride ever again I probably would hate my life.

  • @MeRaceHorsesTM
    @MeRaceHorsesTM Před 5 lety +2

    And now she has her own movie on netflix! Congrats❤

  • @madisonschannelmcknight7002

    Hi,I am paralyzed and I always wanted to ride a horse and I am 10 and I never could ride one and I think it's really cool u can ride a horse! Maybe one day i could ride a horse like u !

  • @theredneckgirls3733
    @theredneckgirls3733 Před 3 lety

    Great job that's something to be proud of good luck at your next competition and your horse is pretty and nice

  • @mrgreyproductions
    @mrgreyproductions Před 5 lety +1

    Can’t wait for the movie!

  • @lunathedragongamer21
    @lunathedragongamer21 Před 5 lety

    Wow, good for you!!! Keep it up !

  • @LisaMichele
    @LisaMichele Před 7 lety +7

    What a truly beautiful story!

  • @tailsnatched3254
    @tailsnatched3254 Před 5 lety +3

    I just watched the movie and it’s incredible!!!!

  • @giomunoz9484
    @giomunoz9484 Před 7 lety +3

    I love your guys work keep going

    • @chp763
      @chp763 Před 7 lety

      Gio Munoz i hate you

  • @dianeerbe9131
    @dianeerbe9131 Před 5 lety

    You are so special and I think that other girls will watch and see this and they can move forward with there disablities. You go girl.

  • @prairiemitchell1450
    @prairiemitchell1450 Před 5 lety

    This is awesome!!

  • @Gore-dv5mh
    @Gore-dv5mh Před 5 lety

    Shes amazing! This video is motivation that you can do anything!

  • @georginalee2116
    @georginalee2116 Před 5 lety +1

    Everyone head over to Netflix!! I just watched her movie and I’m in awe of this amazing woman!! Horse riding is my passion so I really feel for her! The horses make our lives better! The movie is called Walk. Ride. Rodeo

  • @summerdespain2056
    @summerdespain2056 Před 3 lety

    Great video to use with elementary students when teaching goal setting.

  • @anna-or6wc
    @anna-or6wc Před 5 lety

    Aw you should be on a movie to give out a note to everyone, P.S I do horse back riding and I kept falling off the horse, you encouraged me to never give up

  • @drowningpotatoes
    @drowningpotatoes Před 5 lety +2

    Walk.Ride.Rodeo. is the best movie ever🐎

  • @annabethjackson2864
    @annabethjackson2864 Před 5 lety +1

    Walk ride rodeo is my favorite movie she has inspired me to never give up

  • @biancarathbone3420
    @biancarathbone3420 Před 3 lety

    she inspires me so much

  • @DmarcusBaus
    @DmarcusBaus Před 3 lety +3

    [ L E S S O N 5 ] Kono Tamini

  • @erinvaughn3739
    @erinvaughn3739 Před 5 lety +1

    Your Awesome !! 💜🙏💜🙏

  • @poppyhammond5193
    @poppyhammond5193 Před 3 lety

    Your film is amazing

  • @gracie1783
    @gracie1783 Před 3 lety

    I am working on barrel racing, and I hope I can be as good as her some day

  • @wren1629
    @wren1629 Před 5 lety

    I watched the show Walk Ride Rodeo and fell in love with it! It is such an amazing thing to do! She is so inspirational!!

  • @erinvaughn3739
    @erinvaughn3739 Před 5 lety +1

    Your Horse is Awesome !! 💜🙏💜🙏

  • @swissexpress9277
    @swissexpress9277 Před 7 lety

    Hearty congratulations

  • @siddharthgupta219
    @siddharthgupta219 Před 7 lety +1

    Made me cry!

  • @lachiquis0721
    @lachiquis0721 Před 5 lety +1

    Wow tu Historia es muy bonita 👍🏼😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘👏👏👏👏👏

  • @emilyelizabeth2134
    @emilyelizabeth2134 Před 3 lety

    This is amazing how she does this i watched the movie right after and OMG it so crazy

  • @callinoel
    @callinoel Před 4 lety +1

    I’m watching your movie walk.ride.rodeo rn and it so heartbreaking but so amazing!it have a beautiful meaning and it inspires me beacause now I ride horses beacause of your movie!its just such a touching movie

  • @estalitavanschalkwyk2873

    You have been suvh an inspiration to me.

  • @itsallgood7483
    @itsallgood7483 Před 7 lety +1

    Good Luck Miss Beautiful !