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Year Inducted: 2007
Home State: OR & WA
Known as the “Miracle Barrel Racer,” Kalyn Brooks defied all odds against her physical limitations, living an accomplished life in and outside of the rodeo arena. She was born with numerous birth defects: abnormalities of hands and legs, profound deafness and growth hormone deficiency. However, Brooks’ drive to win kept her going. In her short life, she intensely worked on her barrel racing techniques, became Miss NPRA (Northwest Pro Rodeo Association) in 1997 and continuously traveled the rodeo circuit up and down the West coast. This feisty and ferocious competitor made her last run in 2001 and passed away leaving behind a lasting memory full of tenacious determination.
