RODEO NEWS

Natalie Morales takes on barrel racing in “Never Too Late” Series on CBS Mornings

By Ann Bleiker

Natalie Morales, who is now a correspondent for CBS News, decided to take her love for horses and riding to a new level. She got her start riding English but then got connected with WPRA barrel racer and stuntwoman Tonia Forsberg to take on the sport of barrel racing. Check out how it went. Natalie – we hope you continue to craft your barrel racing skills and thanks for featuring a sport we love!

You Tube video — Natalie Morales takes on barrel racing in "Never Too Late"
In our "Never Too Late" series, CBS News correspondent Natalie Morales shares her journey from childhood love of horses to English riding and now the challenge of barrel racing, proving it's never too late to chase a dream.

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