Sister act: Annandale sisters to compete in novice barrel racing at Hamel Rodeo

Ruth Nicolaus
Jul 9, 2025
Jul 9, 2025

wolff sisters by cadyns captures (1).jpg — The three Wolff sisters: Kendra, Ashley and Kaylee (in front) will compete in the novice barrel racing at the Hamel Rodeo.
Photo by Cadyn’s Captures

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A sister trio will barrel race at the Hamel Rodeo in Minnesota this month.

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kendra wolff by cadyns captures.jpg — Kendra and her horse Twister.
Photo by Cadyn’s Captures

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ashley wolff by cadyns captures.jpg — Ashley and her horse Kricket.
Photo by Cadyn’s Captures

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kaylee wolff by cadyns captures.jpg — Kaylee and her horse Joni Pony.
Photo by Cadyn’s Captures

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Freelance writer Ruth Nicolaus loves the Great Plains and its people. She lives in eastern Nebraska. Reach her at editorial@midwestmessenger.com.