Amberley Snyder is an American barrel racer champion. She is known as an inspirational figure for resuming her rodeo career, even after a fatal accident that had left her paralyzed below the waist. Snyder is a born rider and had started riding when she was a toddler. Her passion for the sport soon turned into a career, and she began participating in various competitions. Snyder had already won buckles by the age of 7. She simultaneously participated in events such as pole bending and breakaway roping. Unfortunately, she severely injured her vertebra in a car crash. The doctors were not sure if she would ever be able to walk again. This incident impacted her deeply. Along with physiotherapy, she had to go to rehab to stay motivated. However, Snyder proved to be a fighter and stunned everyone when she not only recovered but also resumed her rodeo career. She then became a motivational speaker and attempted to inspire people with her story. Snyder has also written an inspirational book that tells readers how to overcome adversity. She currently competes as a barrel racer and breakaway roper.