9TH RALLY EDITION: OCTOBER 10 – 19, 2024

#152

Chaos Finders

This is Samantha and Becky’s fourth year competing in the Rebelle Rally. Early in 2020, a friend told Sam about Rebelle. She followed the preparations of the Rally teams all year and watched the competition in October 2020. Inspired by the event, she quickly asked Becky Brophy to be her teammate, and they started training with Rebelle U to compete in 2021. Prior to this, the pair had very little experience off road, and no experience with map and compass navigation. The 2021 Rally was a huge success for Sam and Becky, returning home with a top 10 finish and “Rookie of the Year” award. Rebelle Rally 2022 was full of new challenges for Becky and Sam but they were able to land a podium finish. For 2023 Rebelle, they earned a stage win in a Bone Stock 4Runner. This year Samantha and Becky are looking forward to expanding their experience with TOTAL CHAOS FABRICATION mid travel suspension in a purpose built 2024 Toyota Tacoma.

Sponsored By:

TOTAL CHAOS FABRICATION

Samantha Barber

Navigator

I live on a horse farm in Kentucky. My husband and I have 2 incredible daughters. I have a strong passion for developing myself and others.

Occupation:

Toyota Senior Manager

Residence:

Frankfort, KY

Favorite Quote:

You can fail at what you don't want. So you might as well take a chance on doing what you love. - Jim Carrey

Fun Fact:

I have 2 engineering degrees and love training horses.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

Rebelle Rally is a way to challenge so many aspects of how I think and push myself. I love that Rebelle is a competition that is all about accuracy and strategy.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

I am inspired most when I can help someone achieve a goal of theirs.

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

GOOP- Gyneth x Brene: On the Roots of Shame, Courage and Vulnerability
First, Break all the Rules – Curt Coffman
No Ceiling, No Walls – Susan Colantuono

Greatest adventure to date?

Life - Every aspect of it is a daily adventure. I cherish all that I get to do and experience.

Prior Years Competed:

2021, 2022, 2023

Awards Achieved:

2021: Rookie of the Year, 2022: 3rd place, 2023: stage win

Becky Brophy

Driver

Three of my favorite things are the outdoors, music, and sports. I really enjoy learning new things and helping people.

Occupation:

Toyota Senior Engineer

Residence:

Georgetown, KY

Favorite Quote:

Try not to suck -Chaos

Fun Fact:

My husband and I got married in Costa Rica.

Why the Rebelle? Why now?

Because it's the coolest thing I've ever done. Can't stop, won't stop.

Who, or what, inspires you most?

Mark Rober - I admire his work ethic. He is such a proponent about helping the environment and teaching kids about STEM.

Top three favorite podcasts / books / shows

Doctor Who
Schitt’s Creek
Spongebob Squarepants

Greatest adventure to date?

Rebelle Rally

Prior Years Competed:

2021, 2022, 2023

Awards Achieved:

2021: Rookie of the Year, 2022: 3rd place, 2023: stage win

Vehicle

2024 Toyota Tacoma