The result saw the Lilywhites rise to 13th in the table, as they prepare for their final game of the season - a trip to Nottingham Forest - next weekend.
Speaking after the win against the Tykes, Preston's interim head coach Frankie McAvoy praised defender Jordan Storey for getting himself on the score-sheet, and claimed: “Jordan is a threat when we can get him forward into the box. It’s been a couple of seasons since he managed to score from a set piece when we played at QPR.
“Jordan has done well of late to be fair to him. There was one moment in the first half when he allowed the ball to bounce and Cauley Woodrow cut the ball back for Conor Chaplin who sort of scuffed his shot wide. Jordan is only a young boy and still learning his trad, he’s going to make the odd mistake.
“The important thing for him was that him, (Andrew) Hughesy and big Liam defended well against a Barnsley front three that are tough, they were big strong boys up there.”
Here are today's biggest transfer stories and the latest team news involving Preston North End and the rest of the Championship, as the reaction to last weekend's action continues:
9. Lilywhites linked with Dale
Preston North End, Sunderland, Blackburn and Ipswich have all been linked with Crewe Alexandra forward Owen Dale. The 12-goal forward netted twice in his side's win over Charlton last week, and will be in high demand when the transfer window opens. (Football Insider) Photo: Nathan Stirk
10. Forest in three-way scrap for Yates
Nottingham Forest look to have joined Blackburn and Bristol City in keeping tabs on Blackpool sensation Jerry Yates. The League One hot-shot has propelled his side into the play-off places with 20 goals this season. (The Athletic) Photo: Pete Norton