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Team roping is a popular rodeo event mostly played by cowboys and cowgirls. This is the only rodeo event which allows men and women to compete equally even with mixed gender team members. It is also called as heading and heeling. Basically, a team is composed of two players-the header and the heeler. The header is the one who ropes the steer either on the neck or horns while the heeler is the one to rope the steer behind the legs.

This rodeo event was a technique developed by cowboys working in ranches. They used the technique in order to capture full grown animals such as cows. During the earlier years, it was just a chore. However, because of enormous interests of people, it became a popular event wherein cowboys and cowgirls compete with each other. Rodeo events usually receive large numbers of spectators.

Basically, steers are lined up inside a chute with spring doors. Each side of the chute comes with an area called box and the header is positioned in one side. A taut rope is used by the header which is called the barrier. Once the header is ready, the spring doors of the chute will be released by an assistant who allows the steer to go running.

Once the steer reaches the end of the rope, the barrier will be released and the header must rope the steer with either of the legal catches namely:

•Clean horn catch - lasso of the two horns
•Neck Catch - lasso around the neck
•Half head catch - lasso around the neck and one horn

This event requires speed and accuracy. Once the dally is made by the header, he maneuvers his horse to the left side while the steer is still running. When the heeler finds a clear way, he throws the rope and attempts to lasso the steer's rear feet. This technique will hold the animal still. Once finished, the official will wave the flag signalling the time to stop and taking record of the time spent for the event.

A five second penalty is charged for roping only 1 leg of the steel and 10 second penalty for breaking the barrier generally called as Cowboy Speeding Ticket. In a professional level team, it usually takes only a matter of 4 to 12 seconds to complete the task. In contrast, low level teams usually take longer to finish the task.

This rodeo tournament is well recognized by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (PRCA) and the International Professional Rodeo Association. Based on the standards of PRCA, the weight of the calf used must be at least 220 to 280 pounds. In addition, the animal must be strong and should not have any sickness.

Horses used in the event are usually American quarter horse. It is because these horses show strength and power to turn the steer after roping. They are also taller and heavier compared to other types of horses. American quarter horses also have the agility to move fast and to react on the riders command.

Team roping needs particular equipments in order to participate in the event. The following is the list of team roping equipments:

•Horse
•Saddle
•Bridle
•Protective boots
•Ropes
•Bale of hay with practice head
•A saw horse used to practice heeling
•A pickup truck
•A horse trailer
•Food for the horse

Team roping requires coordination and timing. These skills are very crucial in achieving your objective in the least time possible. Another important element of team roping is the effectiveness of your grip on the rope. Most team roping events use the Mexican Vaquero grip and swing. This has been adapted because in most cases, the rope's back swing is difficult to manage with any other grip and swing.

Another essential technique in team roping is the proper body position. Correct positioning allows you to use your body to your own advantage. This is crucial because it provides you the best balance needed whenever you are roping. It will also help you advance your horse riding skills. Finally, it is highly important to have enough practice for both team members so as to develop their coordination.

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