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Team Roping As in calf roping, team roping had its origins on the ranch when it became necessary to "doctor" larger livestock on the open range. In this event, two cowhands work as a team to rope and stretch a steer jointly in the fastest possible time. The "header" leaves the box first and throws a loop over the steer's horns while turning the steer away from his partner, the "heeler". The heeler then throws a rope to catch both back legs. Then, each rider pulls the ropes taut and time is called. Each team is allowed a total of three ropes should a toss miss. If the "heeler" only catches one rear leg in the loop, the team incurs a 5-second time penalty. With hours of practicing spent perfecting their timing, competitive team ropers are exciting to watch as they and their skilled mounts complete these catches in a matter of seconds. Fastest time wins.

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