Steer Roping Research Paper

It is my pleasure to introduce you to our latest inductee to the National Cowboy Hall of Fame. It is said that this man is unbeatable. He has won eight world titles--six in tie-down roping, one in steer roping, and one all-around-cowboy award. Not only did he claim those honors, but he also set the world record for most money earned in a rookie season and claimed the all-around rookie cowboy title in 1976.

Born on November 13, 1955, in Hobbs, New Mexico, he was raised by a family of ropers. His dad, Tuffy, and his mom, Betty, were also champion ropers. It was in his blood to be great.

As a child he was severely afflicted with asthma which gave him little promise of becoming a professional roper. But by the time he was