World champion team ropers Clay O'Brien Cooper and Jake Barnes give step-by-step instructions on several types of roping as well as heading and heeling practice

Includes bibliographical references (p. 151) and index.

Published for devotees of the cowboy and the West, American Cowboy covers all aspects of the Western lifestyle, delivering the best in entertainment, personalit

Examines the history of rodeo, the skills needed for the team roping event, and some of the legends of the rodeo arena.

Describes the origins, training, and techniques of calf roping, as well as animals adn gear used, judging the event at a rodeo, and more.