Rodeo 101

Professional rodeo action consists of two types of events: roughstock events and timed events.

In the roughstock events - bareback riding, saddle bronc riding and bull riding - a contestant's score is equally dependent upon his performance and the animal's performance.

In the timed events - tie-down roping, steer wrestling, team roping and steer roping - a contestant's goal is to post the fastest time in his event. In these events, calves and steers are allowed a head start.

Each scoring section has a description of the event.

Rodeo Lingo. What did the announcer just say?

Rodeo Scoring. How to see what the judges look for.

Bucking animals. What makes them do that? Are they being hurt?