Quamby Rodeo - Steer Wrestling

Steer Wrestling is all about the perfect timing and team work between the steer wrestler and his horse. A horses job is to keep the steer running straight and to keep it from veering away. There is also the ability for his horse to 'rate' the steer and place the contestant just right for his leap and catch. As the horse pulls along side the steer, the contestant leans down from his horse, he leaves his foot in the stirrup and grabs the steers horns. When he has a hold of the horns he uses his feet and body strength to stop the steers from going forward and to put the steer off balance. Once the steer is off balance, the contestant holds grip on the horns to throw the steer on its side .

While strength is an asset, timing and coordination are also very needed. Winning times of this event are usually around five seconds from when the barrier is released with four or less seconds commonplace.