lot has changed for team ropers since I made my first National Finals 44 years ago in 1980. Team roping became a standard event, which means it's mandatory at every professional rodeo, and more rodeos than ever add equal money. More people are making a living with a rope than ever before in 2024, and that's progress. But make no mistake, it's still a tough way to go financially, whether you're a professional team roper or
