In order to successfully complete a team roping, two expert ropers—a header and a heeler—and their horses must work together closely. It is a timed event at a rodeo, much as steer wrestling, barrel racing, and tie-down roping. Beginning in their respective boxes, the header and heeler go forward. In order to successfully complete a team roping, two expert ropers—a header and a heeler—and their horses must work together closely. It is a timed event at a rodeo, much as steer wrestling, barrel racing, and tie-down roping. Beginning in their respective boxes, the header and heeler go forward.