Heel Horse of the Year? Who Deserves It and Why?

The Score from The Team Roping Journal

In one of the most anticipated episodes of The Score, host Chelsea Shaffer brings back the annual deep dive into the top heel horses of the year. This year’s conversations are full of insight, loyalty and a bit of friendly debate among elite ropers.

We’re hearing directly from the best in the business:

Coleby Payne – breaking down why his bay gelding may be the new frontrunner over the three-time Horse of the Year, Kadabra King.

Travis Graves, Jake Long, Levi Lord, and Wesley Thorp, offering their personal picks, stories, and what really makes a heel horse worthy of the title.

Whether it's Turbo, Coon, Sug, Boon, or Mabel — the opinions are strong, and the respect for great horses runs deep. From arena-tested consistency to raw speed and grit, these pro team ropers explain what separates the greats from the good ones.

f you’re a fan of team roping, horsepower, or just want a peek behind the curtain of what goes into choosing the PRCA/AQHA Heel Horse of the Year, this episode is for you.

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🔊 Listen now to get the inside edge on this year’s hottest heel horses before the ballots go in.