Steve Fryar (January 31, 1953 – January 10, 2017), was a professional rodeo cowboy.[1]

College career

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In 1977 he was the College National Finals Rodeo steer wrestling champion and southwestern regional champion for Tarleton State University.[2] He graduated from Tarleton State University with a degree in agriculture.[3]

Professional career

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He had a 20-year professional career from 1975-1995 highlighted by a qualification to the 1980 National Finals Rodeo.[2]

Personal life

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His daughter, Stephanie Fryar, qualified for the 2008 National Finals Rodeo.[2] he died in 2017 aged 63.

References

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  1. ^ "Steve Fryar Obituary - Big Spring, TX | GoSanAngelo". Legacy.com. Retrieved January 27, 2017.
  2. ^ a b c TSU Media Relations. "Tarleton inducts four into Rodeo Hall of Fame, presents championship rings - News - Stephenville Empire-Tribune - Stephenville, TX". Yourstephenvilletx.com. Retrieved January 27, 2017.
  3. ^ "Steve Fryar inducted into Tarleton rodeo Hall of Fame on Nov. 14". Martin County Messenger. November 20, 2015. Retrieved January 27, 2017.