Steve Fryar (January 31, 1953 – January 10, 2017), was a professional

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cowboy.

College career

In 1977 he was the

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steer wrestling champion and

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regional champion for

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. He graduated from Tarleton State University with a degree in agriculture.

Professional career

He had a 20-year professional career from 1975-1995 highlighted by a qualification to the 1980

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Personal life

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

References

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