65° Mostly CloudyCalifornia Charreadas
There's a sport played by many Mexicans and Mexican-Americans in a town near you, but you probably haven’t heard of it. Some people call it "Mexican Rodeo". But despite its popularity, it's increasingly hard for its colorful riders to find a place to practice.
Filemon Jara Sr. of San Ysidro gets his horse ready for a Sunday charreada. Pico Rivera, CA.
Published on February 14, 2011
The charros gather in the arena before the competition begins.
Published on February 14, 2011
A charro practices the "floreada" or lasso skills as he rides behind a wild mare.
Published on February 14, 2011
One charro watches another in the very first of the charro tricks, the "cala de caballo", which is meant to show off the horse's discipline.
Published on February 14, 2011
A young boy in full charro gear, with a shirt emblazoned with the city where his father rides: San Ysidro. Men are introduced to charreria from the time they're very little.
Published on February 14, 2011
Filemon Jara Sr. & Filemon Jara Jr. represent two generations of charros from Mexico and the U.S., respectively.
Published on February 14, 2011
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