What happens if the header doesn't change the direction of the steer in team roping?

In team roping, if the header does not change the direction of the steer, the run is considered a disqualification. The header's primary responsibility is to rope the steer and effectively control its movement, typically by turning it to a specific direction. If the header fails to accomplish this, it undermines the integrity of the roping process and disrupts the intended maneuver of the team. Consequently, any failure to properly direct the steer results in the team being disqualified from that run, as the established rules of the event require that the steer be turned for a legal catch to be valid. This emphasizes the importance of the header's role and decision-making in successfully completing the run.