Lure Coursing: Eligible sighthound breeds can compete in lure coursing events that measure their speed, endurance and agility in chasing a mechanized lure. (animalbehaviorcollege.com)
Even so, no one can argue that ridgebacks have not been successful at lure coursing events. (en.wikipedia.org)
The American Sighthound Field Association sponsors lure coursing events, the Australian Shepherd Club of America and the United States Border Collie Club conduct herding trials for their breeds, and the North American Versatile Hunting Dog Association conducts hunting tests and trials for several sporting breeds. (canismajor.com)