Jackie Crawford Wins Old West World Limited Futurity
The Amarillo competitor secured the Limited Futurity Heading title after a strong performance on four head.
Updated on Oct. 24, 2026 in Rodeo
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Jackie Crawford took home the Limited Futurity Heading win at the 2026 Old West World Championships in Amarillo. Riding her mare Ichis Brown Gypsy, Crawford finished the event with a score of 889.12.
Why it matters
The victory highlights Crawford's long-term investment in her horse, which she has trained personally since it was a yearling. This win underscores the high level of consistency required to succeed at a world championship level.
Crawford finished with an 889.12 on four head, earning an $8,410 prize. Britt Williams placed second with an 884.92, while Mike Kunzler took third with an 884.21.
The players
Jackie Crawford
An accomplished rider who trained her championship mare since it was a yearling.
Ichis Brown Gypsy
The mare ridden by Jackie Crawford to secure the championship title.
Britt Williams
The competitor who finished second in the event with a score of 884.92.
Mike Kunzler
The competitor who finished third in the event with a score of 884.21.
The details
Crawford secured the top spot by completing four consecutive runs with a consistent pace. She credited the win to her trust in the mare's extensive training during the competition.
Timeline
October 17, 2026: Jackie Crawford won the Limited Futurity Heading title.
Season Trajectory
This win at the 2026 Old West World Championships solidifies Crawford's standing in the professional circuit. It signals a shift in the competitive hierarchy as she bridges the gap between training and elite-level success.
Crawford claimed the top prize of $8,410, while second-place finisher Britt Williams took home $7,008. The winning score of 889.12 gave Crawford a 4.20-point margin of victory over the field.
The takeaway
Success in rodeo often stems from long-term dedication to animal training and steady performance under pressure. Consistent practice with a mount from its yearling phase can create a level of coordination that translates into championship-level results.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by The Team Roping Journal.
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