CRAWFORD’S COMEBACK

After not having the season she wanted in 2022, Crawford, the 20-time world champion, came back full-force in 2023. The mother, wife and competitive cowgirl set her eyes on winning the Crown Jewel of Rodeo and continuing to pursue her dreams; and she’s been doing just that.

Since ending up 17th in the world standings last year, Crawford has earned $17,634.68 towards making the 2023 National Finals Breakaway Roping. She is sitting 13th in the standings as of March 21, and her 2.26-second run making her the winner of $600,000 at The American is going to be a great asset as she rolls through the summer and beyond. “When my kids find their passion, this is going to be second to them; so I want to give it all I have while I can,” Crawford said after her American win. “When it’s time, I want to look back and say I didn’t leave anything on the table.”