The 2025 Gold Buckle Futurity season concluded in Abilene with a remarkable performance by Cody and Cheyenne McCartney’s gelding, CR Tuff King, also known as Teddy. This 6-year-old son of Woody Be Tuff dominated both the Maturity Tie-Down and Breakaway events, earning over $93,000 and showcasing exceptional speed, control, and versatility. Teddy’s success in winning back-to-back championships in two different events at the same futurity is rare and highlights his outstanding breeding, intelligence, and training by the McCartneys, who are respected trainers and ropers in the industry.
Beyond the futurity circuit, Teddy also excelled in professional rodeos, helping Cheyenne qualify for her fourth National Finals Breakaway Roping. Despite a challenging year personally, including the loss of a family member, the McCartneys remain committed to building a lasting program. Teddy’s achievements reflect not only his talent and heart but also the evolving competitiveness and depth of the rope horse industry, marked by stronger breeding and more skilled trainers. He stands out as a once-in-a-lifetime horse with the potential for a successful future in both futurity and pro-rodeo arenas.
