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Texas cowboy Rustin Jeffcoat escapes serious injury at IFYR in Shawnee

2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 10:14 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Texas cowboy Rustin Jeffcoat escapes serious injury at IFYR in Shawnee

Summary

Rustin Jeffcoat, an 18-year-old cowboy from Splendora, Texas, experienced a harrowing ride during the first round of the bareback bronc event at the 2026 International Finals Youth Rodeo in Shawnee on July 12. After being bucked off, Jeffcoat's hand became caught in the rigging, leading to him being dragged for 40 seconds before pickup men could secure the horse and free him. Although he tore ligaments in his ankle and sustained bruises, he reported no broken bones. Jeffcoat stated that he likely will not return to compete in this year’s event but is preparing for a rodeo career at Sam Houston State University starting this fall.

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Status Watch

•Jeffcoat was dragged for 40 seconds after falling during a bronc ride.
•He will not compete further in the IFYR unless his condition improves.
•The annual rodeo event runs through Friday at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center.
•Jeffcoat is set to join the Sam Houston State University rodeo team this fall.

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10:14 PMYahoo Sports — Texas cowboy avoids serious injury in wild ride at IFYR in Shawnee

What they're saying

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Splendora, Texas, athlete Rustin Jeffcoat was dragged around an arena in Shawnee for 40 seconds after getting bucked during a bareback bronc event.
— Yahoo Sports

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