The Foundation
About the Founder
– Ryan Crawford
Box Seat Management represents the evolution of a proven jockey management journey — refined, selective, and built for the next level of racing.
Ryan Crawford’s background in the sport began as a jump jockey in his youth before relocating to Australia. Like most who have lived the racing life, the passion never fades. In 2023, Ryan was given the opportunity to manage a rider, leading to the formation of Crawford Sports Management.
That experience laid the foundation for a hands-on, results-driven approach, with multiple riders successfully guided through key stages of their careers.
Box Seat Management has since been launched as a boutique, elite jockey management service, designed for riders competing — or aspiring to compete — at provincial and metropolitan level. The focus is firmly on quality over quantity, with a highly personalised approach to career planning, opportunity management, and rider wellbeing both on and off the track.
The Business Advantage
What sets Ryan apart is his extensive background as a Business Development Manager in the finance industry, where professionalism, communication, negotiation, and relationship management are non-negotiable. This experience translates directly into the racing industry — ensuring clear communication with trainers, strategic placement of riders, and a reliable, business-minded approach to jockey representation.
Ryan works closely with his riders and maintains strong professional relationships with leading trainers across Queensland and interstate. Every decision is deliberate and strategic, with the aim of placing jockeys on the right horses, at the right time, in the right environments.
The ambition is clear: to build Box Seat Management into one of the most respected jockey management services in the state and beyond — known for integrity, advocacy, professionalism, and performance at the highest levels of racing.
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We are selective with our roster. If you are ready to elevate your career, we invite you to enquire.
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QUEENSLAND AUSTRALIA