Competing for the Crown
To compete for the title of Miss Rodeo America, a contestant must win her state competition and carry her state title into the national competition. Additionally, she must meet the contestant eligibility rules and regulations as set forth by the Miss Rodeo America Pageant.
The
rewards for competing in the Miss Rodeo America Pageant are numerous.
In addition to the
many gifts and awards presented to contestants from
gracious sponsors, young women are given
the opportunity to garner one of the richest experiences of their lives
and at the same time
create
solid foundations for their future endeavors. Financial assistance
to further their educations is available through MRA
scholarship awards.
Miss Rodeo America is awarded a myriad of prizes, including a $10,000
educational scholarship, a wardrobe of Wrangler jeans and shirts, Justin
Boots, Resistol Hats, riding equipment and accessories...just to name
a few. Lifelong friendships are made and many doors are opened to non-winners
as well as the young lady selected to wear the coveted title of Miss
Rodeo America. She becomes a part of a great legacy...and part of history...yesterday,
today, and tomorrow.
THE
COMPETITION
During the week long competition, contestants are judged equally
in three categories: appearance, personality and horsemanship. The
scores
from
a contestant's speech presentation, photogenic judging, interviews,
extemporaneous questions, introductions, and fashion show presentation
are also included.
The HORSEMANSHIP COMPETITION is a vital part of the Miss Rodeo America Pageant. Miss Rodeo America is introduced during professional rodeo performances, rides horseback in parades and makes countless other appearances where she is expected to ride an American Quarter Horse. During the competition, contestants draw for the horses they will compete on in each of the two rounds of horsemanship competition. These horses belong to Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association Stock Contractors and are unfamiliar to the contestants.
In the APPEARANCE CATEGORY, contestants should be aware of what is fashionable western dress and contestants should be knowledgeable on current trends in the western wear industry. Other considerations are attractiveness and grooming—to include neatness and cleanliness in every detail. Meticulous care in general grooming is essential for a young lady to be considered for the title of Miss Rodeo America.
Intelligence and good common sense is a big factor in the PERSONALITY DIVISION. Education and conversational ability in professional rodeo current events and other areas is vital, with special emphasis on grammar and enunciation. A contestant should radiate self confidence, showing maturity, high moral standards, sincerity and integrity. Miss Rodeo America pageant contestants should have the ability to project their personality, whether it be from horseback in an arena, on television, or before an audience. Also considered are sense of humor, showmanship, ambition, desire, enthusiasm and a happy outlook on life in general.
CONTESTANT
ELIGIBILITY
Each contestant in the Miss Rodeo America Pageant shall, on
the date of competition and final selection of Miss Rodeo
America:
a) have obtained the age of 19 years and shall not have obtained
the age of 26 years by December 31, 2006, the same to be evidenced
by her birth certificate presented before competition,
b) not have been previously married and/or pregnant,
c) be a resident of the state she represents,
d) not have been a prior contestant and/or competed in a
Miss Rodeo America Pageant,
e) not be a state title holder of any other national pageant
in the year of competition,
f) have executed all consents and/or waivers of liability
presented as conditions precedents to competition,
g) have been certified by the designated agent of the state
as the representative thereof, and
h) abide by all rules and regulations of the Miss
Rodeo America Pageant.
If
you're interested in competing for the crown of Miss Rodeo
America, please go to the State
Organizations page for the name
and number of
the person you need to talk to. Even for the competitors who don't
win out, the experience is invaluable and rewarding. Good
luck!
For
an idea of what a pageant
events schedule is like, look over what's
posted for the Miss Rodeo America pageant. Many state
organizations also have websites that provide a glimpse into what pageant competition
is all about.
For
advice on preparing yourself for competion, check the Clinics
page for upcoming instructional clinics.
THE
COMPETITION
CONTESTANT
ELIGIBILITY
RESOURCES
STATE
ORGANIZATIONS
QUEEN CLINICS
RODEO
PAGEANT WEBZINE
MRA
BUSINESS OFFICE
27906
Cumbres
Pueblo, CO 81006
Phone: (719) 948-9206
Fax: (719) 948-4760