Here are this year ladies and they are so good I have a few favorites after watching the Horsemanship today. I can't wait to see their public speaking and Fashion Show!
2010 Miss Rodeo Utah Contestants
Age: 21
Hometown: Garland
Parents: Cort and Tammy Berry
Education: Graduate of Bear River High School, currently attending Snow College to become a speech pathologist.
Sports and hobbies: Karianne loves to run and has competed in 5K races and a half-marathon. She enjoys all sports, especially softball and basketball. She’s an outdoor girl and likes to camp, go four-wheeling and on trail rides. She recently learned to snowboard and also skis Utah’s greatest snow on earth.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “It has been said that arriving at one point is the starting point of another. My journey to Miss Rodeo Utah has been exactly that. In my travels there have been some rough spots and few detours, but I find that my arrival here is a starting point on a road of endless possibilities and countless opportunities. First, it would give me the opportunity to serve the great state of Utah and my western heritage by promoting the sport that I love. It would be my honor to serve as an ambassador of professional rodeo, as the western way of life is dear to my heart. I would delight in the opportunity to share it with others. Secondly, I would gain experiences to enrich my journey through life. I would seize the moment and expand my horizons. I would travel, meet people from all walks of life, achieve greater confidence, build character and make memories that would last a lifetime. I would take seriously my responsibility as a representative of the cowboys and cowgirls and conduct myself accordingly. As Miss Rodeo Utah, it would be my objective to be quick with my smile, friendly with my wave and generous with my time. “
Age: 19
Hometown: Hoytsville
Parents: Aaron Blackhurst and Kelli McDonald
Education: Graduate of Lone Peak High School, currently attending Utah State University. She majors in agricultural communications with a minor in agribusiness management.
Sports and hobbies: Barrel racing is Morgan’s No. 1 passion, but she also enjoys roping and going on pack trips with her grandfather. Besides riding, she participates in other outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, softball, volleyball, boating and four-wheeling. She also watches old movies, reads and keeps in touch with friends and family via Facebook.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “Growing up around rodeo has taught me so much. I watched my parents and friends compete in this great sport and even though there were good times and bad times, with every entry fee paid a lesson was learned. Rodeo impacts everyone it comes in contact with and teaches the important values of the western lifestyle. I can think of no greater job than representing the sport and state I love. Rodeo embodies my western heritage and the values that are important to me. One of the best feelings an individual can have is setting a goal and accomplishing it. My goal as Miss Rodeo Utah would be to broaden the sport of rodeo and bring awareness to our lifestyle, with the help of the hard-working rodeo family.”
Dani Frandsen
Age: 20
Hometown: Santaquin
Parents: David and Heidi Frandsen
Education: Graduate of Payson High School and attends Utah Valley University. Dani is majoring in communications with an emphasis in broadcast journalism.
Sports and hobbies: Dani enjoys team roping, breakaway roping, riding and racing dirt bikes and playing competitive dodge ball, as well as spending a lot of time with her family. She has always loved her Greek heritage and is learning Greek.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “As Miss Rodeo Utah, I would be able to serve not only as a representative for the sport of rodeo but also as a positive role model for the young women of this state. I have a passion for rodeo and the values it instills in its competitors. Becoming Miss Rodeo Utah would enable me to play a greater role in preserving our western heritage.”
Age: 20
Hometown: Smithfield
Parents: Corey and Carolee McMullin
Education: Graduate of Sky View High School, currently attending Utah State University. Jackie is majoring in public relations.
Sports and hobbies: Jackie’s hobbies include working on the family farm, training barrel horses, helping with the local 4-H club, scrapbooking with her sisters, oil painting and competing in barrel racing.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “I have grown up loving livestock and rodeo. I always looked up to the bright, articulate rodeo queens, and throughout the years I have become that girl. I am a true cowgirl who wants to help promote the rodeo industry. Becoming Miss Rodeo Utah would be a dream come true. I would very much enjoy representing this wonderful state. With my fun-loving personality and deep roots in the western way of life, I would be able to bring others to learn and appreciate this American sport. I would be honored to step into the next Miss Rodeo Utah’s shoes and fulfill my duties of promoting this sport I hold close to my heart.”
Age: 25
Hometown: Springville
Parents: Preston and Collette Mortensen
Education: Graduate of Springville High School and Brigham Young University At BYU, Ashley earned a bachelor’s degree in health with a minor in geography teaching. Ashley also plans to pursue a nursing degree.
Sports and hobbies: In addition to rodeo and riding horses, Ashley enjoys soccer, softball, volleyball, hiking and mountain biking. She also is a nature photographer and likes reading a good book outside while her two toy poodles beg for attention. She’s also an avid fan of BYU football and basketball teams.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “The experiences I have had with horses have shaped me into the young woman I am today. The friendships I have formed with those I met through 4-H and rodeo helped me learn who I am and to be proud of myself. I love the values our western lifestyle promotes. I know that if I want something, it won’t come easily, but instead takes hard work. I have learned how to set goals and to move full-steam-ahead to get where I want to be. I have found something that I love and enjoy, and I want to share what I have found with everyone. Being able to do that as Miss Rodeo Utah would be a wish come true. I would be honored to have the opportunity to acquaint others with the rodeo life and share in the great experiences that comes with participating in the great sport of rodeo.”
Age: 19
Hometown: Morgan
Parents: Curt and Carol Pilcher
Education: Graduate of Morgan High School, currently a student at Weber State University. Chantell wants to become a medical assistant.
Sports and hobbies: Chantell enjoys hunting, camping, four-wheeling, long-range shooting and spending time with her family and friends. Her favorite pastime is riding and showing her horse, Jazzy. Her passions also include shopping, welding and photography.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “It would be a dream come true and I would be deeply honored to represent the great state of Utah and the western way of life as an ambassador of rodeo. Being Miss Rodeo Utah would allow me the opportunity to be a leader and demonstrate my core values, positive attitude and my desire to make a difference in promoting the professional sport of rodeo. Both Utah and rodeo have given me so much, and being Miss Rodeo Utah would allow me the opportunity to pay back our great state of Utah and our western heritage of rodeo.”
Age: 19
Hometown: Roosevelt
Parents: Shaune and Michelle Shiner
Education: Graduate of Union High School, currently attending Utah State University to become a radiology technician.
Sports and hobbies: Chenae competes in barrel racing as a WPRA permit-holder and drives to jackpots as much as possible. She’s training for the Top of Utah marathon, volunteers at the local hospital and enjoys reading a good book whenever she has a free second.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “I have grown up emulating the women who have worn the Miss Rodeo Utah crown. For me, Miss Rodeo Utah is a woman who embraces the western lifestyle, holds strong to her values, is a role model for younger generations and knows the importance of family and faith. Traveling across the country as a competitor and an ambassador for rodeo, I have been inspired by good people who are passionate about our heritage and our sport. To share this passion as Miss Rodeo Utah would be my greatest honor.”
Age: 21
Hometown: Pine Valley
Parents: Jim and Beverly Udell
Education: Graduate of Enterprise High School, currently attending Dixie State College. Jamie aims to attend dental school.
Sports and hobbies: Trail riding, camping, going to rodeos, teaching children who to drive pony-drawn carts and going to movies with her family.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “The first part of my answer is my love for all things rodeo — that is a given for anyone wanting to become Miss Rodeo Utah. But I need to add a second part, which is that I was raised to believe that we are put on this earth to be of service to others. Miss Rodeo Utah is more than just a young woman who is skillful atop a horse and knows reams of rodeo knowledge. She also must have a caring heart … As Miss Rodeo Utah, I would be so blessed to be able travel thousands of miles combining both my love of rodeo and my passion for service.”
Age: 19
Hometown: Lehi
Education: Graduate of Lehi High School, currently attending Utah Valley University. She is pursuing a degree in speech communications.
Parents: Mitch and Deanna Wardle
Sports and hobbies: Martina enjoys doing anything outdoors, especially skeet shooting with her grandfather, hiking Mt. Timpanogos and working in the yard with her mother. She loves swing dancing and running. During the summer, she can be found quilting in her grandma’s backyard. She is constantly taking pictures of all the crazy things she does with friends and often attempts to break the world record for the number of text messages sent in one day.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: “I spent a lot of time with my grandpa when I was younger. He let me put curlers in his hair, convinced me that John Wayne movies were more interesting than cartoons and taught me how to ride. He often tells me stories of his life. Many of the stories revolve around rodeo. The big wins or big wrecks have always been my favorites. Just as my grandpa did in his day, my cousins and I have developed our own rodeo memories. No matter if we landed in the pay out or just landed in the dirt, we can agree that every performance taught us character, values and perseverance. It is because of these experiences that I know I want to be a representative for the sport of rodeo. Anyone who has participated would agree that rodeo is so much more than a source of entertainment: Rodeo is a way of life. The world of rodeo is a culture of courage, strength and kindness. Rodeo queens play a special part in this culture. A line from a history book perfectly articulates my feelings that “the rodeo queen is a symbol of rodeo” and “a metaphor for western women.” It is no small responsibility to be a symbol, especially for a sport with such a long and prestigious heritage… She welcomes current fans and invites new ones to share the traditions of our wild sport. Her sincere smile and sparkling crown undeniably catch every little girl’s attention. Everyone is a role model for someone in their life, but I believe the people who choose to be in the spotlight have a greater responsibility to the people around them. If I am given the opportunity to act as Miss Rodeo Utah I will represent the people, sport and state I love with integrity and diligence.”
Who is your favorite?
Cowgirl Up Gals!
-Dawni
2 comments:
Since you have been going forever do you remember Lori Jo Wilcox? She was my tumbling coach when I was little. A couple of years ago there was also a girl that went to my highschool that won. I think her name was Angie Prevedel or something like that. I didn't know her personally though. But still, she went to Fremont. She has to be cool! :)
Yes I did know those girls! It's so fun to go to the contest! I love it!
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