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WHAT TYPE OF LADY DOES
MISS RODEO NEBRASKA SYMBOLIZE?
1. A lady who wishes to be a leader in her community and who further
promotes the western way of life.
2. A lady who loves horses and everything they represent and who wants to
show the rest of the world what can be accomplished in a western
environment.
3. A lady who desires to act as an official representative of rodeo, portraying
good sportsmanship and high moral and ethical character and reflecting
careful and humane treatment of animals. She should understand the
sport of rodeo in its entirety, with enough knowledge to be able to explain
and “sell” rodeo to anyone with whom she may come in contact. She
should be able to speak intelligently, with dignity and with a sincere
interest in rodeo. She should realize the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant is
not a beauty pageant; however, she should act, speak and dress according
to the prestige the title deserves.
4. An ambitious lady who is interested in furthering her chosen career.
WHO IS MISS RODEO NEBRASKA?
Miss Rodeo Nebraska is a young lady who strives to promote the State of Nebraska
and the sport of professional rodeo, and in so doing, promotes the great western
way of life. Miss Rodeo Nebraska is a talented, personable horsewoman with a
vast knowledge of the sport of rodeo, the equine industry and the State of
Nebraska. She is a young lady who enjoys travel and who has a sincere interest in
garnering educational experiences which will assist in laying a solid foundation for
her future.
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MISS RODEO NEBRASKA WINNERS & MISS RODEO AMERICA HONORS
1955-1956 Dallas (Hunt) George, Payson, AZ
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MID-WEST REG MRA @ AK-SAR-BEN
1957
MISS RODEO AMERICA
2014
MRA Hall of Fame
1957 Laura (Cameron) Klug, Maxwell, NE
MID-WEST REG MRA @ AK-SAR-BEN
1959 MRA 2nd RUNNER-UP
2015 MRA Hall of Fame
1958 Julie (Bowers) Wiltse, Cincinnati, OH
1959 Beverly (Kicken) Jensen (deceased)
MRA HORSEMANSHIP
1960 Christine (Iram) McGinley (deceased)
1961 Kathie O’Brien, Denton, NE
MRA 1st RUNNER-UP,
MRA HORSEMANSHIP
1962 Marilee (Helms) Jirkovsky, Juanita, NE
MRA 2nd RUNNER-UP
1963 Mary Lou (Farner) Bird, Cozad, NE
1964 Sharon Kay (Larson) Rosander, Wolbach, NE
1965 Patricia (Hamburger) Larson, Scottsbluff, NE
1966 Nancy Ann (Simmons) Brannon, Waco, TX
1967 MISS RODEO AMERICA
MRA PERSONALITY & APPEARANCE
1967 Jean (Mohr) Estill, Amelia, NE
1968 Ann (Wendell) Mills, Belmont, CA
MRA HORSEMANSHIP
1969 Rhonda (Christensen) Richardson,
Fullerton, NE
1970 Kay Wilson, Mesa, AZ
1971 Maureen Manning, Hemingford, NE
1972 Chris (Ferguson) Peterson, Grand Island, NE
1973 Teri (Holscher) Harris, Fort Morgan, CO
MRA 1st RUNNER-UP
1974 Ruth (Krajewski) Saltz, Benkleman, NE
1975 Melanie (Kaliff) Bachman, Grand Island, NE
1976 Susan (Hagadone) Zulkoski, Ord, NE
1977 Vicki (Kennedy) Weseman, Hastings, NE
MRA TOP 10 FINALIST
1978 Jeanne (Kral) Jeffrey, Loveland, CO
1979 Tana (Svoboda) Brinkman, Erickson, NE
1980 Shelli (Bokoskie) Wingett, Papillion, NE
1981 Ginger ten Bensel, Hastings, NE
1982 Robin (Sellman) Meeks, Taylor, NE
1983 Chris (Wallace) Stage, Chandler, AZ
GOVERNOR’S SPEECH
1984 Johna (Klug) Niedfelt, Grand Island, NE
MRA HORSEMANSHIP
TOP 10 FINALIST
1985 Lisa (Reiter) Petska, Collinsville, TX
1986 Hanna (Doyle) Warren, Tryon, NE
1987 Jana (Powles) Jensen, Bingham, NE
MRA 2nd RUNNER-UP
MRA APPEARANCE & PERSONALITY
1987 Jana (Powles) Jensen, Bingham, NE
MRA 2nd RUNNER-UP
MRA APPEARANCE & PERSONALITY
1988 Jodee (Coffman) Bell, Burwell, NE
1989 Christi (Copsey) Gaffney, Anselmo, NE
1990 Lisa (Poese) Jamison, Ashby, NE
1991 MISS RODEO AMERICA
MRA PERSONALITY & HORSEMANSHIP
1991 Holly (Hornung) Remund, Arnold, NE
MRA CONGENIALITY
1992 Laurie Baker, Elko, NV
1993 Kelley (Jensen) Ostrom, Dodge City, KS
1994 Suzzette (Gaudreault) Sitorius, Gothenburg, NE
1995 Renee Ferguson, Broken Bow, NE
MRA TOP 10 FINALIST
1996 Angie (Jones) Gardner, Nora, NE
MRA TOP 10 FINALIST
1997 Stacy (Watkins) Bash, Springfield, MO
1998 Alison (Meyer) Osborne, Hastings, NE
MRA TOP 10 FINALIST
1999 Halie (Forre) Whitaker, Chambers, NE
2000 Kamera (Ferrell) Coles, Denver, CO
MRA TOP 5 FINALIST
2001 Lindy (Nicholson) Kaufholtz, Tulsa, OK
2002 Lori (Bortner) Harding, Cambridge, NE
2003 MISS RODEO AMERICA
MRA PERSONALITY
2003 Lynn Welker, Kilgore, NE
2004 Lindy (Quaney) Hiatt, North Platte, NE
MRA CENTRAL REGION SCHOLARSHIP
SCRAPBOOK - 3rd place
2005 Alesa (Chrisman) Jones, Anselmo, NE
2006 Ashley (Rice) Gerlach, Cambridge, NE
2007 Erin (Robbins) Mitchell, Ameila, NE
2008 Kristen (Schott) Wolken, Madison, NE
MRA TOP 10 FINALIST
2009 Amy Amack, Gilette, WY
RANDOM SCHOLARSHIP WINNER
2010 Michelle (Boeshart) Whitson, Maxwell, NE
MRA 3rd RUNNER-UP
WPRA CHAP AWARD WINNER
2011 Becky (Grimm) White, North Platte, NE
2012 Sierra Peterson, Kearney, NE
MRA TOP 10 FINALIST
WPRA CHAP AWARD WINNER
WRITTEN TEST CO-WINNER
2013 Samantha Chytka, Broken Bow, NE
2014 Gina Jespersen, Hemingford, NE
MRA TOP TEN FINALIST
2015 Joni Qualm, Ericson, NE
MRA TOP TEN FINALIST
2016 Emily Taylor, Battle Creek, NE
MRA MISS CONGENIALITY
2017 Laramie Schlichtemeier, Ogallala, NE
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THE HISTORY OF THE MISS RODEO NEBRASKA PAGEANT
The concept of Miss Rodeo America was developed in 1955 by a group of
gentlemen under the name International Rodeo Management. The same year, the
first Miss Rodeo Nebraska, Dallas Hunt George of Lincoln, Nebraska, was
crowned in Burwell, Nebraska. Dallas won the regional title in Omaha, Nebraska
at the Ak-Sar-Ben Rodeo in 1956 and went on to compete and win the Miss Rodeo
America title in 1957. In 2014, Dallas was inducted into the Miss Rodeo America
Hall of Fame.
In 1957, Laura (Lolly) Cameron Klug won the title of Miss Rodeo Nebraska, as
well as the regional title at Ak-Sar-Ben, and further competed at Miss Rodeo
America. In 1959, Lolly was selected Buffalo Bill Rodeo Queen and given the title
of Miss Rodeo Northwest. She then competed a second time at Miss Rodeo
America where she was selected second runner-up. In 2015, Lolly was inducted
into the Miss Rodeo America Hall of Fame.
In 1991, after thirty-six years of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant being held in
Burwell, Nebraska, the pageant was
moved to Nebraska’s official state celebration, NEBRASKAland DAYS and the
Buffalo Bill PRCA Rodeo in North Platte, Nebraska.
In addition,
NEBRASKAland DAYS began presenting a $1,000 scholarship each year to the
young woman chosen as Miss Rodeo Nebraska. The Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Scholarship Program has continued to grow and at this time is able to award over
$16,000 in scholarships and tuition.
The Pageant that began in 1955 continues to be held annually in North Platte to
select a young lady who has the desire and enthusiasm to serve as a goodwill
ambassador for the sport of rodeo and for the State of Nebraska.
EXPECTATIONS OF POTENTIAL CONTESTANTS
Contestants competing for the title of Miss Rodeo Nebraska, as well as the reigning
Miss Rodeo Nebraska, are in the public eye twenty-four hours a day, seven days a
week. You represent not only yourselves, but also the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
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Association, Inc., Nebraska rodeos and the State of Nebraska. You are a role
model for children, teens, other area rodeo queens and all who will one day seek
the title of Miss Rodeo Nebraska. Therefore, it is very important that your conduct
be exemplary at all times and that you are always appropriately dressed for a
queen. The public will recognize you even when you are not at a scheduled
appearance.
We would like to point out a few areas that the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association,
Inc. feels play a large role in achieving acceptable moral and ethical character:
● Language: Language will be grammatically correct to the best of the
individual’s capability. Slang or swearing will not be tolerated.
Conversations will not be lewd in nature.
● Dress: Dress should be appropriate to the activity. Extremely low-cut or
provocative clothing will not be allowed. Pierced earrings may be worn
(preferably only one set of earrings). All other pierced jewelry is not
acceptable. Tattoos must be covered at all times.
● Publicity/Internet/Modeling: No suggestive or sexually explicit
photography will be allowed. This type of advertising does not project
the ideals of a Miss Rodeo Nebraska or the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Association, Inc.
● Social Media: Your posts on any social media platform should always
reflect exemplary conduct. Please conduct yourself accordingly through
your words and photos.
GENERAL WORDS OF ADVICE FOR
POTENTIAL/REIGNING ROYALTY
● If you are having doubts about something you are about to do, DON’T
DO IT!
● If it doesn’t read well on the front page of a newspaper, DON’T DO IT!
● You are guilty by association, so watch the company you keep.
● As a titleholder, you have the responsibility to represent the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Association, Inc. in a professional manner, but more
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importantly, you are representing yourself.
You will be evaluated and critiqued everywhere you go, particularly when
you are visiting outside of your hometown or state. Talk it, walk it, act it.
Sell Yourself. Stand tall, think tall, smile tall and live tall.
Continue to work until the job is done and don’t complain.
Be a good listener.
Never be late, always be responsible and ALWAYS be a lady.
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. looks forward to assisting young
women to reach their goals; however, applications for the Pageant may be denied
or a crown may be removed if it is determined that a potential contestant or a Miss
Rodeo Nebraska titleholder has violated any code of conduct.
CONTESTANT ELIGIBILITY
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You must be at least 19, and will not be older than 24 years of age in the year
you compete for Miss Rodeo Nebraska.
Contestant must be a citizen of the United States of America and a legal
resident of the State of Nebraska for at least one year prior to the entry closing
date for the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant. Legal residency shall be
determined by a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Nebraska and/or a
voter’s registration card. Proof of residency must be provided with the
Pageant entry.
Contestant shall not be a previous Miss Rodeo Nebraska or held the title of
Miss Rodeo in any other state, nor shall she have previously competed in the
Miss Rodeo America Pageant.
Contestant must have obtained a high school diploma or equivalent of a high
school education.
Contestant certifies that she is not currently married and has never been
married.
Contestant certifies that she is not a parent of any child and that she is not and
has never been pregnant nor terminated a pregnancy.
Contestant certifies she has never been charged and/or determined to have
committed any crime of moral turpitude, nor has she had a title removed for
any reason.
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Contestant shall execute all required consents and/or waivers prior to
competition.
Contestant grants permission to the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant
Committee/Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. to verify any and all
information contained on her application and attests that the information she
has provided is true.
Contestant agrees to abide by Pageant rules. Should circumstances occur that
a Contestant is conducting herself in an improper manner, a meeting of the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee will be held and proper measures
will be taken, with the most severe being disqualification for infractions.
The Committee feels it is the duty and obligation of anyone in a competition of
this status to portray the highest of moral and ethical standards, show the true
ideals of young womanhood and set an example above reproach.
The winner of the Pageant agrees to not marry during the year of her reign. If
she should marry or become pregnant, she will forfeit all prizes and monies
received from the Pageant and during her reign as Miss Rodeo Nebraska and
her title will go to the first runner-up.
Any decision by the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.’s Executive
Board to prohibit an applicant participating in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Pageant competition is final and completely at the Board’s discretion.
If the Contestant holds a title when competing for the title of Miss Rodeo
Nebraska, the following requirements must be met: It is the Contestant’s
responsibility to contact the committee of whom she holds the crown and
obtain a letter of approval from that committee to compete in the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Pageant. This letter is due on April 1st, the contest deadline. If the
Contestant should win the title of Miss Rodeo Nebraska, she will represent the
title of Miss Rodeo Nebraska Lady-in-Waiting in all state appearances with
the exception of that previous title’s rodeo. The newly-crowned Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Lady-in-Waiting will have until November 1st of the same year to
finish the reign of her previous title. All decisions are made at the discretion
of the Executive Board of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.
Contestant shall not have previously had her Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant
application denied, have been disqualified or had the title of Miss Rodeo
Nebraska forfeited in the past.
All Contestants vying for the title of Miss Rodeo Nebraska are requested to
attend the Miss Rodeo Nebraska pre-Pageant meeting. This will be held in
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April in North Platte, Nebraska, and you will receive notification of the
meeting date, location and time. A parent or guardian is requested to attend as
well. Failure to participate could result in a reduction of points by the Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Judges. Should an emergency situation arise where
attendance is not possible, please submit a written letter stating your reason for
nonattendance to Linda Evans, Contestant Recruitment Chairman, for review
by the Judges.
ENTRY FORMS
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Chairperson shall receive the official entry
forms postmarked no later than April 1, 2017. The following will be required with
the application:
● Non-refundable entry fee of $225.
● Signed and completed entry application.
● One digital and three color, billfold-size head and shoulder photos of the
same pose.
● Proof of residency.
● Proof of high school graduation or equivalent.
● A copy of your birth certificate.
HOUSING
All Contestants will be lodged at the Miss Rodeo Nebraska host hotel and meals
will be furnished. No lodging will be furnished for Contestant family members.
Following Coronation, Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee members will
escort all Contestants to the Wild West Pavilion to receive their gift packets.
Sponsor pictures will be taken at this time as well.
Following the awards presentation, Contestants will be dismissed and the newlycrowned Miss Rodeo Nebraska will be taken back to the host hotel with her
parents. She will be furnished a room for the night. The following morning, Miss
Rodeo Nebraska will have her first official photograph taken. She will sign the
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Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contract in the presence and along with the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska National Director and Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. President.
At the conclusion of this meeting, Miss Rodeo Nebraska will then be released to go
home.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES
Possession of and use of all electronic devices (i.e., cell phones, computers, iPads,
tablets, etc.) by Contestants during competition is prohibited.
CHAPERONES
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Contestants will be under the supervision of the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant chaperones from the time they arrive until after
Coronation. The chaperones will escort the Contestants to and from all functions
during the Pageant.
PARENTS AND RELATIVES
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee welcomes and encourages the
presence of parents, relatives and friends of the Contestants. A parent or guardian
is required to attend orientation with the Contestant. No one will be permitted to
fraternize with the Contestants or distract them after the Pageant begins.
Contestants cannot communicate with family or friends during the Pageant unless
authorized by their chaperones or the Pageant Committee.
GRIEVANCE COMMITTEE
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Grievance Committee during the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Pageant will be comprised of three members: Miss Rodeo Nebraska
National Director, a member of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee
selected by the National Director and one Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contestant parent
selected at orientation. These Grievance Committee members will be available at
all times during the Pageant. The National Director will be the contact and
spokesperson for the Committee. The National Director and/or the appointed Miss
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Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee member will attend all functions of the
Pageant.
Any grievance must be filed by a Contestant to be a valid grievance. No grievance
from parents, guardians, trainers, family or third party will be acknowledged. The
grievance must be handwritten, signed and delivered to the Grievance Committee
spokesperson and must be filed within three hours of the event being protested. A
grievance must address a single event.
When the Grievance Committee spokesperson receives the grievance, a meeting
will be called and the Grievance Committee will review the grievance. Once the
grievance is reviewed, the Committee will make a decision whether to act upon,
reject or disregard the grievance.
● The Grievance Committee and Contestant with a concern will not discuss
the grievance with anyone, including parents, other Contestants, Judges,
etc.
● The Grievance Committee will interview the accused.
● The Grievance Committee must make a decision based on facts. They
must be certain, without a doubt, that the misconduct or misrepresentation
by the accused was intentional or that there was an infraction of a rule. If
the Committee feels the grievance needs to be acted upon, they will take
the complaint to the President of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association,
Inc. and the Head Judge of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant.
● The Grievance Committee must come to a majority decision.
● The Pageant will continue as scheduled until decisions have been made.
● No grievances may be based solely on the scoring by Judges.
TRANSPORTATION
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee will provide all transportation for
Contestants as needed for Contestant functions. Transportation for Contestant
parents will not be furnished.
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HORSES
Contestants must arrange for someone else to care for their horse(s) as the
Contestants will not be given time to feed, exercise or attend to the general care of
their horses during the course of the contest. Horses must be at the Wild West
Arena prior to the Sunday afternoon horsemanship competition and for the
Wednesday evening performance of the Buffalo Bill Rodeo Grand Entry and Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Coronation. A family member is to meet the Contestant as she
exits the arena following Coronation to take her horse. Miss Rodeo Nebraska will
ride her horse in the NEBRASKAland DAYS parade the year of her full reign as
MRN.
AWARDS
The Contestant with the highest score in each category will receive an award.
Categories include: Written Test, Horsemanship, Appearance, Speech and
Personality. Miss Rodeo Nebraska receives the following prizes: An engraved
trophy saddle, $1,000 scholarship from NEBRASKAland DAYS, Inc. and the Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Scholarship Fund; a buckle, a crown, entry fee to the Miss Rodeo
America Pageant, money towards travel expenses, the use of the official Miss
Rodeo Nebraska hat can and numerous other items.
First runner-up will receive a scholarship and various gifts.
The Horsemanship winner will receive a scholarship and buckle.
Other scholarship money will be awarded as funds allow.
All Contestants receive souvenirs and various gifts representative of the contest.
WRITTEN TEST
Contestants will be required to take a written test consisting of questions relating to
the sport of rodeo, equine knowledge, current events, Pageant rule book, etc. The
Written Test score will count toward the Contestant’s total score. Tests will be
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presented to the Judges for their reference.
MISS CONGENIALITY
All Contestants will vote for Miss Congeniality during the Pageant.
PHOTOGENIC
A Photography event will take place at the contest which will carry a score of 50
Points. These points will count in the total score.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Your posts on any social media platform should always reflect exemplary conduct.
Please conduct yourself accordingly through your words and photos. Any negative
or harmful displays on social media will be addressed by the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Association, Inc. Executive Committee and could result in removal of your crown .
SCHOLARSHIPS
All scholarships will be paid to the school of the winner's choice or to their student
loan lender. The funds must be used no later than one calendar year after you have
received them. Should you go on to become Miss Rodeo America, the same would
apply to the year following that reign.
You will receive your Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. Scholarship at the
end of your reign provided you have completed your reign satisfactorily according
to the rules and regulations of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.
Executive Committee. The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Alumni Scholarship and the
NEBRASKAland DAYS, Inc. Scholarship will be awarded to you upon your
selection as our new Miss Rodeo Nebraska.
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Scholarship Chairperson or the Mid-Nebraska
Community Foundation office (which handles the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Alumni
and NEBRASKAland DAYS, Inc. scholarships) must receive a letter of
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notification from the school's registrar's office stating that the scholarship recipient
has registered before funds will be dispersed. The rule applies to all scholarships
awarded.
SPONSORSHIPS
As Miss Rodeo Nebraska, you will have many sponsors who will help you in your
journey. With these sponsorships come certain obligations to show your
appreciation and thanks. You will be expected to purchase for your sponsors:
tickets to various Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. events, personalized
recognition sponsor plaques to be given during your send-off, and program books
from the Miss Rodeo America Pageant with the ad you place in the book the year
you compete.
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. Treasurer or National Director will
determine with you the amount of money needed to cover these costs, will deposit
that amount into a separate savings account under the name of Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Association, Inc. and will use these funds strictly for the expense of your
Sponsorship obligations and ad. Monies will be paid out of this account by the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. Treasurer upon receipt of an invoice
relating to each of the above-identified items.
CROWN INSURANCE
Insurance on the Miss Rodeo Nebraska crown will be provided by
NEBRASKAland DAYS, Inc. with a $500.00 deductible. If a claim is made, the
deductible will be paid 50% by Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. and 50%
by Miss Rodeo Nebraska.
MISS RODEO NEBRASKA PAGEANT JUDGING GUIDELINES
Miss Rodeo Nebraska is judged in three categories: horsemanship, personality and
appearance. In addition, the scores from the Contestant’s speech, interview(s),
extemporaneous question(s), style show presentations, written test, etc. are
included.
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A. JUDGES
a. Three Judges will judge all categories of the Pageant. Scores will be
totaled for each Contestant each time they are judged.
b. Judges are selected for their expertise in all fields of the competition.
They have an awareness of correct western dress, they are
knowledgeable about the sport of professional rodeo and they are
experienced, western-type horsemen and horsewomen who are
accustomed to judging these events.
c. All decisions of the Judges are final.
d. The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee will institute
appropriate standards for Judges to ensure that all Judges are
impartial and have an appropriate level of experience in the field.
The Committee will have the final decision on the selection of Judges
for the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant.
e. In the event of a dispute concerning the decision of the Judges, such
dispute shall be settled by the Miss Rodeo Nebraska National
Director, a Pageant Committee member appointed by the Pageant
Chairperson and the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.’s
President. Review of the dispute shall be limited to determining if
the Judges acted in good faith, impartially and in accordance with the
applicable rules. If any Judge is found to have acted in violation of
these rules, the Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director and Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. President, at their discretion, may
remove such Judge and may take any remedial action they deem
appropriate. All decisions of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska National
Director and Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. President are
final.
f. Ties for category winners will be broken by referring back to Judge
No. 1. Judge No. 1’s score will break the tie. If a tie still remains,
Judge No. 2’s score will be used.
g. A tie in the overall score for Miss Rodeo Nebraska shall be broken
by using the highest overall Horsemanship score.
h. Judges will be asked to spend as much time with each Contestant as
possible without showing favoritism. This will include informal talks
with them during meals and various events.
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Following the Coronation, all official Judges’ score sheets will be
delivered to the Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director.
B. JUDGED EVENTS
Horsemanship. The purpose of this division is to select a Contestant
who scores highest in:
a. Horsemanship. Control of the horse and the way any situation is
handled.
b. Balance. The ability to sit a saddle, position of hands, feet and seat.
c. Mounting and dismounting.
d. Care of the horse and saddling procedures. Questions may be asked.
e. The understanding and skill of the Contestant will be judged, not the
horse or the equipment.
f. Each Contestant is required to ride her horse in one round and a draw
horse in another round. She will draw for the order in which she will
compete and also draw for her second round horse from among
fellow Contestants. She will be scored on her appearance and the
personality she projects during both Horsemanship patterns.
g. The Contestant will be responsible for providing her own flag boot.
h. Dress for the Horsemanship contest will be; A western, long-sleeved
shirt which may be colored and/or tailored with or without
embellishments, western jeans which may be colored or blue jeans,
belt, boots and a hat. No vests, jackets or chaps. Gloves are not
required and spurs may be used at the Contestant’s discretion. All
attire should be neat and fit properly. Sponsor consideration is
appreciated. (Wrangler is the National sponsor of the Miss Rodeo
America Horsemanship contest.)
i. Showmanship should be considered since your personality does
project from horseback to the audience and Judges.
j. Rain gear is appropriate if needed.
k. Equine boots are allowed.
l. Stallions are not allowed.
m. Use of hackamores/mechanical hackamores, gag bits or martingales
will not be allowed.
n. No one, including coaches, family or friends of the Contestant, will
be allowed in the arena prior to the Horsemanship competition. If it
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is discovered that someone associated with a Contestant has been in
the arena, the Contestant will have twenty-five points deducted from
her total Horsemanship score. This will be strictly enforced.
The winner of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Horsemanship category will be the
Contestant with the highest cumulative points received in the two Horsemanship
go-rounds.
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HORSEMANSHIP PATTERN NO. 1
CONTESTANT WILL USE HER OWN HORSE
Horsemanship Pattern:
1. Do an extended jog alongside of the arena, then to center.
2. Begin loping at the center of the arena and lope left circle on the left lead.
3. A flying lead change at the center of the arena and lope right circle on the
right lead.
4. A flying lead change at center of the arena and continue loping around the
end of the arena.
5. Once on the straight, increase speed and continue around the end of the
arena.
6. Stop and back.
7. Go to the gate, pick up the flag, do a flag run and then exit the arena.
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Judges reserve the right to make alterations and/or
additions to this pattern.
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HORSEMANSHIP RAIL WORK NO. 2
CONTESTANT WILL RIDE A DRAW HORSE
Round 2: For the second round, the Contestants will show their equitation and
arena presence in small groups, also referred to as “rail work.” The Contestant’s
overall poise, confidence, appearance, and position throughout the rail work will be
evaluated. Position is meant to refer to the Contestant’s body position while riding
and how the Contestants position their horse relative to the other Contestants while
riding on the rail. These small groups will not involve more than 12 riders at a
time.
The groups will receive their working direction and gait instructions from the
Horsemanship competition’s announcer. A Pageant official will manage the arena
to ensure all Contestants receive the same opportunity (time) to demonstrate their
Horsemanship skills. The rail work will include the Contestants showing their
Horsemanship skills at a walk, trot, and lope for both directions of the arena
(clockwise and counter-clockwise).
At the Judges’ discretion, the Contestants may be asked to execute an extended
trot, a stop from any gait, and backing their horses while on the rail. The Judges
may request the Contestants to line up in the arena’s center upon direction from the
attending ring steward (a MRN Pageant official), at which time they may request
maneuvers such as riding their horse forward and then backing in to line, and/or
dismounting/remounting their horse.
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Judges reserve the right to make alterations and/or
additions to this pattern.
JUDGING GUIDELINES CONTINUED
Personality. The purpose of this division is to select a Contestant who
scores highest in:
a. Intelligence. Good common sense.
b. Education. Conversational ability in rodeo and other areas, with
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special emphasis on grammar and enunciation.
c. Attractiveness. Not necessarily to mean beauty, but rather whether
the Contestant radiates self-confidence without making an issue of it,
shows maturity, high moral standards, sincerity and integrity.
d. Personality Reflections. Includes the Contestant’s style of attire,
overall appearance, magnetism and eye appeal.
e. A genuine interest in other people, in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Pageant and in rodeo with a noticeable consideration of others.
f. Self-Projection. The ability to project one’s personality, whether it is
from horseback, in an arena, on television or before an audience.
Also considered are a sense of humor, showmanship, ambition, desire
and enthusiasm.
g. Happy outlook on life.
h. Promptness in keeping Pageant schedule.
i. Public Appearances. Contestant’s opportunity to speak to an
audience with facts and interesting information. Contestants will
answer extemporaneous questions which will require the Contestant
to think on her feet and to show maturity, intelligence, wisdom and
imagination.
j. Judges will have a résumé containing a brief list of hobbies and other
activities of each Contestant. The Judges may ask you questions
pertinent to your résumé.
k. Personality scores will be accumulated not only from the personality
interviews but from the other areas of competition, such as
horsemanship, TV and radio interviews, horsemanship interview,
style show modeling, group interview, speech and impromptu
questions.
l. The winner of the Personality category will have the highest
cumulative total of personality scores received in all judged events.
Appearance. The purpose of this division is to select the Contestant who
scores highest in:
a. Attractiveness.
b. Grooming. To include neatness and cleanliness in every detail, such
as complexion, hands, fingernails, hair and clothing. Meticulous care
in general grooming is essential for a lady to be considered for Miss
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Rodeo Nebraska.
c. Poise and Posture. Ladylike behavior in EVERY situation.
d. Knowledge of Proper Western Attire. Contestants should be aware
of what is fashionable and appropriate in western dress, with
particular attention given to color coordination. Judges will be
looking for versatility and imagination. They will be observing how
a Contestant’s clothes fit and suit her personality, including the
length of her pants, shirts and jackets and the crease and shape of her
hat. No fashion boots will be allowed. (Roper style is accepted on
the state level). Cleavage must be covered, bras are required and
long sleeves are preferred. It is not necessary to invest in an
excessive amount of expensive clothing. Contestants may be
questioned on their familiarity of western wear.
e. Appearance scores will be accumulated throughout all areas of
competition to include horsemanship, all interviews, style show
modeling and speech. The winner of the Appearance category will
have the highest cumulative total of appearance scores received in all
judged events.
Speech.
a. Each Contestant will give a two-minute speech about the State of
Nebraska or an aspect of the State of Nebraska.
b. Notes are discouraged and no props will be allowed.
c. Contestants are judged on the content, correct grammar usage,
delivery, introduction, conclusion, quality of voice and listening
ability.
d. The Judges may deduct points for going over or under the twominute time limit.
e. The Speech score will be added in the total points for the contest.
f. The winner of the Speech competition will be announced at
Coronation.
Interviews.
a. Each Contestant will be interviewed individually and privately by the
Judges and may be interviewed on many categories.
b. Judges’ questions asked will test the Contestant’s knowledge of the
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Pageant, professional rodeo, horsemanship and current affairs.
c. Other interview topics could include knowledge of tack, horse care,
feeding, diseases, anatomy, knowledge of Pro Rodeo, its history,
terminology, organization, championship standings, standard events
and what’s current in the Pro Rodeo world. Excellent sources of
information are the Pro Rodeo Sports News, the Official PRCA Rule
Book, the PRCA website and the official Pro Rodeo Media Guide, all
of which are available from the PRCA office, 101 Pro Rodeo Drive,
Colorado Springs, Colorado 80919.
d. During the individual interviews, answers should be in-depth so that
the Judges may determine the character and knowledge of each
Contestant.
e. The interview length should be sufficient for Contestant and Judges
to communicate.
f. Questions will pertain to horsemanship, appearance and personality
and will be scored in all three divisions.
g. In addition, the Contestants will be interviewed as a group and also
judged during their TV and radio interviews.
Extemporaneous Questions.
a. Extemporaneous questions will be asked of each Contestant during
various Pageant functions.
b. These scores will become part of the overall Personality score.
c. Questions may relate to the sport of professional rodeo, current
events and/or a personality-type question.
AUDITORS
At the end of each round, each Judge will place their scorecard in a manila
envelope, seal it and sign his or her name across the flap. The Judges will then turn
their envelopes in to the Pageant chairperson. The chairperson will deliver the
sealed envelopes to an auditor that will be chosen from a local accounting firm,
who will then compile the scores in private.
When the judging has been completed, the auditor will determine which Contestant
has scored the highest in each division. The highest grand total score will be Miss
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Rodeo Nebraska. Second highest total will be First Runner-up.
The original Judges’ score sheets, along with a notarized tally sheet, will be
officially filed with the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant chairman. Score sheets with
Judges’ comments only (no points) will be sent to individual Contestants upon the
Contestant’s request following the Pageant.
DRESS CODE FOR
MISS RODEO NEBRASKA 2018
Orientation, Horsemanship, Photogenics and Queen’s BBQ: A western, longsleeved shirt which may be colored and/or tailored, with or without
embellishments, western jeans which may be colored or blue jeans, belt, boots and
a hat. No vests, jackets or chaps.
Personality Interviews: Dress/skirt and jacket. This outfit will also be worn at
the Speech Competition.
Horsemanship Interview: A western, long-sleeved shirt which may be colored
and/or tailored with or without embellishments, western jeans which may be
colored or blue jeans, belt, boots and a hat. A vest or jacket is optional. Chaps are
not allowed.
Speech Competition: This outfit is the same outfit worn during your Personality
Interviews.
Style Show: A dress or skirt and jacket and a jean outfit.
Sponsor Visits: Jean outfit.
MRN Coronation/Buffalo Bill Rodeo: This outfit is the same jean outfit worn
during the Style Show.
NOTE: A) This dress code is intended for Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contestants
and does not pertain to the reigning Miss Rodeo Nebraska; and
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B) This dress code is subject to change. Any changes will accompany
the final schedule presented at the pre-Pageant Contestant meeting.
RULES, GUIDELINES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF
MISS RODEO NEBRASKA LADY-IN-WAITING
The value of Miss Rodeo Nebraska to our state is limitless. During your reign, you
will be Nebraska’s official representative of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys
Association and should constantly be aware of the value of public relations
between the general public and those actively involved in pro rodeo. You have the
responsibility to improve the image of rodeo with all of those whom you come in
contact. The experience gained as you travel across your state, and perhaps other
parts of the country, will be one which will enrich your life in countless ways.
Having been chosen as Miss Rodeo Nebraska, you will not assume official duties
until January, 2018. You will have approximately six months to prepare yourself
for your year as the reigning Miss Rodeo Nebraska. During that six-month
interval, your title will be Miss Rodeo Nebraska Lady-in-Waiting. You will be
responsible for preparing promotional materials, your clothing and yourself, both
mentally and physically, for the upcoming year. Also you will need to begin
working with the Sponsorship Committee soliciting sponsorships. Your Diamond
Sponsors should be in place by November 15, 2017.
You may be asked to appear at various functions during this six-month interval, but
you may attend only after proper authorization from the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
National Director and the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Assistant Director. It is very
important that you communicate with the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Assistant Director
on a regular basis. Failure to adhere to this rule may result in forfeiture of your
title.
Things to be done immediately after the crowning:
● Following your Coronation at the Buffalo Bill Rodeo, the next morning
you will have a photo shoot with the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association,
Inc.’s photographer for your Lady-in-Waiting autograph sheets.
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● Sign Contract and meet with Sponsorship Chairs.
● Discuss with the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Assistant Director a day and a
time for a weekly call. It is very important to stay in close
communication with your directors.
● Please refer to the Rules and Guidelines (addendum to the Miss Rodeo
Contract) which gives detailed information on crown insurance and
deductible.
● Get photo taken for black-and-white autograph sheets and business cards.
● Prepare business cards.
● Prepare script for back of autograph sheets.
● Following your Coronation at the Buffalo Bill Rodeo, you will have a
photo shoot with the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.’s
photographer for your Lady-in-Waiting autograph sheets.
● Prepare a short and long bio for publicity releases.
● Begin preparing your wardrobe.
● Begin preparation for your Coronation.
● Begin gathering sponsors, supporters and donors. This is extremely
important. We need the $1,000 sponsors by November 15th for the
autograph sheets, but the more sponsorships you can gather before
Coronation, the easier it will be for you.
● All sponsorships must go to the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Sponsorship
chairperson for approval and accounting.
● Begin studying rodeo knowledge and current events.
You are expected to concentrate solely on being Miss Rodeo Nebraska until after
you compete in Las Vegas at the Miss Rodeo America Pageant in December. You
will not have time for school or a full-time job following your crowning; therefore,
sponsorship funds are extremely important.
As Miss Rodeo Nebraska, you will receive financial assistance from the Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. This is limited and is to be used as
economically and efficiently as possible. All money raised in the name of Miss
Rodeo Nebraska must be used for your preparation as a Contestant of the Miss
Rodeo America Pageant.
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You are responsible for the largest portion of financial backing needed to be Miss
Rodeo Nebraska. We have estimated the annual cost to be $35,000. That is a
conservative figure. We have a Sponsorship Committee in the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Association, Inc. that works with you. A Committee member will go
with you when you meet with potential local sponsors. However, the majority of
the sponsorship money each year comes from your hometown area, because they
know you and want to support you. The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.
has worked very hard to build the sponsorship program to what it is today.
Working with the Sponsorship chairperson will help you in knowing which
sponsors are to be contacted by the Sponsorship Committee and which can be
contacted by you. It is very important for Miss Rodeo Nebraska to maintain and
promote a good relationship with all sponsors.
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. is responsible for the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
entry fee for the Miss Rodeo America Pageant.
Net income generated by fundraisers produced by you as Miss Rodeo Nebraska
and which were approved by the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. will be
entirely yours. Examples of fundraisers could be a Coronation held in your
hometown, or a style show or jackpot roping, etc. Use your imagination and
creativity!
All accounting for your Coronation is to be handled by you, i.e., collecting income,
paying expenses, etc. A personal check for the net profit from your Coronation
shall be given to the Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director. Please contact the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director in regard to any sales tax liabilities for
your event(s).
All monies raised, from $10 to much larger donations, must go through the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.’s Treasurer.
All travel expenses you incur during your reign must be turned in for approval by
the Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director by the 10th of each month. The Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.’s Treasurer will reimburse your expenses upon
their approval. You must furnish original receipts to document your expenses. If
they are not turned in on a monthly basis, a fine of ten percent of your gross
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expenses may be administered. Any money remaining at the end of your reign that
was raised in the name of Miss Rodeo Nebraska will be directed by the Executive
Committee of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. has members that are willing to help
you with your Coronation and other fundraisers. Occasionally you will be offered
appearance fees and/or travel expenses. This money is entirely yours, but still must
be turned in to the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.’s Treasurer who will
deposit the funds into your account.
It is your responsibility to send thank-you notes to all sponsors, hosts, escorts or to
anyone that assists you in any way. Thank-yous are so very important, so please
make sure these are done in a timely manner.
Be sure to read the contract very carefully so that you fully understand it. Make
sure you can live up to the obligations before you sign it.
The Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. is your main support group. There are
a lot of talented people in this Association who are more than willing to help you.
Please use them.
The most important thing to remember about holding the title of Miss Rodeo
Nebraska is to enjoy yourself. The people you meet will be your friends for life.
This is an experience that only a few have the privilege of doing.
WEAR YOUR CROWN PROUDLY!
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MISS RODEO NEBRASKA – 2018
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
If you are unable to attend mandatory appearances and either the Lady-in-Waiting
or Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska attends in your place, you will be expected to pay
their travel expenses to that event.
The events listed have been attended by prior Miss Rodeo Nebraska Queens.
Mandatory events are noted and the others are only a suggestion. Your amount of
travel will depend upon funds raised.
January 2018
● Call National Director once a week at a time that works best for both of
you – Mandatory
● Coronation – Mandatory
● Cowboy Downhill – Colorado
● Denver Market - Mandatory
● Appearance at Denver Stock Show
● Black Hills Stock Show & Rodeo, Rapid City, South Dakota
● Newsletter due
February 2018
● Silver Spurs Rodeo, Kissimmee, Florida
● Buffalo Bill Birthday Bash, North Platte - NEBRASKAland DAYS
Fundraiser Mandatory
March 2018
● Miss Rodeo Nebraska Queen Clinic and Lil’ Cowgirl Clinic, North Platte
– Mandatory
● Grand Island Rodeo - Mandatory
April 2018
● RAM National Circuit Finals, Florida, Mandatory
● Bluegrass Festival – Mentzer Sponsorship Appearance
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Contestant Pre-Pageant Meeting - Mandatory
Newsletter Due
May 2018
● Pioneer Days Rodeo, Guymon, Oklahoma
● Abbyville Frontier Days & PRCA Rodeo, Abbyville, Kansas
● Radio and TV – for promotion of NEBRASKAland DAYS and Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Pageant
● Practice with Velvet Spurs second or fourth Tuesday – Wild West Arena
● All sponsorships for the year should be completed by May 15 so
they can be included in the Pageant program
● Lincoln Pro Rodeo, Lincoln, Nebraska
● Set date for Send-Off Style Show in October or November
th
June 2018
● Cattlemen’s Ball
● Cherokee PRCA Rodeo, Cherokee, Iowa
● Miss Nebraska Pageant Appearances
● NEBRASKAland DAYS/Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant – Mandatory
● Days of ’56 PRCA Rodeo, Ponca, Nebraska - Mandatory
● Nebraska High School Rodeo Finals, Hastings, Nebraska
● Greeley Stampede – PRCA Rodeo, Greeley, Colorado
● Reno Rodeo, Reno, Nevada
July 2018
● Old West Trail PRCA Rodeo, Crawford, Nebraska - Mandatory
● Black Hills Roundup Rodeo, Belle Fourche, South Dakota
● Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, Colorado Springs, Colorado, Mandatory
● Cheyenne Frontier Days, Cheyenne, Wyoming, Mandatory
● Nebraska’s Big Rodeo, Burwell, Nebraska - Mandatory
● Wahoo Saddle Club PRCA Rodeo, Wahoo, Nebraska – Mandatory
● Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo, Colorado Springs, Colorado
● Sheridan WYO Rodeo, Sheridan, Wyoming
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August 2018
● Caldwell Night Rodeo, Caldwell, Idaho
● Miss Rodeo America Pageant deadline
● Dodge City Roundup Rodeo, Dodge City, Kansas – Miss Rodeo Kansas
State Pageant
● Kimball County PRCA Rodeo, Kimball, Nebraska
● Nebraska State Fair, Grand Island, Nebraska
● Advertising Contract – Miss Rodeo America Pageant Book
● Parents should be able to order tickets and rooms for Miss Rodeo
America Pageant
● Send in entry for Miss Rodeo America
● Review clothing selections with Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director
● Start working on ideas for an auction item for the Cowboy Christmas
Miss Rodeo America Auction
September 2018
● Denver Market, Denver, Colorado - Mandatory
● Pendleton Roundup, Pendleton, Oregon
● Husker Harvest Days, Grand Island, Nebraska
● Ram Prairie Circuit Finals Rodeo– Duncan, OK, Mandatory
● Mid-Plains Community College Rodeo - Mandatory
● Interview Sessions
● Should have Send-Off Style Show tickets ready
● Clothes for Las Vegas should be ordered
● Speech for Miss Rodeo America finalized
● Oregon Trail Rodeo and Queen Pageant, Hastings, Nebraska –
Mandatory
October 2018
● Y’s Men’s Rodeo, Minot, North Dakota
● McCook Farm and Ranch Expo, McCook, Nebraska
● Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. Annual Meeting, second Sunday
● TV and Radio interviews to promote Send-Off Style Show
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November 2018
● Send-Off Style Show - Mandatory
● This is a good time to have a style show in your hometown as a fundraiser
for the Miss Rodeo America competition!
December 2018
● Miss Rodeo America Pageant, Las Vegas, Nevada
January 2019
● Coronation for Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2018 – Mandatory
This is your final appearance as Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2018.
You are expected to dress as a proud rodeo queen.
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Exhibit A
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contract
Awards/Gifts/Scholarships
Awards
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Saddle
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Buckle
Any and all other awards specifically given to Miss Rodeo Nebraska
or as a category winner*
Gifts
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Banner Pin
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Banners
Any and all other awards specifically given to Miss Rodeo Nebraska
or as a category winner*
Scholarships
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Alumni Scholarship
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. Scholarship
NEBRASKAland DAYS Scholarship
Mid Plains Community College two-year Scholarship
Any and all other scholarships specifically given to Miss Rodeo Nebraska
or as a category winner*
*Categories include horsemanship, personality, interview, speech and written test
I, ___________________________________, Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2018, hereby acknowledge receipt of the
above-mentioned awards, gifts and scholarships. As outlined in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contract as well as
the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Rule Book, I understand that if for any reason the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
National Director and the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. Executive Board deems it necessary to
remove my title/crown, then all of the aforementioned awards, gifts and scholarship will be returned to the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. If for any reason the item cannot be returned, then the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Association, Inc. shall be reimbursed financially in order that they may purchase like awards/gifts for
the young lady chosen to fulfill the Miss Rodeo Nebraska title.
In addition, I understand that all money and in-kind donations received from the time I win the title of Miss
Rodeo Nebraska through the end of my year is for the sole purpose of promoting the title of Miss Rodeo
Nebraska and preparing for my competition at the Miss Rodeo America Pageant. If for any reason my crown is
removed or I relinquish my title, I will refund any money and/or in-kind donations so that this money will
assist the young lady who will assume the role of Miss Rodeo Nebraska. By signing below, I acknowledge
having read and understand this Contract Exhibit A which is a part of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Contract.
___________________
Date
_______________________________________________________
Miss Rodeo Nebraska 2018
________________________________________________________
Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director
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PAGEANT CONTESTANT COORDINATOR |
LINDA EVANS | 1607 Alpha Street, North Platte,
NE 69101 | (308) 520-1058 |
[email protected]
Official Entry Form
Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Ages 19-24 | Entry Fee $225
You must be at least 19, and will not be older than 24 years of age in the year
you compete for Miss Rodeo Nebraska.
ENTRY DEADLINE: APRIL 1, 2017
Name
__________________________________________________________
Age _______________ Date of Birth _______________
Address ___________________________________________________
City _________________________, NE Zip Code __________
Phone No. _______________ Cell No. _______________
Email Address ______________________________________________
Mother ______________________ Father _______________________
Address ___________________________________________________
City _______________________, NE Zip Code __________
Email Address ______________________________________________
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Name of Primary Local Newspaper
_________________________________________________________
Contact Person ____________________________________________
Website __________________________________________________
Address __________________________________________________
City _________________________, NE Zip Code __________
Phone No. _______________ Fax No.________________
Email Address _____________________________________________
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Entry Fee
Copy of your birth certificate or registration of birth.
One digital and three color, billfold- size head and shoulder photos
of same pose.
MRN has the right to use photos for publicity purposes.
Proof of residency: Driver’s License, etc.
PLEASE MAIL ALL ENTRIES AND FEES TO:
MRN CONTEST, LINDA EVANS, 1607 ALPHA STREET,
NORTH PLATTE, NE 69101 postmarked by April 1, 2017
NOTE: You must use this form for entry into the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Pageant. Failure to do so will result in your disqualification.
OFFICIAL USE ONLY
Date Received: _________________________________
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SCHOOLS ATTENDED:
SPECIAL INTEREST AND ACTIVITIES:
WHAT ARE YOUR GOALS:
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WHAT IS YOUR LIFE MISSION:
WHY WOULD YOU LIKE TO BE MISS RODEO NEBRASKA:
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I hereby state that all the information above is true and correct.
_____________________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT
DATE: ______________________
We (I) do hereby give consent and approval of our (my) daughter
entering this Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant under the rules and
conditions set forth. We (I) agree to waive liability of the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Pageant in route to and from, during the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska and the NEBRASKAland DAYS-BUFFALO BILL RODEO
celebration.
_____________________________________________________________________________
PARENT(S) OR GUARDIAN(S)
DATE: ______________________
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CONTESTANT ELIGIBILITY
Under the Direction of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc.
A. You must be at least 19, and will not be older than 24 years of age in
the year you compete for Miss Rodeo Nebraska. B. Contestant will
furnish a copy of her Certificate of Birth and shall be a legal resident of
the State of Nebraska as evidenced by a valid driver’s license and/or
voter’s registration card issued by the State. C. Contestant certifies she
is not currently married and has never been married.
D. Contestant certifies that she is not a parent of any child and that
she is not and has never been pregnant nor terminated a
pregnancy.
E. Contestant has never been charged and/or determined to have
committed any crime of moral turpitude, nor has she had a title
removed for any reason.
F. Contestant will have executed all required consents and/or waivers
of liability prior to the competition.
G. Contestant hereby grants permission to the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Pageant Committee to verify any and all information contained on
her application and attests that the information she has provided is
true.
H. A Contestant must agree to abide by Pageant Rules with the
possibility of disqualification for infractions.
I.
It is the duty and obligation of anyone in a competition of this status
to portray the highest of moral and ethical standards, show the true
ideals of young womanhood and set an example above reproach.
J.
Should circumstances ever occur that a Contestant is conducting
herself in an improper manner and/or way of life, she will be
disqualified from competition, or her title taken away, whichever
the case may be, and she will not be allowed to enter a Miss Rodeo
Nebraska or Miss Rodeo America Pageant in the future.
K. The winner of the Pageant must agree not to marry or become
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pregnant during the year of her reign. If she should marry or
become pregnant, the title will go to the first runner-up and she will
forfeit all prizes and monies won in the Pageant and during her
reign to the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. Executive Board
L. Contestant is subject to a public records search prior to her
application being accepted by the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant
Committee. This will include an internet search.
M. Contestant agrees to a social media search. Contestant consents to
a background check, if deemed necessary. N. Any decision by the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc’s. Executive Board to prohibit
an applicant from participating in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant
competition is final and at the Board’s complete discretion. All
applications must be approved. An acceptance or denial letter will
be sent to all applicants by April 15th.
I do hereby state that I have read and understand the Official Rules and
Regulations Book of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee/Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. and the requirements of Contestant
Eligibility stated above.
_____________________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT
DATE: ______________________
We (I) hereby state that We (I) have read and understand the Official
Rules and Regulations Book of the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant
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Committee/Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. and the
requirements of Contestant Eligibility stated above.
_____________________________________________________________________________
APPLICANT
DATE: ______________________
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WAIVER AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made between the Miss Rodeo Nebraska
Pageant, in the City of North Platte, Nebraska, hereinafter referred to as
“Pageant” and __________________, of
______________________________ __ (city) Nebraska, hereinafter
referred to as “Contestant”.
WHEREAS, Contestant desires to compete in the Pageant,
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises set forth
herein, the mutual benefits derived here from and other good and
valuable consideration provided each unto the other, the receipt and
sufficiency of which is acknowledged by delivery hereof, it is agreed:
1. Contestant represents she (a) has read all Pageant rules and
regulations; (b) has received a complete copy of all Pageant rules
and regulations; (c) has otherwise been fully advised as to any and
all written and/or verbal amendments, if any, to Pageant rules
and/or regulations; (d) understands each and every rule and/ or
regulation, and (e) had full opportunity to present all questions
regarding the rules and regulations, and all such questions have
been fully answered.
2. Contestant will adhere to and comply with all Contest rules and
regulations.
3. Pageant shall, upon observing or being informed of any violation of
and/or perceived violation of any Pageant rule and/or regulation:
a. Inform Contestant of the alleged and/or perceived violation at
the earliest and most proximate time to the instance, but in no
event, not to be less than five hours of the scheduled naming
of the contest winner(s) and
b. In no way act to withhold information as to deprive Pageant of
the opportunity to determine alleged violations.
In this regard, Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director, a Miss
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Rodeo Nebraska Pageant Committee member selected by the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska National Director and one teen
Contestant parent who will be selected at orientation are
hereby designated as the Grievance Committee and will receive
any and all alleged and/or perceived rule violation(s).
4. Unless timely reported as defined above in paragraph 3(a), each and
every alleged violation of and/or perceived violation of Pageant
rules and/or regulations shall be deemed waived and the
complaining party shall be stopped from presenting allegations
regarding the same.
5. Pageant agrees that with respect to reported violation(s), it shall (a)
timely and fully investigate each allegation; (b) report its findings to
the person presenting the allegation and (c) enforce the rules and
regulations against any Pageant found to have violated the same.
6. Contestant agrees that Pageant is the sole and exclusive entity to
determine the existence and/or nonexistence of a violation of the
rules and regulations and that Contestant shall be bound by
Pageant’s determination, the same to be final and binding between
the parties hereto. Contestant further agrees that Pageant is the
sole and exclusive authority to interpret and enforce its rules and
regulations.
7. In any legal proceeding in which Pageant will be awarded any
judgment enforcing any term and/or condition of this Agreement,
Pageant, its employees, agents, sponsors and/or representatives
shall also receive reasonable attorney fees and all costs incurred in
the prosecution and/or defense of said action.
Made and executed on this, the _____ day of _______, 20 _____.
______________________________________________________________
__________________________________________
BY JONI JESPERSEN, MRA NATIONAL DIRECTOR-NE
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RELEASE OF LIABILITY
CONTESTANT’S NAME:_______________________________________
DATE: _________________________
1. I hereby enter the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant to be held in
North Platte, Nebraska, and hereby submit the entry fee of $225
and hereby agree to abide by all rules and regulations pertaining to
the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant.
2. I understand there are certain risks involved in competing in the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant and in participating in the Pageant
events at the Buffalo Bill Rodeo and hereby assume all risk of injury
to myself and/or damage or loss to my property resulting from my
participation in the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant to be held in
North Platte, Nebraska.
3. In consideration of acceptance of my application to compete in the
Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant, I, myself and my heirs, legatees,
personal representatives and assigns, hereby release the Miss
Rodeo Nebraska Pageant, NEBRASKAland DAYS and the Buffalo Bill
Rodeo, the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Association, Inc. and their
respective officers, directors, members and employees of from all
claims, demands, actions and causes of action of any sort for injury
sustained to my person and/or damage or loss to my property
resulting from my participation in any part of the Miss Rodeo
Nebraska Pageant or Pageant events at the Buffalo Bill Rodeo.
4. I represent and certify that I have permission and consent of my
parents and/or guardian to participate in the stated activities.
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5. I certify that my attendance and participation in the stated activities
is voluntary.
I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOREGOING RELEASE OF LIABILITY
_____________________________________________________________________________
CONTESTANT SIGNATURE
DATE: ______________________
_______________________________________________________________________________
PARENT OR GUARDIAN
DATE: ______________________
PAGEANT MEDICAL INFORMATION
Contestant’s Full Name:
__________________________________________________________
Date Of Birth:
__________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name(S):
__________________________________________________________
Address:
_________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
Home Phone: _______________ Cell Phone: _______________
Work Phone: _______________
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Motel:_____________________________________________________
Room #:______ Phone: _______________
(This Is The Location Where The Parent Or Guardian Is Staying In North
Platte During The Pageant.)
Please Indicate Another Person To Contact If An Accident Occurs And
We Are Unable To Reach You:
Name: __________________________________________________
Relationship: __________________________
Phone: _______________
Are you or is your daughter currently being treated for any illness or
injury? _____ If yes, please explain:
Are you or is your daughter presently on any medication? _____ If yes,
please explain:
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Any allergies:
__________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
DATE: ______________________
CONTESTANT, PARENT OR GUARDIAN
PRINT
Please print and signature in all designated lines
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MISS RODEO NEBRASKA SUMMARY OF SCORING CRITERIA
Judged Event
Personality
Appearance
Horsemanship
Test
Horsemanship
Knowledge
Total
50
50
25
50
175
25
0
175
25
225
Personality Interview
60
60
0
50
170
Photogenic
25
25
0
0
50
Radio Interview
35
50
85
Tv Interview
40
30
0
30
100
60
60
0
50
170
1st Go
Horsemanship
2nd Go
Horsemanship
Interview
250
Rodeo Questions
Modeling
Style Show
Modeling Questions
25
40
40
0
135
Questions
30
Group
Interview
25
25
0
25
75
** Speech
30
30
0
80
140
Total
350
320
350
430
1450
** Below is a breakdown of the speech knowledge portion:
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Speech Knowledge
Thesis
Organization
10
10
Style and
Support
30
Delivery
30
80
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LARAMIE SCHLICHTEMEIER
MISS RODEO NEBRASKA 2017
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