Miss Colcord IPRA Rodeo Pageant Rules and Application

June 1-3, 2006

Contestant must be between the ages of 13-24 years of age from any state!

The 2006 Miss Colcord IPRA Rodeo Queen

Will receive a

New Wrangler Two-Horse Trailer with Dressing Room

Compliments of Ranalli Farms in Tontitown, AR

(Trailer will be the Queens to use for one year, with the option to purchase at the end of her reign.)

Along with the many great prizes, we will pay the 2006 Queen’s entry fee to the

Miss Rodeo USA Pageant, held at the IFR!

This is only if she would like to compete for the title! Not mandatory!

We will also be crowning a

*Miss Teen Colcord IPRA Rodeo Queen!

The Miss Teen will be awarded a crown, buckle, and prizes.

Home Page *The Crowns, Montana Silversmith Buckles and Prizes for the Horsemanship winner and Runner-ups are compliments of

Springdale, AR

We understand that there is a large difference in the ages of contestants for Queen. We assure you that the age of the contestant is not a deciding factor. We have had Queens of all ages. In fact, in 2004 Jessica Anderson of Oklahoma was crowned at age 17 and in 2005 Meridee Haworth of Missouri was crowned at age 24.

*As an incentive for the younger ladies we will be crowning a Miss Teen. It will work as follows: The contestant between ages 13-17 with the highest total score will be crowned the Miss Teen Colcord IPRA Rodeo Queen… Unless: She is the overall highest scored contestant, then she will be crowned the Miss Colcord IPRA Rodeo Queen. The next highest scored contestant between ages 13-17 will be crowned the Miss Teen Colcord IPRA Rodeo Queen. If the Miss Teen’s scores place her as a runner- up for the Queen title then she will be awarded both…the runner-up for the Miss and the title of the Miss Teen.

Each contestant must pay a $100.00 entry fee. You can get a sponsor for your entry fee. We will be more than happy to announce it for you. The entry fee must be sent with the application along with a bust photo in western attire and hat. Contestant must execute any and all consents, and agree to abide by all rules herein. Eligible contestants must not currently be married or pregnant. Further, contestants must not have ever been previously married and/or pregnant.

We must have three contestants to have contest!

Any contestant being awarded the title shall not become pregnant or get married during the time of her reign. Upon occurrence of either event, the title together with any and all benefits shall be forfeited and awarded to the next qualified runner-up. Also, in the event the contestant awarded the title shall not fulfill the duties asked of her, any and all benefits and awards shall be forfeited to the next qualified runner-up.

Each contestant must pay a $100.00 entry fee. The entry fee must be sent with the application along with a bust photo in western attire and hat. Contestant must execute any and all consents, and agree to abide by all rules herein.

The pageant is judged on Horsemanship, Speech, Interview, and Fashion Show.

The scoring will be as follows:

Horsemanship- 50%

Speech- 20%

Interview- 20%

Fashion Show- 10%

Each contestant will ride the same horse for the entire competition, including Grand Entry and Introductory Runs. No change of horse will be allowed unless notice from a licensed Veterinarian states the horse is unable to perform. Must have current coggins papers with you!

Suitable western attire will be worn at all times unless otherwise designated.

Tie-Downs are allowed. Spurs are optional. Split Reins are required.

Stallions are not permitted.

Contestant may choose their own appropriate coordinated outfit for Horsemanship. Hat, boots, jeans and long-sleeves are required. All attire should be neat and fit properly. NO chaps or gloves will be permitted.

Horsemanship interview/questions will be asked during the horsemanship part of the competition. This can be over parts of the horse, saddle, knowledge of professional rodeo – its history, organization, rodeo terminology, etc. so be prepared for anything.

Each contestant will give a 2-3 minute speech.

The topic is “Why should people go to a Rodeo!” We want to convince our audience to come to Colcord’s Rodeo. Be creative.

All contestants must be prompt at every function. Failure to be on time could result in a deduction penalty of 5 points per occurrence.

Each contestant will have a personal interview, and interviewed privately by the Judges. Questions asked can be over yourself, rodeo, knowledge of the sport and pageant, current affairs etc.

A grievance committee will be formed and available at all times to receive any type of grievance. One person that the contestants will vote on will also be on that committee to receive any grievances that may arise. The grievance should be in writing and submitted to one of the committee members, who in turn will set up a meeting to discuss the particular grievance.

All contestants are required to set in a designated section at the rodeo unless otherwise directed by the pageant coordinator. Each contestant’s family and friends are encouraged to attend all public functions, but must pay for their own meals and rodeo tickets.

Contestants will conduct themselves in a ladylike manner and all contestants will get along. If for any reason, any fighting or arguing goes on, the contestant will be disqualified immediately and entry fee will not be refunded.

All contestants must abide by all rules or otherwise be disqualified. NO EXCEPTIONS.

No dating during the pageant. NO ALCOHOL. Any contestant caught drinking alcoholic beverages during the rodeo will be disqualified from the competition.

In the event of an overall tie, the horsemanship score will be used as the tiebreaker. We would then go to speech score and then to the personality score total thereafter if necessary.

Contestants must show proof of their horse’s current negative coggins test done within one year of this contest,

The decisions of the judges are final.

The contestant who wins must return the next year as the reigning queen, and assist pageant director with putting the pageant on. Winner may also be asked to make appearances throughout her reign to represent the rodeo.

Neither the Colcord Riding Club nor the Queen’s Committee will be responsible for you.

You are not required to stay for slack competition.

Contestant may enter any event at the rodeo while competing for the Queen’s title and be eligible for all awards.

Contestants are required to wear their rodeo performance clothes during the duration of the rodeo, unless you are competing in another event and must be in long sleeves and wear boots and hats at all times.

Miss Colcord IPRA Rodeo Pageant

Contestant Application

June 1st-3rd

^{Entry
Deadline May 12th, 2006}

Name:________________________________ Age:_____ Date of Birth:_______________

Address:_________________________________________________________________

Phone: _____________________________ E-mail: ______________________________

What are your hobbies/activities/interests?

___________________________________________________________________

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How did you become interested in rodeo?

___________________________________________________________________

What is your experience with horses?

_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________

What is your education background?

___________________________________________________________________

What awards/honors have you received?

___________________________________________________________________

What are your career goals?

___________________________________________________________________

What contributions do you believe a Rodeo Queen can make to benefit the

Sport of Rodeo and its Sponsors?

Why do you want to be Miss Colcord IPRA Rodeo?

___________________________________________________________________

Please give any additional information, which you care to provide.

If the space provided for your answer on any question is not enough, you may attach it to your application.

The judges will have access to your application and pictures.

By signing this application, I agree to abide by the rules and in no way hold the Miss Colcord IPRA Rodeo Pageant, the Colcord Riding Club or the Pageant Director responsible for any accidents, injuries, or death that may occur; I will enter the premises at my own risk.

Signature of Contestant: _____________________________________________ Date: ________

Parent’s Signature: (If contestant is under age 18) ________________________________________

Please include your $100 entry fee along with one (5x7) and one (8 x10), must be head and shoulder shots.

Contact and Mailing Information:

Email: MissColcordIPRARodeoPageant@Yahoo.com

Address: 18504 E. 500 Road Colcord, OK 74338

Susie Harris * Home: 918-326-4156 Cell: (479) 427-6018

Rebecca Cherry * Home: 918-326-4801