Sisters Rodeo seeks early queen entries

Selection of the 2005 PRCA Sisters Rodeo Queen has been scheduled earlier than in past years, according to John Leavitt, queen selection committee chair.

Applications will be accepted until September 24. Tryouts are scheduled for Sunday, September 26, 1 p.m. at the Sisters Rodeo Arena.

"We have moved up our queen selection schedule to a time similar to other rodeos and to allow our queen to help us promote our rodeo at more events prior to our June rodeo," Leavitt explained.

Applicants must be, as of June 10, 2005, 18 years to 23 years of age, single, have not been married and must not have children. They must supply their own horse and demonstrate their riding abilities. Proof of insurance must accompany all applications.

The queen must have time available for appearances at the 65th annual PRCA Sisters Rodeo in June and other events. She will also represent the Sisters Rodeo Association at other Oregon rodeos.

Three judges will select the queen based on personality, appearance, riding ability and the contestant's horse. In addition to the riding demonstration, contestants will be asked to give a brief oral presentation and respond to questions from the judges.

The applicant selected will receive a wardrobe, a Sisters Rodeo belt buckle, travel expenses, and a $500 Sally Leavitt Queen's Scholarship for continued education.

Application forms can be obtained from John Leavitt at 549-6451 or from Leavitt's Western Wear, 100 E. Cascade Ave. in Sisters.