Six young women are vying for the titles of Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Royalty Queen and Teen Queen. Horse women between the ages of 12 and 23 who are passionate about their communities, agriculture, the western way of life and rodeo are competing in categories of horsemanship, interview and written test in order for the judges to select the next reigning queens.
Once crowned these ladies will travel within the state of Arizona and beyond representing the Andy Devine Pro Rodeo. Although only two will wear the crown, these young ladies gain lifelong experiences through the pageant and competition process. Ladies spend time deepening their understanding of their communities and western lifestyle through personal study, skills in public speaking and interview processes all while pushing themselves out of comfort zones while networking sponsorships that support the royalty program. Gaining and instilling confidence along the way.
Three ladies for Teen Queen are:
Kaylee Matter
I am a homeschooled student who has taken horse riding lessons since the age of eight and has maintained A/B Honor Roll from 1st through 7th grade. I compete in barrel racing and local gymkhanas and enjoy making jewelry in my free time. My goal is to become a large animal veterinarian while continuing to grow in the rodeo world. I would be honored to represent the Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Royalty, sharing my passion for rodeo while promoting sportsmanship, integrity, and the traditions of our western community.
Jalynn Carpenter
I am a student at Kingman Academy of Learning – Middle School and plan to graduate in 2030 before attending UC Davis to pursue a degree in Large Animal Veterinary Care, with the goal of returning to serve the animals of Mohave County. Horses and rodeo are a huge part of my life, and I have had the privilege of training under two-time Supreme Champion Garth Garner and attending a clinic with Janiece Wilson, gaining valuable experience in horsemanship and rodeo fundamentals. I compete in barrel racing, gymkhanas, ranch sorting, and team penning, and I am honored to serve as the 2026 Youth Ambassador for Professional Choice. I am passionate about representing the western lifestyle and would be proud to promote the traditions, leadership, and community spirit of Andy Devine Days Rodeo.
Marley Mercola
I am a student at Primavera Online High School with a focus on welding, and I plan to attend trade school to become a cosmetologist and one day own my own salon. I enjoy playing volleyball, rodeoing, and training horses, and much of my free time is spent working with and learning from my horses. My goal in life is to build a successful career while creating a strong, supportive family and running my own business. I would be honored to represent the Andy Devine Days Rodeo Royalty as a way to become more involved in my community and continue learning about the sport and traditions of rodeo.
Three ladies for Queen:
Sydney Humble
I am a student at Lake Havasu High School and have taken advanced classes for the past four years. I compete in barrel racing and enjoy rodeo events like flags, along with culinary activities. I am proud to have served as the 2023 Colorado River Round-Up Rodeo Princess and the 2024 Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Teen Queen. In the future, I hope to become an ultrasound technician while continuing to work with horses, and I would be honored to represent the Kingman community and my passion for rodeo through the Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Royalty program.
Aryianna Fulton
I am a student at Kingman Online Learning Academy with a 3.5 GPA and coursework in animal systems, medical terminology, and introductory agriculture. I compete in barrel racing and breakaway roping and also play flag football, while enjoying art, painting, and drawing in my free time. My goal is to graduate high school while continuing to rodeo and begin college courses on the path to becoming an emergency or veterinary surgeon. I would be honored to represent the Andy Devine Days Rodeo Royalty by promoting rodeo traditions, serving as a positive role model, and representing the values of hard work, respect, and western heritage in our community.
Sofia Caronna
I am a student at Lake Havasu High School and plan to attend commercial welding school after graduation. I compete in barrel racing and enjoy training horses, with the dream of one day owning my own ranch where I can breed horses. Rodeo and the western lifestyle are important to me, and I am passionate about helping carry on those traditions. I would be honored to represent the Andy Devine Days Pro Rodeo Royalty, promoting the sport of rodeo, supporting the empowerment of young women, and representing the Kingsmen through community outreach and education.
An important part of the process is the selection of a panel of judges, we’d like to thank and introduce:
Dallas Morningstar
Dallas Morningstar proudly hails from the sunniest city in the country, Yuma, Arizona. She is married to her best friend, Reno, and together they are raising three beautiful children. Her happiest days are spent with her family-whether at the river, at the barn, or spending a weekend at a barrel race.
Raised horseback by an old-school Texas cowboy, Dallas spent her youth traveling the country with her dad, competing and building a foundation rooted in hard work, love for the sport, and horsemanship. She earned accolades across multiple disciplines, including cutting, ranch sorting, team penning, English, dressage, and barrel racing. Those years on the road shaped not only her skills but her heart for the Western way of life. Today, competing alongside her daughter carries an even deeper meaning-reliving those special memories while creating new ones of her own.
One of Dallas’s most cherished memories is her year serving as the Yuma Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo Teen Queen. The joy, growth, and confidence she gained during that time ultimately inspired her to step into leadership as Director of the Yuma Silver Spur Rodeo Royalty Program. In this role, she is passionate about mentoring young women, fostering confidence, and sharing her unique perspective and experience.
Dallas believes wholeheartedly that beauty and grit, grace and hard work, can- and should -go hand in hand. She is truly honored to be here and to play a part in celebrating the next generation of rodeo royalty.
Chelbea Crowder
Chelbea (Shel-bee) Crowder is a 34-year-old Arizona native, born and raised in the “Lettuce Capital of the World,” Yuma, Arizona. Growing up in a community rooted in agriculture and western tradition, her love for horses and rodeo started early. She began riding as a young girl, competing in Western Pleasure before transitioning into Western Gymkhana events in her early teens. That competitive drive eventually led her into the rodeo arena, where she ran barrels and competed in pole bending. From there, stepping into the rodeo queen world felt like a natural next chapter.
In 2011, Chelbea was honored to be crowned the Yuma Jaycees Silver Spur Rodeo Queen. During her time in pageantry, she earned multiple awards including Speech and Personality at the Flagstaff Pro Rodeo Pageant and the Miss Turquoise Circuit Pageant. While the awards were exciting, what meant the most was the opportunity to represent rodeo, connect with her community, and grow in confidence.
After aging out of competition, Chelbea didn’t step away from the arena. She continued pursuing barrel racing with her beloved barrel horse, Sunday May, competing together until Sunday May’s passing in December 2024. That chapter deepened her appreciation for the grit, partnership, and heart behind every run down the alley.At the same time, she felt called to give back to the queen world that shaped her. Chelbea began volunteering with the Miss Turquoise Circuit Pageant, later joining the Advisory Board and becoming Treasurer in 2020. Before the organization split, she also assisted at the Borderland Queen Clinic, mentoring young women and helping them grow in confidence, knowledge, and horsemanship.
Outside of rodeo, Chelbea works as an accountant for a Department of Defense government weapons testing facility. The discipline, work ethic, and communication skills she developed through rodeo queening have carried directly into her professional career. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, hosting backyard BBQs, cruising with her fiancé Joe in his dream project car, and riding her Harley-Davidson vicla-styled Softail on the open road.
Rodeo queening has been one of the greatest blessings in her life. It built her confidence, strengthened her voice, and connected her with mentors and friendships she still values today. As a judge, she hopes each contestant embraces not just the crown, but the growth, resilience, and opportunity that come with the journey.
Elizabeth Haas
Elizabeth Haas is an Arizona native and pageant veteran with a strong background in competition and community representation. She proudly held the titles of 2015 Prescott Frontier Days Senior Court and 2017 Navajo County Fair and Rodeo Queen, gaining valuable experience in leadership and public presence. Growing up, Elizabeth was actively involved in 4-H and FFA, where she developed a deep appreciation for agriculture and community involvement. She is now working alongside her husband to raise the next generation of agriculturalists as a full time mom of three.
The pageant will take place in one day on March 28. Horsemanship begins at 8 a.m. at the Mohave County Fairgrounds Anderson Arena and is open and free to the public. Here the ladies will exhibit horsemanship by riding a pre-selected pattern, carrying flags, a rodeo hot lap and a short personal interview. Afterwards, the contestants will adjourn to a private luncheon sponsored by Kingman Regional Medical Center. Here ladies will give an introductory speech in front of a small crowd, answer media impromptu questions, and hold a longer, more personal interview with the panel of judges. Contestants will also take a written test.
There are many prizes at hand for the ladies, in categories including Written Test, Most Sponsorship, Miss Congeniality, Horsemanship and of course the Title itself. Crowns for the title holders are sponsored by Driftwood Acres Equine Center, The Saddle for the Queen and Breast Collar for Teen Queen are sponsored by our Main Sponsor K.A.R. Recycling in Kingman. Personalized belt buckles for the title holders are sponsored by Encore Electric. The title holders will also receive a sash and traveling chaps to wear while representing.
Your 2025 Andy Devine Rodeo Royalty “Team Gracie” has this to say about their year:
2025 Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Queen, Gracie Forsse
“As I reflect on the past year, I am filled with gratitude and honor to have experienced the opportunity of serving as your Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Queen. Going into my reign, I knew the experience would be special; however, I did not realize just how much it would shape me. This title has given me the chance to represent a community and lifestyle that I truly love.
Throughout my reign, I have been blessed to attend several rodeos and community events, and to meet so many incredible people who share my passion for the western lifestyle. Growing up involved in agriculture, especially showing livestock, has taught me the value of hard work, responsibility, and dedication. These are the same qualities that I carried with me everyday as your queen, and through this experience, they have only grown stronger, which I am endlessly grateful for. During my time as your queen, I have also gained meaningful connections and friendships that will last a lifetime. I truly cannot express enough gratitude for the opportunity to serve as your queen, and the experiences that have come with it.
I would like to extend my sincere thanks to the rodeo committee, sponsors, my family, and everyone who supported me along the way. I would not have been able to fulfill this role without your encouragement and belief in me.
To the young women competing for this role, I encourage you to embrace every moment this experience offers. Be confident in who you are and give it your all. Try new things, but remember to always stay true to yourself. No matter the outcome, this journey will allow you to grow in ways you never expected. I am proud of each and every one of you.
As I pass on the crown, I do so with excitement and confidence in the next queen. I know she will continue to represent this rodeo, our community, and the western lifestyle with grit, pride, and grace.
Thank you for allowing me the honor of serving as your rodeo queen. It is an experience I will carry with me forever.”
2025 Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Teen Queen, Gracie Caronna
“As I hang up my crown as the 2025 Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Teen Queen, my heart is so full of gratitude, pride, and memories I’ll cherish forever. Serving this incredible rodeo and community has truly been one of the greatest honors of my life.
First, I want to thank my amazing coordinator, Nikki Anderson. Your guidance, patience, and constant encouragement meant more to me than I can put into words. You believed in me, supported me every step of the way, and helped me grow not just as a queen, but as a young woman. I’m so thankful for the time, heart, and effort you poured into me this year.
To the entire Andy Devine Pro Rodeo committee, The Kingsmen— thank you for everything you do behind the scenes and for trusting me to represent this historic rodeo. Your dedication keeps this western tradition alive and strong, and I’m so proud to have been a small part of it.
To all of our amazing sponsors, thank you for supporting not only the rodeo, but also the dreams of young women like me. Your generosity makes this program possible, and I’m incredibly grateful for your belief in our western heritage.
Most importantly, I want to thank my parents. Thank you for the early mornings, the late nights, the miles on the road, and all the sacrifices you made so I could live out this dream. Thank you for believing in me even when I doubted myself and for always pushing me to chase my goals. I wouldn’t be here without your love and support.
I’d also like to thank the Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Queen I had the honor of serving alongside, Gracie Forsse. Sharing this journey with you made it even more special. From parades and appearances to rodeo performances, I’m so thankful for the laughs, encouragement, and memories we made together. It was truly a privilege to represent this rodeo as a team.
And of course, I have to thank my incredible horse, Lainey. This journey grew both of us in ways I never expected. From early mornings to grand entries under the bright lights, she has been my steady partner through it all. Together we learned trust, patience, and perseverance. She’s more than just my rodeo partner — she’s family.
This year shaped me in so many ways. I learned leadership, responsibility, and gained friendships and memories that will stay with me forever.
To the next Teen Queen — cherish every moment because the year truly flies by. Be confident in who you are, even on the days you feel nervous. Ride with pride, speak with kindness, and represent this rodeo with your whole heart. Lean on your horse, trust your team, and remember you were chosen for a reason.
As I pass this crown on, I will always carry the lessons, memories, and people from this year with me. This rodeo, this community, and this experience have left a mark on my heart that will last a lifetime. Thank you for trusting me to represent something so special. Being your 2025 Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Teen Queen will always be one of the greatest honors of my life.”
-With love and gratitude,Gracie Caronna
The 2026 Andy Devine Pro Rodeo will be held this April 11 and 12 at 2 p.m. If you wish to watch the coronation of your 2026 Andy Devine Pro Rodeo Royalty, be sure to purchase your tickets to Sunday’s rodeo where we will crown the winners in the middle of the arena! Tickets can be purchased online at KingsmenRodeo.org and on the Everything Kingman mobile app.
Vendors, volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are available and can also be found on the website.
