Queen Bio

2010 PRO-WEST RODEO QUEEN

Amanda Hunter

Raised in the shadows of the Cascade Mountains, Miss PRO-WEST 2010, Amanda Hunter, hails from Sedro-Woolley, Washington. This ‘sweet Dixie flower’ is the daughter of Christine and the late Dave Hunter. She is the middle child of three, with two sisters, Michelle and Carolyn, like any cowboy she knows that ‘blood is thicker than water.’

Being raised in a small logging and rodeo town, Amanda never thought that she ‘should have been a cowboy’ since she has been a cowboy in training ever since she was knee high to a grasshopper. She was raised on a horse with ‘her home ‘neath that big blue sky.’ Amanda started out down the rodeo trail at the tender age of five and has not strayed from it. She traveled with her mom to various rodeos in the northwest, learning the ropes in many different ways. It was here that she fell in love with the sport of rodeo and the western way of life. ‘Sleeping out all night beneath the desert stars’ and being ‘outlaws on the run’ were part of the intrigue of being a cowboy.

In her quest to become the greatest cowboy on earth, Amanda joined 4-H. She participated for 13 years where she showed English, Western and Gymkhana. In 1998, Amanda joined Pony Club, where she found her love for jumping and 3-day eventing. She is now a volunteer 4-H leader and instructor for both and loves teaching youth about horsemanship and riding skills

However Amanda has not always been working towards being an old western cowboy, she was and still is, very active in school. As a 2006 graduate of Sedro-Woolley High School, Amanda played varsity basketball and soccer. After high school she attended Skagit Valley College where she was a starting member on the Women’s Soccer Team and earned her Associates degree.

Amanda is a currently a senior attending Central Washington University where she will double major in Anthropology and Environmental Studies. There she is an active member of the Rodeo Club and the President of the Equestrian Team. After graduating she plans on running a top of the line horse facility with her two sisters.

Amanda it thrilled for her upcoming year. As Miss PRO-WEST she will strive to be friendly with her wave, quick with her smile, generous with her time and a role model to all.

2010 Miss Pro-West Pageant
Finals weekend, the first weekend in October is a great moment for the Professional Western Rodeo Association. Only the top ten in each event are asked to join in the fun where they compete for the greatest title of the year. This year three young ladies competed for the title of 2010 Miss Pro-West (Professional Western Rodeo Association). They were judged in the areas of horsemanship, rodeo knowledge, horsemanship, personal interview, modeling, and both prepared and impromptu speeches. The pageant takes place while Pro-West Finals is in action in Yakima, Washington. The contestants competing for the title of 2010 Miss Pro-West were:

Jessica Davisson, Kaitlynn Fliger, Amanda Hunter

The results of the pageant:
Congeniality – Kaitlynn Fliger
Appearance & Personality – Jessica Davisson & Amanda Hunter
Knowledge – Jessica Davisson
Speech - Jessica Davisson & Amanda Hunter
Horsemanship – Kaitlynn Fliger
2nd Runner-Up – Kaitlynn Fliger
1st Runner-Up – Jessica Davisson

2010 Miss Pro-West – Amanda Hunter

What Miss Pro-West Rodeo can do for you?

· Participate in your parade and grand entry

· Participate in you Queen pageant as a judge or guest

· Radio/television spot promotions for your rodeo

· Assist with awards presentations

· Act as a spokesperson for your rodeo

· Sign autographs

· Assist media with interviews and information during your rodeo

· Special promotions with local sponsors

· Speak at schools or nursing homes

Miss Pro-West Rodeo is an official ambassador of the sport of professional rodeo. She is well-versed on rodeo, horsemanship skills, appropriate appearance and is an excellent speaker. Please contact Miss Pro-West or one of the Coordinators to request an appearance at your rodeo!