NICHOLE ANDREWS

Scappoose, OR

Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Oregon...

Miss Rodeo Oregon is provided the opportunities to educate others on rodeo's past, present, and future. She elevates the sport and inspires all ages to embrace our western heritage, its values, integrity, and the beauty it possesses. It would be an honor to represent this western way of life.

 Nichole Andrews is the proud daughter of Terry and Diana Andrews of Scappoose.  She is a 2004 graduate of Scappoose High School where she was active in Equestrian Team, Horse 4-H, Swim Team, Yearbook Staff, and Natural Helpers.  She earned scholar athlete honors, the Community Service Award, and the title of 2003 Scappoose High School Homecoming Queen.

Nichole attends Oregon State University where she is pursuing a degree in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing and a minor in communications and is on the Dean's List.  She plans to enter the rodeo marketing/sponsor field to promote the sport she loves.  Nichole also plans to receive her real estate license and specialize in equine properties. 

Nichole served as the 2004 Columbia County Fair and Rodeo Princess and the 2005 Queen. She has kept involved in rodeo as a volunteer for the rodeo committee and by coaching young ladies who aspire to represent the sport.  When Nichole is not working with horses or volunteering, she enjoys snowboarding, swimming, camping, and fishing and hunting with her two older brothers. 

CAYLEE COOPER

Warren, OR

Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Oregon...

            Rodeo is a true preservation of our western heritage. It shows dedication, family values, and pride. This exhilarating sport has given me amazing memories.  Representing and giving back to the sport that shows a piece of history, present and the future as Miss Rodeo Oregon would be a great honor.

            Caylee is the daughter of Jeff and Chris Cooper. A 2004 graduate of Scappoose High School, Caylee graduated with honors while being active in  Natural Helpers, Teen Courts, Yearbook, Ski club, and a four year varsity rider on OHSET. Caylee also received an award for most community service hours. 

 Caylee attends Mt. Hood College where she is pursuing a degree in Broadcasting Journalism with a minor in Communications, in hopes of becoming a rodeo broadcaster to help educate the public on the sport of rodeo.  Caylee also has a degree in early childhood education from Portland Community College. 

             Caylee has served as the 2003 Columbia County Princess, 2004 Columbia County Queen, 2005 Molalla Buckeroo Queen and 2005 Miss Salem Rodeo. She enjoys competing in barrel racing with her rodeo partner Larry and showing in western equitation and halter classes with her "Impressive" gelding, Tank.

 When not riding or in school Caylee works as a preschool teacher, volunteers at local retirement homes with her dog Pepper and enjoys camping, skiing, snowboarding, and western fashion design.

CELESTE HILLOCK

Enterprise, OR

Why I Want to be Miss Rodeo Oregon...

The sport of Rodeo promotes the basic values that make America great and helps develop the kind of character and strength it takes to succeed in life. Being Miss Rodeo Oregon will allow me to share values such as integrity and hard work, and encourage youth to become their best.

Celeste Hillock, 21, is the daughter of John and Gail Hillock of Enterprise, Oregon. She has two older brothers, Jared and Andy. Celeste was raised in Wallowa County, a community deeply rooted in ranching, farming, and rodeo. Celeste was extremely involved during high school in a variety of activities including cheerleading, dance, 4-H, FFA, student government, band, and National Honor Society. As a student, she earned numerous honors, and was named Wallowa County's Young Adult Leader of the Year 2003.

            After graduating from Enterprise High School in 2004, Celeste attended Washington State University, where she's currently a senior. She majors in Human Development, focusing on families and adolescents, and minors in Spanish. After graduating, Celeste plans to continue studies in intercultural youth and family development, hoping to serve in the Peace Corps.

            Celeste began developing her skills as a horsewoman in 4-H and continues to develop her skills through rodeo, having served on the courts of Chief Joseph Days, Lewiston Roundup, and Pendleton Round-Up. Celeste also enjoys photography, knitting, scrapbooking, and designing purses.

SARAH NOCE

Redmond, OR

Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Oregon...

Taking time to talk to our youth as a role model is promotion in itself and is a step toward the preservation of the family values the rodeo way of life entails.  Strong patriotism, connection with God, honest competition, and exceptional work ethic are aspects of rodeo that must be exemplified through this title.

Hey everybody!  My name is Sarah Jessica Noce, the proud daughter of Bill and Sue Noce.  I have always loved rodeo and am fascinated by the competition that rodeo and sports flare in some people.  I began riding at five, started competing in horseshows and was later involved in 4H and rodeo through Northwest Youth Rodeo, high school rodeo and equestrian team. 

I graduated from Redmond High in 2004 as valedictorian, member of Honor Society, and was heavily involved with sports, playing softball, basketball, volleyball and powder puff football.  Sports helped me establish a great work ethic, sense of teamwork and provided a fun and structured pastime outside of school. 

Planning to become a mathematics teacher and coach, I am working on my degree in mathematics education at Central Washington University.  I am actively involved in the university's rodeo club, work as a veterinary assistant, and am coaching a youth girls softball team which has been such a rewarding experience.  Last year I was honored to represent the wonderful Sisters Rodeo as their 2006 queen.

Pre-Pageant Orientation

May 19, 2007 ~ Prineville, OR

Loftesness Residence

Pageant Orientation and Welcome ~ Yamhill Grill, Newberg

Personal Interviews

Gold Buckle Gala ~ Kimberly Maus KPTV 12

Smith Residence ~ St. Paul

       Caylee         Celeste                                      Nichole           Sarah

Visiting Royalty

Fashion Show ~ St. Paul Elementary Show

St. Paul Rodeo Grand Entry ~ Friday

            Caylee              Celeste                Nichole               Sarah

Horsemanship ~ St. Paul Rodeo Arena

           Caylee                                             Celeste

Jennifer

         Nichole                                             Sarah

Pageant Luncheon ~ Yamhill Grill, Newberg, OR

Crowning of 2008 Miss Rodeo Oregon

Nichole Andrews

Nichole and 2007 MRO Jennifer Steffen