Contestants
2025 Miss Rodeo Utah Contestants
Miriam
Brophy
Age: 21
Hometown: Payson
Parents: Dan & Esther Brophy
Education: Miriam is a graduate of Maple Mountain High School, where she graduated with high honors. She served in leadership roles in FFA, FCCLA, SkillsUSA, 4-H Horse & ASL clubs. She was also first runner up for Sterling Scholar in the Wasatch Front Region.
She graduated from Snow College with an associate of science and majoring in pre-vet. She will be attending Utah State University in the fall to complete her bachelor’s degree and then apply for veterinary school.
Background: While attending Snow College, Miriam was an active member and competitor for the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association where she competed as a barrel racer. She loves horse showing and is an active member of the Panorama Horse Show Circuit. For the past two years, she has been on the Championship Cervi Rodeo Houston Pivot Team. She has held the queen titles of 2022 Art City Days Rodeo Queen, 2023 Fiesta Days 1st Attendant. 2024 Lehi Round Up Queen, 2025 Utah State Fair 1st Attendant, and the 2025 Western Stampede Rodeo Queen.
In addition to her rodeo activities, Miriam is a skilled seamstress. She has won several awards in various sewing contests and placed at Nationals with FCCLA and MIWW (Make It with Wool).
Why I Want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: As Miss Rodeo Utah, I would be honored to represent the values of hard work, integrity, and a deep respect for the western way of life I was raised with. I want to inspire young children and rodeo fans across the state by showing them that dedication and passion can open doors to amazing opportunities. Being a role model means more than wearing the crown, it's about leading with kindness, promoting agriculture and rodeo, and encouraging others. This title has been held by many inspiring ladies before me, and I would be honored to carry on the legacy.
Terra
Hicken
Age: 20
Hometown: Heber City
Parents: Dave & Tanya Hicken
Education: Terra is a graduate of Wasatch High School, where she was awarded multiple scholarships which she was able to apply toward her continued education. In 2021, she completed a Certified Nurse Assistant course through Mountainland Technical College and continued on to Utah Valley University where she graduated in 2023 with her associate’s degree in business management. She then returned to Mountainland Technical College to earn a certificate to be a Limited X-ray Technician.
Background: Terra was involved in 4-H where she would raise and show sheep, was a member of FFA, and enjoyed her time as a member of the Wasatch Rodeo Team. She waw also a part of Tumble Central and youth rugby. One of her favorite places to go is Red Fleet Reservoir, where she can take her dogs and paddle board. She has also been learning how to sew and gem her own clothes. Each project allows her to express her creativity and bring her ideas to life.
Terra has been a part of several royalties and has held the queen titles of Dinosaur Round-Up Queen 2022, Miss Rodeo Oakley 2023, Miss Utah State Fair Rodeo Queen 2024, Summit County Rodeo Queen 2024 and Evanston Cowboys Days Queen 2024.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: Becoming Miss Rodeo Utah is an incredible honor, and I am eager to pursue it because of my deep passion and respect for the rodeo community and the western way of life. I would be truly privileged to represent the great state of Utah as its ambassador, showcasing the values that make our state and its rodeo traditions so special. If I was chosen to be Miss Rodeo Utah, I would be committed to supporting and inspiring the next generation of rodeo athletes and queens. This title would not only be an accomplishment, but an opportunity to make a lasting impact.
Dalli
Holyoak
Age: 21
Hometown: St. George
Parents: Trevor & Lori Holyoak
Education: Dalli is a graduate of Dixie High School where she graduated in the top 10% of her class with a 4.0 GPA. During high school, she received multiple academic and leadership awards, and earned scholarships from the UHSRA, NHSRA and the courage for Kerri Scholarship award. She continued on to the Skin Institute, where she completed training to earn both her Basic and Master Esthetician Licenses. During her time there, she had the opportunity to train under world-renown plastic surgeon Dr. Patel. As a licensed Master Esthetician, she transitioned into the role of Medical Assistant in Dermatology at Riverside Medical Arts Dermatology.
Background: Dalli was an active member of the FFA where she competed in Creed Speaking and Employment Skills. She was a member of both the UJHSRA and the UHSRA. She is currently an active member of several barrel racing associations and dedicates countless hours to working with her horses and strengthening her skills in barrel racing, breakaway roping and reining. Outside of the rodeo arena, she enjoys ATV riding, swimming, cooking and baking. She values family gatherings, barbecues and making lasting memories with loved ones. Family is at the heart of everything she does.
Over the years, Dalli has earned several queen titles including, Dixie Round-up Queen & Princess, UHSRA Queen and served as the UHSRA secretary. She was able to serve as a Pivot Girl for Rodeo Houston for 10 Days, held the title of Spanish Fork Fiesta Days Rodeo Queen, and is currently the Lehi Round-up Rodeo Queen for 2025.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: As a youngster sitting on the floor of my elementary school gym, I would anxiously wait for my hometown rodeo crew to arrive. Nothing could make me more excited than seeing the rodeo queens, as they and the rodeo clown, stock contractor and rodeo personnel taught our school about the Dixie Round-Up Rodeo. At a young age, I was captivated by what being a rodeo queen stood for: Kindness, Integrity, Hard work and to Inspire! As Miss Rodeo Utah, I would use my platform of “Be a Light” to inspire others to be a light in and outside of the arena. It would be my greatest honor to represent professional rodeo and the beehive state of Utah, as your 2026 Miss Rodeo Utah!
Ada
Poulter
Age: 21
Hometown: Garland
Parents: Shannon Poulter & Kristina Fronk
Education: Ada is a graduate of Marsh Valley High School where she served as team captain for the competition cheer team and was awarded top team GPA at state finals. She also received several academic awards and an IHSRA scholarship as well as completing early graduation.
After attending her first two years of college at UMW in Montana on several scholarships, Ada is currently a student at Utah State University where she will graduate in 2026 with a bachelor’s degree in business finance and her CFP licensing. Her career goal is to specialize in agricultural finance, focusing on supporting the long-term growth and sustaining farms and ranches.
Background: With the support of her amazing family, Ada has had the opportunity to pursue many passions and interests including cheerleading and serving as the assistant coach for men’s basketball at UMW. When she is not in the arena, you can find her doing everything outdoors from hunting and fishing to golf, traveling, surfing or staying home and reading a novel.
She previously held memberships within FFA, 4-H, NHSRA and the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association. She is currently a member of the AQHA, NRCHA, as well as holding her Rocky Mountain Professional Rodeo card. She also holds her WPRA permit. She was a member of the 2025 Rodeo Houston Pivot Girl Team, and she currently holds the title of Miss Rodeo Ogden.
Why I Want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: I put on my first pair of colored wranglers at age 5 and from that moment on, the rodeo queen world began to shape me into who I am today. Throughout my life I have looked up to the young women who held the title of Miss Rodeo Utah. They consistently exemplified grace, humility and strength while representing the sport of rodeo, and each, in their own way, left a lasting impact on my life. Rodeo holds a deeply special place in my heart. Growing up in this industry has taught me the value of hard work, resilience, and making the most of the tools you are given. More than that, it has shown me how rodeo turns friends into family and how the relationships built along the way are far more valuable than any gold buckle. The rodeo community is something truly remarkable, and it would be an incredible honor to serve, promote, and give back to the sport and lifestyle that has given me so much – as Miss Rodeo Utah.
Jenessa Sullivan
Age: 24
Hometown: Ogden
Parents: Mark & Pam Sullivan
Education: Jenessa is a graduate of Skyridge High School, where she earned three CTE certifications and maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.8. She found her passion for marketing while working for the Utah State Fair as a Marketing Intern. She aspires to complete her degree in marketing, with the help of several scholarship opportunities. She is currently working for the City of West Haven as the social media Director. Her goal is to work in the western industry to combine her love of agriculture and the sport of rodeo in her everyday work life and allow her to positively impact the world of western professionals.
Background: At the age of eight, Jenessa started riding Arabian horses in endurance races, riding 25-50 miles in one day. In her spare time, she is learning how to breakaway and team rope. She has a passion for trail riding through Utah’s mountains. When she isn’t horseback in the mountains or in the arena, she loves camping and riding ATVs with her family.
Jenessa participated in the Utah 4-H program for ten years where she showed horses and qualified at the state level four years consecutively. She served as a Utah County 4-H Horse ambassador for three years and competed at the state level in FFA. She is proud to be an alumna of 4-H and FFA and loves every opportunity to give back to these organizations.
Janessa is honored to have represented several titles, including the 2019 Miss Utah State Fair, 2021 Miss Rodeo Hooper, 2022 Evanston Cowboy Days Queen, 2024 Miss Rodeo Ogden and is the current Miss Wilderness Circuit Queen. She placed Second Runner Up to both Miss Rodeo Utah 2022 and Miss Rodeo Utah 2024 and 3rd Runner Up to Miss Rodeo Utah 2025. She was also recognized as The Elite Rodeo Royalty Ambassador of the year.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: Becoming Miss Rodeo Utah has been a dream I’ve nurtured with passion and dedication. I firmly believe in God’s plan for all of us, and I know that the connections, friendships, and opportunities can and will shape my future in extraordinary ways. Every moment spent preparing for this role is a chance to honor my family, community, and beloved home state. I am eager to share and inspire others on a larger scale through my platform, “The Refiner’s Fire”. It is my testimony of never giving up through trials and tribulations and believing that our creator is shaping us into exquisite people. With each step in this journey, I aim to spread positivity and bring the rodeo spirit to life by touching lives and uniting others through the western principles and values that I cherish.
Rylee
Warnick
Age: 23
Hometown: West Jordan
Parents: Russell Warnick & Tiffany Ostrander
Education: Rylee is a graduate of Copper Hills High School, where she was on the honor roll for all four years and was on the Dean’s List as well, along with earning an associate’s degree in general studies. She went on to obtain an associate’s degree in communications from Utah Valley University in 2022 and then was able to pursue her second passion at Taylor’s Hair Academy, studying hair design and barbering.
Background: Rylee was a member of the Key Club and her high school’s FFA Club where she held several leadership positions. She had the opportunity through these organizations to give service to many others who were in need. She continues to serve the community as part of a team that offers haircuts to the homeless and residents of The Point, a halfway house located in Salt Lake City.
She was a member of the Longhorn Rodeo Team in high school, competing in team roping, breakaway, goat tying, pole bending and barrel racing. She is a current member of the IRHA and the Utah Versatility Ranch Horse Association and competes in ranch pleasure, trail and reining. She has held the titles of Pony Express Rodeo Queen, Lehi Round-Up Rodeo Queen, Dixie Round-Up Rodeo Queen and Fiesta Days 1st Attendant.
When she is not on a horse, her favorite place to be is camping and spending time with her family outdoors.
Why I want to be Miss Rodeo Utah: Growing up with rodeo, I watched hundreds of volunteers donate thousands of hours to rodeo with stock contractors, rodeo committees, and contestants making up the backbone of the sport. They are all great examples of the values that the western way of life brings to the modern-day world we live in. What an honor it would be to join the ranks of these fellow ambassadors. Miss Rodeo Utah is a platform to educate by example and be a positive role model for young cowboys and cowgirls. Teaching pride in the job you are doing, the importance of agriculture, and respecting your peers and animals around you. One of my goals as Miss Rodeo Utah will be to educate on the importance of health inside and outside of the rodeo arena. Our western roots run deep in the state of Utah, and to be the representative of that legacy would be something I would cherish and serve with devotion.