2023 Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Pageant

Little Mr. and Miss Western Pageant
Little Mr. and Miss Western Pageant Requirements
- Must be ages 3 to 6.
- Must show birth certificate at registration
Times and Locations
Sunday, July 23, 2023 – Sponsor Barn on Rodeo Grounds
- Registration 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm
- Pageant 2:30 pm
Those who have previously won the title of Little Mr. Western or Little Miss Western may not compete in this division.
Jr. Miss Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Pageant
The Jr. Miss Pageant is open to all young women between the ages of 14 and 18, who are still in school, have never been married or had a child.

Jr. Miss Pageant Timeline
July 22, 2023
Contests will take place at the Jaycee Rodeo Grounds. Personal horses should be used. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST WEAR A PLAIN WHITE SHIRT AND DENIM JEANS FOR THIS PORTION OF THE CONTEST! Any color of hat, boots, and belt may be worn. The judges are strictly judging your horsemanship. Please have your horses ready promptly at 8:30 am.
10:30 am – Jr. Miss Interviews
(unless allotted time should go over)
Inside the metal Rodeo Sponsor Barn will be the location for the interviews. The horsemanship attire will be worn for this portion of the contest (white shirt, denim jeans, etc.).
Jr. Miss Rodeo Expectations
- Jr. Miss Rodeo Queen will participate in publicity for this year’s rodeo.
- Expected to make a Queen’s lap around the arena each night of the rodeo, as they are introduced.
- Participate in the Sikeston Rodeo Parade and any other public appearances scheduled by the rodeo committee.
The contestants of this pageant will be asked to sign a contract stating that they understand it is mandatory to be present at all rodeo functions the week before rodeo, the week of rodeo, and any other events deemed necessary if crowned queen.
Jr. Miss Pageant Judging and Scoring
The Jr. Miss contestants will be judged on horsemanship and rodeo knowledge, overall appearance, poise, vocabulary, manners, modeling, and speech. The pageant will consist of three categories:
45%
Horsemanship
30%
Personal Interviews
25%
On Stage
(modeling, speech, and question)
The Jr. Miss will perform a 1-1 ½ minute speech about their hometown or what rodeo means to them.
The points for this year’s pageant will be accumulated throughout the entire contest.
Jr. Miss Pageant Prizes
Jr. Miss Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo will receive:
- Four box seats for each night of the rodeo
- Four dinner tickets for each night of the rodeo
- Sash
- Crown
- Trophy
- Perpetual chaps
To enter, please download and fill out the application below. Once completed mail the application, your entry fee, and a recent photo (suitable for publication) to the address on the application.
Paperwork must be received by July 17, 2023.

SATURDAY, JULY 22, 2023 | $55 Entry Fee
Miss Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo Pageant
The Miss Rodeo Contest is open to all young women 17 years who will not reach the age of 25 by January 1, 2023. The Miss Contestant must be a high school graduate, have never been married, or had a child.
Miss Pageant Timeline
July 22, 2023
8:30 am – Miss Horsemanship
Contests will take place at the Jaycee Rodeo Grounds. Personal horses should be used. ALL CONTESTANTS MUST WEAR A PLAIN WHITE SHIRT AND DENIM JEANS FOR THIS PORTION OF THE CONTEST! Any color of hat, boots, and belt may be worn. The judges are strictly judging your horsemanship. Please have your horses ready promptly at 8:30 am.
10:30 am – Miss Interviews
(unless allotted time should go over)
Inside the metal Rodeo Sponsor Barn will be the location for the interviews. The horsemanship attire will be worn for this portion of the contest (white shirt, denim jeans, etc.).
7:00 pm – Miss Rodeo Coronation
You will be judged on your appearance, stage question, speech, and modeling. Miss attire should consist of one dressy casual western outfit.
Miss Rodeo Expectations
- Miss Rodeo Queen will participate in publicity for this year’s rodeo.
- Expected to make a Queen’s lap around the arena each night of the rodeo, as they are introduced.
- Participate in the Sikeston Rodeo Parade and any other public appearances scheduled by the rodeo committee.
The contestants of this pageant will be asked to sign a contract stating that they understand it is mandatory to be present at all rodeo functions the week before rodeo, the week of rodeo, and any other events deemed necessary if crowned queen.
Miss Pageant Judging and Scoring
The Miss contestants will be judged on horsemanship and rodeo knowledge, overall appearance, poise, vocabulary, manners, modeling, and speech. The pageant will consist of three categories:
45%
Horsemanship
30%
Personal Interviews
25%
On Stage
(modeling, speech, and question)
The Miss will perform a 1-1 ½ minute speech about the Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo.
The points for this year’s pageant will be accumulated throughout the entire contest.
Miss Pageant Prizes
Miss Sikeston Jaycee Bootheel Rodeo will receive:
- Four box seats for each night of the rodeo
- Four dinner tickets for each night of the rodeo
- Sash
- Crown
- Trophy
- Perpetual chaps
To enter, please download and fill out the application below. Once completed mail the application, your entry fee, and a recent photo (suitable for publication) to the address on the application.
Paperwork must be received by July 17, 2023.