More about Miss Rodeo California

Maegan Ridley

On October 5, 2008, Maegan Ridley found her California gold at the conclusion of the 36th annual weeklong Miss Rodeo California completion, held in conjunction with the San Dimas Western Days and Rodeo. Competing with the honor of representing the Norco Mounted Posse Rodeo, Maegan earned the title of Miss Rodeo California 2008. She was chosen from an impressive field of contestants who represented professional rodeos throughout the state of California. On her trail to becoming Miss Rodeo California 2008, Maegan captured awards in Appearance, Personality, Speech and Horsemanship. Along with the title came many wonderful sponsor's gifts.

During her reign, Maegan will have the use of a brand new Toyota pickup truck from Toyota of Glendora, the use of a Circle J Trailer from Golden West trailer sales, a Skyline Trophy buckle, a $1,000 scholarship presented by New Spirits Natural, a Martin Trophy saddle and many other wonderful gifts from generous sponsors.

Maegan's goal is to help preserve the equestrian lifestyle in rapidly expanding suburban areas, by working with local organizations and government entities to increase public knowledge of the equestrian and Western way of life she loves. While working as a riding instructor at a local ranch, she hopes to inspire future equestrians. Maegan believes that rodeo is a sport that brings together yesterday's children and tomorrow's leaders.

Currently a student attending Chaffey College, majoring in Anatomy and Physiology, Maegan plans to pursue a degree in the field of dentistry. In the coming year she will eave home in Alta Loma, to tour the state of California and beyond. As the first lady of California rodeo she will spend time attending rodeos sanctioned by the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association (P.R.C.A., and meet with many service clubs, and civic organizations. Maegan plans to take time to instruct school children about our Western Heritage and the values of honesty, integrity, respect for all, and pride in their country.

Maegan is honored to have this opportunity, and is working hard as she prepares to represent California at the 2009 Miss Rodeo America pageant, held next December in Las Vegas, Nevada, during the 2008 national Finals Rodeo.

"Life doesn't always stand tied at the hitching post,
sometimes you have to "get a lope' after it."