RODEO NEWS
Now accepting nominations — 2026 Committee Woman of the Year Presented by Montana Silversmiths
By Ann Bleiker
In 1948, the Girls Rodeo Association, now Women’s Professional Rodeo Association, was built for women by women by 38 strong female leaders in the western industry.
Debbie Mills representing the Douglas County Fair & Rodeo in Castle Rock, CO received the award in 2025
Photo by Kenneth Springer
In honor of them and in partnership with Montana Silversmiths, we will be recognizing one female committee member/volunteer that has gone above and beyond in their local community to make the rodeo a success and/or who has been a staple of the local rodeo for numerous years keeping the tradition alive and well.
Click the button below to learn more and nominate the committee woman you feel most deserves this honor!
All nominations must be received by September 30. The winner will be notified shortly after and will be honored at the WPRA Star Celebration luncheon taking place at the South Point Hotel & Casino on December 3rd.
Previous Winners
2022 – Cindy Williams – Vernal, UT
2023 – Tammie Hiatt – Henryetta, OK
2024 – Rachel Ann Holzschuh – Manawa, WI
2025 – Debbie Mills – Castle Rock, CO
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