Contestants have been announced for the Miss Rodeo Nebraska Pageant, June 12-15 in North Platte. Those vying for the title of Miss Rodeo Nebraska are:
Carly Woerman
Carly Woerman’s passion for animals, especially dogs, has led her to pursue a bachelor’s degree in veterinary science through the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Her goal is to one day open a small animal clinic in rural Nebraska.
When not studying, the North Bend woman enjoys working on her father’s farm, air boating, tanking on the Calamus River, playing sand volleyball, designing tack and rodeo queen clothing, swing dancing, barrel racing and spending time with her horse, Diesel.
Woerman has had three previous rodeo queen titles, including her current title: Miss Burwell Rodeo 2015. Woerman is the daughter of Loy Woerman and Diane Gehring. (Photo courtesy of KC Creations Photography.)
Leanna Gubbels
Leanna Gubbels graduated from Creighton University with a bachelor’s degree in emergency medical science. She will apply to veterinary school this fall in the hopes of eventually becoming a rural community livestock veterinarian after serving as an Army veterinarian.
Gubbels is a paramedic for the Vermillion Fire Department and Faith Regional Health Hospital. In her spare time, she judges 4-H competitions and works as an FFA assistant advisor.
Her parents are Matt and Patsy Gubbels of Laurel.
Laramie Schlichtemeier
Laramie Schlichtemeier is a senior at Chadron State College, majoring in agri-business. After graduation, she plans to pursue a career in agricultural banking so she can help expand and further develop the ag industry for future generations.
Schlichtemeier loves anything that has to do with horses, hunting, fishing and Nebraska attractions and also enjoys volunteering for community service projects.
She is the daughter of Jeff and Shari Schlichtemeier of Ogallala.
Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska
There is also a teen division to the pageant. The contestants competing for the Miss Teen Rodeo Nebraska crown are:
Maceyn Howard
Maceyn Howard is the 15-year-old daughter of David and Jodi Howard, of North Platte. Maceyn aspires to be an equine chiropractor and is on her school’s honor roll. She is active in 4-H, sports and choir, and likes riding horses, fishing and attending rodeos.
Danielle Forster
Danielle Forster is the 16-year-old daughter of Kim and Kevin Forster, of Smithfield. Danielle will be a junior in the fall at Elwood High School, where she has been involved in a variety of extracurricular activities. Danielle also participates in 4-H and horse shows and loves going to rodeos.
Rebel Sjeklocha
Rebel Sjeklocha is the 15-year-old daughter of Susan and Rusty Sjeklocha, of Hayes Center. She will be a junior this fall and is active in volleyball, basketball, track, drama, speech, quiz bowl, swing choir and National Honor Society. She enjoys showing horses and cattle in 4-H.
Taylor Fugate
Taylor Fugate, 15, is a sophomore at North Platte High School where she competes in volleyball, basketball and track. Fugate is Miss Ogallala Junior Rodeo and was previously the Sutherland Rodeo Queen. Her parents are Jeremy and Dustie Cole, of North Platte.
Chyanne Friehe
Chyanne Friehe is the 16-year-old daughter of Brad and Jennifer Friehe, of Culbertson. Chyanne will be a junior at McCook High School this fall, were she is an active member in her FFA chapter. After she graduates, Chyanne plans to attend a college where she can major in vet tech.
Halee Kohmetscher
Halee Kohmetscher is the 16-year-old daughter of Duane and the late Laurie Kohmetscher, of Lawrence. Halee will be a junior at Blue Hill High School, where she plays volleyball and basketball, runs track and participates in band, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, FBLA and FFA. She also serves as the dance team captain.