About Ava

The Miss Rodeo Washington Crown represents a legacy of integrity, professionalism, grace, and hard work that Ava is eager to continue during her reign as Miss Rodeo Washington 2026. This industry has taught Ava the core values of hard work and going beyond expectations.  She is looking forward to sharing these values throughout her year as Miss Rodeo Washington and leaving a positive impact everywhere she travels. Ava’s Platform “Beyond the Buckle” aims to highlight how we can choose to go beyond what is expected of us every day by working hard and leaving a lasting impact for others to follow. It is her goal to highlight  those who have  gone ‘’Beyond the Buckle’’ to uplift and promote our industry. She feels it is important to serve her community and this industry in all aspects and will continue to champion the western industry.

 As a 3rd generation rancher, Ava resides in Ellensburg, Washington, where she assists with her family’s cattle operation raising Piedmontese Cattle in the Kittitas Valley. Faithfully rooted in the rodeo and agricultural industries, it has brought her so many opportunities from national livestock judging to now serving the industry on a larger scale; volunteering with local 4h groups, offering riding lessons, and working within the cattle industry. With her WPRA permit, Ava spends her summers barrel racing in the Columbia River Circuit and volunteering at local rodeos in their queen programs, assisting with scheduling and social media. Outside the arena, she is a proud business owner as a licensed cosmetologist serving the Kittitas Valley and beyond, helping women look and feel their best.

With the support from her family, friends, and community,  Ava will represent the State of Washington wholeheartedly during her reign. She will bring to light the individuals who keep our western and agricultural industry alive in the Evergreen State through a day of hands-on learning called ‘’Washington Work Days.’’ From each corner of the state and in between, Ava is excited to continue learning and sharing about the very industry that keeps our country alive.

You can follow Ava's travels and adventures on Facebook and Instagram @missrodeowashington.