07/24/2026
As we are on the eve of the 2026 Miss Fort Hall Rodeo Queen & Junior Rodeo Queen Pageant, I’m filled with so much appreciation for this honor and opportunity to represent the Shoshone-Bannock Tribes & Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival Legends INFR Tour Rodeo.
I am the daughter of Leo and Rolinda Massey of 7-Mile, Arizona. My paternal grandparents are Toleedo and Regina Massey of 7-Mile, and my maternal grandparents are the late Cecil Sr. and Myrtle Ivins of Cibecue. I’m of the Mesquite People Clan, born for the Slender Peak Standing Tall People Clan. I’m also part Navajo.
In July 2025, I traveled to Fort Hall, Idaho, where I competed in the Miss Fort Hall Rodeo Queen Pageant and earned the title.
Over the past year, I have traveled extensively throughout the United States, representing Indian rodeo. My travels took me to Wyoming, Idaho, Utah, Montana’s Crow Fair, Arizona rodeos and fairs, the Indian National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, and the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo, as well as many other events across Indian Country. During my reign, I helped sponsor a Tiny Tot Special at the Shoshone-Bannock Indian Festival Powwow, recognized the Indian Relay Women’s Race Champions, contributed to the added purse for the Fort Hall INFR Tour Rodeo, and gifted ribbon skirts during the Fort Hall Round Dance. In total, I represented my title while visiting 11 states and numerous tribal nations.
To my Junior Queen Arayah, I couldn’t have asked for a better little sister to serve with, you made this year a memorable one. Your family will forever be apart of mine, thank you for this beautiful journey together. I’ll always be here to support and cheer you on.
This honor would not have been possible without the support, prayers, and contributions from my friend’s, sponsors, and family. Especially Reba Coby for creating this wonderful platform to elevate the western way of life for the Shoshone-Bannock people. Thank you to my parent’s, my sibling’s and those who helped make this a remarkable and successful reign. Forever the greatest honor of my life. I love you all.
On Saturday, July 25, 2026, I will conclude my year of service as I will crown the next Miss Fort Hall Rodeo Queen during the Horsemanship and Public Speaking Pageant beginning at 8am at the Fort Hall Indoor Rodeo Arena in Fort Hall, Idaho. I hope to see you all there.
