Synda Lockard – 20 years old from Shirley, AR - Synda is currently pursuing an Associate of Science degree and then plans to attend University of Arkansas Medical School to get her Bachelors degree in Dental Hygiene.  She enjoys all the thrills and excitement that comes along with such a bold sport as bullriding.  Synda believes that as Miss NFPB her contribution would be to help promote the sport of bullriding, rodeo and to keep the western heritage alive. 
 

 

 

Marie Salassi – 25 years old from Jackson, MS -
Marie is currently attending college to obtain her bachelors degree in Administrative Justice and working as a Booking Officer.  She then plans to attend the Law Enforcement Academy to become an officer.  She believes that bullriding is a test of ability in athletics for both the bull and rider.  Bullriding leaves people sitting on the edge of their seats wanting more.  As Miss NFPB she feels that she could contribute by educating children about the sport of bullriding. 
 

Rachel Kelderman – 23 years old from Erie, CO
Rachel is currently working as a freelance photographer and pursuing a passion of capturing rodeo and Colorado’s land and people.  She feels that a rodeo queen not only lights up the arena with her beauty, grace and million-dollar smile, but is also willing to get her hands dirty.  She is not only the ambassador for the sport, but represents her title, sponsors and country with respect and integrity.  She is a spokesperson and friend, a role model and a leader.
 

Alanah Bonney – 18 years old from Fremont,NE    Alanah is currently attending college to obtain her associates degree in Agri-Business Technology and Development.  She feels that bullriding is the true Extreme American Sport.  You have to be in 100 percent top shape, be smart about the ride and have guts to get up on the back of a two-thousand pound bull for eight seconds.  She believes she would be a great representative for Miss NFPB because she knows a lot about the sport of bullriding, she loves meeting people and loves going to rodeos.