Kaci Starkley crowned OJRA Rodeo Princess

Kaci Starkley
Kaci Starkley

— Kaci Starkley, of Gentry, was recently crowned the 2011 Ozark Junior Rodeo Association Princess at Parsons Arena.

Competitors had to write and deliver a speech, show complete knowledge of a horse, saddlery and rodeo rules, model western clothing with class, be quizzed on their knowledge and answer impromptu questions, as well as ride a pre-designed pattern.

Kaci is the 12-year-old daughter of Travis and Kathy Starkley. She has won several all around titles competing in pole bending, barrel racing, goat tying, breakaway roping, steer breakaway roping, steer stopping and ribbon roping.

Kaci is also an honor roll student.

School News, Pages 19 on 10/27/2010