Adilyn Batchelor and Waylon Estes were announced as the 2025 Miss Mini rodeo and Jr. Barrelman, respectively, by the Elks rodeo. Batchelor, 9, aspires to become a veterinarian specializing in equestrian rehabilitation and compete at the National Finals rodeo. Estes, 8, comes from a family deeply rooted in rodeo and is excited to entertain the crowd during events like mutton bustin’.

The inaugural Miss Mini rodeo official court includes princesses Baylor Filipe, Isabella Holtman, and Kinslee Gradoville. Filipe is passionate about riding horses, Holtman loves horseback riding, gymnastics, and surfing, and Gradoville has been attending rodeos since she was a child. The court members will engage with the community, participate in public appearances, and help foster a love for rodeo in future generations.

The young rodeo royalty are excited to step into their new roles and bring their enthusiasm for rodeo to the community. Batchelor encourages others to try out for rodeo queen, while Estes is eager to entertain the crowd and continue his family’s legacy in rodeo. Princess Gradoville, who has been attending rodeos since she was a child, is excited to be part of the rodeo community.