08/28/2026
Hello everyone!
My name is Morgan Hess, and I am incredibly honored to serve as the 2027 Mid-Western Rodeo Queen! I am so excited for the year ahead and all of the opportunities it will bring. From meeting new people and riding in parades to sharing my passion for rodeo, I can't wait to represent the Mid-Western Rodeo throughout the year.
Although I wasn’t raised in a traditional horse family, that never stopped me from pursuing my dreams. From a young age, I started showing horses at the Waupaca County Fair, where I competed throughout my middle school and high school years. I was also on the equestrian team through school, where we competed at both the regional and state WIHA competitions. I was on the Pink Ribbon Rebels for a summer, tried out some roping, went on countless trail rides, and much more! When I’m not riding horses or studying, I enjoy hunting, fishing, racing snowmobiles, reading, and drawing.
I am 19 years old and grew up in Weyauwega, where I graduated from high school in 2025. I am currently a sophomore at the University of Wisconsin–Platteville, where I am pursuing a bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering. My love for the outdoors is what inspired me to choose this path of education, and I am so excited to see where the future brings me!
The Mid-Western Rodeo has always held a special place in my heart, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to represent an event that means so much to me and others. Thanks to the dedication of co-chairmen Rachel Holzschuh and Annette Ziebell, the Manawa Lions Club, and the countless volunteers and community members who work behind the scenes, this rodeo has continued to be a wonderful tradition for so many people. I am proud to have the opportunity to help promote the Mid-Western Rodeo, share the excitement of rodeo with others, and be a small part of keeping this special tradition going for years to come.
This year, I am excited to represent the Mid-Western Rodeo alongside my horse, Shiner, as we travel, meet new people, and make memories throughout my year as queen. I am looking forward to riding in parades, attending rodeos, and getting to share my love for horses and the rodeo community with people throughout Wisconsin. One of the things I am most excited about is seeing the smiles and excitement on young kids’ faces when they see Shiner and me. I hope that through the people I meet and the experiences I share, I can encourage others to have the courage to pursue their own dreams.
I am so grateful for the opportunity to represent the Mid-Western Rodeo and am looking forward to all that this year has in store. Shiner and I hope to see you at the 69th Annual Mid-Western Rodeo!
Morgan Hess
2027 Mid-Western Rodeo Queen
