08/06/2026
π 2026 Huron County Horse Royalty Princess Contestant Spotlight π
Meet Mallory Hanko! ππ΄
Mallory is an energetic 11-year-old who will be entering 6th grade at Firelands this fall. A true social butterfly, Mallory has never met a stranger! Her bubbly personality, kind heart, and contagious enthusiasm make her a friend to everyone she meets.
This year, Mallory will be showing her Quarter Horse, Forest, in western classes at the Huron County Fair. Her passion for horses began at just 2 years old after a babysitter introduced her to the movie Spirit. From that moment on, horses captured her heart. She started taking riding lessons at Chappel Creek Barn while she was still in pull-ups, attended every horse camp she could, and dreamed of owning a horse until that dream finally became a reality.
Today, Mallory spends countless hours at the barn riding, learning, and caring for her horses. Along the way, she has experienced both the challenges and the rewards that come with owning and showing horses, but she continues to face each day with determination, a smile, and a desire to keep improving.
When she's not at the barn, Mallory enjoys traveling, snowmobiling, competing in grass drag races, and helping her dad on the farm. Whether she's caring for animals, tackling a new adventure, or lending a helping hand, Mallory brings enthusiasm and positivity to everything she does.
With her passion for horses, adventurous spirit, and caring personality, Mallory is an outstanding candidate for 2026 Huron County Horse Royalty Princess.
Please join us in wishing Mallory the very best as she competes for the title of 2026 Huron County Horse Royalty Princess! We can't wait to see her shine throughout this exciting journey! πππ