07/14/2026
Top 11 at Miss Arizona! ✨😭
All glory to God! I am still so speechless and incredibly grateful for the week I had. I am so honored to have finished in the Top 11 and to have earned $28,000 in scholarships through the Miss America Opportunity. Representing Southern Arizona has been one of the greatest honors. This journey has been unforgettable and my heart is so full.🥹
Thank you to my friends and family!❤️ Your constant love, encouragement and belief in me carried me through every moment. I could never do this without you.
Thank you to UAHS Office of Student Engagement and Career Advancement and Alma Aguirre for your partnership and for helping me grow my service initiative. Your support has allowed me to expand my impact and I am so grateful for your belief in my mission.
To Rena Mezzatesta and Madison Curtis Coaching, thank you for your endless support and preparation. You helped me walk into Miss Arizona feeling confident, prepared and truly myself. I am so grateful for everything you’ve poured into me.
Thank you to everyone who sponsored, donated, prayed, sent encouraging messages, voted and cheered me on from home. Every bit of support meant more than you know.
Congratulations to the new Miss Arizona-Victoria Vredevoogd and Miss Arizona's Teen- Ellie Duffin!! I’m so excited to cheer you both on at Miss America! I’ve known Victoria and Ellie for many years and they will be incredible representatives.👑
Also congrats to more Cinderella sisters across the nation that will be competing at Miss America for their respective states, including my dear friend Mariah Larronde- Miss Nevada💙
This week reminded me why I love pageantry: celebrating sisterhood, service, scholarship, talent and strong women who are committed to making a difference in their communities. It also reminded me that pageantry equips women with the confidence, leadership and opportunities to succeed long after the crown.
I am excited to continue serving as Miss Pima County! My mission to empower first-generation and underserved students pursuing careers in healthcare is far from over! I look forward to continuing that work throughout my year of service and beyond. This is only the beginning❤️✨