Jessa Thomas

Miss Teen Rodeo Washington

Jessa Thomas is a 17-year-old, first-generation cowgirl from Kittitas County, Washington. She is the reigning Miss Teen Rodeo Washington 2024. Her journey began in a yellow velour tracksuit at a pumpkin patch on a pony at age 2. At age 5 her family would purchase their first horses and begin to learn everything she could about horse care and horsemanship. It was there she trained to compete in cutting and sorting. Jessa is an advocate for the equine world, dedicated to demonstrating the power of the horse-human connection. Through her family's Winney Wellness organization, they bring ponies to
events such as schools, retirement homes and more, allowing individuals to experience the bond and joy of equines. Her passion for animals and rodeo culture has driven her to become
an active supporter of Rodeo, Grange, FFA, and 4H. Jessa, the first African American, Washington state title holder and is passionate about providing greater representation for the many different demographics in our great state. Through her platform "be -YOU-tiful”, she is determined to inspire people to be proud of who
they are and embrace their uniqueness. Jessa believes that everyone should have the chance to experience the feeling of standing in an arena surrounded by a patriotic community, coming together to pray, to cheer and to laugh.