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Miss Fallbrook 2021 and Miss Teen Fallbrook 2021 courts crowned

Fallbrook residents, supporters, and spectators flooded into the Bob Burton Performing Arts Center to watch the 84th annual Miss Fallbrook and Miss Teen Fallbrook pageants on July 17.

Before beginning the pageants, the 13 contestants and the 2020 Miss Fallbrook and Miss Teen Fallbrook Court participated in a choreographed dance to start off the night and release their nerves. Then, the pageants began.

The event consisted of three categories: personality wear, evening wear, and the impromptu question. There was also an interview process with the judges prior to the pageant.

During the personality wear portion of the night, the contestants personalize their own little black dress. Many girls wore their letterman's jacket, accessories, sashes, and one contestant even wore her college graduation stole. This category allowed the contestants to show off their creativity and passion. Then, they had the opportunity to address their platforms, such as homelessness, sexism in STEM careers, and child abuse. After addressing their platforms, the contestants thanked their sponsors and continued to the next category.

The contestants then put on their evening gowns and announcer Miriam Key with the Fallbrook Chamber of Commerce spoke about the successes and passions of each contestant as they were escorted across the stage by a family member or loved one of their choice, before they moved onto the impromptu question.

Each contestant chose a random question out of a basket and answered it on the spot; these questions included "What does success mean to you?" and "What is more important, education or experience, and why?" The contestants answered to the best of their ability, some of them making jokes, connecting the question to their personal lives, and others responding with brutally honest answers.

At the end of the night, many contestants were highlighted before the announcing of the 2021 Miss Fallbrook and Miss Teen Fallbrook Court.

The contestants in the Miss Teen Fallbrook and Miss Fallbrook pageant categories who raised the most money were announced. The runner up in this category of the Miss Teen Fallbrook pageant was Hannah Burke, while the winner was Cora Haughey. The runner up in the Miss Fallbrook Category was Emily Schmierer, while the winner was Yareli Albino.

The contestants who showed the most leadership were chosen by the 2020 Miss Fallbrook and Miss Teen Fallbrook courts. The Miss Teen Fallbrook leadership award winner was Hannah Burke; the Miss Fallbrook leadership award went to Jaqueline Reyes.

Next was the smile award; the Miss Teen Fallbrook best smile winner was Olivia Harvey. The Miss Fallbrook best smile winner was Taylor Frazier. The most photogenic Miss Teen Fallbrook was awarded to Cora Haughey, the Miss Fallbrook most photogenic award went to Jaqueline Reyes.

Then, the Essay Contest winners were announced. In the Miss Teen Pageant, the winner of the essay contest was Olivia Harvey. In the Miss Fallbrook pageant, the essay contest winner was Emily Schmerier. Miss Congeniality was awarded to Hannah Burke in the Miss Teen Fallbrook pageant, and Emily Schmierer won Miss Congeniality in the Miss Fallbrook Pageant.

The "People's Choice" award went to the contestants picked by the audience. The Miss Teen Fallbrook "People's Choice" winner was Cora Haughey. The Miss Fallbrook "People's Choice" winner was Yareli Albino. The contestants who showed the most spirit during practices were chosen by the Miss Fallbrook Pageant Director Sherri Trombetta and the Miss Fallbrook Assistant Director Christiana Monarez. The Miss Teen Fallbrook winner was Morgyn Stack, and the Miss Fallbrook spirit award winner was Briana Hernandez.

Finally, the 2021 Miss Teen Fallbrook and Miss Fallbrook 2021 courts were announced. Miss Teen Second Princess went to Olivia Harvey. Miss Teen First Princess was awarded to Cora Haughey. The highly coveted Miss Teen Fallbrook title was awarded to 15 year old Hannah Burke.

"When they announced my name as Miss Teen Fallbrook, I was in shock," said Burke. "This is my second year of running, and I'm so lucky to have had this experience. I'm thankful for Sherri, Christiana, and all of the other contestants for their constant support."

After Burke was announced as Miss Teen Fallbrook, it was time to announce Miss Fallbrook. Seven girls competed in the Miss Fallbrook pageant, but only three were chosen to represent Fallbrook as the 2021 Miss Fallbrook court. Miss Fallbrook Second Princess was awarded to Jaqueline Reyes. Miss Fallbrook First Princess was awarded to Madi Golden. And lastly, the 2021 Miss Fallbrook title was awarded to Fallbrook High's very own Emily Schmierer.

Schmierer said that she was ecstatic when her name was announced, but surprised at the same time.

"I'm still in total shock," said Schmierer. "I feel overwhelmed by the amount of support I've received tonight. I'm so excited to serve as Miss Fallbrook this year and help to connect all of Fallbrook even more."

Burke and Schmierer both said they look forward to their year serving as Miss Teen Fallbrook and Miss Fallbrook, and they look forward to being role models in the community.

 

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