the road to the crown: Meet The Girls (Part Two)

January 26, 2012

Today, it’s part three of our multi-part series “the road to the crown” as we follow 24 young ladies at Northview High School in their quest for the crown and the title of “Miss Northview High School” for 2012.

Today we introduce you to the second of three sets of contestants. Their biographies, as submitted by the girls, are below along with their photos. You can click any photo below to enlarge.

Our series “the road to the crown” will continue tomorrow with biographies and photos of the third set of contestants. The pageant is Saturday night at 7:00, and NorthEscambia.com will have the new Miss Northview High School and all the photos here Sunday morning.

Miss Ashley Renea’ Cunningham

Ashley is the 16-year old daughter of Andy and Christina Cunningham. She has been a member of the Student Government Association for three years and currently serves as treasurer. She was also elected by her peers as vice-president of the freshman class, as well as, vice-president of the junior class. Ashley has been a junior varsity cheerleader for one year and was the recipient of the prestigious Spirit Award. She has been on the varsity cheerleading team for two years and currently holds the title of co-captain. She is also the recipient of the 2011-2012 Best All Around award.

Last year, Ashley was selected by her peers to represent them on the Homecoming Court, where she was chosen Sophomore Class Maid. This year, she was again selected to represent her junior class on the Homecoming Court. She has been a member of the track team for three years, the Science Club for one year, and a member of the Future Farmers of America for two years. She has been a member of the dance team for one year, the weightlifting team for one year, and a member of S.W.A.N.S for two years. In track, Ashley was awarded the “Do it for the team” award and the “Heart” award. In her community, she is a member of the 4-H Club and won the title of 2011 Grand Champion in Steer and Heifer.

Her hobbies include showing cattle, playing tennis with her family, watching Harry Potter DVD’s, and going to Pensacola Beach with her amazing friends.

Her future plans are to attend a major university and obtain her degree in education and become a teacher. She also hopes to one day coach cheerleading.

Miss Hannah Elizabeth Gibson

Hannah is the 14-year old daughter of Steve and Kristy Gibson. In eighth grade, she was a member of the National Junior Honor Society and a member of the Ernest Ward Middle School cheerleading team where she held the title of captain. She was also the recipient of the “Best all around cheerleader” award for two years.

She was the 2011-2012 Poarch Creek Indian Junior Princess first alternate.

At Northview, Hannah is a junior varsity cheerleader and a member of the Spanish Club. In her community, she is an active member of the First Baptist Church of Bratt.

Her hobbies include cooking, gymnastics, boating, going to the beach, and spending time with family and friends.

Her future plans are to attend the University of Alabama and earn her degree to become an orthodontist.

Miss Morgan Nicole Digmon

Morgan is the 15-year old daughter of Mark and Tina Digmon. She has been a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for one year, a member of the dance team for one year, and a member of the softball team for two years.

Last year, she was an Atmore Rotary Club Academic All-star and was awarded the Miss Poise and Appearance award in the 2011 Miss NHS pageant. She has taken dance at Heather Leondard’s Danceworks for seven years and helps teach ballet as an assistant teacher. In her community, Morgan is an active member of Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church, where she takes part in the youth group program and choir.

Her hobbies include dancing, shopping, listening to music, and spending time with family and friends.

Her future plans are to attend college at Auburn University. After earning her degree, she hopes to one day start a family.

Miss Abigail Christie-Anne Odom

Abby is the 17-year old grand-daughter of James and Mildred Windham. She has been a member of the NHS drama department for two years and played “Susan” in their production of “The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe.” This year, she was chosen to be the heroine, “Wendy March,” in their production of “The Dastardly Dr. Devereaux.” She has been a member of the Art Club for two years and took first place at the Pensacola Art show. Abby was a junior varsity cheerleader for one year and held the title of captain. This year, she is on the varsity cheerleading team.

She has been a member of the Future Business Leaders of America for one year, the dance team for one year, and chorus for one year. Last year, Abby was selected to represent the junior class on the Homecoming Court. In the 2011 Miss NHS pageant, Abby was among the top ten contestants. She has taken dance for 15 years at Studio 43 in Mobile and volunteers her time as an assistant coach of the Northwest Escambia Mites cheerleaders. In her community, Abby is an active member of Enon Baptist Church.

Her hobbies include making jewelry, photography, taking dance, spending time with her cheer family, as well as, spending time with other loved ones.

Her future plans are to attend Pensacola State College and then later transfer to a major university to pursue a degree in photography.

Miss Brittany Danyel Thompson

Brittany is the 18 year old daughter of Anthony and Alicia Thompson. She has been a member of the Student Government Association for four years, a member of the Interact Club for three years, and a member of S.W.A.N.S. for three years. Brittany has been a member of the Future Farmers of America for four years and has held the office of historian and treasurer. She was a member of the junior varsity cheerleading team her sophomore year and has been on the varsity cheerleading team for two years. She was the recipient of the 2011-2012 Most Improved award.

She has been in the Spanish Club for one year, on the weightlifting team for one year, and in the Future Business Leaders of America for one year, where she held the office of treasurer. She participated in the Chief Challenge 5K run and also volunteers her time building houses with the Habitat for Humanity in Atmore, Alabama. Brittany has also volunteered her time working with children at Camp E.D.G.E. for Aldersgate Church.

Her hobbies include cheerleading, dancing, photography, spending time with family and friends, and watching her favorite television program: “American Horror Story.”

Her future plans are to attend Pensacola State College for two years and then transfer to Florida State University. While in attendance, she hopes to join an academic sorority.

Miss Ashley Nicole Mooney

Ashley is the 16-year old daughter of Scott and Sandy Mooney. She was a member of the junior varsity cheerleading team for one year, the junior varsity softball team for one year, and a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for one year, where she currently serves as treasurer. She was also voted freshman class treasurer and is currently the president of the junior class. Ashley has been a varsity cheerleader for two years, a varsity softball player for one year, and a member of the track team for one year.

She has been a member of Rho Kappa for one year, where she currently serves as treasurer, a member of the Future Farmers of America for one year, and a member of the Beta Club for one year. She was an Academic All-star for the 2010-2011 school year. Ashley was selected to represent her class on the Homecoming Court her sophomore and junior year. In her community, she is an active member of Healing Waters Church and a member of the Panhandle Allstar Cheerlading Team. She has volunteered her time with the Relay For Life foundation and was also awarded the “Take Stock in Children” scholarship.

Her hobbies include cheerleading, softball, running track, riding horses, photography, going to the beach, and spending time with loved ones.

Her future plans are to attend Florida State University and cheer while pursing her bachelor’s degree.

Miss Melissa Jayne Martinez Moretz

Melissa is the 18-year old daughter of James and Lisa Moretz. She has been a member of the track team for two years and a member of the NJROTC program for four years, where she held the position of executive officer for one year. Melissa has been a member of the Tribal Beat Marching Band for four years and has held the title of drum major.

As a cadet for the NJROTC, she has received the American Legion Military Excellence award, the Military Order of the World Wars award, the Theodore Roosevelt Youth medal, and the Military Order of the Purple Heart award. Melissa was also recognized by the Pensacola Suburban West Rotary Club and was awarded for exhibiting core values.

Her hobbies include writing short stories and poems, painting, reading, singing, and playing various instruments including the piano, the clarinet, and the saxophone. Melissa also enjoys spending time with her family and friends.

Her future plans are to attend several different universities so that she can expand her knowledge in a broad range of subjects. She also intends on traveling and living in places that are out of her comfort zone. When she is done traveling, she hopes to open a jazz café with live music and delightful food.

Tiffany Nichole Pritchett

Tiffany is the 15-year old daughter of James Pritchett and Debbie Lee. She has been on the junior varsity volleyball team for two years and this year she was moved up to varsity at the end of the season. Tiffani has also been on the junior varsity softball team for one year. She was the recipient of the “Best Offensive Volleyball Player” award for 2011 and was also an Atmore Rotary Club Academic All Star.

In her community, she has played softball for the Molino Ballpark team for seven years. She also volunteers her time to help coach the younger girls in softball. Tiffani is an active member of Pace Assembly of God Church.

Her hobbies include playing volleyball, playing softball, and spending time with family and friends.

Her future plans are to attend Auburn University and pursue a medical degree. She hopes to one day become a pediatrician.

NorthEscambia.com photos, click to enlarge.

Comments

7 Responses to “the road to the crown: Meet The Girls (Part Two)”

  1. Mrs. McCann on January 28th, 2012 7:33 am

    Good luck Melissa may god be with you today. you will always be my beauty queen. miss you and love you.

  2. Kristy Carnley on January 27th, 2012 6:58 pm

    Melissa–WOW!!! So very photogenic!!!! Good luck!!!

  3. Kristy Carnley on January 27th, 2012 6:55 pm

    Morgan-good luck beautiful!!! You and Anna–top 10 ALL THE WAY!!!!! All of our love and support from Ray’s Chapel Baptist Church!!!!

  4. Her BFF on January 27th, 2012 11:17 am

    You go Abby! I love you boo:) Take home the crown this year<3

  5. the moretz family on January 26th, 2012 9:19 pm

    have fun & remember we love you Melissa!

  6. ashlynn on January 26th, 2012 3:01 pm

    Ashley C you look amazing..,… I <3 ya guh!!!

  7. Sherry on January 26th, 2012 6:52 am

    Good luck Brittany!