the road to the crown: Meet The Girls (part two)

January 24, 2013

Today, it’s part two 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 NHS 2013″.

Today we introduce you to the second group of contestants. Their biographies, as submitted by the girls, are below along with their photos. You can click any photo below to enlarge. (For the first set of contestants, click here.)

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 Tiffani Nichole Pritchett

Tiffany is the 16-year old daughter of James Pritchett and Debbie Lee. She is being sponsored by Escambia Drug Store. Tiffani has been on the junior varsity volleyball team for two years, a member of the varsity volleyball team for one year, and was the recipient of the 2011 “Best Offensive Volleyball Player” award. This year, she was the recipient of the “Most Improved” award. She has been on the junior varsity softball team for two years, the varsity softball team for one year, and a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for one year. Tiffani has been a member of the weightlifting team for one year, a member of Rho Kappa for one year, and was an Atmore Rotary Club Academic All-Star. In her community, she has played softball for the Molino Ballpark team for seven years and she also volunteers her time to help coach younger girls in softball. Tiffani is an active member of the First Baptist Church of Bratt.

Her hobbies include playing sports, reading, photography, and spending time with loved ones.

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

Miss Jessica Ashlynn McCall

Ashlynn is the 15-year old daughter of Robert and Danielle McCall and Kristi Crawford. She is sponsored by her family. Ashlynn has been a member of the Future Business Leaders of America for one year, the Weightlifting team for one year, and was elected sophomore class reporter. In the 2012 Miss NHS pageant, she received the “Miss Congeniality” award. In her community, Ashlynn volunteers her time at the local animal shelter and participates in a Community Outreach Ministry. She has also played community softball for seven years. She is an active member of Golan Baptist Church, volunteers with the children’s church ministry, and plays softball for the church softball team.

Her hobbies include reading, scrapbooking, home interior decorating, watching Alabama football with her Dad, and spending time with her family and friends; especially her little sister Kyleigh.

Her future plans are to attend Florida State University and major in psychology. She hopes to one day become a teen counselor. Ashlynn’s main goal in life is to help people.

Miss Mariah Laine Albritton

Mariah is the 16-year old daughter of Randy and Lisa Albritton. She is sponsored this evening by the Wrangler Steak House. Mariah has been a junior varsity cheerleader for three years, a member of the dance team for one year, and a member of the weightlifting team for one year. She has been a member of the Spanish Club for two years, the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for three years, the Future Business Leaders of America for two years, and a member of Rho Kappa for one year. In her community, Mariah has volunteered with the Chief Challenge 5K Run, as well as William Station Day and Mayfest. She is a member of the Youth Leaders of Atmore and is an active member of Grace Fellowship in Atmore where she participates in the “Ignite” youth group.

Her hobbies include shopping with her mom, cheerleading, reading, writing, and spending time with loved ones.

Her future plans are to attend Pensacola State College to become an ultrasound technician. After becoming settled in her career, she wants to start a family.

Miss Courtney Elizabeth Lambert

Courtney is the 17-year old daughter of Aaron and Kim Lambert. Her sponsor is her family. Courtney has been a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for four years, a member of the NHS Glee Club for one year, and a member of the Student Government Association for four years. She has been a majorette for the Tribal Beat Marching Band for four years and currently holds the title of Captain. In her community, she volunteers her time at Bratt Elementary School.

Her hobbies include twirling baton, singing, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.

Her future plans are to attend Pensacola State College for two years and then transfer to the University of Florida. Courtney hopes to earn a degree to become a dentist.

Miss Rebekah Mary Sepulveda

Rebekah is the 16-year old daughter of Scott and Becky Sepulveda. She is sponsored this evening by her family. Rebekah has been a junior varsity cheerleader for three years and last year held the joint title of captain. She has been a member of the Spanish Club for one year and is currently a member of the NHS competition cheerleading team. In her community, she is an active member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church and is involved with the S.M.Y.L.E. youth group. Rebekah also does volunteer work with her father at the Optimist Club, as well as, volunteer work at Byrneville Elementary School.

Her hobbies include cheerleading, dancing, photography, traveling, and baking.

Her future plans are to attend college and pursue a degree to become a dental hygienist.

Miss Morgan Maxine Ward

Morgan is the 15-year old daughter of Carl and Melissa Ward. She is sponsored by the First National Bank of Atmore. Morgan has been a junior varsity cheerleader for two years and currently holds the title of captain. She is also a member of the NHS competition cheerleading team, a member of the NHS Glee Club, and a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes. She is a member of the junior varsity basketball team and is also a member of the Future Business Leaders of America. While at cheerleading camp this summer, Morgan was a recipient of the “Pin It Forward” award. In her community, she is an active member of Atmore First Assembly of God Church and participates on the drama team, the Fine Arts team, and sings in the choir. For the past three years, Morgan has volunteered her time as an assistant cheerleading coach for the Northwest Escambia mini-mites. She has also participated in various Relay for Life events.

Her hobbies include cheerleading, singing, and making human videos.

Her future plans are to attend Faulkner State to earn her associate’s degree and then transfer to Auburn University to earn her degree to become a pediatrician.

Miss Julie Beth Hester

Julie is the 15-year old daughter of Jeff and Mechelle Hester. She is sponsored by her family. Julie has been a majorette for the Tribal Beat Marching Band for two years, a member of Twirl Time for five years, and an Atmore Rotary Club Academic All-Star for one year. In her community, she is an active member of the First Baptist Church of Bratt, where she participates in the youth group, Team David, and the Random Acts of Kindness group. Over this summer, Julie has volunteered her time at Molino Park Elementary School and has also volunteered at Vacation Bible School.

Her hobbies include twirling the baton, fire twirling, reading books, and spending time with family and friends.

Her future plans are to attend a four year university and obtain her degree. She hopes to enter a career field which will allow her to help people, such as a counselor or therapist. While in college, Julie wants to be on the majorette line.

Miss Misty Suzanne Doran

Misty is the 17-year old daughter of Jerry and Suzanne Doran. Her sponsor is her family. Misty has been a member of the weightlifting team for three years, a member of the cross country team for one year, and a member of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes for two years. She has been a member of the Future Business Leaders of America for two years, a member of the Spanish club for two years, and a member of the Glee Club for one year. Misty has been a varsity softball player at Northview for four years and a member of the varsity volleyball team for four years. She was awarded the “Highest Batting Average” award for softball and was awarded “Best offensive and defensive” player for volleyball. This year, she was the recipient of the “Most Valuable Player for Offense” award. Misty is a majorette for the Tribal Beat Marching Band and participates in the drama department. She was in the Christmas variety show, as well as, the Veteran’s Day Program. Misty has been a member of the All-Star team and the Diamond girls for two years, an All-Area player for two years, and won the 2006 and 2011 Panama City World Series. In her community, she attends Potential Church and is a member of the “Rush” youth group. She also does volunteer work at the Century Care Center.

Her hobbies include playing the guitar, running, music, photography, and playing softball.

Her future plans are to attend Wallace State in Alabama on a softball scholarship. She wants to major in sports medicine and become an athletic trainer.

Comments

10 Responses to “the road to the crown: Meet The Girls (part two)”

  1. Just me on January 26th, 2013 5:58 pm

    Good luck Courtney I’m so proud!

  2. Moma on January 25th, 2013 8:08 am

    Good luck to all the girls…but especially to my baby girl, Courtney!!!! I know you have all worked hard and it will be very entertaining!!!! Have fun and enjoy it!!!!

  3. Amanda&CaseyMooney on January 24th, 2013 9:01 pm

    Good luck Mariah!!!!

  4. NHSAlum on January 24th, 2013 8:14 pm

    What a group of beautiful, talented and ambitious young ladies! Best of luck to all of you, I know you will all do your families proud.

  5. MRS. HOLLINGSWORTH on January 24th, 2013 11:02 am

    Good Luck JULIE HESTER—-MORGAN WARD———-COURTNEY LAMBERT I WILL BE CHERRING FOR YA LOVE ALL OF YA

  6. Brittanie Poston on January 24th, 2013 10:50 am

    GOOD LUCK GIRLS!! :) y’all are all very pretty and nice girls! i’ll be happy with anyone who wins! (: but i’ll problably pull for my girl, Rebekah Sepulveda!! :)

  7. Carlton Ward on January 24th, 2013 10:45 am

    Love you Baby Girl, daddy is proud of how beautiful you are inside and out. Do your best show who you are and everything will be fine.

  8. Camden on January 24th, 2013 8:25 am

    Good Luck Rebekah!! Love you girl!!

  9. random. on January 24th, 2013 8:03 am

    Go Courtney!

  10. Angi B. on January 24th, 2013 7:19 am

    Good Luck Ladies…