Thursday Performance Dedication MICHAEL MIRANDA
Michael Miranda is a true Santa Maria pioneer… born and raised right here in the Santa Maria Valley!
Michael knows the rodeo life firsthand. He began attending the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo & Parade as a young boy and started competing in the rodeo event “Wild Horse Racing” (now referred to as “Xtreme Bronc Riding” when he was just 18 years old. Over the years, he traveled countless miles, driven by his love for rodeo, its people, and of course “the roar of the crowd!” His dedication paid off when he and his team earned the title of National Finals Champions in 1988.
His rodeo career continued through 1998, and even after stepping away from competition, Michael stayed deeply involved… serving as a judge and remaining an active part of the rodeo community.
Michael is also a proud and dedicated member of the Santa Maria Elks, with 38 years of membership… a testament to his commitment to community and tradition.
“Once an Elk, always an Elk.”
For the past 13 years, Michael has served as Committee Chairman of the “Cowboy Shuttle.” Understanding what rodeo is like, he helped create the shuttle alongside Tina to assist transporting contestants and their gear to and from the arena. The committee has become an invaluable part of the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo experience!
Even after moving to Tennessee in 2022, Michael hasn’t missed a single year… always returning back to be part of the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo, because Santa Maria will always be home!!
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