Seven young women going to school in Pasadena and nearby communities were named Monday to the 2027 Rose Court to serve as ambassadors for the Tournament of Roses.
The members of the court leading up to the crowning of the 108th Rose Queen are Evita Bridge who attends Mayfield Senior School; Tessa Choi, La Cañada High School; Daniela Guzman, Arcadia High School; Irene Maddox, Eagle Rock High School; Maria Teresa McDonald, Thurgood Marshall Secondary School; Elizabeth Rweyemamu, Polytechnic School; and Lucy Wendling, San Marino High School.
The court was announced Monday at Tournament House, the former Wrigley Mansion at 391 S. Orange Grove Blvd., after this year’s members were selected from a pool of 28 finalists.
Tournament of Roses President Terry Madigan introduced and welcomed court members.
“These remarkable young women will share with the world this sense of hope, joy and endless possibilities that we celebrate here in Pasadena on Jan. 1,” he said, according to published reports.
“New Year’s Day in Pasadena has provided lifelong memories for countless generations from around the globe,” Madigan added.
The Tournament of Roses’ Queen & Court Committee chose the court based on academic achievement, community and school involvement, public speaking ability and youth leadership.
Each member of the Rose Court will receive a $7,500 academic scholarship participate in personal-development programs that include public speaking and presentation skills, self-confidence techniques and etiquette.
During their tenure, Rose Court members will also attend community and volunteer activities, make public and media appearances and have opportunities to meet with local leaders, according to the Tournament of Roses.
The 2027 Rose Court will ride along Colorado Boulevard in the 138th Rose Parade and attend the College Football Playoff Quarterfinal at the 113th Rose Bowl Game. The game and parade are set for New Year’s Day.