The California Rodeo Salinas unveiled its 2027 commemorative poster during the annual Stockholders' Dinner on Thursday, October 15th. The artwork features Nette Hoover riding her mare, Jazzen, and celebrates the return of a cherished Rodeo tradition, the Debbie Pedrazzi Memorial Cutting.
Cutting returned to the California Rodeo Track, honoring the history of the sport in Salinas and the lasting legacy of Debbie Pedrazzi. The event was especially meaningful this year when Debbie's daughter, Nette Hoover, was crowned Champion, taking home the coveted gold and silver belt buckle.
The special victory brought the tradition full circle, making Nette and Jazzen a fitting choice for the 2027 commemorative poster.
The original artwork was created by Western artist Missy Jenkins, whose realistic portrayals of horses and Western life have appeared on rodeo posters and in publications throughout the country.
Born and raised in Carmel, California, Missy was influenced at an early age by her grandmother, Marjorie Allen, a well-known local painter. Largely self-taught, Missy began drawing horses as gifts for friends before showing her work in Carmel galleries. Her collectors have included Burt Reynolds and Hank Ketcham.
Missy's oil paintings and graphite drawings have been featured on commemorative posters for the California Rodeo Salinas, National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Reno Rodeo, Snake River Stampede and San Francisco Grand National, among others.
The 2027 poster captures a special moment in California Rodeo history while honoring the people and traditions that have helped shape the event for generations.
During Thursday's unveiling, Nette was presented with the original artwork featuring her and Jazzen.
The 2027 commemorative posters are available for $20 plus tax at the California Rodeo Office, located at 1034 N. Main Street in Salinas, and online at www.CARodeo.com (starting next week).
ABOUT CALIFORNIA RODEO SALINAS
The 117th California Rodeo Salinas will take place July 15-18, 2027. As a not-for-profit organization, the California Rodeo Association is dedicated to preserving the traditions of the California Rodeo Salinas and the Western way of life while fostering community involvement and cultural heritage. The Association supports local nonprofits and community groups through its annual Rodeo and year-round operations at the Salinas Sports Complex. In 2026, these efforts generated over $919,000 for local organizations and Western-related groups.
For more information, visit www.CARodeo.com or contact the Rodeo Office at (831) 775-3100.
