Miss Amanda Joy Ironstar was crowned as the 2008 Denver March Powwow Princess on Easter Sunday, March 23, 2008, by the outgoing princess, Autumn Zotigh. The Denver March Powwow Committee selected Ms. Ironstar because of her many years of participation at their annual event. She is a Nakota-Lakota from the Oceanman First Nations, Saskatchewan, Canada. Amanda is the first Denver March Powwow Princess that is of Canadian descent. Ms. Ironstar is an active member of the Anadarko Middle School Dance Troupe. She is in the 8th grade and is achieving academically and in athletics both in basketball and slow pitch.
Amanda is a strong believer in her culture and spirituality way of life. She is the daughter of Yvette (Ewalk) Goodeagle and resides in Anadarko, OK with her family.
Upon acceptance of the Denver March Powwow Princess title, her family announced they will sponsor a $7,000 Jingle Dress Contest (15+), first place will receive cash, a complete Jingle Dress Outfit (Dress/Fan/Beadwork) and a horse in honor of Amanda. Since then other family members have added: Ladies Barrel Race Saddle/Bridle/Blanket and Jackets and sweatshirts.
Amanda is looking forward to representing the Denver March Powwow. She is extending an invitation to all the dancers, drummers, vendors, and spectators to join her at the 35th Annual Denver March Powwow scheduled for March 20-22, 2009 at the Denver Coliseum. (Photo by: Emil Her Many Horses)