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Hundreds Of Women Try Out For 2011 Rose Court

PASADENA (CBS) — More than 800 young women donned their best dresses and put on their best smiles to vie for the honor of being a part of the 2011 Tournament of Roses Rose Court.

After the month-long process, judges will pick seven finalists to be part of the 2011 Royal Court, but just one lucky woman will become the 93rd Rose Queen.

The 2011 Rose Queen and Royal Court will reign over the 122nd Rose Parade and 97th Rose Bowl Game, with the theme "Building Dreams, Friendships & Memories."

Tryouts won't be easy – the aspiring Rose Queens will have very little time to make a big impression on judges.

The Rose Court will be announced in October.

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