Congratulations to Maya Dominguez of Yonkers who was crowned Miss NY Teen 2020 on Jan. 19 at the Performing Arts Center at SUNY Purchase College in Harrison.
Dominguez competed against 116 contestants who faced seven judges during private interviews, and evening and activewear competitions. The judges narrowed it down to five finalists: Sidney Bowers, Maya Dominguez, Kamiylah Monroe, Ella Thomas-Montgomery and Sydney Tobin.
“Thank you for welcoming me with open arms,” said Dominguez after being crowned. “The amount of love and support that I have received is so appreciated. I’m so excited for what this year will bring.”
Some residents in Yonkers applauded Dominguez, posting on social media. On post read: “Congratulations to Yonkers native Maya Dominguez, who was recently crowned Miss New York Teen USA. She is one of many who have come from Yonkers and have gone on to do amazing things. #YonkersProud.”
Miss Teen USA is a beauty pageant run by the Miss Universe Organization for girls age 14 to 19.This year marks the 38th Miss Teen USA pageant, which will be held during the spring of 2020.