Comanche Indian Veterans name 2026-2027 Princess

Aalynn Codopony to begin her reign in May

Apr. 3, 2026 at 11:19am

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A vibrant, high-contrast silkscreen print featuring a traditional Comanche princess crown repeated in a grid, using bold neon colors and heavy black outlines to transform this cultural symbol into a modern pop art piece.The selection of the Comanche Indian Veterans Association's annual princess celebrates the community's rich cultural heritage and honors the service of its veterans.Cache Today

The Comanche Indian Veterans Association (CIVA) has named Aalynn Codopony as their princess for the 2026-2027 term. Aalynn, a junior at Cache High School who is also concurrently enrolled at Cameron University, will begin her reign during CIVA's Armed Forces Day Banquet in May. After graduating, she plans to study nursing at the University of Oklahoma and become a NICU nurse.

Why it matters

The selection of the CIVA princess is an important cultural tradition that honors the service and sacrifice of Comanche veterans. Aalynn's appointment represents the ongoing commitment of the Comanche community to celebrate their heritage and support the next generation.

The details

Aalynn Codopony, a junior at Cache High School, was selected by the Comanche Indian Veterans Association (CIVA) to serve as their princess for the 2026-2027 term. She will begin her reign during the organization's annual Armed Forces Day Banquet in May. In addition to her high school studies, Aalynn is also concurrently enrolled at Cameron University. After graduating, she plans to study nursing at the University of Oklahoma with the goal of becoming a NICU nurse.

  • Aalynn Codopony will begin her reign as CIVA princess during the organization's Armed Forces Day Banquet in May 2026.

The players

Aalynn Codopony

A junior at Cache High School who is also concurrently enrolled at Cameron University. She was selected by the Comanche Indian Veterans Association (CIVA) to serve as their princess for the 2026-2027 term.

Comanche Indian Veterans Association (CIVA)

An organization that honors the service and sacrifice of Comanche veterans and celebrates the cultural heritage of the Comanche people.

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The takeaway

Aalynn Codopony's selection as the 2026-2027 CIVA princess represents the ongoing commitment of the Comanche community to honor their veterans and pass on their cultural traditions to the next generation.