Maxim Cover Girl Competition Spotlight: Katharine Day, Tia Alyse, Kyla Gorham, Oteria Mounds, Madeline Scanlan
“Friday Features” showcases standout Maxim Cover Girl competition hopefuls.
Those who want to witness the unique talents and unstoppable drives of select Maxim Cover Girl competition contenders have come to the right place. In other thrilling news, our 2025 Radiance competition winner, Shelley Goodstein, recently wrapped an unforgettable feature shoot at the breathtaking Nobu Hotel Miami Beach—and we absolutely cannot wait to share the final photos and exclusive behind-the-scenes footage with everyone. If you are ready to follow in her footsteps, registration for the 2026 Radiance competition is officially open.
Katharine Day (@katharineday)
From her roots in Las Vegas to her current life as an entrepreneur in New York, Katharine Day prioritizes kindness and philanthropy above all else. When she isn’t building her business, she fills her schedule with a mix of active and leisure pursuits, including golf, tennis, horseback riding, cooking, and hosting her family and friends.
Tia Alyse (@tiaalyse)
A collegiate track athlete turned coach, Tia Alyse brings that same competitive drive to her demanding career as a 911 dispatcher. The dedicated go-getter thrives on pushing physical limits in the gym and uses her high-energy confidence to uplift everyone around her.
Kyla Gorham (@kyla.gorham)
Hailing from a small California town, Kyla Gorham is happiest when she’s surrounded by nature and her closest friends. The coastal beauty seamlessly divides her free time between her two biggest passions: catching waves on her surfboard and riding horses.
Oteria Mounds (@_sugarlipss)
For Oteria Mounds, modeling serves as a powerful medium for storytelling, allowing her to express a sense of confidence and resilience forged through real-life experiences. She balances her time in front of the camera with fitness training and a deep commitment to mentoring and working with children.
Madeline Scanlan (@maddy.scanlan)
Wisconsin native Madeline Scanlan is a natural networker who loves traveling the globe and forging connections with friends from all walks of life. When she isn’t voyaging, the art and music enthusiast dedicates her free time to fitness training and unwinding with her family.