McNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
Since 1947, rodeo has been a core institution at McNeese, and we’re one of the few universities in Louisiana with a dedicated men’s and women’s team.
With five national championship team titles, two reserve champion titles, countless region champion titles, and more than 35 individual champion titles, the men’s and women’s rodeo teams at McNeese have demonstrated a tradition of excellence over the past 60 years.
McNeese competes within the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association’s Southern Region, which includes 14 member colleges and universities in Louisiana and Texas.
The McNeese Rodeo team offers team members a covered practice arena just a few miles from the university. Free stalls are available to team members, as well as practice equipment including a mighty broncy, drop barrel, spur boards, rope ‘n tie/calf sleds, heel-o-matic and a goat tying dummy. We also have a gym on site for team members.
Scholarships are available based on outstanding athletic performance in college rodeos, high school and open rodeos.
Contact Coach Justin Browning at jbrowning@mcneese.edu for more information, or follow us on Facebook.
I am a McNeese graduate with a bachelor's degree in Family and Consumer Science and a concentration in Child and Family Studies. As a student, I competed on the rodeo team and served on the SGA board. I earned my master’s degree in 2022 from the University of South Dakota in Educational Administration and Leadership with a concentration in Adult and Higher Ed. I have over 13 years of experience in adult education and 20 years of educational experience.
My favorite part of being a Freshman Advisor is helping students navigate their new life routine as a college freshman by offering support with in-person office visits or by email to help students meet their goals. I always remind students of my favorite BB King quote – “Education is one thing no one can ever take away from you.” I believe that supporting students is vital to a student's success.
In my spare time, I raise registered American Brahman cattle, and I enjoy all the "country girl" things like hunting, fishing, growing a garden and cooking.