Team & personnel
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Based at McNeese State University in Lake Charles, Louisiana, the McNeese Rodeo program competes in the NIRA Southern Region alongside other colleges in Louisiana and Texas. With a storied history of success, the Cowboys and Cowgirls have earned five national championship team titles and continue to compete at a high level across the college rodeo circuit. The 2025 season saw strong performances and CNFR qualifications, highlighting the program's depth in events like saddle bronc and bareback riding. The team remains a cornerstone of McNeese athletics, showcasing student-athletes who balance competition with academics while representing the university on regional and national stages.