The Kilgore College Rangerettes, as well as Rangerette alumnae including 19 Longview women, performed Friday at the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the 89th Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
This game marked the RangerettesÐÔÊӽ紫ý™ 75th consecutive appearance at the Cotton Bowl.
Current Rangerettes showcased their traditional high kick, while alumnae learned choreography to be performed by women ranging from their early 20s to age 93. That most senior dancer, from the 11th line of the Rangerettes, performed at the RangerettesÐÔÊӽ紫ý™ first Cotton Bowl appearance.
Returning alumni represented 33 states and 275 cities.
Debuting in 1940 under the direction of founder Gussie Nell Davis, the Rangerettes ÐÔÊӽ紫ý” the first collegiate dance/drill team ÐÔÊӽ紫ý” has had only three directors. Deana Bolton Covin took the helm after Miss Davis retired. Dana Blair has directed the team since 1993. Shelley Wayne is assistant director and choreographer, and Angela Aulds is assistant choreographer and dance technician.
