The Kilgore College Rangerettes, as well as Rangerette alumnae, performed at the 2025 College Football Playoff Semifinal at the 89th Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic on Friday, Jan. 10 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington. (Brad Kennedy/Kilgore News Herald)

ARLINGTON — The Kilgore College Rangerettes, as well as Rangerette alumnae including 20 Tyler women, performed at the 2025 College Football Playoff Semifinal at the 89th Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic on Friday at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.

This 2025 game marked the Rangerettes’ 75th consecutive appearance. 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 Rangerettes’ first Cotton Bowl Classic appearance.

Returning alumni represented 33 states and 275 cities.

Debuting in 1940 under the direction of founder Gussie Nell Davis, the Rangerettes — the first collegiate dance/drill team — 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.