Northwest Mississippi Community College

As the 2024 college football season closes, the Rangers capped off their incredible season by securing the MACCC Championship, finishing with an impressive 10-2 record, and earning a spot in the NJCAA Division I Football Playoffs. Northwest was ranked in the top 4 to start the season and finished as No. 4 in the final NJCAA national rankings, marking the ninth time in the last ten seasons the Rangers have finished nationally ranked. With their dominant performance throughout the season, Northwest captured their 20th MACCC North Division title, their 12th conference championship, and advanced to the NJCAA national semifinals for the third time in four years, a testament to the program's consistency and excellence under head coach Benjy Parker. Northwest's playoff journey came to an end in the national semifinal matchup against top-ranked Iowa Western, but the Rangers demonstrated resilience and heart throughout the contest, battling one of the nation's best programs on the road. The season was filled with standout moments, including thrilling victories over top-ranked opponents, record-breaking individual performances, and another championship trophy added to the program's storied history. Head coach Benjy Parker, who was named MACCC North Division Coach of the Year, praised the team's dedication and determination. "This group of student-athletes fought through adversity and never wavered in their commitment to excellence. I'm incredibly proud of their accomplishments and excited to see what the future holds for them." With another championship season in the books, the Rangers remain one of the premier programs in the NJCAA, continuing their legacy of excellence on and off the field.

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. (Nov. 24, 2024) - The Northwest Mississippi Community College women's soccer team capped a storybook season by capturing its first-ever NJCAA Division II National Championship, finishing with a perfect 22-0 record. From the outset of the campaign, the Lady Rangers established themselves as the nation's top team. They swept through the regular season to claim the MACCC Championship, then added the NJCAA Region 23 title before embarking on a historic postseason run. In the championship match, Northwest earned a convincing 2-0 victory, becoming the first NJCAA Division II women's soccer program to finish undefeated since 2020. Under the guidance of head coach James Beattie, who became the program's all-time winningest coach this year, Northwest outscored opponents by a wide margin and produced numerous shutout victories. The Lady Rangers' blend of attacking firepower and disciplined defense proved too much for the competition, culminating in the first national crown for the Senatobia-based program.

Northwest Mississippi Community College (NWCC) cheer and dance teams brought home multiple national championships from the 2025 UCA/UDA College Nationals in Orlando, Florida. The NWCC cheer team, led by head coach Brandon Casey and assistant coach Rainy Bordelon, captured national titles in the Open All-Girl Traditional division and the Open Co-Ed Game Day division. The cheer squad secured back-to-back victories in the All-Girl Traditional category, reaffirming their dominance in collegiate cheerleading. With these wins, the NWCC cheer team has now earned a total of six national championships in their five years of competition under Casey's six-year tenure. "It's an incredible achievement for our team to defend our title in the All-Girl Traditional division and reclaim the Co-Ed Game Day championship," Casey said. "Our athletes have worked tirelessly, and their dedication and passion have truly paid off." In the Open All-Girl Traditional finals, NWCC secured the gold medal with a score of 82.9, finishing ahead of Pearl River, which earned an 81.2 event score. The cheer squad also excelled in the Open Co-Ed Game Day division, earning an impressive score of 94.8333 to claim first place over Mississippi Gulf Coast and Campbellsville University. The NWCC dance team, led by head coach Patrice Christian, achieved their second consecutive national championship in the Open Hip-Hop division. This marks the third year for the NWCC dance team to compete at UDA Nationals, their third consecutive year medaling, and their second year claiming a national championship. The team delivered an outstanding performance, finishing with a raw score of 99.9333 and an event score of 95.1746, outperforming runners-up West Chester University by nearly five points. "Winning back-to-back national titles is a testament to our team's hard work and perseverance," Christian said. "Their commitment to excellence and passion for dance have made this victory possible." The NWCC dance team also earned a third-place finish in the Open Game Day division, continuing their impressive showing at the national level. Adding to the excitement, Casey's wife, Skylar Casey, who serves as the head coach of Ole Miss Cheer, led her team to their first-ever Division IA Traditional All Girl National Championship this weekend, making it a championship-winning weekend for the Casey family. These victories mark a historic moment for NWCC, reflecting the college's strong athletic program and the unwavering support of its administration, faculty, students, and community. "We are incredibly proud of our cheer and dance teams for their outstanding achievements on the national stage," NWCC President Dr. Michael Heindl said. "Their success showcases the talent and dedication of our students and the excellence of our programs." For more updates and information on NWCC athletics, follow Northwest Rangers Athletics on Facebook or @NWCC_Rangers on Twitter/X, or visit www.nwccrangers.com. Link to galleries for news sites: https://nwccimages.smugmug.com/Athletics/CheerDance/Cheer-and-Dance-Nationals-at-WDW-116-202025

Perseverance was ultimately the factor for Northwest in Friday evening's Region 23 semifinal match against Holmes.

JACKSON - Another winning week for the No. 1 Northwest Lady Rangers resulted in another MACCC Goalkeeper of the Week award for Anna Kathryn Harrell.

Two of the most dominant players in Northwest softball history have been recognized for all-conference accolades, the Mississippi Association of Community

Twenty-one students have been selected as Ranger cheerleaders for the 2012-2013 season at Northwest Mississippi Community College, according to Liesl Davenport, cheer sponsor. Area students selected for the squad include:

Twenty-one students have been selected as Ranger cheerleaders for the 2013-2014 season at Northwest Mississippi Community College, according to Liesl Davenport, cheer sponsor. Area students selected for the squad include: