A message from Principal Dan Gressett

On behalf of Ruston High School, I would like to congratulate the 2025 Bearcat football team on a great season. But the work isn’t done yet. I have had the pleasure of being on the sidelines every Friday night, watching the fight in this group and the determination to win in each and every player and coach. What a pleasure that has been.

I have said this many times…when the football team is successful, it feels like the entire school is successful. Even day to day operations seem to flow more smoothly. I couldn’t be more proud of this football team. In a year where a lot of people doubted you, you proved them wrong — time and time again.

You have had the privilege of being coached by THE best coaches in the state of Louisiana. Coaches who truly care about you and want to see you succeed are the cornerstone of any successful program, and RHS is fortunate to have those coaches. To the seniors, what a run. You are living the “glory days”. The impact you have left on this program and school will never be forgotten.

Thank you for all you’ve done and the sacrifices you’ve made for the “R” on your jersey. I am extremely proud to be the principal of Ruston High School. Thank you for taking me on this ride with you.

Let’s go to New Orleans, control what we can control, play hard, play fast, and play smart, and let the chips fall where they may. Let’s finish what we started. I can’t wait for kickoff. Go Bearcats!