Cheer on the Mustangs!

The College would like to invite the public to join them in supporting Mustang Athletics, and the Chili Cook-Off!

Western will host their 2^nd annual Homecoming Chili Cook-Off in Downtown Rock Springs on Saturday February 8^th, 2020 from 10:30AM-1:30PM.

Community members are invited to participate in several of the Homecoming Week Athletic events and activities. Western is proud to say their Wrestling Team is ranked number one in the nation. Western’s Men’s Basketball team is currently ranked number 14 in the national polls, and are currently tied for the Region IX North lead. The following is a schedule of events for Homecoming Week:

Wednesday, February 5^th:

• Women’s basketball game against Central Wyoming College at 5:30PM.
• Men’s basketball game against Central Wyoming College at 7:30PM.

Thursday, February 6^th:

• Western’s wrestling match against Northeastern Junior College at 6PM.

Friday, February 7^th:

• Western Night Out, students and community members are invited to bring their families for music, games and food on campus at 6PM.

Saturday, February 8^th:

• Homecoming Chili Cook-Off in Downtown Rock Springs from 10:30-1:30PM.
• Women’s basketball game against Casper College at 2PM.
• Men’s basketball game against Casper College at 4PM.
• Alumni Appreciation Day!

Chili Cook-Off locations are located throughout Downtown Rock Springs. There will be chili sampling at the following locations: Boschetto’s, New Studio & Photography, Bitter Creek Brewing, Coal Train Coffee Depot, Sidekicks Book & Wine Bar, Square State Brewing, The Bike and Trike, Cowboy Crepes & Café, and more inside The Freight Station at Bunning Hall. Maps are available at all locations, those who visit at least six chili stations can enter into a public drawing for prizes.

Western students who bring their student ID will receive an extra ticket to enter into the raffle.

“This week is an exciting week in Mustang Athletics. We would love to see you any and all of these nights in Rushmore Gymnasium. Thank you for your support of Mustang Athletics. We couldn’t do what we do with the amazing support of our Rock Springs, Green River and surrounding communities,” stated Dr. Lu Sweet, Western’s Athletic Director.

Sponsors of the Chili Cook-Off are Western Wyoming Community College, Downtown Rock Springs, SweetwaterNow, Rocky Mountain Power, and Western Wyoming Beverages.

For more information regarding the Chili Cook-Off contact Audrey Harton, Western’s Public Relations Specialist at aharton@westernwyoming.edu, or visit www.westernwyoming.edu/homecoming.