Poke Nation September 16, 2026 - Tim Pardue, Daniel Skinner + Elizabeth Douglas
Sep 17, 2026 08:34AM ● By Kelsey Swire
On this episode of Poke Nation, Jim Gazzolo and Matt Fontenot are chatting with Dr. Tim Pardue, director of the Pride of McNeese Marching Band, Daniel Skinner, saxophonist for the band and Elizabeth Douglas, Cowgirl Kicker veteran & co-captain.
Dr. Pardue is chatting about his 171-member band, their travel opportunities, their aim to be the heartbeat of Poke Nation on gamedays and more!
Skinner and Douglas are sharing the details of their half-time wedding proposal!
Jim Gazzolo is a freelance writer who covers sports in Southwest Louisiana
Matt Fontenot is Deputy AD / MAF Executive Director - McNeese Athletics
Dr. Pardue is chatting about his 171-member band, their travel opportunities, their aim to be the heartbeat of Poke Nation on gamedays and more!
Skinner and Douglas are sharing the details of their half-time wedding proposal!
Jim Gazzolo is a freelance writer who covers sports in Southwest Louisiana
Matt Fontenot is Deputy AD / MAF Executive Director - McNeese Athletics