Hall of Fame
Roper was the longtime Cheer and Dance advisor for Dixie State. She spent 28 years full-time and seven years as an adjunct faculty member, teaching physical education and dance. In 1996-97, Patsy was named Dixie College’s Teacher of the Year.
Pat played a pivotal part in creating the “Dixie Spirit” at athletic events during her 28 years as the dance advisor and 16 as the cheer coach. Her squads were at both men’s basketball NJCAA National Championships in 1985 and 2002.
Pat and her husband Marlan have three boys and nine grandsons. They reside in St George.