Hogg started the Lady Techsters basketball program in 1974 and spearheaded its climb to the pinnacle of Women’s collegiate basketball during an 11-year career. During her tenure, the Techsters never had a losing season, won a pair of national titles, went to the Final Four six straight times, set a national record with 54 consecutive victories, and compiled a composite record of 306-53, easily the finest in the nation during that time.
Her vision led to the first dynasty in women’s college basketball and introduced the potential of women’s sports to a nation. Generations of women who have excelled in life because of the opportunities afforded by access to sports can look to the Lady Techsters and “Coach Hogg” as the foundation.
Therefore, the speaker for Louisiana Tech's Winter '25 commencement will be State Rep. Freiberg. A native of Baton Rouge, Freiberg taught for 30 years in her hometown’s high school classrooms, then served 10 years as education administrator for the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE). She continued serving in Baton Rouge-area educational positions until being elected to the State Legislature in 2019, when she quickly became involved in all aspects of the legislative process.
She has worked to pass legislation that will improve the state’s infrastructure, economy, and opportunities. Freiberg and her husband of 51 years, Mickey, are the parents of two grown children and the proud grandparents of three. She is a member of the University Methodist Church and is involved in numerous civic activities.
This ceremony will be held at 10 A.M Saturday, March 1st in Thomas Assembly Center on the Ruston campus.