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McDowell and Harrison Lead USA to First-Place Finish in U-18 World Cup Group C Stage

DALLAS – Arkansas freshmen Ella McDowell and Cam Harrison helped guide the U.S. U-18 Women’s National Team to a first-place finish in the World Baseball Softball Confederation (WBSC) U-18 World Cup Group C Stage Event as team USA posted a perfect 6-0 record. McDowell was named the most outstanding player of the event after posting an impressive…

Fordyce Prevails Over Monticello 34-16 in Week Zero Opener

FORDYCE, Ark. – The Fordyce Redbugs opened their 2024 season with a commanding 34-16 victory over the Monticello Billies on Friday night, August 30 at home. The Redbugs struck early in the first quarter when freshman quarterback Andreal Ellison connected with sophomore receiver Jamartez Stroud on a dramatic 40-yard touchdown pass on fourth and 12.…

Carmona Named SEC Offensive Lineman of the Week

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas redshirt junior offensive lineman Fernando Carmona Jr. has been named Southeastern Conference Offensive Lineman of the Week following his performance in the Hogs’ 70-0 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff on Aug. 29, the league announced Monday morning. Carmona was an integral part of the Arkansas victory on Thursday night as the Razorbacks accumulated an…

Kevin Kelley’s Sheridan Yellow Jackets Defeat White Hall to Carry Home The Highway 270 Trophy

SHERIDAN, Ark. – The White Hall Bulldogs opened their 2024 football season Friday night, August 30, suffering a 44-20 defeat on the road against the Sheridan Yellow Jackets. The game, which also determined the fate of the Highway 270 Trophy, saw Sheridan take control early and never look back, securing the trophy for the 2024-2025…

UAM Athletics Announces Partnership with Influxer for Student-Athlete NIL Opportunities

MONTICELLO, Ark. – UAM Athletics has announced a new partnership with Influxer to provide its student-athletes with the opportunity to monetize their name, image, and likeness (NIL) with personalized merchandise, it was announced Friday, August 30. Influxer, a licensed vendor for the University of Arkansas-Monticello, will host a complete NIL merchandise store for all Boll Weevils…

El Dorado’s Comeback Falls Short in 21-14 Loss to Little Rock Christian

EL DORADO, Ark. – The El Dorado Wildcats of Arkansas’s 6A East fell to Little Rock Christian in a hard-fought non-conference season opener, losing 21-14 at home at First Financial Field at Memorial Stadium on Friday night in Week Zero of the Arkansas High School Football Season. The LR Christian Warriors were the first to…

Warren Falls Just Short in Season Opener Against Class 5A Greenbrier

Warren Falls Just Short in Season Opener Against Class 5A Greenbrier

GREENBRIER, Ark. – In a 2024 season opener that came down to the wire, the Class 4A Warren Lumberjacks narrowly fell to the Class 5A Greenbrier Panthers, 41-34, on Friday night, August 30, 2024. Warren started strong after winning the coin toss, opting to receive the opening kickoff. AJ Jordan electrified the visiting crowd with…

Late Price Scramble Seals Stuttgart Win At Lonoke

STUTTGART, Ark. – The Stuttgart Ricebirds kicked off their 2024 football season with a hard-fought 34-23 victory on the road against the Lonoke Jackrabbits Friday night, August 30. Stuttgart struck early in the first quarter when quarterback Cain Price, under pressure, launched a 41-yard touchdown pass to QT Johnson, putting the Ricebirds up 7-0. Price…

Arkansas Dominates UAPB 70-0 in Season Opener

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – The Arkansas Razorbacks opened their 2024 football season with an overwhelming 70-0 victory over Arkansas-Pine Bluff (UAPB) at War Memorial Stadium. The win showcased the Razorbacks’ dominance on both sides of the ball, setting multiple records and demonstrating the team’s readiness for the season ahead. Arkansas scored on all 10 of…

Razorbacks #17 in Preseason Coaches Poll

FAYETTEVILLE – The new-look Razorbacks are still being considered one of the top programs in the country as Arkansas is ranked 17th in the preseason Bushnell/Golfweek DI Coaches Poll, the Golf Coaches Association of America announced. The Razorbacks are one of 14 SEC schools among the nation’s top 30, including top-ranked and defending national champion Auburn.…

No. 3 Razorbacks open season with 5k race at Cowboy Preview

FAYETTEVILLE – No. 3 Arkansas travels to Stillwater, Oklahoma, for a 5,000m race at 8:15 a.m. on Friday morning in a competition that includes defending national champion Oklahoma State, ranked No. 1 in the USTFCCCA preseason poll, along with No. 28 Tulsa. “We have the makings of a really good team,” said Arkansas men’s head coach…

No. 13 Arkansas begins season with 5k race at Mizzou Opener

FAYETTEVILLE – Ranked No. 13 in the preseason national poll, Arkansas opens the cross country season on Friday in the Mizzou Opener with a 5,000m race at 8 a.m. on Missouri’s Gans Creek course that will host the 2025 NCAA Championships. With nine returners from last year’s squad that placed ninth in the NCAA Championships, the…

UAM Women’s Golf Selected 10th In 2024-25 Preseason Poll

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Great American Conference released its 2024 preseason coaches poll for Women’s Golf on Wednesday afternoon. Fourth-year Head Coach Ken Hamilton and the rest of the women’s golf program were voted in 10th overall as the fall season nears opening. During the 2023-24 season, the Blossoms closed out the GAC tournament with a 9th-place finish as senior Chiara…

Russell Named to Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award Watch List

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. – Arkansas freshman running back Braylen Russell has been named to the Shaun Alexander Award Watch List, the Maxwell Football Club announced on Wednesday. The Shaun Alexander Freshman of the Year Award has been presented to the College Freshman Player of the Year since 2018 and is named in honor of Shaun Alexander, a…

Hermits Head Coach Tyler Caruthers Previews 2024 Season, Highlights Senior Leadership

Hermits Head Coach Tyler Caruthers Previews 2024 Season, Highlights Senior Leadership

HERMITAGE, Ark. – As the Hermitage Senior High Football team gears up for the 2024 season, new head coach Tyler Caruthers is optimistic about the team’s potential, especially with the leadership of four standout seniors. Coach Caruthers, taking over the helm this year, is excited about the group of 12 players—the most the team has…

Jacks Tennis Sweeps Camden Fairview

Jacks Tennis Sweeps Camden Fairview

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren High School Tennis team delivered a flawless performance on Match-Day Tuesday afternoon, August 27 against Camden Fairview, winning every match in both the singles and doubles categories. Top photo:(l-r) Caper Groves, Jaycee Courtney, and Braylen Watson in action Tuesday for the Lumberjacks. In Girls Singles, Presley Reep and Jaycee Courtney…

Razorbacks start 2024 season ranked No. 13 nationally

FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas is predicted to place third in the SEC this cross country season by the league’s coaches and the Razorbacks are ranked No. 13 in the USTFCCCA preseason national poll. Arkansas placed second in the conference meet a year ago and finished ninth at the NCAA Championships. Defending national champion NC State shares the…