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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 â€“ 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. â€“ 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. â€“ 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 â€“ 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…

Razorback Women’s Golf Opens 2024-25 at Pebble Beach

FAYETTEVILLE – The 2024-25 Arkansas women’s golf season begins this weekend (Aug. 30-Sept. 1) at the Carmel Cup, played at historic Pebble Beach Golf Links. The third annual event – and the Razorbacks have played in all three – features four SEC teams (Arkansas, host Mississippi State, Texas A&M and Vanderbilt) and four schools from the…

Incoming Razorback freshmen trio competing at World U20 Championships

LIMA, Peru â€“ The World U20 Championships opened on Tuesday at Estadio Atletico de la Videna and a trio of incoming Razorback freshmen will be competing in the international event this week. Coverage of the World U20 Championships is available through Peacock. Scottie Vines will represent the United States in the high jump where he shares…

Warren Tennis Team Shines at White Hall in Non-Conference Match

Warren Tennis Team Shines at White Hall in Non-Conference Match

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren tennis team faced off against White Hall on Monday in a challenging non-conference match. The Lumberjacks emerged victorious, winning 7 out of 10 matches, with standout performances in both singles and doubles play. In the girls’ singles, Jaycee Courtney secured a hard-fought 8-5 victory in a pro set, while Alley…

Three Jacks Post Lowest Scores at Hamburg Golf Tourney Monday

Three Jacks Post Lowest Scores at Hamburg Golf Tourney Monday

CROSSETT, Ark. – The Warren High School Golf team participated in the Hamburg tournament held Monday in Crossett, where they achieved the overall team victory. The top three individual scores were recorded by Rhett Clanton, Nash Crawford, and Rett McGaha, contributing to the team’s success. Rhett Clanton posted the lowest score of the day with…

Hermitage Basketball to Host Annual Free Throw-A-Thon Fundraiser

HERMITAGE, Ark. – The Hermitage Basketball Program is gearing up for its annual Free Throw-A-Thon Fundraiser, an event that promises to support the team while helping players sharpen their skills. This year, the fundraiser will allow Hermit basketball enthusiasts and community members to sponsor Hermitage players in grades 7-12 as they aim to sink 100…

Carson Slaughter Wins 2024 Warren Country Club Men’s Club Championship

Carson Slaughter Wins 2024 Warren Country Club Men’s Club Championship

WARREN, Ark. – Carson Slaughter emerged victorious in the 2024 Warren Country Club Men’s Club Championship this past weekend, securing the title with a three-stroke lead. Slaughter, a recent graduate of Warren High School and a freshman member of the University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM) Golf team, delivered a thrilling finish by chipping in…

Razorback Track and Field: Wayne Pinnock second in long jump, Ackera Nugent third in 100m hurdles

LAUSANNE â€“ In the first Diamond League meet since the conclusion of the Paris Olympics, Razorback Wayne Pinnock had his lead in the long jump snatched away by double Olympic champion Miltiadis Tentoglou of Greece on the final leap of the competition. With a mark of 26-5.5 (8.06) on his final jump, Tentoglou edged ahead of…