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OBU’s Gonzalez Named GAC Defensive Player of the Week

OBU’s Gonzalez Named GAC Defensive Player of the Week

RUSSELLVILLE, Arkansas – The Great American Conference has announced its week one football players of the week with Ouachita senior defensive end Mikey Gonzalez earning top defensive honors. ARTICLE BY OBUTIGERS.COM Gonzalez aided the Tigers to a 42-3 win over Southwestern Oklahoma State last Thursday night at home in the 2024 season opener. It was the…

2024/25 OBU Men’s Basketball Scheduled Released

2024/25 OBU Men’s Basketball Scheduled Released

ARKADELPHIA – Ouachita men’s basketball head coach Dennis Nutt has revealed his team’s schedule for the 2024-25 season. The Tigers have 29 contests scheduled for the regular season, including 15 home games and one exhibition game against the University of Arkansas-Little Rock. Ouachita will open the season as part of the 2024 GAC/MIAA Conference Challenge. This year the games…

UAM Volleyball Split Final Day of Hilltopper Classic

UAM Volleyball Split Final Day of Hilltopper Classic

AUSTIN, Tex. –  UAM volleyball split the final day of the 2024 Hilltopper Classic, hosted by St. Edward’s University. The Blossoms fell to Purdue Northwest in game one, 3-1, before prevailing over Newman University, 3-2. Game 1 – Purdue NorthwestThe opening set began with the Blossoms struggling to produce momentum, falling, 15-6, early to the Purdue Northwest Pride. UAM worked…

Billies Dominate Bauxite 41-20 to Grab First Win of 2024

Billies Dominate Bauxite 41-20 to Grab First Win of 2024

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The Monticello Billies secured a commanding 41-20 victory over the Bauxite Miners on Friday night in front of their home crowd at Hyatt Field. Monticello’s offense shined as quarterback Tye Guthrie led the way, with big plays coming from multiple players. Bauxite struck first, with Tony Fox returning the opening kickoff to…

Arkansas Falls to No. 17 Oklahoma State in Close Contest

Arkansas Falls to No. 17 Oklahoma State in Close Contest

STILLWATER, OK – In a hard-fought matchup at Boone Pickens Stadium, the Arkansas Razorbacks came up short against No. 17 Oklahoma State, losing 39-31. Despite strong performances from key players, turnovers and missed opportunities ultimately cost the Razorbacks a victory. Arkansas started fast, opening the scoring with two rushing touchdowns from Ja’Quinden Jackson in the…

Warren Flexes on Both Sides of the Ball in Win Over White Hall, 46-14

Warren Flexes on Both Sides of the Ball in Win Over White Hall, 46-14

WARREN, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjacks notched their first victory of the 2024 season in style on Friday night, cruising past the White Hall Bulldogs 46-14 in front of a lively home crowd. It was Warren’s first game on their own turf this season, and the Lumberjacks delivered an impressive performance from start to finish.…

El Dorado Wildcats Edge Camden Fairview in Rivalry Thriller, 35-34

El Dorado Wildcats Edge Camden Fairview in Rivalry Thriller, 35-34

EL DORADO, Ark. – In a dramatic rivalry showdown at First Financial Field at Memorial Stadium, the El Dorado Wildcats of Conference 6A East narrowly defeated the Camden Fairview Cardinals of 5A South, 35-34, on Friday night. The victory snapped a five-year streak of road teams winning this annual clash. The Wildcats took an early…

Price and Clark Connection Powers Stuttgart to 41-7 Victory Over CAC

Price and Clark Connection Powers Stuttgart to 41-7 Victory Over CAC

STUTTGART, Ark. – The Stuttgart Ricebirds rolled to their second straight win of the season, defeating Central Arkansas Christian (CAC) 41-7 Friday night at Ned Moseley Stadium. A dominant performance led by quarterback Cain Price and wide receiver De’ontae Clark saw Stuttgart put the game away early, cruising to a comfortable victory. Stuttgart opened the…

Star City Bulldogs Claim Victory in Battle of the Bayou Over Dumas

Star City Bulldogs Claim Victory in Battle of the Bayou Over Dumas

STAR CITY, Ark. – The Star City Bulldogs secured a hard-fought 34-29 win over the Dumas Bobcats on Friday night, claiming the Battle of the Bayou Trophy in their 2024 season opener. The victory also marked a successful debut for new head coach Chris Norton. Star City struck first when quarterback Jacob Boothe connected with…

UAM Opens 2024 with a 34-7 Win Over NWOSU

UAM Opens 2024 with a 34-7 Win Over NWOSU

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello football team played their first match-up of the 2024 season at Willis “Convoy” Leslie Cotton Boll Stadium on Thursday evening. The Boll Weevils hosted Great American Conference member Northwestern Oklahoma State University. UAM came out of the contest with a 34-7 win to open the year. By Ryan Tow…

Arkansas Softball Releases Fall Schedule

Arkansas Softball Releases Fall Schedule

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Head coach Courtney Deifel and the Arkansas softball team released its fall schedule for 2024, which features seven dates to catch the Razorbacks in action at Bogle Park. Each home event is free for the public to attend. For the fifth consecutive season the Hogs will host their “Razorbacks Unlimited” intrasquad scrimmages which follow…

Akbary Ties for 7th Overall; Blossoms Finish Sixth in Season Opener

Akbary Ties for 7th Overall; Blossoms Finish Sixth in Season Opener

BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello Women’s Golf Team finished Sixth on Wednesday at the Central Regional Fall Preview at the Adams Pointe Golf Club in Blue Springs, Missouri. The Blossoms combined for a two-round team score of 30-over par (606). By James Hanten UAM Graduate Assistant for Athletic Communications Augustana took home…

Weevil Football to Host NWOSU for 2024 Season Opener

Weevil Football to Host NWOSU for 2024 Season Opener

MONTICELLO, Ark. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello football team will open its 2024 campaign against Northwestern Oklahoma State University on Thursday, Sept. 5. The Boll Weevils host the Rangers for a 6 p.m. kickoff at Willis “Convoy” Leslie Cotton Boll Stadium. By Ryan Tow UAM Assistant AD for Athletic Communications Coming off a heartbreaking 60-17…

UAM Women’s Golf Tied for Fifth After Day One of Central Region Fall Preview

UAM Women’s Golf Tied for Fifth After Day One of Central Region Fall Preview

BLUE SPRINGS, Mo. – The University of Arkansas at Monticello Women’s Golf team opened the 2024-25 season on Tuesday in the Central Region Fall Preview at the Adams Pointe Golf Club in Blue Springs, Missouri. The Blossoms closed out day one of the tournament tied for fifth place alongside host, Southwestern Oklahoma State. By James Hanten Graduate Assistant…

Warren Tennis Secures Sweep Against Crossett, Prepares for Busy Week Ahead

Warren Tennis Secures Sweep Against Crossett, Prepares for Busy Week Ahead

CROSSETT, Ark. – The Warren Lumberjack Tennis team traveled to Crossett Tuesday night, sweeping all matches and finishing with an impressive 7-0 record throughout the afternoon. Coach Micah Richey praised his players for their performance but acknowledged the challenges ahead. “Next week we begin to move into a tough stretch. We will play three different…