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Hooten’s Classic Luncheon Kicks Off High School Football Season in Jefferson County

Thursday, July 16 by Laron Marbley

Hooten's Classic Luncheon Kicks Off High School Football Season in Jefferson County PINE BLUFF, AR — Football season officially took center stage as the Pine Bluff West Rotary Club hosted the annual Hooten's Arkansas Football Classic Luncheon, bringing together coaches, players, and community members from... Read More.

Golden Lions Ready for the Spotlight at 2026 SWAC Football Media Days

Thursday, July 16 by Laron Marbley

Golden Lions Ready for the Spotlight at 2026 SWAC Football Media Days BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff football program officially kicked off the 2026 season as head coach Alonzo Hampton and members of the Golden Lions represented the university at... Read More.

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UAPB Football: Golden Lions Place Five on 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team

Thursday, July 9 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Football: Golden Lions Place Five on 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. – The Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) announced its 2026 Preseason All-SWAC Football Team on Tuesday, as selected by the league's head coaches and sports information directors. The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff was... Read More.

UAPB Athletics Presents: Natural State Kick-Off Classic Press Conference

Tuesday, July 7 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Athletics Presents: Natural State Kick-Off Classic Press Conference Pine Bluff, AR--The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletics Department invites fans, media, alumni, supporters, and community members to attend the official 2026 Natural State Kickoff Classic Press Conference as we kick off one of... Read More.

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Three Golden Lions Earn Selection to 2026 HBCU Swingman Classic

Sunday, June 21 by Laron Marbley

Three Golden Lions Earn Selection to 2026 HBCU Swingman Classic Photo: @UAPBLionsBSB on X PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff baseball program continues to gain national recognition as three Golden Lions have been selected to participate in the 2026 HBCU Swingman... Read More.

UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Continues Tradition of Excellence

Saturday, June 20 by Laron Marbley

UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class of 2026 Continues Tradition of Excellence Photo:uamsports.com MONTICELLO, Ark. — The University of Arkansas at Monticello is preparing to celebrate another distinguished group of former student-athletes, coaches and supporters with the induction of the UAM Sports Hall of Fame Class... Read More.

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UAPB Great Terron Armstead Earns Place in New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame

Friday, June 19 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Great Terron Armstead Earns Place in New Orleans Saints Hall of Fame NEW ORLEANS, LA — Former University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff standout and NFL All-Pro offensive tackle Terron Armstead has received one of the highest honors in franchise history, as he was selected... Read More.

UAPB Soccer: UAPB NAMES FRED LOCARIO HEAD COACH OF WOMEN’S SOCCER

Friday, June 19 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Soccer: UAPB NAMES FRED LOCARIO HEAD COACH OF WOMEN’S SOCCER uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. — The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Athletics Department is proud to announce the appointment of Fred Locario as the new Head Coach of Women's Soccer. Locario arrives in Pine Bluff... Read More.

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UAPB FOOTBALL: GOLDEN LIONS MEGA CAMP ARRIVES IN LITTLE ROCK, GET READY

Thursday, June 18 by Laron Marbley

UAPB FOOTBALL: GOLDEN LIONS MEGA CAMP ARRIVES IN LITTLE ROCK, GET READY uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. — The wait is almost over. Tomorrow, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) Golden Lions Football program will transform War Memorial Stadium into one of the most electric... Read More.

UAPB Places 174 Student-Athletes on SWAC All-Academic Team

Tuesday, June 16 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Places 174 Student-Athletes on SWAC All-Academic Team uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF AR. – The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff placed 174 student‑athletes on the 2025‑26 Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) All‑Academic Team, underscoring the Golden Lions' continued commitment to excellence in the classroom and in competition. Student‑athletes from... Read More.

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UAPB Vice Chancellor Chris Robinson Appointed to Governor’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition

Friday, June 12 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Vice Chancellor Chris Robinson Appointed to Governor's Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition Photo: Golden Lions Athletics X PINE BLUFF, Ark. — University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics and Director of Athletics Chris Robinson has been appointed by Governor Sarah... Read More.

Federal Judge Denies Preliminary Injunction Request by Pine Bluff High Coach Michael Williams

Tuesday, June 9 by Laron Marbley

Federal Judge Denies Preliminary Injunction Request by Pine Bluff High Coach Micheal Williams PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Pine Bluff High School head football coach Micheal Williams suffered a legal setback this month when a federal judge denied his request for a preliminary injunction in his... Read More.

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