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UAPB’s Jeremiah Rodgers Invited to Prestigious Dream Bowl All-Star Showcase in Dallas

Friday, December 19 by Laron Marbley

UAPB’s Jeremiah Rodgers Invited to Prestigious Dream Bowl All-Star Showcase in Dallas uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR.- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff is proud to announce that standout offensive lineman Jeremiah Rodgers has been officially invited to participate in the Dream Bowl, one of the nation's... Read More.

Lee Hardman Honored with Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame Induction for Legendary Football Career

Friday, December 19 by Luke Matheson

Lee Hardman, a legendary figure in Arkansas football as both a player and coach, has been selected for induction into the Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame as a member of the Class of 2026. Hardman, a Stuttgart native, made his mark as a standout defensive... Read More.

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Arkansas State Wins Inaugural Xbox Bowl with Record-Setting Victory Over Missouri State

Friday, December 19 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State made history Thursday night by capturing the inaugural Xbox Bowl with a thrilling 34-28 victory over Missouri State at The Ford Center at The Star. The Red Wolves capped their 2025 season at 7-6, delivering the program’s sixth bowl win and securing... Read More.

AAA Releases New Football Classifications, Conferences Impact Deltaplex Teams

Thursday, December 18 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas Activities Association has released its new football classifications and conference alignments, bringing several changes for schools across the Deltaplex. In Class 6A, Sheridan will remain in the 6A East Conference, which includes Benton, El Dorado, Jonesboro, Marion, Searcy, Sheridan, Sylvan Hills and West... Read More.

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UAPB Football: Damian Wilson Selected to the 2026 NCAA and NFL Coaches Academy

Thursday, December 18 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Football: Damian Wilson Selected to the 2026 NCAA and NFL Coaches Academy uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR.- UAPB Assistant Offensive Line Coach Damian Wilson has been selected to participate in the 2026 NCAA and NFL Coaches Academy in Indianapolis on February 18-20. The NCAA and NFL Coaches... Read More.

Aliyah Hill Selected to NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar

Thursday, December 18 by Laron Marbley

Aliyah Hill Selected to NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR.- University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Student-Athlete Development Coordinator Aliyah Hill has been selected to represent UAPB at the 2026 NCAA Emerging Leaders Seminar on January 28-30, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. This professional development event provides leadership, educational... Read More.

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Silverfield names new Offensive Coordinator

Tuesday, December 16 by Rick Walker

Any hopes that Bobby Petrino might stay on at Arkansas as the Offensive Coordinator went away today as new Coach Ryan Silverfield announced he was bringing his guy from Memphis. Tim Cramsey will take over the reins of the Hogs offense after leading the... Read More.

Golden Lions Dominate Royals in Convincing 114-64 Win

Tuesday, December 16 by Laron Marbley

Big Golden Lions Dominate Royals in Convincing 114-64 Win Photo: uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, Ark. — The University of Arkansas–Pine Bluff (UAPB) men’s basketball team put together a powerful performance last night to defeat Ecclesia College 114–64 at H.O. Clemmons Arena in non-conference action. From tip-off, the Golden... Read More.

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Trevon Brazile Earns SEC Player of the Week After Dominant Performance Against Texas Tech

Monday, December 15 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas forward Trevon Brazile has been named the Southeastern Conference Player of the Week following a standout performance in the Razorbacks’ win over No. 16 Texas Tech. Brazile, a 6-foot-10, 230-pound senior from Springfield, Missouri, finished with 24 points, 10 rebounds and two blocked shots... Read More.

Watson Chapel boys withdraw from King Cotton Holiday Classic

Monday, December 15 by Luke Matheson

The Watson Chapel boys basketball team has withdrawn from the 2025 King Cotton Holiday Classic, tournament officials confirmed. In a statement released on Monday, Watson Chapel made the decision to pull out of the tournament, which is scheduled to begin later this month, after evaluating... Read More.

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Former Pine Bluff Zebra added to Ryan Silverfield’s new staff

Sunday, December 14 by Rick Walker

Former Pine Bluff Zebra Simeon Blair, who later went on to play for the Arkansas Razorbacks is joining the staff of new coach Ryan Silverfield. Blair, who threw for 1,600 yards and 20 TDs for the Zs before moving on to Fayetteville, has recently coached... Read More.

UAPB Athletics Academics Achievement: Celebrating Golden Lions Fall 2025 Student-Athlete Graduates

Sunday, December 14 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Athletics Academics Achievement: Celebrating Golden Lions Fall 2025 Student-Athlete Graduates uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. – As autumn settles over campus and the Fall 2025 semester comes to a close, the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletics Department proudly recognizes its newest graduates who were honored... Read More.

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