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UAPB Football: Golden Lions Football Names Donovan Jackson as New Offensive Line Coach

Wednesday, July 30 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Football: Golden Lions Football Names Donovan Jackson as New Offensive Line Coach uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR – University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Head Football Coach Alonzo Hampton has announced the hiring of Donovan Jackson as the Golden Lions' new Offensive Line Coach. Jackson brings with... Read More.

UAPB Football: Golden Lions Football Adds Damian Wilson as Assistant Offensive Line Coach

Wednesday, July 30 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Football: Golden Lions Football Adds Damian Wilson as Assistant Offensive Line Coach uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. – University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Head Football Coach Alonzo Hampton has announced the hiring of Damian Wilson as the Golden Lions' new Assistant Offensive Line Coach. A former SWAC... Read More.

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Lance Taylor Named 67th NFHS President for 2026-27 School Year

Wednesday, July 30 by Luke Matheson

Lance Taylor, the longtime executive director of the Arkansas Activities Association (AAA), has been elected to serve as the 67th president of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) for the 2026-27 school year. Taylor, who has led the AAA since 2006, was... Read More.

Darren McFadden’s No. 5 Jersey Honored by Arkansas Razorbacks

Tuesday, July 29 by Luke Matheson

The legendary Darren McFadden’s No. 5 jersey will become the first Arkansas Razorback to have his jersey number honored beginning this season. A jersey patch emblazoned with his initials and signature silhouette will be worn on the front of the jerseys of the current... Read More.

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Arkansas QB Taylen Green Named to Maxwell Award Watch List

Monday, July 28 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas redshirt senior quarterback Taylen Green has been named to the preseason watch list for the prestigious Maxwell Award, presented annually to the top player in college football. The announcement was made Monday by the Maxwell Football Club, placing Green among 80 players nationwide... Read More.

University of Arkansas Announces 2025 Sports Hall of Honor Class

Monday, July 28 by Luke Matheson

Eight former Razorback student-athletes representing six different sports have been selected for induction into the University of Arkansas Sports Hall of Honor as part of the 2025 class. These distinguished individuals will be formally honored on Friday, September 26, 2025, during a ceremony at... Read More.

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Arkansas Activities Association Approves Key Amendments

Monday, July 28 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) Governing Body held its annual meeting Monday at the Statehouse Convention Center’s Wally Allen Ballroom in Little Rock, bringing together superintendents and school officials from across the state to vote on proposed amendments to the AAA Constitution and Bylaws. Each... Read More.

Deltaplex Area Teams Featured in 2025 Arkansas Varsity Preseason Football Rankings

Monday, July 28 by Luke Matheson

Several high school football teams from the Deltaplex region have earned spots in the 2025 Arkansas Varsity Preseason Football Rankings, released Monday, as excitement builds ahead of the new season. The Sheridan Yellowjackets cracked the Class 6A rankings, landing at No. 10 following a strong... Read More.

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Arkansas State Football Stars Shine on East-West Shrine Bowl Watch List

Monday, July 28 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State football is making waves with four standout players named to the East-West Shrine Bowl 1000 Watch List, highlighting top NFL Draft prospects. Quarterback Jaylen Raynor, running back Ja’Quez Cross, wide receiver Corey Rucker, and defensive end Bryan Whitehead are set to represent... Read More.

Corey Rucker Named to 2025 Maxwell Award Watch List

Monday, July 28 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State senior wide receiver Corey Rucker has been named to the Maxwell Award Watch List for the 2025 college football season, a testament to his outstanding performance on the field. This recognition puts him among the elite 80 players nationwide considered for the... Read More.

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UAPB Men’s and Women’s Basketball Hosts Campers at Annual Future Lions Free Youth Camp

Monday, July 28 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Men's and Women's Basketball Hosts Campers at Annual Future Lions Free Youth Camp uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, AR. – The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff men's and women's basketball programs came together earlier this week to host their annual Future Lions Free Youth Basketball Camp, sponsored... Read More.

UAPB Head Coach Alonzo Hampton Outlines Expectations for Fall Camp

Friday, July 25 by Luke Matheson

As the 2025 college football season approaches, the UAPB Golden Lions are gearing up to begin fall camp in preparation for the year ahead. After a strong offseason, head coach Alonzo Hampton is optimistic about what’s to come. Hampton recently spoke with Deltaplex News to... Read More.

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