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UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions Claim Sweep in 5-4 Victory Over Southern

Monday, April 21 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Baseball: Golden Lions Claim Sweep in 5-4 Victory Over Southern PINE BLUFF, Arkansas --Senior Carlos Rodriguez collected two extra base hits to help lead the UAPB Golden Lions over the Southern Jaguars 5-4 Saturday. Junior Steffan Fak got the win out of the bullpen for... Read More.

Jeff Purinton Joins Learfield After Transformative Tenure at Arkansas State

Saturday, April 19 by Luke Matheson

Jeff Purinton, the athletics director at Arkansas State University, is transitioning to a new role at Learfield, though specific details about his position have yet to be disclosed. Purinton's career has been marked by significant contributions at institutions like Alabama and Florida State, as well... Read More.

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A-State Football Spring Game Set for April 26 as Part of “Pack Day” Weekend

Saturday, April 19 by Luke Matheson

The Arkansas State Athletics Department has announced a full weekend of "Pack Day" activities for April 25-27, highlighted by the Red Wolves' annual Spring Football Game presented by JTown's Grill, three home baseball contests and track & field’s Alumni Classic. The Fore the Players Classic,... Read More.

UAPB Baseball: Hot Start at the Plate Sets the Tone in UAPB’s 15-1 victory over Southern

Friday, April 18 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Baseball: Hot Start at the Plate Sets the Tone in UAPB's 15-1 victory over Southern PINE BLUFF, Arkansas - Junior Trinidad De La Garza and senior Carlos Rodriguez-Velez each collected three hits to help lead the UAPB Golden Lions past the Southern Jaguars 15-1 on Thursday. Junior... Read More.

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Young guns post another increase in Arkansas youth turkey harvest

Wednesday, April 16 by Luke Matheson

LITTLE ROCK — Hunters aged 6 to 15 enjoyed one of the best Arkansas youth turkey hunts over the weekend, checking 1,443 gobblers, an increase of 22 percent over last year’s youth turkey hunt results. AGFC Turkey Program Coordinator David Moscicki said the increase in... Read More.

UAPB Baseball: UAPB Completes the Sweep with 19-14 Victory Over Texas Southern; First Sweep Over TSU since 2016

Monday, April 14 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Baseball: UAPB Completes the Sweep with 19-14 Victory Over Texas Southern; First Sweep Over TSU since 2016 uapblionsroar.com HOUSTON, Texas – The Golden Lions came to swing — and they left Houston with the broom in hand. UAPB exploded for 20 hits and 19 runs to cap... Read More.

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White Hall Superintendent makes statement after boy’s head basketball coach killed in two-vehicle accident

Sunday, April 13 by Alex Bivens

UPDATE: White Hall School Superintendent Dr. Gary Williams spoke with Deltaplex News to share his thoughts on Coach Matt Williams and what he meant to the White Hall School District. Williams added this. Williams said there will be counselors, clergy, and other resources on campus Monday... Read More.

Bobby Swofford discusses HB1633’s changes to Arkansas transfer rules

Wednesday, April 9 by Luke Matheson

UPDATE: Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders has signed HB1633 into law. Transfer rules for student-athletes has now changed effective immediately with the signage of the law. ORIGINAL STORY: The Arkansas Legislature has sent House Bill 1633 to the desk of Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders that will... Read More.

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UAPB Football: Former Golden Lion, NFL Legend Terron Armstead Announces Retirement After 12 Years

Monday, April 7 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Football: Former Golden Lion, NFL Legend Terron Armstead Announces Retirement After 12 Years Pine Bluff, AR. Former University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offensive tackle Terron Armstead, a five-time Pro Bowl left tackle, has announced his retirement from the NFL, concluding a distinguished 12-year career.... Read More.

A-State Names Pannone Head Men’s Basketball Coach

Sunday, March 30 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State Vice Chancellor for Intercollegiate Athletics Jeff Purinton announced Sunday that Ryan Pannone, who has gained a reputation over the course of his 23-year career as one of the nation’s top offensive minds and player-development coaches, has been named the Red Wolves’ 18th... Read More.

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Arkansas State takes down UCA, 12-2 (7)

Thursday, March 27 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State secured a decisive 12-2 victory over Central Arkansas at Bear Stadium, improving their record to 11-13 overall and 2-4 in the Sun Belt Conference. Wil French initiated the scoring with a home run, setting the tone for the game. Cooper Garrison, making his... Read More.

SeArk College names Tucker Hughes as head softball coach

Tuesday, March 25 by Luke Matheson

Southeast Arkansas College is excited to announce the hiring of Tucker Hughes as the new head coach of the Lady Sharks Softball team. Hughes brings a wealth of coaching experience and a strong track record in player development to the program. Hughes joins SEARK after... Read More.

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