Sports – Page 24 – Deltaplex News

Rison’s Noah Matheson Continues to Impress Heading Into Upcoming Season

Wednesday, December 24 by Laron Marbley

Rison's Noah Matheson Continues to Impress Heading Into Upcoming Season Pine Bluff, AR-- Rising junior baseball standout Noah Matheson has been recognized as one of the premier young baseball talents in Arkansas, earning a spot among Perfect Game’s top-ranked players for the Class of 2027. Perfect... Read More.

Chronic Wasting Disease Detected for First Time in Grant and Sevier Counties Arkansas

Saturday, December 20 by Luke Matheson

Wildlife officials have confirmed the first known cases of chronic wasting disease in Grant County after two white-tailed deer harvested by hunters tested positive, according to the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. AGFC officials said the two deer from Grant County were identified through routine... Read More.

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Lady Lions Fall to #9 TCU; Final 2025 Home Game Cancelled

Friday, December 19 by Laron Marbley

Lady Lions Fall to #9 TCU; Final 2025 Home Game Cancelled Photo: APNews.com Fort Worth, Texas — The Arkansas-Pine Bluff Lady Lions battled hard on the road Tuesday night but ultimately fell to the No. 9-ranked TCU Horned Frogs, 109-54, in nonconference women’s basketball action at Schollmaier... Read More.

Golden Lions Dominate in 2025 Finale

Friday, December 19 by Laron Marbley

Golden Lions Dominate in 2025 Finale Photo: uapblionsroar.com PINE BLUFF, Ark. — In what was scheduled as the final game of the 2025 calendar year, the UAPB Golden Lions put on a commanding performance Wednesday afternoon, decimating Champion Christian College 138-73 at H.O. Clemmons Arena. The Golden... Read More.

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

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.

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