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 the Walton Arts Center in Fayetteville.
This year’s class includes:
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Makeba Alcide (Women’s Track & Field)
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Brian Baker (Men’s Track & Field/Cross Country)
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Zack Cox (Baseball)
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Ryan Mallett (Football – posthumous inductee)
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C’eira Ricketts (Women’s Basketball)
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James Rouse (Football)
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Dwight Stewart (Men’s Basketball)
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Clint Stoerner (Football)
The induction ceremony will take place the night before the Razorbacks make history by facing Notre Dame for the first time, with kickoff set for 11 a.m. at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium on September 27.
Inductees are selected based on a vote of former Razorback letterwinners in conjunction with the A Club. Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Hunter Yurachek praised the 2025 class, stating, “Our 2025 class represents individuals whose achievements, character and legacy have forever shaped the proud tradition of Razorback Athletics. It will truly be a fantastic weekend honoring them in September.”
Meet the 2025 Inductees
Makeba Alcide – Women’s Track & Field
A dominant multi-event athlete from St. Lucia, Alcide competed for the Razorbacks from 2009–2013. She was a collegiate record-holder in the pentathlon and earned a silver medal in the NCAA heptathlon in 2013. Alcide’s marks continue to rank among the best in UA and St. Lucian history, including national records in the pentathlon, heptathlon, and 100m hurdles.
Brian Baker – Men’s Track & Field/Cross Country
A cornerstone of Arkansas’s 1990s track dynasty, Baker helped the Hogs capture nine NCAA team titles, including two national triple crowns. He earned seven All-America honors and won the 1994 NCAA 5,000m title. Internationally, Baker represented the U.S. in several global competitions and has led Gardner-Webb University’s track and cross country programs for over two decades.
Zack Cox – Baseball
Cox was one of the most productive hitters in Arkansas baseball history. In 2010, he set the single-season records for batting average (.429) and hits (102), both of which still stand. He earned All-American and All-SEC honors and was a first-round pick in the 2010 MLB Draft, spending time in the Cardinals, Marlins, and Tigers organizations.
Ryan Mallett – Football
Mallett, one of the most prolific quarterbacks in Razorback history, threw for 7,493 yards and 62 touchdowns in two seasons. A two-time All-SEC second team honoree, he led Arkansas to victories in the Liberty Bowl and a Sugar Bowl berth. Mallett was drafted by the New England Patriots in 2011 and also played for the Texans and Ravens. He will be inducted posthumously.
C’eira Ricketts – Women’s Basketball
A standout guard from Louisville, Kentucky, Ricketts left her mark in numerous statistical categories, ranking first in career steals (321), fourth in assists (516), and eighth in scoring. A three-time All-SEC selection, she later played professionally in Europe and was a league MVP in Austria.
James Rouse – Football
Rouse rushed for 2,887 yards and 39 touchdowns during his Razorback career, becoming the program’s first 1,000-yard rusher in a decade in 1987. He played in four bowl games, including back-to-back Cotton Bowls, and was drafted by the Chicago Bears in 1990. He played two seasons in the NFL and was named to Arkansas’s All-Decade Team of the 1980s.
Dwight Stewart – Men’s Basketball
A key member of Arkansas’s 1994 national championship basketball team, Stewart played in 95 games from 1993–1995. Known for his versatility and passing, he recorded a critical assist in the title game win over Duke. Stewart went on to a successful international professional career spanning multiple countries.
Clint Stoerner – Football
The Razorbacks’ offensive leader from 1997–1999, Stoerner threw for 7,422 yards and 57 touchdowns. He led Arkansas to a share of the SEC West title in 1998 and a win over Texas in the 2000 Cotton Bowl. A two-time All-SEC selection, Stoerner had professional stints with the Dallas Cowboys, NFL Europe, and Arena Football.
The Hall of Honor induction is a free event, with additional ticketing and sponsorship information to be announced soon. For more details or to inquire about sponsorship opportunities, contact the Razorback Foundation at (479) 443-9000.
