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Arkansas State Launches National Search for New Athletics Director

Thursday, April 24 by Luke Matheson

Arkansas State University is embarking on a national search for a new athletics director following the departure of Jeff Purinton, who is moving to Learfield’s Sports Properties division as Executive Vice President.Chancellor Dr. Todd Shields praised Purinton for his significant contributions to the university's... Read More.

Golden Lion Athletics Announces Exciting Lineup for Black & Gold Weekend

Wednesday, April 23 by Laron Marbley

Golden Lion Athletics Announces Exciting Lineup for Black & Gold WeekendPine Bluff, AR – The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) is gearing up for an action-packed Black & Gold Weekend, set to take place from Thursday, April 24, through Monday, April 28. The annual event... Read More.

UAPB Athletics: UAPB Celebrates The Letter “A” Club’s Generous Support of Athletics Banquet

Wednesday, April 23 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Athletics: UAPB Celebrates The Letter "A" Club's Generous Support of Athletics BanquetPINE BLUFF, AR.- The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff Athletic Department is proud to recognize The Letter "A" Club for their generous contribution of $3,000 as a Slam Dunk Sponsor of this year's Athletics... Read More.

UAPB Softball: Golden Lions Clinched Weekend Series on the Road Against Grambling St.

Tuesday, April 22 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Softball: Golden Lions Clinched Weekend Series on the Road Against Grambling St.GAME 1 | UAPB 7, Grambling 6GRAMBLING, La. --The UAPB Lady Lions fought back from down 6-4 in the fifth inning to take down the Grambling Tigers 7-6 Saturday.Sophomore Heidi Price got the... Read More.

UAPB Golf: Golden Lions Men’s Golf Finishes Second at SWAC Championship, All Five Golfers Place in Top-15

Tuesday, April 22 by Laron Marbley

UAPB Golf: Golden Lions Men's Golf Finishes Second at SWAC Championship, All Five Golfers Place in Top-15BIRMINGHAM, AL – The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff (UAPB) men's golf team capped off a strong season with a runner-up finish at the 2025 Southwestern Athletic Conference... Read More.

Arkansas State’s Jacob Bayer Eyes NFL Draft Selection

Monday, April 21 by Luke Matheson

The upcoming NFL Draft could mark a significant moment for Arkansas State, as center Jacob Bayer might become the first Red Wolf selected in 11 years.Bayer has drawn attention from several teams, including the Chargers, Packers, and Vikings, following his performance at Pro Day... Read More.

Madison Bitely Named Head Coach of Star City Ladydog Basketball Team

Monday, April 21 by Luke Matheson

The Star City School Districthas named Madison Bitely as the new Head Coach of the Star City Ladydog Basketball Program.The announcement was made on social media Monday evening in the following press release:We are thrilled to welcome Coach Madison Bitely as the new Head... Read More.

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 SouthernPINE 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.

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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.

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 SouthernPINE 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.

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.

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