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Arkansas football to host prospects for one more round of official visits

Arkansas will wrap up official visits for June with one last group of visitors before the dead period kicks in on Monday.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / June 18

Razorbacks Add Two Commitments to 2027 Recruiting Class

The Arkansas Razorbacks finally put to rest a recent stretch of struggles on the recruiting trail when landing 4-star offensive lineman Alijah Shaw out of Leawood, (Kan.).

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

ESPN's Paul Biancardi breaks down future Razorback Ilia Frolov's game

After being able to watch Arkansas big man commitment Ilia Frolov last year, ESPN national recruiting director Paul Biancardi liked what he saw of the future Razorback.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

Arkansas men's track and field celebrates banner season with updated flag

It was the second time in three months the number was updated on the flag that flies high above Meadow Street.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

4-star offensive lineman Alijah Shaw commits to Arkansas football

Arkansas has landed the commitment of 4-star offensive tackle Alijah Shaw after his official visit to Fayetteville during the May 29-31 weekend.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / June 18

Why Calipari's Assemblage of Big Men Have 'Chip on Their Shoulder'

Much has been made about Arkansas' basketball's perceived lack of an elite big man going into the 2206-27 season. Razorback fans have been curious about UA's situation on the interior, especially given the elite backcourt Calipari will bring into Fayetteville this fall.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

Arkansas men's basketball to play summer exhibitions in the Bahamas

Opponents, which a news release said would feature "international teams and Canadian universities," will be announced on a later date.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

Arkansas' Chris Johnson, Doug Case named USTFCCCA region coaches of the year

Sanu Jallow-Lockhart was also named Women's Track Athlete of the Year for the South Central region.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

UCF transfer utility player Kendall Yarnell commits to Arkansas softball

Yarnell batted .344 with 15 home runs, 9 doubles, 4 triples and 46 RBI as a sophomore for the Knights in 2026.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks / June 18

Doug Case named South Central Region Men’s Coach of the Year

FAYETTEVILLE – Completing a sweep of conference and national team titles during the outdoor season earned Arkansas men’s head coach Doug Case the USTFCCCA South Central Region Men’s Coach of the Year.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks / June 18

South Central Region honors for Sanu Jallow-Lockhart, Chris Johnson

FAYETTEVILLE – USTFCCCA South Central Region honors were awarded to Sanu Jallow-Lockhart as Women’s Track Athlete of the Year and Razorback women’s head coach Chris Johnson as Women’s Coach of the Year.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

3-star DB Kevin Grant commits to Arkansas football

Class of 2027 defensive back Kevin Grant has committed to Arkansas football after visiting the Hogs last weekend.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / June 18

Silverfield's Not Into Excuse Making When It Come to Razorbacks' Program

First-year Arkansas Razorbacks coach Ryan Silverfield continues to make his rounds on the media scene this offseason to discuss where his program is at after taking over in November.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

Russian big Ilia Frolov has committed to Arkansas basketball

Russian big man Ilia Frolov, who wrapped up his official visit to Arkansas early Thursday morning, has committed to the Razorbacks.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

Arkansas softball lands Boston transfer outfielder Kylie Doherty, Patriot League Player of the Year

Doherty batted .404 with 27 home runs, 12 doubles, 3 triples and 89 RBI as a junior for the Terriers in 2026.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks / June 18

2026 Patriot League Player of the Year Kylie Doherty Inks with Razorbacks

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Former Boston University outfielder and 2026 Patriot League Player of the Year Kylie Doherty has transferred to Arkansas to join Head Coach Courtney Deifel and the Razorbacks.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / June 18

NBA Mock Draft Sends Arkansas' Meleek Thomas to NBA Title Contender

If Arkansas guard Meleek Thomas hears his name called in the latter portion of the first round in next week's NBA Draft, he could find himself in one of the NBA's most favorable situations for a rookie scorer.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 18

Get to know: Arkansas football 2029 TE-LB target Ty Florey

Class of 2029 Valley View linebacker-tight end Ty Florey has seen his offer list explode over the last several months and likely isn’t finished.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / June 17

Razorbacks' Hale Delivers Success the Hard Way as Soccer Program Dominates SEC

In a world where college sports are dominated more than ever by the almighty dollar, non-revenue sports seem to have taken even more of a back seat than they once did.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 17

Jianna Morris eager to return to point guard, showcase complete game with Arkansas women's basketball

Transferring to Arkansas provided a path for Morris to prove herself in the sport’s strongest conference while running the point guard position.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / WholeHogSports / June 17

'Year of Sanu': How Arkansas track's Sanu Jallow-Lockhart turned doubt into a record-setting season

Jallow-Lockhart punctuated her final college season by breaking the NCAA outdoor 800 meter record set by Texas A&M’s Athing Mu in 2021.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Arkansas Razorbacks on SI / June 17

Razorbacks Add Former Big 12 Pitcher Out of Transfer Portal

The Arkansas Razorbacks picked up another arm out of the bullpen in Houston Cougars right handed pitcher Connor Udland. As a freshman, Udland made 15 appearances at the mound while touting a 5.87 ERA across 38.1 innings, tossed 44 strikeouts and issued 22 walks on the 2026 season.

Arkansas Razorbacks News / Yardbarker / June 11