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HOGS STEP ON COTTON BOWL FIELD FOR FIRST TIME

Monday, December 31st, 2007


DALLAS – The No. 24 Arkansas Razorbacks today conducted a 40-minute "walk-through" at the Cotton Bowl stadium under sunny skies in Dallas.

Statement from University of Arkansas Regarding Darren McFadden

Monday, December 31st, 2007


DALLAS, Texas – The University of Arkansas released the following statement following its review of allegations reported in the media regarding student-athlete Darren McFadden.

Hogs Wrap Up AT&T Cotton Bowl Preparations

Sunday, December 30th, 2007


HOGS WRAP UP PREPARATIONS FOR AT&T COTTON BOWL DALLAS – The No. 24 Arkansas Razorbacks concluded preparations for the 72nd AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic by practicing just over an hour in sunny, ideal conditions at SMU's Ford Stadium. Arkansas (8-4, 4-4 SEC) will square off against the No. 7 Missouri Tigers (11-2, 7-1 Big 12) in the Classic on New Year's Day.

Razorbacks Preparing for Cotton Bowl Classic

Saturday, December 29th, 2007


DALLAS - The No. 24 Arkansas Razorbacks held practice in brisk but sunny conditions on the practice fields behind SMU's Gerald J. Ford Stadium as preparations continued for the AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic on January 1, 2008.

Weems, Townes, Beverley Lead Razorbacks Past ULM

Saturday, December 29th, 2007


FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) -Patrick Beverley, Sonny Weems and Darian Townes each scored 17 points and Arkansas pulled away in the second half for an 85-60 victory over Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday.

Bobby Allen Named to Head Coach Bobby Petrino's Football Staff

Saturday, December 29th, 2007


FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas cornerbacks coach Bobby Allen will remain with the Razorbacks as part of Coach Bobby Petrino's staff it was officially announced on Saturday. Allen has been with the Razorbacks since 1998. Allen will continue to coach on the defensive side of the ball. A specific position assignment for Allen will be determined when the remainder of the defensive staff is established.

Statement from University of Arkansas on Compliance Review

Saturday, December 29th, 2007


FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The following is a statement from the University of Arkansas regarding a compliance review involving a student-athlete.

Jerry Jones Visits Hogs' Practice as Preparations Continue for AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic

Friday, December 28th, 2007


DALLAS – The No. 24 Arkansas Razorbacks continued preparations for the 72nd AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic with a crisp, two-hour practice in sunny conditions at SMU's Ford Stadium. Arkansas (8-4, 4-4 SEC) will square off against the No. 7 Missouri Tigers (11-2, 7-1 Big 12) in the Classic on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008.

Hogs Begin Work for AT&T Cottbon Bowl Classic

Thursday, December 27th, 2007


DALLAS – The No. 24 Arkansas Razorbacks began preparations for the 72nd AT&T Cotton Bowl Classic with a spirited, two-hour practice in crisp, overcast conditions at SMU's Ford Stadium. Arkansas (8-4, 4-4 SEC) will square off against the No. 7 Missouri Tigers (11-2, 7-1 Big 12) in the Classic on Tuesday, Jan. 1, 2008.

John Pelphrey Press Conference - Louisiana-Monroe

Thursday, December 27th, 2007


       FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Arkansas returns to action following its Christmas break when the Razorbacks play host to Louisiana-Monroe on Saturday at 2:05 p.m. in a game televised by the Arkansas Razorback Sports Network. Following is a partial transcript of head coach John Pelphrey's press conference to preview the game.

Vote for McFadden's Run against USC for College Football Play of the Year

Monday, December 24th, 2007


FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – Darren McFadden's 80-yard touchdown run against South Carolina was one for the highlight reels. Now, that memorable play is a candidate for ESPN's college football play of the year.

Hot Shooting Helps Appalachian State Knock Off Hogs in North Little Rock

Saturday, December 22nd, 2007


NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) -Freshman Donald Sims scored 24 points off the bench Saturday - including 10 in a row in the first half - as Appalachian State defeated Arkansas 74-67 on a neutral court ringed with red-clad Razorbacks fans.

Arkansas Razorbacks Cotton Bowl Media Guide

Friday, December 21st, 2007


FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — Get primed for Arkansas' trip to the AT&T Cotton Bowl to battle the Missouri Tigers by checking out the official media bowl guide for the New Year's Day game.

John Pelphrey Press Conference - Appalachian State

Thursday, December 20th, 2007


   FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Arkansas Razorbacks travel to North Little Rock this weekend for Saturday's 2:05 p.m. basketball game against Appalachian State in Alltel Arena. The games is being televised by the Arkansas Razorback Sports Network. Following is a partial transcript of head coach John Pelphrey's press conference to preview the game.

Hogs Complete Fayetteville Practice Schedule

Thursday, December 20th, 2007


FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The Arkansas football team concluded its Fayetteville practice schedule Thursday morning on the practice fields just south of Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Due to weather conditions, the team had practiced inside Willard and Pat Walker Pavilion, but the change of scenery did not effect the team's focus.

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University of Arkansas is a public co-educational land-grant university. It is the flagship campus of the University of Arkansas System and is located in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Founded as Arkansas Industrial University in 1871, its present name was adopted in 1899 and classes were first held in February 1872. It is noted for its strong architecture, agriculture (particularly poultry science), creative writing and business programs.

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