2009 Northwest Arkansas Football Tab - Arkansas Democrat-Gazette

Springdale Har-Ber's Houston Pruitt has football scholarship offers from Tulsa and Louisiana-Monroe, but he has orally committed to play baseball for Arkansas. "I've always been a big Hogs baseball fan," Pruitt says. "When they offered, I was ready to commit right then."

Springdale Har-Ber's Houston Pruitt has football scholarship offers from Tulsa and Louisiana-Monroe, but he has orally committed to play baseball for Arkansas. "I've always been a big Hogs baseball fan," Pruitt says. "When they offered, I was ready to commit right then."
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S 2009-2010 SEC bowl schedule

LITTLE ROCK — GAYLORD HOTELS MUSIC CITY Read More »

By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 2009 ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS PREVIEW: Bobby building

Petrino confident foundation for success is near completion

FAYETTEVILLE — Last year was set design and show prep. Read More »

By BY TOM MURPHY ARKANSAS DEMOCRAT-GAZETTE posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Arkansas depth chart

LITTLE ROCK — Offense WR 85 Greg Childs Read More »

By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 2009 preseason magazine rankings

LITTLE ROCK — LINDY'S 1. Florida 2. Texas 3. Oklahoma Read More »

By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Arkansas position-by-position analysis

LITTLE ROCK — Quarterback Interceptions were coming with alarming regularity early in fall camp from Ryan Mallett and Tyler Wilson, the contenders for the starting job. Read More »

By Tom Murphy posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 2009 ARKANSAS FORECAST: Give these Hogs Liberty, Memphis

FAYETTEVILLE — OK, we were a little rambunctious a year ago, predicting an 8-5 record, including a bowl victory, for Arkansas Coach Bobby Petrino's first edition of the Razorbacks. Read More »

By Tom Murphy posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S High schools: BEST OF CLASS 7A

LITTLE ROCK — Fayetteville's Brandon Allen, 6-3, 220 pounds, has all the physical and mental tools, and he's a coach's son to boot. He was the starter from Day 1 as a sophomore and threw for more than 3,000 yards and 30 touchdowns against top competition. Read More »

By Rick Fires posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S All lined up, ready to go

Tigers offense functioning behind strong, savvy bunch

LITTLE ROCK — Former Arkansas offensive lineman Benji Mahan flashes a big smile when asked about his guys at Bentonville. Read More »

By Rick Fires posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Cleanup man for Har-Ber

Pruitt delivers big tackles, stops batters on the mound

SPRINGDALE — It seemed like everyone believed Houston Pruitt's future was in football. Read More »

By Rich Polikoff posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Fayetteville can't just give it away

FAYETTEVILLE — Quarterback Brandon Allen knows he has to be more careful when he drops back to pass. Read More »

By Chris Cocoles posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 7A-West predictions

SPRINGDALE — 1. Springdale Har-ber Wildcats are serious challengers for state title Read More »

By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 7A-Central schedule

LITTLE ROCK — AUG. 24 Pine Bluff at Bryant Read More »

By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 7A-West schedule

LITTLE ROCK — AUG. 31 Fayetteville vs. Little Rock Central Read More »

By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Morehart makes move, still man for Grizzlies

FORT SMITH — Zach Morehart made quite an impression on Fort Smith Northside Coach Darrell Henry the first time Henry watched him in practice. Read More »

By Rick Fires posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Rebels' defense capable of carrying large load

LITTLE ROCK — If defense wins championships, as most coaches still claim, then Fort Smith Southside should be in good shape this season. Read More »

By Rick Fires posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Rogers Heritage taking it one step at a time

ROGERS — A photo hanging on Perry Escalante's refrigerator is a constant reminder for where Rogers Heritage's football program started and how much it's grown. Read More »

By Chris Cocoles posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Rogers healthy again, ready for another go

ROGERS — Luck wasn't on Andy Couture's side at the end of last season, and it stalked him into the spring. Read More »

By Chris Cocoles posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Coaches ask Clinard to do it all for Bulldogs

SPRINGDALE — Chris Clinard will play many roles for Springdale this season, but he has one major responsibility. Read More »

By Rick Fires posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Van Buren eager to see if it's the real deal

VAN BUREN — Pretenders or contenders? Read More »

By Rich Polikoff posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Familiar names at Greenwood

Lunney, Young continue family coaching legacies

LITTLE ROCK — Greenwood Coach Rick Jones likes to hire coaches' sons every chance he gets. Read More »

By Marty Cook posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S From puppy to pack leader

Extra attention OK with Alma's top dog

LITTLE ROCK — Lab work helped turn Alma's Isaac McCoy into a star. Read More »

By Marty Cook posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Siloam lineman 'a cut above' rest

LITTLE ROCK — Deric England thought he was something special when he reported to Siloam Springs practice as a sophomore two years ago. Read More »

By Marty Cook posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Goblins tempered by inexperience

LITTLE ROCK — This year's Harrison team makes Coach Tom Tice feel young again. Read More »

By Marty Cook posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Best of Class 5A

LITTLE ROCK — BEST QUARTERBACK Tyler Shook Tyler Shook, 6-0, 175 pounds, won the job at Greenwood as a junior, started 10 games and helped the Bulldogs win the conference championship, passing for 2,865 yards and 33 touchdowns. Read More »

By - Marty Cook posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 5A-West schedule

LITTLE ROCK — AUG. 31 CAC vs. Pine Bluff Dollarway Read More »

By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 1-4A CONFERENCE: Take the best of both worlds

Abshier dabbles with Spread but clings to Wing-T as well

PRAIRIE GROVE — Change is a gradual process at Prairie Grove. Read More »

By Lane Kramer posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 1-4A CONFERENCE: Healthy and head-strong

Shiloh Christian linebacker a leader on and off the field

SPRINGDALE — Mitchell Roberts walked off the field after Shiloh Christian's first day of practice in pads this summer looking as healthy as he has in years. Read More »

By Lane Kramer posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 1-4A CONFERENCE: Defending champion Saints remain the center of attention

SPRINGDALE — Shiloh Christian Coach Josh Floyd is ready for all the excitement to die down so he can get to business. Read More »

By Lane Kramer posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S Best of Class 4A

LITTLE ROCK — Kiehl Frazier, a 6-2, 210-pound junior, has the ideal combination of arm strength, speed, size and knowledge for a multi-purpose quarterback in the Spread offense. He passed for 17 touchdowns and rushed for 15 more while helping lead Shiloh Christian to a Class 4A state title last year. Read More »

By Lane Kramer posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4A COMPOSITE SCHEDULES

LITTLE ROCK — 1-4 A schedule SEPT. 3 Gentry at Colcord (Okla.) Read More »

posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4-4A CONFERENCE: In heaven with the Hillbillies

Coatney brings new attitude and Spread offense to Ozark

OZARK — If you want to know how excited people around Ozark are about their new football coach, look no further than the women's football clinic Brooks Coatney held Aug. 8. Read More »

By Lane Kramer posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4-4A CONFERENCE: Fostering plenty of production

Clarksville back will be put where he can help the most

CLARKSVILLE — Defining Wesleigh Foster's role with the Clarksville Panthers is about as difficult as trying to tackle him. Read More »

By Lane Kramer posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 1-3A CONFERENCE: Weight regimen readies Tigers

Muscled-up Mansfield proves dedication

MANSFIELD — It took a lot of strength to turn Mansfield's program into a winner. Read More »

By Rich Polikoff posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 1-3A CONFERENCE: McDonald answers the call

Charleston's primary weapon looking for repeat state title

CHARLESTON — Ryan McDonald's coaches don't mind the fact that he made them look a little foolish last season. Read More »

By Rich Polikoff posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 1-3A/4-3A COMPOSITE SCHEDULE

LITTLE ROCK — 1-3 A schedule SEPT. 4 Union Christian at Cedarville Read More »

posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 1-3A CONFERENCE: Tigers toughest again in tough league

Charleston taking aim at another state title

LITTLE ROCK — No conference dominated its classification like the 1-3 A did last year. Read More »

By Rich Polikoff posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4-3A CONFERENCE: No more surprises for Lamar

Warriors on everyone's radar after 2008 run to 3A semifinals

LITTLE ROCK — Lamar won't take anyone by surprise this year, but then, the Warriors won't need to do that. Read More »

By Rich Polikoff posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4-3A CONFERENCE: Warriors' Kinsey, Jones have big plans

Seniors hope to repeat success of last season

LAMAR — Every football team would like to improve upon its performance of a year ago, and Lamar is no different. Read More »

By Rich Polikoff posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S BEST OF CLASS 3A

LITTLE ROCK — Kyle Bailey, 5-10, 180, doesn't put up eye-popping numbers at Cedarville, but the three-year starter is a winner. He's led the Pirates to 15 victories in his first two seasons as a starter, as well as a pair of playoff appearances. Read More »

By Rich Polikoff posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4-2A CONFERENCE: Wilkerson just happy to play wherever Eagles need him

FORT SMITH — Union Christian quarterback/defensive back Aaron Collins had to think about it for a minute since he could benefit from either way he answered. Read More »

By Chris Cocoles posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4-2A composite schedule

LITTLE ROCK — 4-2A composite schedule Read More »

By The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4-2A CONFERENCE: Reality harsh for small school programs

Low numbers make fielding teams difficult

LITTLE ROCK — There was little doubt about what Decatur wanted. Read More »

By Chris Cocoles posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S 4-2A CONFERENCE: Rattlers ready to strike in 2009

Magazine brings experience and strong sophomore class

LOWELL — Magazine is ready to take the next step. Read More »

By Chris Cocoles posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.

S BEST OF CLASS 2A

LITTLE ROCK — BEST QUARTERBACK Michael Corbitt Not many players in the conference are as versatile as Magazine's Michael Corbitt, who is just as comfortable lining up at tailback or fullback as he is taking snaps for the Rattlers. Read More »

By - Chris Cocoles posted August 30, 2009 at 6 a.m.