Stories by Richard Davenport

UNDER THE RADAR: Bauxite’s Braden Arnold On Wednesdays we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches. This week's UTR prospect is Bauxite’s Braden Arnold. Class: 2022 Position: WR Height/Weight: ... August 4, 2021

Return trip to the Hill a hit with Texas DB Junior defensive back Naeten Mitchell made his second trip to Fayetteville to check out Arkansas on Saturday. He visited Arkansas on June 20, but Saturday’s cookout allowed him more time with the co... August 3, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: UA women make presence felt on recruiting trail University of Arkansas women's basketball Coach Mike Neighbors has some help in recruiting one of the nation's top 2022 prospects thanks to two current Razorbacks and a future one. ESPN 4-star guard ... August 3, 2021

Florida WR blown away by Arkansas visit Prospects beyond the borders of the Natural State often have low expectations before visiting Arkansas only to be shocked after a trip to Fayetteville. Florida junior receiver Asaad Waseem attended ... August 2, 2021

Hogs CB pledge at home during 2nd trip to the Hill Arkansas cornerback commitment Jaylen Lewis pledged to the Razorbacks on July 2 because he felt at home during his June 18-20 official visit to Fayetteville. He felt the same after making an unoffici... August 1, 2021

OPINION | THE RECRUITING GUY: Texas linebacker commits to Arkansas A talk with University of Arkansas football Coach Sam Pittman and his relationship with linebackers coach Michael Scherer helped linebacker Jordan Crook's decision to orally commit to the Razorbacks o... August 1, 2021

STATE SPORTS BRIEFS: Arkansas adds Wake Forest transfer BASEBALL Arkansas adds Wake Forest transfer The University of Arkansas has picked up an oral commitment from Wake Forest transfer and outfielder Chris Lanzilli. "Simply, I just want to win a nation... August 1, 2021

Transplanted Californian receives offer during Arkansas cookout Less than one month since moving to Northwest Arkansas, junior offensive lineman Joey Su’a has landed a scholarship offer from Arkansas after attending the Razorbacks’ cookout on Saturday. Offensive... July 31, 2021

Texas LB Jordan Crook commits to Hogs A talk with Arkansas coach Sam Pittman and his relationship with linebackers coach Michael Scherer helped linebacker Jordan Crook’s decision to commit to the Razorbacks on Saturday. Crook, who made a... July 31, 2021

Diamond Hogs pick up commitment from Wake Forest transfer Arkansas has picked up a commitment from Wake Forest transfer and outfielder Chris Lanzilli. "Simply, I just want to win a national championship," Lanzilli said. "The team is filled with talented an... July 31, 2021

Highly touted 2023 QB looking to return to Hill Arkansas hosted junior quarterback Reese Mooney on Tuesday for an unofficial visit, and he said another trip to Fayetteville is likely. Mooney, 6-1, 195 pounds, of Denham Springs, La., left Arkansas ... July 30, 2021

Texas LB returning for another visit with Hogs University of Arkansas linebacker target Jordan Crook will be making his second trip to Fayetteville in a little over a month when he attends the Hogs' cookout Saturday. Crook, 6-0, 225 pounds, of Du... July 30, 2021

Texas LB returning for another visit with Razorbacks University of Arkansas linebacker target Jordan Crook will be making his second trip to Fayetteville in a little over a month when he attends the Hogs’ cookout Saturday. Crook, 6-0, 225 pounds, of Du... July 30, 2021

Get to know Razorback CB commit Jaylen Lewis Highly recruited cornerback Jaylen Lewis committed to Arkansas on July 2. Lewis, 6-2, 175 pounds, of Brownsville (Tenn.) Haywood, chose the Razorbacks over about 40 offers from schools such as Flori... July 29, 2021

Smith continues strong play at Peach Jam Arkansas shooting guard target Nick Smith Jr. has been outstanding this summer and his strong play continued at Peach Jam last week. Smith, 6-5, 176 pounds, of North Little Rock, led Brad Beal Elite... July 29, 2021

UNDER THE RADAR: Nashville’s Isaiah Jones On Wednesdays, we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches. This week's UTR prospect is Nashville’s Isaiah Jones. Class: 2022 Position: Athlete Size: 5-9... July 28, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: Sophomore D-lineman connects with 'real' UA coach University of Arkansas defensive line coach Jermial Ashley has made an early connection with sophomore defensive lineman David Stone. "Real recognizes real, and we were talking about stuff that you n... July 27, 2021

Cream of crop: Top recruit liked coaches’ approach University of Arkansas checked all the boxes for freshman running back AJ Green during a recruiting process that didn't allow any visits to college campuses during part of his junior year and senior s... July 25, 2021

Hogs give sophomore first offer The University of Arkansas will forever be the first school to offer a scholarship to sophomore defensive end Xadavien Sims. Razorbacks defensive line coach Jermial Ashley extended an offer to Sims d... July 25, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: Prospect pleased with sport switch Junior defensive end Bai Jobe moved to the United States in 2018 from his homeland of Senegal to pursue his dream of playing in the NBA. "Watching basketball in Africa, watching the NBA, I had a big ... July 23, 2021

Get to know Arkansas target Annor Boateng Little Rock Central sophomore guard and Arkansas target Annor Boateng continues to improve his stock on the national level. Boateng, 6-5, 205 pounds, received praise from ESPN national recruiting di... July 22, 2021

In-state coaches laud Hogs' hiring of Brewer Arkansas high school and AAU coaches applauded Coach Eric Musselman's hiring of former Razorback Ronnie Brewer as the program's recruiting coordinator. A first-round pick of the Utah Jazz in 2006, Br... July 22, 2021

Arkansas high school, AAU coaches laud hiring of Brewer Arkansas high school and AAU coaches applauded Coach Eric Musselman’s hiring of former Razorback Ronnie Brewer as the program’s recruiting coordinator. A first-round pick of the Utah Jazz in 2006, B... July 21, 2021

Brewer, Blake added to Arkansas staff Former University of Arkansas great Ronnie Brewer has joined the Razorbacks' basketball staff in a recruiting capacity, Coach Eric Musselman announced Tuesday. Brewer, who will serve as a recruiting ... July 21, 2021

UNDER THE RADAR: Russellville’s Jaidyn Koerdt On Wednesdays, we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches. This week's UTR prospect Russellville’s Jaidyn Koerdt. Class: 2022 Position: Guard/forward Si... July 21, 2021

Ronnie Brewer expected to join Razorbacks staff Former Arkansas great Ronnie Brewer is expected to join the Razorbacks' basketball staff in a recruiting capacity. Brewer has been an assistant boys coach at Fayetteville High School and the coach o... July 20, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: Latest Robinson turning heads at very young age It's not if, but when, Class of 2025 prospect and 15-under Arkansas Hawks guard Kellen Robinson will receive his first Division I scholarship offer. "There's no doubt he's a Power 5 player," Hawks fo... July 20, 2021

Wolfenbarger earns spot on USA U19 team Arkansas freshman guard Jersey Wolfenbarger has been selected as one of 12 players on the USA basketball team headed to Debrecen, Hungary, for the FIBA U19 World Cup. Wolfenbarger, 6-6, along with Am... July 19, 2021

Memphis lineman puts trust in Hogs Offensive lineman Patrick Kutas orally committed to the University of Arkansas on Saturday over Oregon, Illinois and Florida State. Kutas, 6-5, 280 pounds, of Christian Brothers in Memphis, also had ... July 18, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: Notae pitching Razorbacks' worth to 4-star recruit ESPN 4-star junior shooting guard Stephon Castle recently received a scholarship offer from the University of Arkansas, and he's heard good things from UA senior guard JD Notae, who attended the same ... July 16, 2021

Hogs land Ford from Magnolia ESPN 4-star guard Derrian Ford of Magnolia orally committed to the University of Arkansas on Wednesday. Ford, 6-4, 205 pounds, has more than 20 scholarship offers from Arkansas, Baylor, Kansas, Alaba... July 15, 2021

PA's Allen Thomason shows D1 talent Pulaski Academy has seen its fair share of Division I prospects. Junior offensive lineman Allen Thomason is another who should garner looks from major colleges. PA coach Anthony Lucas is high on Tho... July 15, 2021

Get to know LB commitment Mani Powell Linebacker Mani Powell recently committed to Arkansas over an impressive list of other schools. He chose he Razorbacks over Michigan, Syracuse, West Virginia, Indiana, Toledo, Ole Miss, Missouri, Ken... July 15, 2021

Bentonville football adds Power 5 prospect to roster Northwest Arkansas sees a large number people moving into the area for jobs, and because of that Bentonville has added a Power 5 prospect to its roster. Junior offensive lineman Joey Su’a started as... July 14, 2021

UNDER THE RADAR: El Dorado’s Jackie Washington On Wednesdays, we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches. This week's UTR prospect is El Dorado’s Jackie Washington. Class: 2022 Position: Athlete Size... July 14, 2021

4-star Derrian Ford commits to Arkansas ESPN 4-star and Magnolia guard Derrian Ford has committed to Arkansas. Ford, 6-4, 205 pounds, has more than 20 scholarship offers, including Arkansas, Baylor, Kansas, Alabama, Auburn, Florida, Vande... July 14, 2021

Defensive lineman wants to be there for fans University of Arkansas freshman defensive lineman Cameron Ball said he relishes the idea of being someone whom young Razorback fans look up to during his playing days in Fayetteville. "I was one of t... July 14, 2021

Transfer lists Arkansas as finalist Oral Roberts power forward transfer Kevin Obanor has announced a top four, and the University of Arkansas is one of his finalists. Obanor, 6-8, 225 pounds, listed the Razorbacks, Alabama, Illinois an... July 13, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: 'Surreal' fanfare helps UA land in prospect's top 4 Defensive lineman Patrick Kutas narrowed his list of more than 20 scholarship offers down to the University of Arkansas, Oregon, Illinois and Florida State on July 4. He recently described his criter... July 13, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: Hogs making inroads with state's younger recruits The 2022 in-state football class is one of the deepest Arkansas has produced in years, with 12 prospects receiving scholarship offers from the University of Arkansas so far. The 2023 class has seen A... July 11, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: Thurman sees recruiting's other side Former University of Arkansas great Scotty Thurman knows the ins and outs of college basketball recruiting firsthand as a player and coach, but he's in the learning stages of the recruitment of his da... July 9, 2021

Georgia tight end says yes to Hogs University of Arkansas tight end target Tyrus Washington orally committed to the Hogs on Wednesday. Washington, 6-4, 230 pounds, Leesburg (Ga.) Lee County, accumulated more than 20 scholarship offers... July 8, 2021

Get to know LB target Jordan Crook Arkansas linebacker target Jordan Crook officially visited Fayetteville on June 25-27 and left saying the trip was great. Crook, of Duncanville, Texas, had been committed to Oklahoma State since Mar... July 8, 2021

UNDER THE RADAR: Cross County’s AJ Beale On Wednesdays, we feature an in-state prospect who could be flying under the radar of college coaches. This week's UTR prospect Cross County’s AJ Beale. Class: 2022 Position: Athlete Size: 6-0, 180... July 7, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: PA standout achieves dream through adversity Pulaski Academy linebacker Mason Schueck pledged to be a preferred walk-on at the University of Arkansas on June 13, but to do so, he had to overcome two knee surgeries and doctor's advice to give up ... July 6, 2021

Alabama forward gives yes to Hogs ESPN 4-star small forward Barry Dunning orally committed to the University of Arkansas on Monday to continue a string of highly rated prospects who have pledged to the Razorbacks. He and his parents ... July 6, 2021

Everyone thinking ahead on NIL repercussions The long-awaited name, image and likeness is here for college athletics and the ramifications are expected to be felt during the recruiting process in football and basketball. Nothing But Net nationa... July 4, 2021

Hogs net DB, LB pledges University of Arkansas Coach Sam Pittman and his staff received some early fireworks before the Fourth of July with the oral commitments from defensive back Jaylen Lewis and linebacker Mani Powell on ... July 3, 2021

Highly sought-after DB Jaylen Lewis commits to Hogs Defensive back Jaylen Lewis has announced his commitment to Arkansas. Lewis, 6-2, 175 pounds, of Brownsville (Tenn.) Haywood, chose the Razorbacks over approximately 40 offers from schools such as Fl... July 2, 2021

THE RECRUITING GUY: Prospects see rankings change in latest rankings Former Little Rock Central guard and University of Arkansas target Bryson Warren and Jordan Walsh, who recently visited the Razorbacks, were elevated to 5-star prospects in the latest ESPN rankings re... July 2, 2021