2008-2009 Arkansas Razorbacks Basketball Preview:
The Arkansas Razorbacks men’s basketball program is one of the toughest and most exciting to watch in the ultra-competitive Southeastern Conference (SEC) this year. With a new coach in John Pelphrey, the Razorbacks will look to begin a new era of basketball success by climbing the SEC ranks and fighting for an NCAA Tournament bid. Bud Walton Arena will be packed as University of Arkansas students look for their team to once again dominate the conference.
ARKANSAS RAZORBACKS INFORMATION:
Location: Fayetteville, Arkansas
Stadium: Bud Walton Arena
Conference: SEC Conference
Rivals: Florida Gators, Kentucky Wildcats
Arkansas Razorbacks basketball history goes back to 1924. The Razorbacks first played in the Southwest Conference. As of 2007, the program has managed to rack up 24 conference regular season titles, 7 conference tournament titles, 6 trips to the NCAA Final Four, and 1 national championship in 1994. Arkansas has developed exciting and competitive rivalries with Texas, LSU, Kentucky, Memphis, and Florida over the years. Razorbacks who’ve gone on to prominence in the NBA include Ronnie Brewer, Joe Johnson, Sidney Moncrief, and Corliss Williamson.
The Arkansas Razorbacks play their home games at Bud Walton Arena in Fayetteville, Arkansas. With a seating capacity of over 19,000, Bud Walton Arena is the 5th largest on-campus basketball arena in the nation. It also boasts a design that incorporates the most seats into the smallest space. A game at Bud Walton Arena is an amazing experience for basketball fans. Arkansas’ rich basketball heritage and success are palpable as you walk through their athletics museum and into the arena. The volume of the crowd and the talent on the court make every game exciting. Buy Arkansas Razorbacks tickets today and watch a new era of basketball take off in Fayetteville!
See Also:
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