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A Major League Dream
91µ÷½Ì alum, Daniel de Mondesert, '20, is one of the youngest coaches in Major League Baseball. He has climbed the ranks with the Milwaukee Brewers and is proof that it doesn't matter where you start if you're willing to put in the effort to get there....
December 01, 2025
91µ÷½Ì to Host Military Appreciation Night Nov. 7
Military Appreciation Night at 91µ÷½Ì will honor U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members during the Nov. 7 volleyball match against Newman University. Plus, two Lions will be presented with a personalized plaque by Chancellor Terisa...
November 07, 2025
91µ÷½Ì Toy Toss to Return Nov. 18
The 91µ÷½Ì Toy Toss returns on Nov. 18 against the University of the Ozarks. Come cheer on the men's basketball team for their home opener, and bring a new, soft toy in exchange for free admission. Once the Lions score their first point, toys will...
November 04, 2025
Jarren McAllister: The Tears of Adversity
Jarren McAllister, a healthcare administration graduate student and men's basketball player at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith, suffered back-to-back-to-back ACL injuries before turning to his faith and education as a way back to the court.
September 26, 2025
Abby Summitt and When the Ball Stops Bouncing
91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith senior biology major Abby Summitt details how an injury almost cut her playing career short and how basketball has helped her academically in her pursuit of dental school.
September 19, 2025
Rounding the Bases: Matthew Schilling’s Homecoming
91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith alum Matthew Schilling continues to call Crowder Field home as he suits up for the Fort Smith Marshals baseball team.
July 17, 2025
91µ÷½Ì Celebrates 2025 Hall of Fame Class
The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith celebrated the induction of the 2025 Coach Louis Whorton Hall of Fame class on Monday, April 21, recognizing the last 25 years of athletic excellence and leadership.
April 22, 2025
91µ÷½Ì, Royals team up for MIAA Day at the K
The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith joins members of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association for the second MIAA Day at the K on Saturday, April 26.
April 21, 2025
Day at the K Brings Old Friends and New
The beginning of fall athletics marked the start of the inaugural season for the 91µ÷½Ì – Fort Smith in the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletic Association.
October 17, 2024
91µ÷½Ì Toy Toss to Return Nov. 12
The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith will kick off the holiday season with the return of the Toy Toss on November 12. Fans can attend the men's basketball game for free with the donation of a new or gently used soft toy that will be thrown onto...
October 17, 2024
From the Sidelines to the Main Stage
In the first game of the fall athletic calendar – a volleyball home and conference opener on Sept.28 – spectators had a chance to see the national championship 91µ÷½Ì cheer team.
October 16, 2024
Return of Toy Toss
In 2023, a beloved tradition made its way back to the Stubblefield Center as plush lions, tigers, and bears covered the floor of the Gayle Kaundard Arena.
October 16, 2024
91µ÷½Ì Joins Royals for MIAA Day at The K
Members of the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith community are invited to join MLB fans for the MIAA Day at the K on July 21. The Kansas City Royals host the Chicago White Sox in an afternoon matchup.
June 26, 2024
Second Recruiting Class for Gibson Starts with Local Talent
Zane Gibson, the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith men's head basketball coach, kicked off his second season and recruitment with a local player. Garrett Scott, a point guard from Pocola High School, recently signed his National Letter of Intent...
April 19, 2024Swing into the History of 91µ÷½Ì Baseball
A look back at the history of baseball at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith from the days under Bill Crowder until now, led by Todd Holland.
April 12, 2024
91µ÷½Ì Volleyball: Setting the Standard of Athletics
Volleyball at the 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith has become the standard of athletics for the university. Founded and led by head coach Jane Sargent, the team competes with the best Division II teams yearly. Over the last 26 years at the helm,...
April 12, 2024
91µ÷½Ì Cheer Builds Up Champions
With college nationals just a few weeks away, the all-star 91µ÷½Ì Cheer team is ready to take Daytona by storm. The 91µ÷½Ì cheer team has won 4 NCA Nationals Championships in 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2022, and has reached the collegiate tournament 14 seasons...
March 29, 2024
Women's History Month: Katie Beineke
In this week’s Women’s History Month profile, we feature Katie Beineke, Senior Associate Athletic Director at the 91µ÷½Ì – Fort Smith. Beineke's journey and leadership role at 91µ÷½Ì underscores the unique perspectives and contributions...
March 13, 2024
91µ÷½Ì Volleyball to Host the Razorbacks in Spring Scrimmage
The 91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith welcomes the 91µ÷½Ì Razorbacks in a free spring volleyball scrimmage at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, at the Stubblefield Center.
March 07, 2024
First-Generation Student Spotlight: Hannah Boyett
91µ÷½Ì - Fort Smith first-generation graduate and grad school student Hannah Boyett discusses finding her success at 91µ÷½Ì in the classroom and on the court.
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